Downings Farmhouse - a Historic 6 Bedroom Home on 3 Acres of Yard and Forest | House in Farnham

9.8 (8 Reviews) |   6 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  17 Guests
Farnham House | Downings Farmhouse - a Historic 6 Bedroom Home on 3 Acres of Yard and Forest

6 Bedroom House in Farnham

Welcome to Downings Farmhouse, a historic property in the middle of Virginia's beautiful Northern Neck, featuring 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 living room spaces, a formal dining room, and the historic original general store of the Downings area. Close to a beautiful State Park on the water (with beach, kayak rentals and hiking trails), wineries and more, this home is the perfect place to gather with family and friends.
The house has three living room spaces: a large formal conversational living room with a wood burning fireplace, a playroom, and a lounge upstairs, the last two of which have smart TVs for video games (you can also bring your own Nintendo switch to use with the docking station) and movie nights. A wide assortment of toys are available to keep kids entertained: Lego, Hot Wheels, marble run, wooden train tracks and wood blocks. The house also has a classic pinball machine, air hockey, a foosball table, and various board games and puzzles to keep the whole family entertained during your stay! Starlink internet is provided for streaming needs.
The classic kitchen with a large copper farmhouse sink features a 48 inch Wolf gas range with 6 burners and griddle; double ovens; KitchenAid standmixer; microwave; dishwasher; Sodastream; Nespresso and drip coffee machine; Ninja Blender, and; a wood burning stove with additional cooking surface and oven. Fully equipped with Hexclad pots/pans, Le Creuset and Lodge Dutch ovens and various cooking utensils, this kitchen is ready for chefs and large gatherings. Outside, in the barn, you'll find a double grill BBQ station on wheels that you can move out for grilling while staying in the shade on sunny days. The grill has a practical Santa Maria adjustable add-on for live fire BBQ or height control over your coal.
The original portion of this home was the local general store and post office of the Downings area built in the 1830's. This historic room is a unique place to gather and appreciate the craftsmanship of the era such as the antique counters, the original rustic floors, and the complex mechanism of what was at the time the first elevator in the Northern Neck, visible on the 2nd floor.
The 6 bedrooms provide ample sleeping accommodations for large groups of families and friends up to 17 guests.
Bedroom 1, the primary room: king bed
Bedroom 2, the kids' room: 2 sets of bunk beds plus an extra twin mattress (bunk beds are for children only, no adults please)
Bedroom 3, the cedar room: queen bed, desk
Bedroom 4, the chalet: queen bed
Bedroom 5, the blue room: 1 double bed, 1 twin, and twin trundle
Bedroom 6, the pink room: king bed
The wide porch off the kitchen is a great space for outdoor lounging and dining, where you can observe hummingbirds zooming around and eagles and hawks soaring high. The farmhouse sits on a 3 acre lawn and forest property which you can explore, with a fire pit and outdoor games such as bocce, croquet and badminton. Make sure you explore the massive magnolia tree or take a nap on the hammock under the pines! We also have a range of beach and water toys and a 13ft long inflatable mat to enjoy the local beach at Belle Isle State park. Additional local outdoor activities within a 10-15 minute drive include local and state parks on the water with beaches, picnic areas, playgrounds, and hiking trails.

Downings Farmhouse - a Historic 6 Bedroom Home on 3 Acres of Yard and Forest is located in Farnham. Downings Farmhouse - a Historic 6 Bedroom Home on 3 Acres of Yard and Forest provides accommodation, featuring Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, among other amenities. This House features Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Downings Farmhouse - a Historic 6 Bedroom Home on 3 Acres of Yard and Forest has 6 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 17 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Farnham has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Farnham, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • 3 bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 6 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove
  • Dining room
Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Hiking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Power boating nearby
Entertainment
  • Video games
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Foosball table
  • Smart TV
General
  • Unit size: 5500 sq ft (511 sq m)
  • French
  • English
  • German
  • In a rural location
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Children's toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
Internet
  • Free WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps
Outdoors
  • Porch or lanai
  • Firepit
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Michael M.
Jun 1, 2025 06:50:01 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Beautiful historic home with upgrades (power, air/heat, bathrooms). House was huge. Lots of large rooms/gathering spaces, bedrooms and beds. Full kitchen with any accesory you would need to make a family meal. Hosts were great to work with.
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