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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Kilmarnock, VA
  • Hughlett Point Natural Area
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Good Luck Cellars
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Golden Eagle Golf Club
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Artistic Environment

IS NOT A WATERFRONT- PLEASE-Carefully NO PETS< NO SMOKING Review Location and price. It is up to you. Our wireless internet is 25 Mb down, 3 up. Some times is up and down. Please keep this in main. Some guest have trouble connecting with the phone. Depend of the phone service. So far no one is unhappy .

A 3-BEDROOM, 2 Bath, two story house with over 1,800 sq. in the Balls Neck area. Within 2 miles of 2 state parks at the Chesapeake Bay, 1000 feet away from 2 fishing charters, 8 miles from Kilmarnock, ideal for Hunting Seasons on 9Acres and double panoramic decks, nonsmoking, no pets.
This spacious house has a master bedroom with private bath located on the first floor. With a Queen-sized bed, walk-in closet.
The second and third bedrooms on second floor have 2 twin beds and they share the second full bathroom. The bunk bed bedrooms has an internal window—it isn’t really safe for young kids, if someone is traveling with kids you should know that one room can only be used for adults.
Family room we've provided TV with a DVD player . The kitchen is fully equipped. There is also 6 chairs dining table and three (3) stools bar chairs. Unit has washer & dryer. You must be at least 21 years old to rent.
A $90.00 CLEANING FEE WILL APPLY TO RENTALS UNDER 7 NIGHTS
A security deposit of $200.00 is required for all reservations Unless there is damage to the property, the security deposit is fully refundable 24-48 hours following check-out.

We rotate the furniture in the house to be suitable for meetings, classes, events, art, music, and poetry shows.

The Northern Neck of Virginia is very rich in history and has amazing, picturesque little towns that are fun to explore. Kilmarnock also has a Food Lion, Wal-Mart, CVS, and Walgreen for necessities.
This great area is close to all the best amenities - golf at the world renowned Tides Inn, dine at one of the many restaurants located within 15 minutes, rent a canoe at Belle Isle park, tour charming waterfront villages, the Chesapeake Bay, vineyards, or historic homes & gardens. Washington, D.C. is 2.75 hrs. away, Richmond and Airport 1.5 hrs., Colonial Williamsburg-Busch Gardens & King's Dominion theme parks are 1.5 hours away, Newport News airport is also 1.5 hrs.
The area is well-known for its great fishing and there are also many charter boats that go out for half-day and full-day trips to fish for Croakers, Spot, Spanish mackerel, White-Striper (Bass/Rockfish), Flounder - and more.
Take a look at the Northern Neck Tourism Council website to view events and attractions in the area. Also, a wonderful guide for the area, The Rivah, lists even more information, great local attractions, festivals, events, and even has a dining guide.

Guest Access

Property is 9.5 acres you can walk around also on my next door Gallery and 36 acres park in project. See rules. Release and waiver of liability

Interaction with Guests

You are welcome at any time to contact us with any questions ,also about the art. Part of a unique collection, these are not just paintings hanging on the wall. Each one has a story to tell, and what you see may not reveal what and why each was done. You will be surprised.

The Neighborhood

Peace, security. Easy access In mid of peninsula North, Potomac River, South Rappahannock river, and the wide's part of the Chesapeake Bay.

Other Things to Note. Since my arrival in 1985 people always swim, fishing etc. No fishing now. Definite most of a park rules applied.

Please we are happy to meet you. We can help as much is possible. Be kind in your review. So do we. It is for inspiration. Yes is to much art can be overwhelming. I need about 10 more buildings to display my work

Property manager

alvaro Ibañez & wife Denise DeVries

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
Not smoking .

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kilmarnock

Located in Kilmarnock, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Good Luck Cellars and Compass Entertainment Complex are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Steamboat Era Museum and Reedville Fishermen's Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kilmarnock, VA

What's nearby

  • Hughlett Point Natural Area - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Good Luck Cellars - 13 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Compass Entertainment Complex - 19 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Golden Eagle Golf Club - 23 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Northern Neck Farm Museum - 24 min drive - 23.3 km

Getting around

  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Front Porch Coffeehouse - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Alley Cafe and Sports Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Great Fortune Chinese Restaurant - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Artistic Environment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Artistic Environment ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Artistic Environment ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Artistic Environment located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Hughlett Point Natural Area and within 12 miles (20 km) of Good Luck Cellars and Compass Entertainment Complex. Historic Christ Church and Ingrams Bay Marina are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Courtney W.

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

Work Trip

Our group stayed here while we worked in the area. The house was very nice and there is room to spread out. The art gallery is very beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

showbana F G.

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

Calm and Serene Setting

Wonderful host! The house is located close to Chesapeake Bay and surrounded by fields a calm and serene setting. Suitable for families with children.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stanley P.

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

Terrific

Beautiful, peaceful setting in the country by the Bay. The hosts are very friendly and helpful...and artistic; lots of lovely paintings!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula H., Washington, Dc

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

Lovely

Home was exactly as described with lots of gallery artwork, comfortable beds and all the amenities one might need for their stay. The owner left us breakfast sweets, fruit and fresh milk etc, which was a nice touch and so helpful. Thank you for a lovely stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Debra A.

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

Great getaway

The house was very nice, very spacious. Had everything you could want or need already there. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jaison J.

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

Relaxing

This place was very relaxing, owner has great communication, artwork is amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Camille G.

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

Nice getaway

A beautiful and unique property decorated with art in a serene location. Great way to see the northern neck and get away from it all!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Dareen N., United States

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

Beautiful weekend

We spent a very nice weekend. House was warm and comfortable. Very nice paintings! Loved the house surroundings too, lots of green space to enjoy where kids can play. Had very nice walks around the house over the lake. Our hosts were very kind and helpful. Enjoyed the gallery and would definitely go back soon.

10/10 Excellent

Imran K.

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

Kilmarnock Trip

Alvaro is a great host. We really enjoyed our stay at his "Artistic Environment" home. Beach is located very close to this place. would highly recommend this home to beach goers.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful stay!

We enjoyed our first visit to the Kilmarnock area. Prior to our visit Alvaro and Denise were very responsive and provided a lot of helpful information about the area. We had a wonderful, comfortable stay in the home. Our hosts provided some baked goods from a local market as a welcome, which was a nice touch. We visited Alvaro's art studio upon his invitation and he provided a tour and insight into his work. The setting of the home is a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The area has so much to see and do! We are looking forward to returning again.

10/10 Excellent

nelson c.

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

Tranquility happens

After planning activities for my stay and then injuring my foot a couple days earlier, it could not have been any better for my kids and myself. Never mind the house colombian coffee and the art gallery. We all enjoy it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

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

Great Stay!

Really nice, quiet and secluded. The beach, located in a nature preserve, was only a 5 minute drive away. It was also secluded. Biking would have taken 15-20 minutes and I wish we had brought ours . Next time! Our hosts were extremely kind and helpful. Just wonderful! Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Scott N.

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

Work Trip

House was clean and peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeff E.

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

Nice place

Our work crew stayed here for a local work project. Nice accommodations. Had to extend our stay and Owner was very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Enjoyed our stay in Kilmarnock.

Enjoyed our stay in Kilmarnock. Most beds comfortable. House was spacious with well-stocked kitchen. Loved seeing the deer in the morning. Great communication with owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marcia M., Ashland

My friend and I spent a weekend there was wonderful.exacle what we looking for

The place is beautiful and we have a full moon was amazing we stay on the deck almost all night , the place was clean and the owners was so friendly we felt at home and I know where to go when we need couple days off. Plus the house is full of arts makes really different place .
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Janie E.

It was a very charming/unique house!

My family and I had a wedding to attend in Heathsville. This house was centrally located to the wedding and to the water. Very close to a lovely beach area, we enjoyed the outside space very much. The house was very charming and open. It suited our family perfectly! The owners were most gracious and very attentive! We had a wonderful weekend!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

A unique, wonderful getaway

While it's a few miles to the closest public beach, the bright colors and open spaces give this property the feel of a beach house. We loved having the choice of eating and relaxing outside or inside, on comfy couches or at a big table. The kitchen was well-furnished. While the location itself is secluded and wonderfully peaceful, we were able to ride our bikes to the towns of Kilmarnock and Irvington one day and to Burgess and Vir-Mar Beach (32 mile round trip) the next. (There are few bike lanes, so we'd recommend staying on side roads as much as possible.) The owners are close enough go over and chat with, but not too close. The only downside is that this region has its share of mosquitoes in the summer, so we had to be vigilant about shutting screens and doors (which did a good job of keeping them out), and the insects did keep us from enjoying the outside decks at night. That is probably not an issue for most of the year, and comes with being so close to nature. All in all, we considered this house a great find and would recommend it wholeheartedly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2016

About the host

Hosted by alvaro Ibañez & wife Denise DeVries

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Like most immigrants, after many circumstances I was experiencing in my birth country, I chose to start a new life in a new land. That country was the United States. Art is my life. “I live for art not from art.” Since my arrival, I have dedicated all my potential to sponsoring art and artists in all the creative fields. I promote, encourage, and mentor all of them that never were touched by art, or don’t believe in themselves, or are afraid to show because they are afraid of comments. I open shows and spaces to display their work regardless of their experience and background, as long as they have the idea and or need to explore creativity. Many became very well known creative people, some found their lives changed, with a lot more to live for, because whoever is involved in art lives a great life. If you have a disastrous place, as soon as you move art in, it becomes enchanted and shines. It is the same with life.

Why they chose this property

I founded Alvaro Ibañez Museum (AIM), where everyone in the world can visit my personal collection. An international creativity community bringing together painters, poets, dancers, sculptors, photographers, actors, all kind of writers, and their audiences and friends for rest and renewal. We do workshops and seminars as well as displaying and promoting other artists.

Languages:

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese