Escape to rural Virginia. Secluded yurt with private deck, composting toilet & driveway. Set in a beautiful, peaceful, environment. Hot showers & flush toilets are 215 steps away. Delightful large space with double bed, single sofa bed, storage space, table, and chairs. Outside picnic table & covered BBQ grill and hot plate attached with propane provided. Continental style breakfast provided. No electric power. Buddy heater for chilly days. Pet friendly. Dog's welcome (2 max)
The space
The yurt has a 16ft circumference with three large screened windows (to try to keep the bugs out) and glass double doors. Clear PVC covering is available for the windows when the weather turns wet and cold. A domed skylight that can be opened. You can lie in bed and look at the stars. It has a very comfortable double bed with a preformed mattress. there is a single futon and fresh Egyptian cotton or brushed cotton bed linen depending on the season is provided. We also provide towels, dish towels, shampoo, and locally crafted soap. There a table and chairs complete with crockery and cutlery and a selection of kitchen equipment. Dishwashing bowls and a drainer are provided for washing dishes at the yurt. Tea, coffee, fresh eggs (from our own free-ranging chickens or ducks if you prefer), milk (either fresh or dried depending on the season), and homemade bread are all provided. Large draws to put your clothes. Extra blankets and comforters if the nights get chilly. Powerful lamps and flashlights are also available for your convenience and solar lights are abundant outside. Safe drinkable well water provided in the yurt and more is available upon request or can be collected if required. Our large deck has a gas BBQ with a gazebo so you can cook rain or shine. An outside seating area, with a picnic table, so you can sit and watch the wildlife while you eat. A chimenea is located close to the yurt where you can safely build your own fire with wood provided (as long as a no burn has not been imposed by the county). There is no electricity in the yurt, however, there is a small buddy heater which is run with a propane cylinder at your own risk. You can experience a total escape from the hustle and bustle. Chill, read a book, kick back, and enjoy a little bit of paradise. There is a solar charger available to allow you to charge your phone and two battery operated fans to help keep you cool during the hot days. The creek has pools where you can get into (like a bath) and cool off. We can provide access to the internet upon request. The restrooms and showers are clean and come with a ready supply of hot water, shampoo, and conditioner. They are located 215 steps away. Power plugs are also available in the restrooms and large sinks that clothes can be rinsed off or dishes washed. Access to washing machine and dryer can be available upon request at a small charge of $5. Enjoy our meditation room with the sound of the creek in a beautiful, specifically created space. Practice yoga, meditate, or just sit. Hang your hammocks between the conveniently growing trees. Walk around the herb gardens. I am a clinically trained herbalist and also offer reiki, crystal, and energetic healing by appointment. Sit by the pond and watch the ducks. allow yourself to get back to nature. Someone on-site will be available as needed with as little or as much attention as you need. If you intend to bring dogs, please advise us on booking. There is one friendly female dog who lives on the property and loves to greet and interact with our guests. If you are nervous about dogs or have your own furry family member we will endeavor to keep her away from the yurt area. There are gates provided to allow your pet to have unleashed access to the decking area. We politely request dogs are leashed anywhere else on the property to prevent unwanted interactions. We are always looking at ways to improve what we offer, so please feel free to take notes. We would love to provide you with the best possible experience and look forward to welcoming you to our wonderful space.
Guest access
All of the above-mentioned space is available to guests and there are 83 acres of mountain trails that you are welcome to explore at your own risk. if you do go up the mountain, we advise you to take ample supplies and water, suitable clothing for your comfort and a compass as the weather can be changeable and you can easily get turned around. It might also behoove you to let us know of your plans, just in case. Please ask for directions to the trails.
Other things to note
The mountain is mostly a peaceful place to stay. Sometimes on the weekends throughout the spring, summer, and fall we have our house band, the Mondo Jelly Kings play at our purpose-built stage to a small audience on the open-air amphitheater, which is close to the yurt (less than 200 yards). If you come to stay during the time of their performance, you will be invited to watch the show free of charge and join in the fun. We follow local guidelines and the staged music is finished by 11 pm (often earlier). There are domestic animals that live on the property as well as the wildlife, (2 dog, 4 cats, lots of chickens, ducks, guinea fowl, and turkeys. They will not usually bother guests. if this is a problem we will endeavor to keep them away from the yurt. We hope you will see them as part of its charm. If you have a pet, we ask that you keep it on the deck of the yurt (there are trellised gates on the deck which will give your fur family the freedom to be off-leash) and on a leash while accessing the property, and please do not leave unattended. Bear in mind that the yurt is in a rural setting and although we do our very best to make sure it is as clean as possible, bugs and other wildlife are a feature that you should be aware of and there is little we can do about them. After each guest, the yurt is thoroughly disinfected, cleaned, swept, and dusted throughout. We wash all the bedding, table linen, and the floor. Crockery, cutlery, and BBQ equipment are all washed in anticipation of your comfort. If you come across an issue, please let us know and we will endeavor to rectify it to your satisfaction. Also please be aware that there are also camping sites on the property and we do get busy during holiday periods which can mean sharing bathrooms and showers.
The mountain can be dangerous and we would ask that you plan to hike our trails (which border the National forest) that you go fully prepared. A compass, good walking boots, water, and snacks are a good idea. Always let someone know your hiking plans on the mountain. If you are new to hiking trails or want a tamer walk; we would suggest you keep to the lower 25 acres of the mountain unless you are an experienced hiker. Please respect our neighbor's boundary lines which are well marked.
It will depend on which phone carrier you have whether you get a signal or not. Verizon, Sprint, and US cellular are fairly reliable. There is a satellite phone at the main house in case of emergencies, although if the WiFi is not working neither will the phone. (this does not happen often and usually only in bad weather).
As previously stated, we live on a mountain. The entrance to the yurt driveway has rocks on either side and because of the angle of the driveway, it is best for guests to reverse into the driveway space rather than try to drive into it.
It is our aim at Arcadia Sanctuary to give you the best possible experience possible so that you leave always wanting to return.
