Nestled in the beautiful countryside around historic Charlottesville, The Tree house is a haven for young and old alike. Explore the spacious outdoors with hiking trails, a quaint pond with a floating dock, fire pit and tire swing. Visit nearby wineries like Barboursville Vineyards or book DiVine Wine Tours for an unforgettable experience.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 20
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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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.
Charlottesville Retreat for Family & Friends
(Owner/manager of 9046858 also) Welcome to the beautiful countryside around historic Charlottesville! “The Tree” house (so named for its massively gorgeous oak) stands at the site of a pre-Civil War cabin. This home welcomes visitors young and old alike and groups large or small! Explore the spacious outdoors that include hiking trails, quaint pond with a floating dock, a fire pit and tire swing and a large field for lacrosse, soccer, football, frisbee - you name it! With only a 23 minute drive among lovely farms and Blue Ridge views you may experience the well loved Historic Downtown Pedestrian Mall. The University of Virginia with it's beautiful Rotunda and Grounds is just a few minutes beyond that. Wineries are abundant in the area! Close by visit the Barboursville Vineyards and Ruins as well as Horton Vineyards. Castle Hill, a cidery with a spectacular setting and wedding venue is just a few back-roads away... Also, Chestnut Oak Vineyard, Keswick Vineyards and Burnley Vineyards to name a few more... **DiVine Wine Tours is a lovely company to book with and offers a 5% discount to my guests!** Ask for my discount code if you would like to schedule. We love to make vacationing a pleasure and provide you with all the necessities to make your stay care-free and comfortable! The kitchen is fully equipped including spices and basic staples. Towels and linens (freshly made beds!) - soap, shampoo/conditioner and toilet paper - dish and dishwasher soap - kitchen towels - paper towels - napkins - are all provided. We invite you to come experience the tranquil beauty with your loved ones!
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
4 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Dock
Firepit
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Elevator
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In a rural location
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Event fee applies
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
Note from host: event fee applies
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Charlottesville Retreat for Family & Friends pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-out at Charlottesville Retreat for Family & Friends?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Charlottesville Retreat for Family & Friends located?
Located in a rural location, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Preddy Creek Trail Park, Burnley Vineyards, and Castle Hill Cider. AMF Kegler's Lanes and Virginia Discovery Museum are also within 12 mi (20 km).
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We had a lovely stay at this property! We loved the ping pong and foosball tables and the outdoor area in particular. It was clean, cozy, had plenty of towel and linens, and lots of sleeping options.
Awesome quick getaway with old friends. Went into town for great meals but the best part was sitting by the fire pit in front of the majestic oak tree. Great spot for our get together.
Everything is as appears/stated in the listing. Easy check in and check out process. Thank you for allowing us to use your property for our trip. Will definitely recommend to others!
We had a great time at Mary's home in the woods. We are UVA alums, so it was great to be back at our old stomping grounds. The kitchen was well-appointed and the beds were cozy. The kids didn't like that there weren't any streaming options for them, but the parents didn't mind! ;) Overall, it was a great place to stay with family.
We had five families with children vacationing together and the house was perfect!! Everyone had their own living area and there was so much room. The kids especially loved the indoor play rooms and the amazing swing hanging from the house’s namesake tree. The adults enjoyed how peaceful the area was while still being just a drive away from Charlottesville. It was truly the ideal vacation house.
This house is perfect for connecting with friends and family. The kitchen is large, well appointed, and well suited to cook together. The outdoor firepit and nearby trails made for a perfect weekend of reconnecting and relaxing with a group old friends. Everything was perfectly clean, there were thoughtful touches all over the house (fresh sheets and towels exactly where you'd hope to find them). I would absolutely stay here again.
Our large family with multiple kids from 4-11 came from Kentucky for my son to get married in Charlottesville. House was perfect for kids to sleep & plenty of games for them to play in the basement. Very kid oriented house. Thanks for sharing so we could all stay together! Beautiful property!
The Tree House was perfect for our family. We came to Charlottesville for our daughter's wedding and needed a place big enough to hold our family of 10 plus another family of four. We felt like there was plenty of room and the surrounding area is beautiful! It is a little way from grocery stores or other shopping, but the location is peaceful and quiet and we loved sitting on the porch and enjoying the yard. Everything was clean and roomier than it looks in the photos. We would definitely stay here again.
Full of delightful things to enjoy: 2 firepits and a wood stove, tree swing, pond, fields, beauty of surrounding woods, a 'surprise' children's playroom and a basement full of fun things to do, with plenty of other games and toys; comfortable and enjoyable for family members from 2-70
My large family had a great experience staying here for a long weekend. There was ample and comfortable space for everyone. The outdoor area was so easy to use and we spent most of our time here with several cookouts. The indoor rooms & activities for kids and the outdoor space were perfect for all of us. Thank you.
It meant a lot to have this comfortable homelike space for this special weekend when our family interred my husband's ashes at Panorama Natural Burial.
We rented this property to handle the cousin overflow from a family Thanksgiving in Charlottesville. We had 14 people total with an age range of 77 to 3 years old. The house suited everyone! It was clean, had ample towels and blankets, easy access to walking trails, and a much-enjoyed wood-burning stove in the living area. It was the perfect balance of well-cared-for yet relaxed, cozy but with plenty of space to retreat, and a private location with easy access to town. This lovely home will be our first choice when returning to Charlottesville. Thank you for wonderful stay!
Hosts were attentive, kids enjoyed the yard and especially the swing and were not on their devices constantly. House was clean with plenty of space for all 9 of us.
Stayed here with extended family with kids and adults and it was perfect! My nieces and nephews spent hours on the tree swing! A great set up for everyone to stay together but also have privacy. Gorgeous location too!
this house and property are just beautiful and the host was wonderful. So rare on vrbo to have one’s expectations exceeded. We loved the quiet and the patio.
Our two night stay was excellent for our return to Charlottesville and the Foxfield Races! Property is exactly as advertised! The outdoor fire pit and space was wonderful to bring our family and friends together!
This was a great location and property for our 3 sons and their families. The outdoor space was perfect for a small pool and the grandkids loves the swing on the beautiful oak tree. Each famliy had there own sleeping space on each floor. A perfect place for large familes to meet.
We had an amazing stay in Charlottesville thanks to Mary and her wonderful property! We had a large group of friends and family, and I must say, all 10 of us were very impressed by how comfortable and spacious the accommodations were. We especially enjoyed the large outdoor patio area, it was a perfect weekend. I would definitely recommend this property to any families or groups looking to have a memorable weekend in Charlottesville!!
The house accommodated our family perfectly. Love the twin beds for each of the kids. We had one day of rain and the space in the house was perfect for spending the day inside. To the owner. light on the microwave is burned out. The house had a musty odor upon arrival.. probably from being closed up. Nice new skillets.
This house was a fantastic getaway for a group of 12 - 6 adults, 5 kids ranging in age from 9-16, and a baby. There was plenty of room for everyone, and the kids loved having their own basement retreat! We appreciated how well-stocked the kitchen was — we easily had what we needed to make food for our large group. The property was pretty and peaceful, and we loved catching fireflies at night!
7 ladies rented this house for a getaway. It was perfect. So many bedrooms and bathrooms. Great living space for all of us to gather. Well stocked kitchen with Kindle and regular coffee pots. We loved the outside fire pit and used it all nights that we were there. Our group gets away together once per year, and it's going to be hard to find a better house.
Joanne D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Apr 3, 2019
Perfect for large groups; everything you need
The tree house couldn’t be more perfect. Large enough to keep everyone comfortable with plenty of bathrooms plus plenty of outdoor space and activities to keep everyone occupied. Almost wished we didn’t spend so much time at the wineries. The only thing I’d call out is that one of the beds is in a closet. Still comfortable and plenty of room but could be surprising for any high maintance types :) Mary was super accommodating and responsive - answers questions faster than my friends! We would go back in a heartbeat!