William J. Jones Farmhouse Policies

Prior to your stay, please review our policies listed below - if you have any questions or special requests, don’t hesitate to contact us.

  • Check-In: 3:00 PM EST

    • Check-in is contactless unless otherwise requested during booking.

    Prior to your arrival, you will receive a welcome email with arrival details and information for your stay.

    Check-Out: 12:00PM EST

    • Upon checking out, please lock the suite, lock the main entrance, and drop the key in the indoor dropbox.

    Failure to return keys will incur a $25.00 replacement fee.

  • Reservations are fully refundable up to 7 days prior to the check-in date. Bookings cancelled within 7 days of the check-in date will be charged in full.

    No refunds will be given for late arrivals or early departures.

    *If booking not directly with the host (ie: Booking.com, Airbnb, etc.), cancellation and prepayment policies may vary according to their policies. Please review your cancellation policies before booking either with the host or another site.

  • Room prices vary and weekend rates may be higher than weekday rates. You agree to the price of your room at the time of booking.

    Room rates are based on double occupancy, and there is a charge of per additional guest (18yrs +) in rooms that allow for them.

    Payment can be made by credit card, debit card and PayPal.

    The City of Petersburg charges a 10% hospitality tax, and the State of Virginia charges a 5.3% sales tax, both of which are added to the total booking rate.

  • This is a non-smoking property. This includes the use of vapes and e-cigs. Any violation will incur a total room cleaning fee of $250.00 and you may be asked to leave the property.

  • The main floor (dining room, living room, tavern room, library, and porches) are accessible to all guests. We ask that all guests be considerate of others, and leave these spaces as they found them.

  • For the enjoyment of all guests, we ask you to please observe quiet hours between 09:00 PM and 09:00 AM.

    If booking the entire home quiet hours are from 10:00 and 08:00 AM.

  • Free parking on the gravel driveway is available.

    • Parking is limited to seven (7) vehicles.

    • Cars must park in a way allowing for emergency vehicles to enter and exit without disruption.

    • Parking is NOT allowed on or in front of the neighbors property at any time.

    • If traveling by RV or something similar in size, please let us know so that we can accommodate your arrival.

    • Any illegally parked cars are subject to towing; applicable fines/towing fees are the sole responsibility of the vehicle owner.

  • We do welcome well behaved dogs.

    The Crater Suite accommodates dogs. We are amenable to opening up one of the suites/rooms on the second floor to dogs if there are no other bookings at the time.

    Pet fee: $150.00 one-time

    Includes access to the Doggie Room and backyard fenced area.

    Petsitting is available for an additional charge. Please inquire about pricing and availability.

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    DOG RULES

    1) Dogs are not allowed in the common areas of the home.

    2) Dog(s) must be leashed at all times.

    3) Dog(s) waste must be picked up and disposed of properly.

    4) We ask guests to not allow their dog(s) on the furniture (beds, sofas, etc).

    5) If damage is done by the dog(s), this must be reported immediately to the host. We are dog people as well and understand that things happen!

    6) Owners/guests cannot leave their dog(s) unattended in the room if not crated or if the dog(s) are not well behaved. Our main concern is the safety of the dog.

    7) Dog(s) that excessively barks are not allowed to be left unattended. We do offer petsitting services or can offer local and verified petsitters in the area.

    8) The Host and Management have the permission to enter your room in case of an emergency to get the dog out and to safety in the event that you are not able to do so.

  • This property is not wheelchair accessible and stairs are required to enter the home. The Flanders Room is the only guest room located on the ground floor and can be accessed through a private entrance around the back of the home.

  • Guests must be 25 years or older to confirm accommodations. A valid photo ID must be presented upon check in or prior to check in for age verification, or upon request in the case of contactless check in.

  • Guests will be held responsible for any loss or damage to the property caused by themselves, their guests or any person for whom they are responsible.

    Lost keys will incur a replacement fee of $25.00.

    Copying of keys is strictly prohibited.

  • Please note that immediate termination of reservation or booking is possible if:

    Any false information was provided in connection with the booking (such as, without limitation, false name or age of Guest), Host reserves the right to cancel the booking/reservation and/or declare their booking/reservation in default. There shall be no refunds in such an event;

    More guests stay at the property than indicated during booking;

    Excessive noise is made after 9 PM;

    A suite is occupied by people other than those who booked it;

    A pet is brought to the property without prior approval from the host;

    Suspected illegal substances or activity are on or being conducted on the premises;

    Candles or any other open flames are lit;

    Smoking is conducted inside the home;

    A guest fails to comply with reasonable requests of the owners to ensure the orderliness of the stay, the protection of the property, and the safety of the guests.

  • Guest assumes all risk relating to Guest’s use of the Property, and the use of the Property by any other person within Guest’s party, including without limitation, use of the fireplace/fire pit, grills, koi ponds and any other feature or amenity of the Property.

  • The Host reserves the right to access the Property at all times, upon prior notice to Guest. Such access may be necessary in order for Host to address any maintenance-related issues you report. Prior notice is not required in the event of an emergency situation.

  • The property is available for commercial and photography use, but must be approved by the host. Commercial/photography reservations are done separately with the host.

  • Guests are required to show a photo ID either at the time of checkin or prior to their arrival. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Additional guests that are not registered to stay at the property are NOT permitted on the premises. This is for liability and safety purposes.

    Exterior cameras are active 24/7.

  • 1) Do you allow small gatherings/events?

    • Yes. We do allow for small intimate gatherings, but they must be approved by the host and may incur an additional charge. Please contact us for more information.

    2) What makes your home different from other places in the area?

    • The William J. Jones Farmhouse is a historic home in Petersburg located off the beaten path. The home is situated on 2.5 acres its own enclave of town giving guests the privacy of country living, yet the access to major amenities like the Hospital, Walmart, gas stations, fast food restaurants and shopping.

    • We offer à la carte options and “By Experience” options that are unconventional to other Airbnb’s.

    • Every room has a bathroom.

    • We do not offer Breakfast, but guests do have access to full kitchen 24/7.

    • We allow children of all ages.

    • We allow up to two (2) well behaved dogs. Please see our Pet Policies.

    • We are open to other animals on a case by case basis. Unfortunately, cats are not allowed due to the family being allergic.

    • This property is not a full-time Bed & Breakfast/Short-term Vacation Rental. The owners still have this as an active home for them.

    3) Do you offer discounts/promotions

    • Yes we do! We give discounts to Active/Retired Military/Law Enforcement and Seniors. We also run seasonal promotions and have non-refundable rates. Please inquire.

    4) Are children allowed?

    • Absolutely! Children of all ages are welcomed, however we ask that guests that are traveling with children be mindful of other guests and abide by the Quiet Time hours. We also suggest that guests traveling with children understand that parts of the home may not be suitable for small children (ie: Doggie Room, Laundry Room, Front Porch.) If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.

    5) Do you rent the entire house?

    • Yes we do, if all the rooms are available on your requested dates. Please book on Airbnb or contact us directly.

    • Minimum stay: 2 nights. Maximum stay: 7 days. If wanting to stay longer, please contact us directly.

    6) Can I view the property unannounced?

    • No. This is a private property and for the safety of the owners and guests we DO NOT allow viewing of the home or the grounds.

    • If you are interested in viewing the home, we would be happy to coordinate a walk thru by appointment only.