We live in Richmond, and I'm a professor at VCU. We had been going to our Afton retreat frequently when our two boys were home. We all enjoy the mountain views, the hiking and the other fun activities in the area.
My wife changed jobs and is now less able to get away on weekends as a result. So renting our place became the obvious way to afford to be able to keep our cherished place in the family and to use it on occasion when not rented, and we are free.