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Best Cabin Camping near Montvale, VA

229 Reviews

Cabins at Smith Mountain Lake State Park feature full kitchens, bathrooms, and climate control systems for year-round comfort. The park's cabins include beds with mattresses, dining tables, and living room furniture, providing a comfortable base for exploring the lake and surrounding trails. Natural Bridge-Lexington KOA offers cabin rentals with electricity and varying levels of amenities, from basic sleeping quarters to fully furnished units with private bathrooms. "Our cabin was charming and immaculate! The very large bathroom had amazing white towels all folded and hung over towel bars like a nice hotel. The kitchen was very well equipped."

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Thunder Bridge Campground provides screen cabins, log cabins, and fully furnished rental cabins in a wooded setting near Natural Bridge State Park. Peaks of Otter Campground along the Blue Ridge Parkway offers more primitive cabin accommodations without electric hookups, suitable for campers seeking a more authentic forest experience. Most cabins require advance reservations, especially during summer months from May through October. Pet policies vary by location, with Smith Mountain Lake State Park and Middle Creek Campground offering pet-friendly cabin options. A camper noted, "We stayed in a one bed efficiency CCC Cabin at Fairy Stone State Park for a short weekend away from the kids. We loved having the fireplace!"

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen supplies vary significantly between locations—Jellystone Park at Natural Bridge provides more fully equipped kitchens, while rustic cabins at Thunder Bridge may only offer basic cooking facilities. On-site camp stores at Middle Creek Campground and Natural Bridge KOA stock essential groceries, firewood, and camping supplies. Firewood is commonly available for purchase at campgrounds, with some locations like Peaks of Otter offering free collection from downed trees in designated areas. Refrigerators are standard in most furnished cabins, though smaller units may only provide coolers or mini-fridges.

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Best Cabin Sites Near Montvale, Virginia (24)

    1. Peaks Of Otter Campground — Blue Ridge Parkway

    23 Reviews
    Thaxton, VA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 586-7321

    $30 / night

    "It was a pull-through site with an additional area containing a picnic table and fire ring, accessible via a small set of steps up the hill."

    "Each site has picnic tables, lantern poles, tent pads, food storage lockers, and campfire rings. 63 of their sites are available for advanced reservation and then 79 first come-first serve basis."

    2. Middle Creek Campground

    8 Reviews
    Buchanan, VA
    11 miles
    Website

    $20 - $85 / night

    "They mostly lazed around all weekend and watched people coming and going. The RV sites are directly across from the camp store, but the tent sites were tucked back into the woods."

    "It was early season, mid- may, so there were few other campers around. We took a site up their gravel road away from the main campground area."

    3. Natural Bridge-Lexington KOA

    31 Reviews
    Natural Bridge, VA
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 291-2770

    $35 / night

    "There is a fenced dog park. The playground is a bit dated. However they make up for that with the bathroom and laundry facilities, which were absolutely AMAZING."

    "We had a gravel pull through spot with a picnic table on a wooden deck, fire pit, and full hook up. There is a pool and a playground, however they were both closed due to Covid."

    4. Smith Mountain Lake State Park Campground

    25 Reviews
    Penhook, VA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 297-6066

    $20 - $40 / night

    "The lake is huge and allows for boating and fishing. There's a beach that you can swim from. They have several cabins that are well maintained and clean. We stayed in a cabin."

    "The campsites are roomy, although some are definitely more private than others. The tent (non-electric, non-hookups) sites are at the back in their own section."

    5. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Natural Bridge

    16 Reviews
    Natural Bridge Station, VA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 291-2727

    $39 - $241 / night

    "We had a campsite with electric and water close to the bathhouse which is great because we have a popup camper with no bathroom and six kids."

    "They have play grounds, mini golf, a game room, air pillow, a pool with a kids area and water slides."

    6. Explore Park

    1 Review
    Hardy, VA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 427-1800

    $25 - $150 / night

    7. Lynchburg / Blue Ridge Parkway KOA

    14 Reviews
    Big Island, VA
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (434) 299-5228

    "While not necessarily secluded, they felt more private. The bath house was central to the sites and were unisex individual bathrooms. Not modern but clean."

    "There was plenty for kids to do playground, pool, jump pillow, fishing pond and hiking trails. The tent site was amazing right by the pond. The fire pit has a grate for cooking."

    8. Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing

    5 Reviews
    Oriskany, VA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 864-6792

    $25 - $75 / night

    "We were not sure about taking such a detour from our path to Asheville, but are so glad we did! We booked a spot “in the meadow” but when we arrived, they had rooms in the lodge for just $20 more."

    "You can buy ice and firewood at the store for 5 bucks. There’s a restaurant that’s open on the weekends if your campfire meal plan doesn’t work out."

    9. Natural Bridge KOA

    8 Reviews
    Natural Bridge, VA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 562-8514

    "Normally we camp with our tent, but we decided to make the trip to check out Natural Bridge State Park at the end of December."

    "Big patios, bbq grill, tables, fire pit. It was a quiet, well laid out and easy to manage in our 36 ft trailer. Wished I was staying much longer at this campground."

    10. Thunder Bridge

    1 Review
    Natural Bridge Station, VA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 460-1542

    $35 - $95 / night

    "Thunder BRidge is a unique property tucked away in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Near Natural Bridge State Park in Virginia, the campground was once a CCC camp."

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  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 17, 2024

    Thunder Bridge

    Idyllic forest campground

    Thunder BRidge is a unique property tucked away in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Near Natural Bridge State Park in Virginia, the campground was once a CCC camp. Now it is home to many quiet tent sites, screen cabins, log cabins, and even some fully furnished rental cabins.

    The campground is about 60% wooded, the rest is open ground with buildings from the camp's earlier days. The open area includes  several artists' studios.  At one edge is a forest creek, great for wading. 

    The campground is mostly tenting sites and rustic cabins, but there are RV sites in the open area.

    This is not a "resort" but you won't find a more beautiful, quiet campground!

  • Sheila M.
    Sep. 3, 2018

    Greenbrier State Forest

    Wonderfu Campground,Cabins & Cabin Area

    My family stayed in a cabin last week in this state forest and checked out the campground. Our cabin was charming and immaculate! The very large bathroom had amazing white towels all folded and hung over towel bars like a nice hotel. The kitchen was very well equipped. Each bed had sheets, a very soft wool blanket, and a quilt and nice pillows. The cabin had a fireplace for heat (free firewood) and two AC units (bedroom/living room) and a ceiling fan in the LR. The cabin area is so beautiful! While there are 14 cabins, they are spread out enough that you don’t feel like they’re too close. Most are under trees. Each cabin has a grill and a fire pit, and there at least three larger ‘community’ fire pits trough the cabin area. Our cabin and others are pet friendly!!! The only issue with the cabin was the beds. They were both very uncomfortable. One was a new fold out couch.

    The campground was very wooded and seemed at first to be more like most rustic campgrounds in appearance, but it does, in fact, have electric at some sites. There are pull through sites, camper/tent sites and tent only sites. It’s beautiful, and I hope to camp there this fall!

    There are many hiking trails throughout the park and a nice pool. The cabin and camping areas are pretty far from the pool area. Guests in either area would more than likely drive to the pool.

    This state forest is within five minutes or so from a four lane highway (64) and several restaurants (Subway, Wendy’s, McDonald’s and a privately owned one) and gas stations. A Food Lion grocery store is about 15 minutes away in White Sulfur Springs, and there’s a hospital about 15 min away in Lewisburg, recently voted the Coolest Small Town in America! While this forest is very close to convenient amenities, we still felt away from the hustle and bustle of life.

  • Bridget H.
    Oct. 28, 2020

    Fairy Stone State Park Campground

    Great Adventure in SW Virginia

    This weekend was a great adventure in SW Virginia. We stayed in a Yurt. It has no electricity or water but the bath house was close. The yurt has a double bed, a twin trundle, a couch and some chairs, and a table and chairs. It also has a large wrap around deck with rocking chairs. A picnic table, lamp post, and fire ring are also provided at the site. We hunted and found fairy stones which made the trip that much more fun. It was just after covid 19 started and lessening restrictions began so the beach was closed and there were few people at the campground but we had a great time riding bikes and hiking. We even went to the Creeper Trail and rode our bikes from White Top to Damascus.

  • Katie M.
    Dec. 9, 2019

    Fairy Stone State Park Campground

    CCC Cabin - Couple's Weekend Away!

    MY husband and I stayed two nights in a 1 bed efficiency CCC Cabin at Fairy Stone State Park for a short weekend away from the kids. We visited in December so it was pretty cold weather but the cabin was so cozy and comfortable! We loved having the fireplace! The cabins have a bathroom, shower, kitchen with sink, fridge, oven/stove, microwave, toaster, everything you need! They have heating and a/c as well. The cabin was built in the 1930s and is so charming! Loved everytihg about our experience here.

    There is no cell service or internet/wifi at the cabins though so come prepared with something to do! We found it to be very relaxing to unplug!

  • Katie M.
    Sep. 12, 2019

    Fairy Stone State Park Campground

    Ranger Review: Banner & Oak Hat at Fairy Stone State Park

    Campground Review:

    We stayed in Yurt#4 for 2 nights at Fairy Stone State Park, about a 4 hour drive from where we live. The Yurt overall was very clean and cozy. The outside of the Yurt looks like it needed a powerwashing, but that didn’t really affect us at all, just kind of unsightly. They have a nice large deck that is great for hanging out on while the kids were asleep. The inside of the Yurt has a full size bed with a twin sized trundle bed that rolls under the full. It also had some rocking chairs inside, a small table and chairs, and a couch. We ended up eating and hanging out inside the Yurt or on the deck most of the time. 

    There are 4 Yurts to choose from. Two of them (Yurts#1 & 2) do not have a parking spot right in front of them, they are a short walk from a parking area, so I made sure to get one that did since we would be arriving after dark. The Yurt we stayed in was a little weird because the Fire Pit and Picnic table is behind and almost under the yurt, down a decently step slope and the yurt sits on stilts on the back side. The Yurt next to us#3 had the fire pit and table right up front next to the parking spot which would be better I think. I would try to get Yurt#3 next time! Overall Yurt camping is so fun! We have done it once before, and it is such a great mix between cabin and tent camping. You get the protection from the elements, a real bed to sleep in, and it’s quick to pack-up- but still a bit rustic since there’s no ac or electricity. 

    There are hiking trails right across the street from the Yurt, which was awesome! The bathrooms and showers were fine and in close walking distance. They could probably use some updating but didn’t have any major issues with them. Overall the campground is pretty big and a bit of a maze getting around, we needed to use the park map a lot! Probably due to the park being so old there are a lot of old buildings not in use that are pretty cool. 

    The park is big and there is lots to do! There is a beautiful lake for swimming Tons of hiking trails. They had a great playground for the kids nearby. They had a concert going on somewhere at the park so we had some beautiful orchestral music playing as we were winding down for bed one night. We saw lots of deer roaming around. Note that there is not great cell service in this area. 

    The place to find the Fairy Stones are outside of the park, down the street a little bit beside a gas station. It was tricky knowing exactly what to look for, but once we found a few Fairy Stones, they were everywhere! So fun searching for them with the kids! 

    It was such a fun trip, very peaceful, beautiful scenery everywhere!

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    Product Review:

    As a Ranger for The Dyrt, I get products to test from time to time - we tested out the Banner& Oak Men’s Nebo Hat– Olive  

    The quality of this hat is great. Nice and thick but breathable fabric, durable construction. We’ve put this hat through the ringer so far with sweaty hikes, long beach and lake days, and everyday wear and tear and it has performed spectacularly. The adjustable snapback makes fitting easy. Has a nice shape, looks great! Love this hat’s patch with well-designed graphics and the neutral olive color– goes with everything. Will definitely purchase again! Also appreciate the fact that the hats are made in the USA! It is my husband’s new go-to daily hat and I think it will last for a long time.

  • John R.
    Aug. 20, 2022

    Douthat State Park Campground

    Amazing Park With Everything You Need!

    This park is in one of my favorite parts of VA. Very beautiful area with plenty of off grid seclusion! It’s a nice scenic drive getting to the park on a quiet and well maintained back road.

    The rangers at the park are very knowledgeable and kind and have no problem answering questions. There are many camping areas in the park, Some near creeks and on the lake as well. There are also cabins here! Plenty of picnic areas and great fishing as well!

    It’s $8 a day for a fishing pass and you can rent John boats or kayaks here as well, In season the lake and creek are stocked with plenty of Rainbow trout. You can keep them for dinner if you like! Just follow all DNR laws on size and amount!

    Some spots include clean bathrooms, hot showers, soda machines, fish fillet tables, Picnic tables, fire pits and so on.

    I highly recommend this park for your next getaway or along your way!

  • M
    Aug. 23, 2020

    Montebello Resort

    I had a nice time

    Montebello is a lovely campground. There are tent, RV sites and cabins with campground bathroom. There are showers, slop sink and laundry. The pond at front has stocked trout and a small lake in the back has bass and crappie. Suitable for paddle boats or kayak. There was also a playground for children. You check in at the cute store across the street.

    I stayed in the tent area. The site has a fine gravel pad, picnic table and fire ring. I was in site 2 near the lake. A crowd with chairs sat above my site on the hill that were rather noisy. But biggest drawback was distance to bathroom which I had to drive to.

    Lots of good trails nearby and a small one around the lake. I plan to return in the fall.

  • Teresa K.
    Jul. 7, 2018

    Smith Mountain Lake State Park Campground

    Little Piece of Heaven

    We went off season in March of 2018. It was the perfect time to go as it was still "wintery", but had days of mild weather to allow for hiking. The lake is huge and allows for boating and fishing. There's a beach that you can swim from. They have several cabins that are well maintained and clean. We stayed in a cabin. But, we also checked out the tent camping pads. I would not recommend for camping with a tent as the sites are stacked on top of each other offering little to no privacy. The RV/camper sites might be better. I can't say for sure as I don't rv camp. The cabins were phenomenal. They offer a clean and basic setup with a wood stove. The exterior has a porch/deck, grill, firepit, and picnic table. Some of the cabins backup to the lake. The cabins are spread so that their is ample space between them offering privacy. Beautifully maintained, the park was pristine. The visitor center is large and offers education, camp store, literature. I am going back!

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 30, 2023

    Douthat State Park Campground

    Nicely wooded sites

    General: There are four campgrounds in Douthat State Park - White Oak, Whispering Pines, Lakeside, and Beaver Dam (equestrian), each in a separate location. This review is for White Oak. White Oak has 31 sites and It was full when we were there on a Tuesday in mid-October. 

    Site Quality: All sites (except 17 and possibly 18) appeared level and were very generous in size with long driveways. Many trees separate the sites. A picnic table, lantern hook, and fire ring complete the site. Sites 22-29 are tucked further away from the others and the bathhouse. 

    Bathhouse: Clean and modern. Showers were available but I did not use them so I cannot comment on how well they worked. 

    Activities/Amenities: A dishwashing sink, fish cleaning area, and many hiking trails throughout the park, including one (to Blue Suck Falls) that has access directly from the campground. We hiked this but the waterfall was just a trickle when we were there! 

    We met friends here, so it was nice to have adjoining sites. Bear warnings were posted throughout the campground, but we didn’t see any!

Guide to Montvale

Discover the charm of cabin camping near Montvale, Virginia, where you can immerse yourself in nature while enjoying cozy accommodations.

Cabin campers like these nearby activities

  • Enjoy hiking and breathtaking views at the nearby Peaks Of Otter Campground, which offers access to scenic trails right at the foot of Sharp Top Mountain.
  • Experience the fun of fishing and swimming at Smith Mountain Lake State Park Campground, where you can relax by the water and enjoy various water activities.
  • Explore the beautiful landscapes and local wildlife at Natural Bridge-Lexington KOA, just a short drive away from Montvale, perfect for family outings.

Relaxation and recreation at local parks

  • Unwind in the serene environment of Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing, where you can enjoy live music and delicious food on weekends while surrounded by nature.
  • Take part in family-friendly activities at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Natural Bridge, featuring a variety of events and amenities designed for kids and adults alike.
  • Experience the tranquility of Middle Creek Campground, where you can set up your cabin near a peaceful brook, ideal for a quiet getaway.

Cabins are available at Natural Bridge KOA

  • Stay in comfort at the well-reviewed Natural Bridge KOA, which offers a range of cabin options along with amenities like electric hookups and picnic tables.
  • Choose a cabin at Peaks Of Otter Campground, where you can enjoy the rustic charm and proximity to hiking trails and stunning mountain views.
  • Experience the unique setting of Thunder Bridge, where you can find cozy cabins nestled in the woods, perfect for a peaceful retreat in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

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