Welcome to our online visitors' center with photos, weather, maps, directions and Peaks of Otter FAQs for your convenience. Peaks of Otter has drawn settlers and travelers to the region for more than 8,000 years. The community whose vestiges remain to be explored today had its beginning in 1766 when Thomas Wood arrived from Pennsylvania.
The wife of one of Wood's descendants would open her home as the area's first lodging for travelers in 1834. By the late 1800s, Peaks of Otter would be home to some 20 families, a school, a church and a resort hotel. Thomas Jefferson is just one of many luminaries who have visited Peaks of Otter over the years and felt compelled to record the magnificence of the experience.
The wife of one of Wood's descendants would open her home as the area's first lodging for travelers in 1834. By the late 1800s, Peaks of Otter would be home to some 20 families, a school, a church and a resort hotel. Thomas Jefferson is just one of many luminaries who have visited Peaks of Otter over the years and felt compelled to record the magnificence of the experience.
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The perfect Blue Ridge Mountain getaway is different for everyone. Some are looking for family reunion locations. Some for romantic getaways. Traveling with a pet? We have pet-friendly accommodations making Peaks of Otter Lodge the ideal place for you and your four-legged travel companion. And if it's a view of Abbott Lake and Sharp Top Mountain that you want, every room has that!
Make the most of the special offers available at Peaks of Otter Lodge when planning your next Blue Ridge Mountain getaway! Whether you're celebrating, looking for adventure in the Blue Ridge Mountains, or setting out to get some R&R, Peaks of Otter Lodge provides the perfect setting. We offer various deals and packages for you based on what works best for your travel needs.
Peaks of Otter is a hub for Blue Ridge Mountain vacations. Recognized as one of America's Favorite Drives, the Blue Ridge Parkway is also one of the region's top hiking destinations, offering more than 300 miles of trails along the Appalachian crest. Visit our Gift Shop and Country Store, offering a full range of provisions and gifts for your Blue Ridge Mountain getaway.
Peaks of Otter Lodge hosts a variety of events each season, so please check back frequently to stay up to date with our latest happenings! What started as Peaks of Otter Winery's 21st birthday party in 2017 continues on and is now an annual trip into a Long Strange Night. Come get down to some funky beats at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains!
For the latest information about limited and unavailable services, please visit our Service Updates page. Peaks of Otter's Lake View Restaurant is a renowned dining destination on the Blue Ridge Parkway. With a menu featuring fresh and local ingredients and regional specialties, the restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily in season.
Reviews (10)
Heather Parker
Nov 26, 2021
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Kara
Nov 14, 2021
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I did not stay at the lodge. However it left such an impression on me that I would like to book a stay during the fall months or the Spring months Spring months at some point.. The lodge is surrounded by the peaks of Otter Lake which is absolutely beautiful. Around the lake are are little spots to sit and little and little fire pits pits to utilize which makes it very cozy For the fall months. You can also walk all the way way around the lake which is a good bit of 30 to 35 minutes . The best part about this is it surrounded by 2 of the most popular hikes flat top and high top mountain ranges.
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Nov 13, 2021
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Anne Hogan
Oct 28, 2021
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Very nice lunch here.
Had a grilled chicken salad which was delicious. Beautiful view of the lake from all tables because of the full length windows.
Asked about their Thanksgiving buffet, which I was told they are not having this year. Lodge will close 1st of November.
Can understand but really hope the lodge will stay open through November next year and have their exquisite Thanksgiving buffet.
We went several years in a row (prior to covid) bringing our grown children and we all stayed at the Lodge there overnight.
Such a nice Thanksgiving and hope to be able to do again in the future.
Had a grilled chicken salad which was delicious. Beautiful view of the lake from all tables because of the full length windows.
Asked about their Thanksgiving buffet, which I was told they are not having this year. Lodge will close 1st of November.
Can understand but really hope the lodge will stay open through November next year and have their exquisite Thanksgiving buffet.
We went several years in a row (prior to covid) bringing our grown children and we all stayed at the Lodge there overnight.
Such a nice Thanksgiving and hope to be able to do again in the future.
Pat Humus
Oct 19, 2021
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Kenny Wayne Keith
Oct 03, 2021
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They have been placed back to their federal government rules for wearing of masks which was met by many people with low talking under their breath as they walked back to their autos.
That is for those who even read or cared about the sign.
The bar in the Lodge is not back open as a place to sit in a chair and enjoy a refreshing adult beverage. Only may access by getting a table in the main dining room. No regular bartender is on duty either.
I enjoyed the lunch I had and wondered if there was to be a Peaks of Otter Lodge in this environment where once you were allowed to spend time with your
That is for those who even read or cared about the sign.
The bar in the Lodge is not back open as a place to sit in a chair and enjoy a refreshing adult beverage. Only may access by getting a table in the main dining room. No regular bartender is on duty either.
I enjoyed the lunch I had and wondered if there was to be a Peaks of Otter Lodge in this environment where once you were allowed to spend time with your
Gemma Spruiell
Aug 31, 2021
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We stopped here while riding motorcycles on the Blue Ridge Parkway. There were other motorcycles parked outside as well. It was almost 3:00 when the dining room closed, but we were seated and served. Delicious food, excellent service! Beautiful view from the dining room of the lake and mountain. Pictures of a wedding party were being taken and wedding guests were walking around. We also went into the gift shop and purchased souvenirs and a tee shirt.
Carolie Nye
Aug 26, 2021
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The Shy Hippy RadiatePositivty
Aug 20, 2021
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The service was great, staff was friendly and very helpful. The food here is awesome- I had the buttermilk chicken tender salad and my mother got the Famished Hiker Chicken Sandwich, fast service and nice waitress. The view is gorgeous and even has a path around the pond along with plenty of other trails. Also has a cute little gift shop at the lodge. The stay here was nice and i would definitely recommend!
Ruth Vicars
Jul 10, 2021
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This is a beautiful place to stay! Granted the rooms are dated but that is part of the charm. Was greeted when checking in and the representative was very friendly and helpful. The restaurant has a limited menu, but the food was good. We ate both supper and breakfast...we had a grilled chicken salad which had fresh mixed greens, cucumbers, tomatoes, crumbled bacon and the chicken. All was good. For breakfast my husband had an omelette and I chose fresh fruit. There is a nice blacktop trail around the lake which is nice for exercising... saw deer, rabbits and a huge turtle on our walk!
