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Property grounds
A garden with various potted plants, a bench, and two green chairs.
Dining
Interior
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp. There is a staircase leading to another room.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

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Winchester, VA
  • Place, Kernstown Battlefield
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Shenandoah University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Apple Blossom Mall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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Located within a mile (2 km) of Kernstown Battlefield, this guesthouse is within 3 miles (5 km) of Abrams Creek Wetlands Preserve. Guestrooms at this guesthouse include kitchens, fireplaces, and balconies.
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What's nearby

  • Kernstown Battlefield - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Rock Harbor Golf Course - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Shenandoah University - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Apple Blossom Mall - 6 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Jim Barnett Park - 7 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬3 min drive
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About this property

Secret Gardens Carriage House A Sweet Space Among the Gardens

Welcome!
Nestled within the city of Winchester, Va. in the Shenandoah Valley, 30 minutes from the Blue Ridge Mountains and a 5 minute drive to the Old Town Walking Mall by car, sits this charming and quaint carriage/guesthouse on 2+ secluded acres known as 'The Secret Gardens Guest House'.

The Carriage House dates from the 1920’s and features a bedroom with an antique double four-poster bed, full bathroom with old-fashioned pedestal tub with safety bar and shower, beautifully updated kitchen, a private cafe style screened-in porch overlooking a gorgeous view of Zen Gardens and much more!

The charm and grace of this intimate cottage is lovely. The vibrant décor blends past and present with unique elegance. You can easily imagine a tasseled buggy pulling up as you enjoy the pleasure of modern conveniences.

The year round natural beauty framing our adorable Carriage House is unparalleled in Winchester. More than two acres of exquisite Zen Gardens are just a few steps away. Guests love spending time on our screened in porch, taking in a view that brings the blooms of the season to your doorstep as you sip your morning Organic coffee or tea in fresh robes that we provide for every guest. All of the environments inside and out are over seen with no chemicals used. This being the case we ask that you not use chemical cleaners or scented products that may impact the space.

In truth, the photographs of the Gardens on this site, simply don’t do it justice. It is a one-of-a-kind experience.

Our Organic herbal and veggie garden – where guests are welcome to choose fresh herbs/veggies for their dining pleasure – offers another special treat.

We have an outdoor fire pit area, ideal for star gazing that just can’t be appreciated in the downtown lights. Or you could take the time to sit by our fire pit with a warm mug of Organic coffee or Organic tea while listening to the soft sounds of the season, lifetime memories with that special someone are created.

We also welcome business travelers wanting more than an efficiency apartment as well as lone adventurers. Every time of the year is special in this sanctuary from the busy world.

As the Carriage House is a delicately crafted setting, guests must be at least 21 years old.

The guest house offers the simplicy of living. While Wifi may be available, there is no TV on site. You are more than welcome to bring your own devices and stream what you like if you need more stimulation.
The kitchen is fully equiped other than a microwave. Again, simplicity of living.

Short stays or long, you will be embraced by the quiet space and open gardens.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

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

Rules

Easy internet access. Certified safety exits through all windows. Outdoor floodlights and motion sensors. Any questions readily answered by your host.
Guests must be at least 21 years old. Be sure to pack your slippers. To keep the Carriage House impeccable, it is a no shoe house.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This is an adults-only property
  • Note from host: children are not allowed

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this guesthouse?

This guesthouse is located in Winchester, close to Apple Blossom Mall, Patsy Cline Historic House, and Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum. You'll also find Bright Box Theater and Winchester Little Theater within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Secret Gardens Carriage House A Sweet Space Among the Gardens?

No, there isn't parking at this guesthouse.

Is this guesthouse adjacent to a casino?

No, this guesthouse is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this guesthouse?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What do couples enjoy most about Secret Gardens Carriage House A Sweet Space Among the Gardens?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this adults-only guesthouse include a fireplace and a kitchenette along with a garden.

Does Secret Gardens Carriage House A Sweet Space Among the Gardens have a hot tub?

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

Does this guesthouse include breakfast service?

No, this guesthouse doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this guesthouse allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this guesthouse.

Does Secret Gardens Carriage House A Sweet Space Among the Gardens have connecting rooms available?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this guesthouse?

The closest major airport to this guesthouse is Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional), which is 24.8 mi away (32 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Secret Gardens Carriage House A Sweet Space Among the Gardens?

Yes, every accommodation at Secret Gardens Carriage House A Sweet Space Among the Gardens comes with a patio.

Secret Gardens Carriage House A Sweet Space Among the Gardens Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

Lovely Stay

Winchester was such a lovely town with so many things to do and see. We enjoyed coming home to the cottage each night with its screened-in patio and relaxing view of flowers and shade trees. The cottage was cozy and clean with plenty of linens and staples. I would stay here again, the location was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda H.

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

Great oasis

The carriage house was a charming place to stay. It was pleasant to sit on the screen porch and watch the birds. The house was nicely appointed with everything needed for your stay. The owner also provided some special extras for her guests.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jami E.

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

Weekend at the carriage house

My husband and I stayed at the carriage house to be near Shenandoah National Park and to celebrate our 3rd anniversary. Ramana was a very gracious host, and was great at communicating all the amenities available to us. The property has lots of mature trees and gardens makinf it a very peaceful place that has a lot of privacy. We really enjoyed sitting out by the fire in the evening. We had a fantastic time at the cottage and would stay again if we come back to Winchester!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

The name says it all!

The "Just Like Heaven Carriage and Tea House" is indeed heavenly. As you approach the Main house, we spotted the Tibetan Prayer flags and right away, we knew this was going to be special place we would never forget. The gardens surrounding the buildings are very well-kept and simply beautiful. Several places to sit, reflect and just "be". The carriage house is very comfortable. The kitchen is well-equipped with everything you need. Ramana is a most gracious host and sees to every little detail including fresh cut flowers in every room and organic coffee in the kitchen. We loved staying at the Just Like Heaven Carriage House and recommend it to anyone looking for a sincere and cathartic experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Charming Cottage!

Ramana and John were very welcoming upon our arrival. The cottage was cozy and well appointed. It was exactly as described in the listing. Every detail was thought out to make our stay special. Loved the handmade soaps and bath salts! The kitchen is well equipped if you would like to enjoy a meal at the cottage. The day we checked in was an especially rainy and chilly day. It was nice to have the electric tea kettle and an assortment of teas available to enjoy a cup of tea. Although we brought our own reading material, there was an array of different books at our disposal. If you are looking for a tranquil, warm and private place to stay, you will love being a guest at Just Like Heaven carriage house. Very glad that I did a little research on places to stay in Winchester and decided to stay at Ramana's lovely place. Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

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

Perfect Weekend Hideaway!

We are so glad we stumbled upon this gem! Looking to find a place to celebrate our anniversary & get away (long overdue), I found Ramana’s garden paradise. It is a quaint 1920’s carriage house with beautiful hardwood floors, a pedestal tub, fully stocked kitchen & large screened in porch for relaxing on those gorgeous evenings! Upon arrival, Ramana greeted us with our keys & a tour of the whole property, including where we would be staying, showing us where we could find organic veggies & herbs in her garden if we wished to use them! She encouraged us to walk through the many gardens and courtyards of the whole property during our stay & we did-- we felt so at peace and truly relaxed, we ended up never leaving the property the whole weekend!! Every little detail was so personally thought out, from the handmade soaps in the bathroom to the organic fruits & coffees in the kitchen. She even had the table set beautifully with fresh flowers, a bottle of wine & chocolate to celebrate our anniversary! We spent our Saturday evening by the fire pit, which she had prepared and waiting for us, with fresh sage from her garden. It truly was a magical weekend and we will definitely be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

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

Charming Carriage House

We loved our weekend in Winchester! The downtown area was great, we picked apples at an orchard and went horseback riding too! The carriage house was nice as well. Everything was very clean. It is a no shoe home so pack slippers. There is no TV which was nice to disconnect. We met the owner to get the keys which I had never done with any prior rental through VRBO. Ramana showed us around the house, the grounds, and the vegetable and herb garden. She also left us firewood with fresh sage to burn in the fire pit on both nights we were there. The parking is tight for a full sized truck, but not impossible. The shower is tight for folks that are tall too, but again, not terrible. The bed is a full which was also tight for two tall folks, but we knew that going in so it was just extra snuggly and it was comfortable. We had everything we needed and Ramana was just as sweet as can be! She even set a nice table setting with rose petals for our anniversary! If you drink coffee or tea, she has a wide assortment of both! The screened porch was a great spot to just relax too! I would recommend this property for a couple or single person looking for a charming spot to spend time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonja P.

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

Anniversary

My husband and I had a wonderful relaxing stay. Ramana was a fantastic hostess. The assortment of organic teas was an extra benefit!! The view from the front porch....just what we needed to relate and relax!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dora J.

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

Lovely carriage house. Perfect for a quiet getaway

Just what was needed. Private, quiet and quaint with the perfect host.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse C.

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

A little slice of paradise hidden in an unlikely spot

The beautiful land, gorgeous decor, and wonderful little touchs (like homemade soap and fresh organic fruit and coffee) made this an absolutely ideal romantic getaway spot. We were confused about the check-out time, and despite inconveniencing our hosts, they were always lovely!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey Z.

Perfect for a restful stay

This gem of a home has all that you could need. Comfortable and quiet on the edge of a large garden. We enjoyed our stay and left fully recuperated.
Verified

8/10 Good

David W.

A Unique & Special Place

This beautiful, private, and peaceful cottage is not for everyone. It was great for me and my best friend. There is no TV, no radio, no microwave - instead it offers quiet - to be used as one needs - probably not so much for the fun and party seeker. It was perfect for me and friend - we decided to move in together on a test run and she came home with me. The quiet space gave us time to talk to each other and to really listen to each other - could be the start of something good. On the other hand, one potentially dangerous finding was the bath and shower situation. At least for older guests, it was quite difficult to get into the bath which was also the shower and the shower was not so good. I believe the owners have been alerted to this - they seem to be really wonderful people and I'm sure they will check into it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

Quaint, well-maintained cottage in Winchester

Renovated carriage house is quaint, clean & well maintained. The surrounding 2-acre property boasts mature trees, vegetable garden, and peaceful settings. Ramana and John are gracious hosts and provided a tour of the property and fresh, organic fruit basket. They are very respectful of your privacy. The cottage consists of 4 room, screened porch and the property provides well water and a compost bin. It is as advertised on the web page. Easy access to shopping, activities and Shenandoah National Park. Peaceful setting, especially the screened front porch. Internet to the Carriage home is an extension from the main house and is adequate for email and basic internet searches. All the garden staff are friendly and respectful. Wishing Ramana and John continued blessings.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari D.

Perfect the Second Time Around

This was the second time we have stayed at Just Like Heaven....We were super busy dealing with buying a new house, so we weren't around the cottage too much. But, when we were there, it was just like a home away from home for us. Even though it was summer, it was cool enough for us to use the electric fireplace on a couple of nights. That was a nice addition to the cottage. Thank you so much for providing such a great place to stay!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice N.

Beautiful Grounds

Very serene and peaceful visit. The House was very cozy and perfect for two.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kari D.

What a perfect setting for a relaxing getaway!

Ahhhhh...Just Like Heaven is the place to be if you want to relax! It is the perfect li'l cottage that has everything you need, and Ramana and John have provided extras, too! The gardens surrounding the cottage are amazing, as well. We didn't want to leave. What a great feeling we got from staying there! We will definitely be back next year when we look for a house to buy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

6/10 Okay

Sandra L.

Very Nice Place

This carriage house is very nice. It's comfy and cozy and just the right place for a nice respite.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

A country escape!

Enjoyed my second visit to the Tea House as much as the first! Peaceful and tranquil, a wonderful little home tucked away from the world where you can go and rest, relax, slow down, and just find the time out of the city to gather your thoughts. The cottage is beautiful inside with lovely furnishings and the most comfortable bed ever! I spent each morning drinking organic coffee (provided by Ramana) in the screen porch listening to the birds all around; each evening a glass of wine enjoying the peace and quiet. I would totally recommend this cottage as a place to go to get away from it all. I'm already looking forward to my next visit. Thanks Ramana and John for sharing this wonderful property with your guests. See you next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

A beautiful and tranquil oasis!

I just enjoyed a wonderful two night stay at this beautiful hideaway. The carriage house is exactly as described with an added touch of peace and magic! The cottage exudes a warmth and tranquility which very much mirrors the personality of its owner, Ramana. The decor is just lovely with every detail well thought out to make the stay feel special. The bed is so comfortable I slept for 9+ hours on my first night, something I never do! And sitting on the screened porch with a glass of wine in the evening, or a cup of organic coffee in the morning, listening to birdsong or welcoming visiting squirrels, was just priceless. Having a weekend in such a lovely location away from my "real life" was just great and what I needed - I hope to return again soon. Many thanks to Ramana and John for sharing their beautiful cottage.