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

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A wooden staircase leading to a deck with a railing, a potted plant, and a metal chair.
A kitchen with dark cabinets, a window, a sink, and a dining table with chairs.
A living room with a blue armchair, a wooden cabinet, and a television.
A living room with a fireplace, a green sofa with a yellow pillow, a wooden side table with a remote control, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.
A forest path with dense pink flowering bushes on either side.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
The current price is $187
$165 nightly
$187 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23

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Stanardsville, VA
  • Place, Autumn Hill Winery
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Stanardsville Town Office
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Greene County Library
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Stanardsville

With a stay at this apartment in Stanardsville, you'll be in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Shenandoah National Park and Autumn Hill Winery. .This apartment is 5 mi (8 km) from Stanardsville Town Office and 5.2 mi (8.3 km) from Greene County Library.
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What's nearby

  • Autumn Hill Winery - 9 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Stanardsville Town Office - 12 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Greene County Library - 13 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Glass House Winery - 21 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Swift Run Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 22 min drive - 12.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Maybelle’s On Main - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sal's Pizzeria & Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pupuseria Los Robles - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bearrr Appetit - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Family Mexican Restaurant & Latino Store - ‬10 min drive

About this property

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.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please leave the cows alone and close all gates securely behind you. Do not touch wire fences as they may be electrified.

Hunting and ATV use on the property is not allowed.

Please do not go on main house porches to respect resident’s privacy

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This was a beautiful and quiet place to spend your nights between hiking and exploring Shenandoah national park! Highly recommend and would come back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Great place...beautiful property and it was cozy and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice location, convenient to many fun things to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

dustin b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The small house was cozy and the property is a great location for a weekend getaway, especially in the autumn season.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Zachary N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Cozy and neat. Very peaceful
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hayley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, enjoyed the peace and quiet and a stroll through the pastures. Host was very responsive to questions and the laundry worked great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Used the water dryer and kitchen and had everything we needed. Beautiful sunset across farm yard. In the heart of wine country. Great get away.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One night stay, kitchen had everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great little spot! We were only there one night, but it was very quiet and had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The grounds were beautiful and the area quiet. The house had all the necessities. Everything was as described on line.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richele B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Isabell N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful and feels just like a home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

J W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing, quiet, and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely gorgeous property tucked away in the picturesque mountains of Virginia. We loved our stay here!! The property was perfect for our family of 4. We were a super quick commute to Shenandoah National Park, lots of places to eat and so many beautiful wineries. We would love to stay again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

m n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place

Provided great place to relax/sleep during a busy weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dominic B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we needed!

This cabin was perfect and on such a beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Walter C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy house

Very nice and clean place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

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

10/10 Excellent

AIZI

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Tje room was very clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lorii B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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