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Spectacular Spirit Dancer 4 bedrooms, 1 den w/bed, Luxurious on 60 private acres
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Sleeps 12 371.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Etlan, VA
- DuCard Vineyards11 min drive
- Old Rag Mountain24 min drive
- Skyland43 min drive
- Culpeper, VA (QCL-Culpeper Regional)47 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Downstairs Den/Bedroom
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon
Loft
4 Single Beds
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Spectacular Spirit Dancer 4 bedrooms, 1 den w/bed, Luxurious on 60 private acres
Large, rustic, & luxurious are words seldom used together, but accurately describes Spirit Dancer Lodge. A luxurious, energizing, rejuvenating, and romantic get-away far removed from the stresses of city life. We're on 60 private acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains of the Shenandoah Valley. Upon your arrival, you will receive four free wine tastings at a nearby winery. We offer 4000 square feet of living space with queen beds in two of the four, spacious bedrooms with a soaking tub and shower in the master bedroom and two twins in the other bedroom on the main floor. A large, closed-in loft area has four twin beds. All rooms have large windows to let the outside in.
The great room has a huge stone fireplace, dining room and kitchen, all open together and has floor to ceiling windows with prowl front and Brazilian cherry hardwood floors. The deck includes a gas grill and an outdoor chiminea great for s'mores and dinner! Downstairs, you'll find our sauna room (5 person) with a futon, 18 foot stone bar, game room, 62 inch TV and a smaller private den with a queen and additional futon for more guests comfort. ****The house sleeps 12, but can hold up to 14/15 comfortably if using the futon areas as well.
The interior house is specially designed in southwest decor.
We're located in Etlan, VA, just off Virginia's Route 231, one of America's ten most outstanding scenic byways (Great for biking!). We back up to Shenandoah National Park & Old Rag Mountain, which offer numerous scenic hiking trails. We have a stocked pond for 'catch & release' only, however, there's recreational trout fishing nearby on the Rose, Hughes and Rapidan Rivers. Visit many, outstanding wineries, cheese factories, historic sites, civil war battlefields, Luray caverns, historic Monticello and the lovely town of Charlottesville. Antique shop, bike, hike or just sit back and enjoy the beautiful scenery and numerous wildlife.
The Lodge is ideal for family gatherings, small family weddings, corporate retreats, reunions, birthdays, girls/guys weekends or a romantic getaway.
There are many scheduled events, festivals, and activities throughout the year. There are world class to down-home restaurants within 10-30 miles (Most notable, Inn of Little Washington). So come and relax. You won't want to leave.
Amenities: huge stone fireplace, air conditioning, 62' TV plus three standard size TV's, VCR, DVD, clock radios in each bedroom, stereo, CD, dvd player, VHS player, full stocked kitchen, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, cooking utensils provided, linens provided, washer, dryer, sauna, 18' bar, gas grill, den with queen bedroom and futon, game room with foosball and air hockey, & outside chiminea.
WE JUST HAD WIFI INSTALLED. IT IS SLOW BUT SLOWLY IMPROVING!! we highly encourage getting off the grid…
NO SMOKING
NO EXCEPTIONS
Property manager
Darden Sachs
Premier Host
Languages
English
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
We have another lodge on the property as well.
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
Note from host: We have another lodge on the property as well.
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
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Etlan
Located in Etlan, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. River District Arts and Glassworks Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at DuCard Vineyards and Sharp Rock Vineyards. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Etlan, VA
What's nearby
- DuCard Vineyards - 11 min drive - 5.5 km
- Old Rag Mountain - 24 min drive - 14.9 km
- Thorton Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 28 min drive - 30.1 km
- Skyland - 43 min drive - 42.7 km
- Stony Man - 52 min drive - 48.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Shotwell Run Brew Co L - 7 min drive
- Ducard Vineyards - 7 min drive
- Central Coffee Co. - 7 min drive
- La Bella Terra B & B - 25 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
1 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeff J.
30 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Jeff J.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kevin M.
14 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
Kevin M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Brian E.
11 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Brian E.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Chelsi V.
2 July 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and property, accommodating host!
Chelsi V.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lee J., Washington
30 Nov 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Setting and Comfortable House
Lee J.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
10/10 Excellent
Xiaofei P.
1 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for groups
Xiaofei P.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
4 Aug 2003
Guestbook Comment
2/10 Terrible
George N.
29 Nov 2023
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Absolutely horrible
George N.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Gabriella M.
28 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little slice of heaven near the mountains!
Gabriella M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Janine P.
8 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place overall
Janine P.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
6/10 Okay
Fran B.
2 Nov 2018
Nice house but could use some improvements/upgrades
Fran B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
10/10 Excellent
Jane L.
25 July 2018
Spectacular Indeed!
Jane L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
10/10 Excellent
Howard G.
30 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Setting & Convenient to SNP
Howard G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Julia G.
2 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin!
Julia G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ken W.
5 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
spirit dancer
Ken W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Cassie F.
5 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place!
Cassie F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Chris T.
27 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Beautiful setting, dated description, subpar upkeep
Chris T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Gabriella M.
18 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect retreat for Shenandoah access
Gabriella M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rod H.
1 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wine Tour weekend
Rod H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rose K.
29 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun & Fabulous 30th Birthday Weekend Get Together
Rose K.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Pam S.
15 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls weekend
Pam S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Bo D.
1 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Bo D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Ryan E.
28 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing mountain escape
Ryan E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
William C.
13 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, long weekend in the Virginia countryside / Blueridge mountains
William C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
About the host
Hosted by Darden Sachs

We will built this property with our bare hands over some years, mostly just weekends, while traveling back to the DC area for work during the week. The rocks that are displayed, especially on the incredible fireplace, are all from the property! This is a lodge with a lot of love, sweat and some tears put into it and we are so excited to share it with you!
Languages:
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Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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