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Hunt Box-Antique Filled Cottage on Lowelands Farm-Middleburg

Hunt Box-Antique Filled Cottage on Lowelands Farm-Middleburg

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Front of cottage, French doors on left lead to stone patio
Front of house showing covered porch on the right. Den is inside porch door.
Fully equipped kitchen looking into living/dining great room.
Living room/dining room from stairway landing.  French doors to stone patio.
Dining area, seating for 8

Overview of Hunt Box-Antique Filled Cottage on Lowelands Farm-Middleburg

10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

Middleburg, VA
  • Popular LocationCana Vineyards and Winery13 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreenhill Winery & Vineyards14 min drive
  • Popular LocationStone Tower Winery17 min drive
  • AirportWashington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)35 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Den

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Hunt Box-Antique Filled Cottage on Lowelands Farm-Middleburg

The Hunt Box is located on our family farm where we raise Christmas trees, herbs and flowers, right in the heart of Virginia’s Hunt Country. In 2002 we built this house based on our studies of the architecture of Colonial Williamsburg. We gave it a tidewater story-and-a-half appearance with standing seam metal roof, clapboard siding, stone and stucco foundation, cozy front porch and second floor dormer windows. The interior is highlighted by the stone fireplace and rough beam mantel, large light-filled windows that overlook barns, woods and pastures. Most unique is the wide plank flooring of oak and chestnut which originated from a hundred year old barn in Sperryville, VA, which we had dismantled and made into flooring for the cottage. The stone for the fireplace was unearthed here on the farm. The configuration of bedrooms is: the top floor (2nd story) has a large master bedroom with king bed, dressing table, dresser and sitting area, plus flat screen TV and walk-in closet, as well as a smaller bedroom with an antique iron and brass double bed and corner sitting area; there is a shared double vanity bathroom on this level. The first floor has an entry area leading to the formal 'great room' with the dining area. There is a fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and a separate mudroom/laundry room. The third bedroom is on this level, with a walk-in closet, full bath and flat screen TV. This serves as a sitting room/den during the day and uses a queen pull-out sofa for overnight. This room leads to a lovely covered stone porch with pastoral and sunset views from the old-fashioned porch swing. We are conveniently located 6 miles from Middleburg, 38 miles West of DC, 35 miles East of the Shenandoah Valley, on a quiet country lane in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

This Williamsburg reproduction guest cottage is decorated as a traditional English Hunt Box, with equine art and memorabilia, lovely antiques, oriental carpets on wide-plank oak and chestnut floors, a stone fireplace and high-end bed linens. Enjoy the outdoors from two patios and a covered porch, with views of mountains and fields. Relax in the comfort of a fully-equipped modern house with a touch of our English heritage.

Our surroundings provide the opportunity to witness the traditional fox hunt, watch farm-related chores and animals, walk along quiet country roads, hike to Goose Creek, enjoy our extensive flowering trees and perennials, or simply relax on the porch swing while you watch the sun setting over the Blue Ridge Mountains. Guests can enjoy seeing our miniature donkeys romp around their pasture. Mother Nature provides the opportunity to experience: the flights of red-shouldered hawks, pileated woodpeckers and the occasional great blue heron; our perennial pair of Canada Geese walking through the horse field; deer grazing in our fields and the nightly sounds of owls and spring peepers.

Our farm is located one hour west of Washington, D.C. and 40 minutes west of Dulles International Airport. We are in a rural area with farms 300 to 1500 acres nearby. Fine dining is available in every direction from Middleburg to Leesburg, Warrenton, Upperville and of course the D.C. area. Recreational activities exist all around with Vineyards and Wineries, Museums, Battlefields, hiking on local trails or the Appalachian Trail, horseback riding, tubing on the Shenandoah River at historic Harpers Ferry, WV. Loudoun and Fauquier Counties have the largest concentration of wineries in the state, providing the opportunity to spend full days touring and tasting a great variety of Virginia wines.

The cottage would be an excellent home base while visiting Washington, D.C. or for the business person doing an extended stay in the DC Metro area or the Dulles Corridor and wanting space for their family to visit on weekends. A great weekend escape for residents of the DC area, we welcome weekend foxhunters, couples on retreat, families seeking country pleasures, cyclists, writers seeking solitude or anyone wishing to immerse themselves in the mystique of Middleburg and the hunt country of Virginia. Those involved in fox hunting will enjoy our proximity to all of the local hunt meets; the Middleburg Hunt and The Snickersville Hunt pass through adjoining farms. We welcome riders in the numerous horse shows in our area, from the Hunter/Jumpers to Steeplechasers. Garden lovers and those following the spring garden tours will love our proximity to the Virginia State Arboretum at Blandy, Oatlands Plantation, Morven Park, Long Branch, and numerous other historical homes and gardens.


Keywords: Antique-filled rental cottage on our farm in Hunt Country

Property manager

Karen Lowe
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There will be an additional 7% charged for a local Tax charged after booking. This is due to how Vrbo currently processes taxes.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Leesburg

Located in Leesburg, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Cana Vineyards and Winery and Tudor Day Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Audubon Naturalist Society Rust Nature Sanctuary and Veterans Park at Bulls Bluff. National Sporting Library & Museum and Great Country Farms are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Cana Vineyards and Winery - 13 min drive
  • Greenhill Winery & Vineyards - 14 min drive
  • Chrysalis Vineyards - 17 min drive
  • Oatlands Historic House & Gardens - 17 min drive
  • Stone Tower Winery - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Red Horse Tavern - 13 min drive
  • The Pit Stop - 15 min drive
  • King Street Oyster Bar - 12 min drive
  • Gold Cup Wine Bar - 19 min drive
  • The Red Fox Inn & Tavern - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hunt Box-Antique Filled Cottage on Lowelands Farm-Middleburg pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hunt Box-Antique Filled Cottage on Lowelands Farm-Middleburg?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hunt Box-Antique Filled Cottage on Lowelands Farm-Middleburg?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hunt Box-Antique Filled Cottage on Lowelands Farm-Middleburg located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Catoctin Valley, Glenwood Park and Oatlands Historic House and Gardens. Cana Vineyards and Winery and Trowbridge-Lewis Galleries are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joyce B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Middleburg Hunt Box and lovely farm
Just a “storybook” Hunt Box on a storybook Middleburg farm! The house is charming , lovely and warm as is Host, Karen!! A wonderful welcome gift of wine, honey and mulling spices greeted us and a perfectly built/prepared fire ready to be lit and enjoyed on the drizzly, chilly fall night when we arrived. We were in love with their two mini donkeys ( we have owned 5!) and a Mama cow and her two little calves! Just a lovely weekend - we came to enjoy the Christmas in Middleburg weekend - notably the parade of the horses and hounds down Main St. All was lovely - thank you , Karen and Rick!! We look forward to our next stay with you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonya S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space, great area!
The place, although on the owners main home property is far enough away not to feel like you are on the property with others nearby. The owners are very helpful and responsive. The place is clean and the area is so quiet, with the exception of farm animals.... it is a bit out of town, but not too far and the drive is nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful Fall Wedding Getaway
This elegant and peaceful property was a perfect stay during our daughter's wedding. Karen & Rick are welcoming, gracious and helpful hosts. Their welcome book with local tips makes me want to book a return visit. They extended many courtesies throughout our stay. Warmly, Marge and Kevin
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

thomas t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Very nice
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway!
Great house located not far from town of middleburg. House was very clean and had great personal touches that really made it feel like home! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Karen Lowe

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We have lived in Middleburg since 1977 and enjoy gardening, photography, kayaking, hiking, reading, antiques, architecture and travel. Rick is a life-long Washingtonian, while Karen spent part of her childhood abroad before coming to the D.C. area. Over the years, we developed our 66 acre farm to raise and market Christmas trees, herbs and horses. We built our home and barn first, then the guest cottage. We enjoyed years of escorting our son and daughter, and their numerous ponies and horses, to horse shows throughout the Eastern U.S. Our daughter, her husband and our grandchildren live in their new home on part of our farm. Our son, an economist and MBA, is now the Director of Global Finance for the Tom Ford Division at Estee Lauder. Rick has retired from residential real estate sales after a 25 year career, and Karen has developed and run a small gourmet food business producing herbed and fruited honeys and wine vinegars for the past 35 years. Karen is the President of Goose Creek Herb Guild. We enjoy numerous trips each year to the Eastern Shore of Virginia , where we enjoy the island life at Eagle's View, our waterfront vacation home on Chincoteague Island, and our antique house, My Chesapeake Dream, in Cape Charles.

Why they chose this property

The pastoral scenery, wildlife and quiet country roads are what drew us to Middleburg. We cherish the friendly hospitality of the hunt country, the traditions and history of the area. The serenity our quiet country farm setting provides is a delight, yet we are within an hour of the Kennedy Center, Smithsonian Museum, National Art Gallery, National Cathedral, Georgetown and all the cultural opportunities in our Nation's Capital.

What makes this property unique

We enjoy the serenity...the absence of traffic sounds, the presence of bird calls, the expansive views, the walks through the tree field or up the gravel road. We spend relaxing time leaning on the fences, watching the horses, cows, donkey and miniature goats grazing in the pastures, often joined by a small herd of white-tail deer in the evenings. We enjoy birdwatching and identifying many species, hearing the call of the mourning doves and seeing hawks riding the air currents. We love to read on the stone patios, nap or read on the front porch swing, serve meals al fresco, and enjoy the fresh air! On a winter evening, a blazing fire in the stone fireplace encourages many happy conversations. The sunset view from the den and covered porch is quite spectacular! On the farm we have one retired show horse, a darling miniature donkey, miniature goats, chickens, a Scottish Highland cow, our doggies, perennial flower gardens, a Christmas tree farm and endless quiet roads and hiking trails available....our definition of Paradise!

Languages:

English

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