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The Gingerbread House: 4BR cottage w/ modern amenities, sunroom/deck, sleeps 12

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Large windows
Famiy room
Front elevation
Vaulted ceiling w/ exposed beams
Front Deck

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Swimming pool
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Massanutten, VA
  • Place, Massanutten Water Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Shenandoah National Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, James Madison University
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 4 (Upper level)

2 Twin Beds

Family room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Loft

1 Double Sofa Bed

Sunroom

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3 (Upper level)

Toilet

Master bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

McGaheysville

Located in McGaheysville, this cottage is in the mountains. Massanutten Resort and White Oak Lavender Farm & The Purple WOLF Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shenandoah National Park and Swift Run Gap Entrance Shenandoah. Traveling with kids? Consider Massanutten Water Park and SoLace Studios Fine Handcrafts. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Massanutten, VA

What's nearby

  • Massanutten Water Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Massanutten Resort - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Shenandoah National Park - 17 min drive - 21.0 km
  • James Madison University - 19 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Luray Caverns - 40 min drive - 53.2 km

Getting around

  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old 33 Beer & Burger Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Elkton Brewing Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Vito's Pizza Pie - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Gingerbread House: 4BR cottage w/ modern amenities, sunroom/deck, sleeps 12 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Gingerbread House: 4BR cottage w/ modern amenities, sunroom/deck, sleeps 12?

As of Nov 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gingerbread House: 4BR cottage w/ modern amenities, sunroom/deck, sleeps 12 on Nov 4, 2026 start from $384, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Gingerbread House: 4BR cottage w/ modern amenities, sunroom/deck, sleeps 12 pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Gingerbread House: 4BR cottage w/ modern amenities, sunroom/deck, sleeps 12?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gingerbread House: 4BR cottage w/ modern amenities, sunroom/deck, sleeps 12?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Gingerbread House: 4BR cottage w/ modern amenities, sunroom/deck, sleeps 12 located?

This family-friendly McGaheysville cottage is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Massanutten Water Park and George Washington National Forest. Massanutten Resort and MPOA Go-Kart Track are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 98 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It worked for what we were looking for but it is an older house which is something to keep in mind. Overall, we had a good stay and it fit 5 kids and 4 adults without any issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great visit

Enjoyed the gingerbread stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Loved this cute little cabin! Nice location. Super nice hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Get away

Great place to stay. Entire family enjoyed the house. Easy to access and great location if you want to stay around the resort.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Beautiful property and perfect location with all amenities we could have asked for we would definitely stay here again loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We had a great stay at the Gingerbread House. It fit our four adults and five young children comfortably.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

we enjoy the stays！clean and good location

The house is so beautiful and clean. There is even a play area with toys and games，which our kids loves it！The location is good too，super close to Massanutten water park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Family friendly and great location.

Property was large and nice - perfect for the eight of us. The kids loved the upstairs bedroom and nook.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 6, 2020
Thank you for the nice review. We are very happy that your family enjoyed your stay. Best Regards, Scott and Vivian Dahl
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to recharge your batteries

Wonderful, quiet location. Close to everything! We had an amazing time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property and location for JMU graduation

Our family of 5 stayed at the Gingerbread Cottage for 3 nights to celebrate our daughter's college graduation from JMU. The location was ideal as it was not far from Harrisonburg and close to restaurants. We had fun at Cave Hill Brewery, which was close and had great meals at Thunderbird Cafe (breakfast) and Hank's (great bbq dinner). We highly recommend staying at this property and would return if in the area again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun getaway

Wonderful cozy home! We will be back this was a return visit!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

We loved our stay at the Gingerbread House! The kids especially loved hanging out in the loft area. We played board games and enjoyed each others company. We visited Luray Caverns and hiked in Shenandoah. Great time Overall!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun and Cozy Getaway

We had a fantastic stay at the Gingerbread House! It was perfect for our family. The place was incredibly clean, which made us feel comfortable and at home. The kids loved the variety of games available, keeping them entertained. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and we highly recommend it for families looking for a cozy and fun getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful!

The house, or should I say the chalet had everything we needed. The proximity to the ski area, only 5 minutes, was amazing. Nice and quiet neighborhood. Loved every minute of our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 6, 2020
Thank you for such a nice review. Please come back and stay with us again. Best Regards, Scott and Vivian Dahl
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything was perfect

I booked it for my brother’s family. The house was just as pictured. Very clean, comfortable and definitely will come back to stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

We had a great time at the gingerbread house. The house has all the kitchen utensils you need and some welcoming extras. The cabin location is close enough to restaurants, grocery stores and wineries but far enough from the main road. You can’t go wrong with the gingerbread house.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for small groups

Our group really enjoyed the house. It was clean when we got there and everything was prepped for us from bed sheets to having dishwasher detergent and other small things that aren’t usually provided. Would definitely stay there again. House has its own charm and is great for those looking for a relaxed getaway somewhere rural.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 6, 2020
Thank you for the nice review. We are happy you enjoyed your stay. Please consider us the next time you visit the area. Best Regards, Scott and Vivian Dahl
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great house for our family!

We had a family get together over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend to visit Massanutten and the water park. The house work out perfect for us, the kids loved the loft and having their own space. The house worked great for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 6, 2020
Thank you for such a nice review. Please consider us the next time you visit the area. Best Regards, Scott and Vivian Dahl
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot for Grad trip!

My family and I stayed at The Gingerbread House for my brothers graduation from JMU. House is exactly as pictured and described. It’s a perfect and cozy home for family. There were two living areas we could spread out and a perfect little dining room for family meals. The hosts had these cute little bottles of shampoo, conditioner and body wash set up and plenty of linens. Really lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Very clean - good for families

We had a great time here. Master bedroom is great and has a good mattress. Back deck is peaceful. Several Roku TVs around the house. And various games for the kids were found in the loft which was a nice touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Visited the area for my nephews weeding at a local Vineyard. House was just as the description said it was. Location was great. Close to town and a quiet drive through the Shenandoah National Park. Even through JMU had a football game it was easy to get around town, no crazy crowds
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 21, 2021
Thank you for the nice review! We are happy you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice house at a great location

Had a great time. The house is located in a resort community so plenty of fun things to do. It’s also twenty minutes from Shenandoah National Park entrance. We went there several times and really enjoyed the hiking trails in the park. House is clean and Scott very nice and quick to our questions. WiFi is also very convenient as we needed to work from the house for some time.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on May 4, 2021
Thank you for the nice review. We are happy you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

All Taken Care of by Owners and Management

The property is very nice, matching the descriptions and actually the house design is better than the pictures can show. Great location on the mountain. Everything was in place so we could quickly and easily grab the key, unpack and go straight to enjoying some family time! Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on May 4, 2021
Best Regards<
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Very nice and cozy!

Overall experience was really good. Price is reasonable and the cottage was very cozy and location is great. We had all amenities needed. If I was to make any complaint, the only downside is that at night time, it got really cold inside the bedrooms. Upgrading the windows would make this little place just perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 6, 2020
Thank you for the feedback! You comments were helpful, we are making plans to improve the condition of our home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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