Are you ready to stay at your very own private 5-acre estate in the heart of the Blueridge Mountains? Then look no further, you've found your place! This 4-bedroom private residence can be your home away from home. If you like to be close to town but also enjoy staying at a peaceful place, then secure this estate while it is available. Location, location, location. Appalachian Trail is only 1/2 mile away, its 10 minutes to I-81, Virginia Tech is 49 minutes, and the airport 19 minutes. The space REST OR WORK: This house has 4 comfortable bedrooms for your large family or large group to use during their stay. There is also a dedicated office if you need work remotely while traveling. MANY OPTIONS: The home has two living spaces, with a comfortable Livingroom and a spacious great room. There are two floors and a basement. The lower floor has 10 foot ceilings and the great room has a 20 foot vaulted ceiling. TECH STUFF: The Livingroom boast at 85' TV with all the standard steaming services available. There are two WIFI networks available. The primary has an upload and download speed of up to 1G (fiber) and there is a cellular system as a backup. So, your group can work and game with no lag or delays. BRIGHT ATMOSPHERE: The oversized windows on the main floor creates a very well lite home and showcases the beautiful and private front and backyards. HAVE FUN: Enjoy time with family and friends playing corn hole in the large front yard or dart and ping pong in the finished basement. A Nintendo Wii is also available for those who enjoy virtual golf, bowling, etc. OVERSIZED DECK: If you are just looking to unwind and relax, the extra large two tiered back deck is the perfect place to have your favorite drink or to grill a nice steak and kick back and visit. LARGE KITCHEN: The gourmet kitchen has a large center island and a custom Italian gas range/oven. A KitchenAid mixer, drip coffee maker, Nespresso machine, blender and toaster oven are all ready to help you make your favorite dish or drink. It is well stocked with everything you might need to cook up your masterpiece or to support your preparing a quick and convenient snack. THE CHORES: There is a dedicated laundry room in the north wing of the home that has plenty of space to make that task easy to tackle. PLENTY OF PARKING: The driveway is large enough to host a lot of vehicles and includes a basketball goal for those who like to shoot a few hoops. TOP DECK: Don't miss the top deck that lies just outside the master bedroom and has a great view of the back yard and surrounding forest. Keep an eye out for the local deer and turkeys who live in the area and like to make regular appearances. EXPLORE THE AREA: The home is comfortable and the location peaceful, which might tempt you to stay onsite for your whole trip, but be sure to get out and see the Blueridge Mountains that surround you and go for a hike on the nearby Appalachian Trail. You could take a short drive to Roanoke to shop or a longer drive to Smith Mountain Lake for some time on the water. Also nearby, enjoy kayaking or tubing down the James River. Downtown Roanoke's Center in the Square is always a busy and fun place. NEARBY SPORTS: Depending on the season, you could also catch a VT game or other VT activity. The campus is only 1 hour away from the home. DISCOUNT: Please ask about our veteran's Discount if you have served our country as we want to give back to you for all you have done. Guest access Keeping it simple: If an area is locked, it is restricted for owner use only. If it is not locked, it is yours to use and access as you wish. Other things to note There is a large fire pit in the front yard, however its use is restricted per safety and home owner's insurance purposes. However, there is a gas fire pit on the back deck that is both safe and convenient.