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Woods & Water to Explore just 20 mins to Liberty Univ - 10 to Downtown Lynchburg

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Madison Heights

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A forested area with a wooden staircase leading to a white building.
A kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and pendant lighting.
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
A forested area with a circular fire pit surrounded by wooden chairs.
An aerial view of a house with a deck, a driveway, and surrounding trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Madison Heights, VA
  • Place, Amazement Square
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Lynchburg Museum
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Virginia University of Lynchburg
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the area

Madison Heights

Heart of Madison Heights.Stay at this Madison Heights vacation home and you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of James River and Amazement Square. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Lynchburg Museum and Monument Terrace.
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What's nearby

  • Amazement Square - 13 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Lynchburg Museum - 14 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Virginia University of Lynchburg - 14 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Lynchburg City Stadium - 17 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Liberty University - 18 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • Lynchburg-Kemper Street Station - 14 min drive
  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sheetz - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Truss - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Cavalier - ‬17 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.

Woods & Water to Explore just 20 mins to Liberty Univ - 10 to Downtown Lynchburg

Eaton's Edge offers a smoke free downstairs apartment with exterior entrance, private drive, full kitchen, private laundry room and a home theater. With 20 acres of wooded seclusion, you can step out your door and relax next to the Cascades of Harris Creek, sit and watch deer and turkey in the yard, spot owls, bats and eagles overhead or build a campfire in the pit and listen to the sounds of rushing water and rambling freight trains in the distance. All this and only three miles to Walmart, Food Lion, Redbox and terrific pizza. Our road is one narrow mile of bumps, curves and hills!

20 minutes to Liberty University and all the local colleges in Lynchburg. 10 minutes to the historic Lynchburg River District with its cobblestone streets, antique shops, festivals, concerts, walking trails, restaurants and nightlife. Academy Center for the Arts is just over the bridge.

Bring some paddling gear and head to Monacan Park for a paddle on the James River or rent some gear from James River Adventures at River's Edge Park. Drive out Elon Road to the famous Woodruffs' Pie Shop where you can enjoy a meal, pie, coffee and good conversation with the locals.

Whether you want to launch a family exploration of Liberty University, Lynchburg and all that Amherst County has to offer or you need a quiet, private, comfortable place to stay during a weeklong intensive course, Eaton's Edge is ready for you.

***Studio Upgrade Optional: When requested, we may be able to offer you an additional studio apartment with a bedroom which sleeps 2 more guests and another large full bath. This studio apartment is completely distinct from the rest of the house. It has its own private entrance, and is adjacent to the main apartment for togetherness and supervision. This is an ideal option for three generations traveling together. The Studio Upgrade requires an additional fee which is provided upon request through the VRBO system as a special offer.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 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
  • Note from host: No smoking on the property. I am allergic.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

All water recreation, use of fire pit and sporting equipment is at your own risk. Supervise children to ensure safety.
All Internet use must be legal.
No smoking or vaping on the property, no parties and no loud noise after 11pm.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children are very welcome.

Events

No events allowed
Family event celebrations are most welcome.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on the property. I am allergic.

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
Note from host: Family event celebrations are most welcome.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Family event celebrations are most welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Woods & Water to Explore just 20 mins to Liberty Univ - 10 to Downtown Lynchburg to the airport?

This vacation home is 14.3 mi (22-min drive) away from the Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Woods & Water to Explore just 20 mins to Liberty Univ - 10 to Downtown Lynchburg have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Woods & Water to Explore just 20 mins to Liberty Univ - 10 to Downtown Lynchburg offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Woods & Water to Explore just 20 mins to Liberty Univ - 10 to Downtown Lynchburg?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Woods & Water to Explore just 20 mins to Liberty Univ - 10 to Downtown Lynchburg?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Woods & Water to Explore just 20 mins to Liberty Univ - 10 to Downtown Lynchburg?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Woods & Water to Explore just 20 mins to Liberty Univ - 10 to Downtown Lynchburg have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Woods & Water to Explore just 20 mins to Liberty Univ - 10 to Downtown Lynchburg have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Woods & Water to Explore just 20 mins to Liberty Univ - 10 to Downtown Lynchburg to downtown Madison Heights?

This vacation home is 3.7 mi away from Madison Heights.

Woods & Water to Explore just 20 mins to Liberty Univ - 10 to Downtown Lynchburg Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Bobby B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene and secluded but convenient to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ben C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The river was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a fantastic stay! Beautiful location out of the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Luke K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying at Gary and Jennifer’s place! Their property is so beautiful and serene with gorgeous fall leaves and the gently rushing river. Their place has EVERYTHING you need and more for your stay! Communication was friendly and welcoming and they accommodated our special requests to make our time in Lynchburg perfect! We can’t wait to stay again next time we’re in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nadine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cozy private place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Krista M.

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

Lovely space. Great time.

We enjoyed the outdoor spaces. Indoors were spacious and accommodating. We had a great visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher P.

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

Charming and relaxing

Our stay was driven by our visit to Liberty University, and normally we would have stayed at a hotel but everything was booked, and im very glad it was. The property was peaceful and clean and we absolutely loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tania K.

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

Relaxing Get-a-way

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The hosts provide so many activities and extras that we haven't received elsewhere. We highly recommend them and their beautiful apartment!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Pauline S.

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

Lovely

Overall, a great place to stay. Wishing I could have stayed longer !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fesmire K.

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

great place

We felt very blessed to be able to stay at this property. We would have liked to stay longer. Thanks for making it available as a rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Jen S.

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

Perfection

Honestly we could not have asked for a better stay! Everything was as described, the creek was so peaceful, and all the options for games were exactly what the kids were looking for. Plus we saw a mom and two baby deer ❤️ thank you again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Monique C.

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

Family Fun

Very clean, spacious apartment. Fully equipped with everything a family could want to have fun in the beautiful outdoors. The stream area was breathtaking.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Warren S.

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

An absolutely perfect property

A great stay from top to bottom the house is immaculate. The property is beautiful. The host is attentive. Everything you could possibly need is provided highly recommend for your stay away from everything but also close enough to get to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

judy d.

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

Everything

Everything about this stay was as described, everything was clean , fresh and comfortable, our family had a wonderful time and it's close for quick grocery runz. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deb O.

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

visit

great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

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

Great location for LUCOM Graduation

The location is great being close to LU and downtown Lynchburg. The setting is so serene and the hosts were great with communication. The kitchen had every appliance we needed and we enjoyed grilling out the first evening. Would highly recommend and even though we probably won’t be back to Lynchburg, we would definitely stay there again!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Maureen F.

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

Country Comfortable

Our host was very helpful connecting with us. The property was out in the country with a stream. It made for a quiet and enjoyable stay. I could see how in the warmer weather it would be fun to play in the stream. Very comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luann O.

The accommodations worked great for our family!

My husband and I and two adult daughters met there for birthday celebrations and it was nice to have the living space to hang out when we were home. The surroundings are beautiful! Loved the water with chairs set up on the bank to enjoy. Our visit was quick, but will definitely come back and would love to stay longer to really make use of all it has to offer. We felt very welcome, to be sharing their home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

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

Perfect elopement stay

My husband and I and our 1 year old twins enjoyed our stay here. It was so homey and clean. The host had plenty of extra towels and blankets which was a plus. And I loved that they had extra fans in the closet for the white noise! The only things I would change, is a smart tv and a softer bed! We would definitely stay here again! The creek is so beautiful I wish we could have hung out down there more during our stay! Thank you again for sharing your home!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Beautiful country setting!

The property was so spacious, clean and had literally everything you could ever need in a vacation rental. Plenty of comfy seating in the common areas and a great projection TV system for movie viewing. It unfortunately rained buckets the whole time we were staying on site, so we didn’t get to utilize all the wonderful outdoor amenities like the fire pit, tubing on the stream (literally!) in the back yard and exploring the woods. And it’s close to lots of the attractions we came to the area for including the BlueRidge Parkway and the Natural Bridge Caverns. I highly recommend this lovely home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole t.

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

Peaceful Retreat, Everything You Need

The size is perfect, so is everything else! We fit our family of seven very comfortably. I loved not having to pack a lot so that my kids had things to play outside. There were many comforts of home in case we forgot. 😊 The kids walked in and all smiled right away, so it was immediately a good sign. It rained a little, so we went to Sea Quest at the mall and also did a little shopping. There was more of the property l, outside games, and Lynchburg we left unexplored, so we hope to return. 💌💌 It was nice to give my kids a piece of my childhood, exploring the creek and being outside was great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Geri D.

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Loved the location

Myself, along with my son and daughter-in-law, were in VA for a family wedding. The initial drive to the property off the main road seemed a never-ending series of hills, twists and turns, especially for folks from the city. But, in fact, the trip in/out was only about five minutes. The property itself was great. A two bedroom, one bath on the lower level of a lovely private home. The house is on a hill so we could drive right to our entrance in back. The unit is all on one floor with no steps (important to me). There's just a short walk down to the creek. The area is wooded and incredibly quiet. Hosts provide a number of outdoor activities. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruth C.

Family friendly getaway

Jennifer and her family were awesome hosts. The walk out basement apartment with kitchen, laundry, TV/DVD projected on the wall, plenty of beds, made this the perfect family getaway. Our schedule and the weather didn't give us much of an opportunity to go exploring, but there would be plenty to do with their acreage and the creek. Having the full kitchen gave us the flexibility to eat in and save some money while we vacationed. Also, I so appreciated the laundry so that I didn't have to do a bunch of it the minute we walked in the door after getting home! They had all the dishes we needed, a variety of DVD's, CD's, and even games in the apartment for us to use. Jennifer checked in with us a couple times (a great balance of being available, but not always around). The road that goes to their home is a bit bumpy and narrow...we recommend keeping your left tires on the ridge that has formed down the center of it to avoid scraping bottom. We hope to be able to stay here again on future visits.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany M.

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

Great getaway (and great creek)

Our family of 4, with two kids 10 yrs and 11 yrs old, really enjoyed our stay at the home.  You have a separate entrance to the basement of the house.  The family above doesn't bother you, unless you want something.  The family, led by Jennifer and Gary were very nice.  We were surprised to find that inner tubes were part of the fun.  You put in the Harris Creek just downstream of a bridge you used to access the house.  The bridge is about a 10 minute walk from the house.  You float down the creek to the house, about a 1/2 hr to 45 minute float.  There is a very small rapid just after the "put in" and a larger rapid, that you can easily avoid if you want to, just at the take-out, where the house is located.  We brought a DVD to watch and were very impressed with the projector and surround sound supplied with the house.  The house has a wide variety of DVD's to watch as well.  We took a bike ride around Liberty University, which is pretty hilly.  Then we took a bike ride on the James River Heritage Trail that starts in downtown Lynchburg area near the river and crosses into the Percival's Island Natural Area and then again crosses over to the other side of the river (not hilly).  The next day we started from about the same location and walked upstream along the Blackwater Creek, still part of the James River Heritage Trail, and this path passes through an old railroad tunnel.  The highlight for the family was the inner tube floating (which we did on 2 separate days) and playing in the rapid near the house.  We cooked our own meals and thought the kitchen was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020