Rental unit in Rice

Welcome to your home away from home, a 950 sq ft beautifully furnished apartment over detached garage with views of the fields and woods. We are a short distance of 10.1 miles from Hampden-Sydney and 5.7 miles from Longwood University. New in 2025: Washer/dryer added in the garage. Access to the garage at the bottom of the steps leading up to the apartment. 65” Samsung smart tv. Water softener system added in fall of 2024. The space 1 BR / 1Ba 950 sq ft apartment - $1,475 Available 7 December. Please note: Non-smoking property Not pet friendly Carport parking New in 2025: New garage doors with whisper quiet opener Water softener 65” Samsung Smart TV Washer/dryer- located in the garage with easy entry through the door at the bottom of the apartment steps. We are listed with Furnished Finder, Richmond Craigslis, and Airbnb. We have many reviews of the apartment on Airbnb and Furnished Finder under Rice, VA. We have enjoyed renting to medical travelers and visitors to the area since moving to Virginia in 2012. Our main home, as told to us, was originally a one room log cabin which has been added on to and updated over the years. In the late 1850's the four square was built to the front of the cabin and has expanded with successive owners. The detached garage, which houses the apartment above, is only used for storage so no worries about vehicle fumes or noise. THE APARTMENT • Roomy with one bedroom and one bathroom. • Main floor is open layout (kitchen, living room, dining room). • Wi-Fi • Central Heating and air conditioning. • Six acres of property with room to roam. • Seasonal garden (nothing like a fresh vine ripened tomato!). So, depending on the time of year you stay, this is a big plus! • Fresh well water which is triple filtered at the source! • Rinnai tankless on demand hot water heater ensures hot water when you want it! • Beautifully furnished leather seating and antiques to provide comfort and relaxation after a day of exploring this historic area! • Private double length carport adjacent to apartment for parking. THE PORCH • Enjoy your mornings and the gorgeous sunsets overlooking the garden and fields you sit on the front porch. THE KITCHEN • Equipped with pots, pans, toaster, utensils, etc. • Food delivery from a variety of local restaurants available through Wayfastdelivery. • Keurig • Open to dining room which features an antique English pub table and 4 chairs THE LIVING ROOM • Open layout so dining room and living room are together and open to kitchen • 66” LED TV • Nicely lit with large windows, track lighting and ceiling fans/lights. • Twin daybed • Leather seating perfect for lounging or a nap. THE BEDROOM • Beautifully upholstered queen size bed with a Restonic Marvelous Middle mattress, dresser, antique vanity, antique nightstand, ceiling fan and closet. 24" TV with cable box THE BATH • Full size bathroom with bath/shower, sink, toilet. Bath towels, hand towels, bath mats, and wash cloths. IT'S THE LITTLE THINGS • The apartment is beautifully furnished with leather seating and antiques to provide comfort and relaxation after a day of exploring and working in this historic area! Enjoy your choice of seating on the front porch to watch the fabulous sunsets! • Rice, Farmville and the surrounding areas provide a great place to live and play. We hope to make your trip as stress free as possible! • Although we are available to answer your questions, a house manual is provided with the WI-FI password, local eateries, area brochures/pamphlets and information including grocery stores, and more. • Pillows and mattresses are all encased in Aller-Ease Water Proof Allergy Protectors for your comfort and peace of mind. Linens are washed in All Free and Clear detergent between guests for those with chemical sensitivities. THE NEIGHBORHOOD • We are set back off highway 460, Prince Edward Highway. The apartment, located over the detached garage, is set back further from the house, overlooking the garden, giving both peace and privacy. • We are located midway between Lynchburg (1 hr) and Richmond (1 hr) and just a few short minutes from Farmville. Amelia and historical Appomattox are just 30 minutes away. Charlottesville is approximately 1 1/2 hours. Hampden Sydney is 10.1 miles away while Longwood University is 5.7 miles door to door. GETTING AROUND • Being located along highway 460, getting to your destination is a breeze. Guest access Full apartment, covered carport and the downstairs covered porch. Feel free to stretch your legs and explore the property! If we are not home when you arrive, the key will be available through a combination lock box. Other things to note Check-in/check out times, outside those listed, are flexible depending upon guests departure/arrival prior to/after your stay. We will do our absolute best to accommodate your needs! We do have one extremely friendly "city- fied" pup, a smaller standard poodle as part of our family. She is an indoor dog who are only outside if with us or to use the bathroom. Please let us know if you have a fear of or allergy to dogs so we can ensure they are on a lead when outside during your stay. None of the pets have had or will have access to the apartment affording our guests a pet allergy free environment!