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A Clean, Safe, House full of steel balls & vintage game consoles

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Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Game room
Game room
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available

Explore the area

Map
Richmond, VA
  • Shops at Willow Lawn
    5 min drive
  • Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
    5 min drive
  • Henrico Doctors' Hospital
    6 min drive
  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)
    20 min drive

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About the area

Richmond

With a stay at this vacation home in Richmond (Dumbarton), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of University of Richmond and Broad Street. .This family-friendly vacation home is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Virginia Commonwealth University and 9.3 mi (15 km) from Short Pump Town Center.

What's nearby

  • Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Carytown - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
  • University of Richmond - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Virginia Museum of Fine Arts - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Virginia Commonwealth University - 9 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Richmond Staples Mill Road Station - 3 min drive
  • Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A Clean, Safe, House full of steel balls & vintage game consoles

Thank you for your interest in staying at my place. House was built in 1959 and I have kept everything that works from that era. It's like going back in time. Oven, Dishwasher, some light switches, bath tub, and vanity are original. Three bedrooms, 1.5 Baths. Each bedroom has a vintage game console. Plenty of vintage, workable pinball machines and vintage handheld games throughout the house. The place is yours to use. Also has a patio for outdoor grilling. Located near the lakeside community with local restaurants, shops, and breweries. Five minutes from the Amtrak Station. Right off I-64 and near I-64 & I95 interchange.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a water park and a spa tub. Additional amenities at this vacation home include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
A complimentary breakfast is included.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
A complimentary breakfast is offered.

Property manager

Robert Peters

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Spices

Dining

  • Free breakfast available

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Music library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed on the porch by ashtray

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Message me about pets. I also have a pet at house

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

A Clean, Safe, House full of steel balls & vintage game consoles Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 26 reviews" "
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another Great Stay
Always a great stay at Robert’s place. This was our second time staying there. Very clean and safe. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Laura V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice!
We loved the pinball machines!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

trisha k., Springboro, Ohio USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Super fun, very cool, blast from the past. Teens LOVED thev games!
Really well done, safe and fun night on the way to the beach family vacation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable & Fun!!
I brought a few of my crew members to Richmond for a training class and needed a large enough place for one night to house them. This place was perfect!! The pinball machines kept them entertained throughout the evening and the large backyard was an awesome area to hang out in the perfect weather. The place was clean and stocked with many amenities for the guests. The resident cat "Kat" was overloaded with love and attention. Robert is a great host and communicative with any inquires. Highly recommend this place!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Neat place.
The house is cool and different. The host communicates very well and very cracious
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and fun house
My kids and I were to spend a night in Richmond and wanted something with a central location without being right in the city. This proved to be perfect. My kids thought the pinball machines were really fun and the rest of the house has lots of nostaglic books, magazines and games to sort through. Pete was a generous host and it was very helpful to be able to make a simple breakfast and coffee without leaving the premises. I would definitely consider again if we are in the area again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great escape
We all had fun trying out the pinball machines. Everything was comfortable and communication was excellent. Definitely recommend for a family escape.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home
Great property and location it was perfect for what i needed it for.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it and great host!
While we had NO chance in getting high scores in the pinball machines, we had a blast trying. Property owner was very available for any needs we had and made his home feel like ours. Thanks so much!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynne Z.

Unique, entertaining & cozy.
Pinball Pete's is a unique property. Looking for a modern spacious house...well keep looking then. But if you want to have fun, feel like you are home, and have a miriad of collectables to peruse, this is your place. Entertainment for all ages...it is like a museum of sorts...while pinball is the main theme, there are various video game consoles in each bedroom, noteworthy artwork, books, dvds, collectables, and much more. Pete's hospitality (bloody mary anyone? Local craft beer?) Is the theme of this eclectic property. Frat house or cozy home? Pack your quarters and hunker down with your loved ones to find out.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie D., Northport, Al. USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Much needed time with family.
My daughter & her husband had just moved from Denver to Virginia. With Covid & a 2 day drive from Alabama to Denver, we hadn’t been able to get together in 2 years. I rented this house & we all stayed together for a week. We didn’t hardly leave the house. Everyone played on the pinball machines. My husband was obsessed with the Elvira one. That was everyone’s favorite. The location was close to grocery stores and food delivery was available. The neighborhood was quite & safe. We were quite content to stay snuggled in and enjoy each other. Robert was a great host. We would love to stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

James K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay at Robert’s Place
We absolutely enjoyed our stay! Robert was very responsive and the place is very cool. Love all the pinball machines - we played all night. We’ll definitely be staying there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay for a soccer tournament
We were in town for a youth soccer tournament at the River City SportsPlex and this house was perfect for us. The pinball machines and other games kept the kids and adults entertained when we weren't on the soccer fields.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melody D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Wedding
House was in a great location. Thank you for your hospitality!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Passing through for one night
Pinball Pete's was the perfect stop on our way to Hatteras NC. The kids and adults loved the pinball machines, relics, and ofcourse the craft beers available. Place was clean, communication was great and location was perfect. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family visit at Pinball Petes
Former Richmond residents, we were home for a visit with family for a week. We. Hose this property due to its location as it was close to our family. Robert, the host, was very accommodating and readily available via text or phone to assist with any questions or needs. We had so much fun playing the pinball machines and the kids were able to play some older board games scattered throughout the home. The beds were comfortable. I might recommend bringing along your own fire stick or Roku if you aren’t familiar with Android box because I had a very difficult time getting any of the apps to work and Tv’s are older so not set up as smart TVs. This was more of an issue for my kids who lost interest in the pinball machines pretty quickly. All in all, we were very pleased with our stay. We enjoyed the 50cent local beers out on the patio, and were thankful for the staples left in the pantry. We would certainly return to pinball Petes in the future-I have a high score to beat on Elvira!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness
pinball house
It was fun playing all of the old machines. We realize it's hard to keep the old machines running perfectly all the time, but overall, we enjoyed it. House was clean. Good experience
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Todd G., Pittsburgh, PA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Was a great lay-over on our way to the Outerbanks!
Situated on a quiet cul-de-sac, the house had plenty of space for 6 adults. The kids eye's walking into the house and seeing the pinball machines (I hadn't told them about them) was priceless! It was nice to have a stocked kitchen and freedom to use, whatever we needed. I have already recommended this place to friends and would consider staying again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
So cool!
Really loved our stay here. Could have spent a lot more time playing around the house...maybe we can come back again someday!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nola K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
This was such a fantastic diversion from our normal. The place was clean and entertaining and a perfect stopover during a 16 hour road trip. The 50 cent IPAs made me happy. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joanna K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Packed with entertainment
The whole family (kids age 8 & 13) found plenty of entertainment in this house. We all played lots of pinball, video games and watched a movie. Everyone enjoyed their own bedroom and slept well. Lots of food and snacks included, and the owner even stocked the soda machine with local beers for $0.50! Considering we were there during an ice storm, we really didn't need to leave the house for anything (we did bring a few groceries with us) and had a great time! We did venture out to the science museum, which was fairly close by, as are numerous other attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Awesome home. Very cozy and comfortable. We had a blast playing the games. Robert was very accommodating and easy to communicate with. Will stay again soon, for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Nidhi H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good property
Came into town to see family and didn’t want a hotel. Good property to stay and the host was very welcoming.

10/10 Excellent

Francis A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
Great area for fishermen fishing in a tournament at Osborne landing. We were able to park 2 boats and 4 vehicles in the driveway.

10/10 Excellent

Deborah E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun evening All loved the pinballMachines and enjoyed pizza on the back patio shaded by larges trees
Nice overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020