Charming Vacation Rental in a Barn on a Horse Farm near Afton Mountain in Virginia

Barn in Afton, VA

3 guests • 1 bedroom • 3 beds • 1.5 bathrooms

4.1
• 1 reviews

Features and services

Beds

  • 1 Queen-size bed

  • single-bed

    1 Twin/Single bed

Most popular features

  • Private Jacuzzi/Hot tub

  • Wi-Fi/Internet

  • Private Kitchen

  • Bathtub

  • Heating

  • Hiking

  • River, stream or creek

  • Swimming

  • Fishing

  • Fridge

  • Forest

  • Wildlife watching

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Parking

  • Electric blankets

  • kayak

    Kayaking/Canoeing

  • Horseback riding

  • Wine tasting

Where you will stay

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Afton, Virginia

Detailed location provided after booking

Scenic views
  • Shenandoah National Park
    3 miles straight-line distance
    5 kilometers straight-line distance

  • Forest

  • River, stream or creek

Nestled in the heart of Afton, Virginia, Galleywinter Farm rests in the peaceful Rockfish Valley, surrounded by the rolling foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. This tranquil 20-acre property offers a rare sense of stillness and natural beauty—where meadows meet forest, and mountain air carries the scent of pine and wildflowers.

Guests are only minutes from some of Virginia’s most breathtaking natural treasures, including Shenandoah National Park, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Skyline Drive, and the Appalachian Trail. The area is rich with opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, stargazing, and photography, with panoramic overlooks and forest trails just beyond the farm.

The farm itself is home to horses, gardens, and wildlife, offering an immersive experience in the rhythm of rural life. Around the property, you’ll find quiet walking paths, the forest-bathing tub, yoga and meditation decks, and cozy spots for reading or reflection beneath the trees.

Beyond the gates, guests can explore the Nelson 151 Trail, where vineyards, breweries, and cideries—like Blue Mountain Brewery, Bold Rock Cidery, and Devils Backbone Basecamp—line the nearby country roads. The charming town of Crozet and the cultural richness of Charlottesville, home to Monticello and the University of Virginia, are within a 30-minute scenic drive.

Whether you’re seeking mountain adventure or quiet restoration, the surroundings of Galleywinter Farm invite you to slow down, savor the landscape, and reconnect with the natural world.
Activities near Afton
  • Swimming

  • Hiking

  • Winter sports

  • Horseback riding

  • Biking

  • kayak

    Kayaking/Canoeing

  • Climbing

  • Fishing

  • Wine tasting

  • Meditation

  • Yoga

  • Wildlife watching

  • Golfing

Guests at Galleywinter Farm can enjoy a peaceful blend of wellness, nature, and creativity surrounded by the rolling foothills of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. This 20-acre horse and wellness sanctuary offers countless ways to reconnect with nature and yourself.

Start your morning with gentle movement in the yoga studio or on the Zen Deck, then wander woodland trails that weave through forest and meadow. Unwind in the cedar sauna or soak beneath the trees in the forest bath, where warm water and fresh mountain air invite deep relaxation. Guests are welcome to explore the meditation deck, observe the horses in the pastures, or browse the Galleywinter Gift Shop, featuring jewelry, journals, and art by local Virginia artisans.

The farm’s proximity to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Skyline Drive, and the Appalachian Trail makes it a perfect base for hiking, photography, and wildlife watching. The nearby Shenandoah National Park and George Washington National Forest offer breathtaking mountain trails and waterfalls just minutes away.

For guests seeking local flavor, the Rockfish Valley and Nelson 151 Trail are home to award-winning breweries, cideries, and vineyards, including Blue Mountain Brewery, Devils Backbone Basecamp, and Bold Rock Cidery. You’ll also find charming farm markets, antique shops, and historical sites such as Monticello and downtown Charlottesville, all within a scenic 30-minute drive.

Whether you come to hike, rest, write, or simply breathe deeply, Galleywinter Farm offers the perfect balance of adventure and tranquility—a place to slow down and rediscover the rhythm of the earth.

Property reviews

4.1 overall rating
Overall experience
4.0
Cleanliness
4.0
Activities
4.0
Nature surroundings
5.0
Uniqueness
4.0
Comfort
4.0

Things to know

Arrival and departure

  • Check-in: 02:00 PM - 09:00 PM

  • Check-out: 12:00 PM

House rules

Cancellation policy

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