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1802 cottage once part of Monticello and owned by Thomas Jefferson

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Golf
Cottage 50 feet from pool area
20 x 40 salt water pool
Outdoor spa tub
looking out from fire pit and dual hammocks

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Charlottesville, VA
  • Monticello
    ‪87 min walk‬
  • Downtown Mall
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • University of Virginia
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

1802 cottage once part of Monticello and owned by Thomas Jefferson

Auburn Hill MADISON cottage Circa 1802 offer a peaceful private setting on a historic horse farm once owned by Thomas Jefferson and part of the original Monticello estate, a UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE. with close proximity to wineries (10 minutes), town (12 minutes), Monticello (next door neighbor), Rivanna River(borders the property) Carter mountain (8 minutes), Clifton Inn ( 2 minutes) and many other activities. The cottage dates back to 1805, the property was once part of Monticelo and owned by Thomas Jefferson. It has been completely updated and modernized, combining the best of both worlds. There is a private lake (catch and release fishing), along with a 14 foot dingy for those qualified to operate it!

A "Jimmy Buffet Key West" 20 x 40 heated salt water pool complex with a PRIVATE HIIGH END JACUZZI FOR EACH COTTAGE a large grill with side burner, two large bars, pavilion, indoor/outdoor showers, bathroom/changing room, multiple outdoor games, two fire pit, two double hammocks and mountain/pasture views with complete privacy to enjoy the area. Most times it will be only you at the pool area. It is a working farm so there will be help around the farm to keep it well groomed for visitors.

Magical setting for watching wildlife like the bald eagles soaring down the river, multiple deer grazing in the fields, geese and ducks floating on the lake, or Great Blue Heron trying to catch lunch. Once on the farm you do not see any close neighbors (cottage is near main house, but situated to maximize privacy), unless you count looking up at the distant hillside to Monticello(see photo). The whistle or light rumbling of the distant train across the river can be heard on occasion. You can walk down to the rivers edge and sit on a large bolder watching the occasion kayakers floating down the river(or bring your own). James Monroe's home is only 10 minutes away, along with 14 wineries and 15 beer or cider breweries within 10 miles of the farm.

Property manager

Steve
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Charlottesville

Located in Charlottesville, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. James Monroe's Highland and Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection of U.Va. are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Downtown Mall and Corner District. Virginia Discovery Museum and Charlottesville Ice Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Charlottesville, VA

What's nearby

  • Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Downtown Mall - 13 min drive - 10.9 km
  • University of Virginia Hospital - 14 min drive - 13.8 km
  • University of Virginia - 18 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Carter Mountain Orchard - 22 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Charlottesville Station - 20 min drive
  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Maple Pine Breakfast & Thai Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 1802 cottage once part of Monticello and owned by Thomas Jefferson have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 1802 cottage once part of Monticello and owned by Thomas Jefferson pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 1802 cottage once part of Monticello and owned by Thomas Jefferson?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1802 cottage once part of Monticello and owned by Thomas Jefferson?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1802 cottage once part of Monticello and owned by Thomas Jefferson located?

Located in the heart of Charlottesville, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Arcady Vineyard and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Jefferson Vineyards. David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center and Smith Education Center and James Monroe's Highland are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 71 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandon F.

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

Beautiful Spot! Highly Recommend! Close town!

We absolutely loved our stay here! Absolutely beautiful property inside and out, perfect cozy spot, caught the snow which was beautiful! Only 15 minutes from town. We will definitely be back, and we loved the Alley Light suggestion from the owner which was incredible! All around it was a perfect stay, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Historic 1802 Farm Property

Excellent location for our visit to Monticello and Charlottesville. The cottage was very clean and comfortable and the foothills scenery - plus wildlife - was beautiful. The weather was a bit cool for the hot tub but the farm and pastures were exactly the respite for which we were planning. Our host, Steve, called to check in and offer recommendations. Great visit to Monticello, Jefferson Vineyards, the Highlands, Boars Head and Charlottesville.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whitney H.

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

Wonderful Getaway Stay

My husband and I came up for a few days to just get away and we didnt know what to expect. Steve surpassed all of our expectations and we left feeling refreshed from our trip and made a new friend along the way! The hospitality was excellent and we loved being greeted by the farm mascot, Casey! We will be back. The farm has the most beautiful views, the hot tubs are a wonderful added bonus as well as all the amenities provided. Thank you again Steve for being such a wonderful host!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey S.

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

A delightfully secluded getaway spot!!!

My lifelong friend and I came for a girls weekend in October and this property did not disappoint!! It is an absolutely beautiful place; peaceful and quiet. There were two other groups of guests staying in the other two rentals, but they were all awesome. My only regret is that we weren't able to stay longer. I would absolutely recommend this property to anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle and just unwind for a bit. The fall foliage was absolutely stunning, there were deer roaming everywhere, and the American flag was proudly displayed in multiple spots. We loved this place so much that we plan to return next year!! 10 out of 10, highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Emily W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cutest Getaway

It was a great place for a getaway from the city. Loved seeing the animals around the farm.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a hidden gem in a convenient location near a winery and historical attractions. Definitely for a nature lover! No frills or fuss-just a cool place with nice amenities. The Jefferson dwelling is not for tall people as the ceiling is low. The host is hospitable and the place is very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

mike t.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

madison cottage

Nice place but small. We were expecting a cottage not the attic. So not much space to lounge in.Luckily the weather was great so we spent most of our downtime out by the pool which is a gorgeous place to hang out!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

Late summer getaway.

One of those places I don’t want too many to know about because I want to return again and again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a lovely property. Quiet and rustic yet close to Monticello and Charlottesville. Easy to find. Everything was just as pictured and Steve and Casey were perfect hosts. The pool was refreshing after a hot day at Monticello and our own private hot tub overlooking the meadow was very relaxing. The suite was cool and VERY clean... a high priority for me. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Annie F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Nice area

This property has the potential to be absolutely beautiful. We stayed in the Madison which is the bungalow above the Jefferson. We knew the ceilings would be sloped but decided that since we're both average height it would probably be ok. I'm 5'7" my husband is 5'11", the ceilings were really too slanted for us, we kept bumping our heads all weekend. But as I said, we did know this and chose to stay anyway. The property itself was a little odd and we couldn't figure out what was going on there. There were a lot of dead plants in the landscaping and weeds growing up. The main house looks like it may not be currently occupied. Although the owner said he was just gone for the weekend, the porches had leaves and debris all over them making us think no one has been there in a while. There are a number of additional buildings which look to be used as storage. There were a number of cars on the property scattered about. This all gave it a very different feel from what was in the advertised photos. Additionally, when we got into bed the first night our sheets smelled very bad! They smelled like someone had forgotten them in the washer after the cleaning cycle was done. It was too late for us to call anyone for a new set so we just let them air out and removed the pillow that was the worst. This property is very close to historic homes, hiking and downtown Charlottesville which has some great restaurants. Overall we enjoyed our trip but probably wouldn't choose this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maura R.

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

Perfect Vacation

We had an amazing visit. The host was friendly & welcoming. We were truly able to recharge. We swam, grilled, relaxed in the hot tub, went fishing, hiked & explored the local area. The views on this property were absolutely stunning. The sunsets were breathtaking. Monticello, downtown Charlottesville, winery’s, brewery’s & restaurants were all a short distance. If you like a fancy grocery store, Wegmans is 20 minutes away. This beautiful farm made it easy to relax. We cannot thank our hosts enough for their excellent hospitality, highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

S W.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Excellent location/vacation EXCEPT . . . . .

The view/location was amazing, beautiful mountain view, pristine pool area and functional rooms. However, my wife has significant allergies (which is why we always book at places that don’t permit pets/animals). When we arrived, we immediately noticed the odor of mold. Though the remainder of the house was clean and tidy, we discovered that both of the a/c units had mold that were putting mold spores into the air and my wife immediately began having trouble breathing. Though it was late (after 2100) we notified the owner of the issues but he did not respond to our text until the next morning. By then I had already gone out to purchase cleaning supplies and my wife had already cleaned the a/c units. She was able to breath the remainder of our stay. The folks in the room below complained to us that their a/c also had mold. Not sure if they told the owner or not. We were given a $5.00 bottle of wine for our troubles. I would expect better treatment, especially since my wife cleaned their units for them, which took her over 2 hours.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Brandon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy

A bit disappointed

The place was cute and clean, but the unit we had was very small. The upstairs unit had slanted ceilings so I spent the weekend hitting my head and ducking the entire time. I’m only 5’ 9”, but I felt like a giant in a kid’s place house. In top of the that, the private pool and hot tub weren’t private at all. In fact, the pool is shared by all the guests and the hot tub wash fenced in and at the far end of the property, not at all convenient or romantic. It was a beautiful farm and very cute, the wildlife was amazing and proximity to downtown C’Ville was good, but I won’t do it again. The property owner and farm manager were extremely nice and professional.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

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

A quaint cottage

I had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

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

great weekend getaway!

This was the perfect little spot for a quick weekend getaway. Super cozy and the most perfect, breezy beautiful farm!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. The space was smaller than we thought it would be based on the description.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janece E.

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

Madison Not For Us, But Cowboy Was Great

My husband and I checked in for our 8 day stay in the Madison at Auburn Hill Farm and immediately had a problem. He’s 6’3” and the ceilings were mostly closer to mid 5’ range. Thankfully, the host was able to accommodate us by moving us to The Cowboy Hideaway. This spacious cabin had all of the amenities we needed and more. There was a private hot tub, grill, patio set and fire pit with tons of views. We truly enjoyed our stay on the property.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Melinda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Gorgeous farm…

Do not stay in this unit(Madison) if you are over 5’5”. Ceiling is very low, dormers make it lower. Parking is far from unit with no night time lighting on the pathway. I was there during the fall and the colors were magnificent! The farm was beautiful. The area great to explore. Host leaves no book with recommendations of laces to see or restaurants to enjoy. People in town were very friendly and helped me out a lot. A book with that and instructions for the stove, check out process, etc. would be helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

amy s.

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

Relaxation

We loved the property and Steve had so many electronic finishing touches that made all the difference in the world. He was such a kind person! The mattress wasn't very firm but other than that, the whole place and experience was great. We plan to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami J.

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

Virginia getaway

Nice visit to the area. Central location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B., Maryland, USA

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

Beautiful, Relaxing, Getaway

We rented both the top and bottom units for our girls weekend and had an amazing time! The pool and it’s amenities were were great :) The cottage was cozy. The location was perfect! Steven was very kind and responsive. It was a nice getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B., Washington, DC

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

A Restful Stay at a Beautiful Place

What a lovely weekend we had at Steve’s beautiful home. The location is perfect for winery tours, the University, some remarkable regional restaurants, or just to relax by the pool. We will definitely be returning, either with another couple or just the two of us, for another perfect getaway. Thank you, Steve, for your hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridgett P.

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

Beautiful home

The home and grounds are stunning! Steven was responsive and provided excellent local suggestions!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

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

Great property

We enjoyed our stay. We had everything we needed. The property is beautiful and the pool is a bonus. We also enjoyed having a Keurig so that we could bring our favorite coffee!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

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

Perfect

Perfect cottage for our Charlottesville stay! Central to where we visited. Pool was refreshing at the end of the day. Steve and Casey were wonderful hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Steve

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I am well traveled and have own a hotel in the past. Have remodeled or built over 300 homes. When setting up the cottages I took all my knowledge and that of many friends that travel to try and maximize the experience for my guests. You will find many unique thoughtful touches in the cottage and around the property. I use high end quality materials and as an example have a "Oh my I forgot that box" filled with multiple items like toothpaste, sewing kit, 3m stickies, medical supplies along with many other rites for the use of the guests. All there are wireless chargers?plug connections for other devices, both in the bedroom and living room. I am completing a laundry room. which be bale to be scheduled for use by the guests. I have locked storage for the expensive bikes or equipment available for the guests.

Why they chose this property

Setting, history, lake, river and proximity to town but in the country. There is an old road in the back of the farm that the carriages used to travel onto get to Monticello and other areas. I have dug up arrowheads, bear teeth, porcelains, stained glass, old forged tools, whiskey barrel bands, beautiful cut glass, old hand made glass, an 1910 license plate, old child's metal fire truck, bottles and much more. Throughout the property there are some very old plants that are very hard to find anymore. The small house on your left as you come down the driveway is the old one room school house for the area. If you go up to Monticello make sure you look at the bronze sculpture map showing the Monticello lands as of the war of 1812.., the cottage is on the sculpture.

What makes this property unique

Have another 1100 acre farm about 15 minutes away for the use of my guests. Many miles of hiking trails, along with both a 14 and 3 acre lake available for use, including catch & release fishing.

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