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Gracious Elegance in Downtown

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Back deck

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 83000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Crozet, VA
  • Place, Starr Hill Brewery
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Virginia
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Monticello
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Gracious Elegance in Downtown

Spacious remodeled 1906 traditional farmhouse on a fenced acre of private sanctuary located a short walk from downtown Crozet (galleries, restaurants, coffee shops, yoga). A short drive to hiking, orchards, vineyards, and breweries. 20 mins to Charlottesville (UVA Hospital, Monticello.) Max 3 pairs of people and an additional child. We offer our home to groups that can use the layout we have: a King, a Queen, and either the floor futon in the boys room or the pullout sofa double in the study, plus any pack-and-play you need for infants. If you need to spread out beyond that singly, this isn't a good fit. Does that work for your group? Find us for wine tours at Crozet Trolley and for properties next door.

Renovated bathrooms, private office area, sunroom, all in a tucked-away neighborhood. Backyard is huge and fenced-in, with a fire circle. Back deck for lounging, with firebowl. Original woodwork and heart of pine flooring, with modern comforts and design.

-Non-smoking
-8 person max
-4-bed max, not including pack-n-plays
-Dogs approved case by case; please inquire
-No weddings or entertaining (limited number of day visitors allowed with prior approval)
-Please help us maintain our County licensure by respecting parking rules: up to three in front of home on St. George Ave (not on grass, street, or mailbox driveway.) If you have a delivery or transport vehicle stop by, be sure to let them know. Do not back into neighbors' yards. Thanks!

Accommodations:
Main suite has a goose-down duvet on a king-sized bed. A second bedroom has a queen. One small bedroom has a single futon bed, or, the office can serve as a third bedroom, with a double sofa pull-out supplemented by a comfortable feathertop under the mattress cover.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome, but house is not child-proofed.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
"Leave no trace" requirement for shedding breeds.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only
No entertaining or unapproved guests and no more than 3 vehicles without prior arrangement.
Vacuuming policy for shedding breeds.
Hygiene: ALL food scraps go in compost bucket; no dishes, crumbs, pizza boxes, open containers, etc. out overnight.

Important information

You need to know

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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

Crozet

Located in Wayland Park, a neighbourhood in Crozet, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Crozet Tunnel and Rotunda are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Shenandoah National Park and Rockfish Gap Entrance Shenandoah. War Fields and Charlottesville Ice Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Crozet, VA

What's nearby

  • Starr Hill Brewery - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • University of Virginia - 16 min drive - 27.0 km
  • University of Virginia Hospital - 20 min drive - 30.1 km
  • Downtown Mall - 21 min drive - 32.4 km
  • Monticello - 23 min drive - 35.3 km

Getting around

  • Charlottesville Station - 24 min drive
  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fiesta Azteca Tap House And Mexican Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪King Family Vineyards - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starr Hill Brewery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sal's Pizza - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chiles Peach Orchard - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gracious Elegance in Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Gracious Elegance in Downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gracious Elegance in Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gracious Elegance in Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gracious Elegance in Downtown located?

Located in Wayland Park, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Starr Hill Brewery and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from King Family Vineyards. Grace Estate Winery and Stinson Vineyards are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very convenient location and host was super responsive. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mindy G.

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

Great rental

I rented this house for my son and his groomsmen for his wedding weekend and everything went perfectly! Atieno was so nice to work with and made everything run smoothly. Would rent again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean G.

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

Wonderful stay in Crozet!

We had a great stay in this charming old house. Plenty of space for the kids to roam, and very close to lots of activities around Crozet. Our host, Atieno, was very informative, helpful, and kind!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen m.

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

Nice homey stay!

Good location to area, nice outdoor space especially with pets, comfortable stay, nice family space .
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danah M.

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

Well-Appointed, Convenient 1900s Farmhouse

Beautiful 1900s farmhouse, situated perfectly in center of Crozet, made for the perfect haven during our daughter's move to the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Weekend in Crozet

Enjoyed our stay in the beautiful farmhouse. The backyard and front porch were inviting and relaxing. Wish we could have stayed longer!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky S.

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

Perfect Stay for Weekend with Family

My family and I were in town for my sister's baby shower. Atieno's home was so warm and cozy, we immediately felt right at home. The location was perfect, just right around the corner from the grocery, coffee shop, and local breweries and wineries. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

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

Lovely farmhouse getaway

Shawn and Atieno were great hosts and the house was just as nice as advertised. Would happily return.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

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

Beautiful Home and Great Location!

My friends and I stayed for a long weekend at this beautiful home in Crozet. It had everything we needed, great outdoor space, fully stocked kitchen, and plenty of room for 4 adults, and our dogs. The owner was awesome, very communicative with us, and easy to reach. The house is in a great location to all the wineries and breweries in the area. We would definitely stay here again, our dogs loved it too!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Summer F.

Great location for get together weekend!

The house was perfect for a get away weekend for a group of friends to get together. Location was great - we walked to several restaurants in Crozet, easily drove out for a hike in Sugar Hollow, and it was central to the vineyards. The house itself was lovely, the kitchen was well equipped, and the back deck area was perfecr for morning coffee and evening cocktails. There were fresh flowers throughout the house that made it welcoming. We had a great time and would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn A.

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

Pleasant fall weekend

There is a lot to do in the area but the house can certainly accommodate just hanging out and relaxing, too. We enjoyed pumpkin/apple picking, Monticello, running around with our dog in the backyard and the kids loved the swing options as well as the neighbor's chickens! We also appreciated being invited to the neighborhood Halloween festivities. Crozet is very close by with several coffee and restaurant options for those who want a break from cooking.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Cara P.

Beautifully renovated farmhouse close to Charlottesville!

My friends and I enjoyed our stay in Crozet, VA. The farmhouse has a beautifully renovated kitchen that is great for entertaining, with a large and open dining room and sunroom. The bedrooms were spacious and each bathroom had been updated nicely. This house is best suited for 4 adults and 2 children, since one of the bedrooms is a child’s room with bunk beds. There is a nice fire pit in the backyard which was perfect for a crisp fall evening. Overall this house was the perfect place to stay, convenient to the mountains, wineries, and downtown Charlottesville.

10/10 Excellent

Leslie J.

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

Wedding Weekend

Stayed here for a family wedding. The house was beautiful, wonderfully clean, and very comfortable. My husband and I stayed in the primary bedroom, our adult son used the second bedroom and our teenage son was going to use the loft bed but found it to be a bit too tight for him. We had no problem switching him to the pull out bed in the office. So happy to have found this home, will definitely book again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cody N.

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

Wonderful weekend in Crozet

The house is in a great neighborhood with Crozet Elementary’s massive playground and fields just a short walk away. Walk to coffee shops and Crozet Pizza too. The fenced in yard was great for our dog! The house is very comfortable and has all the essentials. We did have a 20 month old with us and the floor transitions and easy to grab, delicate items made it a bit more challenging to let him roam though the backyard was perfect for him. My children 9 and 5 loved it though and appreciated the board games, easy to work TV and swing in the yard. Overall great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Laura S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Crozet Girls Weekend

The Bird family were amazing hosts. The location was great to walk downtown Crozet. We chose not to bring any food or leftovers into the home because we were warned about mice and there were ants in the trash can. The Birds did warn us about this in advance but we didn’t want to risk it. Pictures are accurate but if you prefer a more updated home you might want to look somewhere else. If you are a group of adults, there are really only two suitable beds for sleeping.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amal P.

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

Really Nice!

This is a unique property in a rather nice part of Central Virginia - Crozet is a nice town with very friendly people and some nice restaurants, breweries, etc. It's also only a few minutes away from Charlottesville and attractions like Monticello (Jefferson) and Highline (Monroe). Although we didn't meet them, the owners are responsive and clearly have good taste in decor and amenities. The only reason that I gave this four stars in one category rather than five is that - no fault of the owners, it's the time of the year - there were a ton of mosquitoes, a few wasps, and other insects in the spacious, inviting backyard, reducing our ability to enjoy it to the fullest (but, again, that's August in the mid-Atlantic and the South for you). I would definitely recommend a stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

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

So charming!

This house is so charming! My family of 5 stayed for a wedding in Crozet. The house worked perfectly. We were able to walk to town for coffee and then lunch (at a great BBQ place called Smoked Kitchen). The neighborhood/area is beautiful and safe. We choose houses over hotels due to food allergies and the need for a kitchen. This kitchen worked great and felt very clean. There is a lovely sun room to which we all gravitated. Also lovely porches where we enjoyed quiet, flowers and birdsong. The owner was extremely accommodating regarding parking when we thought some extended family may come by to visit at the last minute (which they ended up not doing). I would highly recommend and will definitely stay again when we are in the area. We toured UVA with our teen on the way out of town and it’s an easy distance if you like a more rural feel (which we do).
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nelle L., Portsmouth

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

Last minute weekend getaway

Perfect. I requested this property the night before arrival as a last minute getaway for my husband and I with our dog. Mrs. Bird responded within minutes and what I didnt know was that we were about to be welcomed with the hospitality of top notch B&B when in actuality The Bird family graciously vacated their home last minute and made us feel like relatives coming in from out of town to stay the weekend. Our dog was in heaven exploring the 1.5acre fenced in yard. She was perhaps a little too familiar with the carriage house guests as curiosity got the best of her one morning when the outdoor shower was used (I am so sorry!!). We loved the back deck fire bowl to enjoy the brisk evenings and there is dry wood sold at the IGA. The kitchen has a gorgeous gas stove and is fully stocked with everything you need to make a gourmet meal although if you are a professional chef…dont forget to bring your own sharpened knives (its an unreasonable ask for a VRBO property to keep up!) You will compost and recycle but the Bird family has a lovely notebook of detailed instructions answering every question from how to work the fireplaces to how and why you want to countertop compost (and restaurant gauge!). The house is an antique with modern updates so when we woke up and realized the charming crisp air was lingering because the pilot light blew out…Mrs and Mr Bird immediately responded and offered to come over or talk us through the restart pending our preference and within minutes we had a cozy warmth throughout the home. The holiday lights outside and the Christmas tree inside got us in the mood and we stumbled upon the Crozet Winter Brewfest saturday on our bikes which was this lovely outdoor gathering of dogs, neighbors, breweries, musicians, food trucks, fire bowls, and craftsmen. We purchased holiday gifts, enjoyed the beer and honey tasting and collected a few stickers for our teenagers water bottle collection and a good time was had by all on a lovely sunny Saturday and we couldnt help but feel a little jealous of the hometown winter weekend ambience in this community where we were welcomed like old friends. Mudhouse Coffee is dog walking distance away! Home is perfectly appointed, cozy, and spacious. Towels were plentiful. Be careful showering in the master bath as it’s easy to get water all over the floor without a shower curtain but lots of towels are provided and the floors are heated in winter. Hospitality=A+. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra B.

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

Charming old home

If you're looking for a weekend to pretend you live in a charming small town near wineries, Charlottesville, and hiking.... You've found it! This deceptively large house is a home so you'll really feel you've moved to the neighborhood. Walkable to a great local coffee shop. Only note is that two of the bedrooms are loft twins. Super fun looking but ultimately maybe scary for younger kids (mine panicked about falling out at night and slept with us instead).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S.

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

Beautiful home

We had an amazing restorative time in this lovely home. The pictures do not come close to showing how wonderful the home is. Open area kitchen so beautifully restored. We loved sitting in the sunroom. The location is outstanding with walking access to shops in Crozet and the highway to Charlottesville, Shenandoah National Park, Staunton and Nelson 151. Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Justin F.

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

Great time

Impromptu golf trip and the place and location were great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Mark H., Greenville, NC

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

Family Weekend

Host was great. House very unique and well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Suzanne D.

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

Crozet

This is a great house for a family vacation. Spacious, comfortable and relaxed. Great fenced in yard in which to chase a toddler.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bethany G.

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

Beautiful Home, Great Character, Perfect Location

Great location. Property was beautifully updated, while leaving original character of home. Great communication with host and easy check in. We had everything we needed for our stay and enjoyed the wonderful back yard!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brea M.

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

Wonderful stay for a King Family wedding!

My friends and I stayed here because we were in the wedding party for a wedding at King Family, and the house was used for the bridal party to get ready. Atieno was so accommodating and communicative throughout the entire process, and her home is absolutely stunning. Thank you Atieno for making the special day so stress-free!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Atieno Bird

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We moved from the Northeast quadrant of Washington DC in 2016 to be close to the mountains, to extended family, and to a greener, calmer lifestyle. We work in real estate and mental health coaching and run the Crozet Trolley Co., providing visitors a fun way to enjoy Albemarle's agritourism destinations.

Why they chose this property

Our family of four loves living in Crozet, so close to the mountains and full of friendly people, and with dozens of agritourism destinations within twenty minutes drive. This property is walking distance from cafes and restaurants but feels secluded. It's also one of a handful of historic properties in town.

What makes this property unique

The combination of walkability and space/privacy/safety/nature is hard to find. Many properties provide one or the other but not both. It's also rare to find a charming older property, especially one that is well renovated. If the beauty of your space matters to your vacation experience, this is your find.

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