Moonflower Cottage is a historical farmhouse nestled on two rolling acres in Virginia's wine country. Visit the area's top vineyards, dining, and antique shops. Float down the Shenandoah River. Cap your day sipping cabernet as the sun sets and the cottage blooms like the moonflowers that grow wildly. Bathe in the warm glow of string lights under the grapevine arbor or enjoy a relaxing soak in the spa. Young or old, you are sure to find the vintage that you are looking for at Moonflower Cottage.
Four Bedrooms | Two Acres | 2,000 Square Feet
Fire Pit | Hot Tub | Gas Grill | Grapevine Arbor
Swing Set | Basketball Court | Fenced-in Backyard
Gig-Speed Wi-Fi | 50-Inch and 42-Inch Roku TVs
Master Bedroom: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa
OUTDOOR: Hot tub, fire pit with six Adirondack chairs, grapevine arbor with 12-foot custom-built table, basketball court, swing set, fenced-in yard, patio
INTERIOR: Sunroom with comfortable egg chair seating, expandable dining room table with room for eight-plus, 50-inch and 42-inch Roku TVs, Free Gig-Speed Xfinity Wi-Fi
KITCHEN: Fully equipped with all the basics; pots + pans, dishes, glassware, silverware, refrigerator, oven, stove, dishwasher with a third rack, microwave, toaster, Keurig Duo coffee maker for K-cups or drip coffee, Amish-constructed kitchen island
GENERAL: Linens and towels, central air conditioning and heat, washer/dryer, iron, pack n' play, keyless entry
PARKING: Driveway space for up to six vehicles
For anyone with mobility issues, there are two steps to be climbed from the kitchen to reach the rooms on the main level, but once there, no additional steps need to be climbed to access either of the two first floor bedrooms, the dining room, the living room, the downstairs bathroom/laundry room, or the sunroom.
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The cottage is a convenient base from which to explore the following towns:
- Berryville (six minutes)
- Bluemont (18 minutes)
- Winchester (20 minutes)
- Middleburg (25 minutes)
- Harpers Ferry, WV (30 minutes)
Some of the most highly acclaimed and popular local restaurants are as follows:
- The Buttery in Millwood (five minutes)
- L’Auberge Provencale in White Post (seven minutes)
- The Ashby Inn in Paris (14 minutes)
- The Hunter’s Head in Upperville (18 minutes)
- The Red Fox Inn in Middleburg (25 minutes)
- Field and Main in Marshall (25 minutes)
Some excellent local wineries:
- Veramar Vineyard near Berryville (12 minutes)
- Twin Oaks Tavern Winery near Bluemont (18 minutes)
- Arterra Wines near Delaplane (18 minutes)
- Delaplane Cellars near Delaplane (20 minutes)
- Bluemont Vineyard in Bluemont (24 minutes)
Breweries near the cottage:
- Ripon Brewing Company in Rippon, WV (15 min)
- B Chord Brewing Company in Bluemont (18 minutes)
- Bear Chase Brewing Company near Bluemont (18 minutes)
- Winchester Brew Works (20 minutes)
- Escutcheon Brewing Co. in Winchester (20 minutes)
- Winchester Cider Works (25 minutes)
Other things to do around the area include:
- River adventures on the Shenandoah River (Watermelon Park has innertube rentals in the Summer)
- Hiking at Sky Meadows State Park or in Shenandoah National Park (30 minutes)
- Spelunking at one of the cave complexes in the Luray and Shenandoah Valleys
- Visiting the Virginia State Arboretum, which is about five minutes away in Boyce
The Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races is about 25 minutes away.
The house is also located next to some of the best antique shops in northern Virginia. These include:
- Red Schoolhouse Antiques in Millwood (four minutes)
- The Fox and Pheasant in Boyce (four minutes)
- Neatoville Eclectic Finds in Boyce (five minutes)
- Hip and Humble in Berryville (eight minutes)
While you are visiting, don’t miss a visit to the very popular Locke Store in Millwood (four minutes away) for farm-to-table items, craft beers, and fine wines.
If you enjoy history, you may enjoy visiting some of the old mills in the area. This portion of the Shenandoah Valley was once awash with grist mills and two area mills are still occasionally put into operation for public display. These are the Burwell-Morgan Mill in Millwood and Locke’s Mill near Berryville. It is a fascinating step back in time.
Your four-legged friends don't have to miss out on the fun while you are exploring. They will enjoy fenced-in pasture behind the cottage with lots of stuff to sniff and investigate :)
Guests will have access to the entire house and to all of the grounds, with the exception of two outbuildings which contain items belonging to the yard maintenance crew.
I'll do my best to be available during regular business hours and will try to respond to emergencies outside of business hours in a prompt manner. I have four kids and also run a music studio, so life can get busy at times! Thank you in advance for your patience!
The cottage is on over two acres and enjoys considerable privacy, but there are neighbors to either side. The road is very quiet, which makes it great for walks or jogs. You will most likely see many people out for a peaceful stroll or stretch of the legs along the shaded route between ancient rock walls and alabaster sycamores.
The cottage is on a regular, monthly pest control schedule, but sometimes unwanted bugs may venture inside. This area is home to stink bugs, Asian beetles, wood roaches, and millipedes, which view open windows and doors as an invitation, especially at the changing of the season. I recommend keeping windows and doors closed when not in use.
Uber and Lyft are usually available in the area, but the best way to explore the area's attractions is with your own vehicle. There is room in the driveway and parking area for several vehicles.
It is important to note that a railroad runs near to the cottage. When the train goes by outside, it can get loud in the yard. Inside the cottage, the noise is generally muted by the cottage's solid construction, but nevertheless, if the train goes by at night (which it does not frequently do, but might do), it may be audible.
Since I can’t control the train schedule, I have provided premium materials for the beds to ensure that guests enjoy the best night’s sleep possible. To that end, each of the beds except for the sleeper sofa has a premium memory foam mattress. All the beds, including the sleeper sofa, have a plush mattress topper, gel pillows, and 1800-thread count microfiber linens. Additionally, each of the bedrooms has custom-cut, tightly fitting light-blocking blackout shades. I want you to wake up in the morning thinking about nothing except how comfortable and well-rested you are!
Note that the second upstairs bedroom doubles as a second living room for smaller groups that do not need to use it as a bedroom. Three of the bedrooms have doors that latch, but this room does not.
Check in is at 4:00 pm and check out is at 10:00. These times are fixed. The cleaners keep a very tight schedule and make their plans around this six hour window. Out of respect to them, I cannot make exceptions to these times.
Please also note that as a small business, I am not able to grant last-minute refunds, so I highly recommend protecting your investment with travel insurance.
So why book this property?
Design. We've had many guests say that the cottage seems like something straight off HGTV. I guess all that binge-watching has finally paid off!
Charm. We have tried not to overlook any space inside or outside this home and I'm sure you will find that it is full of thoughtful touches to make your stay a magical and memorable experience.
Love. My family loves this home and we have put some of our heart and soul into it. We also love sharing it and we promise to do our best to make your stay there special.
Unique benefits:
When you stay with us, you will be supporting a woman-owned, veteran-owned, minority-owned small business.
We are proud of our commitment to always pay cleaners and other workers a living wage.
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Out of respect to neighbors, try to keep noises to a minimum outside after dusk. Please, no loud music outside. No recreational discharge of firearms is allowed on the property. No smoking or vaping inside. No illegal drug use. Put trash in its proper place.
