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Fern Cottage Summary:

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Outdoor dining
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
TV, books, offices

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Gordonsville, VA
  • Place, Keswick Vineyards and Winery
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Monticello
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Virginia
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the area

Gordonsville

Located in Gordonsville, this vacation home is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Keswick Vineyards and Winery and Castle Hill Cider. .This family-friendly vacation home is 7 mi (11.2 km) from The Shoppes at Spring Creek and 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Graves Fine Art Gallery.

What's nearby

  • Keswick Vineyards and Winery - 11 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Downtown Mall - 27 min drive - 30.7 km
  • Monticello - 28 min drive - 30.3 km
  • Carter Mountain Orchard - 32 min drive - 31.3 km
  • University of Virginia - 32 min drive - 33.8 km

Getting around

  • Charlottesville Station - 27 min drive
  • Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fern Cottage Summary:

Summary:
Unwind and get comfortable at this luxurious and charming cottage nestled in the woods of Gordonsville. This house was built in 2023 with every detail in mind from the beamed ceilings to the open floor plan. With plenty of space for a large group, bring your family and friends for an unforgettable getaway. Just a few moments away you’ll find Keswick Vineyards, Castle Hill Cider, Merrie Mill Farm, Barboursville Vineyards and more!

The Space:
This beautiful new home has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms divided between two generous living spaces. The primary suite includes a master closet, a soaking tub where you can enjoy the view of the garden while relaxing, and a vanity where you can enjoy getting ready for a day of winery hopping. We provide each bathroom plenty of fluffy towels. In the basement you’ll find the second living room with a TV, games, and a mini foosball table for late night fun.

Sip your morning coffee on the front or back porch over looking four acres, where you’ll find cozy seating to start your day with the sounds of the country. There are roosters at the local farm, goats next door, and horses only a few doors down. Please don’t be alarmed if you hear the local hunt club on some Saturday afternoons. In the evenings, enjoy the beautiful garden and fire pit while soaking in the night sky.

Upstairs-
Master bedroom with King bed
Attached full bath with walk in shower and soaking tub
Bedroom 1- Queen Bed
Bedroom 2- Queen Bed
Full bath shared by bedroom 1&2

Downstairs-
Living area with TV and Roku
Game Table (puzzle and games on site)
Mini activity table ( foos ball, ping pong)
Bedroom 4- Bunk bed with twin top and full bottom
Bedroom 5- 2 single beds
Full bathroom shared by bedroom 4&5

Damage & Rule Violation Policy:
Guests are responsible for any damages that occur inside or outside the property during their stay. If damages are found or if house rules are violated, you will be charged accordingly.

Guest Access:
*Guest will be able to access the whole property.
* Self check-in with keypad
* Driveway parking only

Getting Around:
We work directly with Afton Coach LLC. Book with us and you will receive a discount through them.

Services: Wine and Beer tours, Bachelorette & Bachelor parties, UVA Games, Downtown Charlottesville, Weddings, Concerts & Events, Door to Door, and Airport.

Other Things to Note:
Wedding Venues/Wineries/Breweries:

8 min to Merrie Mill Farm Vineyard
10 min to Keswick Vineyards
11 min to Castle Hill Cider
11 min to Southwest Mountains Vineyards
12 min Patch Brewing Co
18 min to Horton Vineyards
17 min to The Clifton
20 min to The Barn at 678
20 min to Barboursville Vineyards
20 min to Chestnut Oak Vineyard
21 min to The Club at Glenmore

Family Activities:
* Saturday morning yoga at Merrie Mill Farm Vineyard
* 14 Min to Gordonsville Shopping and Dining
* Oakland Heights Farm- only 20 minutes away, enjoy trail rides or lessons
* 22 min to Fernbrook Natural Area (Hiking & Fishing)
* 22 min to Downtown Charlottesville Shopping and Dining
* 22 min to Ting Pavilion
* 26 min to University of Virginia
* 28 min to Preddy Creek Trail Park (Hiking)
* 35 min to Carters Mountain

Interaction with Guests:
Fern Cottage has a wonderful team. We want all our guest to have a 5 star experience. Customer service is important to us. Holly will be your main point of contact for bookings, questions, and planning.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Cycling nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 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

Property is also known as

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Fern Cottage Summary: Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fern Cottage was perfect for our girl trip to visit some local wineries, shop, relax and have a lot of laughs together. The house was spacious, very clean and Holly was always quick to answer any questions I sent her by text. We’re already talking about returning again next fall.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D., Pittsburgh, PA

Liked: Cleanliness

Girlfriends Gathering

Beautiful house! So cozy and clean! The outdoor fire pit was a major plus! Best location! No one complaints! We will definitely to come back and stay this house again! Great communication with the owner! We went to Barboursville Vineyards, Historic Ruins, The Barn at 678, Merrie Hill Farm & Vineyard, Pippin Hill Farm and Glass house winery. Our most favorite restaurant with wine at Barboursville Vineyards, The barn at 678 and Pippin Hill Farm. (:
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great space! Rented this property for 3 nights as we had a wedding in Troy. We were a family of 7, all adults. The kitchen was fully equipped which I always appreciate. Trash was easy. House WiFi was great and much needed as our phones were out of service a lot. It’s a new home so everything is perfect, neat and easy to manage.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay!

We loved our stay at Fern Cottage! We stayed-my husband and I, along with our five children. Everything was clean, there was room for everyone, a great set up downstairs for the kids to play in, and the fire pit was a fun feature to use at night. The only suggestion I would make is to add more pans, mixing bowls and utensils -such as an ice cream scoop ! We would absolutely recommend this place and be eager to stay here again if we are in the area! Thank you, Holly!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house and perfect setting

Family reunion with 8 originally coming and 6 staying at the house. Great layout, equipped kitchen, clean and spacious. Attractively landscaped and supportive WiFi. Easy, convenient drive to Gordonsville, Downtown Charlottesville, Zion's Crossroads and multiple wineries. Due to rain didn't try the horse back riding trail. Host was a call away, but not needed. Would stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Roomy, modern, updated

I hosted a bridal shower at Merrie Mill Farm and Vineyard. This property is so close to several vineyards. It was also very close to family we have in the area. It was roomy, modern, beautiful. We would definitely try to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent, comfy home!!

We were all very comfortable in this wonderful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen N.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Perfect Stay in Gordonsville

We had a group of six adults and three toddlers. The house was perfect for us! So much room to spread out and a full carpeted basement for the kids to play. The beds are all extremely comfortable and the home is clean and well stocked. Our host, Holly, was communicative and helpful with our questions. We look forward to staying at Fern Cottage again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving gathering

Great gathering space
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

Liked: Cleanliness

A New Favorite

We were in town for a wedding and stayed at this property with family. It was so clean and well decorated. The shared spaces are open. The beds were very comfortable. The owners have great touches, like tons of games and puzzles. And a fire pit out back! This is a fantastic house.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

William N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family gathering

The accommodations were perfect for our pre-thanksgiving family gathering. Everyone had a wonderful long weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi T.

Liked: Cleanliness

VA Wine Trip!

Nice and clean property. We really enjoyed the firepit! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

A group of retired women who like to travel across America together….this house was absolutely perfect for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

Liked: Cleanliness

cute house

house was very cute great for a bachelorette party
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britt C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute & comfortable place!

Our stay was so great! The house was so nice and the outdoor fire pit was a major plus. Thank you for a wonderful visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024