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Walk to White Oak Canyon Trail in Shenandoah National Park

Riverside cabin in Syria with kitchen

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, Dark Hollow Falls
  • Place, Rose River Falls
  • Place, Old Rag Mountain
  • Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Walk to White Oak Canyon Trail in Shenandoah National Park

White Oak Canyon Cottage is a cozy cottage nestled in a beautiful valley of the Blue Ridge Mountains near the Robinson River and Cedar Run. It is located adjacent to the Shenandoah National Park and is literally steps from the White Oak Canyon Hiking Trail and Cedar Run Hiking Trail lower trailheads. These trails offer some of the best waterfall hiking trails in the Shenandoah National Park. White Oak Canyon Cottage is also located about .8 miles to the Old Rag Mountain hiking trail parking lot.

This area abounds with nature and wildlife including Virginia White Tailed deer, black bears, gray squirrels, mountain trout, and many birds. White Oak Canyon Cottage is perfect for a family retreat with nature, a quiet romantic getaway, or a weekend of hiking in the Shenandoah National Park.

We're located just off Virginia's Route 231, one of America's ten most outstanding scenic byways, perfect for biking. Enjoy the hiking, wildlife, fishing for trout in a nearby stocked pond, wineries, antique shops, Luray Caverns, Monticello - Thomas Jefferson's home, Montpelier - James Madison's home, or just sit back and relax and enjoy the scenery.

Other Activities: Heritage Day, Blue Grass Festival, Apple Harvest Festival.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Please review with the owner.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off the A/C's
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Do not feed the black bears or deer. Please be cautious around rock piles, brush, and wood piles as there could be rattle snakes in these areas.
Please leave full trash bags in the storage container at the back door. Animals will get into it if left outside.
Do not start a fire in the fire pit, if it is windy or dry.

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
Note from host: Please review with the owner.
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Syria

Located in Syria, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Rapidan Camp and Belle Brown Northcott Memorial are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at DuCard Vineyards and Blue Quartz Winery. Jordan Hollow Stables and Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Syria, VA

What's nearby

  • Old Rag Mountain - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Shenandoah National Park - 46 min drive - 41.8 km
  • Thorton Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 52 min drive - 48.3 km
  • Mary's Rock Summit Trailhead - 52 min drive - 48.6 km
  • Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park - 58 min drive - 57.2 km

Getting around

  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Meadows Wayside - ‬90 min drive
  • ‪Pollock Dining Room @ Skyland Resort - ‬73 min drive
  • ‪Big Meadows Lodge - ‬93 min drive
  • ‪Spottswood Dining Room - ‬93 min drive
  • ‪Shotwell Run Brew Co L - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to White Oak Canyon Trail in Shenandoah National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Walk to White Oak Canyon Trail in Shenandoah National Park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walk to White Oak Canyon Trail in Shenandoah National Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to White Oak Canyon Trail in Shenandoah National Park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Walk to White Oak Canyon Trail in Shenandoah National Park located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Old Rag Mountain and within 12 miles (20 km) of DuCard Vineyards and Blue Quartz Winery. Sharp Rock Vineyards and Rapidan River are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 103 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barb S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication was great, fantastic location for a couple of the key hikes.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property had everything you needed. Location was amazing. It’s an old trailer, but if you’re looking for a quiet, rustic getaway this is the place. We enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Scenery to die for

Amazing accommodations
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

L H.

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

Great for hikers!

My teen son and I stayed for two nights to hike in the area. It was as described in the photos/description and met our expectations. It was an easy walk to the White Oak Canyon trailhead, and my son loved the swimming holes accessible from the two trails there. We also hiked Old Rag. We wanted to make sure to do the full circuit with the rock scramble. Please note that the parking lot for the full 9 mile Old Rag hike is about a 25-minute drive away; it's the Berry Hollow parking that is close to the cottage. We knew this going in but just make sure you do your research. We also enjoyed having the Graves Market nearby (which is listed as Syria Mercantile in the instructions). This is a great spot for hikers!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

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

Great Location

This property had everything we needed. Great Location .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Michael G.

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

Excellent location for Shenandoah trails

Bill was very good about communicating. Simple and rustic accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace B.

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

Great Little Spot for Hikers

This is a great place to stay if you want to hide out in the woods for a weekend and go for a hike or two. The house itself was small but comfortable for four people and worked perfectly. We walked to the White Oak Canyon Trail and loved the hike. It was amazing to not have to drive up like I have so many times. There were not too many food options nearby, so hitting the Food Lion and cooking while at the house is the main option, which I always love to do.Beautiful area, nice and secluded if that’s what you’re looking for, and spectacular hikes just a walk away.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael C., Rock Hall, Maryland

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

Weekend getaway

The property was exactly as described and the location was perfect for our needs. The sounds from the water is so soothing!! We will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Kristie W.

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

Quiet and peaceful!

It was nice to be so close to the trail heads! We enjoyed our stay in Bill's little cottage. It was rustic but with new amenities and quiet. Would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher P.

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

Peaceful and Relaxing

It was very relaxing. Wifi didn't work that well but overall it was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

KJ S.

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

Pretty much as advertised, we had a good time

The property is accurately represented: it is basically a single wide trailer with an enclosed porch added on, in a pretty remote location (no nearby food or services, no cell service). We enjoyed our stay. The hike from the property was very nice. The microwave wasn't working while we were there, but the property manager did email us about it and said he was going to have it fixed (apparently it had just broken with the previous guests). There was an issue with ants, mostly in the kitchen, but a few in other rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie B., Reston, VA

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

Best host ever!

I ended up not being able to stay at this property because of a heating issue that had to be fixed, but just wanted to send a note of appreciation for Bill, the host. The information he sent when I first booked the property was SUPER helpful (including lots of practical info such as the hiking trails accessible from the property, those requiring a permit, where to get the permit, etc...) and then when I shared that the main goal of my stay was star gazing, he sent me exact timing for the International Space Station sightings for the dates of my stay, which I thought was SO thoughtful. Thanks Bill!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Catherine J.

Really close to hiking trails, but just ok

Let me say on the positive side; it was as advertised. It was close to the white oak trailhead, which was an amazing hike. It was remote and quiet, and a mama bear and her two cubs loved to eat from the apple tree in the back yard, which my family and I loved watching. Bill even let us check in early, was great at communicating, and it was well-stocked. On the down side, the window air conditioner tried its best, but isn’t strong enough to really keep the place cool; some fans might help. The top bunk was missing, so one of our kids slept on the couch, which was under the air conditioner, so he didn’t really mind. The main bedroom’s mattress really does sag quite considerably. And as the previous reviewer stated, while it seems like it gets surface cleaned, I don’t think its been cleaned well in awhile. There is visible grime, hair and dead bugs in corners, behind faucets, doors and windows. My biggest problem is it had some bugs, and not just the kind that fly in while the door is open. I hesitated leaving this review, but in the end decided I would have appreciated a heads up.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

4/10 Poor

Michelle S.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Great location, run down home

While driving, the woman who cleans the property and lives next door was so agressively up my butt driving to the place that I hit a huge pothole looking behind me for a split second. Pulled over and she sped off, only to see me pull into the rental and tried to brush off the damage as not a big deal. 2 tires-$371. New rims-$700. Mind you we had to wobble all the way back to GA with kids in the car before getting new rims. Owner and the caretaker of this place could care less. Dont let that woman get behind you, for the love of stress. The drive there is a very narrow, windy mountain road. Meant for cars, must be experienced. For reference, I drive tail of the dragon in my free time, I know a bit about mountain roads. I didnt know that the smallest turn would have a foot deep hole on the passenger side. Multiple places where itll tear your car up. Got there and they didnt know it was reserved. Sat outside with the bugs for about an hr while they put the house back together after installing floors. Floors didn't look new, there was a weird hump in the kitchen floors. Spider webs and bugs all over, not a big deal since its in a wooded area. The location is amazing, loved that part. The mold in the window unit was overwhelming. Mold in the bathroom was common, most older homes have this problem. Wifi is satellite, there is no cell phone service (verizon). Loved the disconnection from the world but be prepared. Amenities were also very basic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Karen K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Perfect location for hiking White Oak and Old Rag, and explore Shenandoah Skyline Drive. Comfy accomodations,clean linen, bath and kitchen, but few too many bugs and spider webs inside and outside. Has good Wi-Fi access needed in the valley location. Bathroom window crank broken and had to be pushed shut from outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alberto J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excelente sitio para alojarse, muy cerca del parque y merece la pena pasar unos días muy agradablesEl sitio además está perfecto , todo muy limpio , merece la pena estar allí.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shayndel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet place with a lovely patio - Small space but sweetHost is very good at getting back quicklyNear beautiful hikes Wonderful beautiful place aroundIf you are looking for a big space for family probably not the place
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drew N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful place to stay. I've stayed here twice now. I love it. Will stay again later this summer or fall.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Can’t Beat The Location

Immediately adjacent to multiple trailheads; this quaint property is the best. The property manager was great to communicate with - tips ahead of time, all of the info we needed to have an easy arrival and check-in, and the property had lots of little touches (local hiking maps and info; restaurant recommendations, and appropriate kitchen/cooking items) to make our stay great. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan E.

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

Perfect little getaway

My partner and I stayed here for two nights as we visited Shenandoah National Park. The cottage is in a great location and has a great deli up the road ten minutes. We loved our quick drives to Sperryville, the park, and hikes such as Old Rag. We really loved this cottage and how remote it was-playing cornhole in the yard, sitting out near the fire, etc. We will remember this darling cottage forever and hope to return some day!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was perfect for my four year old son and my stay. We were able to easily walk to the white oak canyon trailhead which was our goal. The house had everything we needed for our stay. Nothing fancy, just country living. We went out to eat at Graves mountain lodge as well as the Bavarian Chef, and recommend both of them.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drew N.

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

A great place

The perfect place to stay if you are interested in hiking the mountain trails. Literally a hop skip and jump to the trails. Such a beautiful area to stay in. The place is well maintained, clean and has everything you need. Comfortable and convenient. I will be booking this place to stay many many more times!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Basic amenities close to trail

We came to a music festival and to hike and were not planning to be inside much so Bills place fit the “bill”. It had the very basics of what we needed and we appreciated the exceptionally beautiful surrounding and it’s close proximity to the trails. The biggest negative was the very uncomfortable sofa which made it hard to watch a movie in the evening since it’s the only place to sit. That’s an easy fix and we would stay there again if the sofa was replaced. Thank you for letting us check in early Bill!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

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

Excellent hiking base

We loved staying here as the perfect base for our Old Rag hike as well as White Oak Canyon (which is SO close!). Surrounded by woods, we heard so many birds and saw lots of stars in the evening. It was just what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Brendan H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Location, location, location

When we booked this stay it looked nice and cozy and was right beside Shenandoah National Park, which was the primary goal. When we arrived, I was disappointed as my memory of the pictures were nicer then the actual accommodations and I thought it would be more spacious then it was. Pretty basic and rustic but to be fair it had all the necessities and the firepit and cornhole were nice features.I appreciated that the kitchen was well stocked with all of the items we needed. Bugs were really bad, which made its second best feature, being outside, unpleasant. Granted, Bill did provide some forewarning, so it's not as if it was a complete surprise.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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