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Luxury Country Cottage with Spectacular Blue Ridge Mountain Views!

Luxury Country Cottage with Spectacular Blue Ridge Mountain Views!

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Carrie's Cottage Front Porch
Fairhill Farm entrance
Living area
Kitchen area
Carrie's Cottage Kitchen

Overview of Luxury Country Cottage with Spectacular Blue Ridge Mountain Views!

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 484 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Stanardsville, VA
  • Popular LocationShenandoah National Park17 min drive
  • Popular LocationEarly Mountain Vineyards21 min drive
  • Popular LocationSwift Run Gap Entrance Shenandoah22 min drive
  • AirportCharlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)32 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom Queen

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom Twins

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Luxury Country Cottage with Spectacular Blue Ridge Mountain Views!

Carrie's Cottage: A luxurious and charming country cottage, privately situated just past our pond on Fairhill Farm, a working farm of 142 acres, and surrounded by other large farms including our own 130 acre High fields Farm. Beautifully appointed with comfort in mind, Carrie's Cottage is a retreat for those wishing to escape life's stresses for a weekend, a week or longer!

2 hours from Washington, DC, 90 minutes from Richmond,VA
25 minutes from Charlottesville, VA

Spring has sprung at Fairhill Farm Country Vacation Rentals and, yes, we are open for business. We have received a number of inquiries from folks that want to escape to the rural country side for fresh air, open space and stunning mountain views. Our two farms comprise nearly 300 acres fronting on the South River with private hiking trails, springs to explore and miniature horses to enjoy. Our three vacation rentals with fully equipped kitchens are at least 1/10 mile apart with a population density of about one person per 50 acres. Now that’s social distancing! We also use CDC procedures to clean, disinfect and prepare our vacation rentals for each guest’s arrival. The cottages are also self-check-in and our staff stringently practice social distancing with each other and with our guests. Our local grocery as well as drug stores are open and our restaurants are providing curbside pick-up and/or limiting dine-in to ten people. The Shenandoah National Park, Appalachian Trail and Skyline Drive are less than a 15-minute drive from our farms and the entrance fees have been waived. Finally, please know that our prices are at our normal rate. We find it morally and ethically reprehensible that some popular vacation spots at the beach or in the mountains have doubled, tripled or even quadrupled their rates. We will be happy to host you but regardless please be safe and follow all recommended guidelines as the nation works its way through the threat of this virus.

Sit on the porch or in front of the fireplace and feel your stress slip away!

Perfect for a couple celebrating an anniversary or other special occasion or for a family wishing to experience a true country lifestyle.

Centrally located in Virginia near Historic sites such as Monticello, Montpelier,and Ash Lawn; University of Virginia; Charlottesville's pedestrian mall; 15 mins. to The Shenandoah National Park, Appalachain Trial, and Skyline Drive. Near wineries. A day trip to Washington, DC; or Williamsburg.

Carrie's Cottage amenities: Amenities:Gas fireplace, luxury bath with marble shower, full kitchen, queen bed layered with 'feather' bed, soft linens, comforter and quilt, use of the main house swimming pool (Mid May thru September), satellite TV, DVD, washer & dryer, telephone, Bose Surround Sound stereo with CD player, washer & dryer, linens, bath & beach towels provided, gas grill. hours of hiking on property (including our own Jarrell Mountain).
Fishing in private pond and in the South River, spectacular mountain views.

Activities:15 minutes to Shenandoah National Park, Appalachian Trail and Skyline Drive!

Nearby activities: Hours of hiking on the property, including marked trails on our own Jarrell Mountain. Antiquing, wineries, hiking, horseback riding, ballooning, kayaking, etc.

Fishing in private pond and on the South River.

Centrally located in Virginia near: Historic sites such as Monticello, Montpelier, and Ash Lawn; University of Virginia; Charlottesville's pedestrian mall; Fifteen minutes from The Shenandoah National Park, Appalachian Trial, and Skyline Drive Near many wineries and much, much more! A day trip to Washington, DC; or Williamsburg, VA.

Property manager

Amb. Alton Keel
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Miniature horses; pool; hiking; fishing;tree house

Events

No events allowed
We host weddings and events

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests may not entertain visitors at farm or in cottage without prior written permission form owner.
Ask us about our 'Extras and add-ons' .
We host weddings and events with stunning mountain views.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Note from host: We host weddings and events
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Stanardsville

Located in Stanardsville, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Rapidan Camp and Montpelier are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Early Mountain Vineyards and Stone Mountain Vineyards. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking.
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Stanardsville, VA

What's nearby

  • Shenandoah National Park - 17 min drive
  • Early Mountain Vineyards - 21 min drive
  • Swift Run Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 22 min drive
  • Massanutten Water Park - 37 min drive
  • University of Virginia - 39 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Lafayette Inn & Restaurant - 9 min drive
  • Sal's Pizzeria and Restaurant - 9 min drive
  • The Standard Restaurant - 10 min drive
  • The Greene Eatery - 9 min drive
  • Va Wine Club - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Country Cottage with Spectacular Blue Ridge Mountain Views! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Luxury Country Cottage with Spectacular Blue Ridge Mountain Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Country Cottage with Spectacular Blue Ridge Mountain Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Country Cottage with Spectacular Blue Ridge Mountain Views!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Country Cottage with Spectacular Blue Ridge Mountain Views! located?

Located on the riverfront, this family-friendly cottage is within 12 mi (20 km) of Shenandoah National Park, Swift Run Gap Entrance Shenandoah and Early Mountain Vineyards. Shenandoah River and Bearfence Mountain are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robin Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
We really love the property — so peaceful and close to the Skyline Drive. Its a close drive to downtown where you can enjoy Maybelles for breakfast and coffee. Alton and his family are all wonderful people and are very quick to respond if you need anything. Been going for years and will continue to stay at this cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A hidden gem!
The home was everything that it said it would be and then some! Very relaxing, clean and in a great location. Close to Shenandoah National Park, restaurants, shops and wineries. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kevin & Sherry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for visiting Shenandoah National Park
Perfect location for visiting Shenandoah National Park
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

robin t., Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
The peace and quiet was exactly what I needed. The treehouse and pool were exactly what my grandchildren needed. And the animals were what we all needed. Perfection! Alton and his staff were wonderful in every way. I'll definitely bring my family again and will highly recommend Carrie's Cottage to friends.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ruheoase auf sehr schönem Anwesen
Eine schöne Location auf großem, ruhigen und sehr gepflegten Anwesen. Wir haben die Ruhe nach einigen Tagen Citytrip in NYC & DC sehr genossen. Prima auch der Pool ! Kurze Wege zum Shenondoah NP.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Amb. Alton Keel

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Former Ambassador turned entrepreneur and gentleman farmer is your host at Fairhill Farm Country Vacation Rentals. His passion is collecting fine wines and caring for his miniature horses, dogs and cats on his three farms nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains just 2 hours from the nations capital. If prompted, he will regale you with personal anecdotes and tales from his high profile positions serving two Presidents and counseling foreign heads-of-state.

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