Visitors at Sunrise Cabin enjoy outstanding views from the front porch. Sunrise cabin provides visitors with unique opportunity to enjoy the natural features of the George Washington & Jefferson National Forests while still having many of the conveniences of home.We apologize for any inconvenience, the fireplace cannot be used at this time. There is not an alternative heat source for the cabin. The cabin was constructed in 1980 and offers many modern amenities such as electricity, kitchen appliances and showers. The property was acquired in an effort to help preserve the land around the beloved Virginia Highlands Horse Trail in southwest Virginia.
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Horseback Riding
Year-round
Year-round
Hiking
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Horseback Riding
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Sunrise Cabin offers great value in a beautiful, secluded location, ideal for those seeking a no-frills experience. Guests appreciate its spaciousness and charm, feeling at home during their stays. While there are some maintenance issues and limited cell service, most visitors enjoy their time and express a desire to return.
We hadn't been to this cabin in 13 years...it has been kept in the same condition and we were pleased to have this experience. I would suggest that the tree in front of the porch be cut down as it blocks the beautiful view of the mountains and does not serve an aesthetic purpose...our opinion...as the only major change over the last 13 years. We enjoy the rustic living conditions with no TV or Wi-fi and limited cell phone service, but that is acceptable when needed. Mattresses are much better than when we last stayed there. Thank you for maintaining the cabin!
What a wonderful place, we rode the new river trail, went to Bristol to the country music museum and hiked in the woods. Evenings by the fireplace, afternoons on the back porch, it was lovely. Thanks!
What a wonderful place, we rode the new river trail, went to Bristol to the country music museum and hiked in the woods. Evenings by the fireplace, afternoons on the back porch, it was lovely. Thanks!
The cabin is a fair value for the price.It has a wonderful view that could be greatly improved with the removal of the tree in front of the porch. Also a nice fireplace, close to many attractions, and has abundant wildlife. We enjoyed Grayson Highlands State Park and the wild horses along with the New River bike trail. It's rustic and not for everyone but we enjoyed it.
The cabin is a fair value for the price.It has a wonderful view that could be greatly improved with the removal of the tree in front of the porch. Also a nice fireplace, close to many attractions, and has abundant wildlife. We enjoyed Grayson Highlands State Park and the wild horses along with the New River bike trail. It's rustic and not for everyone but we enjoyed it.
Sunrise Cabin was is a amazing place to stay. Beautiful place. We wished we could have stayed longer to do more activities around the cabin. We definitely will be back .
Sunrise Cabin was is a amazing place to stay. Beautiful place. We wished we could have stayed longer to do more activities around the cabin. We definitely will be back .
From I-81, take exit 80 (Fort Chiswell) and go south on US 52 for about 1 mi. Turn right and drive south on VA 94 for about 12 mi to the intersection of the Virginia Highlands Horse Trail. Turn right onto a gravel road marked with orange diamonds...
From I-81, take exit 80 (Fort Chiswell) and go south on US 52 for about 1 mi. Turn right and drive south on VA 94 for about 12 mi to the intersection of the Virginia Highlands Horse Trail. Turn right onto a gravel road marked with orange diamonds (this is also the Virginia Highlands Horse Trail). This road is called Cha Cha Ridge Road. About 0.3 mi down Cha Cha Ridge Road, bear right onto the Virginia Highlands Horse Trail. A short distance later, turn left at the Sunrise Cabin sign.
The campground is accessible via I-81, taking exit 80 to US 52, and then VA 94.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
4PM
Check out time
11AM
General
The fireplace is not operable. The wood stove in the basement is inoperable.
Cell phone coverage is limited.
No smoking allowed.
Please bring food, flashlight, pillows, bedding, bath towels, firewood for outside firepit, charcoal and first aid kit
Limit 8 people and 8 vehicles
Please bring garbage bags; this is a 'pack it in-pack it out' facility
No pets or horses allowed
Facility does not meet accessibility standards
When leaving, ensure all doors and windows are locked, and all lights and appliances are turned off
Be prepared for emergencies. Note where the closest hospital is located and bring basic first aid supplies.
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This cabin is not professionally cleaned between each renter. Renters are asked to bring basic cleaning and paper products (broom, mop, dust pan provided) and leave the cabin in good order for the next renter.
Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more.
