Dream Rock Silo - Independence, Virginia
Barn in Independence, Virginia
- 2 guests
- 1 bedroom
- 1 bed
- 1 bath
Hosted by Karen
- Superhost
- 9 years hosting
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A one-of-a-kind silo conversion
A converted 1950s dairy silo with a round bedroom at the top and windows offering 360-degree views
Karen and Bill go above and beyond
Guests return again and again, praising Karen and Bill's warmth and the care in every detail
You have traveled, you have explored. You have stayed in many places! Now its time to stay in one of the coolest locations you never knew existed. Stay in the top of a Silo!
The Silo was finished in Nov 2018.
We’ve been renovating this old 1950’s dairy barn/silo since 2013. The Silo has 4 floors and the top 2 are yours! There’s a sitting area on the third floor (and bath). The bedroom is at the very top with windows all around and 360°view ! Also your own private deck off the bedroom.
The space
We bought and have been renovating an old dairy barn since 2013. We had a goal to renovate the attached silo into a beautiful place guests could come and enjoy.
The silo itself is 4 stories. The top two floors are your living spaces. A living room and private bathroom with a bedroom on top. The rooms are circular, the original shape of the silo. The bedroom has windows that go all the way around the top for a stunning 360 degree view of the mountains and valley. It is an experience you will never forget!
We have also created a little game for our Silo guests! Upon arrival we will give you clues to a secret compartment in the Silo. My husband is a master cabinet maker and creates the most unique secret compartments. When you discover it , there is a special gift for you to take home!!
The Silo is for 2 guests ONLY .
There is only 1 king size bed.
No pull out couch.
No children under 12 years of age.
Our son documented the renovations of the Silo so if you are interested you can see the 10 videos of this amazing renovation on utube. (search for Dream Rock Silo)
Breakfast is not included, however, there is a screened- in full kitchen for you to use anytime. This is a shared space.
***We have to cut the water off in the outdoor kitchen Nov-March due to weather conditions but guests can still use the refrigerator, oven, stove, microwave, grill and griddle. There are restaurants in town also.
NOTE: This is a tall Silo. There are 15 steps to the entrance ( living area) and 12 more interior steps to the bedroom.
***We also have 2 other Suites available:
Creekside Bungalow,sleeps 4
Rustic Rooster Room, sleeps 6
Guest access
Guests can access the garden, beautiful grounds and creek. Fresh eggs when chickens are laying.
Other things to note
We have 1 friendly dog, Kona. (German Shepherd). We have 3 cats and they all absolutely love having guest.
Also a coop full of chickens. So Cute!
Cell phone service can be spotty at times here as we are in the valley of the mountains. Most carriers work though. However there is wifi that works in proximity to the house.
There is a grocery store 10 minutes from us.
There is no A/C unit as the temperature is very mild. There is a heater and fan in the Silo if needed.
When you enter property, you will drive through the creek(no worries) it’s shallow.
If you are celebrating a special occasion , please let me know. I will be glad to help with special arrangements or surprises.
The Silo was finished in Nov 2018.
We’ve been renovating this old 1950’s dairy barn/silo since 2013. The Silo has 4 floors and the top 2 are yours! There’s a sitting area on the third floor (and bath). The bedroom is at the very top with windows all around and 360°view ! Also your own private deck off the bedroom.
The space
We bought and have been renovating an old dairy barn since 2013. We had a goal to renovate the attached silo into a beautiful place guests could come and enjoy.
The silo itself is 4 stories. The top two floors are your living spaces. A living room and private bathroom with a bedroom on top. The rooms are circular, the original shape of the silo. The bedroom has windows that go all the way around the top for a stunning 360 degree view of the mountains and valley. It is an experience you will never forget!
We have also created a little game for our Silo guests! Upon arrival we will give you clues to a secret compartment in the Silo. My husband is a master cabinet maker and creates the most unique secret compartments. When you discover it , there is a special gift for you to take home!!
The Silo is for 2 guests ONLY .
There is only 1 king size bed.
No pull out couch.
No children under 12 years of age.
Our son documented the renovations of the Silo so if you are interested you can see the 10 videos of this amazing renovation on utube. (search for Dream Rock Silo)
Breakfast is not included, however, there is a screened- in full kitchen for you to use anytime. This is a shared space.
***We have to cut the water off in the outdoor kitchen Nov-March due to weather conditions but guests can still use the refrigerator, oven, stove, microwave, grill and griddle. There are restaurants in town also.
NOTE: This is a tall Silo. There are 15 steps to the entrance ( living area) and 12 more interior steps to the bedroom.
***We also have 2 other Suites available:
Creekside Bungalow,sleeps 4
Rustic Rooster Room, sleeps 6
Guest access
Guests can access the garden, beautiful grounds and creek. Fresh eggs when chickens are laying.
Other things to note
We have 1 friendly dog, Kona. (German Shepherd). We have 3 cats and they all absolutely love having guest.
Also a coop full of chickens. So Cute!
Cell phone service can be spotty at times here as we are in the valley of the mountains. Most carriers work though. However there is wifi that works in proximity to the house.
There is a grocery store 10 minutes from us.
There is no A/C unit as the temperature is very mild. There is a heater and fan in the Silo if needed.
When you enter property, you will drive through the creek(no worries) it’s shallow.
If you are celebrating a special occasion , please let me know. I will be glad to help with special arrangements or surprises.
Where you’ll sleep
Bedroom
1 king bed
What this place offers
Mountain view
Garden view
Kitchen
Wifi
Free parking on premises
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From the host
***Many things to do in Independence, VA!
-Fire pit for night relaxation and s'mores.
-Massages (by appointment only) (Unavailable at this time.)
-Hiking in Grayson County, Grayson -Highlands Park, Creekside Trail in Galax, VA
-Biking the Creeper Trail in Damascus, VA down a 17 mile old retired train railway......AWESOME!
-New River Kayaking
-Horseback Riding
-Blue Ridge Parkway
-Blue Ridge Music Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
-Changing of the leaves in Autumn
-Crooked Road Music Trail
-Grayson Highlands State Park
-Galax Home of the Old Time Fiddlers Convention (Second week in August)
-Smoke on the Mountain Festival in July. (Galax, VA) BBQ cook off contest.
-Mountain Foliage Festival and Grand Privy Races in Independence in mid-Oct. (Outhouse races)
-Oak Hill Academy
-Fire pit for night relaxation and s'mores.
-Massages (by appointment only) (Unavailable at this time.)
-Hiking in Grayson County, Grayson -Highlands Park, Creekside Trail in Galax, VA
-Biking the Creeper Trail in Damascus, VA down a 17 mile old retired train railway......AWESOME!
-New River Kayaking
-Horseback Riding
-Blue Ridge Parkway
-Blue Ridge Music Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
-Changing of the leaves in Autumn
-Crooked Road Music Trail
-Grayson Highlands State Park
-Galax Home of the Old Time Fiddlers Convention (Second week in August)
-Smoke on the Mountain Festival in July. (Galax, VA) BBQ cook off contest.
-Mountain Foliage Festival and Grand Privy Races in Independence in mid-Oct. (Outhouse races)
-Oak Hill Academy
Meet your host
My work: Dream Rock Silo
Lives in Independence, Virginia
My husband, Bill and I have brought this barn and Silo back to life and have just had a blast creating it! I’ve done the interior design work on our barn... and the actual work(like painting, tile, etc.). In fact, my husband, son and I have done most of the work on our barn and I love showing it off. I love my chickens and in the summer, spend most of my time in my gardens or creating my rock walls. We enjoy our place so much and the only thing that makes it better is to share it with others. Please come join us in our little paradise!
Karen is a Superhost
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