Historic Eve House

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Welcome to the Historic Eve House, a charming retreat built in 1798 by William Eve.

Nestled in the heart of Madison, Virginia, this fully renovated historic home offers a unique blend of old-world charm and modern comfort. Designed for relaxation, the Eve offers well-appointed areas to unwind, including private bedrooms and a cozy library. The spacious living room, dining room, kitchen, and private back patio were thoughtfully designed with socializing and entertainment in mind.

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Your Adventure Starts Here

Although the house was built in 1798, guests will enjoy modern conveniences, including smart TVs, WiFi, laundry, and a full kitchen with everything you need to make grand meals. Inhale peace in the fresh Shenandoah air on the porch rockers or take in the surrounding gardens while you barbecue and lounge on the expansive back patio. Play games, solve puzzles, and read books from the well-stocked entertainment closet.

Questions during your stay?

We're happy to assist with any questions you may have while you stay at the Eve.

Dine In or Out

Craft an epic meal in the fully equipped kitchen or enjoy catering or takeout from a local restaurant in the opulent dining room. The table expands to seat up to 12 people comfortably.

Enjoy coffee and pastries in the sun-drenched breakfast room or chat with friends and family around the spacious kitchen island during meal prep.

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A bright kitchen and dining area with light blue trim, white cabinets, and a wooden countertop island. The room features a black wrought-iron chandelier, gray bar stools at the island, and a dining table with red cushioned chairs. The kitchen has a microwave, coffee maker, and stainless steel stove. There is a colorful rug on the dark wooden floor, and a view into a sunlit adjacent room with large windows, white blinds, and a chandelier, with a calendar hanging on the wall.
A cozy kitchen with a farmhouse style. Features include a wooden island, blue cabinets, white walls, and a decorative wall hanging of painted rolling pins. There is a black chandelier hanging from the ceiling, a stainless steel stove, and a window letting in natural light. Small stools are placed around the island, and vintage-style decorations add charm.
Kitchen countertop with a microwave, coffee maker, glass containers labeled 'Coffee', 'Cream', and 'Sugar', a decorative box labeled 'Tea', and a jar with dish sponge dots. Wooden cabinets and a window are above the counter.
A dining room with a long wooden table set with fine dishes and glasses, surrounded by antique wooden chairs, with pink curtains, framed artwork and a gold-framed mirror on the white walls, a large green plant, and a rustic wooden bench.

Where You’ll Sleep

We’ve designed each room in the Eve House to provide a perfect blend of historical charm and modern luxury, ensuring a memorable and comfortable stay for all our guests. All four bedrooms and the living room include original fireplaces and antique furnishings with contemporary fixtures, including brand-new plush mattresses and bedding; antique wardrobes, vanities, and bed frames; a selection of towels; USB outlets; and speedy WiFi internet.

  • A bedroom with white walls, a large window with white curtains, a stained glass window, and hardwood floors. There is a wooden bed with a blue bedspread, white pillows, and a yellow blanket. Two nightstands with lamps are on either side of the bed. A dresser with a mirror is near the window and a basket with towels is on top. Two picture frames hang on the walls, and a chandelier lights the room.

    The French Room

    This ground-floor room was designed with older guests in mind but is equally comfortable for guests of any age. Equipped with a queen bed, side tables, two lamps, a vanity, and USB plugs to charge your devices, the French Room also has a large closet and is the closest to the first-floor bathroom.

  • A bedroom with two wooden four-poster beds, one with a white bedspread and blue pillows, the other with a light-colored bedspread and white pillows. The room has multiple windows with blue floral curtains, a dresser, art on the walls, a mirror, and a patterned rug on dark wooden floors.

    The Raleigh Room

    Ideal for families or best friends, this room has two queen beds, a dresser, side tables, and touch lamps. Hang your clothes in the two closets and charge your devices in the USB-equipped table lamps.

  • Bedroom with a four-poster bed, a window with white curtains, a red armchair, a blue painted fireplace with decorative tiles, framed artwork on the wall, a lamp on a side table, and a vase with dried flowers on the mantle.

    The Washington Room

    Sleep soundly in this cozy, antique four-post mahogany bed. The room is outfitted with a vanity, wardrobe to hang clothes, chair, side tables, bedside lamps, and USB plug-in to charge devices.

  • A cozy bedroom with green walls, white furniture, floral curtains, a framed botanical print, and a vintage wardrobe with a decorative top. There is a bed with white bedding and a wicker basket, a white nightstand with a lamp, and a patterned rug.

    The Lorraine Room

    Furnished with a wardrobe to hang clothes, a side table, a bedside lamp, and a twin bed, this room is perfect for a solo traveler or young family member.

  • Living room with hardwood floors, white walls, wooden ceiling beams, and vintage-style furniture, including a leather sofa and a grey armchair, decorated with framed artwork, lamps, and plants.

    The Living Room

    The blue sofa in the living room unfolds into a sofa bed for an additional sleeping area. The living room also offers privacy with two latchable doors.

Other Spaces

The spacious living room features four plush couches, a smart TV to stream your favorite platforms, and a game table perfect for family fun or friendly competition. There’s plenty of space to stretch out and relax after a day of exploring. Adjacent to the living room, you’ll find a serene library equipped with a comfortable couch, a desk for any remote work needs, and another smart TV. The Eve House offers two full bathrooms, one on each floor, ensuring ample facilities for all guests, and a half-bath off the kitchen. Additionally, the laundry room off the kitchen is equipped with a washer and dryer, laundry soap, dryer sheets, an iron, ironing board, and steamer.

Living room with a brick fireplace, blue mantle, beige curtains, a dark brown leather sofa, a globe, a framed painting on the wall, a small TV, a lace-covered table with chairs, and hardwood floors.
A wooden chessboard with chess pieces set up for a game, placed on a table with a lace tablecloth near a window with curtains, and a wooden chair in the background.
Living room with blue walls, wooden ceiling, brick fireplace mantel, brown leather sofa, patterned rug, and a small white table with a TV remote and a monitor.
A bright entryway with a glass-paneled door leading outside, wooden flooring, a round woven rug, and a chandelier hanging from a white ceiling. A view of a backyard with green grass and houses is visible through the door's glass panels.
A modern bathroom with a white toilet, a small white shelf with toiletries, a wooden stool, a shower with marble tiles, a window with blinds, and decorative elements like a framed painting and a wall shelf with flowers.
A multi-story house interior featuring a staircase with carpeted steps, white railings, a landing area with a colorful rug, and a bright front door painted orange. There's a window and a white wall with trim details.
Interior view of a modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white toilet, a white vanity with a marble countertop, a black faucet, a blue wall-mounted cabinet with decorative glass doors, framed artwork on the walls, and a window with a blind.
Front yard of a white house with blue doors, a garden with colorful flowers, a patio with a grill, and neighboring houses with trees under a bright blue sky.

Fresh Air Awaits

The Eve House’s outdoor space is designed for relaxation and fun. Whether you’re seeking tranquility or a bit of outdoor adventure, our outdoor space caters to all your needs.

Enjoy the back patio, which is equipped with a gas grill and a spacious table set, perfect for al fresco dining and evening barbecues. The inviting porch with cozy rocking chairs offers a serene spot to sip morning coffee or unwind with a good book. For those looking to be more active, the expansive lawn provides ample room for playing games, having a picnic, or letting kids run around and enjoy the fresh air.

A white-painted porch with two wooden rocking chairs and a small round side table with a flower pot. There are hanging flower baskets with pink flowers, a ceiling fan, and an American flag on the railing. The porch is part of a house with white siding, surrounded by green trees and neighboring brick houses, under a blue sky.
White multi-story house with a metal roof and multiple windows, green lawn in the foreground, blue sky with a few clouds.

Amenities

    • Bed linens for every bed

    • Closet or wardrobe

    • Drawers

    • Fireplace (nonoperable)

    • Hangers

    • Pillows and blankets

    • Towels

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    • Air fryer

    • Baking sheet

    • Blender

    • Coffee grinder

    • Coffee maker (drip & French press) with coffee

    • Cooking knives

    • Cooking oil

    • Cooking utensils

    • Dishes and silverware

    • Dishwasher

    • Filtered water pitcher

    • Glasses and mugs

    • Ice trays

    • Microwave

    • Mixing bowls

    • Placemats & linen napkins

    • Pots and pans

    • Refrigerator & freezer

    • Salt, pepper, & basic spices

    • Stove and oven

    • Tea kettle

    • Toaster

    • Toaster oven

    • Wine glasses

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    • Bath mats

    • Body soap

    • Conditioner

    • Hair dryer

    • Hand soap

    • Hand towels

    • Shampoo

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    • Board games

    • Books & reading material

    • Puzzles

    • Smart TVs

    • WiFi

A person dressed in historical clothing, sitting at a desk with an open book, surrounded by books and papers.

    • BBQ grill (gas)

    • Grill utensils

    • Patio

    • Rocking chairs

    • Outdoor dining table

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    • Central A/C

    • Central heat

    • Cleaning products

    • Dryer

    • Private, free parking

    • Iron & steamer

    • Washing machine

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    • Carbon monoxide alarm

    • First aid kit

    • Fire extinguisher

    • Exterior security cameras

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Frequently Asked Questions

A dining room with a round wooden table surrounded by four wooden chairs with red checkered cushions. Sunlight streams through horizontal white blinds on a large window. A chandelier hangs from the ceiling with exposed wooden beams. In the background, there is a room with blue wainscoting, a window with pink curtains, and a oval braided rug. A framed picture of a barn and tractor hangs on the wall.

  • We have a strict two-night minimum policy. The house is quite large and a considerable undertaking for our cleaning team. When you book directly on stayinmadisonva.com, you won't be charged a cleaning fee. We also hope people will stay and enjoy the house and the surrounding area, which is best to do over several days.

  • The Eve House check-in time can be flexible depending on whether or not it is booked the night before. You are always welcome to ask, and we will accommodate when we're able based on our cleaning schedule and house availability.

  • The house is equipped with smoke alarms throughout, carbon monoxide monitor, fire extinguishers, and a first aid kit. It is old, so some floors are slanted and some ceilings and doorways are low. We encourage all guests to exercise caution.

    Security cameras are mounted outside the Eve House for everyone protection. Guests can contact the owners directly through the front porch Ring cam. Security cameras are not installed inside the house and are exclusively used to monitor the exterior for safety.

    The first-floor full bathroom includes a seat in the shower and bars. Note that the house is not ADA compliant and is not suitable for guests in wheelchairs.

  • The Eve House contains some fragile items, so we ask that guests with children keep an eye on their little ones. Aside from that, the house is equipped with games and toys, as well as a single bedroom that a child would love. The two-bed bedroom also has a fold-away cot for a young child to sleep in. The house does not include a changing table, pack-n-play, or high chair.

  • Each bed is made with a clean set of sheets, its own pillows, and blankets. Additionally, you'll find a set of towels in each room upon arrival. If needed, we can provide additional sheets and/or towels.

  • Events are allowed at the Eve House when planned in advance with the owners. A security deposit, event fee, and event consultation are mandatory to host a party at the Eve.

  • A late checkout may be possible depending on the cleaning crew's schedule and when the next guests will arrive. Please inquire.