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The Apartment at Dark Run Retreat

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Exterior
A room with a wooden shelf displaying board games and a framed map of Virginia on the wall.
A grassy area with trees and a white building with a porch.
A wooden sign for a Dark Run Retreat with a 'Private Residence' sign below it, set against a snowy landscape with bare trees and a house in the background.
A rectangular swimming pool with a brick border, surrounded by a patio area with lounge chairs and a small deck.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Madison, VA
  • Place, Madison County Public Library
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Madison Plaza
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Early Mountain Vineyards
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Apartment at Dark Run Retreat

About this space
Comfy one bedroom apartment with a sofa bed in the foyer, located on 5 secluded acres, 3 miles outside the town of Madison.
The space
Guests have their own private apartment with use of our 5 acre yard, hot tub, and pool in the summer (Memorial Day thru Labor Day). There is a studio below the apartment so we ask that you’re mindful of those guests if it’s booked. :-)

*As of 10/6/20, we will no longer be hosting pets*
Guest access
Apartment, hot tub, fire pit, pool in the summer (Memorial Day thru Labor Day), yard with trails to the creek. The apartment is private, but the grounds and amenities are shared with the studio guests and with our family/guests.
Other things to note
The state road does turn to gravel after the church, and you will have to cross a low water bridge, which does flood if we get about 2” of rain, so just drive slowly please! :-)

**This is our home, not a party pavilion! We invite YOU to come enjoy it, but we're not interested in hosting your extended family events!**

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3878980vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Madison

Located in Madison, this apartment is in a rural area. Prince Michel Vineyard and Winery and Early Mountain Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lawrence Beasley Park and Madison Wayside. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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Madison, VA

What's nearby

  • Madison County Public Library - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Lawrence Beasley Park - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Madison Plaza - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Prince Michel Vineyard and Winery - 12 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Early Mountain Vineyards - 13 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

  • Culpeper Station - 27 min drive
  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mountaineer Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mugs & Muffins Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Giovanni's Italian Eatery - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Apartment at Dark Run Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Apartment at Dark Run Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Apartment at Dark Run Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Apartment at Dark Run Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Apartment at Dark Run Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Apartment at Dark Run Retreat located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Madison County Public Library and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Lawrence Beasley Park. Madison Plaza and Madison Wayside are also within 9 miles (15 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 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha C.

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

Beautiful and peaceful

The host was very communicative and the place was pristine. The property is incredibly peaceful and it was a perfect weekend getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana O.

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

Beautiful Property!!

I wish I’d booked for two nights the pool and property were beautiful!! Definitely using again next time I’m in Madison
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2024
Thank you so much for the awesome review and for being such a great guest! Welcome back anytime!!! :-)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jen Lamb

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I guess you could say I'm a true Madisonian, tracing my family back at least 6 generations in this county! I love traveling but I have no plans of ever moving!

Why they chose this property

Though I've lived in the county my entire life, I had no idea this house was even back here until I saw a real estate listing for it in about 2015. I wasn't in a position to buy it then, but I fell in love with it, and lucked out when it came back on the market in 2019, at which time I was ready to snatch it up! I love that it's very secluded, yet only 3 miles from town.

What makes this property unique

I may be a little biased, but to me, this property is our little piece of heaven. My boys have plenty of room to run and play, whether it be swinging in one of the tree swings, running thru the yard with the dog or playing in the creek, not to mention the pool in the summer! And I love the fact that it feels like you're in the middle of nowhere but we're only about a mile and a half from 7-11! According to my oldest son, we don't need to travel to vacation, we already live at a resort! :-) (Did I mention that he's also my homebody?!?!)

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