This vacation home places you next to James River and within a 10-minute drive of Amazement Square. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a sofa bed.
Virginia University of Lynchburg - 12 min drive - 5.9 miles
Lynchburg City Stadium - 14 min drive - 7.0 miles
Liberty University - 16 min drive - 7.8 miles
Lynchburg College - 16 min drive - 7.6 miles
Virginia Safari Park - 58 min drive - 43.5 miles
Getting around
Lynchburg-Kemper Street Station - 9 min drive
Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Truss - 10 min drive
The Cavalier - 11 min drive
Mother Nature's Soul Food Vegan Restaurant - 7 min drive
Bentley’s On Bedford - 10 min drive
Rivermont Pizza - 10 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Riverfront hidden gem, ground floor open space!
Welcome to Your Accessible Downstairs Retreat!
This listing is for the downstairs level, designed with accessibility in mind. Guests with disabilities can park and enter directly without any stairs. The space includes:
A spacious L-shaped dining/living/play area
An open kitchen
A King Size Bedroom with a king bed and queen sofa bed
A Full Bath
A Laundry Room
Main Floor Bedroom: The main floor bedroom off the living area includes a king-size bed, sofa bed, large screen TV, DVD player, and seating area. To make your stay more comfortable, both the king bed and the sofa bed feature 3-inch hypoallergenic feather pillow toppers and plenty of pillows.
Family-Size Kitchen: The fully equipped kitchen features double ovens, an oversized induction cooktop, and everything you need to prepare your favorite meals. Outside, there’s a gas grill on the large patio, and the pavilion has picnic tables and a large outdoor charcoal grill.
Laundry Facilities: A large front-load washer and dryer are available on the main floor.
Internet and Indoor Entertainment: Enjoy high-speed internet throughout the house, perfect for streaming, working online, and indoor activities. The oversized family room includes a pool table, bumper pool, game/puzzle table, soft tip darts, a variety of games, puzzles, and books, and a 58-inch TV with surround sound and DVD player.
Mobility-Friendly: The entire downstairs is on ground level with no steps, making it ideal for guests with mobility issues. The main floor bedroom is spacious and includes a king bed and a large bathroom.
Outdoor Activities: Enjoy the best water skiing in the area, relax and fish off the big floating dock, or read one of the many books on our shelves. Let the children play on the jungle gym while you sit around the riverfront fire pit. Take in the breathtaking views from the large outdoor six-person hot tub on the deck. Challenge each other to corn hole, darts, or volleyball. Drive your golf balls through the trestle to the tee from three different tee boxes, put them on the pavilion putting stage, or bring expendable golf balls to drive across the river off the patio at the house. Relax on the swing at the meditation rocks looking at the infinity view under the trestle. Shoot skeet over the river or improve your shooting skills on the range. The riverfront area, boat ramp, dock, and picnic area can be shared spaces with the owners. Please note that additional visitors are not allowed without prior agreement. Your home away from home is on an exclusive 9-acre estate along the James River. If you don’t have your watercraft, canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, and more are available for rent from Treasure Island Outfitters, LLC.
Equipment Rentals: If you don’t have your water toys, canoes, kayaks, fishing boat with motor, stand-up paddle boards (SUPs), etc., Treasure Island Outfitters, LLC, can rent them to registered guests on the riverfront. Please contact the host for more information.
Rent the Whole House: Arrangements for small events are available for an additional fee. Interested in renting the entire house for small events? Click here for more information: https://www.vrbo.com/1906517?dateless=true
Downtown Eating and Events: Downtown Lynchburg offers over 45 restaurants, local breweries, rooftop bars, and wine bars. Enjoy summer events like Get Downtown and First Fridays. Nearby Riverside Park hosts Movies in the Park and has a spray ground for kids all summer long. Don’t miss the Lynchburg Community Market with local farmers on weekends and year-round shops and restaurants indoors.
Nearby Colleges and Universities: Our retreat is conveniently located just 10 miles from Liberty University, 6 miles from both the University of Lynchburg and Randolph College, and 13 miles from Sweet Briar College.
Pet Policy: We may allow one dog on the ground floor with a $100 pet fee. The dog must be crated when the owner is not present, must not get on the furniture or bed, and must be clean, dry, and free of fleas and ticks.
Security: Due to the private/secluded nature of the property, we have three exterior cameras. Cameras are located over each of the main parking areas and entrance doors and a third camera is located at the back of the house overlooking the riverfront, dock, and boat ramp. We do not have any indoor cameras.
Waiver and release agreement: Due to the unique features of the property and its inherent dangers, guests agree to waive and release the owners, hosts, etc. from any liability for damage or injury from the use of the property or its amenities, such as spiral staircases, hot tub, riverfront, dock, boat ramp, train trestle, etc. Being child-friendly does not mean the area is child-proof. It is the responsibility of the guardian/parent to monitor their children's actions at all times. Guests also agree to supervise children at all times to limit any exposure to potential dangers. For a copy of the Waiver and Release Agreement, please contact the host.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
No smoking of anything at any time, anywhere is allowed inside the home. If smoking is identified a $200 deodorizing fee applies.
If guests are found to have had a party, will be responsible for an extra fee of $400 and WILL BE ASKED TO VACATE THE PROPERTY IMMEDIATELY
Only registered guests are allowed at the property! No visitors.
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
1 total (20 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Riverfront hidden gem, ground floor open space! Madison Heights
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see around this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Madison Heights, just steps from James River. You'll also find Amazement Square and Lynchburg Museum within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at Riverfront hidden gem, ground floor open space!?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Riverfront hidden gem, ground floor open space!?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV along with a hot tub.
Does Riverfront hidden gem, ground floor open space! have a hot tub?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Does Riverfront hidden gem, ground floor open space! have connecting rooms available?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.
How far is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional), which is 10.6 mi away (17 minutes by car).
Can I book a room with a balcony at Riverfront hidden gem, ground floor open space!?
Yes, every house at Riverfront hidden gem, ground floor open space! comes with a patio.
Riverfront hidden gem, ground floor open space! Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Carol M., Grand Rapids
Apr 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Spring break
The property was in a unique setting on the river with a train trestle. It felt like you were in the country and very private but only a couple of miles from downtown. We enjoyed the amenities and outdoor spaces, the weather was beautiful while we were there.
Carol M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Adam R.
Mar 24, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Valentine’s Day Getaway
Amazing location and view. Secluded and peaceful on the river. Great for a couple or any come back with a group for our annual reunion.
My only feedback is that 1) with winter more details on the access is important. Note that it’s at the base of several long hills downhill before you even reach the driveway- make sure you have a car that’s ok on ice. A shovel and some ice melt is key. We asked in advance and said it wasn’t an issue but it definitely was tough getting in and there was a lot of ice. 2) wifi is advertised and I had plans to telework while we’re there but I couldn’t as it was metered and slow and allowed limited access and absolutely no streaming onsite. I recommend you bring dvds as this prevented us from watching downloaded content (couldn’t cast) or stream anything.
Otherwise an amazing retreat and peaceful break, love watching the trains go by and heading the ricer. Hot tub is an amazing perk with the view and outdoor surround sound that connects to inside as well. Kitchen is amazingly outfitted to get your inner chef on.
Adam R.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
10/10 Excellent
Helen B.
Mar 11, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing riverfront retreat!
Beautiful, private retreat on the James River. Excellent amenities to enjoy onsite AND close to downtown Lynchburg to explore local food, history, and attractions. Highlights include a spotless, nicely decorated space, tranquil setting, lovely outdoor area and view - everything you need to relax. The hot tub was a wonderful optional amenity, highly recommend! We enjoyed being in nature while enjoying modern amenities. Five star experience! We hope to return in the future.