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The Pond House near Charlottesville

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 258.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Earlysville, VA
  • University of Virginia
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Downtown Mall
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • University of Virginia Hospital
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Pond House near Charlottesville

Just 3 minutes from Charlottesville Airport and 19 minutes from the Downtown Mall, The Pond House is located in a beautiful subdivision called Bedford Hills. Fully furnished and equipped 650 square foot apartment with Queen size bed and sleeper sofa (also Queen size); accommodates 4 adults. Full kitchen with stove, all utensils and dishes, refrigerator and microwave. Beautiful, Tiled bathroom with unique lighting. Flat screen (50 inch) smart TV with cable and Netflix, robust wi-fi. Private entrance, 1 flight of stairs down.

Property manager

John Salidis
Premier Host

Languages

English, Greek

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

Earlysville

Located in Bedford Hills, a neighbourhood in Earlysville, this apartment is in a rural area. Chisholm Vineyards at Adventure Farm and Bowlero Charlottesville are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit AMF Kegler's Lanes and Charlottesville Ice Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at John Paul Jones Arena or Davenport Field. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Earlysville, VA

What's nearby

  • John Paul Jones Arena - 13 min drive - 11.7 km
  • University of Virginia - 14 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Downtown Mall - 15 min drive - 13.4 km
  • University of Virginia Hospital - 15 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Ting Pavilion - 15 min drive - 13.6 km

Getting around

  • Charlottesville Station - 19 min drive
  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Timberwood Grill - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Pond House near Charlottesville pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Pond House near Charlottesville?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Pond House near Charlottesville?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Pond House near Charlottesville located?

Located in Bedford Hills, this apartment building is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Chisholm Vineyards at Adventure Farm and within 6 miles (10 km) of Bowlero Charlottesville and Chris Greene Lake Park. AMF Kegler's Lanes and Fashion Square Mall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 125 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Quentin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Place
I loved the place and the location was ideal. I would definitely stay here again! Great hosts!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

zack c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pond view
Nice peaceful area. Just out of the city but close to everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, quiet
Really enjoyed our stay at the Pond House. Very homey place in a nice quiet neighborhood away from the hubub of town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charlottesville, VA Visit
Comfortable basement studio in a very quiet neigborhood with easy access to Charlottesville, local attractions, and winery's.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice area and conveniently located near Shenandoah National Park. The downstairs apartment was very clean and quiet except for the footsteps we heard past midnight every night (which didn’t really bother us because we are night owls). We had everything we needed for preparing meals, but we did struggle a little bit with the mini fridge and used coolers as back up. Overall, a nice place to stay and we would definitely consider staying there again if we are back in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what I needed
John & Maria's "pond house" basement apartment was just what I needed for a couple of days' quiet work, including a one-day conference just down the road at the University. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

Great Stay!
The owners have been so thoughtful when they set up this rental for your stay. You feel welcome and comfortable and lack for nothing. Plenty of room, perfectly stocked, cozy and comfortable. Everything was made easy for our stay. Would stay again in a heartbeat! Thank you so much for sharing your home!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2017

8/10 Good

Glenn A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pool house
The pool house was very very clean and neat! The host was very helpful. The only draw back was the lack of a shower curtian and that was a minor inconvenience
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trevor R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little spot!
Great accomodations for 2 people with the spacious open concept floor plan. Will definitely book again as the price and location were great for us. As per other reviews, we heard footsteps a couple of times, but nothing that annoyed us. In fact, we let out a cheer watching the hockey game which they definitely heard, and realizing how loud we were, went into quiet mode the rest of the stay. Super friendly hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and comfortable
Good communication, comfortable and as described. No issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cheri P.

Excellent Accomodations
My husband and I took a last minute trip up to Charlottesville, Va. over the past week. We found this little gem of a place on VRBO and could not have been more pleased. The apartment is so homey and welcoming that you will not want to leave! I can't say enough good things about the rental. It was so clean, welcoming, and well equipped. We are huge fans of the Charlottesville area and will definitely return for more stays in the future. Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in your home and we will be back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Perfect in every way!
My family and I rented the Pondhouse this past weekend to share in parent weekend for UVA. It turned out to be the perfect distance just outside the traffic in Charlottesville. We were able to easily travel back and forth between activities to refresh ourselves. The apartment exceeded our expectations in terms of size, comfort and amenities. The home is exceptionally clean and the owner provided all the little extras that make your stay feel like being at home. The attention to detail was superb. We will definitely choose this home over a hotel for our future visits.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2016

8/10 Good

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Basement apartment
Overall I am pleased with my stay. The location was very close to the airport and convenient to Charlottesville and the Shenandoah National Forest. Space was ample for one person or a couple. Kitchen was well stocked with dishes and necessities. Lots of clean towels and linens. It is a basement apartment so it is damp and musty which is to be expected in a basement. The footsteps overhead are quite loud but otherwise it is a quiet location. Stairs outside are a little steep and it is not wheelchair accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Christine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Weekend relaxation didn't happen
We might have been better prepared for our trip had we known the apartment is below the owners. We left at 2am for a hotel because my husband couldn't sleep. He tried for a few hours but the night was spent listening to whoever was crossing the floor upstairs. This was every few mins. We tried for a while until my husband had had enough. This was supposed to be a weekend away for him to relax and not worry about anything. The last thing we expecting was to drive for 2 1/2 hours after working all day and then, be up all night. It would have been a huge plus to know that this rental was someone's basement. They should've put a picture of the steep steps you go down in order to get to the basement. I wasted money on a spot we never would've rented had we known. And then had to double the money spent on another location. Definitely did not turn out the way we had planned. We also didn't meet the owners. A guy came outside when we pulled in to tell us where to park and where to go. There was no other communication after that, even after we left and didn't go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was wonderful, new and updated with plenty of extras.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raghad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our staybwas great. I stayed for 2 days with my husband and 4 year old daughter, the apartment included everything we needed and it was very clean. We really enjoyed staying there and felt like home. Thank you very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samuel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great short stay at the pond house
Great space about 15 minutes from downtown Cville. Quiet neighborhood, good option for families.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

SARAH P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious and clean
This unit was spacious, well equipped and sparkling clean. Perfect for our weekend in Charlottesville.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Enrique J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and cozy
This is a very cute unit, I’ve stayed here twice and I’m looking forward to coming back in the summer or maybe sooner then that!!! It’s totally quiet and near everything that you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy and comfortable
Great spot for us - quiet, clean and comfortable. Recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cameron T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Beautiful Country side, Responsive Hosts, clean open Floor plan.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway!
We enjoyed our stay at this peaceful property. It had everything we needed and we enjoyed sitting by the pond in the evenings. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louise S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and comfortable
Very nice property. Would definitely stay here again. Beautiful outside area also.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

June H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, comfortable apartment
This quaint apartment was perfect for a short weekend getaway. The space was beautifully decorated, the bed comfortable and the bathroom was unique. We would not hesitate to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bright basement studio
The thoughtful lighting and cleanliness were not what we expected with this basement studio. The hosts were kind and responsive. Glad we found this gem.
Stayed 30 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by John Salidis

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Maria and I have been married 50 years. We have 7 children, 4 daughters and 3 sons. I recently retired from a long career in Information Technology. Maria loves to travel and dance. I love Maria and so I travel and dance also! Originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, we moved to Charlottesville, Virginia in 2003 to be with all our kids.

Languages:

English, Greek

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