10/10 Excellent
Joanna C.
12 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Best!
Joanna C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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Beautiful Home Near Charlottesville And Harrisonburg In Shenandoah Valley
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8269.4 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Waynesboro, VA
- Frontier Culture Museum13 min drive
- Mary Baldwin College14 min drive
- American Shakespeare Center14 min drive
- Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)29 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Futon
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Beautiful Home Near Charlottesville And Harrisonburg In Shenandoah Valley
This home is 2 miles from highway 64 in Waynesboro, VA in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. It is a 2900 sq. ft. 4 bedroom 3 full bath ranch on 13 acres, sleeps 8-10 and was completely remodeled in 2018.
It is centrally located, only 30 minutes from Wintergreen resort, Charlottesville/ University of Virginia, Harrisonburg/James Madison University and Lexington and 15 minutes from the Blue Ridge parkway. Several wineries/breweries are minutes away.
There is high-speed wifi, so bring your laptop and stay connected while you are here. The kitchen is fully-equipped to prepare a meal or you can enjoy one of the area restaurants within minutes of the house.
This four bedroom home is perfect for groups needing a little more room. Two bedrooms have king beds and the 3rd bedroom has a queen bed. There is a day bed with two twin mattress and a queen air mattress when requested as well.
Behind the house is a patio with a wonderful view of the property and the Blue Ridge Mountains. In the Fall the colors of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Shenandoah Valley are amazing. There is a 550 sq ft game/conference room with a High Def TV, mini bar, sink and small refrigerator.
Other amenities include:
-Coffee pot with 12 cup capacity and individual pods a well
-Full size front loading washer and dryer.
-Xbox
-Board games and puzzles
-Organic shampoo/body wash and conditioner is provided.
-We feed the fish in the pond every other day Spring-Fall and would love to have you help us when visiting. Stocked, catch and release fishing pond for kids only to fish with adult supervision
It is centrally located, only 30 minutes from Wintergreen resort, Charlottesville/ University of Virginia, Harrisonburg/James Madison University and Lexington and 15 minutes from the Blue Ridge parkway. Several wineries/breweries are minutes away.
There is high-speed wifi, so bring your laptop and stay connected while you are here. The kitchen is fully-equipped to prepare a meal or you can enjoy one of the area restaurants within minutes of the house.
This four bedroom home is perfect for groups needing a little more room. Two bedrooms have king beds and the 3rd bedroom has a queen bed. There is a day bed with two twin mattress and a queen air mattress when requested as well.
Behind the house is a patio with a wonderful view of the property and the Blue Ridge Mountains. In the Fall the colors of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Shenandoah Valley are amazing. There is a 550 sq ft game/conference room with a High Def TV, mini bar, sink and small refrigerator.
Other amenities include:
-Coffee pot with 12 cup capacity and individual pods a well
-Full size front loading washer and dryer.
-Xbox
-Board games and puzzles
-Organic shampoo/body wash and conditioner is provided.
-We feed the fish in the pond every other day Spring-Fall and would love to have you help us when visiting. Stocked, catch and release fishing pond for kids only to fish with adult supervision
Property manager
BARB SWETT
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Amenities
Kitchen
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Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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- Washer
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- Air conditioning
House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Please approve the allowed events with us.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Please approve the allowed events with us.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Waynesboro
Located in Waynesboro, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Bunker Valley Golf Range and Barren Ridge Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Windmill Square and Staunton Mall. Consider Hermitage Hill Farm & Stables for a night out or War Fields if you're travelling with kids. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
Waynesboro, VA
What's nearby
- Frontier Culture Museum - 13 min drive - 14.8 km
- Mary Baldwin College - 14 min drive - 16.5 km
- Blue Ridge Parkway North Entrance - 14 min drive - 17.8 km
- American Shakespeare Center - 14 min drive - 16.6 km
- Wintergreen Resort - 36 min drive - 32.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 5 min drive
- McDonald's - 8 min drive
- Golden Corral - 9 min drive
- Wendy's - 4 min drive
- Sonic Drive-In - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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10/10
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10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
susan c.
21 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall Football Fun
susan c.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
John G.
8 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Home in Stuarts Draft
John G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
DAVID P., STEVENSVILLE
27 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Ranch Home in great location
DAVID P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rod M., Medway, MA
23 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Stay
Rod M.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lauren K., New york
10 November 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Stay!
Lauren K.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
28 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cooking with a view!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Miriam R.
2 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect bachelorette weekend at Beverley Manor!
Miriam R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Tracey H.
5 December 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Amazing!!!
Tracey H.
10/10 Excellent
Nicole P.
17 November 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Slice of Perfection
Nicole P.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
10/10 Excellent
Danielle P.
17 November 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perfect Home Away from Home
Danielle P.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
10/10 Excellent
Karen O.
4 November 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Weekend
Karen O.
10/10 Excellent
Matt H.
14 October 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house!
Matt H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
10/10 Excellent
John B., Clayton, NC. 27520
24 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting
John B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Steven H.
24 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding weekend!
Steven H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Sherry S.
9 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Reunion
Sherry S.
10/10 Excellent
Rachel M.
6 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Stay!
Rachel M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Claire P.
30 May 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway!
Claire P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
10/10 Excellent
Joyita M.
22 May 2019
Beautiful property, warm hosts
Joyita M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
10/10 Excellent
Karen N.
11 February 2019
Amazing Home!
Karen N.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
10/10 Excellent
Corin A.
20 August 2018
Great House, Great Location and Great Owners!
Corin A.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Linda W., near Des Moines, Iowa
14 August 2018
Love!
Linda W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
Leon G.
27 July 2018
Very clean and up to date!
Leon G.
10/10 Excellent
Dave K.
9 June 2018
Beautiful house!
Dave K.
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About the host
Hosted by BARB SWETT
A LITTLE ABOUT JOHN AND BARB
We moved into the Cape Cod style home you can see from the back windows in 1999.
In 2020 we sold that home and moved into this Airbnb while we build our new home next door (other side of the barn). We moved there in Oct. 2022. We have a grown daughter, son-in-law, and grand-daughter who live in Johnson City, Tennessee. We owned and ran the Ace Hardware in Stuarts Draft for 18 years and retired from it in 2014. Currently we manage this property, along with one other. We are also co-owners of an organic body care company called La sunflower. If you enjoyed the shampoo/body wash and other body care products we provided for you for your stay and would like to shop our in-home store, just let us know. We also ship nationwide, lasunflower.com
Why they chose this property
A LITTLE ABOUT THIS PLACE
This home was built in 1974 by John and Marilyn Swett, who had four boys. John and Marilyn, (and now their middle son John Jr. and his wife Barb), have been the only owners of this home for 40 plus years. When the land was purchased, it was a field of thistles. All the trees you see were hand planted by John Sr., and the pond also came about from the labor of John and his sons. Over the years, there have been many cherished Swett family gatherings on this property. All of the kids, grandkids and great-grandkids of John and Marilyn have wonderful memories of fishing, riding the tractor, working with Dad / Grandpa on projects and being spoiled by Marilyn including eating her wonderful cooking. The two homes you see from the back patio sit on the property originally owned by John and Marilyn. After John and Marilyn passed, John Junior and his wife Barb, wanted to keep control of the home and still use it for family gatherings like we have for the last 40 years. We did a complete remodel and finished in the spring of 2018. John and Marilyn would be thrilled to know that the home they love so much is still being used by the family and shared with others from around the world!
This home was built in 1974 by John and Marilyn Swett, who had four boys. John and Marilyn, (and now their middle son John Jr. and his wife Barb), have been the only owners of this home for 40 plus years. When the land was purchased, it was a field of thistles. All the trees you see were hand planted by John Sr., and the pond also came about from the labor of John and his sons. Over the years, there have been many cherished Swett family gatherings on this property. All of the kids, grandkids and great-grandkids of John and Marilyn have wonderful memories of fishing, riding the tractor, working with Dad / Grandpa on projects and being spoiled by Marilyn including eating her wonderful cooking. The two homes you see from the back patio sit on the property originally owned by John and Marilyn. After John and Marilyn passed, John Junior and his wife Barb, wanted to keep control of the home and still use it for family gatherings like we have for the last 40 years. We did a complete remodel and finished in the spring of 2018. John and Marilyn would be thrilled to know that the home they love so much is still being used by the family and shared with others from around the world!
What makes this property unique
A LITTLE ABOUT THIS AREA
Although our address is Waynesboro, we consider ourselves part of Stuarts Draft. If you head left out of the driveway and go to the end of Augusta Farms Road, turn right, Stuarts Draft is straight ahead. For quicker needs this is the place to go. There is a Food Lion grocery store, Walgreens, Ace Hardware and several small restaurants. If you'd like a more upscale grocery store we recommend Martin's in Waynesboro.
In the summer Shenandoah acres is a great place to take the kids. It has a man made beach and swimming area.
Sherando Lake is fairly close and part of George Washington and Jefferson National Forest.
The Cheese Shop is pretty famous around here and very close to the house.
Frontier culture Museum is only about 10 minutes down the road and very interesting/educational.
Barren Ridge Winery has a pretty view and is the closest winery to this location, but there are many more within 15-20 minutes in the Afton area.
Wintergreen Resort is 20 minutes away
The brewery voted best in Virginia is Blue Mountain Brewery, about 15 minutes from here, gorgeous views and great food. Our favorite place to get wonderful Reubans and amazing pizza.
Feel like ice cream? Take a left out of the driveway and go 1.4 miles, right past the school is a small Shopping Center. Dap’s Ice Cream and Burgers carries Hershey ice cream, burgers and butter parmesan fries!
Although our address is Waynesboro, we consider ourselves part of Stuarts Draft. If you head left out of the driveway and go to the end of Augusta Farms Road, turn right, Stuarts Draft is straight ahead. For quicker needs this is the place to go. There is a Food Lion grocery store, Walgreens, Ace Hardware and several small restaurants. If you'd like a more upscale grocery store we recommend Martin's in Waynesboro.
In the summer Shenandoah acres is a great place to take the kids. It has a man made beach and swimming area.
Sherando Lake is fairly close and part of George Washington and Jefferson National Forest.
The Cheese Shop is pretty famous around here and very close to the house.
Frontier culture Museum is only about 10 minutes down the road and very interesting/educational.
Barren Ridge Winery has a pretty view and is the closest winery to this location, but there are many more within 15-20 minutes in the Afton area.
Wintergreen Resort is 20 minutes away
The brewery voted best in Virginia is Blue Mountain Brewery, about 15 minutes from here, gorgeous views and great food. Our favorite place to get wonderful Reubans and amazing pizza.
Feel like ice cream? Take a left out of the driveway and go 1.4 miles, right past the school is a small Shopping Center. Dap’s Ice Cream and Burgers carries Hershey ice cream, burgers and butter parmesan fries!
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