If you’re a student of history, then you would understand Appomattox’s importance during the time of the American Civil War. The area is in Virginia, about 95 miles (152 kilometers) west of the state capital, Richmond, and America’s Highway, better known as I-95. Appomattox was originally named for a local Indian tribe, and served as the historical site where the bloodiest conflict in US history finally ended with Confederate General Robert E. Lee surrendering to the future face of the 50 dollar bill, Ulysses S. Grant, in 1865. This event aimed to unify the country going forward, and the exact site of the proverbial white flag raising is preserved and maintained by the National Park Service. Come check out Civil War reenactments (spoiler alert: the South loses :p), museums, landmarks and wartime relics, Victorian architecture, locally sourced wine/tobacco, and all the charms of the small town, colonial Amurrrica. Here are the top 10 Airbnb vacation rentals in and around Appomattox, Virginia.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 06, 2024.
1. four-bedroom home (from USD 450)
Travel back to the Jazz Age, in this 1930s-built home that can accommodate large groups of up to 13 people. Four bedrooms, 11 total beds, two and a half bathrooms, and a spacious living room are all there to justify bringing the whole squad out. Appomattox is about 15 minutes east of the cul de sac.
Concord, Virginia, United States
15.75 km (9.8 mi) from The American Civil War Museum - AppomattoxAccommodates: 13
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2. Rustic, historic farmhouse (from USD 130)
Pen a raunchy love letter to your favorite southern belle at this rustic farmhouse, after spending the day loafing about historic Appomattox. The two bedroom, slice of America’s hard-bodied past can accommodate up to six guests, and is also close to the High Bridge State Park Trail when you want to inhale some mountain air and invigorate the tired senses.
Pamplin, Virginia, United States
17.36 km (10.8 mi) from The American Civil War Museum - AppomattoxSuperhost
Accommodates: 6
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one thing it has ac so it’s still comfortablethe house was so comfortable and the views of the farm were awesomebeautiful setting and comfortable bedsit was so charming and comfortable that we did not want to leaveCleanliness:
very clean and comfortablethe house was clean and comfortablesuper clean everything was just as describedthis place was great super clean and charmingthe house was perfect clean and very comfortableHost:
our hosts were greatthe hosts were accommodating and welcominggreat host and very helpfulthe hosts were great as wellmet the homeowners who were very friendly and accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
we loved taking a long walk around the property down the lane and on their roadquiet and secluded it was perfect for just getting away from civilizationthe place is just beautiful away from the city a blissful place to spend a vacationloved walking in a field close by and picking wildflowers for the breakfast tablegreat location near farmville appomattox and high bridge trail
3. The Tyree Traveler
Although this house is NOT named for New York Giants’ 2007 Super Bowl hero, David Tyree, it’s still a viable lodging spot if you’re passing through the Appomattox and Lynchburg areas. A family of six can comfortably stay here, and it’s great for those looking for Virginia higher education institutes to attend, as it’s less than a 15-minute drive from three different schools (Sweet Briar College, Liberty University and Randolph College). A change of scenery can also be had in downtown Lynchburg, just a few minutes away.
Madison Heights, Virginia, United States
25.02 km (15.6 mi) from The American Civil War Museum - AppomattoxAccommodates: 5
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there was no tv but the wifi was fast and allowed us to stream movies without any problemsvery easy to access space and lots of room for family membersthe beds were comfortable and we had plenty of room to spread outCleanliness:
clean and comfortable placethe place was clean and check in was easyif the house is deep cleaned and small updates made it would have been a great stayHost:
she was responsive and helpfuljoleen was a great host everything was very nicejoleen was super helpful and resourceful with any questions or concerns i hadjoleen is a great host and was very quick to respond to textsjoleen is very nice and responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
the place is in a good location and proximity to liberty university and was quietgreat houes great value great locationit was in a quiet neighborhood yet was an easy drive to the liberty university campusthis house is in a nice quiet neighborhood that is a 7 minute drive to downtown lynchburgthe property itself is in a nice quiet neighborhood which is a huge plus
4. Charming cottage near Lynchburg
A perfect autumnal scene can be captured at this cottage in the woods, about 25 minutes from Lynchburg and its airport. Enjoy the foliage and relax by the outdoor furniture and bonfire pit, or have a nice family picnic or a group speakeasy under the pastoral pavilion. A stocked fishing pond and a hot tub can be accessed on the host’s property.
Appomattox, Virginia, United States
9.92 km (6.2 mi) from The American Civil War Museum - Appomattox
5. Relaxing ranch for large groups
That very same cross-section of land discussed in our previous listing offers another ranch for larger groups a bit further up the road. The stunning, three-bedroom home’s design allows you to experience the vast expanse of Appalachia, and become one with the history of America. Or, you can just chill in the hot tub, lallygag around the wraparound deck and forget about all that. Up to ten guests are welcomed.
Oakville, Virginia, United States
10.28 km (6.4 mi) from The American Civil War Museum - Appomattox
6. Tudor-inspired manor-style home (from USD 155)
Within walking distance to the shops, historic monuments and visitor sites of Appomattox, this English Tudor inspired, manor style home was converted into a five-bedroom bed and breakfast, and damn sure should be near the top of your list of places to stay. You’ll feel like you’re enjoying the perks of King Henry VIII right in Virginia, only without the man’s legendary mean streak and silly wardrobe.
Appomattox, Virginia, United States
2.28 km (1.5 mi) from The American Civil War Museum - AppomattoxAccommodates: 6
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breakfast was good but better (unflavored and stronger) coffee would have made it much bettereven though they are no longer serving a hot breakfast the continental breakfast choices were abundant and deliciouswe had a delicious homemade breakfast the next morningthe rooms and furnishings were clean and freshwe had a great time at lara's longacre bed and breakfast in appomattox virginiaCleanliness:
the cleanliness of the house was totally impressivei stay in many hotels that are nowhere as near to being as clean as longacreHost:
renee is the perfect hostwonderful hosts and beautiful homethe hosts were friendly and helpfulthe host is attentive and responsive" the owners are friendly and most accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
quiet and comfortable location to relax in after a long drivefantastic location to downtown and all the sights assertions appomatoxthe location was perfect for our historic appomattox national park visitclose to the historic sites for a wonderful visit to appomattoxroller skating rink was close by and a lot of fun
7. One-bedroom flat that exhibits southern elegance
Sip mint juleps on the front porch lounge, and live life like a southern politician in this picture of elegance. The one-bedroom flat available in Lynchburg is sectioned off from a restored Georgian mansion, originally built in 1907. The master bedroom was once the ladies sitting parlor, and those walls probably heard a few people complain about the inhumane constrictions of Prohibition back in the day.
Lynchburg, Virginia, United States
30.77 km (19.2 mi) from The American Civil War Museum - AppomattoxTop guest reviews
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comfortable and convenient there is no better place to stay in the ‘burgthe pull out sofa is comfortable and the linens on the queen bed were sumptousit is super clean with beautiful furnishings and comfortable decorbeautifully renovated space with luxurious bathroom and bedroom with a gorgeous fireplace high ceilings and comfortable bedthe apartment was beautiful comfortable & clean with all the amenities one could needCleanliness:
it was clean as a whistle and well appointedcheck in cleanliness communication and space were all greatwe had the best stay the place was thoughtfully decorated and really clean and comfortableit is spacious spanking clean and so tastefully and warmly decoratedeverything in this home is spotless and extremely well decoratedHost:
host is very responsivethe host was gracious & promptly responded to our queriesrefs communicated very quickly and was an excellent hostexcellent experience with the host who tried to meet our every needred was a great host and the house was just beautifulRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful location close to downtownexcellent safe location in the heart of a college friendly neighborhood close to downtown and dining toothe location is perfect for dining or walking in downtown lbgreat location beautiful and comfortablereasonably priced and a great location
8. The Standing Rock Campsite in Appomattox
Unplug for a night or two in the backwoods, and roast some s'mores over an open fire at the Standing Rock Campsite. Pitch a tent and enjoy the scenery along the banks of the creek. Fish, climb rocks, go canoeing, and enjoy the rest of that Daniel Boone outdoorsy stuff. Breakfast and specially prepared, candlelit romantic dinners on the water are also offered by the hosts, so inquire within and check out the different culinary options available.
Appomattox , Virginia, United States
11.75 km (7.3 mi) from The American Civil War Museum - AppomattoxTop guest reviews
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superhost and friendly melody answers all questionsthe host was very accommodating and made sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our stay
9. Woody's Mountain Retreat with views of Blue Ridge Mountain
Get back to your roots, and stop by Woody’s Mountain Retreat, which is only 20 minutes from the attractions of Lynchburg and nearby college campuses for the academics/debauchery sesh seekers of the world. The authentic, three-bedroom log cabin atmosphere offers awe-inspiring views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and a gas fireplace for warmth. The trademark corn cob pipe and banjo are not included, sorry to say.
21.38 km (13.3 mi) from The American Civil War Museum - Appomattox
10. Cottage on Evergreen Lavender Farm
Since we’re “farming” for Airbnb listings in the Appomattox area, the cottage at the Evergreen Lavender Farm easily made the cut. Up to six guests can enjoy a stay in the country habitat, to a soundtrack of livestock calls off in the distance. The house is just four miles (2.4 km) away from the Appomattox Court House National Historical Park and the American Civil War Museum, and guests are invited to get involved in the lavender harvesting/distillation process during the growing season (mid-May through early July). In case you were blissfully unaware, lavender oil has a number of different therapeutic uses for skin care, stress relief, and insomnia. Roll around in a tub of it for a few hours.
Appomattox, Virginia, United States
8.08 km (5.1 mi) from The American Civil War Museum - AppomattoxAccommodates: 4
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the "cottage" is an entire house with large rooms comfortable furniture and a well-equipped kitchenvery spacious and comfortable fully stocked kitchenCleanliness:
it is clean and the linens are luxuriousthe house was cleangreat place to stay very clean and comfortable very much enjoy it herequiet clean place to enjoy a few days checking out the areait is sparkling clean and bigger than expectedRead more reviewsHost:
bonnie and ken were great hostwe didn't have a chance to meet ken but bonnie is a very friendly welcoming hostess
Appomattox addicts
Appomattox is a memorable and educational place to visit in and of itself, or if you’re traveling interstate and just need a layover place along your journey to check out. The museums, national parks, nature scenes, and overall antique aura will resonate with travelers of all ages and backgrounds.
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