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Historic Charm with a Modern Twist at Grelen's Spotswood Lodge in Central VA

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A two-story house with a large porch, surrounded by a pond and trees.
A dining table set with plates, cutlery, and decorative items.
A house with a patio area, a round mirror, and a small garden.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden island, and a checkered floor.
A two-story house with a front porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
8 bedrooms7+ bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Gordonsville, VA
  • Place, Graves Fine Art Gallery
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Civil War Museum At The Exchange Hotel
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Rapidan River
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom #3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom #4

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #5

3 Single Beds

Bedroom #6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #7

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #8

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Master Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

7 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full Bath #3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Full Bath #4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Full Bath #5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Full Bath #6

Toilet · Shower only

Full Bath #7

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath #1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath #2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Powder Room

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Historic Charm with a Modern Twist at Grelen's Spotswood Lodge in Central VA

Located on an 11-acre farm with a natural pond in the midst of Central Virginia’s wine country, Spotswood Lodge (circa 1788) is a sanctuary for all who visit. Originally a farmhouse, Spotswood Lodge is filled with rustic charm & elegance. This expansive property is convenient to the historic towns of Orange, Gordonsville, Barboursville & Charlottesville. Enjoy exclusive private access to this beautiful property by renting Spotswood Lodge (sleeps 12) and the accompanying Cottage (sleeps 8). Positioned conveniently between the adorable historic towns of Orange, Gordonsville and Barboursville, the Cottage at Spotswood Lodge is the ideal location to make the most of your vacation. Central Virginia has so much to offer visitors: James Madison’s Montpelier, Barboursville & Early Mountain Vineyards, Shenandoah National Park, Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello and the University of Virginia. In addition, there are a surprising number of adorable shops and quality restaurants in the Main Street Towns of Orange & Gordonsville (within 10-20 minutes of the Cottage at Spotswood) and The Market at Grelen’s European Style Garden Shop & Cafe, six miles of free walking trails and pick-your-own farm are divine and not to be missed! IMPORTANT: The booking will be confirmed after we receive an e-signature on The Spotswood Lodge Housing Contract, via email. FOR WEDDINGS/EVENTS PLEASE VISIT OUR SPOTSWOOD LODGE WEBSITE AND SUBMIT AN INQUIRY THROUGH THERE. PETS: Pets (dogs only) are allowed with written permission and an extra fee of $200/per pet.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
House not baby proofed and pond in the front. Adul
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Events

Events allowed
With additional fees
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
$200/pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guest must sign Renter Agreement. Security deposit required of $1,000. Minimum age to rent is 26. NO Parties. NO Smoking.
Cancellation fee of $100 required.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 698125vb
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 are allowed on site
Note from host: With additional fees
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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Gordonsville

Located in Gordonsville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. James Madison's Montpelier and Barboursville Ruins are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Horton Vineyards and Honah Lee Vineyard. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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Gordonsville, VA

What's nearby

  • Graves Fine Art Gallery - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Civil War Museum At The Exchange Hotel - 5 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Rapidan River - 5 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Horton Vineyards - 9 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Honah Lee Vineyard - 10 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Charlottesville Station - 37 min drive
  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Patch Brewing Co. - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gordonsville Ice House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪BBQ Exchange - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Exchange Cafe - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Charm with a Modern Twist at Grelen's Spotswood Lodge in Central VA pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Charm with a Modern Twist at Grelen's Spotswood Lodge in Central VA?

As of 9 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Charm with a Modern Twist at Grelen's Spotswood Lodge in Central VA on 1 Dec 2026 start from AU$2,765, 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 Historic Charm with a Modern Twist at Grelen's Spotswood Lodge in Central VA?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Charm with a Modern Twist at Grelen's Spotswood Lodge in Central VA?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Charm with a Modern Twist at Grelen's Spotswood Lodge in Central VA?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Charm with a Modern Twist at Grelen's Spotswood Lodge in Central VA located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Graves Fine Art Gallery, Rapidan River and Barboursville Gift Gallery. James Madison's Montpelier and Horton Vineyards are also within 9 miles (15 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. 28 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rented this large property for family as we were attending a wedding near by. Property was very large and spacious for family to spread out. It was nice having a separate cottage if someone wanted more privacy. Sadly it was a rainy weekend so we couldn't enjoy the outdoor space. Location was great - close to Charlottesville. It was great getting email notifying us how to check into property. Would love to try again with better weather so we can enjoy more of the property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family

This is a beautiful property! The grounds are large enough for all ages to be outside and explore or play games. Inside, there are plenty of living and sleeping spaces so everyone is not on top of one another! We stayed in and cooked all our meals, just enjoying each other's company. If I could change one thing, it would have been to have a second oven! We had adults from 28-65 and children 18 months to 8 years old and hope to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic for family reunion

We gathered from PA, Ohio, NC - especially loved the space for dinner (grill, kitchen set up well). Signage helps as it well lite for nighttime navigation. Having additional space in cottage worked well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

UVA graduation

Beautiful home and property that is perfect to host a large family. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Girls trip

Great huge house for a relaxing girls tripb
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Storybook Setting!

We stayed with friends and family for the Montpelier Hunt races. Perfect location for easy access to the races. Perfect size to accommodate all of us- the beds were actually so comfortable that I slept until 10:30 the first morning there!!!!!!! We really enjoyed having our coffee in the sunny morning room. Easy to get what you need from either Orange or Gordonsville.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Countryside Farm House

This property is absolutely stunning, nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, minutes outside of Gordonsville, in the middle of wine and horse country. Old farmhouse and cottage with tons of character. Perfect venue for a weekend with friends and family! Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Graduation weekend

This was a great place to stay for UVA graduation weekend. It was great to come back to the house and have a family bbq.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2023
Thank you so much Marybeth! We loved hosting you and would love to have you back anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous property, awesome owner

My husband and I wanted a long weekend with friends since we’ve been pregnant for 2 years (2 babies back to back) and this house was the best of both worlds ! Tons of space to hang at the house, and just a short drive to all things VA. The house is absolutely beautiful. Beds are fantastic. Yes, there are a ton of lady bugs and that was a con, BUT it’s to be expected in an older home in the country. We did have to constantly remove them from the bedrooms and bathrooms several times a day, as there were a ton 24/7. But again, we get it ! Owner was so sweet and so easy to get in touch with. The heat wasn’t working when we first got there and she came over right away and fixed it. We cannot wait to bring the rest of our family to this property in the near future.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Comforting space

This property was perfect for our family of 18 to stay. Each person had their space as the family gathered to celebrate the life of their father. Enough space and bathrooms for all family units to have their own space. The grounds are beautiful and the living spaces are well furnished.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great stay

this was a great venue for our Thanksgiving holiday with family
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

excellent

Everything was as we expected and wanted. We were having a family reunion in Louisa so it was a little bit further away than we thought, but worked out fine
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Location and accomodations

The property was perfect for our management retreat. Very clean and comfortable setting.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely

We had a lovely time. The house is very big and accommodated all 10 of us with several rooms still empty. The hosts were extremely responsive and quick to support our needs, excellent service really.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great for a small weekend gathering

We hosted my 40th birthday at the property and it was great. We only had a few minor snafus - invasion of ladybugs and the WIFI is pretty spotty. Other than that, the home is so charming and the perfect place to host an intimate gathering for a few friends and family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful spacious property

Beautiful property! The house was very spacious and had enough room for 20 adults to sleep comfortably. It was a very nice getaway from the city. Tess and her staff were easily reachable. It was very cold on the first floor of the main house despite turning the heat on but we all just bundled up!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful spacious home

Spacious and beautifully decorated home surrounded by a lovely property. Lots of room to spread out or lovely areas to congregate.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property

The house and grounds were stunning. Plenty of Space for our family of 14 to be together yet have some space - and take some amazing family pictures. Also super close to the vineyards and Charlottesville.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birthday Weekend

Wonderful property for a wonderful weekend celebrating a 30th birthday with 18 friends. Plenty of beds and space to spend time together!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful weekend!

Celebrated our parent’s 50th wedding anniversary! The house was just as quaint ans beautiful as could be! Received a surprise snow fall which made everything picturesque! Plenty of places to socialize and kids were forced to “unplug” and make their own fun. A little cool in some of the rooms, but plenty of blankets. We cooked some amazing meals and had everything we needed. Would love to come back in warmer weather!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Trip to Gordonsville

This house comfortably fit our group of 15. Plenty of space in the main house and we really appreciated the large number of bathrooms. The house is also beautifully decorated! We definitely plan to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful retreat for our large family

Our extended family of 20 people enjoyed Thanksgiving week at Spotswood Lodge. The expansive first floor offered plenty of space to spread out, and the cottage next store provided a quiet retreat from the bustle. Some of the room configurations could be interesting (like the two-twin bedroom that could only be reached by going through the three-twin bedroom), but the mattresses were of great quality and there were plenty of bathrooms. The grounds were interesting, though unseasonably cold weather kept us mostly inside. We enjoyed easy access to sites like James Madison's Montpelier estate, marked historic walking trails (such as the Battle of the WIlderness Civil War battlefield), and quick trips into Gordonsville. Charlottesville was just 25 minutes away. Complaints? Not many. The WiFi was dodgy, despite the owner's several valiant attempts to fix it. And because cell reception there is almost non-existent, it could be tough sledding if you have work to do (like I did!). Thankfully, I found I could get mobile data on Verizon if I sat on the right side of the bed in the cottage loft--just enough to get by! Would I recommend? Absolutely. I was especially impressed at how responsive the owner was when we called with questions or problems--even right before Thanksgiving day.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Loved everything!

Excellent property and beautiful scenery! Perfect for our large family!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Thank you Coleen! I'm so glad you all enjoyed the property and your time in Orange, VA. We hope that you all come back and visit again soon! ~Emmie The Market at Grelen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect for our leadership team retreat!

The Farm House & Cottage were the perfect places for our 3.5 day leadership team retreat! We were able to work, bond, plan for a busy year, and relax. The property was beautiful and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Nichole Madison

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Leslie & Dan Gregg, the owners and founders of Grelen Nursery and the Market at Grelen, have spent years purchasing and restoring properties in Central Virginia. They are passionate about the area and creating "experiences" for those visiting Orange County.
The Market at Grelen Events & Properties Team manages Spotswood Lodge. Spotswood Lodge was completely gutted and renovated in 2014 and the grounds were re-landscaped. Everyone involved in this project love helping people enjoy the area. There is so much to do in Orange County and the surrounding counties and we are happy to help you plan a fun weekend and/or week in the area! Please let us know if you'd like help with your itinerary.

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