Title: Cottage on Historic Property w/ Working Farm - Beautiful Pool & Fire Pit - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cottage on Historic Property w/ Working Farm - Beautiful Pool & Fire Pit Cottage in Aylett with private pool and kitchen ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46570000/46565300/46565287/a03468a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46570000/46565300/46565287/28bb544a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46570000/46565300/46565287/3ed23aed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46570000/46565300/46565287/8e1d3b5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46570000/46565300/46565287/f2c8e49f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the serene charm of Retreat Cottage, located on 120 acres of beautiful farmland and woods. Relax in the beautifully appointed cottage with a mixture of antiques and modern amenities, or unwind by the large brick and slate fire pit. Enjoy fresh eggs from resident free range chickens, explore over 80 acres with an electric golf cart or take a hayride throughout this historic property. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4850 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Dryer - Washer - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cottage on Historic Property w/ Working Farm - Beautiful Pool & Fire Pit Retreat Cottage is a private, charming 100 year old one-bedroom cottage located on 120 acres of beautiful farmland, landscaped grounds, and gorgeous woods on historic property on a quiet road. Retreat is a great place to unwind and get away from the hustle and bustle. Please keep in mind that because we are in a remote location, internet and cell service can be spotty, especially with inclement weather. While we are in a rural location, we are centrally located to a number of wonderful Virginia cities and towns - Richmond is about 40 minutes away, Fredericksburg 45 minutes, Williamsburg and Charlottesville an hour and a half, and DC is about two hours away. We are 15 minutes away from the Kings Dominion amusement park, the Meadowpark summer music venue, and the fall Virginia State Fair. Retreat Cottage is beautifully appointed - with a mixture of antiques and modern, as well as some whimsy. The cottage is well-maintained and has a living room and dining room and full kitchen, as well as a large bathroom with full sized washer and dryer. There is a sweet bedroom with a queen size bed (if more two people, we do have self inflatable mattresses that can be used in living room for up to two additional people,). There are a front porch and small back screened porch to sit and relax and enjoy the lovely views. The back porch is quiet and sweet and overlooks the barn - and the animals. The cottage is refreshed with frequency with new sheets, pillows, towels, and other upgrades. It is landscaped and mulched - it is not tired or neglected. Great care has been taken to make your stay comfortable and relaxing - with the hope that you can unwind as much as you may care to. The Retreat property has more than 80 acres of mature woods, with natural springs, creeks, and walking trails throughout - and an amazing tree canopy as well as remarkable topography. An electric golf cart is made available to you if you want to explore the property. It is parked in front of the cottage when you arrive. If we are available, we can take you on a hayride throughout the property. A hammock is located in front of the cottage which is great for the occasional nap, and the nearby tree has a wonderful wooden swing. We have cornhole boards if you want to play - just ask, we will bring them out to you! Games are in the cottage for rainy days, as well as books and magazines. A large, well-maintained fenced outdoor saltwater, inground pool is available for guest use - please coordinate with the owners to reserve hours for use (although, generally, guests have exclusive use). The pool has Frontgate floats and pool noodles, as well as pool toys. The pool is usually open from mid to late April through the end of September. A large brick and slate fire pit in close proximity to the cottage is for guest use as well - with comfortable Adirondack chairs. Firewood is provided. A Weber grill and charcoal and lighter fluid also are provided. We are a small working farm. Resident free range chickens roam the grounds. They are very social and sometimes follow you around or sit in your lap. You can always almost count on fresh eggs to be in the refrigerator upon your arrival! You can help collect eggs, feed the hens, and put the hens away at night if you are interested. We love to have guests involved in the farm experience as much or as little as they like. The owners are raising a small flock of Hog Island Sheep, a critically endangered breed - with only a few hundred registered the world. The largest flock is maintained at Mount Vernon. Our sheep have will begin having their lambs in early Spring 2025. Our flock is protected by Sasha and Pickles, our majestic Great Pyrenees. We also have a few Dexter cows - a breed that was critically endangered, but is now recovering. Three are bred heifers due to have calves Spring 2025. As an FYI, if booking, vrbo gives guests two options relating to the damage deposit. One is that guests pay a refundable 1,500 deposit which becomes due and is charged to the card before the stay - like a security deposit. If the host has no damage to report after the stay, the charge is reversed from the card. The second option is for guests to pay a 59 non refundable fee that is charged before the stay - through an insurance carrier. The insurance carrier receives the 59 fee and any damage reported by the host is worked out between the host and the insurance company. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Pool toys - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Limo/town car service - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Deposit kept if there is smoking in cottage ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Bicycles - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Hunting nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 850 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32740000/32734300/32734258/8b4071da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aylett River Paradise: A whimsical gem designed to harmonize with nature. 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He is good with other pets and children. Our sheep and cows are in fenced pastures with an electric wire on the back base of the bottom fence board to keep out critters. Be mindful of wire. No swimming at night. Children must be supervised in pool area. No running or diving in pool. Please pick up trash and clean up after use of pool. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Up to two, house trained dogs are permitted. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: If more than two guests, additional fees apply. ### Events No events allowed Determined on case-by-case basis. Fee may apply. ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Deposit kept if there is smoking in cottage ## 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 Note from host: Determined on case-by-case basis. Fee may apply. 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Charming On Historic Aylett Charming Cottage on Historic Property Aylett Charming Cottage on Historic Property Private vacation home ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.86637%2C-77.25403&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=00M7ny-XNvbzC1wib9h4_Ev5jJs=) Aylett, VA #### What's nearby - Meadow Event Park - 23 min drive - 28.4 km - Kings Dominion - 27 min drive - 31.9 km - Randolph-Macon College - 35 min drive - 42.9 km - Richmond Raceway - 49 min drive - 57.5 km - Short Pump Town Center - 55 min drive - 75.8 km #### Getting around - Ashland Station - 30 min drive - Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) - 53 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Daddy's <333 - ‬8 min walk - ‪Hickory Stick Cafe - ‬13 min drive - ‪CWR Firewood And Mulch - ‬14 min drive - ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬18 min drive - ‪Firehouse Subs - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Cottage on Historic Property w/ Working Farm - Beautiful Pool & Fire Pit have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Cottage on Historic Property w/ Working Farm - Beautiful Pool & Fire Pit pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Cottage on Historic Property w/ Working Farm - Beautiful Pool & Fire Pit? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Cottage on Historic Property w/ Working Farm - Beautiful Pool & Fire Pit? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Cottage on Historic Property w/ Working Farm - Beautiful Pool & Fire Pit located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 16 mi (25 km) of Mattaponi Springs Golf Club, Meadow Event Park, and Hanover Tavern. Kings Dominion and Hanover County Courthouse are also within 20 mi (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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