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Charming Gingerbread House. Awesome mountain views near to SNP and Skyline Dr.

Family-friendly cottage in Penn Laird with a water park

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 41700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Penn Laird, VA
  • Place, White Oak Lavender Farm & The Purple WOLF Vineyard
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, James Madison University
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Sentara RMH Medical Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Gingerbread House. Awesome mountain views near to SNP and Skyline Dr.

Wake to beautiful view of Massanutten Mountain 8-10 minutes from Friendly City of Harrisonburg and 12 - 14 minutes to James Madison University. Quaint, neat, and safe. Large flat screen tv and high-speed internet. Full kitchen, plenty of space to chill. Sunset relaxation on large deck. Peaceful setting. Near to wineries, breweries, hiking trails, Skyline Drive, Shenandoah National Park, Massanutten Mountain, Water Park, golf courses, skiing. Easy proximity to restaurants. Ample parking. No pets, please.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This home is served by a septic system. Do not flush anything other than toilet paper. No wipes, no paper towels, no food.
There is no garbage disposal. Food and food waste should be disposed of in garbage. Food frying limited to air fryer.
It is assumed only registered guests will be in the house without prior approval.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

About the area

Penn Laird

Located in Penn Laird, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Masanutten Ski Resort and White Oak Lavender Farm & The Purple WOLF Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Massanutten Water Park and A Dream Come True Playground. Travelling with kids? Consider Edith J. Carrier Arboretum, or check out an event or a game at Atlantic Union Bank Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Penn Laird, VA

What's nearby

  • White Oak Lavender Farm & The Purple WOLF Vineyard - 8 min drive - 9.6 km
  • James Madison University - 10 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Sentara RMH Medical Center - 11 min drive - 11.0 km
  • A Dream Come True Playground - 11 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Massanutten Water Park - 13 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Moe's Southwest Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Gingerbread House. Awesome mountain views near to SNP and Skyline Dr. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Gingerbread House. Awesome mountain views near to SNP and Skyline Dr.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Gingerbread House. Awesome mountain views near to SNP and Skyline Dr.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Gingerbread House. Awesome mountain views near to SNP and Skyline Dr.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Gingerbread House. Awesome mountain views near to SNP and Skyline Dr. located?

This family-friendly Penn Laird cottage is located in the mountains, 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from White Oak Lavender Farm & The Purple WOLF Vineyard, and within 6 mi (10 km) of James Madison University and Shenandoah River. Port republic Battle Field and Sentara RMH Medical Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 35 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Becky K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet home in beautiful setting. Restaurants near by. We also went to the lavender farm and caves.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke M.

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

Perfect location for np

This was close to swift run entrance near middle of park giving you a great starting point both ways. Had a great stay house was nice and very clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien P.

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

Beautiful farmhouse

Very nice place to stay ! Very calm and near many activities. The home is clean and the host are very welcoming. We love our stay !
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corleene V.

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

Perfect in every way

The host was fantastic to work with, and the property was beautiful. 5 stars!
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

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

Highly recommend

Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tj M.

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

Campus visits and Shenandoah

Great stay and great property! Communication was excellent. We visited JMU, Virginia Tech, and Shenandoah . Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

Girls trip to relax and sight see.

Very confusing comfortable cottage. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

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

Beautiful…Peaceful

Great place to stay, we enjoyed it very much! Great location to get to surrounding areas. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

dr v.

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

Sunrise, sunset, and night sky!

Lovely and comfortable home with many thoughtful details to brighten the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claribell A.

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

Perfect

Cozy cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

emma m.

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

Lovely and Cozy Hideaway

We were in town to watch my daughter perform with the JMU marching band. This was the perfect cozy spot to stay. We loved the decor and the overall vibe. The hosts were wonderfully communicative. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Perfect location

Close to Skyline Drive where we hiked. Close to Harrisonburg where we found an excellent restaurant. We definitely would come back for a longer stay in the future. Very nicely appointed home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lesley C.

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

Convenient for JMU families

Enjoyed our stay and appreciated the convenience while visiting our DD who could not travel home for Thanksgiving. Didn’t realize the beds were doubles so something to note if you’re used to sleeping in a King size bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret F.

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

Scenic Getaway

We couldn't have asked for a better rental. The house was the perfect size for our group and a great location - close to the park for day hiking and close to great restaurants and vineyards. We'll definitely plan another visit!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya V.

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

Ski Getaway

Massanutten ski getaway- location was perfect - very comfortable stay! Perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

G Andrew W.

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

Close to JMU

Just what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mahzi M.

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

Clean and Cozy

Property was neat and clean. Convenient location to stores and a nice quiet setting.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Selbern N.

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

Fall Getaway

The house was well appointed with enough room for the whole family. We instantly felt at home and loved the view of the mountains and the farm land nearby. Having to work durning our stay the WiFi was up to the task. We are planning on returning next year.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah J.

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

Cozy

This farmhouse was so cozy with hints of original structure. It felt like a private getaway yet it was only ten minutes from bustling town. Several relaxing wineries to choose from just fifteen to twenty minutes away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madison L.

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

Beautiful Stay!

This house is exactly as depicted online - so cute. We could tell it was cleaned just before our arrival, with the touch of fresh flowers! Melinda was a very responsive host and made sure we had everything we needed. The location is perfect for those visiting JMU, just a short 15-minute drive away. We will look to stay here in the future to add to our tradition.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin N.

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

Fabulois

We had a wonderful stay! Melinda was so attentive before we arrived and everything was just as expected! We will try to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice P.

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

Lovely

Wonderful place to relax. Everything was exceptional! Melinda was helpful and available, too, if we needed her.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cliff O.

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

Cute Country Home in Shenandoah Valley

My wife and I stayed at this home on our way up to PA. We took a couple of days to explore the area. The home was clean, comfortable and as described in the listing. Communication with the property owner was great. We will definitely look to rebook this property next time we visit the atea!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey W.

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

Perfect

JMU Parents weekend!! Go Dukes!! 💜💛
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

Beautiful location

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit at this charming farmhouse in a nice quiet location, but not too long of a drive into Harrisonburg. We enjoyed sipping wine on the deck in the evenings. This was the perfect spot for our homebase —we used to live in the area and plan on returning regularly. This would be our choice of home again if you, please, please, please had at least 1 queen bed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

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