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Pete's Place: Forest retreat near wineries, Blue Ridge School, and Shenandoah NP
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 5 74.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Stanardsville, VA
- Swift Run Gap Entrance Shenandoah20 min drive
- Stone Mountain Vineyards22 min drive
- Shenandoah National Park26 min drive
- Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)31 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Common area 1
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Pete's Place: Forest retreat near wineries, Blue Ridge School, and Shenandoah NP
Secluded guest apartment on 160 acres of private land nestled on a mountainside overlooking a working cattle farm and Shenandoah National Park. Perfect for small gatherings of friends, winery weekends, or a family holiday. We are a 15 minute drive from the Blue Ridge Parkway and Swift Run Gap entrance to Shenandoah National Park, an 8 minute drive from the Blue Ridge School, and minutes from the shops and restaurants of Stanardsville, VA and the award winning Monticello Wine Trail. Full kitchen and laundry amenities, an amazing view of the Blue Ridge mountains from the attached deck, and total privacy. Our family retreat for more than forty years is named after Dr. Frank "Pete" McMains, our grandfather, who built the farm complex. Pete donated 20% of his 50 year career as an orthopedic surgeon caring for severely disabled children pro bono at McMains Childrens' Developmental Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Let us share this magical place with your family (of origin or of choice)! PLEASE NOTE: the property can only be accessed by stairs and is NOT ADA accessible. NO PETS and NO SMOKING.
Property manager
Emily McMains
Premier Host
Languages
English, French
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Stanardsville
Located in Stanardsville, this apartment is in a rural area and in the mountains. Kilaurwen Winery and Autumn Hill Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shenandoah National Park and Swift Run Gap Entrance Shenandoah. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Stanardsville, VA
What's nearby
- Swift Run Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 20 min drive - 20.2 km
- Stone Mountain Vineyards - 22 min drive - 14.7 km
- Shenandoah National Park - 26 min drive - 26.1 km
- Massanutten Water Park - 39 min drive - 42.9 km
- University of Virginia - 41 min drive - 40.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Lafayette Inn & Restaurant - 10 min drive
- Sal's Pizzeria and Restaurant - 10 min drive
- Kilaurwen Winery - 7 min drive
- The Standard Restaurant - 10 min drive
- Autumn Hill Vineyards - 9 min drive
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.4/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
19 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Evie K.
21 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic house, great host
Evie K.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michelle J.
10 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful overnight stay
Michelle J.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Richele B.
25 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Perfect Relaxing Getaway
Richele B.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Roger b.
26 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Piece and Quite
Roger b.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
7 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dominic B.
13 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blueridge getaway
Dominic B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
m n.
19 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place
m n.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Katie G.
7 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we needed!
Katie G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Walter C.
13 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy house
Walter C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lorii B.
4 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great apartment!
Lorii B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy N.
12 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Amy N.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jim H.
4 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Old Rag Hike
Jim H.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Raelle M.
28 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our needs.
Raelle M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lea L.
3 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pete's Place
Lea L.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Olivia
5 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Olivia
10/10 Excellent
deborah
1 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
deborah
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
JOHN C.
19 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
1 night in Greene County
JOHN C.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
8/10 Good
traci M.
30 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unwind time with spouse, family or friends.
traci M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bonnie
7 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Bonnie
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
James
5 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
James
10/10 Excellent
Anthony S.
1 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil Setting
Anthony S.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ed W.
29 April 2025
Ed W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Zachary N.
20 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Spot for Weekend Getaway
Zachary N.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda H.
8 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cute home
Linda H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
About the host
Hosted by Emily McMains

Languages:
English, French
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