Private Country Retreat with Swimming Pool

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Cottage with in steps of swimming pool and poolside lounge

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 684 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Pet-friendly

Hot tub

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Charles City, VA

College of William and Mary31 min drive
Jamestown Settlement33 min drive
Williamsburg Premium Outlets36 min drive
Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)54 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2, northern exposure

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3, southern exposure

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

PERFECT COUNTRY RETREAT
Whether you are looking for a private retreat or romantic getaway, Holly Hill is awaiting your arrival. Relax on the secluded grounds of this historical private country estate in Charles City County. Holly Hill is a three bedroom, two bath guest cottage with full kitchen and an open den nestled on the grounds of Cary Hill circa 1741. All basic amenities apply. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of the life in the country with the added pleasure of pool privileges (open May through September or as long as weather permits).

** We are excited to offer our guests free WiFi, although the wifi is NOT suitable for video streaming. You are in the country....and WiFi is great for checking emails, light duty correspondence. The WiFi is measured service and if you use all the data, it just slooooooooooows down until the next billing cycle.

Our pool house, the Folly, is available for an additional rental $300 per visit, (including cleaning fee. For the Folly, this charge is for your VISIT, NOT PER DAY). The Folly is available for use between 8am and 10pm daily. The Folly offers a large sectional sofa, TV with Direct TV, dvd's, pool toys, games, etc., which you are welcome to use at your discretion. The furniture in the Folly is not compatible with wet bathing suits and we request appropriate consideration is made when using the furniture after swimming. Please note that we request a quiet time of 10pm for the pool and the pool house and overnight accommodations are not available in the pool house (Folly).

Property manager

Steve Rula, Owner

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Approved family pet members have an added fee.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Use of pool house is only with advance permission and payment of $250.00, which also covers the cleaning of the pool house.

Require proof of age (25 years minimum) of primary renter prior to arrival through supplying government ID to property owner.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Charles City

Located in Charles City, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Jamestown Settlement and Historic Jamestowne are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Williamsburg Premium Outlets. Travelling with kids? Consider Williamsburg Botanical Garden, or check out an event or a game at Kaplan Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Charles City, VA

What's nearby

College of William and Mary - 31 min drive
Jamestown Settlement - 33 min drive
Ford's Colony at Williamsburg - 33 min drive
Williamsburg Premium Outlets - 36 min drive
Busch Gardens Williamsburg - 40 min drive

Getting around

Williamsburg Transportation Center - 36 min drive
Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

Two Drummers BBQ - 44 min drive
The Angler - 39 min drive
Blue Heron Restaurant - 9 min drive
Woodie's Riverhouse - 53 min drive
Charles City Dairy Freeze - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Country Retreat with Swimming Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Country Retreat with Swimming Pool ?

As of 23 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Country Retreat with Swimming Pool on 23 May 2024 start from AU$913.30, 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.

Is Private Country Retreat with Swimming Pool pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Country Retreat with Swimming Pool ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Country Retreat with Swimming Pool ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Country Retreat with Swimming Pool located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from Piney Grove at Southalls Plantation and 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from Sherwood Forest Plantation. Williamsburg National Golf Club and Greensprings Greenway Interpretative Trail are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Patricia B.

19 Jan 2024

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

Away in the Country

Our stay was low-key and fun, however, did not realize how far in the country the cottage was (~10 miles from grocery, gas). Hearing hunting shotguns go off from early morning to evening was a bit unsettling. The locals drive in the country on curving roads at least 20 MPH above the speed limit, this was quite scary for those not local to the area. The cottage was charming and our dog enjoyed the small fenced enclosure leading up to the Cottage's front door. Lady bugs were in for the winter and prevalent upstairs by the windows and hall light. Maybe find ways to prevent the ladybugs from coming inside. Did not want to kill this beneficial insect but their presence inside in multitudes left one sleeping upstairs with their eyes open. The woods are beautiful behind the cottage but across the street are cotton fields with huge machinery parked. Overall, the cottage certainly had charm and was a fun, quiet place to ring in the New Year.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie L.

26 Dec 2023

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

Xmas Oasis

This property is about 25 mins from williamsburg which was an oasis in a wonderfully chaotic christmas visit to mom/sibs in w'burg. Peaceful country charm. Solitude and sunrises. Easily accomodated 5 adults and 2 dogs. Kitchen came in handy for cooking my portion of xmas dinner. Steve is a wonderful host and has very thoughtfully made a comfortable home away from home. Having a fenced yard for the dogs is so helpful. They got to run around in safety. This is our second xmas at Holly Hill. The best!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia G.

1 Oct 2023

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

Beautiful location

The house is nice. Entry and stay instructions were very clear and easy to understand. Kitchen was well equipped and provided linens and towels were nice. Living room was comfortable and setting was bucolic.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

kelly k.

19 Aug 2023

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

Perfect

This house was fantastic. The salt water pool was a dream. We spent every free moment in it! Steve was so nice and helpful when we needed. Highly recommend!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

13 Aug 2023

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

Delightful and peaceful country getaway!

What an absolute gem Steve’s property is! My family loved staying at Holly Hill for our family vacation. The gorgeous salt water pool is surrounded by beautiful trees and is gated for safety. We loved grilling on the deck, relaxing on the bench swing in the yard, and lounging on the reclining couches in the living room at night. We enjoyed venturing out to Busch Gardens, Colonial Williamsburg, and a great playground all within 20-35min from the house. Steve was immediately responsive to anything we needed during our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Steve Rula, Owner

Steve, the owner, began coming to Cary Hill 1741 about 23 years ago. He undertook a renovation of the manor home (Cary Hill), the guest cottage (Holly Hill) and the pool house (the Folly), which took about 12 years of dedication and skill. The renovation of the property was done with the desire to hold events (weddings and corporate events) and house travellers and visitors who wanted to enjoy the cottage, Holly Hill.

Why they chose this property

Surrounded by 5,500 acres of the Wildlife Management, the property provides privacy and seclusion, and yet a great proximity to historic sites and communities, as well as colleges, sports/recreation destinations and a myriad of cultural and educational and outright fun things to visit and experience.

What makes this property unique

Close to the Chicahominy River (and boat landing), Jamestown, Williamsburg, William and Mary College, Busch Gardens, Water Country, allllllll kinds of dining and shopping in Williamsburg...VA Beach is about 90 minutes, Richmond is about 50 minutes...