Dog Friendly Skyline Drive Retreat: 3 King Suites, Views & Firepit! 1pm checkout
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"Top tier property!! Cabin feel in a beautiful home. Everything we could have possibly needed was there. Hosts are exceptional and accessible. The views!!!!! The stars at night!!"
Bluebird Hill Cabin is a beautifully decorated, owner managed cabin (house) with 3 bedrooms & 3 ½ baths located in the Shenandoah Valley of Front Royal. Our custom-built cabin sits on 5 acres at the end of a peaceful* cul-de sac. (*Full disclosure- There are roosters nearby!)
• Stargazers heaven • Wine enthusiast delight • Puzzle and game nerd utopia • Nature and History buffs’ paradise • Family and friend time to reflect and connect • Foodies contentment • Birdwatchers enchantment
Morning coffee tastes better when taking in the majestic views of Skyline Drive along the Blue Ridge Mountains. Is that traffic I hear? No, it’s the Shenandoah River babbling along on its’ daily commute.
TV, Internet, Phone and Work • High speed internet, Wi-Fi, 5 TVs with YouTube TV with 80+ live channels and streaming • Landline with unlimited long distance calls in the US • Dedicated work station
The Bedrooms, Great Room and Dining Space • 2 ensuite bedrooms with king beds, full baths and flat screen TV’s • The master suite in the basement has a king bed, twin bed, flat screen TV and a bathroom with stand-up shower close by • Beds are made and towels are provided • ½ bath on the main level • Great room with flat screen TV, gas fireplace, 2 reclining chairs, 2 sofas and a reading chair • Dining table with seating for 8 • 2 highchairs and a Pack and Play • Games, puzzles and books for all ages • Original artwork throughout
Basement • Sleep sofa • Gas fireplace and flat screen TV • Custom bar with mini fridge for extra food and drinks • Ping pong table • Brand new air hockey table! • Card and game table • Wood swing and baby swing on porch perfect for afternoon snuggles
Kitchen and Laundry • Kitchen is STOCKED with all the amenities of home • Fridge with 2 ice makers • Drip coffee maker and a Keurig. Starter supply of coffee pods • Blender, Mixer, Crock Pot and Toaster • Paper towels, napkins, dish soap and detergent • Full size washer & dryer
Outside Deck • Seating for 8 at 2 tables • Weber gas grill • Screened in area with seating for 4
The Drive The one-mile dirt road to get to our cabin is not state owned. It’s not steep, but it is full of potholes. Slow and steady will get you to the cabin. You do not need a truck or 4-wheel drive. HOWEVER- months where snow is in the forecast will require 4-wheel drive, as we do not know when or if someone will be able to plow. Parking is unlimited.
Guest access • Keyless entry. As our guest you will have full access to our 3000+ sq ft home, and 5 acres of wooded property
Security For the security of our guests and the safety of our home, Bluebird Hill Cabin is equipped with three security cameras. One camera is dedicated to capturing activity at the front door, another is positioned to monitor the driveway, and the third is located on the basement porch, focusing on the door. Most importantly, no cameras are placed inside the house, underscoring our strong commitment to prioritizing both your safety and privacy.
Pets • $20 per pet, per night . Well behaved dogs older than 1 and up to date on flea & tick preventative medicine will be considered • Limited to 2 dogs • Large and small crate, dog beds and bowls provided • NOTE: $100 per pet charge if you neglect to inform us that you are bringing a pup along
So Much to Do • Canoe/ Kayak/ Raft – Do you know? Front Royal is the Canoe Capital of Virginia! Rent or bring your own. • Skyline Drive- Hiking and biking is great, but you can also just DRIVE. Lots of places to stop and picnic. • Stargaze- The night sky comes alive at our cabin in the woods. • Sit and Stare- The Mountain View is ever changing with the weather and seasons. It is always a good time to sit and stare. We do not have water access, but we have a great view of the Shenandoah River in late fall and winter. You can hear the water flowing from the cabin. • Fire pit with wood provided- Nothing like a good Kumbaya at the end of a perfect day. • Wine- Lots of wineries within 20-40 minutes of the cabin. • Beer- Some breweries are in the area, and more are popping up yearly. • Hike / Bike- Skyline drive, Shenandoah State Park and Andy Guest State Park are short drives away. • Dinosaurs- Dinosaur Land. A silly destination for the young dino fan. • History- Check out the digital guidebook • Golf- Our digital guidebook has personal notes on our favorite courses. $-$$$. • Bird watching- When the bears are napping, we will leave you some bird seed. Lots of marked bird watching trails are close by. • Caverns- The simplistic Skyline Caverns is close by. The larger and more colorful Luray Caverns is approximately 30-40 minutes. • Absolutely Nothing- You can do everything or nothing at all. Your vacation, your choice.
Noteworthy stuff • No traffic noise, no street lights. Come to relax with family, friends and nature. This is not a typical "rental". It is owner managed and has everything you will need to call it home for the short time you are here. • It may seem a world away, but our cabin is really very close to everything. 15-30 minutes away from Skyline Drive, wineries, caverns, hiking, biking, golf, antiquing, history, festivals and so much more.
✔ Shenandoah National Park Skyline Drive North Entrance (15 min) ✔ Front Royal Outdoors - Kayak, Canoe, Tubing Tours (17min) ✔ Skyline Caverns (16 min) ✔ Main Street Front Royal (20 min) ✔ Luray Caverns (36 min) ✔ Shenandoah River State Park (20 min) ✔ Skyline Ranch Resort (8 min) ✔ Target and Walmart (26 min) ✔ Martin's Grocery (19 min) ✔ Reitano Vineyards (10 min)
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Front Royal
Located in Front Royal, this cabin is in a rural area. Jackson's Chase Golf Course and Blue Ridge Shadows Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Blue Ridge Arts Council and Gallery and Secret Passage Ranch. Travelling with kids? Consider Natural Art Garden Center, or check out an event or a game at Bing Crosby Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding.
Front Royal Entrance Shenandoah National Park - 20 min drive - 17.6 km
Luray Caverns - 35 min drive - 39.4 km
Getting around
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) - 86 min drive
Restaurants
Spelunker's - 20 min drive
Dunkin' - 20 min drive
Fox’s Pizza Den - 20 min drive
Lil Barnyard Diner - 15 min drive
Anthony's Pizza - 21 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Dog Friendly Skyline Drive Retreat: 3 King Suites, Views & Firepit! 1pm checkout pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Dog Friendly Skyline Drive Retreat: 3 King Suites, Views & Firepit! 1pm checkout?
As of 22 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dog Friendly Skyline Drive Retreat: 3 King Suites, Views & Firepit! 1pm checkout on 5 Dec 2026 start from AU$1,772, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Dog Friendly Skyline Drive Retreat: 3 King Suites, Views & Firepit! 1pm checkout?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Dog Friendly Skyline Drive Retreat: 3 King Suites, Views & Firepit! 1pm checkout?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Dog Friendly Skyline Drive Retreat: 3 King Suites, Views & Firepit! 1pm checkout?
Checkout is at 1:00 PM.
Where is Dog Friendly Skyline Drive Retreat: 3 King Suites, Views & Firepit! 1pm checkout located?
This family-friendly Front Royal cabin is located in a rural location, within 1 mi (2 km) of George Washington National Forest and Shenandoah River. Shenandoah National Park and Ox Bow Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
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The property was very accurate to description. The house and kitchen were very well supplied with everything you might need. Spent two days fishing the nearby Shenandoah River and the location was an easy drive to boat put in and take out. Dan
Bluebird Cabin was a peaceful oasis exactly like it was listed. It was clean and everything was there for your needs. From the expansive drawer of spices to the coffee bar to the beautiful view off the deck. It was a perfect place to celebrate my son's 30th birthday. We had air hockey tournaments in the basement. We did hiking and tubing during the day. We came back to the cabin which was so peaceful and quiet. We would definitely come back here again! Thank you for sharing your beautiful place with us! The PlunkettsNew Jersey
Ann & Gail have obviously put a lot of thought and energy into how to keep a vacation cabin comfortable and homey. Bluebird Hill Cabin was very clean, and spacious and included everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We would not have been able to stay there had they not allowed us to bring our dogs ! That is a feature which is difficult to find these days … very much appreciated ! The cabin is situated in some beautiful mountainous country in Virginia. The views each morning were spectacular. They also promote feeding the wild birds from their deck which was very enjoyable to watch. The downstairs guest quarters / game room / bar were well appointed with games to play, etc.. Our stay was specifically a “working” vacation, so we were not able to adventure and site see as we would have liked to have done. Therefore, it is likely we will be returning in the not too distant future.
this is a perfect getaway..we were three couples and each had our own master .. this house has everything you could want for a perfect peaceful vacation.. comfy beds and a fully stocked kitchen and the view , and the birds songs and watching the squirrels.. we are so spoiled now . no other house I rent will match up to this one, on bluebird hill.
This was our second time staying here - and it was just as amazing this trip as it was last time! There were even a few upgrades since our last stay. The new rocking chairs and coffee bar were such a nice addition! We have already talked about another trip!
This is the fourth year my group has stayed at this house and Ann and Gail are fantastic hosts! They are communicative and stay in touch throughout to make sure our stay was amazing! The house is beautiful and comfortable and well suited for a relaxing vacation in nature!
This place was extremely cozy, comfy, and peaceful! Well appointed with games and things to do indoors and out! Beds and TVs were great for individual or family movie time! Game room was a hit. The views were amazing! Very well thought out and lovely! Would absolutely recommend and come back to stay again and again!
This is our third year stay at the cabin and it was even better than the last. The attention to detail and amenities are superb. We’ve booked next year already and can’t wait to go back. I’ve stayed in many homes and this is the best by far. Comfort of home away from home.
We loved our stay. We had 4 adults and 2 pups and plenty of space, indoors and out. It was an incredibly easy stay with all necessities in the house. Its a quick drive to the national park or the historic downtown. Highly recommend!
Thank you Ann and Gail for making our stay just about perfect! The views are spectacular! But more so is the comfort of the cabin. They have thought about everything! And the cabin is well maintained and clean. Many suggestions provided for places to eat and shop also. We will be returning!!
We absolutely love staying at this property. It’s clean, well-stocked, and best of all, it has absolutely beautiful views. We hope to be back again soon!
10/10 Hosts have paid great attention to details making our week long stay over Christmas fabulous. We cooked/grilled most meals and always had what we needed. Lots of space for everyone. Great games, fire pit and areas to be together and relax. And the VIEWS!! We visited both Shenandoah NP and Shenandoah River SP multiple times. The hosts were great at making sure we were all good throughout the week. Hoping to be back some day.
Our group had a great time! The host was very easy to get ahold of using the app and was very accommodating for letting our extra fur babies stay. The house was incredible and provided all of the amenities you could think of. We were quite impressed! The firepit was awesome along with the views of the blue ridge mountains in the background. We will definitely keep this house in mind for future visits. Thank you so much!
Beautiful house, nicely furnished with pretty much everything you could need - incredible views of the hills and river - super responsive owners - great hikes nearby - just a perfect getaway spot!
This house was the destination! Beautiful decor, scenic location, clean, and comfortable! Kitchen is extremely well stocked. The hosts are kind and considerate. I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again! Best VRBO ever!!
This was one of the best cabins we have experienced. It has everything! The owners thought of everything for comfort. It was a great time by all and thank you for sharing your home for others to enjoy!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
About the host
Hosted by Ann Davis; Gail Pulford
I will post a picture soon of the 3 of us soon. For the moment, here's a picture of me at an area winery saying "cheers" to you.
Ann
Why they chose this property
About us. My sister, my husband and I looked and looked for quite some time for a mountain retreat to call our very own. After months of not finding exactly what we wanted, we decided to build from scratch. Our cabin demands- We wanted a beautiful mountain view! We did not want to hear any traffic or see any city lights. We wanted 3 master suites. We didn’t want to be scared out of our wits driving to get there. (We can tell you, there are a lot of crazy, steep roads leading to some of the houses in the area) What started out as a “cabin” quickly turned into a full blown house.
Bluebird Hill - Named for our parents because of their love / hate relationship with Bluebirds. They had a Bluebird box complete with said bird outside of their bedroom for years. It wasn’t until my dad passed away that a Bluebird started pecking at my mom’s window. Obnoxiously! It’s a common behavior, but my mother insisted that my dad had come back just to irritate her.
Our mom has since passed away, but we wanted to always remember. So that’s how we came up with the place and the name. We proceeded to put up a couple of bluebird houses, and what do you know? We had one move in a couple of years ago! Hi Dad! (Stay away from the cabin windows, please)
After enjoying our cabin with family and friends, we have made the decision to share our home with others. We hope that you will enjoy it as much as we do.
Welcome to Bluebird Hill.
What makes this property unique
Bluebird Hill is a real getaway location. If you want to be close to activities (20 minutes) but far enough away that you will have total solitude for rest and relaxation. The house is large enough for everyone to have their own space and the common areas are super comfortable.
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