The spaceHere’s what you can expect at the house:
**MAIN FLOOR**
LIVING ROOM
-leather sectional + swivel chair
-55" frame TV with streaming options
DINING ROOM
-large table seating 10
KITCHEN
-stainless appliances (fridge, dishwasher, microwave, stove/oven)
-island with seating for 4
-quartz countertops
-fully stocked! (pots/pans, dishes, blender, etc.)
DOWNSTAIRS FULL BATH
-oversized tile shower
-sink + toilet
-towels
DOWNSTAIRS PORCH
-outdoor dining for 8
**UPSTAIRS**
BEDROOM #1
-king canopy bed
-smart TV
-dresser + closet
-blackout curtains + sound machine
BEDROOM #2
-king bed + twin daybed
-dresser in closet
-blackout curtains + sound machine
BEDROOM #3
-king bed
-smart TV
-desk
-closet
-blackout curtains + sound machine
LANDING
-twin bed daybed
-reading chair w/ books surrounding the topics of poverty and race (including children's books to help teach about black history and diversity on their level)
FULL BATH
-clawfoot tub + shower
-Bluetooth speaker
-toilet + sink
-towels
SCREENED-IN PORCH
-hanging daybed couch
-bistro table for 2
CLIMATE CONTROL
The downstairs temperature is controlled by central heat and air, and each of the upstairs bedrooms and hallway have their own ductless mini-split with remote for guests to control their desired temperature!
PARKING
Free street parking is available along the side of the home for approx 4-5 vehicles.
TV
Smart TV streaming services (ready for your own personal logins)
OTHER IMPORTANT INFO
All linens are provided.
No pets allowed. (while we love fur babies, we are firm on this policy)
We do not rent to anyone under 25.
Renting this home for meetings & small gatherings is allowed under a separate fee structure from our overnight guest stays. Please contact All Belong Co for inquiries to be considered.
WHAT’S NEARBY
-Donut shop, vintage clothing shop & pizza place (across the street!)
-Plant shop (next door)
-Academy Center of the Arts (2 blocks)
-basketball courts (next door)
-walking nature trails (5 min walk)
-breweries, shops & more downtown restaurants (5-10 min walk)
-Virginian Hotel (5 minute walk)
-historic church steeples (2-10 minute walk)
-Amazement Square children’s museum (3 min drive)
-Legacy Museum of African American History (2 min drive)
-Lynchburg Museum (2 min drive)
-Liberty University (12-15 min)
-University of Lynchburg (10 min)
-Seaquest Lynchburg (12 min)
-Snowflex (12 min)
AREA DAY TRIPS
Blue Ridge Parkway: 20 min
Blue Ridge Mountain hiking: 35-40 min
Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest home: 25 min
Appomattox Courthouse: 30 min
Natural Bridge: 48 min
HOSTED BY: the MLK Dream Home is a part of the All Belong Collective, a local small business dedicated to providing 5-star stays. Our team will take good care of you!
*You can view this listing later by clicking the heart in the top right corner.
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Why an Airbnb that honors the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr?
There's so many reasons (read below!) but ultimately, without his achievements, our own family wouldn’t exist. So we've collaborated with black artists and creatives in order to bring this historic home on downtown Lynchburg's MLK Boulevard to our community.
Here's a few more reasons:
1. His impact was an inspiration in founding our hosting business "All Belong"
2. MLK himself walked this street and even stayed overnight just a few blocks away!
3. The street used to be known as black Main Street and is named after him.
4. Our son is black and that matters.
5. To highlight black excellence
6. To support black-owned businesses
7. To tell the story that hatred doesn’t win
8. To inspire others to dream BIG
9. To educate, inspire, challenge, and build bridges
10. To give financially to local non-profits that fight poverty and racism
11. His message of love, peace, and unity is what we all need to hear right now.
12. To welcome ALL
We hope you’ll find the MLK Dream Home a place where you belong.
Guest accessGuests will have access to the entire home with the exception of the basement, where washer/dryer are located. For stays longer than 4 nights, we can make the washer/dryer available for you!
Additional notesThe home is located along a well-traveled street which allows for easy access to anywhere downtown. You can expect to see a rich diversity of people from all economic levels. The sounds of the street might be noisy at times (a lively game of basketball at the park, a loud fire truck, etc.)
We provide sound machines and ear plugs in each bedroom, but if these things would impact your stay and cause you to give less than a 5 star review, this home may not be the best fit.
Guest interactionWe like to give our guests privacy, but we're nearby if any issue arises!
Neighborhood overviewThe MLK Dream Home is located along 5th Street in downtown Lynchburg. It is adjacent to the charming Garland Hills Historic District, known for its architecturally impressive homes.
5th St is a well-traveled street which allows for easy access to anywhere downtown. You can expect to see a rich diversity of people from all economic levels. The sounds of the street might be noisy at times (a lively game of basketball at the park, a loud fire truck, etc.)
We provide sound machines and ear plugs in each bedroom, but if these things would impact your stay and cause you to give less than a 5 star review, this home may not be the best fit.
Getting aroundThere is plenty to do within walking distance, but everything downtown is within a 5 minute drive. Uber is available as well!