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Modern Cabin on Old Rag -- Dog-Friendly!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61100 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Etlan, VA
- Place, DuCard Vineyards12 min drive
- Place, Blue Quartz Winery12 min drive
- Place, Sharp Rock Vineyards12 min drive
- Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)52 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Master bedroom
1 King Bed and 1 Crib
Second bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Master bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Second bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Modern Cabin on Old Rag -- Dog-Friendly!
Our place is close to the best mountain trails in Shenandoah National Park and numerous wineries. The cabin is great for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, families (with kids), and furry friends (pets). Depending on the season, you can take advantage of our hot tub or private swimming hole. And regardless of the season, you'll be able to enjoy the nature that surrounds you from our large screened-in porch -- so you can experience all of the fresh air without any of the mosquitoes.
Our cabin is in the shadow of Old Rag Mountain, the most popular hike in Shenandoah National Park. It's a quick drive to the trailhead from our place. We're also a short drive from another fantastic but lesser-known hike: White Oak Canyon. And we're just a three-mile drive from DuCard Vineyards, which makes hyperlocal wines and has great musical entertainment on Saturdays. The nearby local institution, The Little Country Store, in Etlan can hook you up with pizza -- and BBQ if you're there the right day.
There is limited cellular service in this part of the Shenandoah Valley. For those who must remain connected to the outside world, we offer Starlink satellite internet with Youtube TV and other streaming services. We do not have a landline, but you can make phone calls by enabling Wi-Fi calling on your cell phone before your trip. This is a free feature that most modern cell phones offer.
We have Starlink Wi-Fi Internet, with average speeds of 30–200 Mbps ↓ and 10–35 Mbps ↑. It is good enough for streaming and Zoom and other video conferencing, although speeds can be sporadic at times.
Our cabin is in the shadow of Old Rag Mountain, the most popular hike in Shenandoah National Park. It's a quick drive to the trailhead from our place. We're also a short drive from another fantastic but lesser-known hike: White Oak Canyon. And we're just a three-mile drive from DuCard Vineyards, which makes hyperlocal wines and has great musical entertainment on Saturdays. The nearby local institution, The Little Country Store, in Etlan can hook you up with pizza -- and BBQ if you're there the right day.
There is limited cellular service in this part of the Shenandoah Valley. For those who must remain connected to the outside world, we offer Starlink satellite internet with Youtube TV and other streaming services. We do not have a landline, but you can make phone calls by enabling Wi-Fi calling on your cell phone before your trip. This is a free feature that most modern cell phones offer.
We have Starlink Wi-Fi Internet, with average speeds of 30–200 Mbps ↓ and 10–35 Mbps ↑. It is good enough for streaming and Zoom and other video conferencing, although speeds can be sporadic at times.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Please let us know if you're bringing your dog!
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Etlan
Located in Etlan, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. DuCard Vineyards and Sharp Rock Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park and Jordan Hollow Stables. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Etlan, VA
What's nearby
- DuCard Vineyards - 12 min drive - 5.6 km
- Blue Quartz Winery - 12 min drive - 10.0 km
- Sharp Rock Vineyards - 12 min drive - 10.0 km
- Shenandoah National Park - 25 min drive - 30.2 km
- Old Rag Mountain - 31 min drive - 17.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Shotwell Run Brew Co L - 11 min drive
- Ducard Vineyards - 11 min drive
- Graves Mountain Lodge - 23 min drive
- Central Coffee Co Limited - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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23 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Madison L.
14 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Madison L.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Kim B.
31 Oct, 2025
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Kim B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Brian C.
8 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brian C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
KELLY F.
13 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
KELLY F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Christine B.
13 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin
Christine B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Mark D.
14 Sept, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adventures await
Mark D.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brandi S.
21 Sept, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cabin in the Woods!
Brandi S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Leslie R.
2 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Total Get Away!
Leslie R.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Mary C.
23 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Mary C.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent
KELLY F.
5 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly amazing
KELLY F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent
ML N.
23 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
ML N.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Penny Y.
28 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Penny Y.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent
John B.
29 Jan, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a quiet getaway
John B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kerry O.
27 Mar, 2019
Amazing Mountain Retreat!
Kerry O.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent
Michele P.
20 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem
Michele P.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lori A.
4 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends Trip
Lori A.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Doug S.
1 Apr, 2019
Peaceful and Sooo Private!
Doug S.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent
Phon G.
31 May, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing, clean, beautiful!!
Phon G.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Terry W.
21 Aug, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
End of Summer Retreat
Terry W.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Candice G.
7 Aug, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We LOVE this place!
Candice G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Lee C.
20 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful Secluded Cabin
Lee C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Paul H.
17 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy Hikers
Paul H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Mark M.
25 Dec, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful mountain getaway
Mark M.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer H.
20 Dec, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Jennifer H.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
About the host
Hosted by Tracy Dahl
My husband and I are avid trail runners who love running up and down the mountains of Virginia (and wherever we travel).
Why they chose this property
We fell hard for this cabin property after our friends purchased it and hosted many a post-run feast. We were delighted to be able to buy the cabin from them and are excited to continue making memories on Old Rag with our friends and young son. We're sharing the property with you in the hope that you'll create unforgettable memories of Shenandoah during your stay, too!
Languages:
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