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Pete's Place: Forest retreat near wineries, Blue Ridge School, and Shenandoah NP

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, travel cot, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 574 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
The current price is AU$326
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb

About this property

Entire place

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

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

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

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Property grounds

Relax at 3100 feet and enjoy the peace and tranquility

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (70)
Relax at 3100 feet and enjoy the peace and tranquility

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 first aid kit
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

About the area

Map
Stanardsville, VA

What's nearby

  • Shenandoah National Park - 14 min drive
  • Swift Run Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 17 min drive
  • Stone Mountain Vineyards - 20 min drive
  • Massanutten Water Park - 34 min drive
  • University of Virginia - 39 min drive

Getting around

  • Charlottesville Station - 41 min drive
  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle) - 28 min drive

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Pete's Place: Forest retreat near wineries, Blue Ridge School, and Shenandoah NP pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pete's Place: Forest retreat near wineries, Blue Ridge School, and Shenandoah NP?

As of 17 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pete's Place: Forest retreat near wineries, Blue Ridge School, and Shenandoah NP on 18 Feb 2025 start from AU$326.15, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Pete's Place: Forest retreat near wineries, Blue Ridge School, and Shenandoah NP?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pete's Place: Forest retreat near wineries, Blue Ridge School, and Shenandoah NP?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pete's Place: Forest retreat near wineries, Blue Ridge School, and Shenandoah NP located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Kilaurwen Winery and within 6 miles (10 km) of Autumn Hill Winery and Stanardsville Town Office. Shenandoah National Park and Greene County Library are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Pete's Place: Forest retreat near wineries, Blue Ridge School, and Shenandoah NP Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roger b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Piece and Quite
Wife and I stayed here to visit family and do some exploring of area. We loved the house and the location. We live in the country so it was like being at home to us.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Old Rag Hike
Place was “as advertised “. Clean & everything worked.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Zachary N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot for Weekend Getaway
Was an overall great place to stay if your plan is to goto shenandoah national park.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

deborah, Cedarhurst

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property with outdoor space. View of night sky is gorgeous on clear nights. Description is completely accurate. Well appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cute home
My friends and I enjoyed our stay at this lovely country home in VA. We wanted to stay close to Shenandoah NP and it was a quick drive over. Any issues we had the property manager and owner were quick to respond. They’re very kind. The place was very clean and provided us with enough amenities for a long weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorii B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great apartment!
Three of us stayed two nights in this lovely apartment. It was well appointed and the property is beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy house
Very nice and clean place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

sun young

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominic B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blueridge getaway
A wonderful place ,clean ,comfortable ,ideal for a quiet get away.Easy access to main roads and activities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed!
This cabin was perfect and on such a beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our needs.
Everything went perfectly because of the good communication by the host.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elwood C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax
A quite get away
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lea L., Norfolk,VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Pete's Place
Pete's place was a great getaway. Just a quick drive to some great hikes in Shenandoah National Park. The house was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. Plan to visit again in the fall!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHN C.

Liked: Cleanliness
1 night in Greene County
After a day trip to Staunton the apartment was a great place to unwind. Privacy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

m n.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place
Provided great place to relax/sleep during a busy weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Marie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
One night after a wedding
Perfect spot to place ours heads on the pillow for the night after a wedding, and have coffee in the morning before heading out. Beautiful property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property. The house fit us perfectly for what we needed. We had our two adult daughters with us, so the two twin beds in second bedroom were perfect. It was also close to the Shenandoah NP which we visited both days. There was a grocery store and places to eat not far up the road. If we were ever in the area again we would certainly stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil Setting
Great location if you are looking for peace and quiet (deer, squirrels, one fat gopher) and close proximity to the App Trail/Shenandoah National Park. I always enjoy having a full sized fridge, oven, and microwave when on vacation or traveling in order to avoid going out to eat ($$$) all the time and packing on the pounds. Full sized W/D as well helps avoid having to pack stale smelling clothes from your hikes!
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richele B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Perfect Relaxing Getaway
We loved our stay! The property was gorgeous and the rental was spotless and welcoming. Would 100% recommend a stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We rented this property for a girls trip. It was a beautiful property.definitely will book again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
Lovely place to stay! My friend and I loved the home- very clean, comfortable, and cozy. The location was absolutely beautiful. Also, it was great to be so close to the Shenandoah National Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

traci M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unwind time with spouse, family or friends.
Great getaway - all the furnishings of home. Secluded, nobody around but us. Watch the Winter Season's sunset view surrounded by a fence of mountains. Great property to explore. Stairs to enter.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful, serene, perfect family getaway. Everything was thoughtful and well appointed. We were incredibly comfortable.

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect couples retreat--Outstanding Owner support
Loved from the moment we arrived; attractive, clean, modern, with excellent automatic outdoor lighting. Property was neat and well groomed. Wow, once we got inside! Great attention to detail, fully equipped kitchen and bathroom (large shampoo/conditioner/body wash, hair dryer, etc.) with towels fluffier that we have at home. Beds were nicely made with nice bedding, good lighting throughout, even had a flashlight by the bed. Living room was excellent place to relax in between activities at a nearby family reunion. Hubs loved that it was a large modern smart TV like he is used to, not a typical small old TV you find in some places. Owner was extremely responsive and went above and beyond to answer every question we had, no matter how nitnoid. Her Dad even came down from main house to help us get access to the basic TV channels; every TV app you can think of was loaded on the TV, but we needed the basic channels to get Cowboys football for hubs. We will be back! Thank you for our lovely stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022