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Simple. Rustic. Luxury.

Waterfront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Nestled in a grove of sugar maples, Cabin on Back Creek offers a peaceful retreat with valley views where deer graze and hummingbirds flit. Unwind in the hot tub or explore nearby hiking trails, go fishing or birdwatching. Relax by the wood stove or watch stars light up the night sky.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6864 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Simple. Rustic. Luxury.

Located in beautiful Highland County, Virginia nestled in a grove of sugar maples between Back Creek and Little Mountain. Wake up to valley views which are likely to include deer grazing in the meadow, hummingbirds at the feeder, or a Bald eagle or great blue heron fishing along the creek. This 28 acre property includes a sunny meadow with beautiful mountain views, picnic table by the creek and a mountain to climb!

The tastefully decorated cabin includes a master bedroom with queen bed, a second bedroom with two twin beds, one bathroom with laundry, a fully equipped kitchen, open living/dining area with cozy wood stove, a covered porch and a deck with hot tub and outdoor dining area with a gas grill. At the Cabin on Back Creek, you can enjoy the stars which light up the night sky, bird-watching, walking, or just relaxing with a book in the hammock, on the porch, or on the deck. In the early spring, we make maple syrup at the sugar house located adjacent to the Cabin. You are invited to watch (and smell!) the process of turning 50 gallons of sugar water into a gallon of pure maple syrup - or you can help us if you would like!

There are a variety of hiking, hunting and fishing opportunities nearby, and access to both the George Washington and Monongahela National Forests is nearby.

The Cabin is located 16 miles from the quaint town of Monterey. Walking tours, galleries and shops, restaurants, beautiful mountain views, and friendly people make Highland County special all year round. Throughout the year, Monterey hosts numerous special events, the largest of which is the Highland County Maple Festival on the second and third weekends in March.

Located about 30 miles from Snowshoe Ski Resort, skiing, snowboard and tubing are available in season. Also nearby is the narrow-gauge railroad at Cass, West Virginia and the National Radio Observatory at Green Bank, WV.

Twenty miles south of the Cabin on Back Creek in neighboring Bath County are the towns of Warm Springs and Hot Springs, home to the historic Homestead resort and the Jefferson Pools mineral baths (currently being restored). These neighboring towns offer fine dining, golf, skiing/snowboarding, shopping, antiquing, chamber music at Garth Newel and a variety of art galleries.

The Cabin on Back Creek offers a peaceful retreat, surrounded by a variety of recreational opportunities. The Cabin is located on a working farm. Please be aware that we do offer tours (and sales) at our sugar house which is sited adjacent to the Cabin. There may be some activities there during your stay. In the fall, we make apple butter, and in the spring we make maple syrup. Bottling our syrup is a (sporadic) year-round activity

Keywords: Restful retreat in the Allegheny mountains, Cabin, Hot Tub, Pets Welcome

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 864 square feet

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Exterior

Solitude on 172 private acres in Highland County.

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  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Sorry, no Pit Bulls or Rotweilers due to insurance regulations. Pets are not allowed on the furniture.
Please return all furniture, games, etc. (indoors & outdoors) to their correct location/condition before you leave.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Simple. Rustic. Luxury

About the neighborhood

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Monterey, VA

What's nearby

  • Maple Museum - 34 min drive - 24.1 miles
  • Green Bank Observatory - 47 min drive - 22.0 miles
  • Green Bank Telescope - 50 min drive - 23.5 miles
  • Cass Scenic Railroad - 54 min drive - 37.8 miles
  • Cass Scenic Railroad State Park - 56 min drive - 38.2 miles

Getting around

  • Hot Springs, VA (HSP-Ingalls Field) - 108 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Simple. Rustic. Luxury. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Simple. Rustic. Luxury.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Simple. Rustic. Luxury.?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Simple. Rustic. Luxury. located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cabin is within 25 mi (40 km) of Maple Museum, Green Bank Observatory, and Durbin and Greenbrier Valley Railroad. Cass Scenic Railroad and Sugar Tree Country Store are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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Simple. Rustic. Luxury. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 181 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 181 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 181 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 181 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 181 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Teresa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place, very relaxing!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location and wonderful people!

Amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place.

Just what we needed and just what we expected. Nice little cabin on the stream, very cozy and relaxing. Friendly renters and the maple syrup is amazing make sure to bring extra money to spend in the store!! Been staying in highland my whole life over 40 years and this place really gives you a a taste of the community. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relax and enjoy

The cabin is perfect: tastefully furnished, well equipped, easily heatable. The location is picture-perfect: nature at its most beautiful. - We stayed for more than three weeks. And loved it so much that we are thinking about coming back. It‘s a bit far from Switzerland, but worth it.
Stayed 25 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace, Glorious Peace

Perfect place to unplug. The cabin was lovely and the property beautiful. Val and Pat gave us plenty of privacy. If you are looking for somewhere to hole up and enjoy nature for a few days, I couldn't offer a better place. 10/10. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and relaxing

We spent the weekend of Highland County Maple Festival at the Cabin at Back Creek. It was away from the crowds of the festival but just a short 20 minute drive away from the center of the action. The cabin was relaxing, clean, comfortable, and tranquil. We had everything we needed and didn’t feel like we needed to go out for amenities or necessities. The instructions for check in and check out were clear and concise and very easy to follow. We will definitely recommend to others and we will return as well! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob D., Kingston

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect ++++

We loved staying at this cabin, and we loved the remote location. Very quiet. It was very comfortable, the beds and other furniture are in excellent condition, and we slept well. The owners have a sugar shack next door, but they mind their business, and it was fun to visit the sugar shack. Pat and Valerie are very down to earth people, and you can buy maple syrup and other items from their shop. When I head down to this area again, this will be our first choice to stay. PS, be sure to visit Jackson River Bakery and Deli, they have the best sandwiches and some groceries, and are only a couple of miles from the cabin. I wish I would have stopped in on day one.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Christine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful week, disappointing communication

We had a wonderful week at Back Creek, and planned to return this summer. However after being home for a few days we received a charge for damages and cleanliness. I emailed the owners to resolve the issue and have never heard back. I was hoping to resolve the issue so that we could return happy, but with the lack of communication and respect, I wouldn’t feel comfortable. While I accept responsibility for a game that my son broke while using, I was disappointed that they charged us for crumbs in the kids bed. If the sheets are washed after each use why did that matter? I’m just disappointed that what was a wonderful week ended like this. We will be looking for other places to stay next time.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Juleda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was beautiful,clean and very cozy. We had a great time enjoying the view of the mountains the fresh air. The cabin had everything you needed outside and inside.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic Retreat

Amazing location and a well stocked and designed cabin lead to a peaceful and restful retreat from the city. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful piece of heaven! I can't say enough about this place. The property was stunning, the cabin was perfect, and the owners were absolutely wonderful. A rolling creek, thunderstorms on the covered porch, bonfire under the stars, visits from wildlife, laughing at the battling hummingbirds, and hot tub soaks made for a weekend to remember. A hidden gem that we can't wait to get back to! Pat and Valerie have created a magical place and we are beyond blessed to have experienced it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and beautiful

Beautiful area and lovely, tastefully decorated cabin. Very relaxing!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maple Festival Girls Weekend

My mom, SIL, and I took a much needed three day weekend away to visit the Maple Festival and spend some girl time together. The Cabin at Back Creek is the perfect spot to do that. The proximity to the sites of the festival is perfect; we didn’t feel like we were in the car too long and the views along the drive are amazing. The Cabin is perfectly situated on the creek to enjoy the sounds of water and birds while relaxing on the porch or in the hot tub. Highly recommend a visit if you want to get away from the world for a bit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clinton L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maple Get-away

Had a great time staying at the cabin at Back Creek. The Maple festival was happening and we had such a great time at events and time to relax by the creek.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything as advertised.

Great communication and beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alec C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect tranquil getaway

Perfect location and super cozy cabin. Ideal for a weekend getaway from the city. Super clean and tidy, great amenities and very friendly hosts. Almost forgot the maple syrup, delicious so be sure to pick some up from their small shop near the cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chryssie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful stay at the cabin at back creek

Very Wonderful! Very peaceful! Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary Trip

We enjoyed this little piece of heaven. This fulfilled all that we were looking for. All the area outside was so peaceful and relaxing. We would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

It is a great property! Fire pit by the creek at night incredible. Extremely comfortable. A special place. W
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain get away

Very nice quit relaxing vacation spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and relaxing

The property was beautiful, our puppies loved being able run around and explore! The stars at night were amazing and we thoroughly enjoyed the hot tub while star-gazing. Make sure to open the freezer from the right side of the door as the handle makes you think it just pulls out. We'll plan to return sometime!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bry R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome God's Place

The Cabin was very Peaceful and clean and communicating with the Owner was great. We will be coming back when in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maple Festival

Enjoyed the cavin as always. Cabin and surroundings are absolutely beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Heath V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sleeping with Deer

Very peaceful and secluded!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded Getaway

Well stocked cabin. Beautiful setting. No cell service but there is WiFi. We met Pat the owner. He was very welcoming!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023