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The Refuge at Laurel

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A wooden interior with a kitchen counter, a door labeled "BASEMENT," and a wall-mounted sign with a plant.
A rustic wooden interior with a central island, wooden flooring, and pendant lighting.
A wooden kitchen with a black refrigerator, a wooden dining table, and a cozy seating area with a sofa and chairs.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a TV mounted above the counter, and a potted plant on a small table.
A single-story house with a porch, a front door, and a small front yard.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 4•2 bedrooms•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Shipman, VA
  • Place, Walton's Mountain Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Oak Ridge Estate
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Refuge at Laurel

Enjoy a cozy mountain getaway located in the heart of Nelson County. Perfect for couples, friends, or singles, the Refuge at Laurel is 25 minutes from Charlottesville and a short drive to the wineries, breweries, distilleries, and orchards on Route 151. Take a hike through the mountains on the many trails bordering the George Washington National Forest. Or, work from the home office with included fiber Internet.
The space
The Refuge has a mid-century "mountain" design with vintage furniture mixed with high-tech upgrades such as a smart thermostat.
Guest access
Guests have full access to the large fenced-in yard and adjoining workshop (parking is permissible in the workshop).

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
When you arrive, please park outside of the red gate.
Please empty all trash into the black trash bin outside of the red gate at the end of your stay.
Pease be mindful of pet hair on the furniture. Your consideration is appreciated!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3437491vb
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

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Shipman, VA

What's nearby

  • Walton's Mountain Museum - 12 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Oak Ridge Estate - 22 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards - 28 min drive - 30.8 km
  • Bold Rock Hard Cider Nellysford Cidery - 30 min drive - 36.7 km
  • University of Virginia - 41 min drive - 48.9 km

Getting around

  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wood Ridge Farm Brewery - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Brent Manor Winery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Rapunzel's Coffee and Books - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Trager Brothers Coffee Roastery - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Refuge at Laurel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at The Refuge at Laurel?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Refuge at Laurel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Refuge at Laurel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

About the host

Hosted by Rebecca Morgan

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