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1930's house in Lewisburg's Historical District - The Verdie May House
Cottage in Lewisburg with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Lewisburg, WV
- Place, Greenbrier Valley Theatre3 min walk
- Place, Lewisburg Historic District3 min walk
- Place, West Virginia State Fair Fairgrounds3 min drive
- Airport, Lewisburg, WV (LWB-Greenbrier Valley)9 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
1930's house in Lewisburg's Historical District - The Verdie May House
Location, location, location! The 'Verdie May House' is an adorable 1930's cottage located in the heart of Lewisburg's Historical District - only a short 5 minute stroll to restaurants, cafes and shopping. Enjoy exploring the historical sites or relaxing on the spacious porch with a cool drink. This newly renovated home is the perfect place to enjoy Lewisburg!
This cosy 1930's cottage offers the opportunity to step back in time and immerse yourself in Lewisburg's roaring 30's (but with modern comforts!). This freshly renovated cottage has an amazing history - it was home to several local identities (including Eileen Kramer, an Australian National Treasure dancer and acclaimed local furniture maker Ozzi May and his wife, Verdie). The cottage is our favorite place for hanging out with family and friends - particularly as we can walk everywhere (and leave the car at home)!. We love using the cottage as a base for exploring Lewisburg and know you will too! It's the perfect 'home away from home'!
The house is small (great for 1-4 people) and has a spacious, well equipped kitchen (with new appliances), comfortable living area, study area with large desk, two comfortable bedrooms (with luxury linens) , separate laundry, a cute upstairs bathroom (with a clawfoot bathtub) and wonderful new large downstairs bathroom (featuring plush towels). .
Original artwork and crafts by local artists, (including my Dad, Ronald Refsland), is found throughout the house.
The large covered porch is perfect for relaxing anytime of the day (even when it rains), people watching or for outdoor dining. You will enjoy views of Old Stone Church and the cemetery (directly across the street), Carnegie Hall and other historical sites. We have beautiful and comfortable outdoor furniture, including an antique iron outdoor dining table.
The large patio (using original stone and local river rocks custom designed by a local artisan) behind the house is a more private space - with the original outdoor fireplace available for BBQ's or making s'mores.
The large front yard is perfect for playing a friendly (or competitive!) game of Molkky or croquet (we have the games for you),
The queen bed and two twin beds have brand new quality mattresses with quality linens and duvets and fluffy pillows. The towels are 100% cotton. We are particular about dust and cleanliness as our daughter has allergies.
The city water is perfect drinking water.
If you would like some tasty food waiting in the cottage for you on arrival or during your stay, my sister in law, Beth, has a bakery business (Fresh Flours – at the local Farmers Market). For my guests, she will take phone/email orders and deliver directly to the cottage. She does amazing quiche, granola and pies (about 20 different kinds – all fantastic!). If you are interested, drop her an email at beth@freshflours.com (she lives about 2 minutes away from the cottage) and she can email the menu. I know what it is like travelling and sometimes it is nice to have an easy (and delicious) local options waiting when you arrive (or during your visit).
The Verdie May Cottage is the perfect 'home away from home' to enjoy your stay in Lewisburg! Come and enjoy!
This property is non-smoking and isn't suitable for anyone with mobility challenges.
This cosy 1930's cottage offers the opportunity to step back in time and immerse yourself in Lewisburg's roaring 30's (but with modern comforts!). This freshly renovated cottage has an amazing history - it was home to several local identities (including Eileen Kramer, an Australian National Treasure dancer and acclaimed local furniture maker Ozzi May and his wife, Verdie). The cottage is our favorite place for hanging out with family and friends - particularly as we can walk everywhere (and leave the car at home)!. We love using the cottage as a base for exploring Lewisburg and know you will too! It's the perfect 'home away from home'!
The house is small (great for 1-4 people) and has a spacious, well equipped kitchen (with new appliances), comfortable living area, study area with large desk, two comfortable bedrooms (with luxury linens) , separate laundry, a cute upstairs bathroom (with a clawfoot bathtub) and wonderful new large downstairs bathroom (featuring plush towels). .
Original artwork and crafts by local artists, (including my Dad, Ronald Refsland), is found throughout the house.
The large covered porch is perfect for relaxing anytime of the day (even when it rains), people watching or for outdoor dining. You will enjoy views of Old Stone Church and the cemetery (directly across the street), Carnegie Hall and other historical sites. We have beautiful and comfortable outdoor furniture, including an antique iron outdoor dining table.
The large patio (using original stone and local river rocks custom designed by a local artisan) behind the house is a more private space - with the original outdoor fireplace available for BBQ's or making s'mores.
The large front yard is perfect for playing a friendly (or competitive!) game of Molkky or croquet (we have the games for you),
The queen bed and two twin beds have brand new quality mattresses with quality linens and duvets and fluffy pillows. The towels are 100% cotton. We are particular about dust and cleanliness as our daughter has allergies.
The city water is perfect drinking water.
If you would like some tasty food waiting in the cottage for you on arrival or during your stay, my sister in law, Beth, has a bakery business (Fresh Flours – at the local Farmers Market). For my guests, she will take phone/email orders and deliver directly to the cottage. She does amazing quiche, granola and pies (about 20 different kinds – all fantastic!). If you are interested, drop her an email at beth@freshflours.com (she lives about 2 minutes away from the cottage) and she can email the menu. I know what it is like travelling and sometimes it is nice to have an easy (and delicious) local options waiting when you arrive (or during your visit).
The Verdie May Cottage is the perfect 'home away from home' to enjoy your stay in Lewisburg! Come and enjoy!
This property is non-smoking and isn't suitable for anyone with mobility challenges.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
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 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Suitable for children who are safe around stairs
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
My daughter is allergic to fur
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Lewisburg
Located in Lewisburg, this cottage is in the city centre. Lewisburg Elks Country Club and Smooth Ambler Spirits are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lost World Caverns and Organ Cave. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at West Virginia State Fair Fairgrounds or Tennis Center at The Greenbrier. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting, hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
Lewisburg, WV
What's nearby
- Greenbrier Valley Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Lewisburg Historic District - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- West Virginia State Fair Fairgrounds - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
- Lewisburg Elks Country Club - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
- Lost World Caverns - 4 min drive - 5.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Long John Silver's - 3 min drive
- Starbucks - 3 min drive
- Arby's - 2 min drive
- Fujiyama - 3 min drive
- Dairy Queen - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Elinor Buys

I am a Lewisburg native (my family have lived in Lewisburg and Greenbrier County for generations). I went to Greenbrier East High School and graduated from West Virginia University. I married an Australian and moved to Brisbane, Queensland many years ago. We have two daughters and I am a Professor at Australian Catholic University.
Why they chose this property
As Lewisburg and West Virginia will always be 'home' for me, my husband and I decided this house would be perfect as our Lewisburg home. My Mother, Aunt and two Uncles bought the house in 1995 and I bought it from them in 2016.
The location of the house is special as from the back porch I can see the house where my grandparents lived - where we had our wedding reception many moons ago. As a child, I visited Verdie May (who lived in the house).
When we bought the house it was in poor condition - the renovations were extensive and a new addition was added (bathroom, laundry and porch). It is a wonderful place for our family - our daughters love it!
The location of the house is special as from the back porch I can see the house where my grandparents lived - where we had our wedding reception many moons ago. As a child, I visited Verdie May (who lived in the house).
When we bought the house it was in poor condition - the renovations were extensive and a new addition was added (bathroom, laundry and porch). It is a wonderful place for our family - our daughters love it!
What makes this property unique
The location of the house is fantastic. I love being able to walk everywhere (we very rarely use the car!). The new porch is the best place to relax - and to see what is going on!
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