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The Hunker Down: Cheerful 2 Bed and Pet Friendly

Vacation home in Staunton with kitchen and patio

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In the heart of Downtown Staunton, The Hunker Down offers a charming retreat. Stroll through historic streets right from your front door and enjoy a spacious backyard with your pup by your side. This cozy home features a fully equipped kitchen, living area with Roku Smart Tv, 2 large bedrooms with queen beds, and work-from-home space.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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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.

The Hunker Down: Cheerful 2 Bed and Pet Friendly

Please note that The Hunker Down is the lower level unit of this home (there is another Airbnb upstairs; it may be possible to hear others above you) and is accessed down a flight of stairs through the courtyard:

KITCHEN - Fully equipped kitchen with fridge and freezer, oven, microwave, dishwasher, and drip coffee maker.

LIVING/DINING - Dining table with seating for 4, couch, reading chair, Roku Smart Tv (feel free to login to your streaming apps)

BEDROOM 1 -Queen bed, nightstands, lamps with USB charging ports, DOHM sound machine, and dresser.

BEDROOM 2 - King bed, nightstands, lamps with USB charging ports, DOHM sound machine, luggage rack.

BATHROOM - Shower/tub combo, washer and dryer.

PATIO - Table and 2 chairs. There is an exterior door camera by the front door.

One parking permit is included with your stay for street parking directly outside the home. If you need additional parking, there is more street parking, or we include a parking pass to the New St. Parking Garage right around the corner. The unit is accessed with an electronic coded key pad.

Please note that The Hunker Down is the lower level unit of this home and is accessed down a flight of stairs through the courtyard. The upstairs of this home also functions as a separate Airbnb, but both units are very private. ** This property is monitored by a Ring camera at the doorbell, as well as a security camera at the walkway to monitor for conditions like snow and ice, etc.**

DOG FRIENDLY with an additional fee/stay. No cats, fines may apply.
The Hunker Down is perfectly situated in the heart of Downtown Staunton. Park your car for the weekend and stroll the streets of Staunton right from your front door! The unit is located in the lower unit of a large, historic home and features a large kitchen, living area, 2 large bedrooms with queen beds, and a work-from-home space. Additionally, bring your pup along and let them roam the spacious backyard.

Please note that The Hunker Down is the lower level unit of this home (there is another Airbnb upstairs; it may be possible to hear others above you) and is accessed down a flight of stairs through the courtyard:

KITCHEN - Fully equipped kitchen with fridge and freezer, oven, microwave, dishwasher, and drip coffee maker.

LIVING/DINING - Dining table with seating for 4, couch, reading chair, Roku Smart Tv (feel free to login to your streaming apps)

BEDROOM 1 -Queen bed, nightstands, lamps with USB charging ports, DOHM sound machine, and dresser.

BEDROOM 2 - King bed, nightstands, lamps with USB charging ports, DOHM sound machine, luggage rack.

BATHROOM - Shower/tub combo, washer and dryer.

PATIO - Table and 2 chairs. There is an exterior door camera by the front door.

One parking permit is included with your stay for street parking directly outside the home. If you need additional parking, there is more street parking, or we include a parking pass to the New St. Parking Garage right around the corner. The unit is accessed with an electronic coded key pad.

The Hunker Down is the lower level unit of this home and is accessed down a flight of stairs through the courtyard. The upstairs of this home also functions as a separate Airbnb, but both units are very private. ** This property is monitored by a Ring camera at the doorbell, as well as a security camera at the walkway to monitor for conditions like snow and ice, etc.**

DOG FRIENDLY with an additional fee/stay. No cats, fines may apply.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking 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
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 security system, and a first aid kit
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 is also known as

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About the neighborhood

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Staunton, VA

What's nearby

  • Mary Baldwin College - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • American Shakespeare Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Camera Heritage Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Staunton Railroad Station - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Staunton Station - 6 min walk
  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bricks Restaurant & Pub - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wright's Dairy-Rite - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Green Room - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Byers Street Bistro - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mill Street Grill - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hunker Down: Cheerful 2 Bed and Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hunker Down: Cheerful 2 Bed and Pet Friendly?

As of Nov 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hunker Down: Cheerful 2 Bed and Pet Friendly on Dec 8, 2025 start from $115.0, excluding 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?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Hunker Down: Cheerful 2 Bed and Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hunker Down: Cheerful 2 Bed and Pet Friendly?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Hunker Down: Cheerful 2 Bed and Pet Friendly located?

Situated in Staunton, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library, Mary Baldwin College, and American Shakespeare Center. R.R. Smith Center for History & Art and All's Well Massage Studio are also within 10 minutes. Staunton Station is 6 minutes by foot.

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The Hunker Down: Cheerful 2 Bed and Pet Friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

A great spot!

We stayed here with our two kids (age 2 and 3) and would stay again! The apartment was incredibly clean with plenty of space and everything we needed. We sleep with white noise machines and had no issues with noise at all. Check in and parking was easy and the hosts were very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula G.

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

So close to downtown Staunton

Really loved how everything was in easy walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Andrea B.

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

definitely heed the reviews about the upstairs potentially being loud

The property and location were great. The description stating that the upstairs is also a rental and can have noise is definitely true and needs to be considered. The upstairs was rented during our stay and it sounded like a herd of elephants stomping through the builiding between midnight and 2am on our only night there. Not sure I would do it again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie J.

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

Nice and clean

Real nice place. Had coffee and nice linens and the nice extras. Deffinitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

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

Fun girls trip

The Hunker Down is a great place to stay. We made the trip for antiquing in Verona. This house is clean and cozy. It is close to downtown Staunton with lots of places to eat and shop. Kathy's was a great breakfast spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marsha M.

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

Perfect

House was very cute. Plenty of room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph R.

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

Excellent with pet.

It's hard to find a place so well kept and clean that allows pets. This was a real find and allowed some family members who couldn't otherwise attend our reunion to be there. Nice fenced yard.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank H.

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

It was perfect for us.

It was right downtown. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

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

Hunker Down stay

The property was delightful, spacious, sparkling clean and there were so many extra touches, from mints on the pillow to dog bowls and towels provided for our pet! Right in the heart of town, with a great backyard our dog could run around in. I'd highly recommend it, whether you have a pet or not, I was super impressed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Pamela E.

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

We hunkered down

Cute little bungalow! We very much enjoyed this place. A fenced back yard for our little dogs was the cherry on top! The weather was not great for outdoor activity, so we suggest taking the Virginia Railway Train ride. The sights of the farms and rolling hills were lovely. The lunch included with the ride was quite good.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Susan L.

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

Staunton Weekend

This property is very clean, up-to-date and in a good location for walking to restaurants, etc. The upstairs rental was not distracting as some others mention. You can hear a little noise from walking but that's it. Fenced yard is nice if you have pets.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan G., King George, Virginia

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

Birthday weekend with friend

Excellent two night night stay in this charming apartment in Staunton and communication with the owners was exceptional. It is a “basement” unit but because this historic home was built on a significant back-cut there is an amazing amount of natural light. Clean, comfortable and amenity-filled, I would definitely stay here again. The only thing I would caution future guests is that the stairs down to the backyard-entry are fairly steep and might be an issue for some older guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jackie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Awful

Iam writing to share the disappointing experience on October 25, 2024 at VRBO property Property # 3181902 and referred to as “Hunker-down.” First of all we were misled by this listing. The listing shows a picture of an entire house and states “entire home”. The rental was actually the finished partial basement on the lower floor. While it is true if you read the entire listing this is disclosed, it should be prominent as when we reserved the property we were expecting an entire home as advertised. Given we already had fully paid the rental cost and it was non-refundable, we went ahead and travelled to Staunton and checked in. Right away, we were bothered by the loud footsteps above us, as the main floor of the house was also being rented. This incessant noise continued into the night and started again early the next morning. To be clear, it is not the fault of the people on the upper floor, the house is quite old and when the basement was renovated, it is obvious that no soundproofing or other structural separation was installed. While a very loud air purifier was able to mask some of the noise--the presence of which is quite telling that the owner is well aware of the noise issue—we still slept very poorly. The next morning we left and returned home, as given some health concerns we cannot have poor sleep two nights in a row. We demand that our second night be reimbursed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024