A house full of steel balls and games

2.5 star property
Family-friendly stay near University of Richmond

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Front of property
Free daily self-serve breakfast
Property grounds
Game room
BBQ/picnic area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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5120 Earlwick Rd, Richmond, VA, 23230
  • Place, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Virginia Commonwealth University
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Richmond
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Family House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Futon

Executive Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Economy Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Futon

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About the neighborhood

Richmond

Dumbarton stay.Your stay at this Dumbarton B&B places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Shops at Willow Lawn and Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Also, Henrico Doctors' Hospital is within 3 miles (5 km) and Virginia Commonwealth University is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Carytown - 6 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Virginia Museum of Fine Arts - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Virginia Commonwealth University - 7 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • University of Richmond - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪88 Street Food - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

About this property

A house full of steel balls and games

Family-friendly stay near University of Richmond
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly A house full of steel balls and games. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Richmond bed & breakfast.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
A house full of steel balls and games offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and DVD players. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 30-inch plasma televisions come with video-game consoles. Additionally, rooms include free minibar items and complimentary bottled water. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • DVD player
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Musical instrument
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • Pachinko
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 30-inch plasma TV
  • DVD player
  • Video game console

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Oven
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Separate sitting area
  • Washer/dryer
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from November 13 2025 to November 16 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Hallway
  • Lobby
During renovations, the bed & breakfast will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 5.3 percent will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 25.00 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is A house full of steel balls and games to the airport?

A house full of steel balls and games is 15.2 mi (20-min drive) away from the Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does A house full of steel balls and games have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at A house full of steel balls and games.

Does A house full of steel balls and games offer free breakfast?

A house full of steel balls and games offers free self-serve breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at A house full of steel balls and games?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at A house full of steel balls and games?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at A house full of steel balls and games?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does A house full of steel balls and games have a pool?

A house full of steel balls and games does not have a pool.

Does A house full of steel balls and games have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is A house full of steel balls and games to downtown Richmond?

A house full of steel balls and games is 5.3 mi away from Richmond.