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The Cabin at the Lake

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Outdoor dining
Miscellaneous
Property grounds
Private kitchen
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4680 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Madison, VA
  • Place, Early Mountain Vineyards
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Madison Plaza
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Rapidan River
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

The Cabin at the Lake

Lake view cabin! 2 bedrooms one bathroom. Close to breweries, wineries, grocery store, and 20 minutes from Shenandoah National Park. You will have everything you need at our home provided for you. We have a canoe and row boat for you to venture out on the water and fishing poles, just bring your bait and bathing suit! The lake is full of brim, bass, and crappie! We have smart tvs in the living room and in the queen size bedroom. We have high speed internet (100mbps) Propane grill on the deck. We also have a large smoker available. Lanterns are provided for power outages on top of the refrigerator, please recharge them after use. FOR OUTAGES ONLY.
Absolutely No parties!
The 2nd bedroom is small but functional.
the wood stove is NOT for rental use. there is heat there.
You will be able to enjoy the entire home and dock for your use.
Other things to note
Absolutely NO parties or disruption to the neighbors will be tolerated. The driveway is kind of steep, front wheel drive, all wheel drive and 4 wheel drive will do fine. Rear wheel drive may want to park at the gate or back in. The path to the lake is also steep, Please take a flashlight with you to the fire pit to get back to the house in the dark. Under no circumstances will we allow parties or destruction of our home.
**We are on well water, it has a Sulphur smell when it isn't used daily. We installed a water treatment system with no luck. Please bring drinking water *
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no parties! You will be asked to leave. No loud noise outside after 10pm.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Madison

Located in Madison, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. Early Mountain Vineyards and Green Hills Golf Course 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 Lawrence Beasley Park. Kayaking, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Madison, VA

What's nearby

  • Early Mountain Vineyards - 9 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Madison Plaza - 12 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Lawrence Beasley Park - 13 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Madison County Public Library - 14 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Rapidan River - 14 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

  • Culpeper Station - 37 min drive
  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Mugs & Muffins Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Pig 'N Steak - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Giovanni's Italian Eatery - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cabin at the Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at The Cabin at the Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Cabin at the Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cabin at the Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cabin at the Lake located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Early Mountain Vineyards, Lawrence Beasley Park and Madison County Public Library. Madison Plaza and Rapidan River are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful host and stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 4th stay and we always have a great time and the host is so accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kandi N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All were great
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dana was amazing!! I love hosts who communicate well. That said, this house/cabin was SO cute. And right on the lake. We will be back, for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kailee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was so perfect for my fiancé and I to stay at while exploring Shenandoah National Park! All the thoughtful features exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a lovely and peaceful location. The proximity to Early Mountain Winery was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location exactly as pictured. We stayed 3 nights end of Sept. into beginning of Oct. Peaceful and quite. We did not see one person on the lake during our stay. The cabin was cozy and well stocked. Nice local brewery close by.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent overall. Very well equipped and comfortable. Will return next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second visit. It’s just what we want. Serene, nice view. Comfy. Will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Corie P.

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

Lovely lakeside location

Being so close to the lake was lovely! Our dogs had such a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

tony a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome views! Very clean and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miles B.

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

Great stay

Thanks for the amazing stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod S.

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

Weekend getaway

The cabin was beautiful, quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous and peaceful lake. AC worked great during the very warm weather. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Beautiful Area

Beautiful views of the lake from the cozy, sweet house!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erinn T.

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

Great family getaway

The boys loved the setting--we would love to return when its a bit warmer.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Sam B.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Cute cabin, great view. The oven was broken and kept randomly turning on and heating up, even though the oven was turned off. The host was aware and knew they needed to fix it. Hopefully they will before next tenant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia H.

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

Great getaway for the weekend!

Very impressed with this cozy cabin getaway on the beautiful White Oak lake. Dana was easy to communicate with and made our short stay so peaceful and comfortable with plush beds and fully stocked bathroom and kitchen. The view of the lake is breathtaking! It was just perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie V.

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

Wonderful Getaway

Quiet location with beautiful views. Close to skyline drive. Enjoyed hiking and coming back to the cabin to relax on the pier with a fishing rod.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Wonderful stay!

Fantastic place! We really enjoyed it. Clean, beautiful setting, and exactly as described in the listing. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

William H.

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

Civil War Tour

Amazing place. Very clean and very cozy. The silence was amazing! Gorgeous view of the lake. Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice J.

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

Cute cabin!

We only stayed for one night as a base camp for a hike in shenandoah, but I thought this cabin was really cute and would be a great spot to spend some more time in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

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

Our vacation at the lake

We had an absolutely lovely time in your beautiful home by the lake. I would love to stay in the summer for a few days. We truly enjoyed ourselves. My daughter and I were able to spend some wonderful one on one time together and enjoy our holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

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

Beautiful view cozy house

The lake was absolutely pristine, the view was beautiful, the surrounding area was peaceful. It was the perfect retreat. The house was lovely and well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce J.

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

Just what we expected

Great cabin with fantastic view. Kickback and relax.Kitchen very well stocked. Besides local wineries, recommend you check out Bald Top Brewing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by Dana Williams

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Born and raised in Madison county, this home is very special to our family, as we spend alot of time here during the summer!

Why they chose this property

Private and secluded

What makes this property unique

We have amazing fishing in the PRIVATE lake. This is not a public lake. Landowners only have access.

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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