[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Rugby Retreat | 3 bd, 2.5 ba | Heart of UVA Grounds Vacation home with kitchen, near University of Virginia ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103470000/103467500/103467481/2cc833fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103470000/103467500/103467481/4996f2ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103470000/103467500/103467481/d5992988.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103470000/103467500/103467481/6dee3589.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103470000/103467500/103467481/1db89b16.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the best of historic charm and modern convenience at Rugby Retreat. This beautifully renovated 1930's brick Cape Cod boasts elegant arched doorways, expansive windows, and a spacious backyard perfect for relaxation or outdoor activities. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62417 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Washer - Kitchen - Parking available - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Rugby Retreat | 3 bd, 2.5 ba | Heart of UVA Grounds This 1930's brick Cape Cod is conveniently situated on Rugby Road, offering a seamless blend of historic charm and modern convenience. Thoughtfully renovated and professionally designed, Rugby Retreat is a true gem that boasts proximity to both UVA Grounds and downtown Charlottesville. Whether you are a family in town visiting your student, alumni headed to a football game or guests attending a wedding - Rugby Retreat is perfect for your next visit to UVA and Charlottesville. Inside, you'll find high ceilings, elegant arched doorways, and expansive windows that fill each room with abundant natural light. The private backyard and spacious front yard further enhance the appeal of this property, providing ample space for relaxation and outdoor activities. This house features three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms. On the first floor is a newly renovated kitchen, traditional dining room, large living room, and sunroom with a TV. The second floor offers a primary king bed with en-suite bath and 2 queen bedrooms that share a bathroom. On the 3rd floor is a private loft area with a TV and a desk, perfect for lounging or a quiet workspace. (please note the stairs are narrow and ceilings are low in the loft area). The backyard offers a large patio area with outdoor seating and a gazebo attached to a covered patio with a day bed - perfect for an afternoon read or an evening glass of wine with friends and family. Parking: there is off-street parking provided on the driveway, enough for 3 vehicles. The driveway is railroad style i.e. other cars must move for the 1st car to get out. Pulling in and out of the property is a bit tight due to stone walls on either side of the entrance. Additional Details: \- Charcoal grill: charcoal not provided \- TV in 1st floor sunroom & primary bedroom \- DirectTV streaming app is provided to access live TV \- Standard drip coffee maker: filters & coffee not provided \- Exterior security cameras for your safety House Rules: \- Guests of Guest Policy: Guests are allowed double the Max Occupancy (12 max) during the hours of 9:00 am – 9:00 PM with the permission of Guesthouses. Outside of said hours Guest agrees only the Max Occupancy will be present at the property. Violation of this policy can result in immediate eviction of Guest with no refund. \- Maximum of 3 cars permitted on the property ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Charcoal grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Winery tours 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,417 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83580000/83570400/83570312/22806306.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hoos\` Homestead | 5 Bed, 4.5 Bath Barracks Rugby - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=83570312&PinnedHotelID=83570312&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108590000/108584800/108584768/71b4d4be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Whispering Cottage: Walk to Scott Stadium & JPJ Lewis Mountain - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=108584768&PinnedHotelID=108584768&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113430000/113425000/113424945/3bcc24ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Perfect UVA Location | Historic Boone-White House Jefferson Park Avenue - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 2 reviews CA $1,012 CA $1,863 total includes taxes & fees Oct 17 - Oct 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=113424945&PinnedHotelID=113424945&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96740000/96735600/96735534/faa0181e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Walkable to UVA, and Fontaine Research park, Newly Renovated Home. 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Barracks Rugby - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=91437446&PinnedHotelID=91437446&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### 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 ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 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 831670 ## 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%7C38.04518%2C-78.49528&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0A27wYMzLTZhAbaIRIar5cCd6qk=) Charlottesville, VA #### What's nearby - John Paul Jones Arena - 16 min walk - 1.4 km - University of Virginia - 17 min walk - 1.5 km - Downtown Mall - 3 min drive - 2.4 km - University of Virginia Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.4 km - Monticello - 12 min drive - 7.5 km #### Getting around - Charlottesville Station - 7 min drive - Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) - 17 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Cava - ‬15 min walk - ‪Panera Bread - ‬19 min walk - ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rugby Retreat | 3 bd, 2.5 ba | Heart of UVA Grounds pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Rugby Retreat | 3 bd, 2.5 ba | Heart of UVA Grounds? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Rugby Retreat | 3 bd, 2.5 ba | Heart of UVA Grounds? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Rugby Retreat | 3 bd, 2.5 ba | Heart of UVA Grounds located? > Located in Venable, this vacation home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from The Fralin Museum of Art and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from University of Virginia. Heritage Repertory Theater and Rotunda are also within 1 mi (2 km). Charlottesville Station is 26 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Rugby Retreat | 3 bd, 2.5 ba | Heart of UVA Grounds Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jennifer p. Sep 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy What a lovely home! So beautifully decorated and so clean. I stayed at Rugby Retreat with my mother and sisters and enjoyed the neighborhood and nearby attractions. It is very close to many local historical homes, early presidential history, UVA, downtown shopping, and much more. ##### jennifer p. 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