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3rd Floor Renovated 1 Bedroom Historic Flat Overlooking Downtown Mall - Parking Included. Across from Jefferson Theatre
Prime Downtown Charlottesville Apartment: Your Urban Escape Seeking a vibrant urban retreat with unparalleled convenience in Charlottesville? This beautifully renovated historic apartment, "Old Met 306," is perfectly situated directly on the iconic Downtown Mall. It's an ideal choice for couples on a romantic getaway, solo remote workers seeking a productive and inspiring workspace, or small groups (up to 4) eager to immerse themselves in Charlottesville's rich culture. Experience the perfect blend of historic charm and modern comfort, designed for direct access to the city's best. Why Guests Choose This Stay: Unique Features & Experiences Downtown Mall Views: Enjoy captivating views of the Historic Downtown Mall, placing you at the heart of Charlottesville's vibrant energy. Unique Artistic Touch: Unleash your inner musician with the apartment's grand piano, adding a unique and memorable element to your stay. Walk Everywhere Convenience: Park your car and forget about it! World-class dining, boutique shops, and vibrant nightlife are literally at your doorstep. Exploring Your Space: Comfort & Convenience Insights Living Area: Relax in a comfortable and stylish living room, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. Enjoy your favorite shows on the Apple TV with local channels and an HD antenna. Gourmet Kitchen: The fully equipped kitchen features modern appliances (fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher), a standard drip coffee maker, and all the cookware, dishware, and utensils you need to prepare meals with ease. Restful Bedroom: The main bedroom features a plush King-size bed with a full en-suite bathroom, ensuring a comfortable and private retreat. Flexible Sleeping Arrangements: An additional Queen pull-out sofa in the common space provides comfortable sleeping for two more guests. Spacious Bathrooms: With two full bathrooms, convenience and privacy are assured for all guests. Hair dryers are provided. In-Unit Laundry: A convenient washer and dryer are available within the apartment, making longer stays or quick refreshes simple. Work-from-Home Ready: High-speed Wi-Fi (details on speed available upon request, typically excellent for streaming and video calls) and dedicated spaces make this apartment suitable for remote work. Air-Conditioned Comfort: Stay cool and comfortable throughout your stay with central air conditioning. Discovering Charlottesville: Location & Nearby Attractions This apartment's location in North Downtown, directly on the Historic Downtown Mall, is truly unbeatable. Neighborhood Vibe: Experience the lively pulse of Charlottesville. The Downtown Mall is a pedestrian-only haven brimming with independent shops, art galleries, diverse restaurants, and live entertainment venues. It's a popular area, especially on weekends, offering a dynamic urban experience. Proximity & Use Cases: Direct Access to Downtown Mall: Step out your door and immediately immerse yourself in the vibrant pedestrian mall. Perfect for evening strolls, dining out, or catching a show. Short Drive to UVA: The University of Virginia is just a short drive away, making it convenient for visiting families or alumni. Easy Access to Wineries/Breweries: Many of Charlottesville's renowned wineries and breweries are within a 10-30 minute drive, ideal for day trips. Parking: One free parking discount code is provided for the public lot directly behind the building, offering hassle-free access. Local Gems & Insider Tips: Your Charlottesville Experience C&O Restaurant: For an unforgettable dining experience, try C&O Restaurant, just a block off the Downtown Mall. Known for its sophisticated American cuisine and historic ambiance, it's perfect for a special evening. The Jefferson Theater: Catch a live music performance at The Jefferson Theater, a beautifully restored historic venue located right on the Downtown Mall. Check their schedule for upcoming events. Ix Art Park: A short walk from the Downtown Mall, Ix Art Park offers a quirky and creative outdoor space with murals, sculptures, and often features local markets or events. It's a great spot for a casual stroll or to discover local artists. Guest Access & Experience: What to Expect Guests will have private and exclusive access to the entire "Old Met 306" apartment, including the full kitchen, living area, bedroom, and two bathrooms. Enjoy seamless self-check-in with detailed instructions provided before your arrival. As Superhosts, Stay Charlottesville is committed to ensuring your 5-star experience, with responsive support available via platform messaging for any questions or needs. Important Details for Your Stay: Noise Level: As this apartment overlooks the Downtown Mall, especially on Friday and Saturday evenings, the noise level from the bustling area may be higher. Light sleepers may wish to bring earplugs. Parking: One free parking discount code is provided for the public lot behind the building. Further details will be shared upon booking. Stairs: Please note there are stairs to access the apartment as it is located in a historic building. there is no elevator in the building.
Guest reviews from past stays.
April 2026
Violation of Agreement:
Upon violation of the following terms and conditions, specifically any occupancy limits, substantiated parking, noise and trash complaints in violation of the Good Neighbor Policy (hereinafter defined), the license is subject to immediate revocation, and Guest is subject to immediate removal from the Property, a minimum $500 fine and cleaning fees. Additionally, Guest acknowledges that they may be subject to consequential damages as a result of their violation, including, without limitation, damages associated with Stay’s inability to conduct short term rentals of the Property due to any permit revocation or suspension that may result from Guest’s use thereof.
Stay Charlottesville Rental Policies
The occupancy and parking policies are dictated by city and county ordinances to control the noise and congestion of our neighborhoods, as well as maintain the quality of our properties. To maintain our rental permits we cannot allow RVs, campers, trailers or tents at the homes and the occupancy limit of each home may not be exceeded at any time.
Below is the formal listing of our policies for all our properties:
Stay Charlottesville, LLC Terms and Conditions for License
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Dogs: Domestic or commercial animals are not allowed on the premises at any time unless approval has been given prior. Any sign of a dog onsite associated with the Guest’s group will be cause for immediate eviction and forfeiture of all rental fees. Additional cleaning fees starting at $500 may also be assessed.
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Smoking: Guests may only smoke outside all buildings on the Property. Violators of this policy are subject to a minimum $500 cleaning fee and any cost associated with removing smoke from property in addition. Additionally, it is paramount that all our properties remain smoke butt free and upon check-in must be found free of any smoke butts. Guest will be charged $75.00 per hour cleaning fee to remove and at a minimum of 1 hour being charged.
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Occupancy: The Maximum Occupancy of all properties may not be exceeded in the area of persons or vehicles at any time. Stay Charlottesville has a very strict Guest of a Guest policy. Guest is permitted 1 day guest for each guest of a licensed property. All additional guests must be out of the property no later than 11pm.
Vehicles must not exceed the amount stated on the Contract and must be parked onsite. Vehicles visible from the Property operated by persons at the Property will be deemed associated with the Property and in violation of the occupancy limit. Occupancy of persons will include anyone above the age of four on the Property. Only adults (25 years old and older) may reserve the Property and an adult must occupy the Property at all times when children are present. Violators of this policy are subject to an additional minimum $500 fee. Guest agrees to have additional cleaning fees for an occupancy violation to be charged to the credit card submitted upon booking.
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Good Neighbor Policy: Stay properties are located in mixed-use neighborhoods that include both short-term guests and year-round residents. We want you to enjoy your stay, but not at the expense of the neighbors, so please be considerate of the neighbors with your noise and activities. Guest acknowledges and agrees that it will abide by all state and local laws and ordinances applicable to the Property, including, without limitation, ordinances regarding noise, trash, parking and dogs. All outside areas and outdoor porches have a curfew of 10pm.
NOTE: License is subject to immediate revocation upon substantiated complaints from neighbors regarding any violation of this Policy. Additionally, Guest will be assessed a minimum $500 fine due to any valid complaints and Stay’s need to address them.
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Check Out Policy: check out time is 11:00 am, unless agreed upon with Stay, and Guest has paid the associated “Late Check-Out Fee”. Failure to check-out at 11:00 am will result in $75 for every additional hour Guest remains on premise of rented property.
Upon check-out time;
· TRASH: All trash on the premise must be bagged and disposed in trash bin located outside of the home.
· DISHES: All dishes, pots, and pans must be put away. Any remaining dirty dishes must be placed in the dishwasher and run prior to departure. Any dirty dishes found outside of the dishwasher will result in a fee.
· GRILL: If the grill was used during your stay please dispose of ashes and clean grill.
· FURNITURE: Moving furniture is discouraged to avoid damages and all furniture should be left in the original designated locations.
Failure to comply with the above “Check-Out” instructions will result in an automatic $75 charge and $75 for every additional hour required to clean. The charge will be applied via Airbnb or taken out of the deposit, whichever is applicable.
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Refunds: There will be no refunds for early departures, for breakdowns of air conditioner, heater, appliances, etc., if said breakdown is due to weather and/or other conditions over which property owner (the “Owner”) and Stay have no control. All signatories to this Agreement as Guests are jointly and severally responsible for the faithful performance of this Agreement. All payments made shall be applied to any outstanding balances of any kind including late charges and /or any other charges due under this Agreement at Stay’s discretion. All late charges, interest, NSF, or bank fees, and any monies due under this Agreement are hereby defined as, intended and considered to be additional rent.
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Cancellation Policy: Cancellation Policy is as set forth via Airbnb for each Stay Charlottesville property.
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Behavior/Damage: Guests may not permit any acts on the Property that violate any state law, Good Neighbor Policy, or other rules that may be established by Stay from time to time. Guests may not destroy, damage, deface, or remove any contents or permit any person to do so. Guests are liable for all damages to furnishings and the Property. Guests must report any damage found at Property so that Stay can hold the correct party responsible. Guest agrees to have all fees for damage to be charged via Airbnb submitted upon booking. If Guest is unwilling or unable to pay for damage caused by their group within 15 days from the departure date, they will be responsible for the cost of repair in addition to the cost of all legal, attorney and administrative fees incurred by Stay required to collect the balance owed.
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Disclaimer: Stay assumes no liability for damages, expenses or inconveniences due to loss of services out of its control and Guest waives any such claims.
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Termination: Guests shall use the premises only as a dwelling. Violation of terms of this Agreement is grounds for immediate revocation of this License and removal from the Property.
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Loss: Upon departure, inventory of all furnishings, appliances dishes etc. will be taken. Any missing or broken items may be charged via Airbnb.
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RV/Boats: Trailers, Campers, RV`s, Tents or Boats are not allowed on or parked near the Property.
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Doors Locked: Doors must be kept locked when the Property is not occupied.
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Keys: Keys must be left in the lock box prior to departure unless otherwise instructed by Stay or Owner at Property. If lost, Stay will have the locks re-keyed and the cost of such re-keying will be billed to the Guest.
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Legal: In the event Stay must bring action to enforce any provision of this Agreement, Stay shall be entitled to costs and fines plus attorney’s fees.
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Privacy: All credit card information is kept confidential via Airbnb and encrypted to prevent unauthorized charges.
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Children: The properties we manage are not child-proof and require children to be supervised by an adult at all times. Amenities such as furniture with sharp edges, games with small pieces, cleaning products and other examples known and unknown pose safety issues for unsupervised children.
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Lost and Found Policy: Stay and/or Owner are not responsible for personal property left behind, stolen, or damaged during your stay. Every attempt will be made to locate lost items, but there is no guarantee that they will be found. Upon check-out PLEASE make sure and take all of your belongings and check the Property carefully. There is a $50 minimum shipping charge on all returned items. Items are held for 30 days and then are donated to charity.
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Unavailability Provision: This Property may become unavailable due to circumstances outside of our control.
Examples include but are not limited to: destruction or severe damage due to weather. In such event we will do our best to make alternative arrangements for you where possible. If we cannot, or if the alternative arrangements are not acceptable to you, then we will refund all the monies paid. This will be the full extent of Stay’s liability to you in such circumstances, and we will not be responsible for any other costs connected with any such cancellation, howsoever arising.
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Travel Insurance: Stay Charlottesville encourages purchasing travel insurance as the cancellation policies are strictly enforced.
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Choice of Law: The laws of the state of Virginia shall govern the validity of this Agreement, the construction of its terms and the interpretation of the rights and duties hereto.
22. Attorney’s Fees: If Owner employs an attorney to enforce the terms and conditions of this Agreement, Guest shall be responsible for all costs and reasonable attorney’s fees as incurred by the Owner whether or not suit is filed.
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Corner 1 Bedroom Unit Overlooking Downtown Mall (Like Oceanfront Property). Walk to Restaurants, NightlIfe, & Boutique Shops. Parking Included. Above Popular Old Metropolitan Hall
Great location in a charming old apartment. As others stated it's very loud as the old windows don't insulate from the weekend parties. Apartment is old but all the important stuff has been modernized. Great spot for 2-3 people
May 2026
The apartment was absolutely AMAZING! We definitely would like to come back and visit again sometime! Thank you
April 2026
This stay was perfect, right on the downtown mall, and comfortably fit four people. Would highly recommend.
March 2026
Great location and walking distance to many places. Parking was easy and having a whole place to stay in beats a hotel every time. Will be back
December 2025
Nice place, right downtown. Piano sounds great
February 2026
This place was a charming old style unit which fit the decor of the mall location perfectly. It had all the amenities and great piano. I've enjoyed Stay Charlottesville and its team especially as the storm rolled in.
February 2026
Loved the space and piano. Central to everywhere you want to be. Can get loud at night, but otherwise, the perfect spot.
November 2025
We had a great weekend staying at Michael’s apartment right in the city center. Very clean and nicely furnished, we felt right at home. Lots of great restaurants and bars within very few minutes of walking. I can confirm what others said before the sleeper sofa in the living room is surprisingly comfortable. Just bring ear plugs for late night party people on the street below the apartment. Will definitely be back, if we’re staying in Charlottesville again.
November 2025
Great place to stay in the centre of town!
October 2025
Apartment is well furnished and gorgeous in a terrific location. The bedroom is in the back of the apartment away from the sounds of the street.
October 2025
Location was great. Noisy unless you are used to city living. We enjoyed the street musicians - we could sit in the front room and enjoy the music without the crowds below. It was spacious with a grand piano which we enjoyed playing. We had one incident. Two men tried to get in to clean the dryer vents. I did not let them in and alerted our host. He was not expecting them. Unfortunately the apartment was not clean. There were hairs in and around both bathroom sinks and on the sheets. The bedsheet and hand towel were clean but stained. The washing machine gasket was full of wet mold/mildew. Several lights did not work and/or needed new bulbs. The pullout bed is badly stained.
October 2025
I utterly loved my stay here! The flat is gorgeous and is actually even nicer than the pictures -- the ceilings are super-high and the place is amazingly spacious. I'm a professional pianist and so having the piano was a big plus -- and I didn't know what to expect but it was a very nice instrument! I loved being right on the pedestrian mall -- the activity at night was really fun and I couldn't hear anything at all from the bedroom. Gorgeous renovated historic space, well-appointed and clean, amazing location and responsive host -- I highly recommend!
July 2025
While the property itself was great and the host very responsible, downtown Charlottesville was not what we expected. We booked a 2-night stay, but only ended up staying one night. Outside on the way to the parking lot there was a man urinating on the sidewalk. When returning that evening, a homeless man camped out at the entrance to the Airbnb and left behind trash the next morning. Additionally, there was a group of people who were yelling right outside the window down below after 10pm. It was quiet for a bit as it started to rain, but then the yelling started back up around midnight. We contacted Michael who was kind enough to cancel our 2nd night’s stay due to the above circumstances. Also, for any coffee lovers, keep in mind this listing does not provide coffee. We missed that it was not an amenity and it would have been nice to have, but do not blame the host for this.
September 2025
The hosts were very responsive and able to get us into our rental before the scheduled check-in time. Everything about the property was as described and pictured. It provided a lovely oasis overlooking the lively downtown mall. Many dining, drinking, and shopping options were just steps away. Some noise from the weekend crowds can be heard in the living room directly above the shops, but the bedroom is quiet and peaceful with a comfy king sized beds. A perfect location and stay!
July 2025
Michael's place not only was exactly as advertised, it exceeded my expectations! The location right on the mall simply cannot be beat--I went to the opera and it was literally just a 30 second walk way from the front entry--and the apartment itself is just gorgeous. I definitely will not hesitate to stay here again on future trips to Charlottesville!