Historic Charm with a Modern Twist at Grelen's Spotswood Lodge in Central VA
Farm Stay in Shenandoah Valley, VA
20 guests · 8 bedrooms · 8 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
About this farm stay rental
Located on an 11-acre farm with a natural pond in the midst of Central Virginia’s wine country, Spotswood Lodge (circa 1788) is a sanctuary for all who visit. Originally a farmhouse, Spotswood Lodge is filled with rustic charm & elegance. This expansive property is convenient to the historic towns of Orange, Gordonsville, Barboursville & Charlottesville. Enjoy exclusive private access to this beautiful property by renting Spotswood Lodge (sleeps 12) and the accompanying Cottage (sleeps 8). Positioned conveniently between the adorable historic towns of Orange, Gordonsville and Barboursville, the Cottage at Spotswood Lodge is the ideal location to make the most of your vacation. Central Virginia has so much to offer visitors: James Madison’s Montpelier, Barboursville & Early Mountain Vineyards, Shenandoah National Park, Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello and the University of Virginia. In addition, there are a surprising number of adorable shops and quality restaurants in the Main Street Towns of Orange & Gordonsville (within 10-20 minutes of the Cottage at Spotswood) and The Market at Grelen’s European Style Garden Shop & Cafe, six miles of free walking trails and pick-your-own farm are divine and not to be missed! IMPORTANT: The booking will be confirmed after we receive an e-signature on The Spotswood Lodge Housing Contract, via email. FOR WEDDINGS/EVENTS PLEASE VISIT OUR SPOTSWOOD LODGE WEBSITE AND SUBMIT AN INQUIRY THROUGH THERE. PETS: Pets (dogs only) are allowed with written permission and an extra fee of $50/per pet.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Shenandoah Valley, VA
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful home and property that is perfect to host a large family. Highly recommend
8.0 / 10.0
Great huge house for a relaxing girls tripb
10.0 / 10.0
We stayed with friends and family for the Montpelier Hunt races. Perfect location for easy access to the races. Perfect size to accommodate all of us- the beds were actually so comfortable that I slept until 10:30 the first morning there!!!!!!! We really enjoyed having our coffee in the sunny morning room. Easy to get what you need from either Orange or Gordonsville.
10.0 / 10.0
This property is absolutely stunning, nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, minutes outside of Gordonsville, in the middle of wine and horse country. Old farmhouse and cottage with tons of character. Perfect venue for a weekend with friends and family! Highly recommended!
10.0 / 10.0
This was a great place to stay for UVA graduation weekend. It was great to come back to the house and have a family bbq.
8.0 / 10.0
My husband and I wanted a long weekend with friends since we’ve been pregnant for 2 years (2 babies back to back) and this house was the best of both worlds ! Tons of space to hang at the house, and just a short drive to all things VA. The house is absolutely beautiful. Beds are fantastic. Yes, there are a ton of lady bugs and that was a con, BUT it’s to be expected in an older home in the country. We did have to constantly remove them from the bedrooms and bathrooms several times a day, as there were a ton 24/7. But again, we get it ! Owner was so sweet and so easy to get in touch with. The heat wasn’t working when we first got there and she came over right away and fixed it.
We cannot wait to bring the rest of our family to this property in the near future.
10.0 / 10.0
This property was perfect for our family of 18 to stay. Each person had their space as the family gathered to celebrate the life of their father. Enough space and bathrooms for all family units to have their own space. The grounds are beautiful and the living spaces are well furnished.
10.0 / 10.0
this was a great venue for our Thanksgiving holiday with family
10.0 / 10.0
Great
10.0 / 10.0
excellent
Everything was as we expected and wanted. We were having a family reunion in Louisa so it was a little bit further away than we thought, but worked out fine
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely Location and accomodations
The property was perfect for our management retreat. Very clean and comfortable setting.
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely
We had a lovely time. The house is very big and accommodated all 10 of us with several rooms still empty.
The hosts were extremely responsive and quick to support our needs, excellent service really.
8.0 / 10.0
Great for a small weekend gathering
We hosted my 40th birthday at the property and it was great. We only had a few minor snafus - invasion of ladybugs and the WIFI is pretty spotty. Other than that, the home is so charming and the perfect place to host an intimate gathering for a few friends and family.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful spacious property
Beautiful property! The house was very spacious and had enough room for 20 adults to sleep comfortably. It was a very nice getaway from the city. Tess and her staff were easily reachable. It was very cold on the first floor of the main house despite turning the heat on but we all just bundled up!
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful spacious home
Spacious and beautifully decorated home surrounded by a lovely property. Lots of room to spread out or lovely areas to congregate.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful property
The house and grounds were stunning. Plenty of Space for our family of 14 to be together yet have some space - and take some amazing family pictures. Also super close to the vineyards and Charlottesville.
10.0 / 10.0
Birthday Weekend
Wonderful property for a wonderful weekend celebrating a 30th birthday with 18 friends. Plenty of beds and space to spend time together!
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful weekend!
Celebrated our parent’s 50th wedding anniversary! The house was just as quaint ans beautiful as could be! Received a surprise snow fall which made everything picturesque! Plenty of places to socialize and kids were forced to “unplug” and make their own fun. A little cool in some of the rooms, but plenty of blankets. We cooked some amazing meals and had everything we needed. Would love to come back in warmer weather!
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful Trip to Gordonsville
This house comfortably fit our group of 15. Plenty of space in the main house and we really appreciated the large number of bathrooms. The house is also beautifully decorated! We definitely plan to come back!
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful retreat for our large family
Our extended family of 20 people enjoyed Thanksgiving week at Spotswood Lodge. The expansive first floor offered plenty of space to spread out, and the cottage next store provided a quiet retreat from the bustle. Some of the room configurations could be interesting (like the two-twin bedroom that could only be reached by going through the three-twin bedroom), but the mattresses were of great quality and there were plenty of bathrooms.
The grounds were interesting, though unseasonably cold weather kept us mostly inside. We enjoyed easy access to sites like James Madison's Montpelier estate, marked historic walking trails (such as the Battle of the WIlderness Civil War battlefield), and quick trips into Gordonsville. Charlottesville was just 25 minutes away.
Complaints? Not many. The WiFi was dodgy, despite the owner's several valiant attempts to fix it. And because cell reception there is almost non-existent, it could be tough sledding if you have work to do (like I did!). Thankfully, I found I could get mobile data on Verizon if I sat on the right side of the bed in the cottage loft--just enough to get by!
Would I recommend? Absolutely. I was especially impressed at how responsive the owner was when we called with questions or problems--even right before Thanksgiving day.
10.0 / 10.0
Loved everything!
Excellent property and beautiful scenery! Perfect for our large family!
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect for our leadership team retreat!
The Farm House & Cottage were the perfect places for our 3.5 day leadership team retreat! We were able to work, bond, plan for a busy year, and relax. The property was beautiful and comfortable.
8.0 / 10.0
Beautiful!
We loved the house and Emmie and her team were a joy to work with. The house is gorgeous! Could use a new dishwasher though! We had a pretty large lady bug problem. Emmie and her team came to clean them, but they had infested one side and the upstairs of the house! I know they were working on an exterminator. Place is fantastic for a girls weekend and some wineries! Besides the bugs, which I am sure are gone now it was a great space!
10.0 / 10.0
Thanksgiving in Gordonsville.
For the third year in a row my clan stayed at Spotswood Lodge for Thanksgiving. It's a beautiful home in a beautiful setting.
10.0 / 10.0
Fantastic
Spotswood was just perfect for our annual getaway with a group of friends. Lots of lovely spaces for relaxing and dining and plenty of bedrooms and baths. Location is great and the property is picturesque- so beautiful with the fall leaves!
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful home, great for a girls weekend getaway
We rented this house for a girls bachelorette weekend and it was perfect! There was plenty of room for all 9 of us to stay in the main house, but the cottage was also available for our use. The house is very spacious with plenty of room for socializing. The staff was great and very accommodating to all of our needs. We had the chef from the market cater dinner on the first night since we were all coming from out of town. The food was delicious and he worked within our price range. We loved our stay and enjoyed visiting such a beautiful part of the country. Hope to visit again sometime soon.
10.0 / 10.0
Great space for a three-generation houseful
We loved the house! Wonderful accommodations in a beautiful setting. We especially appreciated the well-equipped kitchen since we all love to eat together. Guests can either relax with a book in a quiet corner or drive a short distance for a variety of outdoor options, including Skyline Drive in Shanandoah National Park. Charlottesville is also close by for groceries, shops, or movies. Perfect for a long weekend reunion!
10.0 / 10.0
Twenty+ friends gathered for three days to reconnect
For twenty years, plus, now three generation of friends have gathered for three days to reconnect. This is the first year we ventured to gather outside the Shenandoah Valley. We were not disappointed! Friends from OH, NC, WVA, PA and Maryland spent months carefully researching and we found a great match in Spotswood for what we wanted. Friends from ages 13 to 80+ enjoyed three days of fishing in nearby pond, hiking on and off the property, cooking delicious food on the garden grill and spacious kitchen, and exploring the gardens with our cameras. This elegantly furnished spacious estate provided ample rooms for us to be together or to slip quietly into a corner either to read, chat, or play games. From the moment we began inquiries, property manager patiently answered our many questions. She then responded enthusiastically to our needs once we arrived onto the property. We unanimously recommend Spotswood for gathering.
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful Visit with Friends and Family!
A perfect long weekend with friends and family was had at Spotswood Lodge! The house and cottage fit our group of 20 perfectly and was just lovely. The kitchen was well stocked and the linens and towels were wonderful. There was enough room to come together as a group for wonderful meals and laugher or to spread out and find a quiet nook for reading. The setting of the home was lovely as well with many pictures taken of a pond in the background or a wonderful green barn. Sarah was excellent and very patient as she answered what felt like I'm sure hundreds of questions to help make our visit go well. Be sure to check out of The Market at Grelen while you are there. Our group had a great hike at The Market while there.
FAQs
How much does this farm stay cost compared to others in Shenandoah Valley?
The average price for a rental in Shenandoah Valley is $250 per night. This rental is $1,062 above the average.
Is parking included with this farm stay?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Historic Charm with a Modern Twist at Grelen's Spotswood Lodge in Central VA. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this farm stay?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this farm stay. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Historic Charm with a Modern Twist at Grelen's Spotswood Lodge in Central VA pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this farm stay is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Historic Charm with a Modern Twist at Grelen's Spotswood Lodge in Central VA?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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