Little Yellow House: Walk to Downtown Staunton

Welcome to Staunton! This historic home was one of the original workers' cottages in the 1800s. It's located downtown with a short walk to shops, restaurants, bakeries, Mary Baldwin University, Gypsy Hill Park, and Blackfriars Playhouse. It has all the charms of an older home like original pine floors and tavern-style doors, but with a modern kitchen, bathroom, internet, and AC. There is plenty of street parking and the neighborhood is beautiful! The space Welcome to Staunton! This historic home was one of the original workers' cottages in the 1800s. It's located downtown with a short walk to shops, restaurants, bakeries, Mary Baldwin University, Gypsy Hill Park, and Blackfriars Playhouse. It has all the charms of an older home like original pine floors and tavern-style doors, but with a modern kitchen, bathroom, internet, and AC. Free street parking. The cottage is a perfect blend of old and new! Built around 1855, the home was restored in 2017 and much of the original character and materials were preserved, including original pine floors, tavern-style doors, a hidden stairwell to the loft, and a fireplace (non-working). The home also has all the necessary creature comforts of today: high-speed internet, heating, air conditioning, and a full-sized washer/dryer! Please note the fireplace is only decorative. The bathroom is located on the first floor and has a restored clawfoot tub. This means there is a steeper step into the tub than with a modern tub, so you might choose to use the provided step-stool to help with access. The kitchen is small but functional: it has ample supplies to cook a delicious meal using the ingredients you've picked up from the Farmers Market or local surrounding farms, including a full-sized refrigerator, microwave and stove (there is NO blender, or dishwasher). In the morning, enjoy a fresh cup of coffee from the Keurig while you sit on the covered porch in the back. Behind the kitchen, you'll find the first bedroom with a closet, king-sized bed, and a vanity . You can access the two twin beds in the second bedroom loft through a set of hidden stairs located behind a door in the kitchen. The stairs to the sleeping loft are very steep and uneven, so it might not be an ideal spot for smaller kiddos. We welcome dogs. Please do not leave them uncrated. There is no fence in the yard, but the neighborhood is great for walking. We have a $100 pet fee. No cats, fines may apply. Guest access The home is located on a quiet one-way street with ample street parking! There is usually space available to park directly in front of the home. The neighborhood is located in the historic Stuart Addition district of Staunton, which means both the home and the neighborhood are listed in the National Register of Historic Places! Stroll the rolling hills and admire the beautiful architecture that pre-dates the Civil War. Walk into downtown to grab a bite to eat or browse a local boutique. Wander through the campus of Mary Baldwin University. Meander through Gypsy Hill Park and feed the ducks. Or, hop in your car and head to the mountains for a hike or stop around the Brew Ridge Trail's breweries and vineyards. Other things to note In early 2022, we purchased this already-running Airbnb from another host. The previous host was a Superhost with more than 70 reviews and an average 4.93 rating. We adore this home and want you to feel the same way, so we still use all of the same cleaning and maintenance personnel to ensure your stay is worthy of a 5-star review!