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"The Sparrow" at Historic Downtown Staunton

Cottage in Staunton with kitchen and patio

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
"The Sparrow" at Historic Downtown Staunton provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly

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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.

"The Sparrow" at Historic Downtown Staunton

Cottage in Staunton with kitchen and patio
This smoke-free cottage features laundry facilities. The cottage boasts a fireplace and offers a kitchen and a dryer. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a fridge and a microwave, and other amenities include a patio and a Smart TV.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Samantha Shover

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and 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

About the area

Map
Staunton, VA

What's nearby

  • American Shakespeare Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mary Baldwin College - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gypsy Hill Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Frontier Culture Museum - 6 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Staunton Station - 9 min walk
  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Green Room - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bricks Restaurant & Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wright's Dairy-Rite - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Crucible Coffee Roasters - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Depot Grille - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is "The Sparrow" at Historic Downtown Staunton pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at "The Sparrow" at Historic Downtown Staunton?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "The Sparrow" at Historic Downtown Staunton?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "The Sparrow" at Historic Downtown Staunton located?

Located in the heart of Staunton, this cottage is steps away from Wilson Park and Staunton Railroad Station. R.R. Smith Center for History & Art and The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library are also within 10 minutes. Staunton Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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"The Sparrow" at Historic Downtown Staunton Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly J.

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

Birthday

Spent my 60th birthday here with my best friend! Awesome trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

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

Cute little house

We’re in town for the magic city festival as well as parents weekend at JMU. Great location to walk to the festival
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kammie R.

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

Family fun

We enjoyed the hospitality and location of The Sparrow for our daughter’s college graduation!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Shari M.

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

Sparrow

We had a relaxing time
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi A.

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

Charming home & close to town

The Sparrow is most charming and the host was most hospitable. We were close to the lovely town of Staunton and the master bedroom & bath were very comfortable!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren W.

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

Perfect!

The hosts were unbelievably accommodating and the place was perfect for our family!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly K.

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

Family Girls’ Weekend

Sparrow House is comfy, cozy and well cared for. Close walk to town for dinner and shopping, or great jump off spot for vineyards and outdoor recreation. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark N Sue W.

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

Spring Reunion

Three college friends got together and this cottage was great!Comfortable beds, nice living room to chat in. Enjoyed evenings out on the deck!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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

Cute house that has been beautifully updated

My husband and I stayed here over a long weekend to explore the Staunton area and it worked out nicely. The owners were always very on top of communication, kind, and accommodating. Everything in the home was decorated well, and functioned well for 2 people who like to save a bit and do breakfast in the house and have some leftovers around after eating out. The location was close to downtown and we walked practically everywhere in the downtown area from the house. It does sit atop a pretty steep hill, with a couple block walk on the opposing side to above the train station and down some stairs. Worked out well for us since we like to walk places if possible, but it may be a challenge for someone who wants to walk but needs flat ground. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gilian F., -

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

Lovely house; lovely location

Four of us (two couples) spent three nights at this cottage while we attended the local Shakespeare festival. The house was in a terrific location, just a short walk from town but far enough away that it was quiet and peaceful at night. The property was immaculate, and the front and back porches were as nice a place to rest and relax as was the living room. The kitchen was provisioned with everything we might need, and the owners left us a welcome basket of sweet and savory treats to enjoy. When we come back next year, we will certainly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben C.

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

A Quaint Gem

This was an ideal rental for our family of four. The cottage is located in close proximity to Woodrow Park, which provides a walking bridge to cross the railroad tracks and venture into the historic downtown district on foot. The hosts were super nice and had all the lights on in the house when we arrived late in the evening; there was no fumbling in the dark to punch in the lock code or enter the house, which we very much appreciated. This was probably the cleanest VRBO rental we’ve ever booked, as well. The whole house was spotless. We hope to be back as soon as the American Shakespeare Center performs MacBeth. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

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

Super cute, great location

Adorable house, lovely host, wonderful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

The Sparrow was superb, clean, well-equipped, charming, reasonably priced and close to downtown.

Such a great weekend staying at The Sparrow in Staunton. Perfect place for a girlfriend’s getaway! The owners stayed in touch before and during our stay. They were so hospitable!! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen R.

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

Grindstone 100 Oasis

We loved The Sparrow and it proximacy to everything we needed. The cottage was very clean and adorable and all the utinsels needed to cook were available. It was nice to walk to the historic downtown and feel safe doing so. We highly recommend The Sparrow to other travelers.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

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

Short distance to town/very clean/great host

The host couple of this house were wonderful. They answered all my questions and provided little extra things for our stay. The house was also sparkling clean. The house is within walking distance to downtown Staunton (although it is a steep hill to walk there) It is an area where some of the houses are being remodeled and some are not lived in. As mentioned in their write up- their house was completely remodeled. We are an older couple so it was a little tough going up and down the stairs from kitchen and living room to downstairs bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022