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Private Retreat on 10 Acres Minutes from Monticello, Wineries & Charlottesville!

Family-friendly holiday home in Charlottesville

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Fire pit with 8 comfortable Adirondack chairs, firewood provided!
Winter Sunset (barn on left)
Property grounds
Screened-in Porch overlooking private woods
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8260.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Charlottesville, VA
  • Place, Jefferson Vineyards
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Monticello
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Carter Mountain Orchard
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Retreat on 10 Acres Minutes from Monticello, Wineries & Charlottesville!

Nestled down a half mile gravel road you will find a peaceful serene home surrounded by the great outdoors without another house in sight. Conveniently located only 6.8 miles from downtown Charlottesville this charming 3 BR / 3.5 Bath country retreat comes with all the amenities of modern life. There are four wineries within 6.5 miles of the house as well as historic sites such as Monticello & Ash Lawn which are each about 5 minutes away. The house is bright and airy, features all hardwood flooring throughout, a large kitchen, screened in porch and separate outdoor seating area by a babbling fish/frog pond. Below the house is a fire pit surrounded by 8 Adirondack chairs as well as directly accessible walking and horse trails through bordering land which is under conservation easement.

Upstairs there are three bedrooms. The master is very spacious and bright with a king bed, large, padded headboard and its own full bathroom and tub. The second bedroom features a queen bed and is very bright and airy surrounded by windows . The third bedroom features two twins and both of these bedrooms share a full bath which features fully tiled and glass enclosed shower. Finally, in the walk out basement there full size pull out sofa bed, gaming/poker table, TV, dart board and complete with its own full bathroom with glass enclosed tiled shower. All bathrooms are supplied with salon grade shampoo, conditioner, hand soap, towels and washcloths.
On the main floor there is a TV/sitting room with a large bay window looking over the yard to the woods. Also in the room is a piano and wood burning fireplace with two cozy wingback chairs.
The kitchen is bright and large and well equipped with a large sink, dishwasher, disposal, gas range and an assortment of high quality cookware/knives. For coffee lovers there is Keurig Machine (bring your own k-cups) or a 12 cup Cuisinart percolator. Also provided are a large variety of spices and basic cooking necessities such as sugar, flour, salt, pepper, cooking oils, vinegars, etc. The kitchen has its own breakfast seating area or you can wander out the back door and relax in the screened in porch. The dining room, visible from the kitchen, comfortably seats six, although you could squeeze eight.

Much of the nearby land behind the house is all under conservation easement and you may enjoy taking one of the many walking/horse trails which are quite extensive. There is a full vegetable garden and small orchard on property which I maintain. You can relax in the outdoor seating area by the fish pond to the sounds of babbling water in the background or lounge in comfortable Adirondack chairs under the tall surrounding oak trees while enjoying the fire pit. This is truly a ‘get away’ retreat and you will leave feeling relaxed and recharged!

Check in time is 4pm and checkout is 12 noon, although special arrangements can be made if the schedule allows for it.

Nearby Attractions include:
Jefferson Vineyards - 1.3 miles
Jefferson's Historic Monticello - 2.6 miles
James Monroe's Ash Lawn - 2.6 miles
Michie Tavern - 3.9 miles
Clifton Inn - 4 miles
Carters Mountain Orchard - 5.5 miles
Gabriele Rausse Winery - 5.6 miles
Downtown Charlottesville - 6.8 miles
Trump Winery - 6.5 miles
Blenheim Winery - 6.5 miles
Keswick Vineyards - 12.8 miles

Notes to mention:
A complimentary local bottle of wine is included with each booking!Maximum of 8 adults (No parties or events permitted without authorization of owner)
Fresh Bed Linens/Pillows/Towels are all provided.
Shampoo, conditioner, soap are provided in each bathroom
Firewood is split and stacked outside the doors during the winter for use.
The 1/2 mile gravel road leading to the house is private and therefore not plowed in the winter. The road is flat but you may wish to have a 4 x 4 in the event of winter weather.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pet fee is $75 per pet, maximum two dogs
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking allowed in screened in porch or deck
STRICT MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY! This is our family home and we don't permit parties, events, etc.

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Charlottesville

Located in Charlottesville, this holiday home is in a rural area. James Monroe's Highland and New Lyric Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Michie Tavern and Historic Court Square. Travelling with kids? Consider Carter Mountain Orchard and Virginia Discovery Museum. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking, mountain biking and cycling in the area.
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Charlottesville, VA

What's nearby

  • Jefferson Vineyards - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Monticello - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Downtown Mall - 14 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Carter Mountain Orchard - 15 min drive - 10.9 km
  • University of Virginia - 17 min drive - 19.5 km

Getting around

  • Charlottesville Station - 18 min drive
  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tip Top Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Beer Run - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sticks Kebob Shop - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Retreat on 10 Acres Minutes from Monticello, Wineries & Charlottesville! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Private Retreat on 10 Acres Minutes from Monticello, Wineries & Charlottesville!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Retreat on 10 Acres Minutes from Monticello, Wineries & Charlottesville!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Retreat on 10 Acres Minutes from Monticello, Wineries & Charlottesville! located?

This family-friendly Charlottesville holiday home is located in a rural location, 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Jefferson Vineyards, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Carter Mountain Orchard and James Monroe's Highland. New Lyric Theater and Michie Tavern are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by James Dunton

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I grew up on a farm in very rural eastern tidewater VA (northern neck) learned to find pleasure in life of very simple things. After graduating from college I left for the big city down south (Atlanta) where my eyes grew wide as I approached the skyline and knew this was going to be home for the next phase of life. There I stayed for a very fast 8 years and did a quick stint out in San Diego for 2 years before feeling the call to return back to the home state of VA. Charlottesville was a completely new experience but one that I was quite certain would be a very welcomed change which it was. Since moving I have completely fallen for this town, the way of life here, the culture, people and the proud sense of community.

Why they chose this property

As I approached my mid 30's I couldn't disregard the calling to return to a rural setting and embrace slowing things down a bit. I was anxious to get my hands in the dirt and grow my own food and hear the crickets and frogs at night and leave the lights of the big city behind. After buying the property I quickly realized this was exactly the perfect fit!

What makes this property unique

Spending just a few days here always recharges my batteries for new challenges or traveling for work. Whether I am working in the garden, cutting wood, cooking a fresh grown meal or just relaxing outside soaking up the afternoon sunshine this place is the perfect getting away and enjoying the simplicities of life.

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