Living in New York City It has many benefits, but one thing that always seems to be missing is space. Second is the quiet. When I was looking for Airbnbs during a long weekend in the UK, I wanted to find somewhere quiet. CharlottesvilleFor a baby shower for a close friend, I didn’t find the apartments or townhouses near the college in. For that reason—and to be closer to some of the wineries my travel buddy and I wanted to visit—I expanded our search to include the wider Charlottesville area, and came across this gem of a property in Crozet, about a 35-minute drive away from the Downtown Mall.
The rustic two-bedroom cottage, situated on a 400-acre farm, we drove down a long, unpaved dirt road—I’ll admit, a bigger car, or one with four-wheel drive, would have been nice, but ultimately wasn’t necessary so long as we drove slowly. Upon arrival, we could just barely make out the yellow house further down the road where the host family lives—it really felt like we were on our own endless stretch of land surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains. It was a weekend of tranquility, with the sounds of cicadas and birds chirping.
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Courtesy Airbnb
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Madison Flager
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Madison Flager
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Madison Flager
Airbnb
Idyllic Virginia cottage retreat
A hammock, Adirondack chairs, and grill surround a firepit at the back of the home, giving it a camp-like feel. This is the perfect spot for a lazy, slow morning, soaking in nature and sipping on coffee. reading a good book The screened-in patio is a great place to relax. For those who want to be creative, there is an easel with paints, a canvas and paints, as well as a shelf full of board games and other puzzles, in the front hallway closet. If you are planning to cook at the house, it is best to buy supplies before you arrive. The nearest general store can be reached in 15 minutes.
The family took care to showcase the area with QR codes that directed guests to playlists with local bluegrass music. They also provided a comprehensive guidebook, which included food and drink recommendations, as well as suggestions for activities. We consulted this before going to Pro Re Nata to enjoy pizza and live music.
There are many places to visit in the area. wineries (as we were), you’re an easy drive away—we stopped by Stinson VineyardsWe’ll be heading to Charlottesville, Virginia, for Bold Rock Cider, apple cider donuts and the view. Carter Mountain Orchard.
Back inside our little weekend abode, there’s a cohesive hodgepodge of vintage furniture and decor—funky armchairs and layers of rugs that add a coziness to the space, Architectural Digest There are magazines from the 1980s and a coffee table which may or may have not been used as a drum. Two bedrooms are available, one each on the first and second floors. There is also a bathroom located downstairs. Upstairs, there is a small workspace for those who need to do some work or write (the desk faces a large window that overlooks the mountains). The space is perfect for two people, but you can sleep four in the two rooms. Past guests have included couples, families and girlfriend groups.
One thing we missed was the opportunity to meet Sampson, the family pony. He roams the land with two other sheep. We did, however, see a herd on the hill. The next time I need some peace and tranquility, I will definitely be back.
