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About this property
Mountain Retreat w/ Great Views, LARGE HOT TUB, Great WIFI, Near Luray Caverns
NEWLY RENOVATED KITCHEN NOW COMPLETE! Enjoy this beautiful and spacious family oriented mountain cabin near Luray Caverns, with great views and 2,400 sq. feet of living space! The upstairs area has been freshly renovated, creating a beautiful, bright new kitchen and living room! The cabin has 3 bedrooms (1 king and 2 queen beds, 1 full hide-a-bed sofa) , Two and a half baths, LARGE HOT TUB, pool table, Firepit, TVs with Blu-ray players (42 inch upstairs, new 65 inch downstairs), and excellent wifi. Five percent discount for 7 night stay. Five percent discount for military active duty personnel.
The cabin is about two and a half hours southwest of Washington D.C., near Luray, Virginia. Located within hiking (not driving) distance of Big Meadows National Park, the cabin is in a lovely mountain setting with great views from the main level deck. The large finished walkout basement has a wall of windows and atrium door leading to a lower deck, parking area, and fire pit.
The cabin has a large king master bedroom, with en suite half bath upstairs, a full bath upstairs, and two queen bedrooms and a full bath downstairs (3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths). Clean and fresh linens are provided for the 3 bedrooms in sealed bins for your safety and convenience. A hide-a-bed provides extra sleeping space. A beautiful slate pool table in the lower finished basement for challenging your friends, and a 65 inch smart t.v. round out the large and bright lower level. Upstairs is the newly renovated full kitchen, dining area, and sitting area with 42 inch tv, and the king bedroom with half bath, and full hall bath. Two sliding doors provide views and access to the full length deck (partially covered) with great mountain vistas, the large hot tub, fire table, and gas bbq grill. Great opportunities for star gazing on the open deck and from the hot tub! A large fire pit and horseshoe pits are also on the property. The property is in a remote, mountain development with access to a small fishing lake, and Big Meadows Park is within hiking distance (not driving). The large and bright finished full basement has a wall of windows and walkout atrium door leading to a lower deck, parking area, and the fire pit. In addition to a Mr. Coffee drip machine, we have a Keurig cup machine.
GUEST RATES : The charge for a night's stay provides for up to FOUR persons (for additional persons over 4 (up to 8) there is a charge of $25 per person /per night. Please note we do allow pets, but ONLY ONE HOUSE TRAINED DOG UNDER 75 POUNDS. We charge a flat pet fee of $100. Sorry, no cats or other pets permitted. Please clean up after your dog. Your dog may not be left unattended in the home, and must be on a leash when outside on the property.
Please read our reviews, we so appreciate our wonderful guests and their kind words! Treat yourself soon to this great mountain getaway!
Lots of things to do in the Luray area, from the famous Luray Caverns, to hiking, to a local Luray Brewery, and wineries. Horseback riding and zip lines are also available locally.
The cabin has very good WI-FI, and we have a very large variety of Bluray and Dvd movies.
Please be aware that the cabin is in a rural development on a mountain with steep gravel roads. DURING WINTER MONTHS, ALL WHEEL OR FOUR WHEEL DRIVE IS RECOMMENDED. Winter storm conditions on the mountain can be very challenging, so do consider trip insurance. As weather and road conditions are beyond our control, we cannot provide compensation for weather and storm-affected road conditions, thus trip insurance is recommended.
Use of the fire pit is governed and subject to county and state burn regulations and occasional burn bans.
We have one outside security camera that covers the main entrance for security purposes.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Hand wash anything that can't be placed in the dishwasher. All remaining dirty dishes should be rinsed and placed in dishwasher.
Trash bin is located outside the upstairs back door.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No house parties. The number of guests you register, including all children, is always the maximum allowed on the property; no unregistered guests.
ONE DOG ONLY, NO CATS. We charge a $100 dog fee. House trained dogs only please. No dogs in hot tub. Always clean up after your dog inside and out.
The discharge of firearms on the property is strictly prohibited. Also, NO PAINTBALL ALLOWED ON THE PROPERTY.
Important information
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Property # 2821588vb
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
About the area
Stanley
Located in Stanley, this cabin is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Shenandoah National Park and Luray Caverns. Travelling with kids? Consider Jordan Hollow Stables, or check out an event or a game at Shenandoah Speedway. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby.
Wisteria Farm and Vineyard - 15 min drive - 12.7 km
Luray Caverns - 24 min drive - 27.0 km
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park - 28 min drive - 31.9 km
Shenandoah National Park - 29 min drive - 33.9 km
Getting around
Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle) - 79 min drive
Restaurants
Hawksbill Diner - 16 min drive
Ciro's Pizza - 15 min drive
Big Meadows Wayside - 52 min drive
Big Meadows Lodge - 55 min drive
Subway - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Mountain Retreat w/ Great Views, LARGE HOT TUB, Great WIFI, Near Luray Caverns pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Mountain Retreat w/ Great Views, LARGE HOT TUB, Great WIFI, Near Luray Caverns ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Mountain Retreat w/ Great Views, LARGE HOT TUB, Great WIFI, Near Luray Caverns ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Mountain Retreat w/ Great Views, LARGE HOT TUB, Great WIFI, Near Luray Caverns ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Mountain Retreat w/ Great Views, LARGE HOT TUB, Great WIFI, Near Luray Caverns located?
This family-friendly Stanley cabin is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Shenandoah and Harry F. Byrd Sr. Visitor Center. Jordan Hollow Stables and Wisteria Farm and Vineyard are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The place has everything we could want, and the hot tub was fantastic and so convenient right on the porch. And the views from the porch are fabulous. Really enjoyed our stay!
This was the perfect getaway for us and our dogs. It has all the amenities we could want for relaxing in a serene mountain home. Our dogs had plenty of room to run around, especially since the house is at the end of the road and you don't have to worry about cars. We spent a lot of time out on the porch enjoying amazing weather and sunsets! We definitely want to come back soon
Second visit, because we loved it so much the first time. This time it did not disappoint, we had a great time. There might be a third visit in the near future. Everything was perfect!
Property was amazing, has everything you could need already inside the home. Beds were extremely comfortable, view from the deck outstanding. Will be returning
My friends and I stayed here for a few days while sightseeing all over Shenandoah and this property has everything you can think of! Very spacious and in a quiet neighborhood in the mountains. Communicating with the owner was super easy as well. Would absolutely recommend staying here!
This place was everything we were hoping it would be! Plenty to do and very homey despite being 3 hours away from home. Tim was so considerate and checked in with us since there was a storm the night we arrived that took out the power. Rich was kind enough to come through the next day to let us know where the generator was! You can definitely feel the love and thought put into this place, everything was so organized and easy to find! We hope we get to stay here again!
Awesome cabin! Well stocked with games and movies we loved the family time. Huge home comfortable to all of us. Well stocked and very clean. We enjoyed coming back everyday after exploring Shenandoah Park and surrounding areas. So much do to in the area and the cabin is amazing to hang out at too. The views are spectacular. Would definitely recommend staying here definitely one of our favorite cabin/Venmo stays ever. The communication is great very responsive.
Colleen H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun, 2025
Thanks so much for choosing our cabin. So glad you all enjoyed your stay on the mountain at our little slice of paradise. All the best!
The feedback from our family was universally positive, best cabin yet. Hot tub with gorgeous sunset views over the mountains, pool table competitions, games and jigsaws, firepit. The area is great, we recommend Wisteria Farm and Winery nearby.
Ian D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan, 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay, thanks so much, and please come back soon!
Lovely property, very spacious, great views. We ended up snowed in, but plenty to keep us entertained and relaxed. Property manager was very helpful and communicative, especially helpful as we were there during a snow storm.
It was great from the beginning until the end! Enjoyed the pool table, hot tub, fantastic view of the sunset, etc.The owner was very accommodating and the Manager was very friendly and always available.
Our stay at Hightop was wonderful. The property has magnificent views and was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. Our family especially enjoyed the hot-tub and firepit. The property manager (Rich) was very helpful and responsive. Thank you for a great stay!
Avraham S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2022
Thanks so much. We look forward to you staying with us again!
Tim’s property is very nice. Everything is as advertised. The beds are very comfortable too! Nearby access to the Shenandoah State Park is amazing and great for the hiking enthusiasts. All the adults and dogs were very happy staying at the cabin. Thank you!
Fantastic cabin in a wonderful peaceful location. Perfect for a weekend of hiking in Shenandoah. If relaxing to the sound of birds while you sip your morning coffee, or stargazing from the hot tub is your idea of heaven then this cabin is for you. Great amenities, family games and fully equipped kitchen. The owner and manager are very accommodating and friendly. Highly recommend for families/friends.
Our family loved our stay!! We hiked Hawksbill Mountain, drove Skyline Drive and visited Luray Caverns. We enjoyed seeing all the wildlife on the drive up and around the cabin throughout our stay. We cooked a lot and the kitchen had everything we needed. The kids loved the hot tub and playing the board games, the poker set, etc. It was nice having wi-fi to stream the football games on New Year’s Day. The mountain views from the inside of the cabin with all the windows were really nice. Excellent stay, would definitely come back!
We were very happy with our stay here and hope to book another weekend!
We enjoyed just sitting on the deck and just relaxing. This trip was just to unwind from a busy hectic life and this was just the ticket. We specifically wanted somewhere to go that we didn’t need to go exploring and we could just hangout, but still have fun.
Loved having all the card games, board games, and especially the pool table.
It honestly felt like walking into a home away from home, which was so nice.
Thank you for providing a nice mountain retreat, we definitely appreciated it!
Mary B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sharon
25 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Luray and Stanley are very quiet towns. I was traveling with four teens and my daughter to go to the Caverns and site see the area. The owner of the Cabin went way and beyond. We walked into a huge game room that included a big screen TV, over 100 DVD’s, board games and a pool table. You go upstairs to an open kitchen living room area full equipped and very clean. You step outside to a huge porch area with a hot tub on one end and a gas grill on the other. The Manager met us, welcomed us and had the hot tub ready. He was very kind and informative of the area. In the evening we enjoyed making s’mores over the fire pit.
It was awesome to here teens say they had a great time. They were off their cell phones and enjoying family time. I would highly recommend this cabin to families with children.
Sincere thanks.
S. Eglinton
The cabin is in a great location for a get away without being completely off the grid. Some pros about the experience: Spacious 2 story cabin, easy check in and check out, timely communication from the owner, hot tub on the balcony with a nice view, grill, fire pit, pool table and new appliances. We enjoyed the peaceful location and relaxing in the hot tub after our hiking trips. Some cons: Musty inside, mainly upstairs (my friend had allergic problems as a result), central ac doesn't work, window units supplement for that, the beds were unmade, we had a mouse inside, traps were set for it. Lastly, I was charged $100 for an "extra person" when there were only 5 of us total. In the house rules section it says that a maximum of 8 overnight guests is allowed. When I reached out to the owner about this, he responded "...while we will accept up to eight, we do charge $20 per night for any more than four persons for maintenance and cleaning. This is common in the industry." It is not stated anywhere on the page that the guest will be charged extra for any more than 4 people, so this is misleading and an unpleasant surprise. Aside from that, the cabin itself is nice and so is the surrounding countryside.
Slawomir K.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct, 2022
We're happy you enjoyed your stay. Of course, when you book, a complete list of fees is clearly stated, including the extra guest fee, which is common, and should be no surprise. This also provides a bit of equity for smaller groups. Our cabin is very competitively priced, and in a remote mountain location, and yes there is an abundance of wildlife, and the occasional mouse. We've been in the industry for years and have never received a complaint about mustiness. Like ours, most cabins do not have central air, but have window units which eliminate humidity. We provide abundant linens in closed bins so guests are assured they are clean and fresh. We appreciate that we have dozens of five star reviews on another platform, and continue to work hard to provide a quality experience on our beautiful mountain.
About the host
Hosted by Tim Saunders owner. Rich Wells, Manager: Home , 540 778 9394 Cell 540 244 2396
Why they chose this property
We're happy to share our mountain home with our guests!
What makes this property unique
Spacious retreat great for families!
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests