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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7153.3 sq m
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Afton, VA
Veritas Vineyard and Winery
Place, Veritas Vineyard and Winery
8 min walk
Blue Ridge Parkway North Entrance
Place, Blue Ridge Parkway North Entrance
3 min drive
University of Virginia
Place, University of Virginia
20 min drive
Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
36 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area
About this property
The Branch at Afton Mountain Retreat
Welcome to The Branch at Afton Mountain Retreat in the heart of Brewery Trail/Route 151, Vineyard country and the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Located 1/8th mile from Veritas Vineyard. It is within 10 minutes to every brewery, vineyard, distillery and cidery along Route 151 & Crozet, 1 mile from the newly opened Blue Ridge Tunnel and 20 minutes to Wintergreen Resort for winter fun! Completely remodeled and ready to spoil the best guests who simply want to unwind.
Hi there! My husband, Damond and I built our forever home on one acre in the lovely town of Crozet! We met while attending the University of Virginia and we got married and lived in Charlottesville after graduating. We love Charlottesville but just needed more space for our kids to run so we built our home in Crozet. We spend a lot of time in the nearby area of Afton along Route 151 going on hikes, visiting the local breweries and vineyards - all the things we recommend to our guests to do! We not only own the spaces that we rent out to our amazing guests but we spend time in those spaces as a family. I am a Realtor at Nest Realty and being a super host has been an avenue of real estate that I enjoy. We built and remodeled our properties and take a lot of pride in them to attract our guests to our little slice of heaven in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
The area is rural with homes spaced out on 2-10 acres. Most homes are lived in by the owners so please be respectful of noise as they live here full time. Veritas Vineyard is 200 meters down the road and Afton Mountain Vineyard is about 1 mile away. They are located among residential homes all on larger parcels of land. The neighbors behind us own cattle that sometimes graze along the wire fence in the back yard.
There is a very large U shaped driveway with plenty of off street parking for every guest if they drive themselves. It can easily accommodate very large vehicles with no issues.
The Branch has all one level living for bedroom and living space access. The main level of the house has a primary bedroom (Queen) with attached ensuite (full bathroom). The closet has been remodeled into a "getting ready" space in the bathroom. There is a 2nd full bathroom off the hallway with two additional bedrooms. Bedroom 2 (Queen) and Bedroom 3 (Queen and Twin). There are several outdoor retreats from the covered front porch that faces East to watch the sunrise, the rear covered porch facing west to watch the sunset while grilling dinner. The screened porch is right off of the kitchen and has a wood burning fireplace in it. Downstairs, the basement we like to call the TEEN/TODDLER hangout! Completed with a large sectional sofa, 2nd TV, air hockey table, game table and chess/checkers table. There's also a corner of the basement with soft flooring and dress-up / toys for the kids to enjoy. A full size Washer/Dryer and 2nd refrigerator are also in the basement.
There is a large U Shaped driveway that can accommodate vehicles if every guest were to drive as well as a large tour bus if you decide to hire vehicle transportation during your stay. If you are touring vineyards and breweries, many guests will contact local transportation companies that specialize in these tours and pickup/drop off from The Branch.
If you are looking to host a larger gathering for guests to stay, check out our sister property just 1/4 mile up the road - The Bungalow at Afton Mountain Retreat (sleeps 7).
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-No pets allowed unless approved by the owners in advance with the pet fee - non-shedding / hypoallergenic dogs (2 max) only.
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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
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
Property Registration Number 1541
About the area
Afton
Afton is home to this holiday home. Veritas Vineyard and Winery and Afton Mountain Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shenandoah National Park and Rockfish Gap Entrance Shenandoah. Consider Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards for a night out or War Fields if you're travelling with kids.
Blue Ridge Parkway North Entrance - 3 min drive - 5.5 km
University of Virginia - 20 min drive - 40.8 km
Monticello - 27 min drive - 49.1 km
James Madison University - 39 min drive - 78.9 km
Getting around
Staunton Station - 26 min drive
Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
Basic City Beer Co. - 9 min drive
The Estate Of Captain G Wilson - 10 min drive
Happ Coffee Roasters - 9 min drive
Tailgate Grill - 11 min drive
New Ming Garden Buffet and Grill - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Branch at Afton Mountain Retreat pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at The Branch at Afton Mountain Retreat?
As of 28 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Branch at Afton Mountain Retreat on 6 July 2026 start from AU$510, including 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 for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at The Branch at Afton Mountain Retreat?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Branch at Afton Mountain Retreat?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Branch at Afton Mountain Retreat?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Branch at Afton Mountain Retreat located?
This family-friendly Afton holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Veritas Vineyard and Winery, Afton Mountain Vineyards and Crozet Tunnel. Valley Road Vineyards is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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We loved our 2 night stay at this absolutely perfect property ! The place was decorated so tastefully and was immaculate and clean. Beds were super comfortable and bathrooms were modern and updated. The shower had great water pressure and we especially enjoyed having our morning coffee on the lovely screened in porch. Perfect location for wineries and breweries and a short drive to Charlottesville/UVA. We will definitely return and highly recommend!
What a lovely home, thoughtfully decorated and fantastic location! We found the communication with the owners was super great, check in and check out were seamless. The fireplace on the outside porch was a very nice treat! The home has everything you need from lush bath towels, ample cookware, etc. the downstairs was a great play room for kids, with an air hockey table. We will definitely be back as we enjoy the wine and brewery area this home is so close to.
Would recommend this lovely house for a weekend getaway or longer stay!
Meghan M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Julie H.
12 Nov 2025
Great house with a few gathering spots
The house was wonderful—beautifully decorated with a warm, welcoming, and comfortable feel throughout. The screened-in porch was a highlight, complete with a cozy couch, a dining table, and a fireplace overlooking a lovely view. Inside, the spacious basement offered plenty of room to relax, play games, and enjoy the TV. Overall, it’s a perfect spot for a quick and relaxing getaway to the Afton Mountain area!
Clean, well-appointed, and a fabulous location! Dawn and Damond were communicative and timely, and we had everything we needed and more. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
We really enjoyed our stay in Afton. The home was beautifully decorated, clean, and comfortable. It was perfect for our family weekend get-away. We are looking forward to staying again in the future!
We spent a weekend here and very much enjoyed the house. It is well equipped, clean and located close to local wineries and breweries. We enjoyed hiking on the Blue Ridge on a beautiful Fall day.
The house fit our needs wonderfully. We did not spend much time at the house as we had a family event for the weekend, but the house could very easily support an entertaining family weekend away.
Great location and well decorated. Definitely recommend it!
Samm G.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2023
Thank you Samuel! We appreciate hosting you as our guest!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Michelle
29 May 2025
Excellent Relaxing Stay
This was our 3rd trip to The Branch at Afton Mountain. We love this home because it is close to many wineries and breweries, but also very kid friendly. Our daughter did not want to leave she was having so much fun in the basement. Dawn and Damond are very responsive hosts. We can’t wait to return!
Such a pretty house in a beautiful setting across the road from Veritas Winery. We enjoyed our weekend exploring Afton and Charlottesville. This house was perfect. Very nicely decorated, comfortable beds and great location.
Our stay at this property was so enjoyable. The house is attractively furnished with anything you could possibly need for a great stay and is immaculate. Location is also a plus. We would definitely stay at this property again when we visit this area as it provides easy access to Blue Ridge Parkway and Shenandoah National Park.
Looks fresh inside and out, very well outfitted with everything you need. Very thoughtfully done with families with kids in mind. Plenty of glassware, towels, and the basics so no need to go shopping. Nice tips in advance of the stay as well. Will definitely stay here again.
The property was great. It was so close to wineries and breweries. Dawn was very responsive and helpful in figuring out the lay of the land for our group.
This property is beautiful, well-located, and most importantly (for me), very clean! So tastefully decorated with fun touches for the kids like a porch swing and air hockey table in the basement. We enjoyed our stay and hope to come back soon. It was the perfect spot to visit wineries (and a polo match), head into Charlottesville, and go apple picking.
This is a wonderful property that made our weekend so enjoyable. The house was beautiful. The owners furnished and decorated it beautifully. They thought of every detail. It is obvious that they put a lot of love into it. Location was wonderful. Highly recommend!
Jessica C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
About the host
Hosted by Dawn and Damond Cromer
Hi there! My husband, Damond and I built our forever home on one acre in the lovely town of Crozet! We met while attending the University of Virginia and we got married and lived in Charlottesville after graduating. We love Charlottesville but just needed more space for our kids to run so we built our home in Crozet. We spend a lot of time in the nearby area of Afton along Route 151 going on hikes, visiting the local breweries and vineyards - all the things we recommend to our guests to do! We not only own the spaces that we rent out to our amazing guests but we spend time in those spaces as a family. I am a Realtor at Nest Realty and being a super host has been an avenue of real estate that I enjoy. We built and remodeled our properties and take a lot of pride in them to attract our guests to our little slice of heaven in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Why they chose this property
This property combines so much indoor and outdoor living spaces to relax and take in the feeling of having a home away from home. It provides ample spaces for everyone to do what they want to do and feel like it is just as much their trip to unwind and have fun. The two living spaces between the family room upstairs and the rec room downstairs provide a separation to spread out when you have varying age levels in your group or just the versatility to do different things whether all together or separate.
Languages:
English
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