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A room with large windows, a chandelier, and two white armchairs.
A two-story brick house with a large patio area, a pool, and a well-maintained garden.
A kitchen with a long island counter, hanging pendant lights, and striped bar stools.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, pendant lighting, and a view of the outdoors.
A swimming pool with a view of a lake and forest.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits

    Top-rated for families.
  • Enjoy the heated pool

    A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.
5 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 18

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Electric vehicle charging point

Explore the area

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Charlottesville, VA
  • Place, Ragged Branch Distillery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Virginia
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Living room 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Living room 2

1 Single Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Bathroom 7

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Ivy Retreat | Heated Saltwater Pool & Hot Tub

Welcome to your ultimate getaway: Ivy Springs Retreat. Situated on a stunning 15 acre property, the expansive grounds feature multiple exterior entertaining spots, a private lake, heated saltwater pool and hot tub. The interior boasts 5 bdrms, 6.5 baths, a 22-person dining room, and an elevator for easy second floor access, and plenty of spaces to entertain. Every booking comes with a local team of experts who are equipped to help plan your itinerary.
The layout:

First floor-
Enter through the front door and find the sunken atrium sunroom on your right. With wood floors, stunning views of the lake and windows on two sides, we think this is the ultimate day-to-night space. Morning sunrise yoga or meditation with the doors closed or a late-night dance party, not matter the vibes of your group this is your bonus space- make it into whatever works!

To the left is a 22-person dining area. Perfect for an intimate rehearsal dinner but also equipped with an unassuming 50" Smart TV mounted on the wall. Enjoy sports, Real Housewives or whatever your crew desires. This is the ultimate game night spot! And we provide all of the Adult games (and kid ones) because we think nothing is better than a game night with a big group of friends/family.

There is a half bath conveniently located off of this area leading to the kitchen.

The kitchen comes fully stocked for cooking all standard meals for a large group, with double ovens, and all cookware and dishware provided. The bar stools on the island and breakfast nook are great for the cook or bartender who wants to entertain. Ready to relax? We have some lovely personal chefs who we recommend to come serve you. Sit back and enjoy the meal being made and served while you hang with the crew!

Off of the kitchen you'll find a small sunroom with a Queen sleeper sofa. There's a laundry area that passes through with double doors to the Primary King bedroom.

Bedroom 1: Primary King has its own private entrance to the pool area , a double vanity full bath, gas fireplace and 50" Smart TV.

The living area is a great room has multiple sofas to hang out, a 55" Smart TV, game closets, and a pool table and bars to hang at. A door with access to the side covered patio is perfect for still hanging out when you have bad weather. The covered patio area can be used for your favorite games (read: beer pong and flip cup!)

Bedroom 2: Queen guest room with a jack-and- jill style full bath that connects with the kitchen area but can be private for the room if they lock door on their side. This room has a 50" Smart TV

Up the spiral staircase you'll find our additional guest rooms and baths.

A pass-through area has a Queen pullout sleeper that we provide bedding for.

Bedroom 3: Queen guestroom with ensuite full bath

Bedroom 4: Queen guestroom with ensuite full bath

Bedroom 5: 1 Queen and 2 Twins with ensuite full bath

We are happy to discuss your stay; don't hesitate to reach out with any questions!
We are here if you need us! There is a caretaker in the lower level apartment. You will never have your stay disrupted and you may see them come and go but they are ultimately there to make sure every guest has an amazing experience. Our pool, hot tub and lake require daily maintenance. They are uniquely qualified to help if there is an issue but otherwise will keep to their quarters which are very separate below the home.
15 Secluded acres. Neighbors own 20, 300 and 100 acres, but the property is just 1.9 miles off of the interstate.
The entire property except the basement apartment and the 3 car detached garage (storage area for grounds-keeping).
Private lake NOT shared by neighbors.

Micro and very small weddings only. perfect for rehearsal dinners.

New open kitchen with two dishwashers, twice the original size. The layout is designed to entertain! The flow and rooms have been opened and the huge kitchen acts as the hub of a 22 person dining room, redone living room with pool table and a family room overlooking overlooking the lake with space for the entire family.

Family friendly. The heated salt water pool over looking the lake is the center of your family or event needs. Brand new Gazebo (not yet pictured). All redone landscaping and hot tub.


The outdoor heated saltwater pool is open mid April through the end of October, possibly earlier or later depending on weather. The pool temperature is set at 80 degrees F. The temperature can be increased to 85 for an additional $100 weekend/$150 week. This request must be made in advance. The pool may be cooler in April and October depending on the season.

Owners quarters/Property Manager maintains separate basement apartment. Pool, hot-tub, outdoor spaces etc are private spaces of guests and will not be shared by owner or property manager

*Please bring your own pool towels and pool toys*
In the country but still close enough for a $15 to $25 Uber!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Events allowed: family gatherings

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1128565vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 18
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 Charlottesville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Shenandoah National Park and Biscuit Run State Park, while Ruby Canody Gallery and Culbreth Theatre are cultural highlights. Ready for a night out? Consider Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards and Mount Fair Vineyard.
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Charlottesville, VA

What's nearby

  • Ragged Branch Distillery - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Ablemarle CiderWorks & Vintage Virginia Apples - 9 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards - 10 min drive - 11.5 km
  • University of Virginia - 11 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Scott Stadium - 15 min drive - 15.4 km

Getting around

  • Charlottesville Station - 19 min drive
  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fiesta Azteca Tap House And Mexican Kitchen - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪King Family Vineyards - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Yellow Mug - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Dr. Ho's Humble Pie - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mudhouse - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Ivy Retreat | Heated Saltwater Pool & Hot Tub have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Ivy Retreat | Heated Saltwater Pool & Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ivy Retreat | Heated Saltwater Pool & Hot Tub?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ivy Retreat | Heated Saltwater Pool & Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ivy Retreat | Heated Saltwater Pool & Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ivy Retreat | Heated Saltwater Pool & Hot Tub located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Ragged Branch Distillery and within 9 miles (15 km) of University of Virginia and Starr Hill Brewery. Ablemarle CiderWorks & Vintage Virginia Apples and Albemarle CiderWorks are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 116 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a large family gathering or celebration. Activities available for all ages. Great fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Amazing house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow wow wow! Amazing time spending my bachelorette here! The house and grounds are BEAUTIFUL and has everything you need! So glad I spent the weekend here. Perfect for large groups and for bachelorette parties!!! We all loved it. Beds are super super comfy too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space lovely for a big group.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came to this property to celebrate our elopement with close family. It was spectacular. The property is beautiful, the house is well equipped and has great modern decor. The amenities make being indoors and outdoors so fun and entertaining. I would 10000000% return. The hosts were incredibly responsive and professional with any issues that arose
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, location
This is a lovely venue with many amenities for a large group. Our 9 adults and 9 children all enjoyed the pool, kayaking in the lake and hanging out in the well equipped kitchen and home. The adults loved the hot tub and pool combo in the evenings. The firepit was loved by all.The host was responsive to our needs, and we took advantage of hiring one of their recommended chefs for a special occasion in-home meal.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very pleased with our accommodations at Ivy Springs. It was perfect for a multigenerational group celebrating my daughter’s 40th birthday. We loved being close to the winery’s and visited as many as we could on Saturday and Sunday. In the meantime, we swam, kayaked, played games, relaxed in the hot tub and enjoyed each others company while also enjoying our beautiful setting.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was absolutely wonderful. The home was spotless, beautifully decorated and even more inviting than the photos. It was thoughtfully stocked with everything we needed, making it easy to settle in and relax. The location was perfect, offering both convenience and a peaceful setting. we highly recommend this property to anyone that has a large family. The lake was suitable for activities like kayaking, fishing, paddle boarding, or just relaxing, The host was gracious, responsive, and paid attention to every detail, making our stay effortless and enjoyable. We will definitely rent this beautiful home again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place. So so fully stocked and such a beautiful property. Our whole crew of kids and adults had a wonderful stay. Can’t say enough great things. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was perfect for the occasion despite the weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay - easy check in and arrival - everything was ready for us - Amazing stocked kitchen and grounds ! Wonderful setting to house my whole family for my daughters wedding! Beautiful grounds and so many things to do !! Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing and better than described
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful weekend

The house and grounds were perfect for a big family weekend. We would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Was the perfect place to stay and enjoy the pool/bbq with friends. The fire pit by the pond was great for a hangout spot after dark. Great property would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is spacious and well appointed and so fun and interesting! We enjoyed exploring the design and appreciated all the extra touches for the season - especially the Christmas tree! The grounds were the highlight for much of our crew. The kayaks on the lake were so fun, as well as the fire pit area, basketball court, and large covered patio. Overall, a gorgeous, very clean yet comfortable home!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

A great place to vacation with friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2023
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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely!

We had a great time and Becky was great to communicate with!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay. The property was unique and so much fun! There's lots to do and plenty of space to do it! The house has all the amenities you could ask for so you aren't missing things from home while you stay there and the pool and hot tub were definitely exactly what we were looking for. We only had a couple very minor issues during our stay and the team was more than helpful in getting them resolved ASAP and were so hopeful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well appointed Charlottesville property

Very enjoyable short stay with family friends at this well appointed property. All the appliances and amenities your large group could need. Pool, basketball court and lake were big hits with our teens.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Great House for a big group of people!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great family gathering

This is our second time renting this property for a family gathering. We enjoy staying at it so much. It is a great home and we all love it. We will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host contact responded in a very timely manner each and every time to questions prior to and during our stay. It was great communication. There were some questions about cleanliness of hot tub but these were addressed and we were able to use it without any issues or further concerns. The host rep had prepared us for some sand on the bottom of the pool but there was none as far as we could tell. Everything was available for outdoor activities as stated in the details. This was a large family gathering and we were able to comfortably sleep everyone even with our specific family groupings and needs. Some suggestions for the kitchen area. It was adequately stocked with everything except cone coffee filters for one of the coffee pots. We cooked all meals there. Adequate kitchen set up, but all the women family members suggested some labels on the cabinet doors so there did not need to be lengthy seek and search missions for things. Thank you to the host and cleaning crew team members for their flexibility.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New Years Famliy Wine Trip

The house and property are spectacular. We have stayed in many homes, in many locations and this one did not disappoint! The house was clean, well appointed and accurately described. The property is beautiful…even in the winter. We were concerned about having the house manager living on site, but as described, it was absolutely not a problem.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family stay

Beautiful grounds including lake, fire pits, kayaks, and basketball hoops. Had deers in evening and saw many bluebirds, herons, and even a black bear on the road a few miles away. Great pool, and hot tub. New gazebo is a great addition that you can sit in after it is dark outside and gives you shade poolside during hot days. Nice kitchen and large dining room. Enjoyed by everyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great spot for large group

This property was the perfect spot for what we needed. My children and grandchildren, and I stayed there for two nights while we were in Charlottesville for my father’s funeral. The only drawback was that the pool is not heated and it was the first week of May, which, according to the description it should have been. Everything else about the beautiful property was great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Becky Seager

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Why they chose this property

Every guest that has booked for two days states that they wish they booked longer. We have tried to renovate the inside for the correct "flow". More space than you'll need for a big family, but a design that lends itself to breaking off into smaller conversations in the many "nooks". It starts with how each of the three main rooms flow from the kitchen. Rain or shine, young or old, you will not need to leave the property for entertainment. However, Charlottesville offers so many outdoor options, you have to try at least a few of them!

What makes this property unique

3 Acre Private Lake - the outdoors are amazing
Heated Salt Water Pool and hot tub
22 person dining room with 2 dishwashers

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