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Come and enjoy a beautiful view and relaxing time at Windy Knoll....

Vacation home in Afton with kitchen and patio

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Come and enjoy a beautiful view and relaxing time at Windy Knoll.... provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

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

Come and enjoy a beautiful view and relaxing time at Windy Knoll....


Windy Knoll invites you to come and relax and enjoy the stunning views of the Afton Mountain greenery. Large A-Frame windows allow the sunlight to come through so you can enjoy the birds and nature all around. The property sits on 3.5 acres so it is very private. An expansive rolling lawn in the front to enjoy watching the deer in the morning while having a cup of coffee on the wide front porch. Forest areas on the side and back of the house. Enter the home in the front door and a warm and welcoming living room await you with a couch, 2 comfortable chairs, and a gas burning fireplace. Throw blankets and pillows for snuggling while watching a movie. TV and DVD player with a selection of movies to choose from. The dining room with bay seated window has a large table to seat 6 comfortably. The front porch also has a dining table. Spacious, well appointed kitchen with all you need for preparing delicious meals after a day of hiking the Appalachian trail or sightseeing. Dish-ware, flatware, sauce and saute pans. Wine glasses, coffee mugs, serving ware. Crock pot, blender, mixer. Coffee pot with coffee bean grinder (Starbucks coffee beans in the pantry). You will find a few condiments in the refrigerator, spices, herbs, oil in the pantry. The loft bedroom has a Queen bed and a Double Bed with a private bathroom and shower. The first floor bedroom has two twin beds and a separate bathroom with walk in shower. Loft area also has a desk with laptop and printer for your use. Back deck has a grill all ready for those barbecues!
Full laundry room facilities.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Would appreciate guests removing muddy hiking shoes before entering home.
Please wipe dirty paws before dog enters home

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $60 pet fee. Please wipe paws before entering home

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Not baby/toddler proofed.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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
Property Registration Number 166

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Perfect Sanctuary for Isolation and Relaxation! Afton

About the neighborhood

Map
Afton, VA

What's nearby

  • Veritas Vineyard and Winery - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Afton Mountain Vineyards - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Blue Ridge Parkway North Entrance - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Shenandoah National Park - 5 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Wintergreen Resort - 20 min drive - 16.3 miles

Getting around

  • Staunton Station - 23 min drive
  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Basic City Beer Co. - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Estate Of Captain G Wilson - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Happ Coffee Roasters - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Blue Mountain Brewery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪New Ming Garden Buffet and Grill - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Come and enjoy a beautiful view and relaxing time at Windy Knoll.... pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Come and enjoy a beautiful view and relaxing time at Windy Knoll....?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Come and enjoy a beautiful view and relaxing time at Windy Knoll....?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Come and enjoy a beautiful view and relaxing time at Windy Knoll.... located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Veritas Vineyard and Winery, Afton Mountain Vineyards, and Crozet Tunnel. Shenandoah National Park and Blue Ridge Parkway North Entrance are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Come and enjoy a beautiful view and relaxing time at Windy Knoll.... Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 212 out of 215 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 215 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 215 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 215 reviews

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoy our stays at Windy Knoll. This latest visit provided us a peaceful base from which we explored the regional mountains and valleys.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda E.

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

Winning Location

Fantastic stay at Windy Knoll for our annual ladies trip. Great location for hikes in the morning and vineyards in afternoon. Hoping to return in the fall as I imagine the foliage is incredible!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

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

Afton vacation

Beautiful clean home, and has everything you need. The deer and birds are lovely to watch from the porch. This was the best VRBO we have stayed in! If you want peace and quiet this is the place!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne E.

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

Calm

Beautiful home in peaceful setting. Spacious front porch with deer, rabbits and a cacophony of bird song to accompany your visit.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dena K.

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

Perfect getaway

This property had all the comforts of home. The owner provided lots of extra touches you don’t find in a rental. The beds were very comfortable! The view was amazing!! We spent so much time relaxing on the front porch watching deer and bunnies run by. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry J.

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

Awesome host. Awesome property. Awesome location

clean, convenient, quiet, peaceful, host very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wallace A.

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

Fantastic stay

Everything was perfect. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry S.

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

Amazing house with a beautiful view

Everything with this house exceeded expectations!! Super clean and plenty of space with beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol F.

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

Four Besties gather for a weekend

This was a perfect place for our bestie gathering. The location is beautiful...secluded and lovely. The house was truly impeccable. We loved the space. It was so well appointed with the little things that you may need. Simply awesome! Thank you to these great hosts!thoughtfully!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Perfect Mountain Retreat

Windy Knoll is the best of all worlds - a quiet mountain retreat to relax at and disappear into nature, while being close enough to multiple great towns to enjoy what they have to offer as well. The owners clearly love this home, always upgrading to make the experience more enjoyable. Can't get enough of this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon K.

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

Two day getaway

Home was very clean and well stocked. Front porch had amazing view and wildlife was abound. We were extremely pleased with our stay and will definitely be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd G.

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

Family Vacation

Stayed here a few days as part of larger vacation with my girlfriend, mother and dogs. The property is in a great location and only minutes from everything we like to do. The house is in a very quiet neighborhood and had lots of well thought out extras, including for pets. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

jenny s.

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

Shatsy

Such an amazingly beautiful house and view. It felt like home. 8 days of pure relaxation. This property has everything that is needed for a perfect stay. Our 2nd visit and it wont be our last. Thank you Wendy and Mike - perfect hosts.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina C.

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

Super relaxing and beautiful !!

Beautiful property, super clean and stocked well !! It actually gets a #10 !!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

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

Liberty University Graduation Stay

The home was perfect! We came for my husbands graduation. The drive to the graduation was not bad! The views from the home were amazing such a relaxing place! The hospitality was beyond my expectations! Would come back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Beautiful Fall Getaway

Another great stay at Windy Knoll! Could not have been prettier fall views with the changing colors. The house is cozy and well looked after, we appreciated all of the updates made in the last couple years. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna F., Mentor, OH USA

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

Beautiful stay in the mountains.

We had the most enjoyable stay in the mountains of Virginia. Perfectly situated for an easy trip to Charlottesville, a hike in Shenandoah national park, a ride on the Blue Ridge Parkway, and so many wineries and breweries. The house itself was fantastic on a beautiful piece of property. So clean, comfortable, with fantastic views. I couldn’t ask for more. Great hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anh D.

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

Another wonderful stay at Windy Knoll

We just had another lovely stay at Windy Knoll... same relaxing scenery where we could decompress and the house that was tastefully renovated! The personal touch and the amenities to make guests feel welcome remain a constant at Windy Knoll, from first quality bed linens/towels, well stocked kitchen/pantry to fresh coffee beans to enjoy and recommendations for things to do in the area! And then also dog bowls and towels for dirty paws for the furry guest! Needless to say, we will be back as soon as we can!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

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

Great!!!

Another great mini vacation. Hasn’t disappointed us yet from the beautiful fall mountains to the visits from the deer. The House and surroundings welcoming and warm to be stress free.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Our favorite rental!

My wife and I loved Windy Knoll. We’ve stayed at dozens of rentals the past 25 years and this rates #1. It’s beautifully furnished and very clean. The location is perfect and the view from the front porch is stunning. Such a peaceful setting. We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

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

Beautiful Mountain Country Getaway

The host Wendy was very kind and quick to respond to us. This beautiful vacation cottage home has great views and awesome for seeing the stars and moon out the huge windows! The cottage was incredibly clean, organized and comfortable. It is ideally located to all that the Blue Ridge Mountains and Central VA have to offer. Worked out great for us to stay here as we have family that live on both sides of Afton Mountain that we were visiting.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristina D.

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

Quick Family Getaway

My family decided to take a quick three-night trip to escape work and just relax and this was definitely the place to do it! We enjoyed the gorgeous views from the home and visits every night from the white-tail deer. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed to cook a nice meal and enjoy our relaxing weekend. The host was extremely responsive and helpful. We all enjoyed ourselves, including our two dogs who loved the acreage to explore.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mona O., Williamsburg, Va.

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

Wonderful "Windy Knoll"

Windy Knoll is a most relaxing get-away! The house is always very clean and comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked. There is loads of information on hikes in the area, restaurants, and the wineries and breweries along Rte. 151. The porch is wonderful with beautiful views! If you are looking for a quiet, relaxing place to spend some free time, check out " Windy Knoll" .
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

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

Another relaxing stay!

We thoroughly enjoyed our second visit to Windy Knoll, and will definitely be back. Setting so peaceful but so easy to get places. Saw a production at the American Shakespeare Center in Staunton, had a very informative and interesting guide to the Camera Heritage Museum. Visited the caverns at Grottoes, took a great trail ride at Star B Stables, and loved sampling their excellent ciders at Albemarle Ciderworks. So much more left to do!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

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

Beautiful and just what we needed!

This was our second stay at Windy Knoll. Last year, we never left the house! This year we did do some R and R but also did some sightseeing. It's impossible not to relax here. Our favorite place? The front porch and our dogs agree. The front yard is beautiful to look at but also great for a good dog walk any time of day. The little back porch was nice for grilling, sitting, and watching the trees sway in the wind. A wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023