Welcome to A Peace of Paris, our historic home nestled in the quaint village of Paris, with sweeping views of the rolling Blue Ridge foothills. The perfect location 1 mile to Sky Meadows State Park, Shenandoah River, 7 minutes to Upperville Horse Show, Middleburg, and many wineries and breweries.
A fully fenced and spacious backyard, perfect for dogs and children.
A Peace of Paris in Paris, Virginia
Entire Home Description:
Amenities to Enjoy:
✓ Hair dryer, cleaning products, shampoo, conditioner, body soap, hot water, and shower gel provided for your convenience.
✓ Bedroom and laundry amenities include a washer, free dryer (in unit), towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, hangers, bed linens, extra pillows and blankets, iron, and clothing storage.
✓ Entertainment options include a TV for your enjoyment.
✓ Family-friendly amenities include a pack 'n play/travel crib (available upon request) with sheets provided, children's books and toys, booster seat high chair (available upon request), children's dinnerware, fireplace guards, and board games.
✓ Outdoor playground with a play structure for children to enjoy.
✓ Heating and cooling options include air conditioning, an indoor fireplace, ceiling fan, portable fans, and central heating.
✓ Home safety features include a smoke alarm, fire extinguisher, and first aid kit.
✓ Stay connected with WiFi
✓ Fully-equipped kitchen where guests can cook their meals.
✓ Outdoor amenities include a private patio and balcony off the master bedroom, fully fenced private backyard, fire pit, outdoor furniture, and BBQ grill.
✓ Free parking on premises.
✓ Pet-friendly accommodation, with assistance animals always allowed.
Places to See:
- Sky Meadows State Park: Explore the scenic trails and enjoy outdoor activities in this beautiful state park.
- Shenandoah River Access: Take a relaxing canoe or kayak trip along the picturesque Shenandoah River.
- Upperville Horse and Colt Show: Witness the elegance and excitement of equestrian events at this renowned show.
- Wineries and Breweries: Indulge in wine tastings and brewery tours at the local wineries and breweries in the area.
- Middleburg: Visit the charming town of Middleburg, known for its historic buildings, boutique shops, and equestrian culture.
-Appalachian Trail: Access is 1/4 mile away.
Local Airport:
- The nearest airport to Paris, Virginia is Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), is located approximately 40 miles away. Reagan National Airport (DCA) is 60 miles away.
HOUSE RULES
Please:
*Make yourself at home. We want you to be comfortable and enjoy your stay. If you have concerns or need assistance, let us know. Please don’t leave a negative review if you didn’t give us a chance to make something right during your stay.
*Treat our furniture and household items gently and with care. We’ve taken extra measures to ensure there are games, puzzles, books, comfy furniture, and other niceties to make your stay pleasant. We want you to enjoy them and continue to offer them to future guests.
*Observe quiet hours outside from 9:00 PM – 8:00 AM. We love our neighbors and want them to love us and our guests. PLEASE DON'T PARK IN FRONT OF NEIGHBOR'S HOMES!!
*Be sure outdoor fires stay in the pit and are completely put out before leaving the area. There is a hose connected to the cabin that will reach the fire pit if needed. (Outside firewood should not be used for indoor fires.)
*Be extra careful on the stairs to the second floor. They are steep and uneven and extra caution must be used. Not as convenient, but there are outdoor stairs leading to the master bedroom that may be used if needed.
*Clean up after your dog. Hazel Grace loves to share her space, but she’s a bit of a neat freak and wants her yard to be kept clean and tidy. (And she’s not allowed on the furniture, so she doesn’t want any of her guests to, either!)
Please Do Not:
*Host parties or allow extra friends to spend the night.
*Smoke (anything!) There will be an additional cleaning fee of $300 if smoke is detected in the house.
*Hit your head on the low ceilings! There are several places with low ceilings/thresholds. Please become familiar with these to avoid unnecessary headaches
Other Info:
Bedroom 2 is located off the master bedroom. There are doors to separate the rooms, however, to get to the MB from inside the house, you must walk through Bedroom 2. There is a private entrance to the MB from the balcony outside.
Bedroom 4 is the original part of the house, a log cabin located directly behind the main house. It is attached to the house, however, to access the bathroom, you must leave the log cabin and walk a few steps to the main house. The bathroom is just inside the door of the main house.
The indoor fireplace in the living room and woodburning stove in the kitchen are functional. REMEMBER TO OPEN FLUE BEFORE STARTING FIRE. Additional firewood can be purchased at Safeway in Middleburg or several places in Winchester.
The electrical panel is located to the right of the refrigerator, behind the hidden wall panel.
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Please empty all trash into outside bins. DO NOT remove sheets from beds but leave used beds unmade. Put used towels in the bathtubs. Place dirty dishes in dishwasher and start a cleaning cycle. Remove open food from refrigerator and freezer.
History of Home:
Our home is registered on the National Register of Historic Places. According to the Department of Interior, sections of the home are thought to have been built in 1788. The full-length front porch outlined by a dry stone wall is one of the unique characteristics of this home. Step back into history with the log cabin, stone chimney, wood beams & wood floors in the kitchen and underground quarters room. The modern Commissioner of the Revenue position was created in 1869 when VA Constitution was rewritten and VA was readmitted to the Union, following the Civil War. After two original cabin buildings were connected by additions in 1889, the home was registered with the newly reformed Commissioner of Revenue. In the 1900's, further additions were added. Unique build designs are evident, such as stairs to accommodate Victorian dresses with petticoats, and a staircase was added on the side for easier access to the upper level. Supposedly used as Headquarters for Colonel Mosby during the Civil War. Colonel John Mosby was a Confederate army cavalry battalion commander in the American Civil War. The NY Times Archives states in an article from The Baltimore American, how in 1864, the Colonel went into the home but was tricked by Corporal Simpson of the 21st New York Infantry Regiment, "leaving Col. Mosby dismounted & outwitted of his best horse, saddle, pistols and overcoat, two Yankee prisoners, and with at least one vacancy among his commissioned officers." This property was originally the current dining room & cabin, thought to be used as a headquarters and area for soldiers, supported by building descriptions in this and other articles. Peter Glascock acquired the deed for what became this village in 1786 from Kimball Hicks. The land had been part of the Northern Neck Proprietary and part of Thomas Lord Fairfax's Leeds Manor. With sweeping views of the rolling Blue Ridge foothills, Paris is a village once called Pun'kinville due to its remote location. The VA General Assembly in 1810 issued a charter for a town at the intersection of Ashby Gap Road (authorized to be paved that year, later became Route 50) and the Dumfries-Winchester Road (Route 17), though the town was platted two decades earlier. In 1819 the town was renamed to memorialize the tour of the returning Marquis de Lafayette to the US after the War of 1812. The area was surveyed by George Washington in 1769.
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