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Soulful Retreat in Afton, VA, near vineyards and breweries, & restorative views

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A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a wooden ceiling, and a large island with bar stools.
A covered outdoor seating area with a hanging chair, two chairs, and a potted plant.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs. There is a chandelier hanging from the ceiling.
A white building with a black door and a small window above the door.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a decorative wall piece.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Afton, VA
  • Place, Veritas Vineyard and Winery
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Ridge Parkway North Entrance
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Afton Mountain Vineyards
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

First floor Queen ensuite

1 Queen Bed

Second floor Double Queen room

2 Queen Beds

Second floor King ensuite

1 King Bed

Second floor Queen ensuite

1 Queen Bed

Second floor Twin bedroom

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

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

Bathroom 4

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

Powder Room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Afton

Located in Afton, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Crozet Tunnel and Swannanoa Palace are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Shenandoah National Park and Rockfish Gap Entrance Shenandoah. Shenandoah Valley Art Center and Wildlife Center of Virginia are also worth visiting.
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Afton, VA

What's nearby

  • Veritas Vineyard and Winery - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Blue Ridge Parkway North Entrance - 4 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Afton Mountain Vineyards - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • University of Virginia - 26 min drive - 41.5 km
  • Wintergreen Resort - 29 min drive - 39.5 km

Getting around

  • Staunton Station - 27 min drive
  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Basic City Beer Co. - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Happ Coffee Roasters - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Shredders Smokehouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Estate Of Captain G Wilson - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Royal India Palace - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Soulful Retreat in Afton, VA, near vineyards and breweries, & restorative views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Soulful Retreat in Afton, VA, near vineyards and breweries, & restorative views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Soulful Retreat in Afton, VA, near vineyards and breweries, & restorative views?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Soulful Retreat in Afton, VA, near vineyards and breweries, & restorative views?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Soulful Retreat in Afton, VA, near vineyards and breweries, & restorative views located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Veritas Vineyard and Winery and within 3 miles (5 km) of Valley Road Vineyards and Cardinal Point Vineyard and Winery. Afton Mountain Vineyards and George Washington National Forest are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Lewis Catherine House in Afton is a beautifully restored Virginia farmhouse, located in the heart of Virginia wind country outside of Charlottesville. The home is furnished with thoughfulness and an obvious love for the place. There is plenty of room for extended family to relax in comfort. Lindsay was a lovely host and very accommodating when our plans changed slightly. Would recommend without hesistation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property

Beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bachelorette trip

Beautiful property! Perfect for a large group!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Christmas

We had a great time here celebrating our family Christmas!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This farmhouse was absolutely beautiful - the perfect Charlottesville getaway. We rated there for our son’s graduation from UVA and wished we had more time to relax at the house and enjoy the property. It was across the street from Veritas Vineyards, which was absolutely beautiful and we took advantage of a wine tasting Saturday afternoon after our graduation ceremonies. We would definitely go back.!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing home with great views. Had the perfect intimate wedding in the front yard & after party bbq in the back area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay!

Beautiful home in walking distance to Veritas Winery! Love the fire pit! The host is very responsive and could not be nicer.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place in Afton Wine Country

Beautiful property in the mountains of wine country. Enjoyed it greatly, would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house

Fun trip
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Spot!

The Lewis Catherine House was ideal for our family gathering. Everything from the comfort of the home to the beautiful location was just right. Lindsey was very responsive and quick to communicate. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Picture Perfect!

Everything in this home was just as listed and pictured or even better. It truly exceeded our expectations for beauty, cleanliness and livability.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Friends College Football weekend

Great time, great location. Awesome house. Many things to do around the house
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

College Graduation

This was the perfect place for our family during UVA’s recent graduation ceremony weekend. We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful house for a UVA reunion

My friends and I rented this house for a UVA reunion weekend. The house is gorgeous and very well maintained. We loved the fire pit in the back, and how close it was to Veritas and Blue Mountain Brewery. We would definitely come back again another time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay in wine country!

We loved the Lewis Catherine House! A group of 11 of us visited for a bachelorette and were beyond pleased with the impeccably decorated, well stocked, spacious, and charming home that Lindsay hosted us in. Location was great, right amongst all the gorgeous wineries and just a 25 minute hop to downtown Charlottesville for fun Saturday night dinner plans. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Farmhouse

The farmhouse is so attractive, beautifully renovated and furnished, and is very comfortable and well supplied. Our group of longtime friends found it an ideal place to gather for several days. It is in such a lovely setting. In addition, our hosts were extremely responsive to any questions we had. It was a delightful experience for our group.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wine Tasting with Friends

This is house was a perfect fit for a wine weekend get away. We had 4 couples and had plenty of room. The house was immaculate. Each room was so nicely decorated and the fire pit outside was a hit. We will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

UVA Graduation Retreat

This was the perfect venue for our extended family to gather while in town for UVA Graduation. The space easily accommodated orange, multi-generational group. The home was well appointed and we loved the proximity to both Charlottesville and the cideries/wineries. We look forward to having the occasion to return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

50th birthday bash!

What a gorgeous house with the perfect accommodations for our group to celebrate a milestone birthday! We enjoyed the location, so close to the wineries and even a gorgeous hiking trail. The fire pit was a fun place to gather. We enjoyed great meals at the large dining table, and laughed for hours playing games in the living area. Would return in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Gathering

My family traveled from Colorado, Oklahoma and Virginia to gather for a wedding weekend of festivities in Charlottesville and Madison County. We booked this property over a year ago so we could all stay together. We absolutely loved the property, the location, the stunning view and enjoyed our stay. The owners are very thoughtful to the needs of their guests and the property is well-cared for and maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely the BEST experience I’ve ever had with a rental property. Lindsey went above and beyond to accommodate and make our time at Lewis Catherine House memorable. Property is close to Charlottesville, breweries, Greenwood Grocery, Crozet, UVA, and more— but why leave when you can relax in a rocking chair on the front porch with a cup of coffee watching the cows across the street, watching the stars twinkle by the fire pit, or look out across the back of the property from the all-glass garage door of the “party barn”?! Trust me—You will not regret staying here! Thank you, thank you, Lindsey and crew!
Perfect place to host a Latin themed Rehearsal Dinner!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

We were in town for a wedding. This gorgeous home was perfect. So much space for all 11 of us. Close to wedding venue. So much land for the little ones to run and play frisbee. The house also had some toys for the kids. We were all so happy. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Book Club Weekend

My partner and her 9 girlfriends stayed in the Lewis Catherine House for their annual Book Club Weekend! It was the perfect amount of space for everyone— including a dinner table that could sit all 10 of them (plus some)! Super close to wineries and breweries and the Blue Ridge Tunnel (a must do!) is just a few miles down the road! The grounds of the house we beautifully maintained and watching the sunrise on the porch each morning was must! 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Gathering

The spacious house and location were perfect to relax and visit with family following my husband’s memorial service in the DC area. Generous space for us to prepare and enjoy meals, as well as other living spaces for the 8 of us to visit, read a book, check email and make phone calls. The multiple outdoor areas were a bonus and lured us outdoors to barbecue, sit around the fire pit and rock on the porch. The kitchen is well stocked and Lindsey is an accommodating host! It is also a great base for exploring Charlottesville and nearby vineyards and visiting Monticello. Thank you Lindsey for making our time together so special!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Thanksgiving

Our 3 generation family of 7 enjoyed Thanksgiving week at The Lewis Catherine House. Previous reviews have summed it up perfectly. Clean, spacious, and comfortable - so easy to settle right in and feel at home. Great outdoor spaces, especially near the firepit - be sure to bring marshmallows! The owners were very easy to communicate with. We would definitely choose to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
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