Title: The Studio at Dark Run Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=102738716&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # The Studio at Dark Run Retreat ## Photo gallery for The Studio at Dark Run Retreat ![Property grounds - The Studio at Dark Run Retreat (Madison)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102740000/102738800/102738716/3bab4abc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Studio at Dark Run Retreat (Madison)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102740000/102738800/102738716/w504h683x260y0-312bbc11.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - The Studio at Dark Run Retreat (Madison)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102740000/102738800/102738716/w903h683x60y0-7166ccf7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Studio at Dark Run Retreat (Madison)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102740000/102738800/102738716/w905h683x59y0-d13360dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Studio at Dark Run Retreat (Madison)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102740000/102738800/102738716/w904h683x60y0-b5e28739.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to a secluded 5-acre retreat, just 3 miles from town. Relax in the warmer months by the pool or unwind in the hot tub during cooler months at this quiet studio. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Studio at Dark Run Retreat About this space Quiet studio on a secluded 5 acres only 3 miles from town. Kick back and relax by the pool in the warmer months, or in the hot tub in the cooler months. Small trails lead to the creek running along the property, maybe you'll even catch a glimpse of the deer or turkey that wander thru...we've even seen a lil bear once! There is an apartment above the studio, so we ask that you be mindful of those guests if occupied. \*The studio got a make-over! As of 10/6/20, we will no longer be hosting pets\* The space The studio is one single room with a bathroom. There is a full kitchen and sofa bed. Other things to note This is our home and we choose to share it with YOU, but we're not interested in hosting your extended family get togethers! The number of people that you indicate in your booking is the number of people welcome to come. Also, I do have young boys, so out of respect for them and the other guests, please observe quiet hours of 11pm to 7am. Liability Waiver: You understand that renting this studio with uneven outside ground, access to hiking in an area with deer, bears, geese, poisonous snakes, ticks carrying lyme disease, rocks, cattle, racoons and anything else associated with this studio is at your own risk. You understand there are special dangers present to children who are not carefully supervised, and to any person with health risks, or if intoxicated or using any kind of drugs or medication, or while pregnant. You understand the risks discussed above and agree to assume all responsibility for yourself, your property, and for those in your party. You and all guests in your party agree to waive any claim whatsoever against owner for accidents or claims arising from all activities and circumstances associated with renting this apartment. All guests in your party acknowledge and agree that they have read and understand this waiver and they acknowledge that renting this apartment constitutes a binding and enforceable contract between Guests and property owner. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 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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 Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ## About the area Located in Madison, this apartment is in a rural area. Prince Michel Vineyard and Winery and Early Mountain Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lawrence Beasley Park and Madison Wayside. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Madison travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madison.dx6351360) [View more Apartments in Madison](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madison-Apartments.d6351360-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=38.387573,-78.22159&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:mmiiF%7Csl%7CM%3FS%3FS%40S%3FS%40U%40S%3FQBS%40S%40S%40QBSBSBSBSBQBSBQDSBQDQDSDSDQDQFQDOFSDOFQFOHQFOFQHOFOHOFOHOHOJMHOHOHKJOHMJMJMJKJMJKJKJKJKLKJKLILIJKLILGLKLGLILGLGLGLGNGLELGNENELELCNCNELCNCNCNALCNANCLAN%3FNAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%40N%3FN%40NBL%40NBN%40NBLBNBLDNBNBLDNDLDLFNDLFLFLFNFLFLHLFLJJFLHLJLHJHLJJJJJLJJJHJLLJJHLJLHLJNJJHNHNHLHNHNHNFNHNFNHPFNFPFNFPDNFRFNDPFPDPDRBRDPDPBRDPBRBPBRBRBR%40R%40PBR%40R%40R%40P%40R%3FT%40R%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FRAP%3FTARARARARCRAPARCRCRCRCPCREPCREPEPCREPEPGPERGNGPENGRGNGNGPINGPINGNININILININILKLKNILKJILKJMLIJKJMLKJKJMHKHMJMHMHKHMHMHMHMDOHMFMFMDODMFMDODMDODOBMBODMBO%40OBO%40MBO%40O%40O%40O%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAOAMAOAOCMAOCOAOCMEOCOCMEMEOEOEMGMEOEMGMGMIMEMIMIMIMIMIKIMKMIKIMKKKKMKKKKKMKKKMKKIMKOIMIMIOKOIMIOGOIOGOIQGOGQIOGOGSEOGQEOGSEQEQEQESEQCQESCQCSCQCSCSCSCSAQASASCS%3FSASAU%3FQAS%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wQHAvnFUudY5rtC0v_PV3cUfPRg=) Madison, VA ### What's nearby - ![Early Mountain Vineyards is hands down one of the best in Virginia. It has a wonderful setting with large outside seating area, gas fireplace, live music and incredible view. Owned by AOL founder Steve Case, this vineyard offers tastings of wines from all over Virginia. Try one of their many tasting wine flights!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532661743/5dfa9927-3a03-43d1-b846-6c3bf6c4394a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Early Mountain Vineyards 11 min drive \- 8.6 miles - Madison County Public Library 5 min drive \- 3.0 miles - Lawrence Beasley Park 6 min drive \- 3.5 miles - Madison Plaza 7 min drive \- 4.7 miles - Prince Michel Vineyard and Winery 11 min drive \- 8.0 miles ### Getting around - Culpeper Station 27 min drive - Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle) 32 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 6 min drive - Mugs & Muffins Cafe 6 min drive - 7-Eleven 5 min drive - Giovanni's Italian Eatery 10 min drive - Pig 'N Steak 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Studio at Dark Run Retreat have a pool? ### Is The Studio at Dark Run Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Studio at Dark Run Retreat? ### What time is check-in at The Studio at Dark Run Retreat? ### What time is check-out at The Studio at Dark Run Retreat? ### Where is The Studio at Dark Run Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Studio at Dark Run Retreat Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 18 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A quiet space to enjoy nature and the host's family while they did their daily activities. They were respectful of solitude when needed. The studio is a perfect size, to me, and easy to use (once I found out the sofa bed has a supporting fold-up board, lol.) It's on a dirt road, so my car got dirty....meh. I would have loved to have stayed for MONTHS!! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a79c71a3-458d-4aa5-b144-de90dbbc65c7-1760793883417.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0a0206aa-8304-467f-af43-6e898881bdc7-1760793884274.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/070f364b-e5a2-49ff-be36-7b1b995a8c95-1760793884727.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shayla S. 9 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The room was great! Exactly as described. Clean, and very well appointed with everything we could possibly need. Thank you so much! ##### Shayla S. 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