Cyclist-between the Creeper Trail and the river

Entire cabin in Damascus, Virginia

  1. 2 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 1 bed
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Katie
  1. 6 years hosting

Listing highlights

Right on the Virginia Creeper Trail

The Virginia Creeper Trail runs right past the front porch, with river access steps away at the back

Covered porch and riverside fire pit

A covered porch with rocking chairs overlooking the trail and a fire pit down by the river

A cabin guests keep coming back to

Guests return year after year, with many calling it their go-to base for biking the Creeper Trail
PLEASE make sure you count children as guests on the reservation.Our Cyclist cabin has 1 bedroom with a queen sized bed and one full bathroom.The cabin faces the Creeper Trail and has a lovely large covered porch area with plenty of seating.The river is just steps away at the back of the property.Boasts a well-stocked kitchen,a gas grill, a dishwasher, AC, Smart Tv and Wi-Fi. DO NOT WEAR BIKING footwear in the cabin if it has spikes or hard bottoms,it will scar the floor, and you will be charged

The space
At Laurel Run Cabins we strive to create a 'home away from home' atmosphere. Our charming, cozy, and clean log cabins have warm wood interiors, sweet country décor, plenty of extra quilts, games and reading material for cooler weather. When it's warm outside, the property offers great river access for fishing, swimming and kayaking (bring towels and river shoes!) Pet friendly with a $60 per pet charge.

Guest access
Guests in all of the cabins are welcome to use the outdoor space around the cabins including the fire pits and river frontage all the way down to the bridge, but we ask that you respect the privacy of the main house on the opposite side of the property. Be aware that guest from all our cabins all share the river frontage, so you may see them near your cabin as they enjoy the river too.

Other things to note
-PET OWNERS- please thoroughly read our pet policy in 'House Rules' before booking and reach out with any questions.

-PLASTIC SNAKES are nailed to the deck to deter birds from visiting, please warn the other guests that they aren't real :)

-SWIMMING AND KAYAKING- we ask that you bring your own towels for the river, and strongly recommend that you wear river shoes. All water activities are presumed to be at your own risk.

-HWY 58- is the road running the length of the property. It's a two lane highway that gets medium traffic during daylight hours, and very little at night. This has only come up a couple of times in hundreds of reviews, and genuinely doesn't detract from the riverside cabin experience. Light sleepers are provided with earplugs in the medicine cabinet.

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Mountain view
Waterfront
Kitchen
Wifi – 10 Mbps
Free driveway parking on premises – 2 spaces

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Rated 4.95 out of 5 from 163 reviews.

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Damascus, Virginia, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

Damascus is a small but lively town with lovely period architecture and a soul of southern hospitality. Boxed in on three sides by National Forest, the area offers unparalleled access to the outdoors for people of all fitness levels. Often referred to as “Trail Town, USA”, it is known for its hiking, biking, and heritage trails. The Appalachian Trail follows Laurel Avenue right through the heart of Damascus. The Virginia Creeper Trail, a 34-mile multi use trail from Abingdon to Whitetop Mountain, is one of the countries most cherished Rail-to-trails. The Trans-America National Bicycle Trail, the Iron Mountain Trail, the Daniel Boone Heritage Trail, the Crooked Road Musical Heritage Trail, and Virginia’s Birding and Wildlife Trail all pass through Damascus along their routes. Neighboring parks like Grayson Highlands State Park, Hungry Mother State Park, and the Mt. Rogers National Recreation Area offer hiking at every degree of difficulty, and some of the best single-track mountain biking you will find in the U.S. The highest navigable road in Virginia leads to the summit of Whitetop mountain which provides panoramic views of three states from over 5,000 feet of elevation.
Aside from the 1,500 feet of river frontage you’ll be able to enjoy at Laurel Run Cabins, there are many more nearby rivers and streams in both Virginia and Tennessee offering world class trout fishing and a wide variety of other game species, along with kayaking and rafting. South Holston Lake (20 minutes from the cabins) is gorgeous and never overcrowded. Renting a Pontoon boat, jet ski, SUP, or kayak are great ways to get out on the water and explore this unspoiled area.
Nearby Abingdon, a Virginia Historic Landmark and thriving artistic community, hosts the Barter Theater, which opened on June 10, 1933 and is the longest-running professional theatre in the nation. Enjoy unique local shops, historical buildings, a thriving farmers market and year-round live music at a number of venues. This year Abingdon was voted #1 in USA Today’s “Best Small-Town Food Scene” competition. Try White Birch, 128 Pecan, Morgan’s, The Peppermill, the Tavern, or The Harvest Table in nearby Meadowview.

Meet your host

Started hosting in 2020
Born in the 70s
My work: Air BnB host
A mom and wife who loves to travel! We live in one of the most beautiful places on earth, in my opinion. I’m always excited to welcome guests to our area.

Co-hosts

  • Trudy
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
2 guests maximum
Safety & property
Nearby lake, river, other body of water
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm