Spacious 1800 sq ft, 4 BR, 3 Bath, Eat In Kitchen, Living Room w/ Gas Fire Place
Location: Culpeper, Northern Virginia, Virginia, USA (65 Miles SW of Washington DC; 45 Miles N of Charlottesville,) View Map
Accommodations: Lodge, 4 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 3 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
Bring your family together for fun on the farm! VIEWS! PRIVACY! SWIM in the large pool, sit around the CAMPFIRE and STROLL through the beautiful woods. Everyone is catching FISH in the 5 acre LAKE. The farm 'GATOR' is a favorite with everyone to take a ride in, especially Grandparents, and Dad's are grilling up a storm. Guests who have never been near a firearm are shooting SKEET and having a 'blast'!
At this very private estate, build a fire at the CAMPGROUND and enjoy smores as you gaze at the star-filled sky. Visit the HORSES by day- do not forget the carrots- and HIKE the trails. SWIM in the lg pool. SHOOT SKEET and do some FISHING! The SMOKER is new and a big hit with the gentlemen-ladies, take the night off! WINEr's- it's always wine-tasting time at the numerous wineries. Your PRIVATE Lodge-awesome-see pictures-and equipped w/everything you could want. Read the review of previous guests to understand our commitment to guests.
Stone pillars w/perched foxes guide the way into a totally private estate, situated in the rolling hills of the Blue Ridge. Nothing to be seen but paddocks, horses, forests, trails, wildlife, lake, etc; and except for the owners in the Manor House, no other houses or people. The Lodge is a spacious and homey 1800sqft, authentic wooded walls, beamed ceilings, EIK, lg stone F/P in FR, 4BR; 2 downstairs ea./Queen beds and private bath; and up the spiral staircase, 2 additional bedrooms-1w/Queen and 1w/2 twins and shared full bath, all very charming.
Things to do for all age groups: enjoy beautiful vistas w/a walk- 5mi of trails, visit the horses, fish in the stocked lake, shoot on the competition trap/skeet range, swim in the lg. ING pool, build memories along w/a campfire and cook and sleep under the stars, ride about in the 'Gator', rowboat/kayak on the lake, build boats and send them down the streams (kids love this!), play croquet-with a competition set for #12- and horseshoes, BBQ w/gas grill, playhouse for the children, as well as a desk complete with markers, coloring books, small activities; build a fort, wildlife spotting, (heron, fox, deer, eagle, etc), wonder at the heavens-we have some of the best star-viewing in the East, Catch frogs, tadpoles, a chipmunk; who knows what? Fall colors are indescribable, Spring blossoms wondrous, and our mild winters make it easy to escape and enjoy the property or hibernate in front of the great stone F/P. The possibilities just need your desire to activate! Camera bug? The frames are endless- animals, skies, forests, landscape, lake, pond, and more. Just want to relax? You won't believe what peace,quiet and serenity with Mother Nature can do. Watch the sunrise, take an early morning swim, walk about the farm,(our pooches will be glad to accompany and protect you from the big, bad squirrels, etc), visit horses, read a book and picnic on 1 of the many perfect spots(lakeside or forest?), drop a line in the lake, return to wine and watch your favorite movies on the new 37' flat screen TV, or sit on the porch, relax, and really talk. Sit back, tell stories, relax, remember days past and plan for days in future.
AUTUMN? Gorgeous colors, your own lg stone F/P to cozy up to, Skyline Drive entrance a bucolic 25 mi drive, our own 5 miles of trails, the night sky and crackling campfire. Our pool stays open into Oct- contact for availability.
Do you seek romance, are you celebrating your wedding/anniversary and want to re-connect? This is the place!
Off-site:numerous award-winning wineries, Culpeper-1 of the 100 Best Small Towns in America, fine dining, antiquing, Civil War battlefields,Roller Skate, Bowl, the National Archives and Va. history-Montpelier, etc; the Skyline Drive-1 of the most beautiful drives in the country, hike, Air Circus-a fabulous show of daredevil stunts, skydiving-our son will tell you all about it-, ballooning, mtn. biking, a good public golf course, many seasonal activities in Culpeper, such as parades, concerts, fireworks, etc, foxhunt, bird shooting, attend a horseshow-tell us your interest and we will research it for you.
Horse people-the lodge is a perfect huntbox or place to stay while at Commonwealth, eventing or foxhunting, with accommodations for your steed. You will have use of a 300x200 jump ring, dressage ring, & trails w/45 log type jumps.
Keywords: farm,cabin,private,pool,lake,swim,woods,family,
horses,house,wineries,foxhunting,fish, camping, reunions, groups, washington,dc,nature get-away,quiet,escape
skyline drive, blue ridge parkway,fireplace
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Gas Fireplace : Lg. full-wall natural stone
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
- Parking Off Street
- Air-Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- Queen (3) : 3 Queens in 3 different bedrooms. 2 have private baths.
- Twin/ Single (2) : 2 twins in a single bedroom, adjacent to the playroom.
- Entertainment
- Private Pool : Lg. 44x22 with diving board
- TV : 37 in. flat screen
- DVD
- Ping Pong Table
- Pool Table
- CD
- VCR
- Video Library
- Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils : Lg. pots/pans of all types. Blender. Slow cooker. Lg gas grill. Smoker. Wine glasses. Baking pans.
- Full Kitchen : Eat in K easily seats 8. New, lg refrig. Lg gas grill and smoker.
- Catering Available : Delivered to the Lodge, or served in the Grand Manor Home
- Refrigerator : New, lg, refrig/freezer
- Ice Maker
- Dish Washer
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Grill Charcoal : SMOKER
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Lg
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Lake View : Totally private 5 acre stocked lake owned solely by Fancy Fox Farm. Fishing poles,dinghy,kayak and flotation devices provided. Beautiful views of horses, paddocks, forests, wildlife.
- Mountain View : Beautiful views of rolling terrain, forest, lake and pastures.
- Communications
- Wireless Broadband
- Other Amenities
- 44'x22' ING Gunite Pool, 4-acre lake with 6 lbs Bass to include boat and dock, 25-acres pasture, 85-acres of forest that include 5-miles of trails w/ 40+ horse jumps, rifle/pistol/archery range, fully automated skeet range, Children's Jungle Gym, campfire w/firepit, abundant wildlife. Use of Gator for accepted drivers. Game room in Manor House w/quality pool table and ping-pong. Lodge sleeps 8 with option of 10. Additional bedroom with oversized queen bed & bath in Manor Home. 22 mi to Skyline Drive. Totally private; no other people other than our family.
- Suitability
- Children Welcome : Children's play area in Lodge, with stocked desk and many games and wig-wam. Jungle Gym outside; will accompany children to feed horses carrots, pool,croquet, volleyball as desired. Gator ride. Campfire.Rods &Dinghy for lake. Roller Rink and Family Bowling center 10mi away.
- Handicapped Accessible (May Have Limitations) : Handicapped BR w/appropriate shower and bench- enjoyed by many grandparents.
- Non Smoking Only
- Pets Not Allowed
- Activities
- Hunting
- Swimming
- Fishing
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Jet Skiing
- Tennis
- Golf
- Mountain Biking
- Rafting
- Cycling
- Water Skiing
- Sailing
- Fitness Center
- Museums
- Sledding
- Antiquing
- Live Theater
- Restaurants
- Cinemas
- Sight Seeing
- Boating
- Shopping
- Horseshoes
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Wildlife Viewing
- Snowboarding
- Other Activities
- Feed Horses! Bring your carrots to feed our many horses! Shoot Skeet! Babysitting, Children's Indoor Play Area w/ Desk complete with markers, crayons, coloring books and small activities,stuffed animals, games, Wig-wam, Lg game selection. Quality billiards table and ping-pong. Lake fishing, Hike 5 mi of trails. In Culpeper, <10 mi away, go the the Roller Rink, Family Bowling Center or treat yourself to one of our chef-owned great restaurants. Many of Va's award winning vineyards are very close by w/frequent wine tastings. Skyline Drive is just 22mi W.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Families- Parents w/children-$1750/wk 3d weekend-$750 Adult Groups-Maximum of #8-$2000/wk 3d weekend-$900 Couples- call for availability Check-in-usually early-call Check-out-may be flexible No Pets or Smoking Allowed Horse Boarding-12x12 matted stalls-$25/n
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2000
Why the Owner Chose CulpeperCulpeper was designated, 'One of the best small towns in America', for its quaint shopping, fine dining, civil war sites, 4 season beauty, moderate climate; all within 65 mi of DC and 45 mi to Charlottesville. It is in the center of the Fox Hunting world, a beautiful 30 min drive to Skyline Drive and the majesty of the Blue Ridge and Shenandoah Valley, the area is dotted with farms, wineries, views and Southern manners and tranquility.
The Unique Benefits at this LodgeBring your horse and ride, foxhunt, shoot skeet, visit wineries, fish for over 6 lb bass, breakfast meet and greet to send off the hounds and foxhunters, secluded campground w/ fire pit, accompanied skydiving, play equine soccer, relax in seclusion, cook for self or have innkeeper cook for you, we will plan your vacation w/your input, visit Civil war sites, nature hike on site, swim in 44x22 Gunite pool, jump on horse trails w/over 40 jumps, practice dressage in ring, use the 175x300 jump ring, sip cocoa in front of your gas FP, visit caves, trail ride, partake in a pre-arranged clinic of your choice, leaf peep on the Skyline Drive, etc. Limousine service is available for seeking the ultimate time off.
Owner's Map of Culpeper
Having lived in every region of the USA, we chose Culpeper to put down roots. The horse farm we have developed is so beautiful and private, just the place to retreat to in this busy world. As an RN, I was briefly in the Air Force, and my husband continues as an AF officer. My 2 teens say we can never leave, and keep themselves happy with all the natural activities of the farm-the perfect antidote for stress. As 1 of 17 children, I have always been easy with a crowd, so come and see us!
Property Photos
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- Spacious 1800 sq ft, 4 BR, 3 Bath, Eat In Kitchen, Living Room w/ Gas Fire Place
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- 44' X 22' ING Pool Overlooking Lake & Paddocks
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- Rainy day view from Solarium of Lake, Paddocks, and Barn
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- Spacious LR with Gas FP and Real Bear Rug
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- LR showing Stone Gas Fireplace
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- Eat in Kitchen
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- Bed Rm 2 on 1st Floor
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- Upstairs Green Bed Room
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- Upstairs Yellow Bed Rm
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- Gator rides are a favorite w/everyone,especially to play soccer w/horses!
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- Races, Jumps, Equestrian Games-17 pairs of standards to set up to suit!
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- A 6 Pound Large Mouth - Caught from our Lake
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- Clinics-Equestrian, Cooking, Arts, etc arranged for your desires
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- Rifle, Archery, Pistol and Automated Skeet Range
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- 300' X 175' Jump Ring w/Pro Jumps, Separate Dressage Ring, 5mi of trails w/jumps
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- Relax and enjoy views.
Traveler Reviews (7)
Relaxing stay
Guest: snake eyes
(Brandon, FL)
Date of Stay: 03/10/12
Review Submitted: 04/15/12
I have no idea where to start but here it goes. What a great place! We had the best time on vacation here. My kids loved fishing, riding the gator, checking out the horses at the stables, the campfire and the list goes on. We were able to stay at the farm and venture out to DC (about an hour away), we saw the caverns nearby, we drove Skyline drive where we saw many deer. We braved a 4 hour drive to Philly and saw many sights there. We were very busy as well as took it easy. I would recommend this property to friends and relatives. We miss Sonny's BBQ and many other great restaurants we came across on our ventures. My daughter misses Cleo and says to give her a hug.
Recommended for:Pet owners, adventure seekers, families with young children, sightseeing, families with teenagers.
Wonderful Place, Wonderful People!
Guest: Bob
(New York, New York)
Date of Stay: 08/01/11
Review Submitted: 08/16/11
Spent the last two weeks at Fancy Fox with my wife and three children: 8 year old boy, and 6 and 1 year old girls. We couldn't have been happier. Colleen and Alan are absolutely wonderful interesting people, eager to please and thoughtful, as is the rest of the family and especially their two daughters. They are there to help with ideas and suggestions and anything else you might need. The lodge is a true home away from home with a well stocked comfortable kitchen/dining area and comfy neat bedrooms and bathrooms and an indoor play area for the kids. You will not be bored: there is more than enough to do on the property itself with exquisite vistas, miles of trails, fishing, outdoor playset, skeet shooting, barbecuing, lawn games, horses, and a delightful inground pool. But if that's not enough there's much more to do and see in the surrounding areas. Worked great for us with kids but would work just as well for others. Look forward to a return visit. Highly recommended!
Recommended for:Pet owners, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, people with disabilities, sightseeing, families with teenagers.
I had a great time
Guest: Latonya
(Oxon Hill, MD)
Date of Stay: 06/09/11
Review Submitted: 06/17/11
We had a great time at the farm. I really enjoyed the experiences there and the warmness and kindness from Mrs. B and her family. The lodge was comfortable and cozy. My 12 year old caught many fish, My two year old feed the horses and he loved the pool, I gave tours in the gator, and I finally got to make smores and they were delicious!!!!
Owner response:It was wonderful to see the excitement of this family enjoying all the farm had to offer! Great people who fished, swam, fed horses carrots,"gatored", utilized the campground, BBQ'd, and enjoyed peace, quiet and family time on the lawn in the evening. Very nice people.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, sightseeing, families with teenagers.
Excellent Time!
Guest: Whit
(Charlottesville)
Date of Stay: 03/05/11
Review Submitted: 03/12/11
I rented this house with a group of buddies the other weekend and we had an absolute blast. The property is beautiful and the hospitality that we were shown was second to none. Mrs. Colleen and "The Colonel" really took care to make sure that our group was well taken care of. They even bought a new smoker specifically so that our group could make some authentic ribs While we were there, we took advantage of the opportunity to do some fishing, shoot skeet, drive the gator around the property and used the well stocked kitchen. We had planned on building a big bonfire in the fire pit, and they had even set aside some hay and wood for us, but it started to rain so we had to scratch that plan. We also aren't into horses, but this was an option as well and they certainly looked pretty and well taken care of. I would highly recommend this property to my friends and family. It is really close to D.C. (only about 1:15 away, with some great groceries on the way to stock up on supplies) which is surprising given how isolated it feels from civilization and the congestion that comes with it. It was a breath of fresh air to get everyone outside of the city for the weekend and be able to do it so easily. I think this would be a great rental for large groups of guys (like us), a group of couples (lots of activities to keep you interested for a few days) or even large families who are interested in nearby places to do a "stay-cation." The property is really attractive for people of all ages and I think you will have a great time.
Owner response:Whit and his party were gentlemen and we enjoyed having them stay at the Lodge. It was fun for us to see their enthusiasm and we were glad the meat smoker was a hit.
Recommended for:Pet owners, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children.
WONDERFUL FUN PLACE TO HANG OUT!
Guest: Vance
(Silver Spring, MD)
Date of Stay: 10/22/10
Review Submitted: 10/26/10
Just got back from Fancy Fox Farm, where our group of ten guys spent a great weekend! To a man everyone was enchanted with the genuine welcome and care extended to them by Colleen, Al, and their children. Upon arrival the guys (me included) were knocked back by tranquil beauty of the natural setting and the cozy ambience of our lodgings. The house was very clean, towels were laid out in all bedrooms, and the kitchen was equipped for a chef. For a moment the TV was on the blink, but Al with a broken hand and his daughter worked liked the dickens and got it on line in time for LSU-Auburn! We had a blast at the skeet range, spent a lot of time enjoying the outdoors, fished and generally fell in love with the place. The campfire was wonderful, we hopped in to Culpepper one eveining and did Skyline Drive on our way back to DC. Many guys said they planned to bring their families back for a special good time. P.S. - we also did the outdoor grill each day and ate till we dropped. The best thing(s) from our visit: Colleen/Al and family - really nice people; the homey lodge; the beauty and peace of the surrounding nature; the range of options we could engage in together or alone; and getting away from the big City to our roots - The country!!
Recommended for:Pet owners, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, sightseeing, families with teenagers.
Great July Vacation!
Guest: nsb
(oak park, illinois)
Date of Stay: 07/02/10
Review Submitted: 07/16/10
Our family of eight stayed at Fancy Fox Farm during the week of July 4. We had a great time. The Burketts were kind and helpful at every turn. We took our 3-year old granddaughter up to the horse barn where Dierdre took her for a ride on her thoroughbred. We were welcome to use the Burkett's wireless internet at the main house. Our cellphones worked fine at our place. Colleen and Alan were eager to help. Their daughters babysat for us one night. It was a hot week with and the pool was a godsend. It was big enough for our crowd with a diving board and beautiful, clear water, an exceptionally well maintained pool. The setting is picturesque with its rolling hills, horses grazing and thick woods where we saw two fawns on our first night. The house stayed mostly cool enough with the bedroom window air conditioners even though outside temperatures were in the upper 90's. The house was adequate for our needs and our family reunion was in all ways delightful. Upstairs are two bedrooms in tandem with two more bedrooms down stairs. The kitchen was supplied with cooking tools, pots and pans, etc.; the new gas grill was great. We attended the opera at nearby Castleton Festival, went to Monticello, and toured the skyline drive. There is lots to do in the area. We would go back again - a very nice place. NB
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, sightseeing.
Six Peas in a Pod
Guest: Memaw Pea
(Houston, Texas)
Date of Stay: 04/02/10
Review Submitted: 06/07/10
Our 12 days at Fancy Fox Farm were wonderful. There were 6 of us in April 2010--two grandparents, daughter, son-in-law, son 3 1/2 and daughter 7 1/2. The livingroom was spacious with cozy fireplace for all of us to gather, comfy beds and charming decor, kitchen with all of the necessities, a play area upstairs with toys and the handicap bathroom was perfect for my husband. The house seemed much larger than 1700 sq. ft. There was so much to do on the farm--archery, slip and slide, stomping in the stream (too cold at that time of year for the swimming pool), play equipment with a fort, croquet, horsebackriding, feeding the horses, even a horse show put on by the owners' two teenage daughters, Alanna and Deidre. Less than 20 minutes to Culpepper there was lots of shopping and restaurants and many wineries in the area. The Lurais Caverans and Skyline Drive made a great day trip. The owners, Colleen and Alan, were always ready to provide anything we needed. Colleen even sent over a snow cone machine one day for the kids. The house was very clean and when we were there they were in the process of finishing the upstairs bathroom and painting the outside of the house which are now finished. The only disappointment was that we were not aware that the two bedrooms upstairs were attached in a way that one had to go through the other bedroom to get to the bath--which ended up not being a problem for us after all. We had a family reunion luncheon with 17 people in the livingroom, dining room and conservatory of the Manor House which Collen catered for us. The food was wonderful and our hostess charming. We would all definately recommend this place to family and friends. Our Virginia relatives who came to the luncheon were very impressed with the place.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, people with disabilities, sightseeing, families with teenagers.
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