Four-bedroom chalet — two full beds, one queen bed, two single beds and an antique trundle bed — with two full bathrooms and a powder room. The dining room table seats ten comfortably. The modern kitchen is fully equipped with cookware, utensils and a dishwasher. All linens and towels are provided and a washer and dryer are on site.

There is a lovely sitting porch with charcoal grill and yard. Floor to ceiling windows drench the home in light. WiFi, satellite TV and wood pellet stove are included.

Hosts: Lisa & Jim Jacenich • 106 Clover Lane - PO Box 327 • Monterey VA 24465 • (540) 414-1812 • Email

Located one block off Main Street, this Bed & Breakfast overlooks the town of Monterey. Open year round, Cherry Hill offers quiet, spacious rooms, private baths and lovely views. Full breakfast included.

Built in 1900 by John A. Whitelaw, this home retains most of its original features and charms.

Hosts: Rich & Linda Holman • PO Box 530 • Monterey VA 24465 • (540) 468-1900 • E-mail & Web site

Chestnut Cottage is located on a 130-acre livestock farm, high in the Appalachian Mountains near Blue Grass, Virginia. The cottage provides guests with a private, peaceful, romantic retreat.

Well appointed, the cottage offers one bedroom (queen bed), full bath, washer/dryer, fully equipped kitchen, and living room with fold-out twin bed.

Hosts: Paul and Deborah Trible • Bluegrass VA 24413 • (540) 474-2321 • E-mail & Web site

Cozy Bear Cabin is nestled in the trees on 140 acres overlooking an old homestead farm with mountain views. Located 10 miles south of McDowell, Cozy Bear Cabin is a place to rest up, enjoy the mountain air, magnificent views and tranquility.

This modern log cabin features hickory hardwood flooring and cabinets, stainless steel appliances, central AC/Heat, and a claw foot soaking tub. Cozy Bear Cabin comfortably sleeps four with two king beds in a sleeping loft, one bathroom, living room with sleeper sofa, fully equipped kitchen, washer/dryer, dishwasher, two screened porches, and all linens provided.

Host: Erica Beers • 154 Windy Lane • Williamsville VA 24487 • (540) 942-0965 • E-mail & Web site

Crafter' Suite is located one block off Main Street above the shop Wool Becomes Ewe. Relax in this spacious 2-bedroom apartment that's within walking distance of shops and restaurants. Tastefully furnished, this apartment has all the comforts of home: living & dining room, fully equipped kitchen, washer & dryer, and satellite TV.

Hosts: Kevin & Theresa Wagner • 50 Fleisher Avenue • Monterey VA 24465 • (540) 468-2007 • E-mail & Web site

Stay at Eagle Annie's Cottage in the heart of the Blue Grass Valley! Located in the tiny, historic village of New Hampden, this 1930s cottage offers one bedroom, living room, dining room, kitchen and bath, with a front porch for "porch-sitting." Fully equipped kitchen. Suitable for 1 or 2 people.

Monthly and long-term rentals available.

Hostess: Patti "Eagle Annie" Reum • Blue Grass VA 24413 • (540) 474-3245 • E-mail & Web site

Fern Cottage is located on Cloud Hill Farm, high above the Jackson River Valley, with spectacular views of the surrounding area. The cottage is situated on 40 acres of meadows and woodlands, 3 miles south of Monterey on Route 220.

Surrounded by natural beauty, peace and privacy, this charming guesthouse is attractively furnished with all amenities.

Host: Amy Middleton • PO Box 220 • Monterey VA 24465 • (540) 468-3113 • E-mail & Web site

Located in southernmost Blue Grass Valley, this 52-acre farm has frontage on the spring-fed East Back Creek. A spring-fed pond offers fishing opportunities for Rainbow Trout. This converted, fully furnished barn sleeps six, with two bedrooms (2 queen beds; 2 single beds), two full bathrooms and fitted kitchen. Amenities include gas BBQ, TV, DVD player and phone. Private decks make for excellent viewing of local bird and wildlife. Freedom Hill Farm is within easy driving distance of the George Washington and Monongahela National Forests, Cass Scenic Railroad State Park, Snowshoe Mountain Ski Resort, and the National Radio Astronomy Observatory.

Host: Tom Duncan • 6590 Mill Gap Road • Monterey VA 24465 • (540) 499-2627 • E-mail & Web site

Ginseng Mountain Lodging is a comfortable two bedroom apartment atop Ginseng Mountain Store, an old time general store that is now a "new time" country store. Ginseng Mountain is located in a pastoral setting at the Forks of Water near the South Branch of the Potomac River.

The lodging has a fully equipped kitchen, dining/living room, bath with Jacuzzi, balcony porch, deck and backyard. Fly fishing packages are available. Nightly, weekly and monthly rentals. Nightly rentals include a continental breakfast. Located on US 220, 6 miles north of Monterey.

Hosts: Debora & Ske Ellington • Blue Grass VA 24413 • (540) 474-5137 or (540) 474-3663. Fax: (540) 474-3600 • E-mail & Web site

Healing Waters Lodge is nestled on the side of Bull Pasture Mountain near the hamlets of Headwaters and McDowell. The Lodge consists of a log house, much of which predates the Civil War, which offers family-style living with four bedrooms, four bathrooms, dining and living areas, which include two separate gathering rooms, both with open fireplaces. Full kitchen access or food service is available if desired. The surrounding almost 200 acres is available for hiking and offers scenic views. Check our website for special programs. Massage therapy and guided hikes can be arranged.

Hosts: Vernon and Anne Sylvest • 714 Healing Waters Drive • Headwaters VA 24442 • (540) 396-3466 • E-mail & Web site

Built in 1904 to lodge tourists escaping the heat of east coast cities, the Inn was known for its first 75 years at the "Hotel Monterey." The Inn is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a Virginia Historic Landmark. Gracing Monterey's Main Street for over one hundred years, the grand 3-story structure features two levels of architecturally significant Eastlake style porches. The hotel has 18 guest rooms and suites, each with a private bath. A deluxe continental breakfast is provided for guests. Dining is available in the Monterey Dining Room and Black Sheep Tavern. Please visit the Inn's Web site to plan a historic trip.

Innkeepers: Gregg & Deborah Morse • Main Street • Monterey VA 24465 • (888) 466-4682 • Web site

Highland Meadow Cabin sits in a sunny meadow with beautiful mountain views and two small creeks. Located just ten miles south of McDowell, the 13-acre property offers a secluded nature lover's paradise with on-site birding, walking and stargazing. The delightfully modern cabin includes a master bedroom with queen bed, a loft bedroom with full bed, one bathroom with laundry, a fully equipped kitchen, living room and two covered porches

Host: Lindsey Holderfield • McDowell VA • (276) 628-6797 • E-mail & Web site

Comfortable, affordable, clean family lodging in a quaintly charming 1950s facility. Offering a lounge, picnic area, cable TV and private bath, this privately owned and operated motel is within walking distance of shops and dining. Located at the southeast corner of intersection US 250 and 220.

Proprietor: Connie Schwartz • PO Box 25 • Monterey VA 24465 • (540) 468-2500 • Web site

Nestled in the woods on the east side of Bullpasture Mountain in Highland County, this contemporary cabin offers a spectacular view of Shenandoah Mountain. Dine al fresco, or simply relax and enjoy the birds, mountain views, stars and an occasional deer from the spacious, wraparound deck. There are 17 wooded acres for nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts to explore. This 3-bedroom cabin is a perfect getaway, with plenty of room for a family or a gathering of friends.

Hosts: Laura & Jorgen Vik • 2410 Brook Road • Charlottesville VA 22901 • (434) 973-0834 • E-mail & Web site

Located on Lantz Mountain with spectacular views of the Blue Grass Valley and surrounding mountains, this Zen guest space engulfs you with a sense of calm.

Relax in a king-size bed and enjoy the peace and tranquility of the meadow and surrounding woods just outside your private entrance. Enjoy breakfast on the deck in warm weather or cozy up to the wood burning fireplace in the great room for winter morning breakfast.

Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway, a weekend of hiking and bird watching, or a tranquil space to renew the spirit, you will find this and more when you visit Pure Space Mountain Retreat.

Host: Sharon Hevener • 6058 Mountain Turnpike • Hightown VA 24465 • (540) 468-3608 • E-mail & Web site

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With a "back yard" stretching nearly a half-mile, circled by a private nature trail and panoramic views of the Blue Grass Valley, this fully modernized nineteenth century farm house is a slice of heaven for birders, astronomers and anyone else seeking a natural retreat. Located on 45 acres, with 4 bedrooms, antique and contemporary furnishings, 1½ baths, potbelly stove, full kitchen and laundry. This is where the eagles soar (literally).

Hostess: Patti "Eagle Annie" Reum • Hightown VA 24465 • (540) 474-3245 • E-mail & Web site

Enjoy the serenity of the mountains in this charming restored farmhouse situated on a 250-acre working farm 11 miles southwest of Monterey. Collect eggs, gather sugar water or marvel in the miracle of new birth. Savor the view as you relax or dine on the sun porch. Amenities include five bedrooms, eat-in kitchen, dining room, living room and washer/dryer.

Hosts: Marty and Rodney Leech • 6467 Mill Gap Road • Monterey VA 24465 • (540) 499-2618 • E-mail & Web site

For a complete list of Chamber of Commerce members' lodging information, please visit the Lodging Page in the Business Directory.