Charlottesville Travel Blog

Perfect Polo Weekend in Crozet
Do you want to get out into the Blue Ridge this summer and enjoy some hiking, shopping and polo?! Crozet, VA boasts one of the country’s greatest polo fields- King Family Vineyard . Family run and operated since 1998, the grounds and wine of this… Read more

Why You Should Stay in a Charlottesville Vacation Rental
Looking for a destination for your next family getaway or romantic couple’s trip? Charlottesville offers a variety of outdoor activities, historic sites and tours, and unique eateries and wineries. Find one of our charming Charlottesville vacation rentals to call your home-away-from-home while you explore nearby… Read more
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A First Timer’s Guide to Charlottesville Vacation Rentals
Charlottesville is a charming and historic city to visit. With UVA’s campus located in downtown Charlottesville, nearby wineries and breweries , historic sites, and delicious restaurants, you’ll never run out of things to explore! But before you pack your bags, find a home-away-from-home in a… Read more
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Create the Perfect Moment on Vacation
“Here’s our three-part recipe to create more moments of elevation for your r entals in Charlottesville VA : (1) Boost the sensory appeal; (2) Raise the stakes; (3) Break the script. Usually elevated moments have 2 or 3 of those traits.” ― Chip Heath, The… Read more
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Spring and the Charlottesville Viognier Wine
The daffodils are in full bloom and the cherry blossoms are slowly coming to full fruition. This couldn’t be a better time to book your ticket to Charlottesville ! With the spring equinox behind us and spring officially here, what better time to stroll Jefferson’s… Read more
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How to Beat Graduation-Tips and Tricks
University of Virginia’s graduation is one of the most amazing weekends of the year here at Guesthouses. We love welcoming the parents, friends and families from around the country to Charlottesville, Virginia for such a momentous occasion. It is an honor to be the hosts… Read more
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Create A Memorable Holiday for your Guests!
Several of our homes, cottages and suites are rented out during the holiday season! Our goal at Guesthouses is to provide guests with a world class vacation experience. We want people to come in, unwind and truly feel like they are on vacation when booking… Read more
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Spread the Christmas Cheer in Cville!
“The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear!”-Buddy, The Elf While we don’t sing from the rooftops with our Christmas carols, we are so happy to share our wonderful Charlottesville during this time of year. The season really kicks… Read more

Charlottesville’s Downtown Mall Shops!
Here at Guesthouses, we love to shop locally! And the stores in the Charlotteville Downtown Mall are great to get immerssed in. Charlottesville is a mid-size city/town booming with amazing places to buy a gift for a friend, child or even yourself! There are several… Read more
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Iconic Charlottesville Walks-For Everyone!
Whether you are a runner or a casual walker, Charlottesville is a great place to explore the outdoors through nature or in the city. We feel like it is best in all seasons, but the spring and fall really do showcase the town so well!… Read more










