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Balcony Downs Venue and Retreat

Glasgow, Rockbridge, Virginia
50 acres hosted by Celeste H.
3 lodging sites
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Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.
Balcony Downs is a 50 acre Venue and Retreat nessled in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains. Southern elegance meets rustic country chic at this private estate. Circa 1776, Balcony Downs is a historic marvel. With stunning panoramic views, nearby rivers, streams, wildlife and hiking expeditions for the beginner to the expert, this retreat will not disappoint! The space This rustic cabin is a converted space once used as an icehouse for the 2,500 acre dairy and corn plantation that became known as Balcony Downs. With much of the original stone and 2' thick walls, the Icehouse is well insulated to provide a cozy winter getaway or a cool summer retreat. The Icehouse comfortably sleeps 6 and offers a fully stocked kitchen, professionally serviced linens, outdoor living space with firepit and grill along with the ease and convenience of Wifi and smart Roku TV. Did we mention the unparalleled views?! Surrounded by National Forest, you can walk to crystal clear streams, climb to the top of the mountain ridge for even more spectacular views, enjoy abundant wildlife, explore all the wonders of the famous Blue Ridge Pkwy, kayak the James and Maury rivers or fish on the farm's own pond. Conveniently located to a wide variety of attractions, wineries and natural spledors, you will want to plan extra days to fully enjoy your stay at Balcony Downs. Guest access Ask the host about seasonal access to our waterfront sister property on the Maury River (5 miles from Balcony Downs). Here you can spend the day swimming, tubing, fishing or just enjoying the river in this private hidden paradise. There are many other options for exploring both on and off the property. Some of the local attractions include: Natural Bridge & Museum The Natural Caverns VMI The Blue Ridge parkway Local wineries & breweries River expeditions Local artisan and antique shops Kayaking and canoeing Fishing World class cycling ATV and motocross trails Horse riding trails Virginia's Equestrian Center Goshen Pass Glen Maury Park and events Ghost tours
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