Ivy Retreat | Heated Saltwater Pool & Hot Tub

Entire home in Charlottesville, Virginia

  1. 16+ guests
  2. 5 bedrooms
  3. 11 beds
  4. 6.5 baths
Rated 4.91 out of 5 stars.140 reviews
Hosted by Becky
  1. Superhost
  2. 12 years hosting

Listing highlights

Amenities for having fun

Make the most of the ping-pong table, pool table, and board games.

Enjoy the pool and hot tub

Swim or soak at this home.

Self check-in

Check yourself in with the keypad.
Welcome to your ultimate getaway: Ivy Springs Retreat. Situated on a stunning 15 acre property, the expansive grounds feature multiple exterior entertaining spots, a private lake, heated saltwater pool and hot tub. The interior boasts 5 bedrooms, 6.5 baths, a 22-person dining room, a newly completed game room, an elevator for easy second floor access, and plenty of spaces to entertain, both indoor and outdoors.
Please note- the heated pool is open from mid April- October.

The space
Thanks for stopping by!
Please note the following:
1) The heated saltwater pool is open seasonally from mid-April-October. The pool is closed November, December, January, February, March and often into the first 2 weeks of April, depending on the weather.
2) The pool may be cooler in April and October as the heater isn't designed to keep up in significantly cooler temperatures.
3) There is a two-night minimum. Saturday check-ins and Saturday check-outs are not always available, please inquire if you would like to arrive or leave on a Saturday.
4) Pricing is only set 12 months in advance, all future bookings must contact for an accurate quote beyond 12 months.

Exterior Features:
Plenty of parking for your whole group! There is a large paved area with a basketball net that sits adjacent to a large covered exterior patio that is accessible from the interior living room, featuring a dining table, lounge furniture, outdoor games, and a propane grill, tanks provided. On the lake side of the home there is a hot tub, heated saltwater pool* (open annually from mid-April to end of October), lake with a small beach area (complete with stand up paddle board and kayaks), and a fire pit with Adirondack chairs. Travelling with your family? With 15 acres, there's plenty of room for kids to run and explore!


The layout:
FIRST FLOOR:

Summer 2024- we completed interior and exterior upgrades. We transformed the garage into a game room and added a mini split unit so this area can be comfortably heated and cooled. Since the garage door is still functional, this is the ultimate indoor/outdoor hang spot! A ping pong table that easily converts to a beer pong/flip cup table ;) and air hockey, large mounted TV, plus an additional fridge and sitting area makes it a great bonus living space. It's the perfect spot for kids after they are done at the the pool or adults to enjoy their own games!


Enter through the front door and find the sunken atrium sunroom on your right. With wood floors, stunning views of the lake and windows on two sides, we think this is the ultimate day-to-night space. Morning sunrise yoga or meditation with the doors closed or a late-night dance party; no matter the vibes of your group this is your bonus space- make it into whatever works!

To the left is a 22-person dining area that just received a makeover with new wallpaper and fixtures. Perfect for a group dinner but also equipped with an unassuming 50" Smart TV mounted on the wall. This is the ultimate game night spot! And we provide all of the Adult games (and kid ones) because we think nothing is better than a game night with a big group of friends/family.

There is a half bath conveniently located off of this area leading to the kitchen.

The chef's kitchen comes fully stocked for cooking all standard meals for a large group, with double ovens, 2 dishwashers and all cookware and dishware provided. There is a second full size fridge with freezer in the newly renovated game garage, just off the kitchen. The bar stools on the island are great for the cook or bartender who wants to entertain. Ready to relax? We have some lovely personal chefs who we can recommend. Sit back and enjoy the meal being made and served while you hang with your guests.

Off of the kitchen you'll find a small sunroom with seating and a separate nook with a Twin daybed. There's a laundry area that passes through with double doors to the Primary King bedroom.

There is another full bath off of the living room.

Bedroom 1: Primary King has its own private entrance to the pool area , a double vanity full bath, gas fireplace and 50" Smart TV. This room has an optional twin cot that can also be set up, sleeping up to 3.

The living area has a new sectional sofa, a 55" Smart TV, game closets, and a pool table.

There is an additional Queen room on the first floor that has a jack-and-jill style bath that connects to the hallway.

There is a fully operational elevator in the entryway to easily get between the first and second floors. No need to haul luggage up a flight of stairs- simply send it up with you on the elevator!

SECOND FLOOR:
Up the spiral staircase or elevator you'll find our additional guest rooms and baths.

A pass-through area has a Twin daybed that we provide bedding for.

Queen guestroom with ensuite full bath

Queen guestroom with full bath adjacent in hallway.

Queen guestroom with ensuite full bath and private observation deck brick balcony that wraps around the side and front of the house

1 Queen and 2 Twins (in one room) with ensuite full bath

We are happy to discuss your stay; don't hesitate to reach out with any questions!

Amenities:
- Heated saltwater pool (Open April-October)
- Hot tub (open year-round)
- Lake with stand up paddle boards and kayaks
- Pool table
- Ping pong table
- Air hockey table
- Basketball net
- Tether ball
- Wood fire pit
- Indoor and outdoor games


***PLEASE NOTE: NO PETS ALLOWED***

Private lake, not shared by neighbors.

Micro and very small weddings only. Perfect for rehearsal dinners, family reunions or other gatherings. Please inquire as there are additional fees associated.

Owners quarters/Property Manager maintains separate basement apartment. Pool, hot-tub, outdoor spaces etc are private spaces of guests and will not be shared by owner or property manager

Guest access
The entire property except the basement apartment and the 3 car detached garage (storage area for grounds-keeping).

Where you’ll sleep

Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
1 king bed, 1 single bed
Bedroom 3
1 queen bed

What this place offers

Garden view
Lake view
Waterfront
Kitchen
Wifi

2 nights in Charlottesville

Dec 13, 2024 - Dec 15, 2024

4.91 out of 5 stars from 140 reviews

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
This listing's location is verified and the exact location will be provided after booking.

Neighborhood highlights

15 Secluded acres. Neighbors own 20, 300 and 100 acres, but the property is just 1.9 miles off of the interstate.

Meet your host

Superhost
655 reviews
4.97 out of 5 average rating
12 years of hosting
Where I went to school: DeSales University
My work: WKNDR Design (Interior Decorating + Property Management) and RKPT WKNDR (Women’s clothing boutique in Rockport, MA)
Hi, I’m Becky! After 9 years in the medical sales industry, I officially resigned from corporate America and began my own business in 2014 designing and managing vacation rental properties. I am the owner of WKNDR Design (Interior Decorating + Design Services) and while I do still love to cater to furnished rental properties, I have taken on plenty of residential and several commercial design projects. Come say hi to me and follow along upcoming Airbnb design projects on the 'Gram @WKNDRdesign - I love when guests tag me in their pics so I can see all of the fun they are having at the house or out and about in Charlottesville! I split my time between Charlottesville, VA and Rockport, MA and in 2021 I opened a clothing boutique in Rockport called RKPT WKNDR [rockport weekender] @RKPT_WKNDR on IG. Whenever I am not in C'ville I have a great team of reliable helpers make sure that everything runs smoothly at the homes that I host. My days are always exciting and different, between hosting, interior design projects, and the boutique! But in the moments between all of the hustle and bustle, I love sharing a great meal out with friends -favorite restaurants in C'ville are MAS, Oakhart Social, Alley Light and BANG and favorite restaurants in the Rockport area are Tonno and, of course, fresh lobster from Roy Moore Lobster Co. Sipping wine on my balcony over the harbor Rockport is my happy place, and I am a firm believer that laughter is, in fact, the best medicine. I am always happy to go above and beyond to make my guests feel comfortable and have a great experience. My #1 goal is for you to have a wonderful time! Need suggestions for vineyard tours, restaurants, or other activities? I am always available to assist with itinerary planning. Don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions and we would love to host you and your group in our beautiful C’Ville!

Becky is a Superhost

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Co-hosts

  • Seth
  • Randy
  • Haley

Host details

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
No pets
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Pool/hot tub without a gate or lock
Nearby lake, river, other body of water