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The House in the Holla at the foot of Shenandoah National Park

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Stanardsville, VA
  • Place, Swift Run Gap Entrance Shenandoah
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Shenandoah National Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Stone Mountain Vineyards
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The House in the Holla at the foot of Shenandoah National Park

Be in Shenandoah National Park in less then 15 minutes!
Our home is special to us and we hope it will be to you as well. We are located on Swift Run, which is a stocked trout stream- you will need a Virginia fishing license and trout stamp, stocking is usually Oct-Feb. Outside we have a patio to enjoy sitting and relaxing listening to the river and grilling out along with 2 wood fire pits. Inside you can hear the river from both bedrooms.
We have a fully stocked kitchen available for your use. One bedroom has a Queen sized bed, and the other has 2 twin beds. Although our home is small, it's very cozy and comfortable. Kitchen towels, dish washing detergent, trash bags, hand soap and a dishwasher are provided for your use. Bathroom towels and wash cloths are also provided with bedroom linens. We have 3 smart tvs and a DVD player along with high speed internet (100mbps) for your convenience. There are 2 outside fire pits, we try to keep wood there, but it's not always guaranteed.
We have a pack and play (and sheet) and high chair in the closet of the big bedroom. Other items may be available upon request.
We do welcome dogs for a $25 pet fee. No CATS.
We are 12 miles from the entrance to skyline drive and with in 30 miles to UVA. Conveniently located!

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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: 20
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 3 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start 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
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Stanardsville

Located in Stanardsville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Miller-Kite House Museum and Loft Mountain Ampitheater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kilaurwen Winery and Autumn Hill Winery.
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Stanardsville, VA

What's nearby

  • Kilaurwen Winery - 13 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Swift Run Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 15 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Shenandoah National Park - 21 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Stone Mountain Vineyards - 29 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Massanutten Water Park - 34 min drive - 34.1 km

Getting around

  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sal's Pizzeria & Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bearrr Appetit - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Family Mexican Restaurant & Latino Store - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Maybelle’s - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Maybelle’s On Main - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The House in the Holla at the foot of Shenandoah National Park pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at The House in the Holla at the foot of Shenandoah National Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The House in the Holla at the foot of Shenandoah National Park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The House in the Holla at the foot of Shenandoah National Park located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Stanardsville Town Office, Shenandoah National Park, and Greene County Park. Greene County Library and Kilaurwen Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

MARK W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes our kitchen was well equipped and host was very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was very clean, off neaten pass, so quite.Loved the creek in back. Was so relaxing, the owner was fantastic. Recommend 100%
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay. Close to Shenandoah NP
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonita T.

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

A Haven of Rest

This property provided a delightfully peaceful stay. The babbling stream added to the restfulness of the location. Many amenities. Kind amd thoughtful host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This beautiful home was the perfect place for our stay! It was so peaceful, cozy, and surrounded by nature. The creek was magical, and our dog Maverick has the best time playing in it. We loved relaxing here and exploring Shenandoah National Park during the day. This was the perfect getaway, and I’m so grateful for the entire experience. I’ll cherish these memories forever!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

angie r.

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

Great house and yard

Nice house, clean and good location to Shanandoah national Park. Our pups loved the yard and never wanted to come inside. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

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

Great Spot

Booked it last minute due to issues with original plans. Great spot, beautiful creek.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karyn S.

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

Shenandoah National Park

The sounds from the river provide a restful setting. The house amenities provide a sense of home. My sister and I were very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

William F.

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

Wonderful Holla

We had a wonderful stay. Not sure how the creek runs all year but in the spring the sound is amazing. Everything is there you will need for a very comfortable stay. If we are ever back in that part of the world we will certainly see if there is any availability.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonella N.

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

A very pleasant stay in the Shenandoah

We much enjoyed spending Thanksgiving weekend in this cozy house. We brought our two dogs and we all had a fun time exploring the neighborhood and the beautiful Shenandoah.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe r.

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

Week getaway

We stayed at this property and it was great. Had all the things we needed for our stay. Thank you so much. Will definitely be back when we come from Florida again
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Visit to Shenandoah

We chose this location because it was midway between the park and we spent one day exploring the south side of Shenandoah National Park and the next day exploring the north. The house was a quiet getaway with a beautiful stream running right next to it. It was perfect for our little excursion!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry C.

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

Shenandoah

lovely home right next to Swift Run, private, clean perfect for our 1 night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Nice place by creek

The house was dated but well supplied. It was comfortable and we loved to sit by the creek with the fall leaves. Only couple minor issues. The bed squeaked and the shower had lower water pressure. Other than that very nice house and close access to the national park.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie L.

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

Great family mountain getaway

Our family had the best time at this cabin. We had a few days off from school and wanted to enjoy the great weather and do some hiking. The house was bigger than I expected, great location, and very clean. Bonus was being able to bring our dogs. We are hoping to come back again in the spring and do some more trails nearby. Def check out the Glasshouse winery if you visit and Preddy Creek Trail.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Rachel H.

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

Cute and cozy!

My fiancé and I stayed at the house for one night during a trip to Shenandoah, and the location was very convenient and close to the park. We chose this rental because of the stream running by, and we loved having a fire down by the water. Overall the rental was exactly what we were looking for - cute, cozy, and a nice escape! Our one complaint is that the shower had a strong sulfur smell when running the hot water.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

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

Perfect little house

This was the perfect house to stay in while visiting Shenandoah National Park. Only a short drive from one of the entrances, it made our day trips to the park much more manageable (with a baby and two dogs!). Loved the trees and the stream behind the house. Also, we forgot a few things after we left and were told immediately by the host, who offered to ship them for us. SO kind and appreciated. Overall, 5 stars. Thanks for a wonderful visit to your beautiful state. Will recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Tammy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Never got to stay

We arrived at 230 pm. Had sent a message 3 hours before we got there. I was having a hard time finding the address. She responded quickly. Then she said if i have any more questions just let her. So i said yes how do we get in the house. I heard nothing we got to the house there is no cell reception. We looked everywhere and i had checked all over the verbo site for check in. I couldn't find anything. We kept going back in town to check messages and use the restroom. Nothing. Finally i called verbo hoping they could help. They tried reaching her for i know 30 min. After dealing with them for a while we told them we wanted th cancel. Tbry offered to book a hotel room but we knew a place a little bit away to go to. It was very difficult to gey them to cancel our booking. Finally they said the house owner has to agree to cancel. She did, amd she was very nice. Im not sure what eent wrong with check in and i wish she would have just responded we really wanted to stay there. But I am thankful we got our money back and still had a wonderful get away regardless of the frustration. We likely will never use VERBO again i think it must be for computer savy people.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the peaceful location next to a stream. Lots of special touches like autumn decorations. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very restful, enjoyed an outdoor fire one night, easy communication with owner via texts
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, comfortable, and so peaceful. We spent a lot of time sitting by the creek. It was absolutely perfect! In a wonderful location with the national park entrance very close by. We absolutely loved it and would highly recommend, especially to small families. There’s also a nearby restaurant with fabulous views and great food and service (Bearrr Appetit). It’s
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel Lynne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The House in the Holla was perfect for our weekend getaway! Very clean and well equipped. We enjoyed sitting out by the creek and relaxing. Great location for trips into Shenandoah National Park. The host has brochures and books for activities in the area.
Compliments of the host!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

MARK W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes, the kitchen was well equipped. The place was very near the Shenandoah national forest which we enjoyed. Only issue was the mattress in the one bedroom was not comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marinda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house. Good location. Very relaxing. Very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Dana Williams

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We are local, this land has been in my husbands family a very long time, the place is very special to us.
We love being able to share our home with others, and still be able to stay there when we want as well.

What makes this property unique

Our home has a quaint river that runs through it. Sit on the porch and get your day started with the sound of the river, or sleep at night with the window cracked to hear the river!

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