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The Birdhouse - Cozy Cottage Retreat in Richmond

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Smart TV, fireplace
Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Richmond, VA
  • Place, South of the James Market
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Phideaux Field
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Broad Street
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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The price is €141
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
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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 Birdhouse - Cozy Cottage Retreat in Richmond

Welcome to The Birdhouse — A cozy place to land.

This property is a cozy, thoughtfully designed garden cottage tucked behind our home in Richmond’s historic Swansboro neighborhood. Created as a peaceful refuge for travelers, this warm and inviting retreat blends vintage charm, layered textures, and all the comforts of home just minutes from downtown.

Whether you're visiting Richmond for work, medical travel, a weekend getaway, relocation scouting, or simply a relaxing escape, The Birdhouse offers a quiet, beautifully curated place to land.

Enjoy a king bedroom, electric fireplace, full kitchen, local coffee, private fenced yard, off-street parking, and a peaceful garden atmosphere filled with birdsong and native plants.

The Birdhouse is a lovingly designed backyard cottage inspired by tiny cottage living, vintage craftsmanship, and the feeling of true hospitality.

Every detail in the space was intentionally chosen to create warmth, comfort, and a sense of refuge for guests on the move. Inside, you’ll find layered textures, antique and reclaimed furnishings, handcrafted details, soft lighting, and meaningful objects with stories to tell.

Perfect for couples, solo travelers, traveling professionals, medical stays, friends exploring Richmond, or small families.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be within walking distance of Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center. Features include laundry facilities. The cottage offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine and fireplace
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 7 minutes by car from Virginia Commonwealth University and 8 minutes from Broad Street
As a guest of The Birdhouse - Cozy Cottage Retreat in Richmond, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Richmond cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck/patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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The Birdhouse - Cozy Cottage Retreat in Richmond Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most beautifully finished cottage! Host very responsive!! Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026