10/10 Excellent
cheryl h.
8 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick weekend stay
cheryl h.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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Hometract Cottage, Historic Property, UVA/Charlottesville/Ivy
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 473.0 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
697 Ivy Depot Rd., Charlottesville, VA, 22903
- University of Virginia8 min drive
- University of Virginia Hospital10 min drive
- Downtown Mall11 min drive
- Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)24 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Hometract Cottage, Historic Property, UVA/Charlottesville/Ivy
Hometract Cottage is a historic one bedroom home (NRHP, circa 1800) centrally located 15 minutes or less from downtown Charlottesville, UVA, Crozet, Monticello, wineries and more. The cottage features ensuite bath, fully stocked kitchen, living/workspace with comfortable sleeper sofa, mature landscaping for privacy, and covered front porch. Hometract is a quiet 3-acre property with terraced garden views. Visit our chicken coop, relax in the hammock, or walk to the garden shop or Duner's restaurant.
Hometract is located in historic Ivy, a rural area characterized by mature forests and rolling hills. We have the privacy of a rural area with few neighbors but also easy access to I-64 & Rt. 250 putting Crozet, Ivy, Charlottesville, Monticello, Keswick, and more all within easy reach. We are walkable to the Ivy Corner Garden and Gift Shop, local favorite Duner's Restaurant, and the Wine & Country gift shop. Boars Head Resort is only 5 minutes down the road with its golf course, restaurants, spa, and music and events. The Foxfield Races are only 10 minutes away.
Road cyclists can enjoy the popular Dick Woods Taylor Gap route passing right past Hometract's entrance.
Enjoy the best spirits that Charlottesville has to offer with Ragged Branch Distillery a few minutes away, and Potters Craft Cider, Starr Brewery, and more than a dozen wineries all within 15 minutes.
Hometract is located in historic Ivy, a rural area characterized by mature forests and rolling hills. We have the privacy of a rural area with few neighbors but also easy access to I-64 & Rt. 250 putting Crozet, Ivy, Charlottesville, Monticello, Keswick, and more all within easy reach. We are walkable to the Ivy Corner Garden and Gift Shop, local favorite Duner's Restaurant, and the Wine & Country gift shop. Boars Head Resort is only 5 minutes down the road with its golf course, restaurants, spa, and music and events. The Foxfield Races are only 10 minutes away.
Road cyclists can enjoy the popular Dick Woods Taylor Gap route passing right past Hometract's entrance.
Enjoy the best spirits that Charlottesville has to offer with Ragged Branch Distillery a few minutes away, and Potters Craft Cider, Starr Brewery, and more than a dozen wineries all within 15 minutes.
Property manager
Juli Gerken
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Amenities
Kitchen
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Charlottesville
Located in Ivy, a neighbourhood in Charlottesville, this cottage is in a rural area. Rotunda and The Jefferson Theater are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Downtown Mall and Corner District. Charlottesville Ice Park and Virginia Discovery Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Charlottesville, VA
What's nearby
- University of Virginia - 8 min drive - 9.1 km
- John Paul Jones Arena - 8 min drive - 8.9 km
- Scott Stadium - 10 min drive - 11.3 km
- University of Virginia Hospital - 10 min drive - 10.4 km
- Downtown Mall - 11 min drive - 11.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Chick-fil-A - 9 min drive
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- Chipotle Mexican Grill - 9 min drive
- O-Hill Dining Hall - 9 min drive
- Taco Bell - 9 min drive
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Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Christopher D.
1 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4 day stay
Christopher D.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alison J.
24 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay!!
Alison J.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
John H.
3 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
John H.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jaimie J.
21 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary weekend
Jaimie J.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
james m.
29 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
james m.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah R.
22 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Sarah R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen R.
26 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming Cottage
Karen R.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael M.
19 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful place
Michael M.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Victoria F.
2 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint, cozy cottage in beautiful, tranquil surroundings
Victoria F.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alice T.
28 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Parents' weekend visit
Alice T.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Danny B.
24 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Peaceful place
Danny B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tim P.
28 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LivinKPLife
Tim P.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth & Asa H.
27 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, cozy
Elizabeth & Asa H.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rachel
24 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Rachel
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn H.
27 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, comfy retreat
Kathryn H.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Valerie L.
2 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Smooth and quaint
Valerie L.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Patrick B.
13 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hometract Cottage
Patrick B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lakisha W.
4 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity Awaits
Lakisha W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Monica R.
29 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cottage
Monica R.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Richard M.
9 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic retreat
Richard M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca L., WAYNE, Pa
24 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trip
Rebecca L.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chloe T.
29 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick Getaway
Chloe T.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jill B.
10 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and well-appointment
Jill B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andrea M., Fredericksburg , va
8 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage
Andrea M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
About the host
Hosted by Juli Gerken
Originally from Asheville, NC we recently relocated to Charlottesville, VA in 2022 and love the area's mix of rural living with big town amenities. We enjoy gardening and are excited to be the stewards of this historic property for the next generation.
Why they chose this property
Home Tract Cottage is a historic one bedroom home (NRHP, circa 1800) centrally located 15 minutes or less from Charlottesville, UVA, Crozet, Monticello, wineries and more. The cottage features ensuite bath, fully stocked kitchen, living/workspace with comfortable sleeper sofa, mature landscaping for privacy, and covered front porch. Home Tract is a quiet 3-acre property with terraced garden views.
What makes this property unique
Hometract Cottage is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is believed to be one of the oldest structures in Ivy, built around 1800. The cottage may have served as general store for travelers on the historic Three Notch'd Road. Originally a single room on a fieldstone basement, the cottage was expanded last century to include a bedroom and ensuite bathroom. The door is the original reinforced panel door, believed to have been installed to secure the products in the General Store. Most windows are original with the waves and bubbles that characterize century old glass.
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