Afton Station Cottage -Beautifully Remodeled in the Blue Ridge Mountains

Summary

Convenient, comfortable, perfect for weekend getaways & gatherings. Charming, peaceful and awesomely situated near Shen. Nat Park, Wineries & Brew Ridge Trail

Description

Our house is nestled on the eastern slope of Afton Mountain just below Rockfish Gap in the northern tip of Historic Nelson County on the “Sunrise Side of the Blue Ridge” It’s just 3-minutes away from the where the Blue Ridge Parkway meets the Skyline Drive and 4-minutes to the southern gatehouse of the Shenandoah National Park. Hiking, skiing, golf, biking, sightseeing; the area calls to the outdoor enthusiast.
If history is your thing you're fortunate that we have that too! But if you are the type that prefers a quiet spot with a good book that's possible too; the house has two porches and outside of the occasional train rumbling through it’s pretty quiet. There are music and performance venues in the nearby communities of Crozet, Waynesboro, Charlottesville, and Staunton as well as the immediate area. In recent years Nelson County has enjoyed a renaissance of sorts in the age-old crafts of brewing, distilling, and viticulture; Nelson County's popular Brew Ridge Trail begins just three miles down the road where you can tour numerous breweries, cideries, vineyards and a distillery or two. Venturing further afield in Nelson County you will discover almost a half-dozen more breweries, wineries and at least two distilleries. Nelson County is also home to the Walton's Mountain Museum in Schuyler where the TV show's creator Earl Hamner once lived.
One section of our property was once the site of the freight station for the original Blue Ridge Railway which sits alongside the Claudius Crozet Blue Ridge Trail. Once opened this Rails-To-Trails addition will include Crozet’s nearly 4300-foot long tunnel dug 500 feet below Afton Mountain during the 1850’s. It was one of the longest tunnels ever built in its day and the first tunnel ever dug simultaneously from both sides. The tunnel/trail completion schedule has been delayed due to budget issues.

The house (our first home, we now live just 8 miles down the road) is a simple wood framed 2-story cottage with about 1200 sq feet of living space. We don’t know how old it is but 25 years ago we met a woman who told us she was born in the house in 1911; we believe it couldn’t be much older than that. Much of the house has been modernized and renovated. The upstairs bedrooms are small by modern standards and have sloped ceilings and the stairway was built for a time when people were shorter so you folks over 6’2 should watch your noggins. There are two bedrooms upstairs; one with a queen the second bedroom has two twin beds. There is a brand new bathroom with shower and a small sitting area.
On the first floor, you will find a nice kitchen, dining and living area in an open and well-lit floor plan. There is also a large den with a double futon and 2 single futon chairs. There is a full bath with tub.
The cozy open front porch faces east onto a small shaded front lawn. There are views to the east and south that open up in the winter. It is the best place to escape the heat of the day or to enjoy early morning coffee. The fully enclosed back porch is best when the weather is cooler or the heat of the day has passed.
We’re located just 25 miles west of Charlottesville, UVA, and Monticello, 4 minutes from I-64 exit 99 or 10 minutes from I-64 exit 107. It’s just a 15 min walk to the Appalachian Trail and the Blue Ridge Tunnel (it’s marked do not enter so go at your own risk). Wintergreen is a 15-20 minute drive down the Rockfish Valley or 20-25 minutes if you take the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway route. Enjoy the peace and quiet and yet be within minutes of all that the Blue Ridge Mountains have to offer.
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Additional Property Information

The house is located in the former mountainside rail stop summer resort Village of Afton. There are 2 bedrooms upstairs, 1 with a queen and the other with 2 doubles. Downstairs the original living room has a double futon and two single chair style futons. This room has doors so it can be closed off but it doesn't have any bedroom furniture. The house is equipped with a smart TV (guests provide their own Netflix or Amazon passwords) Ther is also a digital antenna for broadcast TV of the major networks and PBS.

Cottage

Bedroom(s): 2 ( 6 Sleeps )
Queen: 1, Sleep Sofa / Futon: 2, Twin / Single: 2

Bathroom(s): 2
Combination Tub / Shower: 1, Walk-in Shower: 1

Suitability

• Long term rentals: Yes
• Pet Friendly: Some pets, please inquire
• Smoking: No smoking
• Children: Yes ( children over 5 yo. )
• Wheelchair Accessible: No
• Seniors: Yes

Themes

Adventure, Away From It All, Family, Farm Stay, Historic, Romantic, Sports & Activities

Location Type

Mountains, Rural or Farm

Popular Amenities

Air Conditioning, Clothes Dryer, Deck / Patio, Dining Area, Fireplace, Keyless Entry System, Linens Provided, Towels Provided, Washing Machine, Wireless Internet

Indoor Features

Blender, Coffee Maker, Cooking Utensils, Dishes & Utensils, Dishwasher, Freezer, Hair Dryer, Heating, Ice Maker, Internet, Iron & Board, Kitchen, Living Room, Microwave, Oven, Pantry Items, Refrigerator, Stove, Toaster

Outdoor Features

Outdoor Gas Grill, Porch / Veranda

Access & Parking

Parking Off Street

Activities

Activities & Adventure:

Antiquing, Cycling, Golf, Hiking, Mountain Biking, Scenic Drives, Shopping, Sight Seeing, Skiing, Spelunking, Walking, Wildlife Viewing

Rates

-	Nightly rate		Weekly	Monthly	Min. Stay	Change-over
	Week	Weekend
Rate summary	$185 - $225		$1,019	$3,195	2 Nights	-
No rates available

Fees, Taxes, Deposit

	Type	Price	Charge Type
Cleaning	Required	$100	One time
Pet fee per dog	Optional / Seasonal	$60	One time
Security, damage, excess cleaning deposit.	Required	$500	One time
VA State Sales (4.3%) & County Occupancy Tax (5%)	Required	9.3%	One time

Policies

Check in: 16:00, Check out: 10:00

Primary renter must be 28 or older.
Bookings accepted up to 11 months in advance.
Payment schedule:30% to confirm Balance due 45 days in advance of arrival.
$500 Damage, security, and excess cleaning deposit required 25 days in advance of check out date. Damage deposit may be done by Credit Card Authorization which will not bill to the card unless a claim is processed.
Parties are not allowed.
Select dogs may be allowed if pre-approved and the pet fee(s) have been paid.
Smoking is not allowed indoors. Responsible smokers that do not litter may smoke outdoors.

Additional Info

House has a private well and septic system -please conserve water. No grease, wipes or hygiene products may be flushed or put down drains. The house is in a rural setting but there are neighbors within 150+/- feet and noise travels. We ask that you respect everyone's right to quiet enjoyment. The back porch is not heated or cooled so please leave French doors to the main living area closed whenever heating or cooling the main living area. Parking can be tight for more than 2 vehicles unless there's a plan - let's talk if you will have more than 2 cars.