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Sweet Darling House: Enchanting historic home; walkable to downtown

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A room with a wooden table, a tray with wine glasses, a potted plant, and a door leading outside.
Smart TV, books
A round wooden table with a book and a vase of flowers.
A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a stainless steel sink, and a built-in cabinet below.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Staunton, VA
  • Place, Mary Baldwin College
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, American Shakespeare Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Staunton

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library and Mary Baldwin College. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Mary Baldwin College - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • American Shakespeare Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Staunton Railroad Station - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Gypsy Hill Park - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Staunton Station - 17 min walk
  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Green Room - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Crucible Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wright's Dairy-Rite - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Gloria's Pupuseria - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Staunton Flying Pizza - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Sweet Darling House: Enchanting historic home; walkable to downtown

Sweet Darling House is a 19th century home located on East Beverley Street in the renowned Gospel Hill neighborhood, and a short walk from downtown Staunton.
The house is situated on a beautiful outdoor wooded space, a wildlife viewer's dream!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

General

  • Garden
  • Some LED lighting used

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Staunton, a short 9-minute walk from The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library and also 11 minutes on foot from American Shakespeare Center. You'll also find Staunton Railroad Station and R.R. Smith Center for History & Art less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Sweet Darling House: Enchanting historic home; walkable to downtown?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Sweet Darling House: Enchanting historic home; walkable to downtown?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Sweet Darling House: Enchanting historic home; walkable to downtown?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Sweet Darling House: Enchanting historic home; walkable to downtown?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional), which is 17.7 mi away (26 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Sweet Darling House: Enchanting historic home; walkable to downtown?

Yes, every house at Sweet Darling House: Enchanting historic home; walkable to downtown comes with a patio.

Sweet Darling House: Enchanting historic home; walkable to downtown Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was very clean and well stocked. Everything was as described. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
True to the listing and walkable to town. The hosts have thought of everything and the ‘extras’ made the stay even more quaint! Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline S.

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

Perfect!

Our stay at Annie’s place was exactly what we needed. We would love to come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Walter K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication with the host was smooth and responsive. The house is super charming and well appointed. The neighborhood is quiet but very conveniently located, and we saw at least 6 deer each night. Very pleased with our stay and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

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

Vacation

Adorable, clean and well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

70th birthday!

It was perfect! location was great and the house was ideal
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg R.

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

Charming, Peaceful Pause

This is a wonderful place for a mini-vacation. The house is tastefully decorated and well appointed. The sounds of birds, crickets, and katydids provide a soothing soundscape for the surrounding wooded setting. All of this easy walking distance to downtown. Overall, a highly enjoyable and relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

maureen b.

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

Welcoming and special

Charming and so comfortable home with every thoughtful amenity you could think of. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

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

Wonderful

My sisters and I had a lovely weekend! The house was charming, cozy, well stocked, safe, and clean. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy T.

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

Great Historic Home!

We absolutely love this home and property. The owners are very good to communicate and we're extremely helpful. The house is great and has lots of wonderful touches like binoculars and a birding guide to use on the back porch. The great combination of modern convenience while also keeping the historic aspects of the home. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John I.

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

Super cute!

Cute place, and Annie was great to work with. Only disappointed that our stay was cut short by a pet emergency back home. But would definitely book again if visiting Staunton or the surrounding area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meredith T.

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

Perfect for a weekend away

Small, charming, old house tastefully updated and decorated, located in a bucolic setting yet close to town. Much thought has been given to amenities and supplies needed by guests during their short stay; we lacked for nothing. It has its own parking space, a front porch with a swing for 2 and a back porch with seating for six or so, overlooking woods where deer were roaming. Good restaurants and a fantastic bakery are close by, in town. It was just perfect for a get-away!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Christmas in Staunton

We stayed for 3 weeks just after the birth of our new grandson in early December. The location was very convenient. I cooked many dinners for the new parents and found the kitchen to be well stocked with all the pots, pans and utensils I needed, which made it much easier. Annie and Matt were charming and eager to please. Annie and I communicated several times during our stay. The house was very comfortable and met all our needs. I'd certainly recommend this property for a long weekend or an extended stay like ours.Thanks Annie and Matt for making our stay a pleasure!
Stayed 23 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Summer stay at Sweet Darling House

We thoroughly enjoyed Sweet Darling! We felt like it was a home away from home with anything we could ever need! There were even toiletries available in case we forgot any. We loved the patio out back and enjoyed the porch swing in the front. The area it was in felt secluded and safe, although close to downtown. There were board games that we could use, and the mattresses were comfortable. A TV was available with streaming apps that we could log in to. Upon check out, we could remove the log in info automatically. We would stay here again and recommend
Stayed 30 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Sweet Darling was Great

This little housse is like a very good cabin. 2 private bedrooms with one shared bath. Very tastefully decorated. It had everything we needed for a good stay. New appliances and heating system, back deck has wonderful private view of the woods. Very quiet and restful, yet right in the middle of Staunton. All amenities were minutes from the house. Very clean and had a very interesting history to the house. Yet great modern renovation. Would definitely visit again. The host even left wine for us celebrate our anniversary. Annie was very helpful and accomodating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg R.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025