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1930's house in Lewisburg's Historical District - The Verdie May House

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Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Lewisburg Historic District
  • Place, Greenbrier Valley Theatre
  • Place, West Virginia State Fair Fairgrounds
  • Airport, Lewisburg, WV (LWB-Greenbrier Valley)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

1930's house in Lewisburg's Historical District - The Verdie May House

Location, location, location! The 'Verdie May House' is an adorable 1930's cottage located in the heart of Lewisburg's Historical District - only a short 5 minute stroll to restaurants, cafes and shopping. Enjoy exploring the historical sites or relaxing on the spacious porch with a cool drink. This newly renovated home is the perfect place to enjoy Lewisburg!

This cosy 1930's cottage offers the opportunity to step back in time and immerse yourself in Lewisburg's roaring 30's (but with modern comforts!). This freshly renovated cottage has an amazing history - it was home to several local identities (including Eileen Kramer, an Australian National Treasure dancer and acclaimed local furniture maker Ozzi May and his wife, Verdie). The cottage is our favorite place for hanging out with family and friends - particularly as we can walk everywhere (and leave the car at home)!. We love using the cottage as a base for exploring Lewisburg and know you will too! It's the perfect 'home away from home'!
The house is small (great for 1-4 people) and has a spacious, well equipped kitchen (with new appliances), comfortable living area, study area with large desk, two comfortable bedrooms (with luxury linens) , separate laundry, a cute upstairs bathroom (with a clawfoot bathtub) and wonderful new large downstairs bathroom (featuring plush towels). .
Original artwork and crafts by local artists, (including my Dad, Ronald Refsland), is found throughout the house.
The large covered porch is perfect for relaxing anytime of the day (even when it rains), people watching or for outdoor dining. You will enjoy views of Old Stone Church and the cemetery (directly across the street), Carnegie Hall and other historical sites. We have beautiful and comfortable outdoor furniture, including an antique iron outdoor dining table.

The large patio (using original stone and local river rocks custom designed by a local artisan) behind the house is a more private space - with the original outdoor fireplace available for BBQ's or making s'mores.
The large front yard is perfect for playing a friendly (or competitive!) game of Molkky or croquet (we have the games for you),

The queen bed and two twin beds have brand new quality mattresses with quality linens and duvets and fluffy pillows. The towels are 100% cotton. We are particular about dust and cleanliness as our daughter has allergies.
The city water is perfect drinking water.


The Verdie May Cottage is the perfect 'home away from home' to enjoy your stay in Lewisburg! Come and enjoy!
This property is non-smoking and isn't suitable for anyone with mobility challenges.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Suitable for children who are safe around stairs
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
My daughter is allergic to fur
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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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lewisburg

Located in Lewisburg, this cottage is in the city centre. Lewisburg Elks Country Club and Smooth Ambler Spirits are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lost World Caverns and Organ Cave. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at West Virginia State Fair Fairgrounds or Tennis Center at The Greenbrier. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking, cycling and hunting nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Lewisburg Historic District - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Greenbrier Valley Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Greenbrier County Courthouse - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • West Virginia State Fair Fairgrounds - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Lost World Caverns - 4 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • White Sulphur Springs Station - 14 min drive
  • Lewisburg, WV (LWB-Greenbrier Valley) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Long John Silver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fujiyama - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1930's house in Lewisburg's Historical District - The Verdie May House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 1930's house in Lewisburg's Historical District - The Verdie May House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 1930's house in Lewisburg's Historical District - The Verdie May House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1930's house in Lewisburg's Historical District - The Verdie May House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1930's house in Lewisburg's Historical District - The Verdie May House located?

Located in the heart of Lewisburg, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Old Stone Presbyterian Church, Lewisburg Historic District and Greenbrier Valley Theatre. Greenbrier County Courthouse and North House Museum are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 129 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 129 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kelly j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house in a perfect location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
there was good communication with the host
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitch G.

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

Excellent location!

Great way to access DT lewisburg and very walkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

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

Sweet little cottage with all the comforts of home.

This sweet little cottage is in one word, perfect. It is centrally located so you can walk to all the stores and restaurants but is still in a peaceful neighborhood. .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

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

Cute little house in perfect location

Loved everything about the house. Well equipped, great location and perfect for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don F.

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

Lewisburg Get Together

I met two old friends from Atlanta and Canton in Lewisburg so that we could spend a couple of days motorcycling in the Virginia and West Virginia mountains. The home was prefect for our needs as we wanted something in a great riding area and also within walking distance of great restaurants and shops during the evenings. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody M.

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

Cute tiny home close to everything

Great weather allowed us to enjoy the beautiful yard and porch. This extra area gave spaciousness to this tiny home. Smartly decorated with undersized furniture, the home is perfect for a singleton or couple. We had many events to attend over the weekend, so the extra bedroom was perfect as a dressing room. This home was very comfortable and only a few blocks from town, so restaurants and shopping are close by. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walt M., ELLIJAY

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

Beautiful cottage

Excellent location to walk the town of Lewisburg. Also, short drive to Greenbrier River and Greenbrier State Forest and other outdoor activities. This is a beautiful well kept cottage with an inviting porch to enjoy. Overall, an enjoyable and perfect lodging experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan A.

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

Lewisburg

Easy walking distance to the downtown, a number of restaurants close by and everything was reasonably priced. The host at the Smooth Ambler Distillery was very helpful and informative plus the bourbon was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerri F.

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

Cozy cottage

We went to Lewisburg for the annual chocolate festival. After a couple of hours walking the streets (and eating chocolate) it was nice to have a warm bath and soft bed to collapse into. The rental is about 2 blocks to the main streets of the quaint little town.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie G., Salem VA, USA

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

Another Great Trip To Lewisburg

We had a wonderful weekend in Lewisburg and at this lovely home. It was our second stay and we hope to stay here each time we go to Lewisburg. The home is lovely and has well-appointed; comfortable and homey. It also has an amazing covered wrap around porch which is where we spent a lot of time. It was so refreshing and relaxing. We could not have been happier. The house is in a lovely neighborhood at the edge of downtown and is an easy walk to all the downtown restaurants and shopping. Can't wait to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marie G.

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

Another Super Visit

We enjoyed another great stay at the Verdie May house. We simply love this home, the neighborhood and the Lewisburg area. The house truly feels like home and is a nice mixture of older home charm and modern amenities. It has everything we need for a visit to the area. The porch is AMAZING and we spend a lot of time enjoying it. The house is in easy walking distance to all the great restaurants and shops in Lewisburg and sits just on the edge of downtown in a quiet, easily walkable neighborhood. We have already booked our next visit. Can't wait!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn N.

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

Perfect

The cottage was perfect for our stay to visit the State Fair. The size was just right and the porch was fun! Easy to find and easy to communicate with the owner. The only thing we didn’t like was that the upstairs bathroom door had slits in it like window shutters. We were only comfortable using that bathroom if everyone was downstairs. Lol we ended up propping a towel up over it for privacy. Everything else was gorgeous! The beds are comfortable and we would have happily stayed longer. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Carolyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is amazing! Walkable to restaurants and shops!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed another great stay at the Verdie May house this weekend. This is our go-to place anytime we go to Lewisburg. The house is perfect for us and is in an ideal location adjacent to downtown. It’s perfect for walking to the downtown restaurants and shops, which are so nice. The beautiful wrap around porch cannot be beat! We spend lots of time out there. I highly recommend the house for anyone looking for a great place to call home while visiting the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and i and another couple had a great stay in Lewisburg at this cute cottage. The porch space is the highlight and we enjoyed coffee in the morning and unwinding at night out there. The downstairs bathroom and shower are amazing! The best part was the location. We walked to 4 different awesome restaurants, all within 3 to 4 blocks, as well as all the downtown shops. Elinor was great with communication and made the stay very enjoyable! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pure perfection and ideal location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil K.

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

Bike camp base

Great riding just outside our door and a perfect place to relax afterwards. Non-riders found plenty to explore in town and great restaurants were enjoyed by all.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Becky D.

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

3day concert

We enjoyed our stay. It was a great house and very close to the fairgrounds. Would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Girls trip

Cottage was so cute. Well appointed. Quality linens, super thick towels, heavy cutlery .Very close to everything Loved the porch. Be sure to order breakfast. It was terrific.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesly M.

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

Great Birthday Trip

This cottage is lovely and full of unique details. The location is perfect for a quick walk almost anywhere downtown and the host is lovely and easy to reach if needed. Will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don&Barb B.

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

Motorcycle trip in Lewisburg, WV

Adorable place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie D.

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

Darling little home

We had a lovely weekend at the Verdie May House. It's a tiny place, but full of charm. As long as you know you're staying at a small historic house, you shouldn't be surprised by the creaky floors, steep stairs and ability to hear each other in separate rooms - all part of the experience! Location was perfect - very easy walk to all the fun shops and restaurants of Lewisburg. It was clean and hosts communicated well. The decor/atmosphere felt like a trip to grandma's house, but with modern amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy L.

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

Adorable Cottage

Thank you for allowing us to enjoy the lovely cottage again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Close to everything in downtown

This was a great location, we easily walked all of downtown and enjoyed the local businesses.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Elinor Buys

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I am a Lewisburg native (my family have lived in Lewisburg and Greenbrier County for generations). I went to Greenbrier East High School and graduated from West Virginia University. I married an Australian and moved to Brisbane, Queensland many years ago. We have two daughters and I am a Professor at Australian Catholic University.

Why they chose this property

As Lewisburg and West Virginia will always be 'home' for me, my husband and I decided this house would be perfect as our Lewisburg home. My Mother, Aunt and two Uncles bought the house in 1995 and I bought it from them in 2016.
The location of the house is special as from the back porch I can see the house where my grandparents lived - where we had our wedding reception many moons ago. As a child, I visited Verdie May (who lived in the house).
When we bought the house it was in poor condition - the renovations were extensive and a new addition was added (bathroom, laundry and porch). It is a wonderful place for our family - our daughters love it!

What makes this property unique

The location of the house is fantastic. I love being able to walk everywhere (we very rarely use the car!). The new porch is the best place to relax - and to see what is going on!

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