Family-friendly vacation rentals in Buckingham County

Acute Lodge: Boho, Romantic Getaway in Nelson Co.

Acute Lodge delivers a trendy, boho getaway in the popular destination of Nelson County. This geometric home offers privacy in the woods on just under 13 acres, but is within a 20 minute drive to breweries and 25-30 minutes to the popular Nelson 151 destination. With plenty of amenities (including fiber internet), Acute Lodge is the ultimate restorative getaway perfect for couples, friends, or even small families. Your pup is also welcome to join with added pet fee. No cats, subject to fine.

Sparrow’s Worth is a cottage with complete privacy

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. Sparrow’s Worth is a quaint cottage filled with reclaimed floors and staircase from an 1860’s Virginia farmhouse. The upstairs bedroom welcomes you with mix of old and repurposed furniture. The small attached bath has a raised toilet and a shower. Notice the old radio from Baltimore, MD converted to a vanity. There is plenty of natural light for reading, and blackout drapes for resting. Refrigerator, stove, toaster oven, table, Fire TV, WiFi.

Cozy cabin for 2 w/mountain views & trails

Cozy cabin in the woods with beautiful mountain views from covered back deck! Perfect for nature lovers, couples, singles. Ideal for a peaceful escape or visiting local wine/brew trail. While remote, also a convenient base to visit area attractions, hikes & easy drive to C'ville. Relax on the covered back deck watching the sunset and wildlife. Over 2 miles of wooded trails on property for guest use. 15-20 min walk through woods trails (part of this walk is on a hill) to access Rockfish River.

The Cottage at Hardware Hills Vineyard

Head for the Hills! The Cottage at Hardware Hills Vineyard sits atop the property alongside the main estate house. Bask in Virginia sunsets over the vines. Take a short hike down to the Hardware River where you can dip a toe in or try your hand at fishing. On weekends, you have a family-owned winery right in your front yard to stroll down and sit by the vines to enjoy delicious wines. Centrally located to many wine trail attractions and all that the Charlottesville area has to offer.

WOODLAND HIDEAWAY

A private apartment in the hills of Nelson County is located in an addition to the owner's rustic home. The property is surrounded by forest and stream with a mountain view. The Blue Ridge Mountains, the James River, Wintergreen, Infinity Downs , and Charlottesville are all within easy driving distance. A great rural location, perfect for nature lovers and birdwatchers. The owners are a resource for information on the area and can provide recommendations on attractions and activities.

Shepherdess Cottage

Charming cottage located in Scottsville, Virginia on a 93 acre sheep farm. It is located 19 miles from Charlottesville. The Shepherdess Cottage is tiny, relatively private and offers beautiful views. We are a working farm so you may encounter us, but will respect your privacy as much as we can. You are welcome to "free range" with our sheep and enjoy exploring the property. Sometimes our lambing season (pretty much year-round) will offer bottle babies that you can feed and cuddle.

Whisper Creek Lodge! Lower Level Suite!

Whisper Creek! Located in the foothills of the Shenandoah Mountains. This Lower Level Suite will provide you and friends with the perfect place for back woods peace and quiet. Located one hour from UVA, Wintergreen, numerous Craft Beer Pubs and Wineries. This includes numerous choices for hiking. If canoeing and kayaking is your interest, I am located a short distance from several launch sites. I am willing to shuttle vehicles and assist in getting you where you wanna be.

Rare Find: Private Animal Sanctuary & Tiny Cottage

For animal lovers seeking an exclusive and unique getaway, this boutique Airbnb in Scottsville offers a tranquil escape where guests can unwind in nature and connect with the sanctuary’s resident animals. Recognized by Northern Virginia Magazine, Trips 101, and Trips to Discover as one of Virginia’s most distinctive stays, this thoughtfully curated retreat features cozy furnishings, charming handcrafted details, and an expansive window that showcases views of the animals.

The Lake House

Enjoy nature in this lakefront 3 bed/1.5 bath retreat. This house is set off the road in a very serene and rural area, yet you are only a short drive away from many conveniences. Less than 5 miles from Downtown Farmville, restaurants, GreenFront, and Longwood University. About a 20 min to Hampden Sydney. This is the perfect place to disconnect from the outside world and relax dockside. *Please read all details below*