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Escape to the mountains at Refuge at Laurel, where vintage charm meets modern comforts. Take a hike on trails bordering George Washington National Forest or work from home with fiber Internet and enjoy full access to a large fenced-in yard.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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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 Refuge at Laurel

Enjoy a cozy mountain getaway located in the heart of Nelson County. Perfect for couples, friends, or singles, the Refuge at Laurel is 25 minutes from Charlottesville and a short drive to the wineries, breweries, distilleries, and orchards on Route 151. Take a hike through the mountains on the many trails bordering the George Washington National Forest. Or, work from the home office with included fiber Internet.
The space
The Refuge has a mid-century "mountain" design with vintage furniture mixed with high-tech upgrades such as a smart thermostat.
Guest access
Guests have full access to the large fenced-in yard and adjoining workshop (parking is permissible in the workshop).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

When you arrive, please park outside of the red gate.

Please empty all trash into the black trash bin outside of the red gate at the end of your stay.

Pease be mindful of pet hair on the furniture. Your consideration is appreciated!

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

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Shipman, VA

What's nearby

  • Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards
    Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards
    28 min drive - 33.3 km
  • University of Virginia
    University of Virginia
    42 min drive - 51.7 km
  • Walton's Mountain Museum
    12 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Oak Ridge Estate
    22 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Bold Rock Hard Cider Nellysford Cidery
    30 min drive - 36.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Wood Ridge Farm Brewery
    18 min drive
  • Indian Oven
    22 min drive
  • Brent Manor Winery
    14 min drive
  • Rapunzel's Coffee and Books
    22 min drive
  • Brent Manor Vineyards
    14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Refuge at Laurel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at The Refuge at Laurel?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Refuge at Laurel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Refuge at Laurel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

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The Refuge at Laurel Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Kenneth V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage; great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, comfortable cottage stocked with everything we needed. Loved the fenced in yard for our pups!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location when traveling with a pet. All amenities that you would need were provided. The location allows easy access to Rock Springs Mountain Farm and many other local attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DON M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 2nd stay here . Love the location, premises, cleanliness, and is well appointed with everything one needs for cooking, relaxing, watching TV, etc .We visited Charlottesville, Lynchburg, & Appomattox via a reasonably easy drive .Communication with Rebecca was very responsive & helpful !Thank you for another GREAT stay !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANDREA L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a cozy and peaceful home. The house had everything we needed and the kitchen was well equipped. Our host Rebecca was great and answered all my questions. Wish we could have stayed longer and explored the area more! The scenery was stunning.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ethan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

Lovely quaint refuge on a peaceful, beautiful property with excellent access to breweries, wineries, and plenty of other activities in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage was very clean and had many amenities which was very much appreciated. Fenced yard was a perk due to our dogs. Very private and easy to access. We were attending a wedding at Lovingston Winery which was close.We were very pleased with our stay! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home feel

Great location to the Cove Creek Baseball tournament. More comfortable than a hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meghan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend

Great weekend stay! Was super clean and cozy for nice weekend getaway. Host was quick to respond to questions and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodney M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great out of the way place for a couple or small families. The kitchen is stocked with all the utensils and cookware to make any meal from breakfast to dinner. The fenced in, sizeable yard is a great amenity for those with dogs.Finally, the night sky is phenominal. You can clearly see many stars and constellations without light pollution. Great for stargazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jill m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

Very nice, comfortable house.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

mountain weekend

This home was in a beautiful location, situated near the vineyard where we enjoyed a family wedding. So grateful for the cozy, comfortable home with everything we needed! And our family pup was thrilled to be able to join us!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Sara J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet place to just chill

This is a sweet place to just chill out and relax. The yard was perfect for my dog. Such a nice cozy little place to get away. The bathroom was well stocked and the owner was so nice. We had an issue getting in thanks to my mom not paying attention lol and the owner was quick to respond and help us out.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick get away

Peaceful setting. Very clean. Easy check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful lovely getaway

What a treasure to find this Nelson County gem! It was the perfect spot to enjoy the peaceful outdoors in a charming cottage. So much bigger on the inside than it looks - and such a nice renovation. Rebecca was very responsive to our messages. We will definitely be coming back - if only to check on the resident eastern phoebes! Thanks so much.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DON M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We found a GREAT Refuge at Laurel !

After a beautiful drive through the mountains, we arrived at our Refuge at Laurel. It is perfectly located between Charlottesville & Lynchburg making our visit to historic sites in Virginia easy. Then we got to return to the PEACE & QUIET found at The Refuge. Well stocked with everything one needs inside, there's the beautiful grounds that surround it. Great communication from our Host, this is definitely a place we will look forward to visiting again !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

My wonderful getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our short stay in your beautiful little cabin. Just the 2 of us enjoyed our meals and restful evenings at the cabin. Loved the swing on the front porch. Kitchen was well stocked, even Emeril cookware! Surrounding area is quiet and beautiful. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

annease h.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sister time

We really enjoyed the cozy cottage; perfect size for the two of us. It was so welcoming to find a bottle of local wine left for us to enjoy. We found many places to hike in the area. Appreciated the help with directions (don’t turn on Roberts Road). Nice to sit outside in both the front and back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

fall vacation

Really enjoyed our stay. Very comfortable, clean and well equipped. Close to places we have always enjoyed. Our two daschunds enjoyed the fenced yard and running around. We will be back soon we hope. The only thing that we didn't like was the bed, little better with the topper off. Instructions on thermostat would be helpful. But we loved it. PS don't believe the 45 mph signs on the beautiful country roads, just enjoy the beauty.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stacey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday getaway

Stayed for a few days with my dog to get away for my birthday and really enjoyed it. It was nice to have the huge fenced in yard so he could sunbathe and I didn’t have to worry about him. The property was much closer to the main road than I thought it would be but when you’re in the back, you can’t even tell. The only negatives were ants in the kitchen (understandable since you’re in the woods) and I wished the living room and bedroom had overhead lights instead of only floor/table lamps. It also would have been great if firewood were included, as it has been when I’ve stayed elsewhere, but I just brought my own so it wasn’t a big deal. Location was nice and central- ate at Dr Hos and went to Virginia Distillery and had a fantastic time. Oh and the bed was incredible! Overall, the property was great and both my dog and I had an enjoyable, relaxing stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darryl T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cutest house with best view and wonderful coffee provided, host was very attentive when messaged with any questions, will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay! House was as presented and really relaxing! Thanks for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Wilderness Retreat

My mom and I used this place as a home base as we explored around Charlottesville and Lynchburg, it was perfect! Remote and relaxing with all the amenities we could want. Rebecca was super responsive and helped us have an amazing stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Martina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Refuge is such a wonderful place.! It was perfect for us. The location is quiet and peaceful. We had a few late afternoon showers and it was fun sitting on the front porch and enjoying the summer run. The back yard is huge with a great fire pit. I can't wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our third stay

We just love the refuge…
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024