Nestled in the quiet beauty of Mount Rogers National Forest near the foot of White Top Mountain, the Buchanan Inn at the Green Cove Station is the completely restored and refurbished home of the Buchanan family. This charming two story complex was built in 1915 to accomodate the growing family of Bill and Mary Buchanan. The home often served as a makeshift hotel for stranded and snowed-in travelers on the Norfolk and Western line. Daily, Mary kept her four daughters and anyone else in sight busy making lunches for passengers traveling through on the N&W line. This service continued from the 20s until the 60s. One hundred yards from this home is the Green Cove Station, owned and operated by Bill (Mr. Buck) for fifty years. It housed the General Store, Train Station, Western Union, Post Office and was the harbinger of thousands of stories from far and wide. Adjacent to the station, you can bike, hike or ride horses on the Creeper Trail (14 miles downhill to Damascus). Two miles away, you can join hikers on the Appalachian Trail or remain at the Inn and stroll the 300 acre family farm and let the music of the rippling stream lull you to sleep.

So why delay? Be sure to call your hospitable hosts Annette & Jim Goode at Buchanan Inn at the Green Cove Station for more information toll-free at: (877) 300-9328 .

• Phone:        (276) 388-3367
• Tollfree:      (877) 300-9328
• Address:     41261 Green Cove Road, Damascus, VA 24236
• Webpage:   www.thebuchananinn.com