Covington, VA Home for Rent

Situated amidst the Alleghany Mountains in western Virginia, Covington evokes a small-town feel steeped in Appalachian charm. Once home to impressive iron furnaces and networks of railroads, the rural community embraces its industrial heritage and celebrates its deep Appalachian roots through its historic attractions, outdoor destinations and cultural events. National forests and age-old mountain ranges cradle the bucolic town, putting residents in proximity of natural beauty, outdoor destinations and recreation. While a picturesque setting keeps locals connected to nature — a setting which sits 22 miles east of the West Virginia state line — major routes keep them connected to surrounding cities, such as Roanoke, Lexington and Lewisburg. As main routes turn into country roads, properties become sparser, with homes closer to downtown set closer together. Architecture varies greatly throughout Covington, though homes seem to maintain vernacular influences, with traditional farmhouse details like exposed timbering and generous — sometimes wrap-around — front porches. Colonial-style homes and ranch styles are most common, set on modest lots. Carriage homes and Colonial Revivals make