Solar powered cottage at lake, with dock, on private 300 acre timber preserve

Clarksville, Virginia
$192 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 3

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Note: This small cottage is secluded and OFF-GRID. Solar power is dependent on sunlight.

Welcome to Soudan Cottage. This modern, off-grid retreat combines private and secluded lake access featuring a state-of-the-art dock, two coves and a large pine forest teeming with natural visual beauty and wildlife. Ten minutes from the charming, lakeside town of Clarksville, VA, and a 90 minute drive from Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill, NC, the cottage is ideal for a short sabbatical, a romantic weekend, or an outdoorsman's getaway. Best suited for one or two people. If you'd like more time to read, talk, think and relax; if you cherish a brisk walk in the woods or a cool dip in a placid lake; if you seek a night sky full of stars and the sound of crickets, then you've found the right place. Soudan Cottage might be best understood by what it isn't. It isn't a place stocked with television sets, video games, telephones, stereos and computers. You can bring those things if you need them, but otherwise you'll have just the basics here, and maybe a little lower blood pressure.

The eco-friendly cottage, constructed in 2013 by contractor Steve Storm, mixes contemporary design and amenities with antique furnishings and Americana charm. Every inch of the 700 square feet is efficiently utilized with nothing wasted. Soudan Cottage was sited and designed with sustainability and a simpler, more relaxed existence in mind. Solar panels cover the southern roof line and store energy in hand made battery lockers. Ceramic tile floors throughout the downstairs kitchen, bath, and sitting area provide natural cooling in warm weather. Pine flooring in the upstairs bedroom/study offers comfort year round. Mr. Slim climate units can be run during the day - but may drain the batteries overnight if overused. A backup generator can provide power if the sun is insufficient. the cottage was situated to take advantage of prevailing summer breezes aided minimally by small fans. Cool night air can be circulated through the cottage's 13 windows via the upstairs ceiling fan.

The kitchen minimizes waste with an energy efficient refrigerator, and a propane powered oven and range.

An easy-to-read energy monitor in the kitchen displays how much solar power is stored, and how much is being transferred, so that usage can be managed smartly according to the time of day and the current weather conditions. The cottage utilizes a modern septic system and deep well.

The property, which includes 300+ acres of pine and mixed forest and more than 1000 feet of secluded shoreline access on Buggs Island Lake (Kerr Lake), is one of the largest privately-owned lake forest tracts in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States. Located five miles from the Lake Country regional airport in Mecklenburg County, VA, you can be casting a line into the renowned tournament fishing waters of Kerr Lake within minutes of landing. Hunters will find deer, turkey, rabbit, and other game abundant in the private forest and the adjoining Corp of Engineers easement land. And nature lovers in need of a respite from the city will enjoy seemingly endless natural trails ideal for hiking, cycling, or bird watching.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 700 Sq Ft (65 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Near Laundromat
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • OUTDOORS

    Dock Firepit
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Shower
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fishing Nearby Hunting Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Video Games
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Ceiling Fan Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The Lake
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property Tile Flooring In Public Areas

CheckIn Check-in : 02:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 3

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Review Review

  • Katherine B.

    Submitted Oct 27, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    The house was super cute. Perfect for our weekend. We appreciated being able to bring our pet. The dock beautiful as was the lake. The surrounding forest was beautiful. The internet worked great. The solar was not a detriment at all. The heater work great as well. The stove worked great. We did have a few issues however- I was not aware that we had to bring our own linens, ALL linens, Bed, (there was a comforter) Bath, Kitchen. There were two pillows on the bed and they did not look the cleanest. The refrigerator froze most everything although there was no ice in the freezer. There was no dish soap or bath soap. No paper towels, no Saran wrap or aluminum foil. The stove top was missing half of the grate. There were no bowls? And no sharp knife. Bring your own coffee and filters for the Mr Coffee. We are aware the owner lives very far away however no action was taken to remedy any of the missing supplies. We would probably stay again knowing all of this. It is a beautiful area.

  • Emily S.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2025

    Stayed Sep 21, 2025

    Very secluded and private. Cabin was very nice, comfortable for 2 people.Walk to dock through woods isnt too bad. Weather was sunny our whole trip so did not have any issues with power, generator did kick in every morning for a little bit. Make sure you bring flaslights or some other outdoor lighting, especially if you have dogs because it is very dark at night with only the light from the porch available. Luckily we were prepared. The wifi wasnt working and didnt find it until the last day but i brought my tmobile mifi device and had internet the whole time. Didn't find the need to bother the host about it. All in all worth the trip.

  • Joe R.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    Very clean for middle of the woods. Super private. Property was cleared of brush and trails were clean. Owner even cleared some trails for our jeep to go four wheeling

  • Billy J.

    Submitted Sep 4, 2025

    Stayed Aug 30, 2025

    Great getaway!!! Would definitely go back.

  • Allen T.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2025

    Stayed Aug 8, 2025

    Quiet cottage in the woods, solar powered with a generator. Very peaceful and relaxing. Walk to the dock is fairly short. We brought a collapsible wagon, to tote chairs, cooler, and fishing rods , had no issues with the wagon on the trail. Highly recommend! If you are looking for peace and quiet and a place, this is your place! We will be back

  • Michael W.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 10, 2025

    My son and I were in town for a fishing tournament on Kerr Lake. The property was perfect for us. It is definitely off the beaten path, but we loved it. Couldn't use the dock because the water was too high in the lake, but we loved it.

  • Holly G.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    We enjoyed spending time down at the lake as did our dogs!

  • Shannon H.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2025

    Stayed May 30, 2025

    Cute little house. Perfect dock for our boat. Nice and quiet! We had a great time. You need to be prepared though if the power goes out. House runs on solar power. We had it happen twice during our weekend stay. Not much full sunlight for a few days before.

  • Jade K.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2025

    Stayed May 18, 2025

    Great location. Atmosphere. And overall vibe. Cant wait to Hopefully Go Again!

  • Justin N.

    Submitted Apr 16, 2025

    Stayed Apr 11, 2025

    Loved the seclusion and time away from electronics

  • Submitted Mar 31, 2025

    Stayed Mar 28, 2025

    This is an amazing little cabin. Perfect for a couples getaway. We really enjoyed our stay. Very private!!!

  • Stacy P.

    Submitted Oct 27, 2024

    Stayed Oct 25, 2024

    What a cute little cabin in the woods! Exactly as described. The amazing weather made sitting on the dock was breath taking. If you are looking for seclusion this is it. We are very happy customers.

  • Cindy S.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2024

    Stayed Oct 4, 2024

    This is the third time we have stayed at this property. We love that it is secluded, private and on the water. Our dogs love it here too.

  • clare g.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2024

    Stayed Sep 19, 2024

    Whst a hidden gem. We stayed here because we have relatives in the area. We had much needed peace and quiet. We brought a dvd player beacause not used to no background noise. The road to the house is long and secluded. Very nice place to stay.

  • Cynthia B.

    Submitted Sep 17, 2024

    Stayed Sep 15, 2024

    The property is amazing. This was my second time staying and it was even better than the first

  • Jessica P.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2024

    Stayed Sep 6, 2024

    Being able to have our boat on vacation was so nice. Absolutely recommend to anyone looking to unplug.

  • Marie D.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    If you want to get away from it all, no phone, no TV this is it. Small walk to the fishing pier and bait shop is close by. We had to leave early because Mother Nature caused some issues but definitely would love go come back again. Great place recharge, and remember to bring OFF bug spray and citronella candles.

  • Derek C.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2024

    Stayed Aug 7, 2024

    Very remote, which is what we wanted. The Cabin was quaint and perfect size for 2 plus dog. Loved the trail to the dock and all the surrounding woods. We enjoyed quiet reflective time for reading, but also the Lake was awesome for kayaking and fishing. Weather was a little rough but still had a chance to enjoy the firepit and cook out. Overall, very nice place and may be looking to return in the fall when it is cooler.

  • Randi M.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2024

    Stayed Jul 29, 2024

    If you are in need of a little break from the city to unplug and relax, this is a perfect spot for you. The house was more than enough for the two of us and our pup. A short walk to the water with a fantastic dock that we took advantage of for reading and cooling off. Lots of outdoor roaming and a fabulous firepit for marshmallows!

  • Shahntel

    Submitted Jul 30, 2024

    Stayed Jul 25, 2024

    This was our second time here and we cant wait to come back. Perfect getaway.

  • York A.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2024

    Stayed Jul 12, 2024

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  • Jacob G.

    Submitted Jul 5, 2024

    Stayed Jul 3, 2024

    Great experience, it was neat to be off grid and running on just solar and battery power. The cottage was cozy and the AC worked great to combat the high heat wave we visited during. Only downside were the neighbors shooting off fireworks on July 4th. Obviously not the fault of the host, but it did intrude a bit on the experience (and upset our dog).

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$152+
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