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Rugby Retreat | 3 bd, 2.5 ba | Heart of UVA Grounds
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10 out of 10
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3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6224.5 sq m
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Charlottesville, VA
- Downtown Mall3 min drive
- University of Virginia Hospital4 min drive
- University of Virginia5 min drive
- Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)17 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Primary Bedroom
1 King Bed
Queen Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Queen Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Downstairs Half
Toilet
Hall Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Primary Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Rugby Retreat | 3 bd, 2.5 ba | Heart of UVA Grounds
This 1930's brick Cape Cod is conveniently situated on Rugby Road, offering a seamless blend of historic charm and modern convenience. Thoughtfully renovated and professionally designed, Rugby Retreat is a true gem that boasts proximity to both UVA Grounds and downtown Charlottesville. Whether you are a family in town visiting your student, alumni headed to a football game or guests attending a wedding - Rugby Retreat is perfect for your next visit to UVA and Charlottesville.
Inside, you'll find high ceilings, elegant arched doorways, and expansive windows that fill each room with abundant natural light. The private backyard and spacious front yard further enhance the appeal of this property, providing ample space for relaxation and outdoor activities. This house features three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms.
On the first floor is a newly renovated kitchen, traditional dining room, large living room, and sunroom with a TV.
The second floor offers a primary king bed with en-suite bath and 2 queen bedrooms that share a bathroom.
On the 3rd floor is a private loft area with a TV and a desk, perfect for lounging or a quiet workspace. (please note the stairs are narrow and ceilings are low in the loft area).
The backyard offers a large patio area with outdoor seating and a gazebo attached to a covered patio with a day bed - perfect for an afternoon read or an evening glass of wine with friends and family.
Parking: there is off-street parking provided on the driveway, enough for 3 vehicles. The driveway is railroad style i.e. other cars must move for the 1st car to get out. Pulling in and out of the property is a bit tight due to stone walls on either side of the entrance.
Additional Details:
- Charcoal grill: charcoal not provided
- TV in 1st floor sunroom & primary bedroom
- DirectTV streaming app is provided to access live TV
- Standard drip coffee maker: filters & coffee not provided
- Exterior security cameras for your safety
House Rules:
- Guests of Guest Policy: Guests are allowed double the Max Occupancy (12 max) during the hours of 9:00 am – 9:00 PM with the permission of Guesthouses. Outside of said hours Guest agrees only the Max Occupancy will be present at the property. Violation of this policy can result in immediate eviction of Guest with no refund.
- Maximum of 3 cars permitted on the property
Inside, you'll find high ceilings, elegant arched doorways, and expansive windows that fill each room with abundant natural light. The private backyard and spacious front yard further enhance the appeal of this property, providing ample space for relaxation and outdoor activities. This house features three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms.
On the first floor is a newly renovated kitchen, traditional dining room, large living room, and sunroom with a TV.
The second floor offers a primary king bed with en-suite bath and 2 queen bedrooms that share a bathroom.
On the 3rd floor is a private loft area with a TV and a desk, perfect for lounging or a quiet workspace. (please note the stairs are narrow and ceilings are low in the loft area).
The backyard offers a large patio area with outdoor seating and a gazebo attached to a covered patio with a day bed - perfect for an afternoon read or an evening glass of wine with friends and family.
Parking: there is off-street parking provided on the driveway, enough for 3 vehicles. The driveway is railroad style i.e. other cars must move for the 1st car to get out. Pulling in and out of the property is a bit tight due to stone walls on either side of the entrance.
Additional Details:
- Charcoal grill: charcoal not provided
- TV in 1st floor sunroom & primary bedroom
- DirectTV streaming app is provided to access live TV
- Standard drip coffee maker: filters & coffee not provided
- Exterior security cameras for your safety
House Rules:
- Guests of Guest Policy: Guests are allowed double the Max Occupancy (12 max) during the hours of 9:00 am – 9:00 PM with the permission of Guesthouses. Outside of said hours Guest agrees only the Max Occupancy will be present at the property. Violation of this policy can result in immediate eviction of Guest with no refund.
- Maximum of 3 cars permitted on the property
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Guesthouses
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Languages
English
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Amenities
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Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
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
About the area
Charlottesville
Located in Charlottesville, this holiday home is in the city centre. Biscuit Run State Park and Ix Art Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Charlottesville Ice Park and Virginia Discovery Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Charlottesville Pavilion or John Paul Jones Arena. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking nearby.

Charlottesville, VA
What's nearby
- Downtown Mall - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
- The Jefferson Theater - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
- University of Virginia Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
- John Paul Jones Arena - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
- University of Virginia - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Chick-fil-A - 3 min drive
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- Cookout - 19 min walk
- Zaxby's - 19 min walk
- Chipotle Mexican Grill - 3 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Guesthouses

Guesthouses is a locally owned vacation rental company, located in Charlottesville Virginia, offering short-term and extended stay rental services. Originally founded in 1976, Guesthouses was once described by a local paper in 1983 as "the oldest guesthouse service in The United States" -- long before Airbnb was even an idea!
Today, we manage ~60 properties in the greater Charlottesville area and offer an array of rental options: everything from 1 bedroom apartments, an 8 bedroom boutique hotel on the Downtown Mall to historic country estates in the heart of Virginia's wine country. No matter what brings you to our beautiful town, chances are we have a great option to fit your needs.
Today, we manage ~60 properties in the greater Charlottesville area and offer an array of rental options: everything from 1 bedroom apartments, an 8 bedroom boutique hotel on the Downtown Mall to historic country estates in the heart of Virginia's wine country. No matter what brings you to our beautiful town, chances are we have a great option to fit your needs.
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