A house full of steel balls and games

Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Premium bedding, free minibar, individually decorated

4.8 / 5.0

Outstanding(83 Ratings)

Bed and Breakfast in Richmond, VA

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

About this bed and breakfast

Family-friendly Richmond bed & breakfast in Dumbarton with free breakfast
A bar/lounge, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area are available at this bed & breakfast. Free self-serve breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, an arcade/game room, and a library are onsite.
Change of towels is available on request.
A house full of steel balls and games offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and DVD players. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 30-inch plasma televisions come with video-game consoles. Additionally, rooms include free minibar items and complimentary bottled water. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Family friendly

Map of Richmond, VA

Nearby attractions

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

5.2 mi

Kings Dominion

27.1 mi

Science Museum of Virginia

5.1 mi

Metro Richmond Zoo

33.8 mi

Available Rooms

Family House

1 Double

Sleeps 6

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Executive Room

1 King • 450 ft²

Sleeps 2

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Standard Room

1 Double • 200 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Economy Room

Beds not specified • 250 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

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A house full of steel balls and games

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4.8 / 5.0

Outstanding(83 Ratings)

Bed and Breakfast in Richmond, VA

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

About this bed and breakfast

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Family friendly

Map of Richmond, VA

Nearby attractions

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

5.2 mi

Kings Dominion

27.1 mi

Science Museum of Virginia

5.1 mi

Metro Richmond Zoo

33.8 mi

Available Rooms

Family House

1 Double

Sleeps 6

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Executive Room

1 King • 450 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Standard Room

1 Double • 200 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Economy Room

Beds not specified • 250 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

4.8 / 5.0

Outstanding(83 Ratings)

2.5 / 5.0

Nov 2024

We stayed at pinball Petes located in Richmond Virginia. It was a cool place that contained over 15 pinballs and other types of gains. It was close to mainstream venues, but took away in a picturesque neighborhood very peaceful and calm and safe. We enjoy being able to relax.

2.5 / 5.0

Oct 2024

Best bnb i have ever stayed in!

2.5 / 5.0

Aug 2024

This is the most fun place to stay that I know. The owner is responsive and friendly, the cat (who only lives outside) is so lovely. The antique pinball machine collection is one of the best I’ve ever seen, and it’s a chance of a lifetime to play. Kitchen is well stocked and beds are comfy. This place is exceptional!

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

I love this place! The owner is amazing, the pinball machines a lifetime memory experience. I sincerely hope that I have a chance to stay here again soon!!

2.5 / 5.0

Jul 2024

This is our second stay, and it's just as great as before! The beds are comfy, selection of breakfast is great, the manager communicates extremely well, the games are fun, location is safe and convenient, and the old cat is very friendly. Despite what someone else said, I have never seen a cat hair or any trace of the friendly little cat anywhere inside the house. I hope my kid gets into college here, so I have an excuse to come stay here more often. lol

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2024

The host couldn’t have been nicer. House is a museum of pinball machines that you can play!! Everything was spotlessly clean and light breakfast is available. I’ll definitely return.

4.0 / 5.0

Apr 2024

The pinball machines were very unique. This is my first BNB so I have nothing else for a comparison..

1.0 / 5.0

Mar 2024

Beware if you have cat allergies. While owner claims his cat is an “outdoor” pet the home interior - at least every public apace and the single room - are permeated with cat dander. If this is at all a health issue avoid this property. For persons with moderate or severe allergic responses to dander it poses a serious health problem.

2.5 / 5.0

Dec 2023

Unique and fun place to stay in Richmond. Especially nice if you are traveling with folks that really love pinball. Clean, accommodating, quiet neighborhood. Game play is included in the price of your stay, there must have been 25 machines.

2.5 / 5.0

Dec 2023

Great place, unique and nostalgic, pinball machines were fun, check in smooth and easy, terrific communication by owner

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2023

Ive never experienced a bnb quite like Pinball Pete's. Nostalgic pinball machines everywhere set on free play. Got the pleasure to meet the man himself. Great guy. The house was extremely clean as well as free snacks and in a good neighborhood. Highly recommend this establishment. 10 stars if i could.

2.5 / 5.0

Oct 2023

A great house, and a great host. If you love pinball and classic gaming consoles, you may find it difficult to work up the motivation to leave. The old style pop machine full of local craft beers was a nice touch, too, and is the only machine in the house that requires quarters.

2.5 / 5.0

Oct 2023

This is a quirky place that will Appel to lovers of pinball and other games. Robert was a gracious and thoughtful host. I’d been on the road for two weeks, and had a big day the day I left… so I did not make the most of the place because I was exhausted. Still kicking myself for not playing Elvira though.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

Owner is an awesome person!

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

The check in was easy, room very clean. My show dogs and I felt welcome. I felt much safer than in a hotel.

2.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

A fun and unique B&B just off 95 outside of Richmond. There are 3 smallish bedrooms and 16 working pinball machines which you can play non-stop for free. One room has a half bath, and the other two rooms share the full bathroom off the hall. Lots of fun if you like pinball or are traveling with teens. Full kitchen is available for your use, though breakfast food options are limited, but coffee is top-rate.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

Peaceful spot in the country. My third stay! It’s like a home away from home

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

I stayed here one night and loved it so much I booked again! I have to add to my previous review; the fans in the bedrooms were an amazing touch! They are bulky to pack, intend to use white noise apps when traveling and it’s just not the same. The lovely touches in the comfortable bedrooms only add to the overall comfort of a home away from home experience. Thanks Pinball Pete, I will be booking again soon and many times in the future!

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

I had a great stay at Pinball Pete’s! He had every amenity you could think of; from coffee and creamer to a fully stocked fridge full of several types of bagels and spreads, fruit, and waffles. And don’t get me started on the pinball games, how fun!! (Elvira was my favorite.) I also enjoyed the patio to have a drink in there evening and coffee in the morning. I’ll definitely be staying here again, thank you!!

5.0 / 5.0

May 2023

You will definitely want to leave aside plenty of time to actually explore the different pinball machines because there are so many—that was our mistake! Pete was very nice and knowledgeable and very passionate about the pinball machines. And the “greeter,” Kat, who was a very friendly kitty who walked over to us to say hi when we arrived, was very very adorable :) Very communicative and very detail-oriented made this experience very hospitable.

5.0 / 5.0

May 2023

Robert was a nice person, I could tell he put a lot of work and effort into his house to make it to the best vacation home for the guests that decide to live with him. There were some bugs that I caught. So far I saw 4 crawling in some parts of his house. Robert said he’s never had a bug problem, but would keep an eye out for them. Overall my stay at his house was a 10/10.

2.0 / 5.0

May 2023

We pulled in and we're immediately greeted by Kat the owner's Cat. It was easy to check in on our own. The house is very eclectic with memorabilia, vintage video games and the famous old steel ball Pinball Machines. Kitchen is well stocked with coffee and breakfast items. Everything was neat and clean for an old house. Very comfy stay as we were the only guests in this 3 Bed 1 (Shared) Bath. Living room and Small dining area in the kitchen. We elected for the King Bedroom and glad we did.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

This place is really nice and we will be returning!

2.5 / 5.0

Apr 2023

Really fun play to stay! Comfy bed, friendly owner and the location is great, too. I hope to stay there again when I'm next in town. Even the cat who lives in the back yard was welcoming! lol You really should try this place- once in a lifetime fun, if you like pinball machines.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

This was a perfect spot for my overnight trip to Richmond! It's a very cool space. The host was friendly and responsive. Looking forward to staying here again!

4.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

Good

2.5 / 5.0

Mar 2023

Excellent communication from the host with a 'my house is your house' attitude made this a very laid back, easy stay. Because I only stayed one night, I was unable to take advantage of the myriad of games located all over the house. But it's a fun-filled place.

4.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

This is my first bnb experience in the US. The manager was very responsive providing timely answers to my questions. The antique furniture and pinball machines were very impressive. The shared bathroom part was not expected. The bedroom was small and did not have a night stand. I was in room2z not sure the other rooms.

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

It contains a great variety of pinball games and other classic games. The host was great.

2.5 / 5.0

Feb 2023

Mr Pete was a very pleasant host. Fun atmosphere and nice clean room. Enjoyed the Pinball and the soda machine that dispenses local beers. Will def book again.

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2023

The pinball machines were a lot of fun! There was a nice yard for the dogs to run around in. The owner was available and very friendly. If you are looking for "retro" fun this is the place to stay!

2.5 / 5.0

Dec 2022

Such a pleasant surprise.. it’s like staying at a good friends house who happens to be a pinball wizard..I can understand how this may not be for everyone, but I had a blast.

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2022

Hands down the best value in Richmond. And by far the coolest place to stay anywhere! Pinball machines, classic video games, big screens, lots of dvd's. Clean, comfortable rooms, convenient to the city.

2.5 / 5.0

Nov 2022

We went back in time during our stay. The pinball machines and game tools were great. Perfectly decorated and very quiet place. The host Pete is very helpful and friendly person. If you happen to be in Richmond, I definitely recommend you to stop by.

4.0 / 5.0

Sep 2022

Very interesting.

3.0 / 5.0

Jul 2022

The 2 stars are because this is not a hotel and whoever owns the house does communicate which is good. But I’ll give my honest opinion if you’re traveling for business or just appreciate privacy; the extra $50 - $70 you’ll spend at a regular clean hotel are worth it. This place lacks privacy; there are three rooms where you hear everything the other guests say or do. I noticed there was one bathroom. I slept in room 3; there’s a small, uncomfortable bed where a 6-ft tall person doesn’t fit, so you’ll have to sleep diagonally. There’s a cat in the property that’s dying to come inside; I felt bad for it. No, you won’t be able to play unless you want to disturb the other guests. And by playing, I mean the pinball machines in the living rooms; “steel balls” comes from the amount of pinball memorabilia this guys has in the house, which makes it look cluttered, tacky and not cozy imo. Access is important; if you misplace the key or if you don’t find it, the host may or may not be in the house, and you’ll be hating yourself out there for not spending the extra $50-$70 at a regular hotel. Anyway, I won’t be staying there again; I guess if you’re in a low budget, don’t mind other people talking next door at midnight and are a smaller person (no more than 5’7”), consider it. If not, go to a hotel

2.5 / 5.0

Jun 2022

We really enjoyed our stay. The pinball machines were great fun, the kitchen was well stocked with breakfast items and our host was very friendly and welcoming. Came complete with Kat the cat who was an excellent greeter but stayed outside.We loved the eclectic decor. It's a home, not a hotel and you probably will be sharing the space with others but if you're OK with that give this place a try. Would definitely stay again

1.3 / 5.0

Jun 2022

2.0 / 5.0

Jun 2022

Despite a hiccup at check in that left me in the heat and humidity for an hour, Pete went out of his way to make my stay as comfortable as possible including handling a fussy washing machine so my laundry could get done.

2.5 / 5.0

Jun 2022

This was a sweet deal! If you are a pinball enthusiast this is like staying in a pinball museum, we’re nearly everything on display is playable. Add to that the overwhelming number of movies and books from the 70s and 80s, retro games, and the Pepsi dispenser with bottled craft beer selections (excellent Virginia brewery selections), you could practically vacation here. Breakfast options were wonderful. Bathroom was clean and everything worked well. Location is very convenient to the interstates. My only regret was we were attending a convention and needed to be in bed early and up early, so we couldn’t enjoy getting to know our guests and playing the games.

FAQs

How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Richmond?

The average price for a rental in Richmond is R 2,839 per night. This rental is R 351 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at A house full of steel balls and games. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this bed and breakfast. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is A house full of steel balls and games pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this bed and breakfast is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at A house full of steel balls and games?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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Standard Room

Economy Room

A house full of steel balls and games

Bed and Breakfast in Richmond, VA

Reasons to book

About this bed and breakfast

Amenities

Map of Richmond, VA

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Family House

Executive Room

Standard Room

Economy Room

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

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