Summary:
You’ll enjoy the simple charms of this home for up to 4 guests conveniently located near Lake Monticello, Charlottesville, the Rivanna River, and wineries. Relax in peace in a quiet neighborhood. Enjoy your private patio with outdoor dining table. Play board games, cornhole, and horseshoes. Make memories around the firepit. You’ll have everything you need, including fully equipped kitchen, washer-dryer, electric fireplace, fast Wi-Fi, 2 smart TVs for streaming services w/antenna for local fare.
The Space:
Step into the living room of Unit B, Bluebird Cottage, via convenient keyless entry and relax on the super-comfy memory-foam sofa and enjoy the cozy electric fireplace. Socialize or play provided board games in this spacious, airy room with ceiling fan and natural light streaming in.
Watch your favorite shows, movies, and sports on the 50" smart TV. Access popular streaming channels using your own log-ins and enjoy local channels via antenna.
Steps away, prep and cook your best culinary creations in the fully equipped kitchen with all the standard appliances – refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher – and a useful selection of small-kitchen appliances, including blender, hand-mixer, air-fryer, crockpot, and toaster. You’ll find a farmhouse sink and plenty of prep space on the countertops, along with all the cookware, bakeware, dishware, flatware, glassware, serving-ware, and utensils you need to prepare and serve your favorite meals. Enjoy the sunny kitchen window.
Grab your morning coffee from your choice of drip coffeemaker or Keurig coffeemaker, supplied with pods and a milk frother.
Dine at the dinette table for up to 4. Or dine al fresco on the patio at the umbrellaed table for 6.
Play a game of cornhole or horseshoes in the back yard (shared with Unit A).
Relax and sip a beverage on the front porch.
In the evening, laugh, tell, stories, and make memories around the shared firepit.
After a full day of exploring wineries and other attractions in the Palmyra area or just hanging out and relaxing at Bluebird Cottage, head for a restful night’s sleep in the bedroom with queen bed flanked by bedside tables with lamps. Exult in the comfort of the memory-foam mattress. Enjoy the bright pops of orange and unique headboard. A closet and luggage rack provide storage. You’ll love the convenience of the ensuite bathroom with tub/shower combo and all bathroom essentials.
The living-room sofa folds out into a full-size bed with memory-foam mattress to accommodate additional sleeping needs.
The washer and dryer enhance the comfort and convenience of your stay.
AMENITY HIGHLIGHTS:
– Private front porch area and back patio
– Outdoor dining table
– Electric fireplace
– Firepit (shared) with host-provided firewood
– Cornhole and horseshoes (shared)
– Fully equipped kitchen
– Washer and dryer
– High-speed Wi-Fi
– Board games
– Pack ’n Play/travel crib
Guest Access:
You have access to the entire unit and 1-acre yard except locked supply closet for the housekeeper. Private front porch and rear patio. Area with firepit, horseshoes, and cornhole is shared with Unit A.
No fumbling with keys; self-check-in is available with digital keypad.
Off-road parking is available in front of unit.
You’ll be across from Lake Monticello, a private lake community with public golf course (reservations required) and public access to restaurants. Bluebird Cottage is minutes away from the Rivanna River, where you can pack a picnic lunch and float, kayak, fish, swim and enjoy tubing the river. Explore award-winning wineries within a 15-min drive. Fish, hike, or go horseback riding at Pleasant Grove, which offers a riverfront swimming hole. In the fall, pick apples and pumpkins nearby. Enjoy shops, restaurants, historic sites, arts, and college sports in Charlottesville, 15 minutes away. See Location tab for more.
The Neighborhood:
You’ll be across from Lake Monticello, a private lake community with public golf course (reservations required) and public access to restaurants. Bluebird Cottage is minutes away from the Rivanna River, where you can pack a picnic lunch and float, kayak, fish, swim and enjoy tubing the river. Explore award-winning wineries within a 15-min drive. Fish, hike, or go horseback riding at Pleasant Grove, which offers riverfront swimming hole. In the fall, pick apples and pumpkins nearby. Enjoy shops, restaurants, historic sites, arts, and college sports in Charlottesville, 15 minutes away. See Location tab for more.
Distances to nearby attractions:
– Crofton Boat Ramp: 3.5 miles
– Rivanna River: 9.7 miles
– Pleasant Grove: 7.2 miles
– Cunningham Creek Winery: 7.6 miles
– Lake Monticello Golf Course: 4.8 miles
– Fruit Hill Orchard: 5.9 miles
– Sacred Acres Alpaca Farm: 8.9 miles
– Fluvanna Rail Trail: 9.2 miles
– Charlottesville: 13.3 miles
– Central Virginia Sporting Clays: 13.5 miles
– James River Reeling & Rafting: 15.3 miles
– Jefferson Vineyards: 8.1 miles
– Gabriele Rausse Winery: 11.8 miles
– Keswick Vineyards: 16.5 miles
– Old Stone Jail: 9.2 miles
Getting Around:
On site parking in the spot marked "B" as well as along the fence line. Please do not block the garage.
Other Things to Note:
No parties permitted, per Airbnb regulations.
No pets permitted.
This is a smoke- free property. Smoking is not permitted in the unit or on porches. Violations will result in extra cleaning fees. An exterior butt bin in both the front and back of the property is available for guest use.
Day of Departure:
– Please in the AM load dishwasher/1 detergent POD-under sink and turn on prior to leaving, housekeeper will put away dishes upon arrival.
– Used Bath/kitchen Towels and bath mats/rugs are to be loaded in washer, 1 laundry pod and turned on to Quick wash in the AM of departure.
– Housekeeper will strip the beds.
– All trash to be brought outside and placed in the garbage can at the road.
– Please do not use the towels provided to wash off make up. Otherwise regretfully I will be forced to place an upcharge of $15 per towel that is stained.
– Enjoy your stay; we look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Interaction with Guests:
Owner is not on site. As a local realtor I am very familiar with the area. Guest's can feel free to call and text with any questions at anytime. My goal is to ensure that my guests enjoy their stay and the beautiful surrounding areas.
