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Exterior
Great room view from the balcony
Looking back at the front door and the balcony overlooking the great room
Spacious, well stocked kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Stephens City, VA
  • Place, Appleland Sports Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Cedar Creek and Belle Grove National Historical Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Belle Grove Plantation
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

19th Century Renovated Church Building. A spacious sanctuary retreat.

Rest and unwind with your family or friends at the Sanctuary. We designed this space with gathering and connection in mind. Enjoy natural lighting and open concept living in our newly renovated 19th century church building. Meals can be prepared in the spacious kitchen and enjoyed together around a 12-foot farmhouse table. After meals transition to our spacious yet cozy living room.

If you don't want to stay in, explore the Shenandoah Valley's great outdoors, rich history, and fine dining.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Supervise children on stairs and near pellet stove
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking or Vaping in the house. A minimum $500 fee will be charged if extra cleaning is needed to remove odors, cigarette butts, ...etc.
Do not take any furniture outside. Do not burn any trash in the fire pit Please let us know if anything is malfunctioning so we can fix it promptly
No extra guests are allowed on the property WITHOUT proper communication with the host. Be respectful of the neighbors

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Stephens City

Located in Stephens City, this vacation home is in a rural area. Strasburg Museum and Abram's Delight are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Appleland Sports Center and Valerie Hill Winery. Shen-Val Farm Market and Dinosaur Land are also worth visiting. Take time off to check out the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking, mountain biking, and cycling nearby.
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Stephens City, VA

What's nearby

  • Appleland Sports Center - 5 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Cedar Creek and Belle Grove National Historical Park - 6 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation - 6 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Belle Grove Plantation - 7 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Dinosaur Land - 8 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Region's 117 - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Daily Buzz - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 19th Century Renovated Church Building. A spacious sanctuary retreat. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 19th Century Renovated Church Building. A spacious sanctuary retreat.?

As of Mar 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 19th Century Renovated Church Building. A spacious sanctuary retreat. on May 30, 2026 start from $258, 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 19th Century Renovated Church Building. A spacious sanctuary retreat.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 19th Century Renovated Church Building. A spacious sanctuary retreat.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 19th Century Renovated Church Building. A spacious sanctuary retreat. located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Cedar Creek and Belle Grove National Historical Park, Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation, and Appleland Sports Center. Belle Grove Plantation and Valerie Hill Winery are also within 6 mi (10 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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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jiniffer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautifully thought out home. Perfect for families. Well equipped kitchen. Super clean! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

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

Family Wedding

We stayed here for our daughter’s wedding. The great room was the perfect setting for photos the morning of the wedding while getting ready!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily T.

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

Great family spot

We came into town for a graduation and needed a space for family, including my granddaughter who is 4 months old. Beautiful property, convenient location. Only thing that bothered us during our stay was the amount of spider webs in all the windows and the fact that the house is advertised to sleep 8 but there is an extra fee for more than 4 guests? This was confusing
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Stacey C.

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

Stay Vacation

Beautiful house, well designed and decorated. New appliances, kitchen with accommodations for cooking. Kitchen Aide Stand mixer, spices, flour ect. Our only drawback for the stay is the hard Well water. Only one tv on the small balcony inside the house. Not everyone in our family could climb up those stairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa G.

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

Sept 22-24 2023

We had a great time, it was raining the whole weekend, but we had a good time fixing food and playing games. But after dinner when we were washing a few dishes the kitchen sink started to back up, something they should get fixed. We let it go down and ran HOT water through the pipes, but they should get it looked at
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti W.

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

Wonderful accommodations

We were traveling for a family wedding in Winchester. We had a large group (6 adults and 2 children) and the adults were 1 couple and 4 single adults. There were plenty of places to sleep! I can't say enough about this property. It is conveniently located in Stephens City, near I81. The converted chapel is beautiful and the property is quiet and peaceful. it has all of the necessary amenities, even books and games for the kids! I saw where one reviewer complained about the lack of TVs, but our group spent time in the porch swings outside and the kids played inside and out the entire time - we never turned the tv on. We will definitely recommend this property to other family and friends traveling to the area. Joel answered inquiries quickly and courteously.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vera P.

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

Favorite vacation rental of all time

This property was in the perfect location whether you need city ammenities or mountain respite. There is so much to see within a 45 minute drive any direction, yet gas, groceries, restaurants, a university are just 10 minutes away. This repurposed white clapboard traditional church is wonderfullly remodelled and was the perfect place to have a reunion with the 2 international students who lived with us and are like sons. The kitchen is well stocked and has a good gas stove for real cooks. The counter space! The dining room table! And there's a piano! Out back is the best bonfire ever devised with porch swings encircling the fire. If you go the hiking route, space age washer and dryer have you fixed up for the next day. We loved it and hope to come back some day.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

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Hosted by Joel

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