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Blue Mountain Haven: 5 BR Hilltop Country Retreat

Escape to serenity on top of a hill surrounded by nature’s beauty. Unwind at this peaceful haven amidst beautiful gardens.

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TV, fireplace, books, music library
Outdoor dining
Interior
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10423 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Gym
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Blue Mountain Haven: 5 BR Hilltop Country Retreat

Blue Mountain Haven is a 5 bedroom, 4 bath country retreat located between Charlottesville and Crozet in the coveted Ivy neighborhood. A great central location for a weekend getaway to the Charlottesville area. Sitting on top of a hill with beautiful views of the Blueridge, it provides all of the peace and quiet you could want, yet only about 20 minutes to Downtown Charlottesville, UVA, and nearby vineyards and breweries.
The home was custom-built with beautiful slate, stone and wood in the 1970's, yet has been updated with modern amenities and appliances as well as has a solar /battery/generator backup system. The 5.5 acre grounds offer walking/biking trails, beautiful gardens and amazing mountain views.
Blue Mountain Haven has a peaceful and spacious feel throughout, with modern furnishings and decor that reflect over 20 years of the owners' living and working across Asia and the Pacific region.

Home Features and Layout:
Main Floor -
Grand Room: upon entering the home is the grand room with high, vaulted ceilings and a large, stone fireplace as the centerpiece, that splits the living area and the dining room. Large bay windows wrap around the room bringing in plenty of natural light and offering views of the mountains at nearly every angle. A fire pit can be accessed via the french doors from the living room.
Kitchen: located off the grand room, the kitchen is fully equipped with all of the cooking essentials and tools that you would need to cook a full meal and is well stocked with an array of spices and cooking oil. Other kitchen amenities: 6 burner stove, oven, refrigerator/freezer, microwave, standard drip coffee maker
Master Bedroom: provides a king bed with en-suite bathroom and access to a large deck with built-in benches
Hallway: off the hallway from the grand room has another full bath and washer/dryer closet and stairs to access the lower level

Lower Floor:
Den: provides plenty of seating to enjoy a movie, the big game or standard cable on the large flat screen with connected sound system. Other den features: artisan soapstone, wood-burning stove and access to the lower patio shaded by a veranda covered with old kiwi vines (hot tub currently not for guest use). An outdoor dining set is also located just off the veranda.
Queen Bedroom 1 that shares a bath with 2 Twin Bedroom
Queen Bedroom 2 that shares a bath with King Bedroom 2
Work-Out Room: providing workout equipment and stationary bike

Pets are not permitted at this home, no exceptions. Fees starting at $275 and immediate eviction will be implemented if guests bring any animals to the property.

Property manager

Drew Thomasson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

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.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Stationary bike
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 4550 sq ft (423 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

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
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

486542

About the neighborhood

Map
Charlottesville, VA

What's nearby

  • University of Virginia - 15 min drive
  • John Paul Jones Arena - 15 min drive
  • University of Virginia Hospital - 17 min drive
  • Downtown Mall - 18 min drive
  • Monticello - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Charlottesville Station - 24 min drive
  • Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪King Family Vineyards - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Starr Hill Brewery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Vivace - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Smoked Kitchen and Tap - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Shenandoah Joe Ivy - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Mountain Haven: 5 BR Hilltop Country Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Mountain Haven: 5 BR Hilltop Country Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Mountain Haven: 5 BR Hilltop Country Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blue Mountain Haven: 5 BR Hilltop Country Retreat located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Starr Hill Brewery, University of Virginia, and Birdwood Golf Course. Stinson Vineyards and Grace Estate Winery are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Blue Mountain Haven: 5 BR Hilltop Country Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

stephanie c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning getaway home
What a beautiful home. Easily accessible but just far enough away from downtown vibes. The house is decorated beautifully and the views are stunning.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Margaret H. M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful peaceful home
Beautiful
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

nicholas s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely beyond description.
As beautiful as are the photos online, they don't come close to the experience of the house itself. The rooms are even larger than they look online and flow into one another. The architecture and furnishings are graceful and luxurious. The decor is Tibetan and Southeast Asian throughout, and it is evident that the owners have lived there. Above all, the owners appear to have taken care to welcome us as their guests. A major attraction, outside of the house itself, is the proximity to Shenandoah National Park and the Skyline Drive. The walking was spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location great house
We truly enjoyed our stay. The house was large and offered many amenities. The view was lovely. We celebrated a UVA graduation and the location was perfect. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Liked: Cleanliness
great spot!
we loved this house--a great place to hang and cook and also close to wineries and breweries. would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for a retreat!
The house was perfect for our yearly book club retreat. Plenty of space for everyone, relaxing vibe, beautiful property. Well stocked and clean. We loved using the fireplaces and walking around the trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Stay
We had a great stay. The house was spacious, well equipped and comfortable. We enjoyed making fires at night in great fireplace and waking up to the beautiful mountains.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful venue
What a beautiful place for 8 adults and a child to reunite for a long weekend! The house is lovely with a great kitchen. The wooded property offers some short trails to wander; ample space for us to gather and spread. Host services were very responsive to a minor plumbing issue too (quickly handled). Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
Lovely spacious place.. would come back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denny H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place. Beautiful setting
Will rent again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denny H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the setting
House is cozy but unique. Great views and awesome yard and setting. Loved the views from the kitchen
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous mountain getaway!
The house was even more gorgeous than the pictures showed! Mountain views were spectacular! Wish we planned the stay for longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Polly J.

Beautiful views!
Beautiful views and great amount of space! However kitchen could use a good cleaning especially oven and stove! Quite dirty! Beds were comfy…plenty of towels and bathrooms!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Kathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great reunion retreat!
The spaciousness of the house and grounds was perfect for the five of us. There were a couple of small issues: carpenter ants in one of the downstairs bedrooms, and floor heating in the same bedroom made it impossible to stay in that room. I would like to communicate directly with either the property manager or the owner to discuss another matter. Overall, we had a positive experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Russ F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Retreat
2 and 1/2 day retreat with 6 male psychologist friends from C’Ville, one of whom uses a wheelchair.. Wonderful ambience, spacious and private setting. Good accessibility. Great kitchen for cooking. Highly recommend this property!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan D., Raleigh

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
We stayed here with 5 couples and it worked out great. Plenty of room to spread out and also all be together. The house and views were amazing! Very relaxing. We will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gwen A., Charlottesville, VA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat location
Spectacular secluded, yet close to town, unique property! Great kitchen for cooking. Everyone in our group enjoyed this spot amid mother nature at her fall finest. Don't hesitate to book this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aimee R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blue Ridge Stay
Views were beautiful and the house was very clean. Loved the small touches in the home that make it inviting. Plenty of room for the family and the house has all the amenities! Recommend arriving during the day for the first drive just because roads are a little windy. Drew was great and provided alternate solutions when I thought the dryer wasn’t working. Drew was quick to respond when I had questions. My family made some good memories sitting in the kitchen in the morning drinking coffee and enjoying the views.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021