We've stayed here two summers and find the owners extremely kind and accommodating. They are great…read morehost and the accommodations are a good value. Very secluded and private in a wooded area.

Great place...tranquil..scenic..clean..great folks Located…read morein Fries Virginia...on the heritage New River.fish ..canoe..kayak..or tube..trailhead New River Trail State Park..bike..walk...run..horseback ride ..your destination for recreation...

Second time we have been here. The cabins are clean and comfortable. We plan to make this a yearly…read moretrip.

I am so surprised there aren't many recent reviews but I believe I know why and I hope I'm not…read moreblowing it by sharing; this place is a hidden gem and those who have stayed here likely don't want word to get out. However, the folks running this place absolutely deserve a five star review (and I'm going to book our next stay well in advance!). We stayed in the pet-friendly cabin #5 which had two bedrooms, a full bath, full kitchen, indoor jacuzzi tub, fireplace, powerful heating unit, and a beautiful front porch with a swing overlooking a pasture and mountains. We drank our coffee here as we watched the sunrise each morning. The cabin interior had every amenity you could need- pots, plates, utensils, coffee maker, paper goods, fresh towels. The decor inside the cabin was so cute and cozy. The other cabins are spaced well apart for privacy and there is a common picnic area up on the hill with a large grill, fire pit, tables and chairs; the sunset views up here are beautiful. I mostly spoke with Sonya who was so kind and also cleaned the cabin before our arrival. Everything was sparkling clean and the fireplace was lit for our arrival. We couldn't be more pleased with our stay and we didn't want to leave. We can't wait to return with friends and family. During our stay, we hiked several spots along the parkway, but our favorite hike was over in Buffalo Mountain preserve (30 min from the cabin) for the most beautiful 360 degree view at the peak (be advised it was pretty strenuous and muddy with all the recent rain). And we also highly recommend Buffalo Mountain Brewing/McDaniels Tavern for a beer and a bite to eat after your hike.

Perfect Getaway My…read morewife and I love staying at the New River Trail Cabins. The cabins are just a short walk or ride into downtown Galax. You would think that you were miles out of town by the scenery. We visit several times a year and have done so for several years now. We have never been disappointed with our stay here. The New River Trail is located at the end of the cabins so there is no need to drive and park for access to the bike trail. The cabins are very clean. The staff are also very nice. Mary is such a sweetheart. Always ready to help. Chuck and Wanda, the cleaning crew, are also very nice folks and do an excellent job on the cabins. If you are looking for a nice, peaceful weekend getaway, this is the place. Galax has a real jewel and it's the New River Trail Cabins.

If you want extreme relaxation in a beautiful setting then this is your place! Lee and Mary are…read moredelightful and engaging and will make certain that your stay is primo! The cabin had everything you need and the back porch and the sound of Chestnut Creek trickling in the background will give you most inviting vibes! There isn't a full kitchen, but if you're a creative cook, you can make a delicious meal! Bring your bike and trail shoes, peer out the windows and embrace the deer quietly roaming the grounds. The rain on the tin roof will lull you to sleep....zzzzz

We stayed at the Enchanted Cottage Friday 10/8/21 to Monday 10/11/21. The cottage itself has…read moretremendous charm. The decor is quite interesting, showing a lot of thought. I really enjoyed studying the paintings, hangings, and decor on higher areas. Horizontal surface area within reach was at a premium, as we had to move some of the decor to make room for our stuff: books, laptops, phones, etc. If you're visiting during colder months and love tending a real fire in the fireplace, be sure to contact the host ahead of time to ensure firewood, etc. is ready and waiting on arrival. The garden is beautiful and the couch on the porch is really comfy. I'd suggest bringing your own throw blankets if you like to curl up in front of the fireplace on the couch. The ones we brought were washable and soft, much more practical than the one decorating the couch. We like to know what we're wrapped in is freshly washed. There are no window coverings! The cottage is truly isolated and the only visitor we saw was a deer walking by the windows. I walked outside while my wife showered at night and found anyone can see in through the steamed up windows. But then again, you're surrounded by forest. The kitchen is small and cute. We brought stuff to warm up in the microwave so it was fine. The fridge was big enough to hold the food we brought for 3-4 days. Cooking a big meal would be a challenge. The WiFi is useless for anything but email. I measured the upload and download speeds by accessing a speed measuring website. The download speed was 200x slower and the upload speed was 800x slower than what I have at home. And I don't have the highest speed offered in my area at home. Dugspur is truly rural. You feel like you are deep in the heart of farms and ranches. In October it was very picturesque. On Sunday we went to IC DeHart Memorial Park to walk some of their trails. It was a 45 minute drive, but well worth it. It was the second week of October and most of the trail was covered with beautiful fall leaves. We took the yellow trail and walked the 3 miles in just under an hour. You want drive past the tennis courts to park by the picnic area, which has toilets with running water. They were out of toilet paper so come prepared. The trail meanders through beautiful woods, and ends back at the DeHart family graveyard. The tombstones tell their own history through several family generations. We talked to a local woman who takes her dog on walks there frequently. She said that the hot summer months are a completely different experience. In August her dog got stung by many hornets while walking the trails so her dog is no longer willing to walk those trails. Hiking in cool October was a great experience with no pests, so plan accordingly. On our way back we enjoyed some ice cream at the town of Floyd's general store. There was an outdoor concert of Latin music for anyone that wanted to sit and listen. It wasn't crowded and several families brought picnics. Instead of heading straight home to Northern VA on Monday, we made a slight detour to walk the High Bridge trail in Farmville, by the Appomattox River. There's a parking lot with restrooms one mile from the bridge. There's no need to go to the state park to park. If you don't want to walk, you can rent bikes in town. Lots of families were doing that. The historical markers explained the bridge's role at the end of the Civil War when Lee surrendered to Grant. The bridge is impressive. Looking down from the bridge was a bit unnerving for me as I don't enjoy heights. We walked the trail down to the river, under the bridge, and then back up the other side. It was a beautiful hike and seeing the old original bridge supports made me appreciate how much amazing engineering was done back in the 1800's. Because of the detour we took to Farmville, we were on back country roads all the way to Culpeper before we hit the divided highway there to take us the rest of the way back to NoVa. It was a beautiful drive on well-maintained two-lane roads and we made good time.

Wonderful time over new years at this resort. The staff were outstanding, friendly, and honestly a…read morerefreshing change in hospitality that we have not seen recently. We did a split stay between a cabin and the lodge and both had their merits. The cost of the lodge was well worth the upgrade with the beautiful furnishings, cozy atmosphere, complimentary amenities and soaking tub. Ate at both leather flower and stables and loved Stables the most. Highly recommend if you are looking for a true luxury experience.

My wife and I spent a weekend at Primland in mid-June on our way home from a wedding down South…read more The resort is a bit out of the way. We still had a twenty-minute drive to the lodge when we reached the North gate. The drive was pretty, though, and passed quickly. The circular driveway in front of the lodge was clogged with cars, forcing us to park down the road a bit. No one was around to welcome us, and finding someone took us a bit. Once we did, the valets quickly took care of us, and we were checked in. Our room on the second floor overlooked the 18th green and a valley on the backside of the lodge. It was terrific: large and spacious, with lots of wood and chunky lodge-style furnishings. The bathroom was huge, with a large tub, separate shower, and his-and-hers sinks. The minibar came stocked with complimentary non-alcoholic drinks and some snacks. While staying here, we enjoyed their astronomy presentation at the top of the silo, walking on several trails through the nearby woods, time in the spa, and making smores out back by the fire pit in the evening with the other guests. There was a special cocktail hour with apps and drinks, and a chance to talk to some of the local providers of food and items to the hotel. They do an excellent job of using local sources for the lodge. Dining was top notch, except at the Stables family-style restaurant. The Stables was a disappointment. Our other meals though in the lodge were top notch. The staff at Primland is the best, and they are what make this place so special. Come visit in the summer and enjoy the cooler temperatures of the mountains.

Great location to the trails (Pocahontas, Indian, outlaw and Pinnacle . Cabins are primitive garden…read moresheds and the vinyl-wrapped thin mattresses are rock-hard but are better than a tent.

Willie is the reason we keep going back. He really adds to the sprit of the experience. Courteous…read moreand very knowledgable. One of the guys broke down and Willie had all the answers and parts. Clean cabins and functional with all the necessities including a microwave. Keep up the good work! Glen

What went well? Everything went well! Just a lovely, well appointed and beautifully maintained…read moreget-away under the stars. Comfortable, cozy and charming, you won't be disappointed. We've stayed three different times in three different cottages, easy decisions to make about returning there.

We spent our first date here and it was absolutely magical. Our first anniversary weekend was…read moreequally as amazing. Impeccably clean, super responsive hosts. Private, secluded, yet close enough to town to have dinner delivered. The cottages are beyond romantic with the fireplaces and jacuzzi tubs. Beautiful sunrises and so much wildlife. I can't recommend highly enough. I hope we can go back every year for our anniversary!

This was such a wonderful place to stay! We stayed in a little cabin called The Fox Den. It is…read morelocated in a quaint part of the blue ridge mountains. We found it through air bnb but wanted to put in a yelp review because we liked it so much. We like to find new towns/areas to experience on the way to the beach and really enjoyed this spot. I guess (according to the welcome binder in the cabin) the couple who own the place, the husband had a buddy from childhood who was a state trooper buddy and died while on the job. The whole cabin was decorated in his honor with his pictures, favorite things such as sports teams, etc. They built a second cabin in honor of another fallen trooper. Thought it was a really cool way to honor those who have served our country and I loved "getting to know" this young trooper through the things in the cabin and learning his story. The cabin was really nice and modern (for a cabin) on the inside and very clean. There's a fire pit and seating out front, also a picnic bench. Great view from the porch. Very peaceful surroundings. We went to the Painted Peak Brewery and the locals were very friendly. We obviously stuck out because everyone seemed to know everyone, but they were very welcoming. The brewery had karaoke and there were a lot of really good singers! Small mountain town but quaint with a handful of restaurants with decent hours (didn't close too early). Everyone we met in the town of Tazewell was so friendly, including the lady watering the courthouse porch flowers. There's a state park nearby, Hungry Mother. Highly recommend this place! We will be back!

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