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VCU • Fenced • Pet Friendly • Keyless • King Suite + 2 Queen Bedrooms

Holiday home with kitchen, 10-minute walk to Virginia Commonwealth University

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Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
In the heart of Virginia Commonwealth University area, Base Camp RVA offers a cozy retreat. Take a short stroll to the James River or explore nearby parks on foot or by bike with secure storage available. With a well-equipped kitchen and spacious living areas, this pet-friendly townhome is perfect for active travelers and their four-legged friends.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

VCU • Fenced • Pet Friendly • Keyless • King Suite + 2 Queen Bedrooms

Welcome to “Base Camp RVA”.

Crisp, clean, & comfortable, this Virginia Commonwealth University area Townhome is centrally located & extremely walkable. We think that “Base Camp RVA” is the perfect pet-friendly base camp to enjoy & explore downtown Richmond, VA for active travelers and their four legged friends!

“Base Camp RVA” is a short stroll to the James River, with parks on three sides along with VCU and Oregon Hill on the others. The VCU area is perfect for walking & cycling explorations. Rent an electric bike at the Petronius S Jones Park, a few blocks away or bring your bike and keep secure at “Base Camp RVA” in the locked storage shed off the back porch.

Historic Hollywood Cemetery, on the National Register of Historic Places serves as the final resting place for 2 United States Presidents and offers views overlooking the James River. Sitting 2 blocks away, this Cemetery is lovingly enjoyed by countless Richmonders, and visitors alike for it’s unparalleled peace and beauty.

“Base Camp RVA” provides a well equipped kitchen, with generous cookware, plates, utensils, etc.; a downstairs half bath, and upstairs full bath with tub, Master Bedroom with King, & 2 queen bedrooms. The bedrooms and living room
have Roku TVs with Netflix. The dining area and living room both provide ample room for a group of up to 6. The front porch and back deck are great outdoor spaces with seating for 2 in the front and ample space in the rear. The large backyard is fenced, with large gate doors that open to the alley & garbage receptacles.

We look forward to hosting you at “Base Camp RVA” during your visit to beautiful Richmond, Virginia! Please let us know if you have any questions.

Lynley Ritchie,
Ritchie Hospitality

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Randolph Neighborhood Gem Close to VCU
VCU King Suite + 2 Queen Bedrooms Off street Parking
VCU • King Suite + 2 Queen Bedrooms • Off Street Parking

About the area

Map
Richmond, VA

What's nearby

  • Virginia Commonwealth University - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Maymont Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Altria Theater - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Broad Street - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • James River - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Richmond Main Street Station - 8 min drive
  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Abi’s Books & Brews - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪City Dogs - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Piccola Italy Pizza & Subs - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Beauvine Burger Concept - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is VCU • Fenced • Pet Friendly • Keyless • King Suite + 2 Queen Bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at VCU • Fenced • Pet Friendly • Keyless • King Suite + 2 Queen Bedrooms?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at VCU • Fenced • Pet Friendly • Keyless • King Suite + 2 Queen Bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at VCU • Fenced • Pet Friendly • Keyless • King Suite + 2 Queen Bedrooms?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is VCU • Fenced • Pet Friendly • Keyless • King Suite + 2 Queen Bedrooms located?

Located in Randolph, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Virginia Commonwealth University and Broad Street. Byrd Park and Hollywood Cemetery are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

VCU • Fenced • Pet Friendly • Keyless • King Suite + 2 Queen Bedrooms Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 128 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy walk to VCU in a quiet neighborhood; great for your dog too

Everything you need for a stay in Richmond, especially if you have family at VCU.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay for my trip

The house was cozy and warm, we really enjoyed it.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anh B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay, as described

Lovely cozy place. Thank you for allowing our fur family members too!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfect intown location

This is a beautiful spot the home is lovely
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Comfy Retreat

Adorable house in a nice neighborhood, close to town. The home was exactly as described—clean, beautifully decorated, and stocked with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Highly recommend. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Meredith L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Richmond Getaway

The location was perfect for us. We loved being able to walk to Hollywood cemetery, and my husband loved being able to easily bike to both the Pump House park and to the Belle Isle bridge. Everything else was an easy drive(under 10 minutes). The property was clean and, check in/out was very easy. We would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Will be staying here again!

My daughter will be attending VCU this year and I am so happy I found this property. Very clean and that fact I can bring my fur babies made it feel just like home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute place with all the little touches and easy walking distance to VCU and lots of parks

Great place with easy parking, nice backyard for the dog, totally renovated inside. Will stay again next time I’m visiting VCU.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Corry R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for central Richmond visit

Stayed just two nights over Easter weekend with our kids and grandkids. We sll did a zip-line course on Saturday and a picnic/Easter egg hunt on Hollywood Cemetary on Sunday.The place was perfect for us. Well-equipped kitchen, well decorated, very comfortable beds. The hosts could not have vern more gracious and helpful. Vey
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient & Comfortable

Camp RVA is a comfy stay for you & your pet! The host thought of everything for us & our furry friend. This home is located close to EVERYTHING in RVA, convenient for driving or ride-sharing, etc. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Clean and fairly quiet spot in a great location. Two large parks nearby and tons of available food options. We got takeaway from different nearby restaurants each night and also got groceries from Whole Foods, all within a 5-10 minute drive.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good Location

We were in town because our son is stationed at the base. The rental location was cool because its near VCU and there are restaurants and sights near by. The house had plenty of room for all of us and was comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfectly suited our needs

Perfectly suited our needs
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great find

The property was very clean, and the neighborhood was quiet and welcoming.. as well as close to VCU!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfect for us

Our children and their families live on northside but this southside location was very convenient to our favorite restaurants and shops where we spend time with them. Host was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Boldig A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Residential stay

House was clean and as listed. It was a homebase as indicated. Not a neighborhood to wander around in to get coffee or walk to eat. Owner added small touches to make the stay nice
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute place and great location.

The house was cute with a lot of space. I’ve never been to Richmond but the location was close to many places (VCU, Hollywood cemetery, interstate). Lots of places to eat and shop. Hostess had great communication before our visit! Neighborhood was safe and quiet with a cute park and bikes to rent down the street. Thank you to our hostess for the snacks and welcome!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

We stayed here to attend a music festival. The property was clean with lots of nice touches. There were snacks and all convenience appliances, which were clean and in good working order. The yard was fenced which was great for pets who were in unfamiliar surroundings. The beds were super comfortable and the linens clean. Great wi-fi and so nice to have a TV in all bedrooms for everyone to enjoy. The kitchen was super clean, which is important to me when preparing food. Nice front and back porches to hang out on. Good area to take early morning walks in; close enough to restaurants if we preferred to walk instead of drive. Adequate parking for our entire group. We'd stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Home for a Great Weekend.

The host was extremely helpful in explaining the process of entering the home and how we had full access to all amenities available. When I arrived, I noticed that pictures did not fully do the home justice. Each room had its own unique mood, showcasing their personalities, while featuring their settings of comfort. The entire house was designed well and clean from top to bottom. Overall, I and my party’s stay was pretty enjoyable and I would recommend it to all those, who are seeking a home, full of character, tranquility and relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Home Closeby every gem in RVA

The house is a great size, 3 full size bedrooms and a comfortable living room, kitchen, and dining room. Fenced in back yard with porch was great to hangout in with the doggos. The location is walkable to all the good stuff on Cary and Main St near the Fan District, less than 20 minute walk to PBR and other good bars and restaurants, 10 minute walk to the Pit and the Peel on Main for some coffee and brunch. The host graciously has a bunch of snacks and coffee for use, in addition to dog treats! She even gifted us some local Crumbl cookies and had fresh flowers in the dining room and master bedroom. Great space for families with children or pets, awesome stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Kristy K.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Expensive for what you get

The townhouse is located in a very run down section of the area. It is close to VCU and very walkable to the restaurants in the area. The house is very worn out, a number of repairs needed, and was not well cleaned for us. The backyard is usable for dogs to go out which was helpful, but the back gate does not shut securely. Our SUV did not fit in the parking spot provided but there was ample street parking. Overall it was overpriced for what you get.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leticia V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!!

This house is very close to Careytown and Maymont Park. I had one minor issue but once I contacted the owner she immediately responded. This place was perfect for us! It was quiet and very clean. The beds were very comfortable. The only issue that we had was that there were very few cooking utensils and not enough pots/pans. I prefer to cook when traveling and we only eat out one night. It saves us $$ and time. I made the owner aware and she came over within the hour. Everything else was fully stocked! When arriving we saw the wonderful coffee station, extra snacks and delicious treats!! My kids and I were very impressed. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. The house was cute, clean, and convenient to the interstate. The beds were comfortable and there were plenty of linens and towels. It could use a new set of cookware, but we were able to cook 2 basic pasta meals with the pots and pans that were there. We loved being able to park our car securely behind the back gate. We also loved that our pup had a yard to roam without having to be leashed. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spending a few extra days with daughter

Loved the house and enjoyed our stay very much highly recommend 10 stars!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Clara M.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Location
Our stay was fine overall, but there were quite a few issues that made it less enjoyable than we hoped.The air conditioner made a loud *boom* sound every time it turned on and off, which was especially disruptive at night.When we arrived, the bottle of Dawn dish soap at the kitchen sink was completely empty. I let the owner know, and their only response was, *“Let me know if you’d like me to bring some.”* I felt a more proactive approach would have been appropriate.There was also a leak from the fridge when using the water dispenser — bad enough that we had to soak up the water with several small towels any time we used it. The owner said they’d get someone to fix it *after* we left, which didn’t help us during our stay.The back gate didn’t function well either. The temporary fix was a bungee cord, which was awkward to use. The back sliding door with a curtain that didn’t slide easily was difficult to use.As for the location — it was fine, but a bit worn and rough around the edges. There are definitely more charming areas to stay and I’d search a little harder for something nicer.Overall, the visit was okay, but between the disruptive noise, maintenance issues, and a generally “just okay” atmosphere, we probably wouldn’t return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025