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Gem in a box!

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A spacious kitchen with a central island, modern pendant lighting, and a dining area with a large table and chairs.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a marble countertop, and a patterned rug.
A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a dark patterned rug.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A hallway with a dark wooden door, a white console table, and a large green plant.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy a spacious layout that gives everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Non smoking

Explore the area

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Fredericksburg, VA
  • Place, Fredericksburg Battlefield
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Kings Room 1

1 King Bed

Kings Room 2

1 King Bed

Queens Room

1 Queen Bed

Queens Room 2

1 Queen Bed

Twins Room

2 Twin Beds

3 bathrooms

Main Shared Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Masters Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Shared Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Fredericksburg

Fredericksburg is home to this vacation home. Historic Kenmore and George Washington’s Ferry Farm and Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center and Central Park Fun Land. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at YMCA Rowe Tennis Center or Virginia Credit Union Stadium.
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Fredericksburg, VA

What's nearby

  • Fredericksburg Battlefield - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • University of Mary Washington - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Central Park Fun Land - 12 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center - 13 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Fredericksburg Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wawa - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wawa - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gem in a box! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gem in a box!?

As of Oct 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gem in a box! on Nov 15, 2026 start from $537, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gem in a box!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gem in a box!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gem in a box! located?

Situated in Fredericksburg, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Fredericksburg VA Health Care Center, Alum Springs Park, and University of Mary Washington. Mary Washington Athletic Field and Fredericksburg National Cemetery are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing. The house was immaculate and the host went above and beyond with all the extras and the attention to detail. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Truly a Hidden Gem

We really enjoyed our stay here! It was more than we expected. Very clean, very neat and location was perfect for what we were there for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property can be described in one word “AWESOME”!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

host with the most

This Gem was perfect for a large group. so clean and comfortable with so much attention to the little details with a guest in mind.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nicely remodeled, well stocked

We spent a long weekend here with a group of friends and enjoyed our stay. The kitchen and bathrooms were really thoughtfully well stocked, with all the cooking tools we were looking for, spices, snacks, coffee and more. Check-in and checkout were incredibly easy, and the host responded quickly to any questions that came up.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Repeat Customer

This house is well located, extremely clean, and a joy to visit. It has just what you need, with some nice additional touches. Host is very easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and Convenient

I stayed in the gem with my husband and two adult children. It was perfectly set-up for our needs and the hosts were incredibly welcoming and thoughtful. There were delicious snacks, great coffee and a well appointed kitchen.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every comfort and amenity was provided. The host even provided a gallon of milk in the refrig for our family! The house was spotless, incredibly spacious, and beautifully decorated. All 10 of us sleep so well and loved the house. It was a magical weekend for my son's wedding.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredibly clean and thoughtfully stocked

We had a large group traveling from all over the country and this house met all of our needs! The house was spotlessly clean and somehow stocked with all the things we forgot at home. The owner knew we had children traveling with us and left thoughtful touches like fresh fruit, fresh milk, and popsicles in the freezer for the kids. If you are traveling with a large group, this is the place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Booking this house was easy and the response was great. Checking in was very easy as all information needed was sent the day before I was to arrive. The house was exactly like the pictures. This is the first house I stayed at that was well stocked in the kitchen and bathrooms with things I usually have to go to the store and buy. The house was very spacious. My family and I really enjoyed being there. I would definitely recommend this house to anyone looking for a place to stay and the price was well worth it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay

This is our group’s second stay at the Gem in a Box! and we were just as thrilled to be there as the first visit! We play an annual sports tournament that serves as a small friend reunion and it could not be better suited for our needs. The basics like having more than enough towels, beds, and shower space already exceeds expectations. But Gustavo goes above and beyond with hospitality to make our weekend together extra special. I can’t wait to be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for teams & groups

My team stayed for 3 nights for a tournament and it was absolutely perfect. Gustavo went above and beyond providing for us— the house was STOCKED up on snacks, soda, herbs and spices and cooking equipment, and fresh flowers! It’s rare to stay somewhere with enough towels to cover us for a tournament weekend’s worth of showers but we never wanted for anything. We hope to be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 9, 2024
We're so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us Sarah and we would be thrilled to host you and your team once again next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceeded all expectations!

We used this property to host some out of town guests and everything about it exceeded our expectations. The home was fully stocked with literally anything and everything you could possibly need! The host went above and beyond anything that I’ve ever seen at a VRBO. Just to give an example, there were fresh flowers in every room, fresh fruit, and drinks & snacks! Our guests kept talking about how impressed they were. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 8, 2024
Thank you for those kind words Jessica. It was a great pleasure hosting your guests and we sincerely look forward to hosting them again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There were 14 of us! Plenty of space for all! We rented this home (our home away from home) Memorial Day weekend, 2026. My sons from NC & MD & their families along with my daughter from PA & her family all gathered here for the weekend. The owner even set up a crib for us to use for the baby. He responded to every message promptly. The house was very clean, with many unexpected surprises (well stocked snack bar, coffee bar, sodas in wine frig, fresh fruit, gallon of milk in frig, too many to mention). There is a large island & a very workable kitchen. You will not be disappointed! Beds were very comfortable. There were more than enough towels. It has a back yard, partially fenced, for kids to play in. Very convenient to the main highway & stores. Lots of Thrift Stores in the area. It is in a little residential neighborhood. Lots of parking. All one floor so little ones are safe. I have never stayed at a place that has it all! This place far exceeds what I was expecting or hoped for for my family. This is an owner who truly takes pride in his property & it shows. Thank you Gustavo!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This is not a Gem in a Box, It is a Diamond!!!

from the outside of the house you would not even believe how amazing the inside was. It was gorgeous. It looked like it had all just been redone. Every room (all 5 bedrooms), and the living room had smart TVs. The furniture was obviously brand new, as was everything else in the house. There was shampoo and conditioner in every bathroom, plenty of towels and wash clothes. There was even a steamer in every closet. There were buckets of toiletries in every closet, There was a ton of coffee pods, there was cereal, spices. Tons of plates even plastic plates and plastic ware. There was not anything missing. It was absolutely beautiful. The decorating was amazing. Everything was labeled. The furniture was all very comfortable. We had a wonderful stay! Thank you for making the place so great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 15, 2024
Thank you for sharing with us what you enjoyed from our home. My wife and I really take pride in the quality of our service and we loved hosting you and your family. We hope to one day be able to take care of everyone again and we hope that you have a safe trip back home. Thank you for your support.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Home Away from Home

My parents (79 & 84) and I stayed at Gem in a Box for a long weekend to attend a wedding. Let me start by saying traveling isn't easy for my parents, still they were extremely comfortable and couldn't say enough about it. It's great for a family with kids too. This spacious and comfortable property couldn't have been nicer! Extra-comfortable beds, room darkening curtains, nice-sized bedrooms and huge common spaces, outlets with USB ports... the sofa has motorized reclining chairs also with USB outlets (big hit with the parents - and me too!). Attention to every detail. And I mean every detail! The property is well located in terms of navigating the historic Fredericksburg VA area and access to stores, etc., but not really walkable. We arrived to a few lovely surprises - I'll leave those for you to discover the way we did. I will say that they were very welcoming and helped us settle in. Gustavo was wonderful with communication and assisting me with my reservation. If you're thinking about staying at Gem in a Box don't hesitate to book the property - you'll be so glad you did!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Book Now!!!

I can not begin to explain how absolutely amazing this home and owners are. I had previously booked another location a few months prior from a different VRBO. Without notice they cancelled my reservation. In a scramble I booked this home and reached out to the owner because I was paranoid of another cancellation. He responded immediately and assured me that he would not cancel. We were in town for a family wedding. There were 8 adults in our group and everyone was impressed. The house was clean and immaculate And stocked with everything you could need! There were fresh flowers in every room. There was a huge basket of fruit waiting for us. They had cereal and milk stocked along with other food items that you might need, Endless snacks. We didn’t even really have to grocery shop that much since we were out and about mostly. I’ve stayed at many vrbos in the past and this was by far THE BEST!!! My family was so impressed and felt so comfortable in this space. 10/10 book now!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gustavo’s 5-bedroom “Gem in a Box” was absolutely amazing! The home is even better in person, beautiful, spacious, and perfect for my family visiting from all over the country. The fresh fruit, cold refreshments, and flowers were such a thoughtful welcome. Check-in and checkout were both seamless, and Gustavo was an exceptional host and always so quick to respond. We truly felt at home and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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