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Private Guest Suite by Wineries/Orchards/Cville

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View of the front of our home.
Game room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Palmyra, VA
  • Monticello
  • Layz S Ranch
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Trump Winery
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Private Guest Suite by Wineries/Orchards/Cville

Welcome to Deer Hideout Retreat! We are located in Palmyra, Virginia on two acres of land. There is so much to do and see around here, and we hope you choose our home for your stay. We are surrounded by several vineyards, we are a 19-minute drive to Monticello, and 28 minutes away from the city center of historic Charlottesville.
Our guests will be staying on the lower ground level of our home. This has its own private entrance leading to a walk-out patio area with a coffee table, love seat and two chairs. The private guest suite also includes your own bathroom with shower, mini refrigerator, and a bar area complete with a small sink. We have a Dreamcloud CA King size bed. If there are more than two guests, we will put out an additional queen size bed. (When booking, please select the number of guests so we can have the bed ready). We have provided a coffee machine (with coffee), tea, utensils, cutting board, plates, bowls, mugs, and glasses. Guests will have absolute privacy during their stay. If there is anything you might need, please let us know and we will do our best to make your stay more enjoyable.
We live on the top two floors of our home with our dog, two cats, and child, so you may hear some noise and a few foot steps from time to time, but we always try to keep things quiet. You may also hear an occasional bark or meow. We do not allow our pets into the guest suite.
Guests will have the entire lower ground level of our home with its own private entrance. Guests will also be free to roam the property (2 acres). Our property is family-friendly, and there is a large grass area to let your children run and play.
We have provided a parking space just for our guests . There will be a mulched pathway that leads our guests down to the guest suite entrance.
We do live on the property, however we give our guests their complete privacy. We are both more than happy to help out in any way and answer any questions you might have.
We do welcome pets. There is a one time $35 pet fee. Please add pet while booking. Pets need to stay off furniture and please pick up after your pet goes potty.
We have an automatic lock on the guest suite door, and the code will be given to you before your arrival. Please use this code when you are entering the code, and the door will unlock.
Upon checkout, there will be a paper on the counter for instructions.
Pet(s) live on property - We have a dog that lives on the property. She will bark during arrivals and departures, but she is always fenced in.
Potential for noise - We live on the top two floors with our dog, two cats, and child, so there may be noise at times, (mainly from the dog). You may hear an occasional bark or meow. However, we will do our best to keep it to a minimum.
Surveillance or recording devices on property - There are numerous cameras on the property (outdoors only), for your safety and ours.
We welcome you to make your self at home, we just have a few rules that we would appreciate if you followed them. There is no smoking, vaping, or any type of drug use allowed on the property (this includes outdoors). Any evidence of this, including smell, will result in a minimum $500 fine, and you will be asked to leave.
No unauthorized guests are allowed on the property. No parties or events are allowed. There is a limit to four guests. If you have more children, and they can share the second bed, that is not a problem. Please let us know how many guests there will be so we can set up the second bed. Pets are allowed. There will be a one time $35 fee for pets. Please mark down that you will be bringing a pet. You can either pay the pet fee through the website or leave the cash on the bar counter. Any damage caused by a guest or pet will be charged through VRBO. Disrespect of the guest suite or property will not be tolerated. Please treat our property how you would your own. We would kindly ask you to take off your shoes if there is any mud outside. Please keep hands and legs away from dog:) "She is always fenced in". Our home runs on a septic tank, so please only use toilette paper. Thank you so much.

Property manager

Kevin & Desiree Giessmann
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
There are no parties or events allowed.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Our home runs on a septic tank, so please only flush toilet paper. Thank you!
There is no smoking or vaping allowed on the property. Any evidence of this ,will result in a minimum $500 fine, and you will be asked to leave.
Please keep arms and legs away from dog :) Our dog is always fenced in. There are no parties/events allowed. Please respect the suite and property.

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
Note from host: There are no parties or events allowed.
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

Palmyra

Located in Palmyra, this apartment is in a rural area. Layz S Ranch and Jefferson Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit The Shoppes at Spring Creek and Scottsville Community Farmers Market Pavillion. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Palmyra, VA

What's nearby

  • Layz S Ranch - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Downtown Mall - 25 min drive - 26.9 km
  • University of Virginia Hospital - 27 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Trump Winery - 29 min drive - 26.2 km
  • University of Virginia - 31 min drive - 31.3 km

Getting around

  • Charlottesville Station - 29 min drive
  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cuppa Joe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wahoo BBQ - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Pub at Fairway Clubhouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Blue 53 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪El Vaquero Mexican Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Guest Suite by Wineries/Orchards/Cville pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Private Guest Suite by Wineries/Orchards/Cville?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Guest Suite by Wineries/Orchards/Cville?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Guest Suite by Wineries/Orchards/Cville located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from University of Virginia Health System and within 6 miles (10 km) of Layz S Ranch and Main Beach. Fluvanna Heritage Trail and Jefferson Vineyards are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roy S.

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

Great stay

This was our 2nd time staying at Deer Hideout retreat. A great place to stay. Comfortable for a family stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

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

Weekend Trip

This is a very nice property. Lots of room for 2 people. The host provided many extras which was very nice. The bedding and linens were excellent. We would definitely recommend this place to others
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Desiree went above and beyond making us feel welcomed. The suite was loaded with goodies and information for the area. Highly recommend their place. Great location for anything you want to do. Located in a beautiful neighborhood with lots of deer and wildlife.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo O.

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

Good place in Fluvanna County

We needed to stay in the area for a few days. This was a perfect choice. Small but cozy and well equipped. The kitchen area is good for fixing a sándwich. The surroundings are beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendell M.

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

Cozy Retreat

This was the best VRBO we have ever stayed in. They have thought of everything. I hesitated to stay in a place that was part of someone’s home, but this was very private, beautiful setting and the owners were wonderful. Our pups loved the long windows they could look out of, the trails in the woods and the lovely walkable neighborhood. So close to lots of historic places and wineries. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lowell M.

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

Fantastic Place

Excellent location. Very clean. Lots of extra goodies. We love our hosts communications.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill P.

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

Family weekend

We went to Palmyra bc my son lives there. It was easy to meet up with him and his family. We ate at local restaurants and traveled to Scottsville. Cute town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

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

Best place in Palmyra

My family loves Deer Hideout Retreat! This was our second stay. We love how well equipped the place is, it’s super clean, and the property (with trails!) is beautiful. The hosts have put a lot of thought into their guests’ comfort and have added so many nice touches. Check in and out is easy. If you need to get away, this is the place to go!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

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

Hidden Gem

Spent the weekend at this property and it was exactly what we needed. Comfy, charming accommodations. Set back in a beautiful wooded neighborhood. Very thoughtful hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

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

Quiet getaway

We stayed so we were close to my daughters wedding venue. The quiet serene of the location and the daily deer encounters made our downtime between functions very relaxing. Will definitely look to book with them again in the near future to check out some local attractions!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

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

Great for a weekend trip

Our family had a great weekend stay at the Deer Hideout. The kitchette was perfect for morning breakfast and coffee before a long day exploring the area. The owners provided a great welcome board including some excellent homemade banana bread, which made us feel like we were home.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Quick weekend getaway

The hosts were very attentive, very available for anything we needed- which was NOTHING, because they thought of everything! Cozy and quaint, the little living area/bed was exactly what we needed :)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee V.

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

Deer Retreat

A very clean, comfortable, and cozy place. The owners made sure that we had everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable. It was perfect for 2 people. I would definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet countryside location with excellent amenities both within the property and in the surrounding area. Wish we had longer to stay and enjoy the peace and tranquility this property provided. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James D.

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

Spacious with hospitality

Loved the room. Beds were comfy and great banana bread
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

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

Charlottesville Work Conference

Beautiful, peaceful, very clean and private. Went there because I had a conference for work in Charlottesville and it gave us a great chance for my husband and I to spend some alone time together. Could not have picked a better place and will definitely come back sometime in the near future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Suite was private. Felt like home away from home. Would definitely consider coming back again if I’m back in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margarita L., Norfolk, Va. USA

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

Deer all around with a beautiful landscaped property

The space was immaculate and our host thought of everything including homemade banana bread; treats both for us and the dog; and so many other goodies; games for adults and kids. I can go on and on. This place will not disappoint.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila J.

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

Small piece of heaven

This is an amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emilio Y.

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

Home away from home!

Our host Kevin and Desiree bring their A-game to hosting with Vrbo! Our guest suite was clean inside and out, and lavishly equipped with the basics as well as the extra’s such as samples of coffee and other goodies from local merchants. The backyard and outdoor scape was serene, private and inviting for rest, relaxation which the deer also enjoyed a visit. Not only was the suite and outdoor Pet friendly and welcoming, so are Kevin and Desiree! We brought our “boy” Beau a 15 month old 100 lb Rhodesian Ridgeback with us as he is family. Kevin and Desiree were very welcoming and accepting of Beau and the guest suite and backyard were very accommodating to him as well. So, if you have a Pet-family member, bring him/her with you there is plenty of room and welcoming host! Kevin and Desiree were open to a brief meet and greet and this was important to us as guest to have a brief moment to meet our host. If we had more time to visited, sharing a cup of coffee and chat would have been welcomed. All in all, our guest suite, and our host was like a home away from home, and our host like good neighbors!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shon H., Florida

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

Amazing!

I normally travel 3-4 times a year for the last 25 plus years, this was one of the nicest places we have stayed. The attention to detail and comfort shown for guest was amazing! Lots of extras and special touches, we will definitely rent again if back in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shecky C.

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

Very Nice

Had a great stay. Has all the amenities you need for your stay. The property looked beautiful. Wry peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Wonderful Place to Stay

This was one of the cleanest places we’ve stayed at. The hosts had so many amazing little touches, we felt like we were staying at an 5 star hotel! Great communication as well. Would recommend, I wish I could give them more than just 5 stars!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rahsaan P., Roanoke, VA

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

If this place were a hotel, it would be five stars

The only things I would do differently: -A fire pit. -Put out some deer bait every now and then. The property and neighborhood are perfect for them.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kevin & Desiree Giessmann

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We are a happily married, originally from Southern California. We enjoy gardening, (you will probably see us outside working on something). We also love to travel and go on short day trips on the weekend. We love sharing our guest suite with travelers from around the world! We hope that you choose our place to stay on your adventure. Hope you see you soon!

Why they chose this property

We decided to buy this property because we wanted a new environment to live and to raise our future family. We were both raised in California our entire lives, and we felt like it was the perfect time for a new adventure! We love this property because we are surrounded by plenty of trees and many deer! Yet, we are still in a nice neighborhood, with stores near by.

What makes this property unique

The thing that is so unique about our property, is that it is tucked away in a small neighborhood, where you think you're hours from the city. Yet, we are just a few minutes away from stores, and just 20 minutes away from Charlottesville. When you stay with us, you can enjoy a getaway with all the comforts of home.

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English

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