Cottage in Massies Mill, VA
8 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this cottage rental
Wake up to the sound of the Piney River flowing beneath towering hemlock, spend the afternoon tubing crystal-clear mountain water, then end the night beside a fire under the Blue Ridge stars.
Welcome to Sycamore Shade, a secluded riverfront cottage in Roseland, Virginia, nestled between Cardinal Mountain and Little Priest Mountain. Located along the banks of the Piney River and adjoining the George Washington National Forest, this charming Blue Ridge retreat offers privacy, tranquility, and direct access to the river, park and nature — while still being an easy drive to Charlottesville, Lexington, Lynchburg, and Staunton.
Relax on the deck, read in the hammock, or fall asleep to the calming sound of the river flowing over rocks. The Piney River is home to native brook trout and stocked brown trout, making this an ideal spot for fishing. Bring your fishing tackle, snorkel masks, and inner tubes for enjoying the river year-round.
Outdoor adventures are right outside your door, including:
Hiking the Appalachian Trail
Exploring the Shoe Creek Jeep Trail
Mountain biking scenic gravel roads along the river
Skiing and snowboarding at Wintergreen Resort (30minutes away)
Nelson County is known for its wineries, breweries, orchards, and seasonal festivals, all nearby and easy to explore.
Year-Round Appeal
Spring: Wildflowers including trilliums, mountain laurel, and jack-in-the-pulpit
Summer: Fresh, Cool, spring-fed river perfect for tubing and swimming
Fall: Stunning Blue Ridge foliage and visible trout spawning from the deck
Winter: Cozy evenings by the wood stove and movie nights from the extensive DVD library after skiing
The cabin stays approximately 10 degrees cooler than the city, offering comfort even in summer. Whether you’re seeking a romantic getaway, honeymoon cabin, fishing retreat, or peaceful mountain escape, Sycamore Shade is designed to help you fully unwind.
Off-the-grid feel with modern comfort.
Now High-speed Wi-Fi
All prices include fees — no surprises
Welcome to Sycamore Shade, a secluded riverfront cottage in Roseland, Virginia, nestled between Cardinal Mountain and Little Priest Mountain. Located along the banks of the Piney River and adjoining the George Washington National Forest, this charming Blue Ridge retreat offers privacy, tranquility, and direct access to the river, park and nature — while still being an easy drive to Charlottesville, Lexington, Lynchburg, and Staunton.
Relax on the deck, read in the hammock, or fall asleep to the calming sound of the river flowing over rocks. The Piney River is home to native brook trout and stocked brown trout, making this an ideal spot for fishing. Bring your fishing tackle, snorkel masks, and inner tubes for enjoying the river year-round.
Outdoor adventures are right outside your door, including:
Hiking the Appalachian Trail
Exploring the Shoe Creek Jeep Trail
Mountain biking scenic gravel roads along the river
Skiing and snowboarding at Wintergreen Resort (30minutes away)
Nelson County is known for its wineries, breweries, orchards, and seasonal festivals, all nearby and easy to explore.
Year-Round Appeal
Spring: Wildflowers including trilliums, mountain laurel, and jack-in-the-pulpit
Summer: Fresh, Cool, spring-fed river perfect for tubing and swimming
Fall: Stunning Blue Ridge foliage and visible trout spawning from the deck
Winter: Cozy evenings by the wood stove and movie nights from the extensive DVD library after skiing
The cabin stays approximately 10 degrees cooler than the city, offering comfort even in summer. Whether you’re seeking a romantic getaway, honeymoon cabin, fishing retreat, or peaceful mountain escape, Sycamore Shade is designed to help you fully unwind.
Off-the-grid feel with modern comfort.
Now High-speed Wi-Fi
All prices include fees — no surprises
Amenities
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Map of Massies Mill, VA
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
We had an amazing time at this magical place! We loved sitting on the nicely designed deck and listening to the river flow through the rocks. We enjoyed playing basketball and corn hole next to the river as well. The house was lovely and very well stocked with everything we needed, and more. We brought our own travel grill but they had a grill available for others that may not bring their own. The bed was very comfortable and shower had great water pressure. We enjoyed everything about it and hope to return. Cabell was great to communicate with. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home!!! We absolutely loved it!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
House was very nice. The owners were very good at responding. We had a nice, relaxing getaway.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
Wonderful as always
6 / 10Average·Jan 2025
Lovely location and home with comfortable beds. But very dirty on arrival-- muddy paw prints on interior doors maybe from the last guest's dog, pubic hair in showers, refrigerator filthy with enough dried on food spillage that the condiments left by previous guests were stuck in place. Kitchen drawers and cabinets had crumbs and stuck on food. Droppings in kitchen under sink and in corners. At one point, removed sofa cushion looking for misplaced remote and found popcorn, dried out candy, food wrappers and dirt. Judging from other reviews, this wasn't typical, so you may have better luck.
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Top rated by guests
9.8Outstanding
(159 Ratings)
"We had an amazing time at this magical place! We loved sitting on the nicely designed deck and listening to the river flow through the rocks. We enjoyed playing basketball and corn hole next to the r..."
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