Location: Front Royal, Virginia, USA (45 minutes from the closest DC subway station (Vienna)) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
Miriam's House at Jordan River Farm is the main house on a 328 acre green estate in scenic Rappahannock County, approximately 70 miles west of Washington, D.C.
The house, parts of which date back to the Colonial Period, features 3 bedrooms, two bathrooms, a large living room with two sofas, and a full kitchen including dinnerware. There is a two-tiered patio and 16 foot gazebo overlooking a one acre pond brimming over with bass, blue gill and catfish, and breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. We now have a Contour Paddle Boat! We also have over 1000 feet of lake frontage on a 5 acre lake with excellent fishing there as well.
Jordan River Farm is about a mile across and borders on other large estates, so if you would like to hike to the Jordan River or fish the 5 acre back lake, please ask for a brief car tour and map or you could get lost! Much of the far end of the farm is in a wild and natural state, so staying here is like having your own private state park. Please keep your pets on a leash or you could easily lose them!
Jordan River Farm was farmed chemical free since 1971, and was the first farm in the state to be officially certified organic in 1988. The entire farm is protected in perpetuity against subdivision and toxic chemicals by the Virginia Outdoors Foundation and Chesapeake Bay Foundation easements, making it the most environmentally restricted private property in the state. We ask that you do not litter or remove plants or rocks during your stay.
We are in the heart of Virginia wine and hunt country with many wineries and riding events within a few minutes drive of the farm. Rappahannock County is also host to many fine restaurants including the world famous Inn at Little Washington. We are only a 20 minute drive from Skyline Drive, near Front Royal, Virginia.
Join us in our environmental vision and experience a moment of peace at The Jordan River Farm.
C. L. "Cory" Koral (rhymes with "moral")
owner and current steward. For a map, list of local wineries and riding events and other information, please see our website.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer: Washer and dryer located in laundry room off of kitchen
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace: Upstairs wood fireplace in master bedroom
- Wood Stove: Wood stove located in living room.
- Beds
- King Bed
- Double Bed
- Convertible Bed: Fold out Lofa Sofa (futon based convertible) is located in lower bedroom.
- Entertainment
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Pots and pans, blender, coffee maker.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave: .7 Cubic foot size
- Catering Available: For meals or refrigerator stocking call Kim O'Heron at 540 635-9505
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Gazebo: Sixteen foot diameter!
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details: It's only 100 feet from the back terrace to the pond.
- Mountain View: Blue Ridge Mountains to the West!
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Other Amenities
- Internet access is limited to renter's air card, which might not work in this location, or renter's dial up access number.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: There is a $10 per pet per day cleaning fee.
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed: Smoking allowed outside the house.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- We now have a two person Contour PADDLE BOAT on the pond at Miriam's House!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
April 1- May 30 WEEKDAY $200/night WEEKEND (Fri-Sun) $250/night
June 1 - Aug 31 WEEKDAY $175/night WEEKEND (Fri-Sun) $200/night
Sept 1 - Dec 31 WEEKDAY $200/night WEEKEND (Fri-Sun) $250/night
Weekends require two night mimimum stay.
OFF-SEASON: Jan 1 - Mar 31 CAll
or EMAIL for nightly, weekly, or monthly quote
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Green Vacation Rental, Mountain Views, Colored Leaves
Year Purchased: 1971
Why the Owner Chose Front Royal
The farm is on a single-lane secluded gravel road and yet is easy driving to the nearest village, 4 miles away, or town, 12 miles away. You can bring your own food and cook up a storm in our fully equipped kitchen, or dine out at many of the fine restaurants in the area.
The Unique Benefits at this House
The farm is about a mile across, so you can hike, fish and picnic without leaving the property. It's like having your own private state park. I have enhanced the historic character of the house while still maintaining modern amenities.
With it's wide-open spaces, the farm is great for pets of all kinds. Walk or drive to the 5 acre lake and enjoy the multitude of wildlife here.
Owner's Map of Front Royal
My wife, Miriam, and I have been farming here, chemical free since 1971, and were the first farm in the state to be officially certified organic in 1988. It was too much work for me to continue farming after her death in 2001, so I made the main farmhouse, now called "Miriam's House", into a vacation rental. I have revamped and "spiffed up" the grounds to appeal to the vacation guests, such as an extended patio, 16 foot gazebo and Contour Paddle Boat.
The entire 328 acres is protected by two separate easements, ensuring the environmental integrity of the property in perpetuity. It is our long-standing commitment to "green" values has made Jordan River Farm the most environmentally protected private property in the state, if not the country. It is my pleasure to introduce you to a truly secluded, peaceful and natural vacation experience.
Property Photos
- Miriam's House at The Jordan River Farm - Historic Huntly House Overlooking Pond With Blue Ridge Mountain Views
- Master Bedroom - Historic Huntly House Overlooking Pond With Blue Ridge Mountain Views
- Living Room - Historic Huntly House Overlooking Pond With Blue Ridge Mountain Views
- Breakfast Nook
- Miriam's House Kitchen
- Historic Logroom Lofa Sofa (convertible futon sofa)
- Pond View of Grounds
- Gazebo on One-Acre Pond
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Sweeney Family , Woodbridge, VA
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Hal F. , New York, NY
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We had so much fun. Thank you for keeping the house so lovely and beautiful. Thank you.
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This was a good and refreshing change from the chaotic lives we lead in the city. The house was a perfect retreat for our family. Thank you so much for the tour of your land. We really enjoyed it.
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What a great time! It's very cozy here. I would love to come back someday.
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Such a magical, special place! Thank you for keeping this home in such beautiful form and allowing all to see it and share it.
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The house was fabulous, lots of birds to listen to, the wind in the trees, lots of green. Lovely. I'm so glad I stayed at this house!