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The Branch Bike House - Rad Shenandoah Retreat

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Front view w/ Porch, Parking, & Bike Shed
Back porch with view of national forest (1)
Back porch with view of national forest (2)
Backyard
Backyard Firepit

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Arcade/game room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Rockingham County, VA
  • Place, Bluestone Vineyard
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Dayton Farmers Market
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, James Madison University
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

Living Room 2

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 3

Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms

About this property

The Branch Bike House - Rad Shenandoah Retreat

The Branch Bike House in George Washington National Forest offers modern comforts: a fully equipped kitchen, cozy living room, high-speed Wi-Fi, and an outdoor firepit for s’mores. With three spacious bedrooms, three full baths, and large common areas, it’s perfect for groups. Located at the base of Reddish Knob & Timber Ridge and close to Narrowback & Wolf Ridge trailheads, it’s an ideal base for hiking, biking, and outdoor adventures.

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House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 2:00 PM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 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 and start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Empty Coffee Maker of brew & grounds
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3029024vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Dayton

Located in Dayton, this holiday home is in a rural area. The Heritage Museum and Valley Brethren-Mennonite Heritage Center are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Dayton Farmers Market and Shenandoah Heritage Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at JMU Convocation Center or Atlantic Union Bank Center.
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Map
Rockingham County, VA

What's nearby

  • Bluestone Vineyard - 14 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Dayton Farmers Market - 18 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Shenandoah Heritage Market - 22 min drive - 28.1 km
  • James Madison University - 24 min drive - 31.2 km
  • Rockingham Fairgrounds - 24 min drive - 31.0 km

Getting around

  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hall of Fame Sports Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pano's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Simmons Pig Roast - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Branch Bike House - Rad Shenandoah Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at The Branch Bike House - Rad Shenandoah Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Branch Bike House - Rad Shenandoah Retreat?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Branch Bike House - Rad Shenandoah Retreat?

Checkout is at 2:00 PM.

Where is The Branch Bike House - Rad Shenandoah Retreat located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from George Washington National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Reddish Knob and Bluestone Vineyard. Natural Chimneys and Dayton Farmers Market are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in the country, excellent access to some of the best mountain biking in VA. Great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location near mountain bike trails. Comfortable house. Fire pit. Bike storage shed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carole R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had nice time catching up with friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Surendra Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice setting bordering the forest. Host was very informative. Pet friendly although we didn’t have a pet. We especially enjoyed the fire pit in the backyard and the host had fire wood available. Watch for forest service doing controlled burns in the forest nearby.
Back porch
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for JMU Family weekend. Clean and comfortable. Loved the family home vibe. Everything was easy!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke H.

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

Branch Bike House

Excellent location. Very private and the property was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2025
Thanks, Luke! You're welcome back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

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

Great fall location

Loved the fireplace and accommodations. Great location to enjoy fall leaves.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2023
Thanks Kimberly! You are welcome back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Rice S.

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

great spot!

cozy place with access to lots of nature!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

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

Briery Branch

Lovely location near hiking and JMU football!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David K.

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

Bike house

Beautiful place in beautiful location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe F.

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

Tranquility with a breath of fresh air

Quiet, clean, pleasant, spacious home with scenic surroundings of woods, and friendly communication with the owner. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2023
Thanks, Joe! You're welcome back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The whole house had a fun, super welcoming, bike-y vibe--you can tell that many of these touches were personal affects and memorabilia. The kitchen was very stocked for all types of cooking--even with stainless pots/pans (Thank you for no flaking teflon!). All the rooms were clean, bathrooms well stocked, and mattresses comfy. We were well set up for outdoor campfires. Oakley the pup was quite stoked for all the dog-specific amenities for her. The house is very close to a number of biking trails and the only things we heard at night were the spring peepers. Rich was very easy to work with and available for any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephani W.

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

Great Stay

Our stay at the Branch House was great. The kitchen was fully stocked with anything we may need, including yummy treats for Smores. The house was clean with a spacious upstairs and living room. Wifi worked great as well and the hosts were very responsive with our questions. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

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

Amazing get away location

Had a group of friends join me for a trail running weekend. The house was clean and well stocked. A great place to come back to after playing in the forest all day! It was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

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

Lots of family time and great trail riding

We had a great time on the trails, hanging around the backyard and the fire pit. Rich was a supportive and attentive host and was a pleasure to communicate with. The property was just as advertised and in the perfect location!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept 2023
Thanks for staying with us, we would love to have you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Coilin P.

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

Great spot!

We loved this place. We came with friends (and our dogs) for Thanksgiving weekend, and found a warm, spacious house with a fully stocked kitchen for cooking our Thanksgiving dinner, and a beautiful fireplace in the living room. Our dogs loved the massive lawn and all the hiking nearby, including the short trail leading directly from the back garden, which was perfect for early morning walks.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Music festival with friends

We love this house! Comfortable and relaxed. Fits our group well. Hope we can keep coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

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

2025 JMU graduation

My family enjoyed several days together celebrating a JMU graduation. Lovely 30 minute easy drive to campus. Comfortable beds, fully stocked kitchen and plenty of seating allowed to have meals together and enjoy each other’s company. Host directions were easy to follow and they were very responsive. Super experience!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2025
Thanks Karen! You're welcome back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

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

Perfect for mountain bike trip

Found this house for a small group planning to mountain bike the Reddish Knob, Stokesville, and Western Slope areas. PERFECT location for the first two with many trails ridable or easily shuttle-able from the house, and easy drive into Harrisonburg when needed. Rich was great for communication. House was clean, comfortable, well-stocked and set up for hanging out by the fire pit and storing bikes in the shed. I'd go back again several times per year if I could get off work that much!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2025
Thanks Chris! Look forward to having you and your crew back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire B.

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

Perfection

My mom, husband, 2 dogs, and myself recently stayed at this VRBO in Dayton, VA for a 100k trail race, and it was great. The house had everything we needed and more for our outdoor adventures. We were impressed by the attention to detail and the thoughtfulness of the property owners. The kitchen was stocked with all the essentials, making it easy for us to prepare hearty meals before and after the race. We appreciated the convenience and saved some money on dining out. The location was ideal, nestled in the heart of nature, providing easy access to beautiful trails and serving as the perfect home base for the race. We highly recommend this VRBO to fellow nature enthusiasts, trail runners, and bikers. We look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2023
Thanks, Claire! You're welcome back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Awesome host; Excellent extras

Rich was communicative with an awesome welcome packet. Described how to enter, adjust heat and air, run water etc....everything we needed to know. We were mot appreciative of the extras. There were paper towels, sandwich baggies, tinfoil and dishwasher soap. These are the little things that can make a stay in someone's home so much better. He also left us a smore's kit-really awesome. Too rainy to use but a wonderful gesture. Thanks for sharing your great space with us. Can we book next year too, please?
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept 2023
Thank you for your review, we would love to have you back next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!! Fun place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2026

About the host

Hosted by Rich

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Rich is an avid cyclist and outdoor enthusiast who is pumped to share our home and local trails and roads with you.

Why they chose this property

Modern amenities, comfortable beds, and perfect location. Shenandoah's best cycling right down the driveway.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish

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