Fantasy Getaway Cottage on Private Pond with Waterfall, Rock Pool and Hot Tub
- Minimum stay:2-4 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:Yes
- Wheel chair accessible:No
A Perfect Fantasy Escape. 650 sq ft Cottage is beautifully secluded on 10 acres with a private pond. Sit in the hot tub and watch the waterfall cascade into a rock pool and flow into a beautiful 15,000 sq/ft lined swimming pond...or sit in the rock pool under the waterfall and you will think you must be in Hawaii.The expansive lanai and deck are perfect for catching the sun; alfreco dining under the stars; hanging out with friends; reading your favorite book...you name it and it will be as good as anything you've imagined. The beach has a zero depth entry for lounging or playing in the water. Inside this gem you will find everything you need for a delightful stay: From the leather lounge and viking bed you can watch the fireplace or the large flat screen TV to the rainfall shower with natural stone and tile. Only a two minute walk from the scenic Shenandoah River. Skyline Drive, hiking and biking trails, 100 holes of golf, shopping, restaurants only 10-20 minutes away!
Property Type
- Bungalow
- 650 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper Optional
Suitability
- Children Welcome
- Pets Considered
- Non Smoking Only
- Unsuitable For Elderly Or Infirm
Bedrooms
- 0 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4
- Bedroom 1
- 1 queen
- Viking bed Alcove
- Bedroom 2
- 1 sleep sofa /futon
- loft room with 1/2 bath
- Downstairs Queen size 'Viking' bed with fireplace and water views!
Bathrooms
- 1.0 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- toilet, shower
- Bathroom 2
- toilet
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- CD Player
- Books For Kids
- Radio
- Games
- Books
- DVD Player
- Television
- Stereo
Theme
- Romantic
- Away From It All
Attractions
- Cinemas
- Playground
- Waterfalls
- Coin Laundry
- Caves
- Forests
- Library
- Restaurants
- Winery Tours
- Pond
- Churches
- Autumn Foliage
- Museums
- Arboretum
- Recreation Center
Car
- Necessary
Leisure Activities
- Scenic Drives
- Sledding
- Beachcombing
- Horseback Riding
- Sight Seeing
- Antiquing
- Bird Watching
- Eco Tourism
- Paddle Boating
- Walking
local services and businesses
- Massage Therapist
- ATM/Bank
- Fitness Center
- Hospital
- Groceries
- Babysitter
Location Type
- Waterfront
- Mountain
sports and adventure activities
- Hunting Small Game
- Fly Fishing
- Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
- Swimming
- Equestrian Events
- Pier Fishing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Golf
- Jet Skiing
- Water Tubing
- Mountain Biking
- Ice Skating
- Freshwater Fishing
- Water Skiing
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Spelunking
- Fishing
- Mountain Climbing
- Tennis
- Hunting
- Rafting
- Wind-Surfing
- Snorkeling
- Mountaineering
Arrival Day
- Flexible
catering options
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Dining
- Dining Area
forms of payment
- Accept Credit Card
General
- Iron & Board
- Local Maps
- Towels Provided
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Basic Soaps
- Clothes Dryer
- Mobile Phone
- Internet
- Alarm Clock
- Laundry Soap
- Split-System Air Conditioning
- Washing Machine
- Local Restaurant Guide
- Hair Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Gas Heating
- Toilet Paper
- Paper Towels
- Fireplace
- Wireless Internet
house cleaning
- Housekeeper Optional
Kitchen
- Coffee Grinder
- Cooking Utensils
- Oven
- Toaster
- Blender
- Refrigerator
- 4 Ring Stove
- Coffee Maker
- Grill
- Microwave
- Pantry Items
Outside
- Raft
- Outdoor Grill
- Boat Dock
- Unscreened Porch / Veranda
- Porch / Veranda
- Barbecue
- Wood Deck
- Boat
- Beach Towels
- Outdoor Grill Gas
- Deck / Patio
- Lanai / Gazebo
- Beach Chairs
- Outdoor Entertainment Area
- Walkway To Water
Payment Type
- Discover
- Visa
- Mastercard
Pool / Spa
- Outdoor Hot Tub
- Hot Tub
Reviews
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Great couple's getaway- we'll be back!
Great couple's getaway- we'll be back!
- Guest Ann C.
- Date of stay 04/26/13
- Review Submitted 05/08/13
My boyfriend, my dog, and I (with owner's permission to bring the dog) came to the cottage to have a quiet little weekend getaway from the city. *The cottage- small but efficient, nicely decorated in a transitional/modern style and very clean. There were big windows everywhere and high ceilings that really make great use of the space- my boyfriend is 6'5" and felt comfortable there! There was a loft (reachable by ladder) that you can't see in the picture. It had a sofa/couch and a 1/2 bath that is small, but usable for smaller people or kids. The kitchen and bath are also smaller but well-organized and with good materials, although the shower did leak a bit- nothing that couldn't be remedied with an extra bath mat, which they had. There was also a washer and dryer, which is nice, and the large TV over the fireplace had Netflix streaming set up. *The setting- You really feel a sense of privacy and peace there- it's like you're in your own little canyon. The waterfall was really great, the sound was so soothing! We enjoyed hearing AND seeing it. The hot tub on the well-built deck (with eating area too) was also nice, very hot and pretty heavily chlorinated, but that's to be expected. There were beautiful flowers and trees all over- the landscaping was gorgeous. My dog LOVED the rock pond, and she swam a lot but the water was still a bit low for the humans to consider going in, it seemed kind of murky too. Note that the location is VERY remote! There are several gravel roads you have to take to get there, and the driveway to/from the cottage was very steep- we got stuck the first time. *The property manager was very nice and helpful, including showing us how to drive my car out of the property (steep gravel road!). He answered any emails or phone calls very quickly. *We didn't get to see a lot of the area although there did seem like some nice attractions nearby. The next time we go we will definitely stay longer.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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WOW
WOW
- Guest bojana
- Date of stay 03/23/13
- Review Submitted 03/27/13
WOW is all I can say. The pictures don't do it justice!!! The pond is amazing...the stone formations on one side look spectacular! Our stay was really nice, the cabin and deck are really modern! I would definitely recommend this cabin and can't wait to go back in the summer!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1
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Wonderful little place!
Wonderful little place!
- Guest castironmaven
- Date of stay 01/23/13
- Review Submitted 01/29/13
We had a wonderful two-night stay at the cabin, which is beautifully finished inside and out, with a fully equipped kitchen (we cooked all of our meals, including use of the oven, stove, toaster, electric kettle--there was also a blender and coffee maker). The layout of the main floor is well done and gives two people plenty of room. We were there at the absolute limits of what the cabin could take in terms of low temperatures--it was in the teens the whole time, which is unusual for Virginia--and the heater strained a bit to keep the place warm, but between it and the fire it did keep up. The hot tub was great--ready for us on arrival and completely fine through the cold snap. The owner answered questions instantaneously via text and voicemail. The setting for the cabin in a small hollow meant that it was completely private--we could see the lights of another cabin in the distance and one house peeks over the hill, but these both were far enough away that you feel like you're all alone. The deer and foxes that wandered through the hollow in the morning and evening added to the effect! The road getting to the farm hadn't been regraded in awhile and so involved a range of holes and washboard patches; the driveway down to the cabin had been recently graveled, and so was fine, although do be aware that there is an extremely steep section of the driveway which we just managed to get back up in our car, drawing on our experience driving mountain roads. It should be fine most times of year, but in deeper snow (we had 1-2 inches), ice, or mud it would be difficult. Both road and driveway were navigable in a regular car, but this is something to keep in mind. Overall this place is wonderful! We recommend it for a quiet getaway.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, girls getaway.
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Perfect weekend getaway
Perfect weekend getaway
- Guest meghan s.
- Date of stay 11/09/12
- Review Submitted 11/15/12
This little cottage could not have been more perfect. It is a case study in how to impeccably design and appoint a small, comfortable space. My boyfriend and I came here for a relaxing weekend after the craziness of election season. It was exactly what we needed - quiet, peaceful, cozy. We enjoyed the fireplace and hot tub and wandering through the woods and grilling on the deck. A perfect weekend got even better when he proposed next to the firepit under a starry sky with the waterfall in the background! Thank you for sharing this special place with us! We can't wait to go back.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 3/3
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Perfect Hideway Escape ...
Perfect Hideway Escape ...
- Guest Tracy H.
- Date of stay 10/19/12
- Review Submitted 11/14/12
This cottage was the most perfect place I have been for a weekend ever. Completely hidden from view, with a private pond, deck, and walking distance to the River. And yet 10 minutes from the grocery store, I-66. and 15 minutes to the entrance of Shenandoah National Park. We were in heaven. Frank is very attentive to every detail, and yet one can communicate by text/email so as not to break the sanctity of having completely escaped from talking to any other human for the weekend. We prepared meals in the cottage, slept soundly, and loved, loved, loved the natural setting, with 360 views out of the windows. I travel around the world, and yet this is the closest I have found to paradise in a long time.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 3/3
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It's Amazing
It's Amazing
- Guest Ying
- Date of stay 10/05/12
- Review Submitted 10/16/12
I can't describe it using one word, it is so beautiful, peaceful. A true paradise on earth. I love it. My husband and I spent one day there during day time. It is one of the best times we have ever. The house is cozy, clean, great design. It’s not big, but you get everything you need. The owner Frank is so nice and accessible. For sure I will come back again.Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with young children.
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Perfect for a Quiet Weekend
Perfect for a Quiet Weekend
- Guest Ken
- Date of stay 04/20/12
- Review Submitted 04/23/12
The cottage was very cosy, perfect for a couple looking for a couple of quiet days. Just enough to be comfortable, very clean and quiet. Only one hour from Fairfax. My wife and I realy enjoyed the stay and plan to come back.Recommended for: Sightseeing, pet owners, romantic getaway.
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Wonderful Getaway!
Wonderful Getaway!
- Guest Rhonda M.
- Date of stay 04/05/12
- Review Submitted 04/16/12
Our stay was a birthday surprise for my husband. We had a wonderful, relaxing visit at the Pond Cottage. The waterfall was awesome! What a great design! We watched out the window from the bed as the sun came up as some deer came across the hill above the waterfall to graze. Really enjoyed walking the trail down to the river. So many wonderful huge old trees. The property is beautiful! The cottage is very clean and had everything we needed and more. The owner was very accommodating. We look forward to staying again. Frank, thank you for sharing your cozy cottage.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 2/2
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Loved it
Loved it
- Guest Katelyn E.
- Date of stay 03/16/12
- Review Submitted 03/26/12
Loved the cottage. It is comfy and cozy. There are great views all around the house. Loved the idea of the bed, and the jacuzzi. Also the water fall is a great touch and relaxing noise! Not far from stores. Very quiet around house. Frank was easy to get a hold of, if needed.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1
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Great Getaway
Great Getaway
- Guest Mindy
- Date of stay 03/23/12
- Review Submitted 03/26/12
Thank you Frank, for a great getaway. The bungalow is adorable and a perfectly tranquil retreat! The steep driveway was a bit tricky at first in my husbands compact manual car, but we managed. We enjoyed the geese and turtles that visited daily, as well as the seranade of the frogs at night. Truly a relaxing weekend!Recommended for: Romantic getaway.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Rate 2 night min stay |
$199 | $1099 | ||||
| Summer 2013 May 24 - Aug 31 3 night min stay |
$299 | $1799 | ||||
| Autumn 2013 Sep 2 - Oct 30 2 night min stay |
$299 | $1799 | ||||
| Thanksgiving 2013 Nov 27 - Nov 30 4 night min stay |
$299 | |||||
| Christmas 2013 Dec 20 - Dec 31 3 night min stay |
$299 | $1799 | ||||
| Spring 2013 Mar 1 - May 23 2 night min stay |
$249 | $1399 | ||||
Additional Fees and Taxes:
Lodging tax rate is 7%
Pet fee is $15 per pet/per night
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Photos
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The Cottage Downstairs
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Dock from the Cottage
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Front Porch of the Cottage
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The Queen Viking Bed Alcove
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The Pavilion Room
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Views Whichever Way You Look
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The Front Porch
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The Fireplace and TV from the Banquette
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The Cottage from the dock
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The Kitchen with River Granite tops
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Looking towards the Waterfall from the Dock
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From the Pond Path
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Hot Tub Overlooks the Pond and Waterfall
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The Pond Overlook (hot tub) has lounge chairs
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The Pond On its Way to Being Full This Winter
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The Shenandoah River is Accessible from the Pond House-Walking!
