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Fabulous 85 Acre Retreat W Pool Heart of Virginia Wine Country [#173656] | View Property
Charlottesville
House, 5 Bedrooms + Loft + Den, 3 Baths (Sleeps 15-17)
From $500P/N to $4,200/wk
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Traveler Reviews (14)
book club getaway
Guest: More book club please
(Springfield, VA)
Date of Stay: 01/13/12
Review Submitted: 01/18/12
Our book club (it's more about the wine, food and great bonding than our book) rented Thoroughfare farm for a January weekend. The property and house are incredible. The Blue Ridge mountains are really blue and the miniature donkeys like carrots, but not sugar cubes. The owners put a lot of care in offering the best of accomodations, the furniture and decorations are very tasteful and the great room with a large working fireplace was really great for the 12 of us. Through the years we have stayed in many grand homes, but this one has the best flow for large entertaining and offered the most amentities. The hot tub is located on the deck and has amazing vistas of the tranquil mountain views. Some of us went into Culpeper and discovered a quaint, historic town, while others did a wine tasting just down the road. This farm house is a gem!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
Best location, best vacation
Guest: Frank
(New Jersey)
Date of Stay: 11/22/11
Review Submitted: 11/27/11
We just returned from the farm and rebooked immediately for next year. This location has it all, the owners are great and have put together a unique and priceless experience, I highly recommend it for people and families.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
I'm relaxed just thinking about it
Guest: Harry Z.
Date of Stay: 08/27/11
Review Submitted: 10/17/11
This was neither our first nor our last visit to Thoroughfare Farm. The well kept home with its many amenities makes you feel comfortable as soon as you enter. Surrounded by the natural beauty, this is a perfect place to reconnect with family and friends. Swimming, hiking, playing, reading, napping as the rain hits the tin roof, candle light dinners on the screened-in porch, sitting in the hot tub with a glass of wine under a sky where the Milky Way and a million stars provide your mood lighting, or turning off the lights and seeing what dark really looks like. The farm provides ample opportunities to unwind and recharge. This is an easy place to get to and a difficult place to leave.
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Wonderful Family Vacation
Guest: Jessica N.
Date of Stay: 08/06/11
Review Submitted: 08/16/11
I was looking for a house for my extended family and was so glad to find this one that slept 18. Our age range was 2 - 67 and everyone enjoyed themselves. The house was clean and cool and there was plenty of space to be together, or to go find a space to be alone for a while. The pool was the biggest attraction for the children and they spent hours there from early morning until after dark. We loved being able to go and gather eggs each day and the children enjoyed petting and feeding the animals. The beds were comfortable and it was nice that each couple (3) could have a queen size bed. The kitchen was a perfect gathering room and it was easy for 3 or 4 people to be in there doing different things. We spent most of the time at the house in the pool but some of us enjoyed going into Culpeper for an afternoon of shopping, a trip down the road to Plow and Hearth and to Yoder's market, a day at Montpelier and a drive along Skyline drive. We saw deer playing at the edge of the property, and beautiful sunsets. The owner was easy to contact and very easy to work with. My family was pleased with our choice. I would love to be able to visit again in the fall or winter. I would highly recommend this vacation home.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.
Wonderful site for a family vacation
Guest: Jane H.
Date of Stay: 07/30/11
Review Submitted: 08/17/11
We loved our week at Thoroughfare Farm. Our eight grandchildren loved the swimming pool and walking to the barn to gather delicious fresh eggs. Our children enjoyed the winery up the road and relaxing on the screened porch. The decorating is beautiful and the house has everything you could possibly need. I agree with 3 year old Ella that this should be Grandma and Grandpa's new house!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.
Like a dream
Guest: Nathalie R.
Date of Stay: 07/16/11
Review Submitted: 08/08/11
This house has everything you wish for and more! We spent two weeks in July and had the best time. The house, the pool, the mountains, the hills, the trees, everything is so beautiful! We didn´t miss anything, it´s really a fully equipped home. We loved it! And what doesn´t really show on the pictures is the surroundings, this wonderful green hills everywhere you look, the cows, the pond, the varitey of trees, the butterflies, hearing the rooster crow from the barn in the morning. The kids loved the pool and the videogames, the whole family enjoyed the free internet, the larges TVs, the fresh eggs in the morning. It was like a dream, I highly recommend this property and we would love to come back. Thank you for sharing this beautiful home!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.
Outstanding
Guest: Andy F.
Date of Stay: 06/25/11
Review Submitted: 07/06/11
Everything we expected and more. The home was perfect and had everything we needed for a great stay. The Shenandoah National Park is a short drive away and was wonderful for hiking. There are plenty of things to do in the area but just staying at the house would be sufficient for a wonderful vacation. The children loved the animals and the fresh eggs!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.
Excellent family retreat
Guest: Karen
(Arlington, VA)
Date of Stay: 06/03/11
Review Submitted: 06/20/11
Loved the charming house, accessible barn, tons of open land and private setting (and beautiful pool)!
Recommended for:Families with young children
Beautiful, family-friendly house
Guest: Jen M.
(Washington, DC)
Date of Stay: 02/25/11
Review Submitted: 03/14/11
My husband and I just spent a weekend here with family and friends, and we loved it! It was the perfect mix of farmhouse retreat and modern details. The wide-open kitchen, with its long farm table, was a great gathering spot. The beds were super comfy, and my husband would not get out of the plush robe that came with each room. And we had everything we needed to relax...hot tub, large TVs, fireplace, games, etc. The goats and chickens in the barn are also a hoot -- my son was just a little too young to appreciate them, but they kept my husband amused for a while. :) The location is great...you feel out of the way, but a supermarket is only about 10 minutes away in Culpeper (ended up being helpful for us when we didn't bring enough baby food!). It's also down the road from Prince Michel winery. All in all, a great trip!
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway.
Perfect Location, Amazing Amenities, Helpful Owners
Guest: MASH
(DC)
Date of Stay: 02/18/11
Review Submitted: 02/24/11
It's like having your own farm...without any of the hassle! Everything is wonderful here. It's close enough to DC and there are options to buy food and shopping nearby. Our group of 10 enjoyed an amazing stay...Did a tour of local wineries, and hiked the Whiteoak Cedar Run loop, as recommended by the owner. The furnishings and decor are right out of a magazine. Every detail was thought through. There is ample room for large groups. The property itself is safe and secure with the bonus of complete and total privacy from neighbors! There is not a comparable property on VRBO - trust me, I've looked! Only wish the pool would have been available for Winter use, but now I have an excuse to come back again!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Perfect place for a couple's retreat
Guest: Jen S.
(Arlington, VA)
Date of Stay: 12/10/10
Review Submitted: 01/03/11
Spent a couple’s weekend here in December 2010 and just loved it. We went expecting to tour all of the wineries in the area but the house and property were so spectacular that we didn’t want to leave. Had a great time making bonfires in the fire pit and enjoying the night sky while soaking in the hot tub on the back deck. There were 10 of us, but the house and rooms are very large so it made for a very comfortable retreat.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Perfect Family Getaway destination near DC area
Guest: Andrea H.
(Arlington, VA)
Date of Stay: 10/01/10
Review Submitted: 12/30/10
My family booked this property for a long weekend this fall and it exceeded even our highest expectations. Our large group varied from a 4 year old to my parents who are in their 70’s and it had something for everyone. The pool with it’s large shallow end and the adorable farm animals were a delight for the children. The adults loved all of the space and the amazing views in every direction. The house was beautifully appointed and immaculate. We can’t wait to go back!
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Absolutely gorgeous!
Guest: E Ellen
(Arlington VA)
Date of Stay: 06/09/10
Review Submitted: 06/14/10
pictures do not do justice on how beautiful this place is! the sunsets, the fields of fireflies, the screened in porch, and the amazing swimming pool, we didn't want to leave!!! it also has the the most wonderful history, completely charming and magnificent! we will definitely be back! thanks for the memories!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
Beautiful house - perfect for large groups
Guest: Jenny
(Washington, DC)
Date of Stay: 06/04/10
Review Submitted: 06/25/10
We rented the house for my 30th birthday and we all really enjoyed our stay – house was beautifully decorated and had plenty of rooms/beds/blankets/pillows, etc. The house, screened-in porch, pool, hot tub and grounds are well maintained. Animals are really cute and the fresh eggs were fun to collect and delicious. I highly recommend this house.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.