Historic Home Near Old Town

Entire home in Petersburg, Virginia, United States

  1. 3 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 2 beds
  4. 1 bathroom
Hosted by Ethan
  1. Superhost
  2. 2 years hosting

Listing highlights

Self check-in

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Extra spacious

Guests love this home’s spaciousness for a comfortable stay.

Dedicated workspace

A room with wifi that’s well suited for working.
Private 1850's Greek Revival Home in Historic Petersburg!
-Minutes away from Old Town restaurants and shopping
-One block from Poplar Lawn Park
-Fast wifi, dual zone central ac/heat
-Newly renovated first and second floor
-Sleeps up to three (couple + one or two singles)
*Please read full listing before booking as not everyone will feel comfortable in our lower income neighborhood.

The space
THE SPACE
Here's what you can expect at the McGill-Branch Home:

UPSTAIRS BEDROOM
queen bed, walk-in closet in adjoining room with seating

BATHROOM
Newly renovated! Marble floors, shower, double vanity, toilet, towels, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, toilet paper

UPSTAIRS FAMILY ROOM
Sleeper sofa with sheets and pillows in closet, additional seating, Roku TV

DOWNSTAIRS LIVING ROOM
Couch and two chairs (seats 5), Roku TV, additional furnishings

DOWNSTAIRS DINING ROOM
Dining table and chairs for 6, desk and chair, wet bar, kitchen cart that includes microwave, mini fridge, Keurig coffee maker (coffee pods, sugar, creamer), instant breakfast items, dishes, glassware, and silverware.

****KITCHEN IS LOCATED IN ENGLISH BASEMENT AND IS NOT ACCESSIBLE TO GUESTS. Please see kitchen cart description above and pictures.

CLIMATE CONTROL
Dual zone central heating an cooling with thermostats located on each floor

PATIO
The outdoor patio is equipped with a firepit and seating. NOTE: the pond is under maintenance and covered and will re-open in May.

PARKING
Free on-street parking directly in front of the entrance

PETS
We welcome one house trained, well-behaved dog to come with you for an additional $75 fee. Please note that the yard is large but not fenced.

IS THE NEIGHBORHOOD SAFE? Yes. Before it was on Airbnb, the home was our residence for two years. We've had no problems with safety or any issues related to personal property. There are few homes on our street and our area remains relatively quiet and peaceful. We realize everyone has their own level of what makes them feel comfortable and we hope that this might help our guests decide if the McGill-Branch Home is right for them.

WHAT'S NEARBY:

Downtown Restaurants, Shopping, Brewery: 5 min
Poplar Lawn Park: 1 Block/1 min
Virginia State University 7 min
Petersburg National Battlefield Park: 9 minutes
Pamplin Historical Park: 12 min
Richmond, VA: 25 min

AREA DAY TRIPS:

Colonial Williamsburg: 1 hr 5 min
Busch Gardens Williamsburg: 1 hr 5 min
Pocahontas State Park: 26 min
Virginia Beach 1 hr 50 min

Guest access
Guests are renting the entire home (not sharing the property with others). The English basement kitchen is not accessible to guests.

Other things to note
For those interested in Civil War history and the history of this property (McGill-Branch Home):

Captain Edward B. Branch (later Major Branch) purchased the property in 1862 and occupied the home while serving as the confederate quarter master for Petersburg during the Civil War. Because of Petersburg's crucial importance as both a supply and transportation hub, the weight of responsibility placed on Major Branch would have been large. He was a participant in many important decisions and actions relating to war materials and troops as evidenced by records deposited in the National Archives. After the war, Branch became Petersburg's superintendent of schools. In 1882, he partnered with Governor William Cameron to pack the Petersburg Board of education with nine Readjuster supporters (six white and three black). This resulted in the hiring of black teachers in the Petersburg public schools, the removal of 25% of the white teachers and the placement of black principals over white teachers. These actions were revolutionary in their political and social consequences.

Where you'll sleep

What this place offers

Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises
Pets allowed
TV

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Petersburg, Virginia, United States
Exact location will be provided after booking.

Neighbourhood highlights

In 1784, Robert Bolling’s land which lay between the towns of Petersburg and Blandford was subdivided into lots and became the neighborhood of choice for many of the city’s most prosperous merchants. The area was soon extended to the south, and a large plot was given over to be a park. This park, a two-block green located between South Sycamore and South Jefferson Streets, follows a baroque plan consisting of a circle with irregularly spaced paths radiating from it. Early in the 19th century, a dining hall, banquet and bath houses, and ballroom all were located here. Volunteers in both the War of 1812 and the Mexican – American War drilled and camped here. The city purchased the park in 1846 for $15,000, improving it with graveled walks, fountains and new plants. In 1881, its name was changed to Central Park.

Some of the town’s grandest Greek Revival, Italianate, Queen Anne and Colonial Revival mansions were built surrounding the park. This residential neighborhood is comprised of two to two and a half story, middle class to upper middle class mid to late 19th century structures. The lots along Sycamore Street are landscaped with twenty-five foot setbacks and front yards enclosed in cast-iron fences. The adjoining streets are lined with exquisite row-houses and detached dwellings, some constructed as early as the 1820’s. The area was built up so extensively during the second half of the 19th century, that it became one of the premiere Victorian communities of postbellum Virginia.

Meet your host

Superhost
181 reviews
4.96 out of 5 average rating
2 years of hosting
Lives in Petersburg, Virginia

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 16:00
Checkout before 11:00
3 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Nearby lake, river, other body of water
Carbon monoxide alarm