Peaks of Otter Lodge
Peaks of Otter Lodge is next to the Blue Ridge Parkway and overlooks Abbott Lake, so it's perfectly located for boating, swimming and hiking. The hotel has 48 double rooms, 12 king-sized rooms and three disabled-accessible rooms. Each room boasts an en-suite bathroom, TV and a view overlooking the lake and the mountain beyond. The large on-site restaurant, Lake View Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and specializes in home-cooked American cuisine. Peaks of Otter Lodge offers a relaxing environment, perfect after an afternoon boating on the lake. Pets are not allowed.
Peaks of Otter Lodge
85554 Blue Ridge Parkway
Bedford, VA 24523
(540) 586-1081
peaksofotter.com
Days Inn, Bedford
Days Inn hotel has views of the Otter Mountains, and is located on the outskirts of Bedford, only a few minutes drive from Smith Mountain Lake. The hotel's guest rooms have double-, queen- or king-sized beds. All rooms offer an en-suite bathroom, TV with cable, hairdryer, microwave, refrigerator, free in-room wireless Internet and a coffee maker. Room rates include a buffet continental breakfast and a complimentary newspaper. Pets are allowed. Most rooms are non-smoking.
Days Inn
921 Blue Ridge Ave.
US 460 & Blue Ridge Ave.
Bedford, VA 24523
(540) 586-8286
daysinn.com
Reba Farm Inn
Located on 65 acres of farmland on the outskirts of Bedford, Reba Farm Inn offers six guest rooms and a small guest cottage. Each room boasts traditional American country decor and a private bath, and includes a three-course home-cooked breakfast. Reba Farm Inn has an outdoor pool, a jacuzzi, a games room (including pool table, air-hockey table and a children's corner) and an outdoor games area. The hotel runs horseback trail rides and is close to Smith Mountain Lake for boating. If you're going to be out at lunchtime, don't forget to ask for a packed lunch for an extra charge. Dogs are allowed for a small daily charge.
Reba Farm Inn
1099 Reba Farm Lane
Bedford, VA 24523
(540) 586-1906
rebafarminn.com
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