The Blue Heron Getaway is located on the shores of Claytor Lake in the beautiful mountains of southwest Virginia. The lake is popular for many water sports including boating, jet skiing, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding and fishing. The natural beauty of the area offers nearby opportunities for bird watching, hiking and biking on the New River Trail. The apartment is just steps from the waters edge. Enjoy water sports and relax in the evenings with a camp fire. Dine on the patio or deck. Sun on one of our three decks or relax in the porch swing by the water.
We are located 30 minutes from Radford University, 45 minutes from Virginia Tech, 30 minutes from Claytor Lake State Park and 10 minutes from Boy Scout Camp Powhatan.
Guests will have use of the outdoor grill, picnic table and porch chairs. Guests have a separate entrance and will use self checkin using a door keypad. The hosts are senior citizens who live on site with two small dogs. Amenities: The unit sleeps 4 privately. 770 sq ft.
BR: King size bed, , luggage rack, full mirror, Ceiling fan and closet with hangers.
LR: electric fireplace/heater, 45" television with Direct TV, blu ray DVD player, rocker, recliner and queen sleeper sofa.
Kitchen: fully stocked. dishwasher, stove/range/oven, full refrigerator with ice maker, microwave. Seating for four. Service for eight. Both a drip and Keurig coffee pot are offered for guest use.
Bathroom: shower/tub combination, hairdryer. Comfort height toilet. All linens provided except beach towels. Starter soap and paper products provided.
On site amenities: Air conditioning, outdoor dining areas, grill, covered porch, patio, boat ramp, sunning decks, fishing deck and patio.
The owners live on site and are usually available to assist with any needs. Your privacy will be respected. Visitors have access to the front yard. Entrance to the backyard is by invitation only as the owners have two dogs. If a pet owner would like access to the large backyard for a pet to exercise, it can be arranged.
Internet is provided. Due to our rural location service may be slow.
NO SMOKING or vaping in the unit or on the porch permitted. Smoking and vaping in designated areas only.
PETS are ALLOWED. Dogs 25 pounds or less are permitted.
CLEANING FEE- A $75 cleaning fee is added to all reservations.
Getting there:
If a GPS is used, enter the address 2941 Blackberry Lane, Hiwassee, VA 24347. The GPS may give directions using secondary roads. We suggest traveling on I 81.
If traveling south on I 81 , take exit 94
Turn left onto Route 99
Turn left onto Route 100
Turn right on Lowman Ferry Road (should be the first right past the railroad trestle)
Lowman's Ferry dead ends into Julia Simpkins (this will be after crossing the lake)
Turn right onto Julia Simpkins, travel approximately 3 miles
Turn right onto Old Hurst Road.
When Old Hurst Road ends, turn left onto Blackberry Lane.
The Blue Heron Lodge is a blue two story on the left along the lake front.
If traveling I 81 N, take exit 94A, turn left onto Route 100 and proceed as listed above.
A car is necessary to enjoy the area attractions. For quick travel use I 81. For winter travel a 4 wheel drive may be necessary to access the property in case of increment weather.
The nearest town is Pulaski. Groceries can be purchased at the local Food Lion. There are also fast food restaurants ( Wendy's, McDonalds and Subway) Also a Mexican restaurant Compadres and Al’s On 1st
Shop Eez on Lowman's Ferry Road just before crossing the bridge has a limited selection of groceries, fishing supplies and gas available.
Other nearby towns: Dublin
Radford
Christiansburg
Blacksburg
Wytheville
Hillsville
Galax
Nearest airport: Roanoke/Blacksburg Regional
Nearest train station: Lynchburg
Nearest beach: Claytor Lake State Park