[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Hunker Down: Cheerful 2 Bed and Pet Friendly Vacation home in Staunton with kitchen and patio ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90240000/90233100/90233022/2219cb82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90240000/90233100/90233022/a863a6d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90240000/90233100/90233022/c2f4237e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90240000/90233100/90233022/f39f4bf2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90240000/90233100/90233022/542c401f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Downtown Staunton, The Hunker Down offers a charming retreat. Stroll through historic streets right from your front door and enjoy a spacious backyard with your pup by your side. This cozy home features a fully equipped kitchen, living area with Roku Smart Tv, 2 large bedrooms with queen beds, and work-from-home space. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## 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. ### The Hunker Down: Cheerful 2 Bed and Pet Friendly Please note that The Hunker Down is the lower level unit of this home (there is another Airbnb upstairs; it may be possible to hear others above you) and is accessed down a flight of stairs through the courtyard: KITCHEN - Fully equipped kitchen with fridge and freezer, oven, microwave, dishwasher, and drip coffee maker. LIVING/DINING - Dining table with seating for 4, couch, reading chair, Roku Smart Tv (feel free to login to your streaming apps) BEDROOM 1 -Queen bed, nightstands, lamps with USB charging ports, DOHM sound machine, and dresser. BEDROOM 2 - King bed, nightstands, lamps with USB charging ports, DOHM sound machine, luggage rack. BATHROOM - Shower/tub combo, washer and dryer. PATIO - Table and 2 chairs. There is an exterior door camera by the front door. One parking permit is included with your stay for street parking directly outside the home. If you need additional parking, there is more street parking, or we include a parking pass to the New St. Parking Garage right around the corner. The unit is accessed with an electronic coded key pad. Please note that The Hunker Down is the lower level unit of this home and is accessed down a flight of stairs through the courtyard. The upstairs of this home also functions as a separate Airbnb, but both units are very private. \*\* This property is monitored by a Ring camera at the doorbell, as well as a security camera at the walkway to monitor for conditions like snow and ice, etc.\*\* DOG FRIENDLY with an additional fee/stay. No cats, fines may apply. The Hunker Down is perfectly situated in the heart of Downtown Staunton. Park your car for the weekend and stroll the streets of Staunton right from your front door! The unit is located in the lower unit of a large, historic home and features a large kitchen, living area, 2 large bedrooms with queen beds, and a work-from-home space. Additionally, bring your pup along and let them roam the spacious backyard. Please note that The Hunker Down is the lower level unit of this home (there is another Airbnb upstairs; it may be possible to hear others above you) and is accessed down a flight of stairs through the courtyard: KITCHEN - Fully equipped kitchen with fridge and freezer, oven, microwave, dishwasher, and drip coffee maker. LIVING/DINING - Dining table with seating for 4, couch, reading chair, Roku Smart Tv (feel free to login to your streaming apps) BEDROOM 1 -Queen bed, nightstands, lamps with USB charging ports, DOHM sound machine, and dresser. BEDROOM 2 - King bed, nightstands, lamps with USB charging ports, DOHM sound machine, luggage rack. BATHROOM - Shower/tub combo, washer and dryer. PATIO - Table and 2 chairs. There is an exterior door camera by the front door. One parking permit is included with your stay for street parking directly outside the home. If you need additional parking, there is more street parking, or we include a parking pass to the New St. Parking Garage right around the corner. The unit is accessed with an electronic coded key pad. The Hunker Down is the lower level unit of this home and is accessed down a flight of stairs through the courtyard. The upstairs of this home also functions as a separate Airbnb, but both units are very private. \*\* This property is monitored by a Ring camera at the doorbell, as well as a security camera at the walkway to monitor for conditions like snow and ice, etc.\*\* DOG FRIENDLY with an additional fee/stay. No cats, fines may apply. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free offsite parking - Street parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Freezer - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking 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 - Security system - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88200000/88198300/88198207/a35e3530.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Staunton Underground: Center of Downtown Staunton - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.6 Exceptional 40 reviews CA $125 CA $336 total includes taxes & fees Oct 22 - Oct 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=88198207&PinnedHotelID=88198207&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99970000/99968500/99968441/0654982f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Overlook: Walk Downtown + City Views Staunton - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 24 reviews CA $167 CA $356 total includes taxes & fees Nov 11 - Nov 12 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=99968441&PinnedHotelID=99968441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101390000/101387700/101387672/ae1eb649.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Downtown Luxe: Luxury Vintage + Downtown Staunton - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 23 reviews CA $167 CA $356 total includes taxes & fees Nov 17 - Nov 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=101387672&PinnedHotelID=101387672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102350000/102349700/102349689/52e75e8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sweet Darling House: Enchanting historic home; walkable to downtown Staunton - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=102349689&PinnedHotelID=102349689&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786900/74786858/c9bd1c59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### "The Sparrow" at Historic Downtown Staunton Staunton - Kitchen - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 20 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=74786858&PinnedHotelID=74786858&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90240000/90233100/90233026/a119bda4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Landmark: Luxury In Downtown Staunton Staunton - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 21 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=90233026&PinnedHotelID=90233026&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103710000/103700200/103700145/w1500h999x0y1-af80a03d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Little Yellow House: Walk to Downtown Staunton Staunton - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 6 reviews CA $139 CA $391 total includes taxes & fees Oct 29 - Oct 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=103700145&PinnedHotelID=103700145&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100230000/100224600/100224527/7e1bbeab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Shenandoah Suite: Walk Downtown! 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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 TheHunkerDown24401\_147916 ## About the area Staunton is home to this vacation home. Dogwood Square and Orchard Hill Square Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wilson Park and Gypsy Hill Park. Staunton Railroad Station and Sunspots Studios Glassblowing are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and hunting. [Visit our Staunton travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Staunton.dx6056906) [View more Vacation homes in Staunton](https://www.expedia.ca/Staunton-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6056906-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C38.14886%2C-79.06815&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ieIMuYzWxotntYwEmsuBY487thQ=) Staunton, VA ### What's nearby - Mary Baldwin College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - American Shakespeare Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Gypsy Hill Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km - Frontier Culture Museum - 6 min drive - 5.5 km ### Getting around - Staunton Station - 6 min walk - Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 23 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Bricks Restaurant & Pub - ‬8 min walk - ‪The Green Room - ‬8 min walk - ‪Wright's Dairy-Rite - ‬6 min walk - ‪Byers Street Bistro - ‬7 min walk - ‪Chop House - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Hunker Down: Cheerful 2 Bed and Pet Friendly pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Hunker Down: Cheerful 2 Bed and Pet Friendly? > As of Oct 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hunker Down: Cheerful 2 Bed and Pet Friendly on Nov 17, 2025 start from CA $161.23, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Staunton-Hotels-The-Hunker-Down-Cheerful-2-Bed-And-Pet-Friendly.h90233022.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at The Hunker Down: Cheerful 2 Bed and Pet Friendly? > There is free parking nearby. ### What time is check-in at The Hunker Down: Cheerful 2 Bed and Pet Friendly? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Hunker Down: Cheerful 2 Bed and Pet Friendly? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Hunker Down: Cheerful 2 Bed and Pet Friendly located? > Situated in Staunton, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library, Mary Baldwin College, and American Shakespeare Center. R.R. Smith Center for History & Art and All's Well Massage Studio are also within 10 minutes. Staunton Station is 6 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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