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 25 ACRE RIVER ESTATE-RIDE UR HORSE HIKE SWIM RELAX

Appomattox, Virginia  

Appomattox vacation rentals Property ID 34073

Major City: Lynchburg
Distance:   20-30 mi
Community:   PRIVATE
Type:   Cabin
Area:  Waterfront / Privacy

Bedrooms:   3
Sleeps:   12
Baths:   2
Apx. Size:   2000 Sq Ft
Parking:   Off Street

Pets OK:   Yes
Pool/Swimming:   Yes
Internet Available:   No
Jacuzzi/Spa:   No
Calendar:   Yes
Exchange Considered:   Yes
For Sale:   Yes
Credit Cards Accepted:   Yes

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Name: Lori Cope Mcguin
Phone: 703-303-5103
Languages: English
Personal Website: http://dreamcastles.tripod.com
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 80097 Lynchburg: (Duplicate)  25 ACRE RIVER ESTATE-RIDE UR HORSE HIKE

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AN OUTDOORSMEN RETREAT! The Cheyenne is a 25 acre country estate sitting on the Appomattox River. Your very own private retreat where you can ride your Horse or mountain bike, hike, swim or just relax. Enjoy all the outdoors has to offer or just relax over coffee and watch the dramatic sunrises and sunsets on our covered porch or read or snooze in one of our hammocks. As quaint and charming as any country cabin or cottage yet more luxurious than a rustic retreat. This beautiful cedar home sleeps 8 comfortably with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths and is ideal for hunters, fishermen, horseman, family vacationers, weekend getaways, reunions, small group of friends, and bridal parties & honeymooners. Horsepower Haven is our huge outbuilding converted to a sports lounge and bunkhouse with a pooltable, air hockey table, lounge, bunks and plenty of room to rollerblade or ride your bikes indoors, dance, or exercise. You can bring the entire family and make lasting memories camping in Horsepower Haven. It sleeps up to 11 people in bunkhouse style. AND YOU DON'T HAVE TO LEAVE YOUR FURRY FAMILY MEMBERS AT HOME, BECAUSE THE CHEYENNE IS PET FRIENDLY AND WE LOVE HORSES! Bring your bathing suits & innertubes and float down our shallow lazy river, along the riverbanks, around the bend, ending at our swimming hole; or enjoy the sandy beach at Holliday Lake State Park. Bring your boats and jet skis. We are close to the James River and Smith Mountain Lake. Bring your snowbds & skis or use ours - we are just 30 minutes from the only YR-ROUND SKI RESORT in the US. That's right - ski in August! The Cheyenne is available for weekend, mid-week, weekly, monthly rental - and now longer-term rental, and vacation exchanges and permanent housing swaps!



 Amenities 


THE LODGE offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths and woodburning stove. 1 queen & 1 double in UL master suite 1 double LL bdrm 1 double LL bdrm 1 single LL Greatroom Towels and Bed Linens are provided for weekly rentals Bring your own toiletries Wide Sandy Woodland Trail System for Horses, Hiking, Biking Splash or float in our shallow Lazy River A fully equipped kitchen and dining for 12 people. Coffee Maker Blender Toaster Toaster Oven Slow Cooker Microwave Cookware Cleaning Supplies LARGE DETACHED SPORTSROOM Pooltable Ice Hockey Table Lounge Area Woodburning Stove Plenty of Room to Rollerskate, Dance, or Exercise Horseshoes Mini-track for little motorcycle riders Trails for horses or ATVs Swimming hole and rope swing at the river A cozy great room that features a wood burning stove and a breathtaking sunrise. Split Fire wood TV, VCR & Videos Washer/Dryer Picnic Table Covered Porches Snoozing hammocks Charcoal Grill (bring your own charcoal) VIDEO Collection of over 100 tapes. We are in a rural area and do not have cable or Satelite.



 Attractions 


THIS IS A PARTIAL LIST. SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES. OUTDOORSMEN ACTIVITIES: HUNT/ FISH/SWIM/TRAILS: 19,500 Acres of State Forest surrounds our property for hunting, fishing, hiking, biking, horseback riding, swimming... APPOMATTOX/BUCKINGHAM STATE FOREST Just right down the road from The Cheyenne! Over 19,500 acres of land surrounding our property. HOLLIDAY LAKE STATE PARK is within the State Forest and is a paradise for the outdoor enthusiast. Fishing for largemouth bass, crappie and bluegill in the 150-acre lake; swimming a the park's life-guarded beach where the "Critter Hole" play area is a favorite of young visitors; trails for hikers, bikers and equestrians; a large shaded picnic area, two picnic shelters, two playgrounds, a boat ramp; seasonal full-service concession stand and campstore; and canoe, rowboat and paddle boat rentals. SNOWFLEX: The only YEAR-ROUND SKI SNOWBOARDING N THE US. THAT'S RIGHT - YOU CAN SKI IN AUGUST! Rental equipment is just $12.00 or bring your own and Ski or snowboard for around $7:00 an hour. Reasonable enough for parties and family reunion fun. JAMES RIVER OUTDOOR ADVENTURES Rt 60 & Rt 605 - Appomattox For those of you who want to experience the outdoors without bringing all your equipment, the James River Outdoor Adventures offers full service livery, canoe, kayak, tube, and bicycle rentals. All river excursions are designed to give you an enjoyable and leisurely outing with your family and friends. Experience spectacular scenery and plenty of time for exploring and fishing along the way. Shuttle service available. Open May - September. THE JAMES RIVER Hwy 26 & 60 - Appomattox The pristine waters of the James River are the perfect place to bring your boat, canoe, or kayak. There are class I and II rapids, riffles, and rock gardens. The middle of the James is wide and fairly shallow and provides great fishing! Boat access ramp located at Bent Creek at the intersection of Hwy 26 and 60. CARTER TAYLOR MULTI-USE TRAIL Rt. 636 - Appomattox A 12 mile loop trail with diverse terrain circles through the Appomattox-Buckingham State Forest and Holliday Lake State Park. It can be accessed from many area’s in the loop. Hikers, horseback riders, and bicycles welcome. HORSES: HORSE CENTER - BARREL RACING Clayton C. Bryant Arena Rt 26 - Appomattox Come out and enjoy barrel racing at it's best in the new Clayton C. Bryant Arena, home of the great "Hot Shot Rey". Residents and visitors alike are invited to participate, or just sit back and enjoy the shows. HORSE BACK TRAIL RIDES Old Dominion Trail Rides-Pamplin, VA Old Dominion Trail Rides provides quiet, well-mannered horses and experienced equestrian guides to navigate you through some of Virginia's most beautiful country-side. Mountains, rivers, lakes, streams, quiet ride with us! Open9:00AM - 9:00PM MOTOCROSS: The Cheyenne is located near some great motorcycling tracks, trails, and roads. Actiontown MX is just a 20 minute drive, and we are within 1 hour of Southfork MX, VA Motorsports, Birchcreek, and Lake Sugartree. Check our events calendar for races at these popular tracks. GOLF: MOUNTAIN VIEW GOLF COURSE North Creek Road - Appomattox Mountain View is a full service 9 hole public-private golf course with breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Open Daily to the public. Located on North Creek Road minutes from downtown Appomattox. POLICE TOWER ROAD - Appomattox An 18 hole, tournament level, frisbee disk golf course located in the new Appomattox County Community Park on Police Tower Road. The course winds through woods, over streams and rolling hills. Great fun for the entire family. Open seven days a week. SKI DIVING SNOW SKIING AT WINTERGREEN HOT AIR BALLOON RIDES FESTIVALS: Appomattox Cheerz Friday Festivals April-October This fun filled Appomattox event is held at Abbitt Memorial Park in historic downtown Appomattox from 5pm - 8:30pm. Live performances from local bands, great food and fun for the entire family. HISTORICAL APPOMATTOX RAILROAD FESTIVAL - OCTOBER The festival commemorates the Norfolk & Southern railroad's donation of the Appomattox Depot to the Town of Appomattox. The two-day festival is held on Main Street and the surrounding downtown area. Festival highlights include a parade, craft vendors, live bands, train exhibits, food, and lots of activities for the entire family. LIBERTY UNIVERSITY WINTERFEST - DECEMBER WINTERFEST has become one of the fastest growing Christian music festivals in the country and one of the largest winter festivals. Last year WINTERFEST drew over 300 groups representing over 25 states and Canada. COMMUNITY OF CANDLES - December A memorable event held annually the first weekend of December. Experience the beauty of the entire community coming together in a wonderous display of white lights. Enjoy an old fashioned carol-s ing followed by a delightful candlelight walk from Courthouse Square to downtown, the traditional burning of the Yule Log, musical performances and seasonal readings. HISTORY: Rich in history, Appomattox is where our Nation united. We are just minutes from the famous surrender site of Robert E. Lee which ended the Civil War. We are just a couple miles from the new Civil War Museum, historical Appomattox courthouse, grounds, and museum. Come stay with us and take in one of the re-enactments or just explore. APPOMATTOX COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM highlights Civil War History, and contains interesting memorabilia from the Appomattox area. APPOMATTOX COURT HOUSE AND NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK is the site of the original village of Appomattox Courthouse. The majority of the buildings are original to the site, and have been maintained just as they were on April 9, 1865. APPOMATTOX COURTHOUSE THEATER is the home of the Appomattox Courthouse players, offering productions including musicals, mysteries and comedies, as well as original productions relating to the historical events which took place in Appomattox. MAIN STREET APPOMATTOX where you can stroll the quaint streets of this hisorical town, enjoy an open air cafe, or shop in the unique antique and specialty shops. WINERIES: The Commonwealth of Virginia has long held a prominent place in winemaking history, dating back to Colonial days. Today dozens of vineyards and wineries exist in Virginia. Many within a short distance from the Cheyenne. WONDERFUL WINERIES NEAR THE CHEYENNE! Stonewall Vineyards & Winery, Appomattox's very own winery. Visitors are invited to enjoy our fine wines on the patio, in the gazebo and picnic grove, or around the fireplace in our European style tasting room. Located in historic Appomattox County. Free: light fare, i.e. cheese and crackers, medium fare - sandwiches in the summer. OTHER ATTRACTIONS within 30 minutes of The Cheyenne *Historic Homes Walking Tour *Horse Drawn Carriage Tours (Seasonal) *The Appomattox Gallery (antiques & shopping) *Appomattox Railroad Festival (parade, crafts, train rides) (seasonal) *Hazel Moon African Display *St. Anne’s Episcopal Church (1874) *Clover Hill Historical Village *Fred’s Car Museum (includes very rare antique cars) *Escort Tours - Civil War Points of Interest *Stonewall Vineyards *Pamplin Pipe Factory *Joel Sweeney Home and Display (inventor of the 5-string banjo) OTHER ATTRACTIONS within 1 hour of The Cheyenne SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE & D-DAY MEMORIAL Bedford, VA Vacationers come from all over to fish, enjoy the water sports and play on the 500 miles of shoreline. The Memorial includes a museum, gift shop, and plaza memorial area with a triumphal arch, reflecting pool, allied flag displays, story wall and bronze statues honoring the bravery and sacrifice of Allied soldiers provide a fitting tribute to this historical event. NATURAL BRIDGE is one of the oldest tourist destinations in the United States and has been included in several "Seven Natural Wonders of the World" lists, has been designated a National Historic Landmark, a Virginia Historic Landmark, and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. RICHMOND INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY is one of the most popular among drivers, fans and the media. Richmond's unique, ¾-mile layout produces tremendous side-by-side racing for the beating and banging that fans love. HAMPTON ARENA RACING: October - March Small 1/2 scaled car racing in the indoor arena. Exciting and closeup. Go early to talk with the drivers, sit in the cars and get autographs. OTHER ACTIVITIES *Cowpalace Pottery *Monacan Indian Village *Lynchburg Fine Arts Center * Peaks of Otter *Rose Bower Vineyards and Winery *Crabtree Falls (one of the highest waterfalls in North America; a well-maintained switchback trail runs parallel to the falls and offers some spectacular views) *Liberty Lake Park *Poplar Forest--Thomas Jefferson's summer home *Monticello--Thomas Jefferson's home *Ash Lawn--Home of James Monroe *Oak Ridge--historic 5000 acre Ryan estate *Blue Ridge Parkway & Shenandoah National Park *Sailor’s Creek Civil War Battlefield *Fort Early - Civil War Fort *Washington and Lee University (including Robert E. Lee museum and burial place) *Lee’s Retreat - an auto tour from Petersburg to Appomattox *Red Hill: Patrick Henry Shrine *Booker T. Washington National monument *Pest House *Walton’s Mountain Museum *Avoca Museum *Medical Museum in Old Lynchburg



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Rental fees include up to 6 People - Additional peeps just $10 per night. SAVE WHEN YOU BOOK A PACKAGE! SECURITY DEPOSIT REQUIRED TO RESERVE DATES: PET FEES: $10 per pet per night ADDITIONAL PEOPLE: $10 per person per night PRIME SEASON RATES APPLY FOR ALL HOLIDAYS. MONTHLY RATE: is $2000 monthly or $1800 monthly plus electricity for stays longer than 30 days. Utility deposit required. OFF-SEASON WINTER RATES AND RESTRICTIONS Jan 3-13 & 18-31, 2011 Feb 1-17 & 22-28, 2011 Mar 1-3, 2011 Dec 1-17, 2011 RESTRICTIONS APPLY FOR ALL OFF-SEASON DATES • 2-night Minimum. • Rental Fees must be paid at least 30 days prior to check-in. Weekly Package: (8 days/7nights) $735 $105 per night - Any 7 consecutive paid nights Mid-Week Package: Mon-Fri (5d/4n): $440 @ $110 pn Mid-Week Nights: Mon/Tue/Wed/Thu: $115 pn Weekend Package: (4d/3n): $345 @ $115 pn Check-in Thur, Fri, or Sat only Weekend Nights: Fri/Sat/Sun: $120 pn REGULAR SPRING & FALL RATES AND RESTRICTIONS Mar 4-31, 2011 April 1-16, 2011 May 1-4; 9-11; & 16-25, 2011 Jun 3-23, 2011 Sept 9-30, 2011 Oct 1-6 & 11-31, 2011 Nov 1-9; 14-19; & 27-30, 2011 RESTRICTIONS APPLY FOR ALL REGULAR DATES • 2-night Minimum. • Rental Fees must be paid at least 30 days prior to check-in. Weekly Package: (8days/7nights) $735 $105 per night - Any 7 consecutive paid nights Mid-Week Package: Mon-Fri (5d/4n) $440 @ $110 pn Mid-Week Nights: Mon/Tue/Wed/Thu: $120 pn Weekend Package: (4d/3n) $360 @ $120 pn Check-in Thur, Fri, or Sat only Weekend Nights: Fri/Sat/Sun: $140 pn PRIME SEASON RATES AND RESTRICTIONS Jan 14-17, 2011 MTK B-day Feb 18-21, 2011 Prez Day Apr 17-30, 2011 Spring Breaks / Easter May 5-8, 2011 Graduations May 12-15, 2011 Graduations Jun 24-30, 2011 Start Prime July 10-31, 2011 Prime Aug 1-27, 2011 Prime Oct 7-10, 2011 Columbus Day Nov 10-13, 2011 Vet Day RESTRICTIONS APPLY FOR ALL PRIME SEASON DATES • 3-night Minimum. • 2-night Minimum considered 7 days prior to check-in. • Rental Fees must be paid in full at the time of reservation for all Prime Season Dates • Free Night Certificates OR Specials cannot be used. • BARTERS are NOT available for Holiday Dates or Special Events during Prime Season Weekly Package: (8days/7nights) $770 $110 per night - Any 7 consecutive paid nights Mid-Week Package: Mon-Fri (5d/4n) $460 @ $115 pn Mid-Week Nights: Mon/Tue/Wed/Thu: $130 pn Weekend Package: (4d/3n) $390 @ $130 pn Check-in Thur, Fri, or Sat only Weekend Night: Fri/Sat/Sun: $150 pn 2 NIGHTS CONSIDERED 7 DAYS PRIOR TO CHECK-IN: Weekend nights @ 175 pn Mid-week Nights @ $150 pn HOLIDAY SEASON RATES AND RESTRICTIONS APPLY MAJOR HOLIDAYS: New Years, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas. RESTRICTIONS APPLY FOR ALL HOLIDAY SEASON DATES • 4-night Minimum. • 3-night Minimum considered 7 days prior to check-in. • Rental Fees must be paid in full at the time of reservation for all Holiday Rate dates. • Free Night Certificates OR Specials cannot be used. • BARTERS are NOT available for Holiday Dates WEEKLY RATE @ $125 per night = $875 6 NIGHT RATE @ $135 per night = $810 5 NIGHT RATE @ $145 per night = $725 4 NIGHT RATE @ $160 per night = $640 3 NIGHT RATE @ $175 per night = $525



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 Home Exchange 


We are a family of 3 with a 10 year old daughter and may want to bring 2 adult sons. We are athletic and travel the national motocross circuit. My daughter was the first female to win an AMA motocross championship. But we never pass up the opportunity to relax and have some fun whereever we go. We would be happy to exchange vacation homes for beach properties, Lake Properties, Florida Properties, South Carolina Properties, North Carolina Property, European properties, possible other areas. We love to trail riding our motorcycles or mountain bikes, hiking,and enjoy the water, sunshine and boating. We are a new resort and have just begun to exchange houses although we have bartered for many services in exchange for time at our vacation property. We have completed 3 vacation exchanges.



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We would entertain all offers for sale, rent with option to buy or long-term rental, as well as exchanges for property in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida on the ocean, Lake or River for water sports. Asking $425,000.



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