Summary:
The Metta Home is our historic home built in 1895. Trending with 2 bedrooms, original pine floors & vibrant colors throughout, a visual representation of not what we think, but how we think, of metta-- good will, loving kindness, & a sincere wish of peace for all. Appointed w/ our own luxury Metta Home bamboo textiles & all of the amenities we value in our own routines, we want you to love your stay so much you want to bring the Metta home! Steps to amazing views of the city & acclaimed dining.

The Space:
Our old home is located on a quiet block in historic Church Hill. We love our space and hope that you will too! It was built in 1895 for the son of the of Mr. and Mrs. Hudson, their house is right next door! The flow of the home is spacious and fluid and it gets great natural light. The entire house excluding the bathrooms, has original pine hardwood floors. We ask that you remove your shoes when coming in the house to help preserve their beauty.
On the first floor you enter into the living room with sitting area, just past that is the dining room with (wine fridge), a half bath w/ washer & dryer, and then the kitchen equipped with gas stove, fridge, dishwasher, toaster oven and microwave. The first floor ends just off the kitchen at our favorite place in our home- the screened in back porch! We enjoy nothing more than a cup of coffee & bird watching out here in the morning. This is what makes our home feel like our sanctuary for us. Speaking of coffee, please help yourself to the coffee bar equipped with Mettā -Stir Blend coffee roasted locally by Afterglow Co-Op and a selection of creamers, sugars & tea. the kitchen is also fully equipped with cookware, dishes, olive oil, salt & pepper etc.

On the second floor is our den , where you can relax Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon are all loaded on our TV. You may also appreciate that this couch can fold out into a queen sized bed- there are linens stashed under the chaise. To the right at the top of the stairs you'll find one bedroom with a queen bed, through the den and past the bathroom is the primary bedroom with a King sized mattress. Both bedrooms are appointed with Mettā Home organic mattresses, pillows, bamboo silk sheets, duvets and quilts! On this floor you will find the full bath outfitted in Mettā Home towels, washcloths & bathmats as well as our Devotion Shampoo, Conditioner & Shower Gel.

It's perfect if you are looking for a special place located in a stunning walkable neighborhood full of old architecture and just a few blocks to some of Richmond's best restaurants and views form Union Hill, Chimborazo & Jefferson Park!

We are in walking distance to soooo much! And just an easy Uber or Lyft to downtown, the Fan, Carytown, and the trendy Scott's Addition. Have a pup that you can't leave at home? Please message me for inquiries, a $35 non refundable pet fee is required.

*** A $150 additional cleaning fee will changed on longer stays of 14 days or more. **

Guest Access:
You will have access to the entire house. as well as back yard and back porch.

The Neighborhood:
Our old home is located on a quiet and centrally located block in historic Church Hill, a walkable neighborhood with architecture dating from the early 1800s. Many of the neighborhood's parks have amazing views of the Richmond skyline of downtown and the river. We're also just a short walk, bike, or drive to Shiplock Park on the James River, the Lowline Park along the Capital Trail, Rockett's Landing, Brown's Island & Belle Isle if you'd like to take advantage of why they call Richmond the River City.

Getting Around:
Ample free street parking
GRTC and the NEW PULSE
RVA Bike Share
Lyft
Uber

Other Things to Note:
* NO SMOKING anywhere inside the home. You may smoke outside; be sure you extinguish what you are smoking before leaving unattended. Be sure that all doors, windows and any opening where smoke may enter the house are closed and secured.
* HOUSE PARTIES & EVENTS ARE PROHIBITED
* You agree to act in such a manner as to allow those nearby peaceful enjoyment of their properties.
* We reserve the right to cancel your reservation at any time if you violate this policy.
* Advance notice is required for early check in requests and we'll do our best to accommodate those requests.
* We charge $25 per hour starting at 12 noon and will be requested through Airbnb upon check in.
* Late Check - Out: Check out is on or before 10am. If you would like to extend your check out time, please contact us in advance and we may be able to accommodate your request.
* Unauthorized late check-outs will automatically be charged 30% of the daily rental rate per hour stay past 10am.
* Your unique access door code will only work until the checkout time of 10 am unless other arrangements have been agreed upon.
* We understand that accidents happen, but please let us know if something spilled, stained, or gets broken during your stay.
* Failure to communicate any damages, we will pursue collecting for the damages through Airbnb and charge an additional 20% over and above the replacement costs.

** PETS MUST BE PRE-APPROVED Please send us a message should you want to bring your pet. There is a nonrefundable fee of $35 per pet that we will request upon check in. Long term nonrefundable pet fees are $150 per pet, per reservation.
You know your pet better than we do, please bring the appropriate accommodations for your particular pet. For example, if your pet is a shedder, please bring your own blanket to protect our furniture.
** Please pick up after your pet when walking them in the neighborhood.
** If your pet makes a mess in the house please clean it. Uncleaned pet messes and strong odors will be subject to additional fees.

Interaction with Guests:
We certainly like to meet guests staying in our home but will will also respect you and give you your space! I am always available for questions so please feel free to message me!