A house full of steel balls and games

Thanks so much for the wonderful stay!

Property is not typical. Looks like it's run as a hostel. Looks lived in and not clean. Overgrown yard and junk everywhere. Two of three beds were uncomfortable. No real access to laundry room machines. Dark, damp, dingy and crowded. Mouse in back porch wood pile. Unusable grill. I was grateful for the whole house and the area. Pet friendly is a bonus. But upkeep was terrible.

DO NOT BOOK THIS PROPERTY! We booked this house because our family likes playing games & pinball, for location and outdoor space, but upon arriving we were hit with a heavy stench of mold, pet odor, and decay. The listing photos are clearly outdated — the place is neglected, not charmingly retro. We had to buy odor neutralizers and clean the fridge and bathroom ourselves after 15+ hours of traveling. Many listed amenities were unusable: washer/dryer blocked with the owner’s items, a non-working grill, dirty and disorganized patio furniture with a broken umbrella. The “in-room dining area” is just a pinball machine table with no legroom. No water dispenser aside from the kitchen tap. Dirty dishes in the dishwasher and expired food in the fridge. We found rodent droppings under the sink. The full bathroom sink and shower show rust, leaking faucets, missing tiles, and peeling ceiling paint from poor ventilation. The house is a fire hazard — extension cords run under rugs, and some outlets and switches are broken. We cleaned areas and took photos to document issues. We would have canceled if we’d known how bad it was; the small compensation received after complaining doesn't equate to the steps taken to mitigate the issues to feel a bit more comfortable. This property is not worth the price. Owner, please remove this listing, repair the damage, and maintain basic cleanliness and safety — there are clear health and safety concerns. This is an honest warning to future guests.

Had a great time with the pinball machines and game systems! Kids loved them too! And it was a great location right by the highway, but in a quiet neighborhood.

Had a great timing staying at this special, fun place! Loved the decor, charm and of course pinball machines. The owner was kind and accommodating. I look forward to booking again next time I’m in Richmond.