My renovated townhouse is located in the historic Fan District; within walking distance of dozens of restaurants and VCU's Monroe Campus. The guest room has a private entrance through the garden and a single off-street parking space. City of Richmond permit # STR-088266-2022 Come and explore the heart of Richmond's historic Fan District. My house on Floyd, is a few blocks away from VCU, hailing distance from the James River, and a brisk walk to Downtown or Carytown. Built in 1889, the modest frame house is set back slightly from its neighbors. It nestles behind an iron fence and arched gate, in an established garden. It was the first house built on the block and has a fenced garden at the rear of the house. Guests will stay in my first-floor apartment, in which I live, as well. There is one shared bathroom, two steps away from your room. You have a Tuft and Needle double bed. There is hanging and bin space for your belongings, and there are many books and art supplies already in the room. Your room has a private entrance from the garden and a reserved off-street parking spot. The garden screen house is a pleasant place to enjoy a drink. The guest room has a new full-size bed and mattress. There are down and feather pillows and soft cotton sheets and fluffy towels. Extra blankets and pillows are in the wardrobe. In the morning, if I am home, I will make a carafe of coffee. There is an assortment of teas, as well. You are welcome to use the refrigerator and the stove for light cooking. The 26" monitor is equipped with Chromecast. You can cast your Netflix, Amazon, Hulu and other accounts for viewing. Wifi is available. The house is within walking distance of thirty restaurants, coffee shops and bars. There are museums, galleries, parks and the James River, all within a short walk or drive. Carytown, a dynamic shopping and entertainment district is a mile away. Cyclists are welcome. There is uncovered storage, in the yard, for your bikes. You will have full access to guest room, kitchen, and bath. Guests are welcome to share the use of the back garden and detached screenhouse in the yard. Please ALWAYS lock the side and rear gates. The owner's gentle dog, River, may try to slip out. Thank you for watching out for her.w I have been hosting guests, long, and short-term for many years. I enjoy company and making people feel at home. Mornings, if I am there, I will make a carafe of great freshly-ground coffee. How much we interact depends on your preference. I love Richmond and am happy to share local lore and make recommendations. The Fan is filled with wonderful architecture and interesting, creative people. My favorite Cuban restaurant is two blocks away, Foo Dog, a half block, and the James River and Hollywood Cemetery are a twenty minute walk, a bike ride or a short drive away. We are a five to ten minute walk to the Seigel Center and VCU. There is public transportation within a block, and churches, theaters and dozens of restaurants within and easy walk or drive. Arrival: Let me know when you expect to arrive. If anything changes your estimated arrival time, please call or text. Please share the first names of guests accompanying you. I want to refer to you both in my review. Text or call when you are about a half hour away so that we can be there to help you settle in or answer any questions.