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Sweet Afton | Country House in Heart of Wine Country

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
TV, fireplace
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Room options

Property grounds

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About the area

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Afton, VA

What's nearby

  • Veritas Vineyard and Winery - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Afton Mountain Vineyards - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Blue Ridge Parkway North Entrance - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Rockfish Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Swannanoa Palace - 6 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Staunton Station - 26 min drive
  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Basic City Beer Co. - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Weasie's Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kline's Dairy Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cookout - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sweet Afton | Country House in Heart of Wine Country

2 bed, 1 bath country cottage in the heart of wine and beer country located in Afton "proper". This quaint cottage sits on 1.55 fenced-in acres (bring the pups!**) with incredible mountain views and a location that is hard to beat. Whether you are coming for the wine/beer hopping, a vineyard wedding (Veritas is a 3 min drive), or to get outdoors (Blueridge Tunnel Trail- 3 min, Shenandoah National Park - 15 min), Sweet Afton is perfect retreat! High speed, 1gig internet in the rural country.
Sweet Afton is a historic cottage, yet recently updated with modern amenities (central heating and air, updated kitchen appliances) and tasteful new furnishings provide a fresh, relaxing and bucolic atmosphere. The plot has well maintained gardens surrounding the house and walkways, a hammock, a fire pit with 6 chairs and two porches to enjoy a morning coffee or evening glass of wine with company.
Upon the entry to the cottage (enter from driveway in the rear) there is a full kitchen with refrigerator and all of the cooking essentials you will need. Off of the kitchen is a spacious dining room (seats 6) with large bay windows providing beautiful mountain views towards the southwest. From the dining room, a central hallway leads through to the front of the house. Off the hallway, are both bedrooms (queen beds), the full bath and an inviting living room with a pull-out couch (king but also can be a double), a TV and a desk. All of the rooms feel very spacious due to the 10 ft ceilings and natural light from the large windows.
On the front of the house is a covered porch with six rocking chairs and a gas grill. Large bushes in front of the house provide privacy from the nearby road.
Truly a perfect retreat with everything you need and a great location.
**There is a $75 pet cleaning fee per dog - max 2 dogs**

Property manager

Guesthouses

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Sweet Afton Country House in Heart of VA Wine Country
Sweet Afton| Country House in Heart of VA Wine Country Afton
477036

Frequently asked questions

Is Sweet Afton | Country House in Heart of Wine Country pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sweet Afton | Country House in Heart of Wine Country?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sweet Afton | Country House in Heart of Wine Country?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sweet Afton | Country House in Heart of Wine Country located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Veritas Vineyard and Winery and within 3 miles (5 km) of Afton Mountain Vineyards and Crozet Tunnel. War Fields and Shenandoah National Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rob C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Afton Stay
Great short getaway in Afton. So close to hikes and wineries. Loved the property for us and our dogs. Fenced in yard was a HUGE bonus. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Endearing Country Cottage
Sweet Afton is a cute country cottage with a few little endearing quirks expected from an older home -- squeaky wood floors, wavy windows, and sometimes prickly door/window operations. The gardens, which provide ample privacy from traffic and neighbors, were beautiful even in September. My favorite was to sit on the back porch and enjoy the view of the gardens, the mountains, and the deer that visited pretty much every morning and evening -- even in the rain. I thought the beds and pillows were comfortable and the bathroom -- although small -- was nicely updated with shelves to store your bath items. The kitchen had everything that I needed (hot water kettle!) -- though I typically bring meals from home that just need warming up. Having live plants in the house definitely made it feel homey. The cottage, besides being in a beautiful setting, was extremely convenient to hiking BRP/SNP and the Blue Ridge Tunnel (which the East entrance was only like a 3-minute drive). It's also convenient if you want to visit the local country/general stores, orchards, and antique stores. Also, I am not an "Apple" user, so figuring out the remotes took a few extra minutes - but not insurmountable, obviously! I did have a few things that I alerted Guesthouses about during my stay and they were very responsive. I think my one recommendation is a quick sweep of the porches and windows before a guest arrives to make it feel a little more inviting. Overall, I would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline L., Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David F., Midlothian, VA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet Afton dreams
Wonderful cottage in the Afton mountains. Convenient to trails, vineyards, and breweries. Yard was completely fenced and even my ever tenacious Jack Russell Terrier could not find an escape - loved watching her run around outside. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cara G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this cottage
This is the second time we have stayed at Sweet Afton. We really enjoy the location and the house itself. We did have an issue with the water "going out" two times on the same day, but Drew came to the house almost immediately to fix it. We plan to stay at this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the cottage
We loved staying with our family and dog in this cute little cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet Afton Really Was Sweet
Perfect farmhouse cottage with an amazing property. House was adorable and fully equipped. The front and back porches were priceless. A big thunderstorm rolled through one night and we sat on the porch and watched it all! Quiet area but the wineries, breweries and distilleries nearby were our favorites! Better views than closer to Monticello and better wine! Blue ridge tunnel was a unique and fun experience. Planning our next visit already!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great country farmhouse with character
Perfect size for our family of 3 and the location was ideal as we were visiting family who live on both sides of Afton Mountain. We had a really nice stay and the location meets our needs so we will definitely book again when we come down to Virginia.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet Afton
We had a great stay at sweet Afton house and bathroom remodel was a huge improvement. Our only complaint was grass needed mowed when we arrived. Contacted host upon arrival to request mowing as soon as possible. Host committed to Wednesay, two days after our arrival for a 4-night stay. Grass wasn't mowed until Thursday, the day before our departure. No communication from host to follow up on our concern. We love spending time outdoors with our dog, so playtime and clean up was difficult.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Afton
Great home in beautiful setting
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great farmhouse stay
Perfect little farmhouse in an ideal location in the VA wine region! The big yard and views were a big bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday get away
We stayed two nights with our pup. The house was very clean and just as described. A great location between the Afton Mountain and Veritas Wineries, both within a mile of the house. Very well appointed kitchen which we appreciated and used both nights. Nice television with many streaming options. Loved the fully fenced backyard with the fire pit for our dog to run. We'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house in the mountains
Cute house, great property. Close to fun hikes. We did the Blue Ridge Tunnel. Very close to multiple vineyards and breweries . Loved the neighbors dog who came to say hi.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Virginia classic
Exceptional Virginia home, beautiful views, convenient location and perfect for pups. You made my visit to my hometown memorable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sagar P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vineyard Getaway
This property was well equipped and a great stay for us including our dog. The yard is big and fenced in. Great location with plenty of local vineyards.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Suzanne K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet Afton Weekend
Lovely weekend away with our pups.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice space with garden
Property was somewhat secluded with a nice garden. Inside was clean and well decorated & supplied. Not much privacy as you can easily hear talking throughout house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Tim and Corinne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fence Yard Paradise
Booked for a few days to get some work done without too many distractions. My dog LOVED the huge fenced yard and had a grand time. I enjoyed the beautiful flowers growing in the gardens. It's a lovely home and the wifi was ridiculously fast. Has a great kitchen too and comfortable bedrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet Afton is well named.
We spent a very relaxing week here. Sweet Afton is a lovely farmhouse about two miles from the southern tip of Shenandoah National Park. It is very well situated for hiking, and near some nice wineries, cideries, and breweries. There are plenty of restaurants of all types within a short drive. The house itself was just about perfect. The kitchen was well appointed, the beds comfortable, and the the decor was calming and restful. The bathroom was a bit of a tight squeeze, but manageable. The porches were the perfect place for birdwatching, reading, or just relaxing, and the garden was so pretty. We look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great mountain views
A perfect weekend get away for a couple or a small family. The house is beautifully decorated and the kitchen is adequately stocked. The property is well maintained and the gardens are gorgeous. The location is close to a varety of attractions. We will definitely be returning. I am already missing the fresh mountain air.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Natalie Z., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We stayed with our 2 dogs, who really loved the yard. Quaint old house, good for 2 people. Excellent area to stay in, recommend for a nice getaway in the mountains near Charlottesville.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We had a wonderful time at this sweet cottage in the Shenandoahs. The yard was huge and the view was gorgeous. The cottage was old but had such character and was well equipped. We really enjoyed our stay so much. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L., Richmond

Liked: Cleanliness
SIMPLY AMAZING
This house delivered as both a simple, quiet escape and a wonderful adventure. It is a simple, rustic, charming farmhouse with views of the mountains in a great location to the activities we love (hiking, wineries, breweries, etc.). However, it is more charming and spacious than it appears in photos. The houseplants are such a warm touch. It is well appointed, especially the kitchen ... we cooked a lot while there. And, the fenced in yard is a retreat all to itself and our dog especially enjoyed it! It was cold and snowed during our stay so we appreciated the gas fireplace. We look forward to returning and spending more time outdoors, enjoying the backyard firepit and front/back porches sometime in the near future. The spring blooms were appearing and I can only imagine how gorgeous the plants/flowers will be. And, the property management team is amazing ... super friendly & responsive ... great customer service!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cara G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot in Afton
The property had an amazing fenced in yard and very lovely home. It was the kind of place that made you feel comfortable upon entering. The property management team was amazing and immediately helped with a plumbing issue. We would definitely stay at this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Shannon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay over Thanksgiving
Great location in relation to vineyards. Not as secluded as pic's make you think but overall, House was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022