RESERVATIONS:

July Special:

Pick three consecutive days from Sunday through Thursday in July and receive a 20% discount on accommodations.

LOCATION:

Coordinates:N37 23.4 W079 41.0    For Helicopters or Hot Air Balloons: 1850 Feet, 890 feet above Route 460.

Located in Bedford County Virginia, between Bedford and Roanoke, off 4-lane highway 460 (221) and is about 45 minutes from Smith Mountain Lake or Lynchburg

RESTRICTIONS:

 Smoking only outside.        

No pets or children.    

Must be at least 21 years old to rent  (ID will be checked.)

CHECK-IN TIME:

4 p.m. or later    Why? We cannot accommodate any check-ins before 4 p.m. because  it takes us 2 to 3 hours to clean the houses and get them ready for our next guests.

CHECK-OUT TIME:

1 p.m. at the latest  Why? So we can clean and get it ready for the next reservation.

RATES:

10% local & state taxes will be added to the lodging rates quoted

DIRECTIONS:

GPS Coordinates: Latitude:

37.394764 Longitude:

--79.680303

Soliloquy's Way Cottage:  For One  or Two People only: No children or pets.
Gas grill & your own HOT TUB!   A very dramatic, elegant 2-story cottage that features a KING bedroom loft with French cast iron electric fireplace. DEN has a double-lounger couch with ottoman, gooseneck lamp for reading, library, stereo system with CD & radio and a small desk/make-up area and chair, mirrored bath with washer/dryer, all linens, robes & towels (even perfumes & lotions)  All paper products. Kitchen is fully equipped (including microwave, blender, waffle iron, toaster, crock pot, coffee pot with coffee, tea and condiments). Living room and dining areas are visible from the loft and has TV (no cable), VCR, DVD players & movie library. The cottage has central heat & air. A large deck overlooks Goosecreek valley (partial view in summer) and includes wrought iron/glass dining set, cushioned chairs, cushion slider love seat.   Cereal, Milk, juice, coffee, teas included.   Check-in  at 4 PM or after  and Check out at 1 PM

The Tiara House:    For One  or Two People only:  No children or pets. This is the crowning gem of Serenity's Edge! A cheerful home that emphasizes plush elegant furniture and oriental detailing. The Oriental bedroom features a KING bed with a sky-lit 2-person soaking tub and separate shower. The sky-lit kitchen is fully equipped with microwave, coffeepot, blender, crock pot, crushed ice maker, toaster, dishwasher, an open breakfast counter top bar, and adjacent washer/dryer area. There is a cheerful sunroom with leather furniture. The living room includes a striking stone gas-log fireplace with a component stereo CD, radio, cassette, VCR, DVD player and color TV. You have a formal dining room. There is a second full bath off the dining/living room area. You have your own private deck with a beautiful view  (partial view in summer), gas grill, cushioned wrought iron furniture including an umbrella at the dining table and rocker loveseat., PLUS YOUR OWN HOT TUB! All linens, towels and comfy terry bathrobes are included. The heat pump provides year-round climate control. This home is wheelchair accessible.   Cereal, Milk,  juice, coffee, & teas included.        

Check-in  at 4 PM or after  and Check out  at 1 PM. 

$225. per night + 10% tax*   Two Nights or more  nights

$249. +10% tax*    One Night stay on Friday OR Saturday 

WEEKLY RATE: 7 NIGHTS: $1,260. + 10% tax ($180. per night for 1-2 people)
MONTHLY RATE: 30-31 DAYS: $2700. ($90. per night for 1-2 people)
Business Corporate Rate for 5 nights Sunday thru Thursday nights: Please call Toll-Free: (888) 920-4224 for rate information.

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GPS Coordinates for Serenity's Edge:

Latitude:  37.394764     Longitude: -79.680303

FOR MAPS: 

 Click on the link below for a map and driving directions to Serenity's Edge.

http://www.communitywalk.com/location_info/39668/322253

VDOT offers a Free Virginia State map, as well as the  Virginia Byways map and a Bicycling in Virginia map at:  http://www.virginiadot.org/travel/maporder.asp

 www.googlemaps.com  or  www.mapquest.com  or  www.randmcnally.com are other sites for  general driving directions.

IMPORTANT!!!!! Enter entire address of Serenity's Edge. (4404 Murray Hollow Rd, Thaxton, VA 24174) 

*IF your map program sends you from I 81  to the Buchanon exit, we suggest you NOT take this route because this is a very steep mountain drive.  It is easier driving to take  Exit 150 off I 81.

Please consider using these  directions (below) to insure your arrival on the mountain.

From the Blue Ridge Parkway: At Mile Marker #106, take the Bedford/ 460 exit. Continue on 460 East. Pass the town of Montvale (lots of gas tanks). Continue on 460 East for about two miles. Turn left onto #689 (Irving Road). Take next left onto Murray Hollow Road.(#717) At the beginning of Murray Hollow Road, go 3 1/2 miles up the mountain - you will climb almost 1000 feet (The first mile is paved, then it changes to a state-maintained gravel road) until you see three white mailboxes & Serenity's Edge sign. Go through the blue gate. PLEASE check in at the house with the steps, marked "Sunshine".

 From I-81: Take exit 150A and take 220 Alternate, go about 5 miles. When road ends, turn left onto 460 East heading towards Lynchburg (also called Route 22I). Go about 12 miles. Pass the town of Montvale (lots of gas tanks). Continue on 460 East for about two miles. Turn left on #689 (Irving Road). Take next left on Murray Hollow Road.(#717) At the beginning of Murray Hollow Road, go 3 1/2 miles up the mountain - you will climb almost 1000 feet (The first mile is paved, then it changes to a state-maintained gravel road) until you see three white mailboxes & Serenity's Edge sign. Go through the blue gate. PLEASE check in at the house with the steps, marked "Sunshine".

From Roanoke: Take Route 460 East (221) for about 16 miles. Pass the town of Montvale (lots of gas tanks). Continue on 460 East for about two miles. Turn left onto #689 (Irving Road). Take next left onto Murray Hollow Road.(#717)  At the beginning of Murray Hollow Road, go 3 1/2 miles up the mountain - you will climb almost 1000 feet (The first mile is paved, then it changes to a state-maintained gravel road) until you see three white mailboxes & Serenity's Edge sign. Go through the blue gate.   PLEASE check in at the house with the steps, marked "Sunshine".

From Bedford: Take Route 460 West for about 8  miles. Roughly 1/2 mile before your turn-off you will see a long white fence and Spark's Mobile Home Moving.  Take a right on Nester Road (#690). Immediately you will go over a railroad track. Turn left on Irving Road (#689) Go about 1/2 mile. Take next right on Murray Hollow Road (#717)  At the beginning of Murray Hollow Road, go 3 1/2 miles up the mountain - you will climb almost 1000 feet (The first mile is paved, then it changes to a state-maintained gravel road) until you see three white mailboxes & Serenity's Edge sign. Go through the blue gate.   PLEASE check in at the house with the steps, marked "Sunshine".

PAYMENT POLICY FOR COTTAGE RENTALS:

Check, Visa, MasterCard, Cash
If reserving for a one night stay, the total dollar amount is due at the time you reserve your date via a Visa or MC card.  For two or more nights half of total dollar amount is due via a Visa or MC card.  The final balance is due 14 DAYS IN ADVANCE and will be charged to your card.
Payments are returned with more than 14 days notice of cancellation. If the cottage can be re-booked, the money paid is returned with 13 or less days notice.  If the cottage cannot be re-booked, the monies are  forfeited.

On-line Reservation  

AMENITIES INCLUDED FOR GUESTS TO ENJOY:

51 acres of secluded land on Taylor's mountain with open and wooded areas
Solarium is generally reserved for the use of our elopement wedding guests.  It has a  stereo (CD and cassette),  comfortable sitting area, stone fireplace,  and many tropical plants (Especially popular for Spring,  Fall and Winter weddings with the gas logs blazing!)
Gazebo with a pretty wicker sitting area (A favorite area for outdoor weddings!)
Round Garden roses, border flowers, daisies, blue spruce trees, boxwood shrubs and slate sitting area
Decks over 1,500 square feet of decks and walkways
Five Walking paths one and a half miles through the scenic  mountain side
Lending Library of Books, movies, table games are at each cottage.  Croquet  is also available upon request.

OTHER:

PACKAGES:

• Airport pickup available

• Long-term stays

• Photographers (informal photos and professional packages)·

• GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE

•  5% Virginia sales tax will be added to all services;  10% tax to all stays

Click on:  Solo & Couples Packages     Elopement Wedding Packages 

Serenity's Edge offers a variety of package specials for romantic cottage getaways as well as elopement weddings for the day or all exclusive wedding/honeymoon.