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Escape the City! Plain Outside; Gorgeous Inside; Huge Horse/Cattle Farm

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 15195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
The price is AED 1,175
AED 1,435 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Escape the City! Plain Outside; Gorgeous Inside; Huge Horse/Cattle Farm

Country living at its best! Quarter mile to other houses, at end of long drive. There are 7 vacation homes on our 600 acre farm, widely spaced. Give the kids a taste of nature. Fish in our ponds, swim in the swimming hole in our creek, hike our roads & woodland trails, pet the horses. Enjoy our Party Patio (with its hot tub). Share with another family, as there is room.

Do not be fooled by the "Plain Jane" exterior. The inside has huge living spaces, and is fabulously tricked out. With four bedrooms and a bonus children's sleeping room, Baldy's can comfortably accommodate 13 people.

Baldy's Retreat is tucked up against the woods on our 600 acre horse and cattle farm. Guests at Baldy's have access to the ponds, Game Barn, woodland trails, horse petting, hiking, bicycles, swimming hole, and the gorgeous scenery of Wolftrap Farm. Out the front door, Baldy's guests have views of horses that will come to the fence for treats, and you may see wild turkeys passing as well. The back deck is well-shaded, and the night noises of frogs and crickets back there are free.

You will also have the option of booking one of our golf carts to use to explore the farm, and to book our Party Patio, with its hot tub, corn hole and other games. (Party Patio must be reserved, 90 minutes per day, first come-first served. Contact the owner to reserve.)

We describe Baldy's as a Retreat because it is almost out of sight and out of earshot of the farm complex. However, a short walk down the drive brings you to additional horse paddocks with friendly horses. Just beyond, you reach the edge of the farm complex, with additional guest cottages, the Manor House, the stables, our Pavilions where we host wedding receptions, the Game Barn, and access to our woodland hiking trails.

Wolftrap Farm is an excellent home base when you want to visit wineries (Barboursville, Horton, Keswick and Hona Lea are within 15 minutes; Early Mountain is within 30). Monticello is a beautiful 30 minute drive away, and Montpelier is just across the little mountains in front of the farm, 15 minutes away. Other historical venues include the Civil War Museum in Gordonsville, James Madison Museum in Orange, Wilderness Battlefield and Michie's Tavern. (Once you book, we will be allowed to tell you how to access the Guest Information Booklet on the Wolftrap Farm website, describing local wineries, historical sites, restaurants, outdoor adventures, and other things to do when you stay at Wolftrap Farm.)

Property manager

Keith Cuthrell

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: The back deck is a fine smoking area.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2100 sq ft (195 sq m)

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Washer
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The price is AED 698
AED 851 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Escape the City; Country Living at its Best at our 600 acre horse/cattle farm.

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Most dogs welcome.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Gordonsville, VA

What's nearby

  • Honah Lee Vineyard - 5 min drive
  • Civil War Museum At The Exchange Hotel - 9 min drive
  • Montpelier - 17 min drive
  • James Madison's Montpelier - 18 min drive
  • Barboursville Vineyards - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Patch Brewing Co. - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Barbeque Exchange - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Forked on Main - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪El Vaquero West- Orange - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape the City! Plain Outside; Gorgeous Inside; Huge Horse/Cattle Farm pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Escape the City! Plain Outside; Gorgeous Inside; Huge Horse/Cattle Farm?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape the City! Plain Outside; Gorgeous Inside; Huge Horse/Cattle Farm?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Escape the City! Plain Outside; Gorgeous Inside; Huge Horse/Cattle Farm located?

This family-friendly Gordonsville vacation home is located in a rural location, 1.8 mi (3 km) from Honah Lee Vineyard, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Graves Fine Art Gallery and James Madison Museum. The Arts Center in Orange and James Madison's Montpelier are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Escape the City! Plain Outside; Gorgeous Inside; Huge Horse/Cattle Farm Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M., Newport news

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
Had a wonderful time and highly recommend staying.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lateefah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great quiet country stay
Very quaint property with a very quiet place to stay with you, your family & your friends. Me and my friends had a great time during our stay, very clean & the host was great & obliged our every needs
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

rose m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
Property was very clean and spacious. Slightly dated, but did not affect our stay. Few too many wasps near entrance and some obvious nests I felt could be dislodged by maintenance. Understand it is located at woods edge. Horses and surroundings are beautiful. Front storm door slightly stubborn. Please update the WiFi name and code. The one I received in my check in instructions not correct. Figured it out. Would recommend this as a stay. No cushions on back deck furniture, or missed where they were located. My error if so.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tommy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Model UN stay-away
The property was great. A quiet removal from the hustle and bustle of Charlottesville, but close enough to serve as a basecamp. The property mgmt was very easily reachable and made the trip a breeze.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Horsing Around
Great place! The kids loved it. We had a fire in the fire pit while the kids played. The horses were friendly. Beds were comfortable. The hostess was responsive when the kids locked the door to one of the bedrooms and we couldn’t get in.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay!
Our stay was fantastic. Plenty of sleeping area for a large party. The drive was scenic and the farm was beautiful to wake up to. Enjoyed our stay immensely!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Lamar W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Decent but lacking in areas.
This is on a nice large farm/ranch. The owner/manager was basically easy to get in touch with and answered my questions beforehand. I think it was really nice about 10 or 15 years ago. It is an older mobile home which is really starting to show it's wear. The main picture that is on the listing is from a long time ago. The porch on the pic is brand new. Now it is older, painted and peeling. The inside was ok but not very clean! There was pet hair all over the bedspread in the one bedroom. There was dirt beside the microwave etc. In general it was ok but was rather expensive considering all I just listed above!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carmen N., North Chesterfield, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect birthday getaway with friends.
The house was clean and welcoming. Perfect location for wine tasting by day and relaxation by night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jumping the pond with golf cart
Awesome place Very nice people Fast response with questions I'll be back someday
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house
We had a great time in this comfortable well laid out home. We would be happy to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good gathering place for family kids
Good place for families. The grandchildren enjoyed the horses. Some problems with lighting...chain on dining room fan light missing. Couple of drawers off track in Master Bathroom and Kitchen. Shoe molding and sink in master bath needs to be stained. No pepper in kitchen. Overall nice place for families. My wife (retired Art Teacher) was impressed with the decorating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home base for winery visits
We had a group of friends stay here after exploring area wineries for the day. It looks small from the outside but has great space for a large group. Clean and comfortable and within a quick easy drive to many wineries. We didn’t have any opportunity to really explore the property because we only stayed one night but it is a beautiful farm setting.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place!
We will make this a yearly tradition!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Gathering
This was a great place for our family gathering which consisted of a variety of ages. The children loved the fishing pond and the game barn. We all loved the beautiful surroundings and hiking in the woods. We enjoyed the farm animals too of course. Staff were very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carmen N., North Chesterfield, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Weekend Getaway
I traveled to Baldy's Retreat at Wolf Trap Farms with 9 of my closest girlfriends for my 50th birthday weekend. The farm is absolutely beautiful! Baldy's Retreat was warm and welcoming. Everything was clean and the accommodations were perfect for inside and outside fun. Tina greeted us when we arrived with a lovely smile which made us feel at home. I would definitely book this property again. Thanks for helping to make my birthday weekend awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property!
The property was beautiful! The house is larger inside than it looks on the outside ! Tina the property manager was amazing l She answered all of my questions quickly and helped guide us on things to do . The game barn was really fun! We rented a golf cart for a minimal fee and saw the farm on it ! Fire pit outside was enjoyable too!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Nara L.

Liked: Cleanliness
a very private getaway!
My friends group (7) enjoy staying here. This place is very private and you can barely hear anyone else around this place. This has a very great nature view and very calming place. We didn't like the fact that this place has a lot of bugs but it was a farm place so not really matter. We will go back to this place if we are going back to this location. The TV in living room didn't work or we didn't get it to work but we are not there to watch TV. It has very slow internet so you might want to consider it before you make your decision. Otherwise, it was very private and decent place to stay with a lot of people!

8/10 Good

Jeffrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, peaceful retreat on a cattle/horse farm
This was a wonderful, relaxing retreat into the beautiful, peaceful Virginia countryside. It's remarkable how quiet it is outside, which was a welcomed, calming experience. We took a daytrip to Shenandoah to hike Doyle River Falls and visited Monticello. In between, our kids (4 and 6) absolutely loved walking around the farm, getting to feed the horses carrots and apples. My only concern, which ended up not being an issue, was my kids and how they are sometimes very sensitive to allergens (dogs/cats/pollen/etc). They did great and didn't have any issues. I would very much recommend staying at Baldy's if you are looking for a peaceful retreat and a great home base while touring everything Charlottesville has to offer (ie. wineries/horses/history/etc).
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fredy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Good time with family

10/10 Excellent

Juan C., Chesterfield

Liked: Cleanliness
Short getaway
Nice place to relax with the family and enjoy the ambiance, very quiet and great views
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nelson L.

Liked: Cleanliness
good
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Weldon W.

Liked: Cleanliness
This Farm has it All!
This was a fantastic property for our group (3 adults, 4 kids). The property itself was clean and well-appointed. Unlike many rentals, the beds had been made for us, which was a nice surprise. House has good space for families - multiple areas for sitting/lounging - and is comfortable. We enjoyed the farm immensely. We fed the horses, played with the dogs, took a hike, visited the swimming hole, fished, spent time in the game barn (billiards, ping pong, air hockey, bicycles and helmets, darts, wagons, bean bag toss, etc.), and took some amazing photos. We rented the golf cart (which was so convenient) so that we could really see the whole farm. Property manager was delightful to deal with. She was responsive and helpful. We loved staying at Wolf Trap Farm and look forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay on a peaceful farm
We were pleased with everything and grateful for the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Scott M., Moseley, Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Great overnight stay
We stayed for one night on our way home from a ski trip. We had several families and this property accommodated everyone nicely. The setting is beautiful - we wish we would have had more time to explore the farm. We would love to come back in the warmer months to take full advantage of the property.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Janice H.

The accomadations were just perfect for our extended family over Christmas.
It was really cold so we kept the fireplace going which gave a perfect setting for the holidays. The caretaker provided lots of wood, responding every time we needed more. We all enjoyed walks on the farm lanes and feeding the horses. The only hiccup was the loss of Wi-Fi for a day. While the accommodations description states shared Wi-Fi between the 7 different VRBOs on the property, in truth it is 2 hot-spots to be shared. And if the Wi-Fi unit is at another property it is so far away you won't be able to pick it up. We did have it 8 of the 9 days of our stay. We had a family member in the process of filling out applications so for that reason it was an inconvenience. And since the TV only offers 3 local channels we didn't have NETFLIX entertainment for our 4 toddlers who couldn't spend much time outside due to the cold. One other problem is that the washer and dryer have to be attended to constantly to finish loads. But since it was right next to the living room it was convenient.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2017