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Highlights
Family fun awaits
Top-rated for families.
Ping pong onsite
A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 15
Popular amenities
Hot tub on site
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Explore the area
Massanutten, VA
Massanutten Water Park
Place, Massanutten Water Park
3 min drive
Massanutten Resort
Place, Massanutten Resort
4 min drive
MPOA Go-Kart Track
Place, MPOA Go-Kart Track
5 min drive
Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)
Airport, Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)
31 min drive
Where you'll sleep
6 bedrooms (sleeps 15)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Twin Bunk Beds
Bedroom 5
3 Twin Beds
Bedroom 6
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Sam's Place - Custom 6BR Home - Arcade, Games, Movie Room & Hot Tub!
WELCOME TO SAM'S PLACE
Welcome to Sam’s Place, a custom-built 6-bedroom retreat located inside the gated Massanutten Resort! Designed with families and groups in mind, this home combines comfortable, upscale furnishings with plenty of entertainment, space, and privacy.
Located on a quiet street with a private lot, Sam’s Place offers a peaceful setting while keeping you just minutes from all the resort activities. The flat driveway and ample parking make arrival easy, even for larger groups traveling with multiple vehicles.
Inside, the fun continues with an arcade, games room, dedicated movie room, and hot tub- giving everyone plenty to do after a day of exploring the mountains. Gather around for a family game night, challenge each other in the arcade, enjoy a movie together, or unwind in the hot tub.
BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS
Sam’s Place features 6 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, providing plenty of space for families and groups.
• Primary Suite: King bed with en-suite bathroom • Bedroom 2: King bed • Bedroom 3: Queen bed • Bedroom 4: Two bunk beds with a trundle • Bedroom 5: Twin bed with a trundle • Bedroom 6: Queen bed
The king and queen bedrooms share a full bathroom, while the downstairs bedrooms provide additional sleeping space for families and groups.
KITCHEN & LAUNDRY
The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need to prepare and serve delicious home-cooked meals. Coffee lovers will appreciate having both a Keurig and French Press available.
We provide all linens, towels, and washcloths, along with dishwasher tabs, laundry pods, paper towels, and toilet paper for your convenience.
A full laundry room with washer and dryer is also available for guest use.
DOG-FRIENDLY
Our home is dog-friendly and lovingly named after our Golden Retriever, Samson! We provide dog bowls, treats, and a dedicated spot to hang your leash.
Please add pets to your reservation. A $100 pet cleaning fee applies.
TRAVELING WITH A LARGER GROUP?
Traveling with friends or family? Check out Duke’s Place, our 3-bedroom home located right next door. It’s a great option for larger groups who want to stay close while still having their own space.
Past guests or guests looking for a 3–4 bedroom option are welcome to reach out to us for a custom quote.
MASSANUTTEN RESORT
Sam’s Place is located inside the gated Massanutten Resort, putting you close to endless mountain adventures.
Depending on the season, enjoy skiing, two golf courses, a water park, mountain biking, ziplining, mini-golf, go-karts, fishing, scenic parks, and more—all just a couple of miles from the home.
For the outdoor pool, the house has a pool pass that allows guests to access the pool for $6 per person.
Please note: The resort charges a $200 fee for a lost pool pass. We ask guests to keep the pass in a safe place during their stay and return it to the binder before checkout to avoid this charge.
EXPLORE THE SURROUNDING AREA
There’s plenty to explore beyond Massanutten Resort.
Downtown Harrisonburg and James Madison University are approximately 15 miles away, with fantastic restaurants, museums, shops, and local attractions.
The nearest Shenandoah River access is about 10 miles from the home and is perfect for tubing and kayaking during the summer.
The Swift Gap entrance to Shenandoah National Park is approximately 15 miles away and offers excellent hiking trails and beautiful Blue Ridge Mountain scenery.
Local wineries and breweries are also just a short drive away, making it easy to spend a relaxing afternoon exploring the Shenandoah Valley.
Whether you're planning a family vacation, a friends' getaway, a ski trip, or simply a mountain escape, Sam’s Place gives you the space, privacy, entertainment, and comfort to make the most of your time in Massanutten.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 999 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Property # 2915833
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
McGaheysville
Located in McGaheysville, this vacation home is near a water park and in the mountains. Miller-Kite House Museum and Town of Shenandoah Museum & Welcome Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Massanutten Resort and White Oak Lavender Farm & The Purple WOLF Vineyard. Traveling with kids? Consider Massanutten Water Park and SoLace Studios Fine Handcrafts. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and rock climbing nearby.
SoLace Studios Fine Handcrafts - 11 min drive - 14.5 km
Shenandoah National Park - 17 min drive - 22.0 km
Getting around
Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
Old 33 Beer & Burger Grill - 12 min drive
7-Eleven - 16 min drive
Elkton Brewing Company - 12 min drive
Vito's Pizza Pie - 14 min drive
McDonald's - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Sam's Place - Custom 6BR Home - Arcade, Games, Movie Room & Hot Tub! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 999 lbs per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Sam's Place - Custom 6BR Home - Arcade, Games, Movie Room & Hot Tub!?
As of Sep 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sam's Place - Custom 6BR Home - Arcade, Games, Movie Room & Hot Tub! on Oct 4, 2026 start from $957, 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.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sam's Place - Custom 6BR Home - Arcade, Games, Movie Room & Hot Tub!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sam's Place - Custom 6BR Home - Arcade, Games, Movie Room & Hot Tub!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Sam's Place - Custom 6BR Home - Arcade, Games, Movie Room & Hot Tub! located?
This family-friendly McGaheysville vacation home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of George Washington National Forest and Massanutten Water Park. 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.
Julian was a fantastic host. The home was spotless and featured high quality beds, linens, towels, etc. Extremely comfortable, tucked away on a quiet street. We loved the games. Great place to relax after a great day of skiing!
Our family had the best stay! We enjoyed your home and all its amenities as much as we enjoyed the ski slopes and nearby hiking at Shenandoah. We even had a dusting of snow! We hope to come back again very soon!
We had a wonderful stay at Sam's Place. The house was beautiful and clean. Enjoyed all the games in the basement. Liked that the driveway was flat unlike a lot of houses in Massanutten with steep driveways. I would recommend Sam's Place to anyone visiting Massanutten.
We had an amazing stay at Sam’s place. Everything was as described in the listing, clean, and comfortable. Loved the convenience to the slopes and the kids had a blast in the game room. And the house is dog friendly! Would definitely recommend.
This house was awesome for my annual getaway with my daughters and grandkids! Close enough to waterpark and other activities. The added bonus was the game room in the lower level! I would highly recommend this beautiful home!
Sam's Place did not disappoint! The house was immaculate and cozy. We had an awesome time enjoying the fall foliage from the spacious deck and the basement game room proved to hours of fun.
This was our second time at this property and we loved it just as much as the first. Awesome communication with Julian, extremely clean, easy to find, and just an overall great experience. Thanks. We will definitely come back again.
Sam’s place didn’t disappoint! From the spacious layout, the immaculate condition of the home, to the amazing game room…. this home was top tier! The host anticipates every guest need, and thoughtfully stocks the entire cabin to make packing a breeze! Julian is so friendly and responsive! You really can’t ask for more! We have been guests at it’s adjacent property, Duke’s place as well…. anything from this host is absolute perfection. We look forward to visiting again this Winter!
My family and I stayed at this property to go skiing at Massanutten. The house is conveniently located about 2 miles from the slopes so we were able to go back and forth easily for lunch. The house is new and very well decorated, and of course clean. It had a well equipped kitchen for us to cook all of our meals. We had plenty of activities to enjoy after skiing with the game room in the basement and board games provided. My son enjoyed time playing the video games in the bedroom as well. Our entire experience was positive and we will consider booking another trip in the future.
Property was beautiful. Obviously new. Very nice deck looking over the woods. Basement area was great gor the kids. Looks like eventually there may be a third bathroom there. Kids loved their own space! Able to load and unload car easily without climbing stairs.
Julian was an excellent host! The property was ultra-clean, modern, and spacious. Loved the large comfy sofa and cozy fireplace, which provided a great ambiance! Also loved the open floor plan and high ceilings. The beds were comfortable and we slept well. The parking was convenient and the location offered different activities. We also enjoyed the activities in the downstairs game room. The property is dog-friendly and our 3-year-old pup enjoyed the spacious deck.This property is an enjoyable vacation spot and we would easily consider booking with Julian again if we return to the area.
The main living room/dining/kitchen was up-to-date with a giant couch that fit our family and lots of amenities for our dog Anya--dog bowls, place for leash by door, even poop bags! My husband and I and our almost thirty year old daughter were very comfortable. In the evenings we hosted two of our sons and their families with 4 children (1-8yrs old) who were staying in separate condos. and Everyone loved the game room downstairs and the games in the kid's room. The back porch is like being in a tree house. The home had everything to make our stay enjoyable. Would definitely stay there again.
The owner was completely irresponsible and unaccountable related to the booking of this property. He books using multiple sites and doesn’t check if the property is double booked which is entirely his responsibility. We booked this property over 1 year ago for our daughter’s university graduation. When we arrived to the property after a very long journey we were shocked to find other occupants already inside. The owner was a complete deer in the headlights and offered no support other than to say it was VRBOs fault. He didn’t even have the compassion or courtesy to follow up with us to see if our family was ok at any point in time after he was literally speechless about HIS error!! Don’t risk a huge letdown with this owner and this property! He does not own up to his mistakes and has zero empathy to his customers!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 27, 2024
I absolutely share in your frustration, and understand you can't take it out on VRBO or their terrible customer service, but this is an unfair, misleading review considering I know you were made aware of their mistake.
We were both advised there was a glitch on the iCal VRBO third party booking platform that allowed your reservation to be booked on top of an existing reservation, which in your case and as the VRBO rep told both of us, was made a full 14 months in advance of when you made yours. In short, the existing reservation was made May 2022 and yours was made March 2023. I share in your frustration but this was 100% out of my control and was an issue that VRBO has recognized as their error and apologized for.
In fact, after we spoke to VRBO, they waived the cancellation fee, and apologized for an 'oversight in one of their iCal third party booking systems'.
We loved our long holiday weekend at Sam's Place! We traveled as a small family of 4, with kids aged 10 and 7, and the house was perfect and ideal for the family of this size. The house was clean and ready for us; the kitchen and bathrooms were well-stocked with all necessary items; and the house has many lovely whimsical items such as games, books, and more. The owner was communicative in the days leading up to our visit and when there was a massive heatwave during our weekend visit, he warned us ahead of time about how to use the a/c. The house has many fans and kept cool despite the 100-degree temperatures, which was greatly appreciated! My one "slight" surprise was that the downstairs basement is undergoing a major renovation -- the game room still had great choices and was useable-- but there was paint drying on the walls and wooden construction beams out in the basement hallways. It did not effect our visit, and I'm sure the end result and enhanced space will be beautiful, but we were not aware of the construction work ahead of time. Overall, Sam's Place was a wonderful spot for a family weekend trip and we look forward to returning again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
About the host
Hosted by Julian Barker
Hello, I’m Julian & I live in Ponte Vedra, FL with my wife and 3 kids. My wife and I are both James Madison alums (‘06) and we are proud to host our Airbnbs in beautiful Massanutten, VA! Our homes are named after our Yellow Lab, the Duke dog (2007-2020), and our 2 year old English Cream Retriever, Samson. In our spare time we like to spend time at our kids baseball & softball games, walking Sam, and camping in our Travel Trailer!
Why they chose this property
Brand-new custom home on the mountain!
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests