A Rustic-Chic Cabin Hideaway at the Doorstep of the Shenandoah National Park

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Cabin

Nestled in the mountainside, this view welcomes you each time you return.

Take in the sights and sounds of nature on the upper or lower deck.

Fully equipped kitchen allows peaceful, gourmet meals indoors or on the deck.

Fireside on the sturdy fold-down futon, or catch some of the game.

King sized bed, dressed with luxury linens and newly appointed mattress 4/2016

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 251.1 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Parking available
Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Stanardsville, VA

Shenandoah National Park
‪9 min drive‬
Swift Run Gap Entrance Shenandoah
‪13 min drive‬
Massanutten Water Park
‪28 min drive‬
Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Welcome to Romance Ridge! Just 5 miles from the Skyline Drive and the Shenandoah National Park, Romance Ridge is equipped with all you need for your getaway. Privately nestled in the mountain side with view of the Shenandoah National Park. Featuring an open studio floor plan with king-sized bed, full bath, and fully equipped kitchen. Simply bring your bag and gourmet ingredients. Fresh, luxury linens are included in your stay. Enjoy the hot tub year round, and wood-burning fireplace October - March while you relax and unwind for the week or the weekend. Wireless internet access included. Also included are an iron, hair dryer, charcoal grill (bring charcoal), outdoor fire pit, and outdoor picnic table on lower deck. Please make yourself at home!

Property manager

Kelly McGrory

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

No children allowed at any time on property

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

NO SMOKING IN CABIN/DECKS. Dispose in garbage

No smoking in cabin, nor on decks. If you must smoke, please dispose of trash in can; do not toss on the property. Please respect the natural beauty.

No children in cabin or on property at any time, unless permission has been established in writing.

Must get permission. Pets must not be left unattended in the cabin/decks, or on property under any circumstances. Must be crated or travel with you.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Stanardsville

Located in Stanardsville, this cabin is in a rural area. Green Hills Golf Course and Kilaurwen Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shenandoah National Park and Swift Run Gap Entrance Shenandoah. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing, ecotours and hunting.

Stanardsville, VA

What's nearby

Shenandoah National Park - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
Swift Run Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 13 min drive - 11.0 km
Early Mountain Vineyards - 25 min drive - 19.0 km
Massanutten Water Park - 28 min drive - 29.9 km
Stone Mountain Vineyards - 34 min drive - 24.8 km

Getting around

Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

‪Lafayette Inn & Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
‪Sal's Pizzeria and Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
‪Kilaurwen Winery - ‬21 min drive
‪The Standard Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
‪Sombrero's Mexican Cuisine & Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Rustic-Chic Cabin Hideaway at the Doorstep of the Shenandoah National Park pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at A Rustic-Chic Cabin Hideaway at the Doorstep of the Shenandoah National Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Rustic-Chic Cabin Hideaway at the Doorstep of the Shenandoah National Park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Rustic-Chic Cabin Hideaway at the Doorstep of the Shenandoah National Park located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Shenandoah National Park, Greene County Library and Stanardsville Town Office. Green Hills Golf Course and Rapidan River are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lori K., Alexandria, Virginia, United States

27 Dec 2020

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

Beautiful cabin in amazing setting!! Super clean and comfortable - great getaway!

Great communication with host, VERY clean and comfortable space! The king bed was comfortable, the hot tub was awesome and the kitchen had everything we needed to prepare meals - highly recommend!!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joyce J.

6 May 2025

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

Sweet Cabin in the Woods

Beautiful cabin! Comfortable. Clean. Next door to Shenandoah National Park. Easy drive to Luray Caverns. We also visited American Civil War sites. If we are ever lucky enough to return to beautiful Virginia, we would definitely stay in this cabin again!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Payge S.

22 Apr 2025

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

Perfect getaway!

My friend and I stayed for the week and hiked in Shenandoah. Perfect little cabin for the week!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas S.

15 Apr 2025

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

Pet Friendly Weekend

Overall fantastic stay that's just as nice as advertised and in the case of the kitchen and bathroom even better than it looks in the pictures. The only two things not apparent from the listing (at least at the time of writing) is that the cabin is about a mile or so down a gravel road depending which direction you come from (although it should be easily passable in pretty much any vehicle) and the pet fee, which was a bit steep at 100 per pet. Nonetheless, we very much enjoyed our weekend there and exploring the area's wineries and breweries with our dogs!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwynne H.

2 Apr 2025

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

True cabin in the woods

If you're looking for solitude and privacy, this is your cabin. All the comforts of home and then some. Stayed here in early spring, would love to return in winter and summer.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

7 Feb 2025

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

Best cabin ever

We've traveled around the U.S. visiting national parks, and I have to say everything about this cabin was the best we've ever experienced. It was comfortable, clean, and "just like home". We had great communications with the owner when we had questions. There was a nice supply of firewood for the fireplace and warm water for the hot tub. Very convenient to the national park and easy drive to communities if you'd prefer to eat out instead of cooking at home. Thanks for the great stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

donald e.

17 Dec 2024

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

Loved it

The host could not have been nicer

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dani B.

9 Dec 2024

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

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob M.

17 Nov 2024

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

Perfect spot!

Great property, great views, private, clean, easy in and out. Loved it, comfortable king size bed, great hot tub, nice size kitchen area. All around great place!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

4 Oct 2024

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

Private and peaceful

We enjoyed our stay here. There is a narrow road leading to the cabin but we never encountered another person while driving it. The cabin was beautiful and the host provided ample firewood which was really nice.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kevin t.

4 Aug 2024

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

Perfect

Great location and romantic cabin in the mountains

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wyatt H.

31 July 2024

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

Nice Getaway

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

31 July 2024

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

Amazing

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny S.

30 July 2024

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

Perfect Getaway

First off-Kelly was so available for questions, info and recommendations. Perfect host! The cabin was perfect for a week stay. The hottub was incredible( even though it was July). If youre looking for a very private, cozy, quiet, and romantic getaway; this is your place! 5 stars!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara J.

29 July 2024

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

Perfect spot for peace and serenity, great location

Romance Ridge was absolutely perfect for my husband and I and pup. It is in a very rural setting with plenty of privacy, no noise or light pollution. It's surrounded by beautiful trees. All you can hear are the birds singing and the cicadas. It is 15 minute ride to one of the entrances to the Shenandoah National Park. We drove to Luray several times which is about an hour away but it's a nice drive so we did not mind driving at all. The hot tub was great. Although we only used it once because we got back to the cabin late most nights, we were glad to have had the option to use it. The inside of the cabin is beautuful. I loved the high ceilings and the big windows. If you are a light sleeper and don't like bright lights early in the morning I recommend getting an eye mask. The amount of space was just perfect for my husband and I and 10 lb pups. Kelly was a wonderful host and provided plenty of information regarding the surrounding area and fun things and hikes to check out. We had no issues with anythjng. The whole check in and out process was super easy. We would absolutely rent from Kelly and Bill again. Romance Ridge is a perfect spot for serenity, peace, quiet, tranquility and a place to let go of all the baggage we all carry around when out in the real world and caught up in the daily grind. We recommend highly the Shenandoah River outfitters for a day on the lazy river. Also a must is the Luray Caverns. Hiking in SNP was amazing. So many beautiful summitts.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James E.

25 June 2024

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

Mountain Hideaway

Great little cabin in the woods, perfect for unwinding and reconnecting!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

20 May 2024

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

Perfect Escape

We couldn’t have asked for a better stay :) The cabin was clean and cozy. Mornings on the deck drinking coffee, days spent hiking and playing games, and evenings in the hot tub. Would love to return again.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon D.

12 May 2024

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

Perfect for a quiet getaway!!

Romance Ridge did not disappoint and was exactly what we were looking for in a quiet getaway where my husband and I could enjoy the peace of nature away from all the bustle of normal life. We truly enjoyed that this was easy to access from I-81, and was within reasonable driving distance from grocery stores, gas stations, and restaurants while still feeling like you were a million miles away deep in the forest. The fully equipped kitchen was great as we prefer to cook, the smart TV was perfect for evenings, the bed was one of the most comfortable beds we have slept on at a VRBO property (and we generally always use VRBO for travel), and the hot tub was an amazing perk! The location was also conveniently located not far from Charlottesville being under an hour from Monticello, less than an hour drive to the amazing Luray Caverns (a must see in the area!), and just a hop, skip, and a jump to Skyline Drive, and the Shenandoah National Forest where there are a plethora of great hiking trails to waterfalls, view wildlife, and reconnect with nature. The hosts were amazing as well. Kelly provided all the information we needed to ensure a smooth check-in and answered all of the questions we had. She even took the liberty of offering recommendations of things to see and do in the area. She went above and beyond to make sure we were all set to have a great stay! We will definitely bookmark this hidden gem to come visit again!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

21 Apr 2024

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

Comfortable base for hiking

Very comfortable cabin. Very clean. Mattress and bedding superior. Beautiful balcony with hot tub overlooking woods and mountain. Easy access to hiking in Shenandoah park and close enough to day trip to Luray or Charlottesville.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Sara W.

13 Apr 2024

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

Anniversary trip to Shenandoah

We visit a national park every anniversary and stay at a cabin with a hot tub and a view. This one was VERY nice and had the little details you see at a 4+star hotel from folded towels, bath robes, and good coffee. This cabin is just 15 min away from skyline drive and the furnished kitchen meant we didn’t need to eat out (we love to cook). Highly recommend to couples who love each other’s company and love to escape to the quiet of mountains. Also would recommend seeing Luray caverns of you have any bad weather days.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell W.

2 Apr 2024

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

Birthday Get Away

My girlfriend and I enjoyed the privacy and coziness of the cabin immensely. We toured Luray Caverns, Monticello, Montpelier and the Meem's Covered Bridge. I would definitely recommend going to the Bridge. The Hostess was very accommodating about any of our concerns, and that was greatly appreciated. Great Place.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geralyn T.

11 Feb 2024

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

Relaxing Weekend in Beautiful Cabin!

This cabin had everything needed for a restful weekend. We enjoyed the hot tub on the covered deck (even in the rain), the fireplace, the incredibly comfortable king bed, and the peacefulness of the wooded area! Hope to stay again very soon.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

2 Feb 2024

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

Relaxing

Nice cozy place, quiet. Good views of the mountains. Wife and I loved it.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

david s.

31 Jan 2024

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

Anniversary getaway weekend

Very nice property in a secluded location with nice views of the mountains a short to drive to restaurants and skyline drive and hiking. The cabin is very well maintained and clean.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell W., Smithfield, VA

27 Nov 2023

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

Fall Hiking

Cabin was as advertised. Hot tub was perfect after a day of hiking in nearby SNP. Kitchen was well equipped to cook our meals, as there are few dining options in the immediate area especially in the off season. Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kelly McGrory

We are Kelly, William and Trex. We live in Southeast Pennsylvania where we work as a speech therapist, tech support manager, and faithful pooch. We love the outdoors, and have a great appreciation for nature. We love to share the peace, tranquility, and romance of our cabin in the Shenandoah area. We hope you enjoy it and make happy memories for yourselves. Happy Trails, Kelly and William (and Trex too!)

Why they chose this property

We chose to purchase this property, with hopes that we would relocate to the Charlottesville, VA area for its outdoor lifestyle. Our jobs keep us in Pennsylvania, but we enjoy 6-7 trips to Romance Ridge per year to take in the beauty and serenity of the mountains and hike the trails in the Shenandoah National Park.

What makes this property unique

Romance Ridge is located at the doorstep of the Shenandoah National Park, and is equidistant between University of Virginia in Charlottesville, and James Madison University in Harrisonburg. With two ski resorts close by at Masannutten and Wintergreen, it's not easy to choose! Luray Caverns is an easy day trip. There are numerous, breweries and vineyards in the area, along with antique shoppes, wildlife management areas, and country roads to explore and take in the undeveloped scenery. The Shenandoah Valley is rich with history, from Civil War trails to James Madison's Monticello, James Monroe's Ash Lawn, and James Madison's Montpelier. No matter your destination, we are sure you will enjoy the peace, solitude, and serenity of the cabin itself. Enjoy your stay!

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1 bathroom

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