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Living area
Living area
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Charlottesville, VA
  • Trump Winery
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Monticello
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • University of Virginia
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Master Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Powder Room

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Fairwood Cottage-Exceptional 1BR Cottage Minutes From Charlottesville & Wineries

Fairwood Cottage is a light and airy 1 bedroom retreat. With porches and beautiful views, it's a great place to relax - private but not secluded - and many local attractions are close by.

The home is located on Route 20, just south of Charlottesville, at the base of Carter's Mountain. Newly renovated in 2019, this cottage is perfect for Charlottesville visitors wanting a cozy spot close to activities and attractions.

The cottage is convenient to I64 and only 7.8 miles from Downtown Charlottesville. Also close by is Monticello, The Blue Ridge Parkway, Carter's Mountain Orchard and numerous parks and vineyards. Head further south on Rt 20 and you will find the little town of Scottsville and the James River where boating and fishing excursions are available.

Property manager

Cindy Adams
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet hours between 10:00 pm and 7:00 am
To keep animals away, all trash must be tightly bagged and tied before being placed in the outside trash can.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Charlottesville

Located in Charlottesville, this cottage is in the mountains. Michie Tavern and Pine Knot are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Virginia Discovery Museum and Charlottesville Ice Park. Carter Mountain Orchard and Dorrier Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Charlottesville, VA

What's nearby

  • Trump Winery - 13 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Monticello - 16 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Downtown Mall - 16 min drive - 15.4 km
  • University of Virginia - 17 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Carter Mountain Orchard - 20 min drive - 15.1 km

Getting around

  • Charlottesville Station - 16 min drive
  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wegmans Sub Shop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Timberwood Tap House - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fairwood Cottage-Exceptional 1BR Cottage Minutes From Charlottesville & Wineries pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fairwood Cottage-Exceptional 1BR Cottage Minutes From Charlottesville & Wineries?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fairwood Cottage-Exceptional 1BR Cottage Minutes From Charlottesville & Wineries?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fairwood Cottage-Exceptional 1BR Cottage Minutes From Charlottesville & Wineries located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Biscuit Run State Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Michael Shaps Winery and Trump Winery. Sugarleaf Vineyard and Kluge Estate Winery and Vineyard are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Michael C R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fairwood is Great!

Excellent accommodations. Highest recommendation for a get away near Charlottesville.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Cottage!

This was one of the nicest VRBO's that we have stayed in! Everything about it was wonderful. It was clean, well-appointed, bed was extremely comfortable, communication with the owner was great, and the location was lovely... just a short drive from Monticello, downtown Charlottesville, UVA, and the Blue Ridge Skyline Drive is about 30 minutes away. There are also great restaurants close by. I would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home!!

My husband and I enjoyed this home so much! Beautiful location, house is immaculate, communication with owners was perfect! Cannot say enough wonderful things. We booked it again immediately for a trip we having coming in the fall.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful choice for Charlottesville Stay

Totally and aesthetically renovated cottage that provides every desired amenity and need. Don’t miss an opportunity to check in and drive only 6 miles to downtown Charlottesville as well as to recommended vineyards. You will not be disappointed. Owners are delightful - a real plus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage

We loved our stay at the Fairwood Cottage in Charlottesville. The cottage was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay for a week for our anniversary. Cindy was very responsive to any questions about the area. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Bruce B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and beautiful cottage

Cleanest property we've stayed at in 30+ years of vacation rentals. Everything provided was upscale and in excellent condition. Since we live in a more rural setting, the road noise when outside was noticeable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve M., 9123 Vantage Ct, West Chester, Ohio 45069

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Cottage

Outstanding property! My wife and I enjoyed a week at Cindy’s cottage and it was perfect. Probably the nicest rental I’ve ever booked. The quality of the materials used to update this cottage are outstanding. Location is quiet and accessible to all of the areas attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Larry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Honeymoon

Looks like new. Very clean. Nice kitchen. Enjoyed both covered patio with grill as well as front covered porch with rocking chairs. Beautiful grounds. Location easy to get to locations.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deneen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love This House!

This was our second time staying at the cottage and I cannot say enough how WONDERFULLY CLEAN this home is. I would recommend to anyone to stay here. The house is close enough to Charlottesville and plenty of wineries or just relax on the quiet front porch or by the fire pit. Cindy is always available and willing to answer any questions. You will not be disappointed!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patsy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AWESOME COUNTRY HOME

This little house is absolutely spectacular and we enjoyed our 10-day stay immensely. Everything in the house is top quality, and the people who own the place live nearby and are delightful to interact with.....especially Cindy. She is a genuinely nice, nice lady. I would recommend this lovely home to any small group who is looking to visit Charlottesville. Although the house is small, the outside area can accommodate large family events easily. There is also a lovely firepit area, BBQ grill and ample parking.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

C-ville

We needed to stay in Charlottesville for a month after my daughter had surgery. Found this wonderful cottage out in the country and it was absolutely amazing. Cottage was super clean, had everything you need. The area is quiet and only 15 mins from Charlottesville. We couldn’t do much because of my daughter’s recovery, but the cottage is also close to some wonderful wineries. I would stay here again in a heart beat for a couples weekend! Thank you Cindy for having us.
Stayed 24 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An Incredible and Charming Oasis

Wow - Cindy and Duane’s cottage is the nicest VRBO property we’ve ever stayed in. We enjoyed a week at the Fairwood Cottage as a workcation destination and it was just perfect for my husband and I! The cottage has been fully renovated with high-end appliances, furnishings, washer/dryer, fully stocked kitchen and a beautiful front and back porch including a gas grill. The high speed internet allowed both my husband and I to work remotely and participate simultaneously in zoom meetings. When not working, we enjoyed the beautiful surroundings and nearby wineries. We couldn’t recommend this place any more and are already thinking about making it an annual trip!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Albert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxed weekend

This is that place that you should share with everyone but you rather keep the secret to yourself.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Carter Mountain Cabin

This 1-bedroom, 1.5 bath cabin is perfectly appointed. New appliances and a cook’s kitchen make it a comfortable home-away-from-home a few miles from Charlottesville. Quiet and set back from the road with a view of the stars at night. We loved this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Perfect for couples

This is just the right size to have room to spread out but not get stuck with a multi-bedroom house you don’t need. Everything is clean and modern and thoughtfully supplied. It was just perfect. The location is a little odd, neither in the country or the city and next to a main road. But it is convenient to shops and historic sites and has nice views. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark L., Oxford

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable cottage just south of Charlottesville

This cottage is superbly designed and very comfortable. The kitchen has everything you need, including a variety of spices and seasonings. The grill on the back porch is a nice extra. The king size mattress is extremely comfortable. Location is convenient, just south of Charlottesville and within an easy distance of many wineries and historical sites. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurence W., Charlottesville, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable cottage between Charlottesville and Scottsville

Very attractive cottage in a great location. All kitchen appliances, utensils, crockery, etc. of the highest standard as were the bathrooms and seating. Spent every evening having sundowners on the grassy slope behind the cottage. Would have stayed longer but it was booked.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deneen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Home

The house was just the right size for the 2 of us. It was IMPECCABLY clean and very well maintained. Highly recommend for any couple looking to have a house to themselves on their vacation. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sheer perfection for our 8 week stay!

This property is a model of the perfect VRBO. Our hosts Cindy & Duane were cordial, kind, always available and quick to answer our few questions and remained so from the very first contact until our very last day of our stay. The cottage is truly lovely, very comfortable, extremely clean, and well-furnished for your stay. It is airy with great light and P.S., the sunsets were magnificent! We stayed for 8 weeks and everything we needed to live as if at home was there. The bed is fabulous; the modern kitchen is just the right size; and the two bathrooms and separate laundry room are greatly appreciated features. It's perfect and I recommend you GO and see for yourselves. Your dream VRBO awaits you!
Stayed 63 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

judi s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

THE COTTAGE

The Fairwood Cottage was very well equipped with unexpected high-end furnishings, offering great comfort and ease. Cindy was easy to reach and respond quickly to any questions we had. The location is fabulous for anything in the area to get to in minutes. So very convenient to wineries, restaurants, grocery, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Meg G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

We enjoyed the cottage very much. The kitchen has everything one could possibly need (and much more) and there is also an outdoor gas grill on the small back patio that we used several times during our stay. The ceiling fans in the bedroom and outdoor grill/patio area were appreciated. And having a half bath in addition to the full, main bath and a washer/dryer was great. The cottage, located on Route 20, is just 15 minutes from downtown C’ville and within 15-20 minutes of many wineries. All in all, an excellent, immaculate cottage that provides everything needed for a relaxing and pleasurable stay in Charlottesville. Bonus: we were able to escape the 17-year cicadas for a week and there were no mosquitoes during our stay in early June! Perfect!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Michelle L., Alexandria, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very well appointed cottage - comfortable bed linens, towels - kitchen super well equipped.

Pleasant stay. Great location near Monticello, wineries, breweries, C’ville’s downtown mall. Busy road noise the only concern.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Zoe D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything was perfect

We live locally but needed somewhere to stay while we had some work done at our house and this cottage was a dream. It is light and airy, furnished beautifully (stylish but comfortable), the kitchen was so well equipped with all you could possibly need, quality cookware and appliances plus loads of spare cabinet space. The King bed was a dream - so comfortable and there is a great sound machine that we've actually ordered for ourselves to have at home (we have a toddler so it's always nice to have a sound machine to help drown out distracting noises!). Cindy is a top class host - she has put a lot of thought in to what her guests might need and has thought of literally everything! I would recommend this cottage to anyone looking for a clean, comfortable, classy place to stay that is just 5 mins drive in to Charlottesville. The outside space is also really nice - lots of open space, well manicured lawns and with the front and back porches there is always somewhere nice to sit outside when the weather is nice. Staying here made being away from all our home comforts really easy :). Thank you Cindy!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynn W., Charlottesville, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Retreat

Lovely, quiet retreat in a spotless home!
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had an amazing time!

What a fun weekend! The cottage was spotless and everything we needed was right at our fingertips. The decor was stunning and the bed was so very comfortable with linens that had the feel of complete luxury. We spent the weekend hiking a bit and then found ourselves enjoying the amazing mountain views from a local winery. We bought a bottle of wine there and brought it back to enjoy with our grilled steaks and swordfish. The patio was private and we enjoyed sipping our wine while enjoying the brisk evening air. Additionally, Cindy was a wonderful hostess. We found a small bottle of prosecco and some chocolates on the table when we arrived! A perfect way to begin our Valentines Day weekend. She even came over to introduce herself and brought with her some ground coffee for us to enjoy the following morning. Thank you Cindy! We will definitely be back! Lisa and Rob
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

About the host

Hosted by Cindy Adams

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We are almost natives to area as we have been living in Charlottesville for over 35 years. With experience in the construction industry as well as property management, it was an easy transition into buying and renovating this home to create a vacation rental.

Why they chose this property

The location is beautiful and private but very close to everything. And, we live right next door so we are available if renters have questions or concerns.

What makes this property unique

As soon as you enter the home, you know it is well loved. The design and the attention to detail is really special.

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English

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