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Charming large farmhouse, farm animals, 27 acre, close wineries, hiking, history

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Exterior
Point of interest
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

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Afton, VA
  • Silverback Distillery
    2 min drive
  • WildManDan
    9 min walk
  • Staunton Station
    27 min drive
  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    39 min drive

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The Branch at Afton Mountain Retreat

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (24)
The price is €428
for 1 home
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
The Branch at Afton Mountain Retreat

About this property

Charming large farmhouse, farm animals, 27 acre, close wineries, hiking, history

Enjoy our large charming farmhouse, open concept kitchen, large comfortable bedrooms, stocked movie room, harvest table dining room, breakfast room, vaulted ceiling fireplace family room, rocking chairs, front porch with mountain views, private pool in season. Wander about our 27 pastoral acres & orchards, let the kids run and play, visit the chickens, goats, Daisy the pig or Mack our horse. Make s’mores at the fire pit and stargaze, play board games, yard games or cozy up by indoor fireplace. Wineries, antique stores or Blue Ridge hiking within minutes. Peach & Apple orchards, ski resort, river tubing, Monticello, historic districts close. Fresh air and peace in abundance.
During your stay at this farm stay, you'll be within walking distance of George Washington National Forest. An outdoor pool is available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 14 minutes on foot from George Washington National Forest and a 2-minute drive from Silverback Distillery
Charming large farmhouse, farm animals, 27 acre, close wineries, hiking, history offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Afton farm stay is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Video library

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Pets are not allowed on beds

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: No one allowed in animal fields note pool safety

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Charming large farmhouse, farm animals, 27 acre, close wineries, hiking, history Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kendra Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location near Nelson 151
We loved the location, and it's was fun to visit with the animals. Wish we were able to sample some of the chicken eggs. There is a bit of deferred maintenance, some water damage in the kitchen. Would also have been great if there was a hair dryer available, especially as the weather gets colder. All in all a fun stay at a farm with a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A quiet escape near many activities
The farm is a perfect base camp for enjoying Nelson County and the 151 byway. It is quiet and peaceful but still super close if looking to enjoy hiking Humpback (can be seen from the property), enjoying the craft beer and wine trail, or enjoying the seasonal activities - an evening corn maze was a highlight. Kitchen has ample space to cook or set up a buffet of takeout from the roadside BBQ and weekend food trucks frequently found at the nearby breweries. And the season decor in the farmhouse adds ambiance to the great togetherness time the property inspires.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy Stay close to great wineries
Plenty of room for the 6 of us. Loved the animals!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Farm House
Well furnished, kitchen fully furnished with all necessary utensils. Inside was comfortable with nice period furniture, not stripped down like many rentals.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann D., Norfolk

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolute Serenity
This farmhouse was one of the best properties we’ve ever visited. And had everything we needed. Kitchen was well stocked. The pool was amazing and the space and views went on forever. We enjoyed the farm animals animals the wildlife, and the breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge mountains would highly recommend this place, we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darla G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vintage Farm
We loved our long weekend at the farm. It was a great experience seeing the sights of the area, witn lots of ample space for our family time together. The house is very well stocked with all of the necessary amenities along with countless hours of movies, games, books and magazines for entertainment .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda B., Coupland Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for family get-together
Wonderful big farmhouse and outside grounds were lovely. Great to have a pool on hot afternoons. Location was close enough to towns so we could visit the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

vivian b.

Beautiful property and location, needs some extra work
The location is beautiful, close to wineries and hiking and the donkeys/goats on the farm were so much fun for children. The pool was a wonderful plus and was so much fun. We had some problems during our stay that were somewhat addressed. The host forwarded us the downstairs AC would be broken and they put as many fans as possible which helped immensely and they were very forthcoming before we arrived with the issue. The home was not as clean or organized as I have come to expect and could use some more detailed cleaning between guests. We also had an issue with mice in the home and some bugs in the kitchen which soured our stay. Hopefully this will be addressed before additional guests stay at the property. Overall, it is a very spacious home and private property perfect for families and groups that if additional cleaning and pest control are arranged would be 5 stars.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephane D., Cary, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow - Exceeded Expectations
The house had a huge kitchen, dining room and common room for socializing. You could spend hours going from room to room looking at the antiques, furnishings and art. Huge collection of VHS tapes and DVD's if you want to spend time in front of the TV. Beds were overall very comfortable and the house was very clean. The pool was the biggest attraction for our hot summer visit and very nice that plenty of pool towels were provided. Simply the most unique and awesome house rental experience I've ever had!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dion H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little piece of Heaven
I was a family member attending our mini family reunion. My age is 77 and this is important to know for this review. I will begin with the only drawback and that being, I wish we had one or 2 more bedrooms. That said, all was ok because some did not make it. Now! To my review! I fell in love with your homestead, to the point I would love it for my family and myself. I live in the Adirondacks and was born in the Smokies however, I am in love with your Shenandoah Valley and Blue Ridge Mountains! I understand how this farm became a joyful gathering place over the years for your loved ones. I never left the property but my family members found plenty to do including tubing the James River and that magnificent tunnel! (a must from their videos and excitement). Their day of adventures away from the house, I spent with the family dog soaking up the gorgeous view, visiting the farm animals and sitting around the pool. The day was too short for me. There were books, antiques and rooms in this old home I didn’t get to see and fully visit. I felt like a Walton! I will be back! The caretakers were so friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating. We could not ask for better service. However, we needed little because everything was available and at hand. I would love them as neighbors! Southern hospitality, at its best! Thank you for opening your home for us to enjoy. I will be back to visit this little piece of Heaven.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for a large family
We traveled with our children and some extended family for a 4 night stay. This house was a great location for exploring Monticello/Charlottesville, as well as the surrounding vineyards and breweries. We love the feel of a farmhouse that’s not “too fussy” yet very nicely decorated and appointed with modern amenities. Everything was clean and as described (the only thing missing was the horse that apparently passed away). The pool was perfect and picturesque against the other 200-year-old building that is also on property. I’d definitely love to return and I’d recommend this property to other visitors to the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Getaway
This property exceeded my expectations and communication with Linda was always prompt and responsive. Our family could not stop talking about wonderful the experience was and we talked about making another trip sometime in the future. It was a peaceful, relaxing getaway...100% would recommend if you are looking for a place around the Charlottesville area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and homey
This farm house is like taking a step back in time. The animals were friendly and fun to feed. The beds were comfortable. The only hiccup was we needed a blender and couldn't find one anywhere. I would stay here again. Great house and property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Farm
Huge house with tons of character. Lots of space for our group. Movies, games and activities everywhere. Huge kitchen with everything we needed to cook Thanksgiving dinner. I had no idea 2 ovens would be so helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Family Getaway
We had a wonderful time staying at the farmhouse! The house was a beautiful farmhouse. It was very large with plenty of room for my whole family. The kids loved the animals. The house was very clean. We absolutely loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C., Houston, TX

Disliked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family home
This home was wonderful! It was very inviting and comfortable and the perfect location! The host was very responsive to all of my questions. we had the best time!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Carol R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Large Charming Farmhouse
We had 7 people and there was plenty of space! The house had everything we needed with the exception of ice and was clean. A few chairs are older and could stand to be replaced. The new mattresses on the beds were great but are speaky for the two rooms with box springs. The kitchen is well-appointed for cooking. Overall, we had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding Stay
We ended up having 7 guests stay for my daughter's wedding at Valley Road Vineyards. We had a great time at the Farmhouse and it had wonderful amenities. Bedrooms were great as well as the kitchen and living area downstairs. We enjoyed the piano.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Andrea C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Stay
Our stay at this farmhouse was just wonderful. So peaceful and relaxing and we had some of the most beautiful views. The house was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed, with the exception of no wifi (cellular service is terrible in the area if you’re on ATT or Verizon). The pool was refreshing as it was really hot there the week we stayed. Lastly the animals are super friendly. We enjoyed taking our 2 dogs for a walk every day and visiting the goats, pig and horse. Thank you Linda for being a wonderful host.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Jeanine R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Farm House
We stayed here to celebrate our good friend who is getting married (there were 8 of us total)! Overall, we had a good experience! Pros: The house was clean and very spacious! There were several rooms that we did not even use. The house was well stocked with blankets, towels, pool towels, and silverware, dishwater, mugs, etc. There was a fire pit and lawn games (corn hole) that we used almost every night! The house is also very close to some local breweries, wineries, and hiking and about 30 minutes to downtown Charlottesville- great location! Cons: There was no wifi. We weren’t able to use the pool during our visit because of an algae issue, this is something that we were all looking forward to use as part of the amenities. An earlier review mentioned the algae issue, so it would have been nice to know that this was not resolved prior to us arriving. Also, there was a mouse in the house that we trapped in the downstairs bathroom on our last night. We understand there may be rodents due to the farm and animals but this is not something we wanted to see during our trip. I contacted the host due to these issues and am awaiting to hear a response to see if we are able to get any money back. Overall, we would definitely visit the area again but probably look for an alternate place to stay due to some of the issues that we personally experienced during our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
Great views and the house has so many interesting things. Plenty of books, games and old movies to occupy the kids. Only bummer was the pool had an algae bloom so we couldn't swim which took some of the wind out of the sails but plenty of other stuff to do. The ladies liked the nearby shops and I liked the quiet. Caretaker was awesome to talk to as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Duane K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Lovely and Quiet Home
We enjoyed our stay so very much. The house, the furnishings, farm animals, swimming pool were all so delightful. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

TErry M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
We all enjoyed our stay. We had 7 kids and 4 adults. The pool was great. The kids loved the animals. The rooms were large and well maintained. We all enjoyed the movie room. The kitchen had every kind of cooking and eating utensils and devices you could think of. Near by stores, eateries, wineries, breweries and caverns.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cool place to stay
This property is very special if you like country, a beautiful view, and animals. There is a great deck from which to enjoy the view, and a nice pool area. The animals are very friendly, and so cute. The location is convenient for the many wineries, and close enough to Charlottesville if you need town stuff. The only downside is the lack of internet service.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023