Nestled in the heart of Brewery Trail/Route 151, The Branch at Afton Mountain Retreat offers a serene escape with one level living and hang out space in the unfinished basement. Enjoy views of Afton Mountain, unwind by the screened porch's brick wood burning fireplace hearth or grill dinner on the covered back patio while watching cows graze.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7153 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
The current price is ¥39,290
¥39,290
¥73,209 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Branch at Afton Mountain Retreat
Welcome to The Branch at Afton Mountain Retreat in the heart of Brewery Trail/Route 151, Vineyard country and the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Located 1/8th mile from Veritas Vineyard. It is within 10 minutes to every brewery, vineyard, distillery and cidery along Route 151 & Crozet, 1 mile from the newly opened Blue Ridge Tunnel and 20 minutes to Wintergreen Resort for winter fun! Completely remodeled and ready to spoil the best guests who simply want to unwind.
Hi there! My husband, Damond and I built our forever home on one acre in the lovely town of Crozet! We met while attending the University of Virginia and we got married and lived in Charlottesville after graduating. We love Charlottesville but just needed more space for our kids to run so we built our home in Crozet. We spend a lot of time in the nearby area of Afton along Route 151 going on hikes, visiting the local breweries and vineyards - all the things we recommend to our guests to do! We not only own the spaces that we rent out to our amazing guests but we spend time in those spaces as a family. I am a Realtor at Nest Realty and being a super host has been an avenue of real estate that I enjoy. We built and remodeled our properties and take a lot of pride in them to attract our guests to our little slice of heaven in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
The area is rural with homes spaced out on 2-10 acres. Most homes are lived in by the owners so please be respectful of noise as they live here full time. Veritas Vineyard is 200 meters down the road and Afton Mountain Vineyard is about 1 mile away. They are located among residential homes all on larger parcels of land. The neighbors behind us own cattle that sometimes graze along the wire fence in the back yard.
There is a very large U shaped driveway with plenty of off street parking for every guest if they drive themselves. It can easily accommodate very large vehicles with no issues.
The Branch has all one level living for bedroom and living space access. The main level of the house has a primary bedroom (Queen) with attached ensuite (full bathroom). The closet has been remodeled into a "getting ready" space in the bathroom. There is a 2nd full bathroom off the hallway with two additional bedrooms. Bedroom 2 (Queen) and Bedroom 3 (Queen and Twin). There are several outdoor retreats from the covered front porch that faces East to watch the sunrise, the rear covered porch facing west to watch the sunset while grilling dinner. The screened porch is right off of the kitchen and has a wood burning fireplace in it. Downstairs, the basement we like to call the TEEN/TODDLER hangout! Completed with a large sectional sofa, 2nd TV, air hockey table, game table and chess/checkers table. There's also a corner of the basement with soft flooring and dress-up / toys for the kids to enjoy. A full size Washer/Dryer and 2nd refrigerator are also in the basement.
There is a large U Shaped driveway that can accommodate vehicles if every guest were to drive as well as a large tour bus if you decide to hire vehicle transportation during your stay. If you are touring vineyards and breweries, many guests will contact local transportation companies that specialize in these tours and pickup/drop off from The Branch.
If you are looking to host a larger gathering for guests to stay, check out our sister property just 1/4 mile up the road - The Bungalow at Afton Mountain Retreat (sleeps 7).
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Entertainment
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Office
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
-No parties or events allowed.
-No smoking allowed.
-No pets allowed unless approved by the owners in advance with the pet fee - non-shedding / hypoallergenic dogs (2 max) only.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 1541
Property is also known as
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About the neighborhood
Afton is home to this vacation home. Veritas Vineyard and Winery and Afton 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 Shenandoah National Park and Rockfish Gap Entrance Shenandoah. Consider Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards for a night out or War Fields if you're traveling with kids. Visit our Afton travel guide
Is The Branch at Afton Mountain Retreat pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at The Branch at Afton Mountain Retreat?
As of Mar 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Branch at Afton Mountain Retreat on Apr 19, 2026 start from ¥39,290, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Branch at Afton Mountain Retreat?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Branch at Afton Mountain Retreat?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Branch at Afton Mountain Retreat located?
This family-friendly Afton vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Veritas Vineyard and Winery, Afton Mountain Vineyards, and Crozet Tunnel. Valley Road Vineyards is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.
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The Branch at Afton Mountain Retreat Reviews
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The house was wonderful—beautifully decorated with a warm, welcoming, and comfortable feel throughout. The screened-in porch was a highlight, complete with a cozy couch, a dining table, and a fireplace overlooking a lovely view. Inside, the spacious basement offered plenty of room to relax, play games, and enjoy the TV. Overall, it’s a perfect spot for a quick and relaxing getaway to the Afton Mountain area!
Clean, well-appointed, and a fabulous location! Dawn and Damond were communicative and timely, and we had everything we needed and more. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
We really enjoyed our stay in Afton. The home was beautifully decorated, clean, and comfortable. It was perfect for our family weekend get-away. We are looking forward to staying again in the future!
We spent a weekend here and very much enjoyed the house. It is well equipped, clean and located close to local wineries and breweries. We enjoyed hiking on the Blue Ridge on a beautiful Fall day.
Laura S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Michelle
May 29, 2025
Excellent Relaxing Stay
This was our 3rd trip to The Branch at Afton Mountain. We love this home because it is close to many wineries and breweries, but also very kid friendly. Our daughter did not want to leave she was having so much fun in the basement. Dawn and Damond are very responsive hosts. We can’t wait to return!
Our stay at this property was so enjoyable. The house is attractively furnished with anything you could possibly need for a great stay and is immaculate. Location is also a plus. We would definitely stay at this property again when we visit this area as it provides easy access to Blue Ridge Parkway and Shenandoah National Park.
This property is beautiful, well-located, and most importantly (for me), very clean! So tastefully decorated with fun touches for the kids like a porch swing and air hockey table in the basement. We enjoyed our stay and hope to come back soon. It was the perfect spot to visit wineries (and a polo match), head into Charlottesville, and go apple picking.
We had such a great time on our stay. There were so many extra touches in this house that made this stay even better. Everything was super clean. Beautiful location and close to many breweries and wineries. Basement area would be excellent for kids although we didn’t bring ours along on this trip. Both nights we stayed, we sat in the screened in porch area at night with a fire going and it was so cozy. Definitely recommend!!
Great house that has everything you could want, especially if you're the type to go out all day exploring agritourism and come back to a cozy house to make and enjoy dinner in. We definitely enjoyed the screened in porch with fireplace the most.
Bedrooms and bathrooms are nice. It was an adult-only trip so while we did not use the basement play area, I was able to escape to do some work...no rest for the weary! If you like Afton wineries, this is the ABnB for you.
This home is the first rental I have stayed in which is as fresh and new as the advertised pictures. The bathrooms are so clean with plenty of soft towels and vanity to do make up. Beautiful lighting throughout the house. Renovated to perfection with spacious bedrooms and comfortable beds. We enjoyed sitting in the outside screened in area, drinking coffee with perfect weather. You must ride down the road and walk to the old railroad tunnel in which you can walk through, bring a really bright flashlight! Close by Blue Mountain Brewery and restaurant has excellent food and lots of room to eat outside. This house is perfect for a family but do bring food for snacking and drinking as it is about 20 minutes to the closest grocery store. We loved our visit as well as our friends and would stay again without hesitation.
Stay…..you will not be disappointed!!!
Also the owners are very nice and accommodating 🤗
The house fit our needs wonderfully. We did not spend much time at the house as we had a family event for the weekend, but the house could very easily support an entertaining family weekend away.
Such a pretty house in a beautiful setting across the road from Veritas Winery. We enjoyed our weekend exploring Afton and Charlottesville. This house was perfect. Very nicely decorated, comfortable beds and great location.
Looks fresh inside and out, very well outfitted with everything you need. Very thoughtfully done with families with kids in mind. Plenty of glassware, towels, and the basics so no need to go shopping. Nice tips in advance of the stay as well. Will definitely stay here again.
The house was absolutely lovely—well-stocked and thoughtfully put together. We especially appreciated the extra fridge downstairs and all the small details. We spent a relaxing week there with visits from our kids and grandkids. It was a great place to gather, and the grandkids loved playing in the basement. We also enjoyed exploring the nearby wineries and breweries—so many great spots nearby! Dawn and Damond were wonderful hosts and made communication easy. We would definitely stay here again.— C.W.