Enjoy this Civil War farmhouse that is tucked away in its own enclave of Petersburg, VA. The spacious rooms and wide hallways flow in a way that invites entertaining. Known as, the William J. Jones House, this home served as General Meade's headquarters and later held the Court of Inquiry that examined General Burnside's conduct at the Battle of the Crater. We invite you to come and stay at this family friendly home that is filled with so much character and history! Civil War home | High speed internet | 6,000sqft+ | All bedrooms have bathrooms | Seclusion in the middle of town | Gardens | Dog friendly MAIN LEVEL -KITCHEN: The kitchen has a dutch door that separates it from the rear parlor. In the kitchen you'll have access to a dishwasher, gas stove, 3 x ovens, Nespresso machine, regular coffee maker, commercial refrigerator and freezer, electric kettle, cooking utensils, pots & pans, toaster, microwave, spices, dishware, basically everything you need to cook a good meal! What we do not provide is an ice machine, but we do have ice trays. -LIBRARY: Sit amongst the hand rub walnut paneling and casework that houses the near complete collection of the Civil War History series "The War of the Rebellion" and 50 plus volumes of Easton Press Leather Bound Military History Series! The library also has a desk, printer, wall mounted TV that can be hooked up to a gaming device, and leather seating. -DINING ROOM: Enjoy sitting at an Arhaus formal dining room table that seats 10 comfortably. The Arhaus dining chairs are the same chairs that are featured in the movie "Oceans Eleven." The dining room also has a large buffet table with extra dish ware, a Smart TV, and a gas fireplace. -LIVING ROOM: The living room has a leather reclining sofa, Smart TV, gas fireplace, and board games. -TAVERN ROOM: The tavern room has a stone topped bar that overlooks the outdoor screened patio. SECOND FLOOR Bedroom 1: Superior king bed (two twin XL beds together) w/adjustable bases | Twin Bed | Ensuite bathroom | Dresser, no closet | Smart TV Bedroom 2: King Bed with brand new Aireloom Symphony Plush Mattress and adjustable base | Ensuite bathroom | Dresser w/closet | Smart TV | Large desk Bedroom 3: Full Bed | Bunk Beds | Detached bathroom (not shared) | Dresser w/closet | Smart TV Bedroom 4: King Bed & Pull-out Single Sleeper Sofa | Ensuite bathroom | Closet only | Smart TV | Small desk - KITCHENETTE: Small refrigerator, Nespresso machine, microwave BASEMENT Bedroom 5: King bed | Detached bathroom | Dresser w/closet | Smart TV | Additional Sleeping: Queen Air Mattress - KITCHENETTE: Full size refrigerator w/ freezer, microwave, sink, coffee machine - WORKOUT AREA: Bowflex Max Trainer M6 machine, Treadmill, Inversion table, Yoga mats - WORK ROOM: Washing machine & dryer, craft table, kids drawing board - DOG ROOM: Dedicated space just for your pooch. Includes: 42" and 48" dog crates, doggie door, dog gate, water bowls, dog towels, agility equipment, toys, and much more! OUTDOOR LIVING: This property has a large open front porch, lots of outdoor garden seating, a private pergola, a beautiful paver pathway, a small nature trail, and bench placements throughout. ** IMPORTANT: This property is located near Blackwater Swamp. During harsh rain showers expect the backyard and driveway to incur a buildup of water.** ADDITIONAL INFO - There are multiple exterior security cameras (facing out). The exterior cameras stay on 24/7. - Home and grounds are not handicap friendly. - This home has no other tenants living on the property. - Located on a cul-de-sac with one neighbor. - In front of the home is an area that we use to house our farm animals. There is an unfinished structure inside the pen area with no farm animals at this time. - The bathrooms and rooms are in good condition. If you are looking for a home that is *new* this home is not it. We try our best to be good stewards of this home. Please consider before booking. - This is a veteran family owned and operated business. This property is not run by a short term vacation rental management service.