Welcome to La Fourche! This historic Keswick estate with pool was exquisitely renovated and professionally decorated in 2021 to provide comfortable elegance in a quiet country setting. Located at the epicenter of early American history, it is just 15 minutes from downtown Charlottesville & UVA, and near Virginia’s presidential homes, multiple vineyards, and the acclaimed Jean Georges restaurant at Keswick Hall. Enjoy quiet seclusion and luxury with easy access to all things Charlottesville! The space This elegantly renovated estate includes a mix of antiques and modern furnishings thoughtfully chosen for elegance and comfort. Highlights include: - 6 bedrooms (2 with king sized beds, 3 with queen sized beds, and a room with two singles and a crib) - 5 full baths and 2 half baths - Black out curtains and sound machines to ensure the best night sleep for all! - Fully equipped kitchen - Newly installed 15’ x 60’ swimming pool with 15’ x 15’ tanning shelf for shallow splashing and sunning - High Speed Wi-fi throughout property (speed tests at 428.1 Mbps download, 39.1 Mbps upload) - Smart TVs in two bedrooms and first floor library - Large patio with 2 grills (one gas, one charcoal) and firepit More about the space: The first floor of the estate includes a formal living room with oversized windows and pastoral views, an elegant library, a stylishly designed dining room with seating up to 12, kitchen with eat-in breakfast table for 4, a formal entry hall, an oversized half bath, and a screened in porch with seating for 8. The second-floor features 4 bedrooms. The oversized master suite includes a California king bed with smart tv, a large seating area, a walk-in closet (with washer and dryer), a spacious and newly renovated bathroom with double sinks, a large tub, and a walk-in shower. Down the hall is a well-appointed guest room with grandiose windows and pastoral views contains a king-sized bed and an en-suite full bath. The third bedroom contains a queen bed and a Juliet balcony, while the fourth bedroom contains two single beds and a crib (perfect for kids and adults alike!). These bedrooms share a newly renovated full bath in the hall. The third floor opens to an oversized office with three desks and breathtaking views of Brown’s Mountain/Monticello. Off the office is a walk-in laundry room, a fully stocked linen closet, and two beautifully appointed bedrooms. Both contain queen beds and en-suite bathrooms. The newly landscaped and meticulously maintained grounds are on 3 acres of property. Features include an oversized patio with firepit and fenced in pool with an ample pool deck to host all guests staying on property. Seating at the pool consists of 8 lounge chairs, two dining tables (including seating for 6 and 4 guests) 6 oversized umbrellas to provide plenty of shade, and a lounge area and couch that seats 6. The pool offers the ideal space to relax and cool off in a private setting while enjoying the Virginia countryside. La Fourche is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and the Virginia Landmarks Register. The property was originally developed in 1788 as a tavern/inn, and served as a center for regional travel, mail, and voting during America’s early days. Distinguished figures including Marquis de Lafayette stopped at the tavern on their way to visit Thomas Jefferson at Monticello. The property was expanded and converted to a family home ca. 1860, with extensive renovations and additions ca. 1920, 1935, 2003, and 2021. It is notable for its primarily Colonial Revival style with Italianate remnants displayed in its prominent features such as Chinese Chippendale railings; Doric columns rising from the foundation to the roofline and two-over-two window sash. The property retains its rural character with neighboring fields and large residential parcels immediately surrounding it. Services Included: -Cable TV -Free High Speed Wi-Fi cable Equipment Included: -Pool toys -Board games -Outdoor fire pit with wood -10 pool chairs, 2 outdoor dining table and seating for 6 at 4 respectively at the pool. Outdoor couch for seating for 6, pool umbrellas, and outdoor beer/wine fridge for your use while you relax poolside! -Pack and Play (available upon request) -2 outdoor grills, one propane and one charcoal. -Outdoor patio seating for four -Spices, paper towels, trash bags, laundry and dishwasher detergent, toilet paper, shampoo, and cleaning products etc. Guest access Guests will access to the entire private house and pool. Other things to note Other things to note: Child Safety: There is a fence, and locked gate around the pool. Keys to access the pool will provided during your stay. -Use of indoor fireplaces are not permitted for use during your stay. Liability Waiver: You understand that swimming in the pool is at your own risk and that special risks may be involved with swimming. You accept full responsibility for any bodily harm arising from swimming and hold the owner harmless. You understand there are potential dangers that swimming may present to children who are not carefully supervised, as well as the danger to any person swimming if a person has health risks, or if a person swims while intoxicated or using any kind of drugs or medications, or while pregnant. You agree to be fully and solely responsible for any accidents you may incur. You understand the risk discussed above and agree that you will assume all responsibility for yourself and for the consequences of those in your party. You agree to waive any claim whatsoever against the owner for accidents or claims arising from swimming, All Airbnb guest in my party acknowledge and agree that they have read and understand this waiver and they acknowledge that confirming below constitutes a binding and enforceable contract me Airbnb guest and Airbnb host.