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Fantasy Cottage: Private Pond, Waterfall, Hot Tub

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A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa with decorative pillows, and a large window offering a view of a lake and greenery.
A cozy room with a bed, a sofa, and a window overlooking a lake.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, a window with a view of a green landscape, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a kitchen with white cabinets, and a staircase.
A spacious living room with a white sectional sofa, a wooden staircase, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Shenandoah River
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Front Royal, VA
  • Place, Shenandoah River
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Skyline Caverns
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Front Royal Entrance Shenandoah National Park
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Fantasy Cottage: Private Pond, Waterfall, Hot Tub

A Perfect Fantasy Escape. The 650 sq ft Cottage is beautifully secluded on 10 acres with a private pond. Sit in the hot tub and watch the waterfall cascade into a rock pool and flow into a beautiful 15,000 sq/ft lined swimming pond. The expansive porch and deck are perfect for catching the sun; dining under the stars; hanging out with friends; reading your favorite book...you name it and it will be as good as anything you've imagined. The beach has a zero depth entry for lounging or playing in the water. Inside this gem you will find everything you need for a delightful stay: From the leather sectional and viking daybed you can watch the fireplace or the large flat screen TV. The bathroom boasts a rainfall shower with natural stone and tile. Only a two minute walk to the scenic Shenandoah River.
Skyline Drive, hiking and biking trails, 100 holes of golf, shopping, restaurants only 10-20 minutes away!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
We do not allow any events
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Pets

Pets allowed
Pets are an extra $25/night/pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Signed Rental Agreement Required
Pet Fee

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3994330vb
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 do not allow any events
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

About the area

Front Royal

Located in Front Royal, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Shenandoah National Park and Front Royal Entrance Shenandoah National Park. Blue Ridge Arts Council and Gallery and Dinosaur Land are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and mountain biking nearby.
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Front Royal, VA

What's nearby

  • Shenandoah River - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Skyline Caverns - 18 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Front Royal Entrance Shenandoah National Park - 18 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Luray Caverns - 44 min drive - 62.7 km
  • Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races - 53 min drive - 71.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Royal Farms - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Melting Pot Pizza - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fantasy Cottage: Private Pond, Waterfall, Hot Tub pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Fantasy Cottage: Private Pond, Waterfall, Hot Tub?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fantasy Cottage: Private Pond, Waterfall, Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fantasy Cottage: Private Pond, Waterfall, Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fantasy Cottage: Private Pond, Waterfall, Hot Tub located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Shenandoah River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Blue Ridge Shadows Golf Club and Shenandoah Valley Golf Club. Shenandoah National Park and Jackson's Chase Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 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. 158 out of 167 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 167 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 167 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 167 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 167 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it & cannot wait to come back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2026
Annie, Glad you loved it! Don't hesitate to come back soon! Best regards, Frank and Angelique O'Reilly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marissa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Last minute weekend getaway, and it was absolutely refreshing. Very serene, surrounded by deer and nature communication with the host was very easy, and they were extremely responsive
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2026
Marissa, the privacy at the Pond House is unrivaled...unless you call deer, turkeys, geese, etc intruders! Glad to hear you relaxed, as that is the whole purpose of the Pond getaway. Best regards, Frank and Angelique O'Reilly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ronald T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an amazing stay! My wife and I loved the quaint property. The drive to the cottage was not ideal going through some rough looking areas, but the cottage itself is very well kept and beautiful. It was very private and everything was exactly as we would have expected. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cathie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Super cute place to stay! It’s a bit of a drive down a road that during winter/rainy months would be hairy…just an fyi! Also…bring your own food. There isn’t much as far as food/shopping nearby. The house is clean and perfect for a weekend away
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Weekend getawat

Great weekend escape, everything was perfect would recimmend to friends looking to escape and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marisa P.

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

Peaceful cozy cottage

Cute cottage with great view of small pond and tons of wildlife (turtles, birds, raccoon, deer, etc.). Loved having choice between wood fire pit and 2 gas fire places. Water pressure was amazing! Kitchen was tiny but well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

Hidden Paradise

What a beautiful secret bungalow! The lush greenery and rock waterfall truly reminded us of Hawaii. Bring some groceries and a few bottles of wine - you won’t want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brooke W.

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

Wonderful

Absolutely Perfect stay for my husband and son and our two dogs. Enjoyed every minute
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Carl R S.

Private

nice private and relaxing
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Thanks Carl! Best, Frank and Sean and the rest of the O'Reillys
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie L.

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

Paradise

We absolutely loved the pond cottage property we highly recommend and would love to someday go back the owners really put effort into making it comfortable and nice it's a beautiful place 😊💕
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Wonderful retreat

This cottage is a wonderful retreat, but what I really appreciated was that everything was so well thought out. The design of the house, property, and amnenities made the entire stay easy, relaxing, and enjoyable. Can't wait to come back. I wish more properties were like this one.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
James, Thanks for the words of appreciation on the design. We try always to have what we want ourselves when we are visitors. If we succeed in providing what our guests are hoping for then we are achieving what we set out to do...have the best and most remarkable vacation cottages around!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg L.

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

Peaceful & Private

Given how hectic life can be, it's nice to find a place like this that is so peaceful and private. House was clean and well supplied with everything we needed. Communication with Owner ahead of our visit was prompt and thorough. We loved the pond, waterfall and being close to the river. We paddled with kayaks on the river and went hiking in nearby Shenandoah National Park. Overall, an excellent place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Sweet Little Cottage

My husband and I had a relaxing weekend away at this lovely little cottage. Everything was clean, just as described, and well stocked. We loved taking strolls around the property and didn't leave the whole weekend. Would love to go back in the warmer weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Feb 2022
Thank you, Jessica! We love hearing when our guests enjoy the beauty around the property and we hope to host you again in the warmer weather. -the O'Reillys
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joni U.

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

Perfect Getaway

Enjoyed a very relaxing romantic getaway. Had breakfast on the porch while a family of deer visited the pond. Read a good book listening to the sounds of the waterfall. Drinks in the hot tub under the stars!! Doesn’t get much better than that!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michele D.

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

Relaxing Fall Getaway

Wonderful property! The Pond Cottage was a relaxing getaway with everything we could have asked for. Close to SkyLine Drive. We hiked in the mornings and returned to the cottage in the afternoon . Enjoyed the hot tub, fire pit and even kayaked around the pond. It was the perfect spot for our family. Would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Thank you Michael for coming and for sharing some of the lovely things you enjoyed at Rolling River Farm and the area. As always, the best compliment is wishing to return! Best, Frank and Angelique
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey S.

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

Perfect

Exactly as advertised. Perfect comms, perfect surroundings, especially for a mom who wanted a little getaway from the hectic day to day at home to recharge. It was serene and peaceful. Very clean and my dog absolutely loved it too!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alisa F.

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

just what the Dr. ordered

Perfect anniversary weekend nook with our dogs, unforgettable! It was a little noisy with lawn mowing and gunfire all day Saturday in the background, but we didn't mind and appreciated the woods for what they are worth, just relating our experience...wouldn't have changed a thing! thanks, Fosmires
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Andrea F.

Absolutely Perfect

We could not have asked for more. The property was exactly as described, and wonderfully relaxing. We enjoyed the hot tub, the pond, the deck, the waterfall -- all of it. We even picked wineberries on the property. And on the day it rained, the proximity of the cottage to local wineries was ideal. The hosts were so communicative, and everything was clean, in working order, and really thoughtful. We are really looking forward to returning! Thank you so much!
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Thanks Andrea for coming and taking the time to share your experience of your Pond Cottage stay. I do love this time of year with the berries...my family calls it "grazing" and it always takes us three times longer to walk anywhere as we pick and eat the profusion of berries (with each new bush looking better than the last). Best, Frank, Sean and the rest of the O'Reillys
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Dann A.

Lovely, private getaway - 2nd visit

Just got back from our second visit to the Pond Cottage, and can't wait to go back! The cottage is a perfect place to let go, and it is so thoughtfully appointed. The owners go above and beyond based on other rentals I've stayed in where I had to bring my own sheets, towels, TP, etc. Everything is ready to go at Pond Cottage, just bring the clothes on your back, toiletries, food and drink. The property is serene and gorgeous, and we love watching the wild life around us. Thank you for another beautiful weekend, and we'll see you soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2015
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Thanks so very much for returning to the Pond Cottage at Rolling River Farm. It is always the very best compliment we could get. We will look forward to your return! Warm Regards, Frank, Angelique and family
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristi N.

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

We love the Pond Cottage

Just a 2-hour drive for us from Annapolis, this has been a repeat Fall getaway place for us for 3 years now (and we hope to come back again next year). For a tiny house, it has everything you need. And to wake up in the morning and just sit with a cup of coffee overlooking the pond is super peaceful. And is close to downtown Front Royal, breweries, wineries, Skyline Dr, hiking, etc. The owners are super communicative and helpful. The cottage was clean and well-kept. Each year we enjoy seeing what else they have added or upgraded. Hope to be back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2022
Thank you so much for coming again and we are so happy that you enjoyed another stay with us! We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tonya S.

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

Private Perfect Cabin!

The location and privacy were the primary reasons why we chose this cabin. It’s located on a beautiful piece of land, near a river. The cabin was so cozy and comfortable. We even had a Christmas tree that was lit up to welcome us! We felt comfortable with letting our dogs explore, knowing that the property was large and secluded enough as to not disturb anyone. Our group included myself, my spouse, and our 2 teens. The WiFi was secure and fast, which was a must for our teens. The cabin was clean and tidy, with plenty of towels and extra bedding. Another plus: plenty of pillows! The kitchen was well-equipped with a Keurig coffee machine and Keurig cups. Washer and dryer are in the cabin. A couple of kayaks are available for use and we had fun with them on the private pond. We didn’t use the hot tub but it looked clean and was ready for use. There is a firepit and wood was available. Everything we needed was ready and available! The host, Grace, was responsive and so friendly and gracious. This was a perfect getaway to end 2024 and begin the new year. We will definitely plan another trip soon to this cabin. Can’t recommend it enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Moriah M.

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

Tranquility

A beautiful spot, senic, peaceful, and quite. The back roads on the way there after the main road ends definitely required 4 wheel drive but the drive was totally worth it. The hot tub is perfection and the sitting spot at the top of the hill has an amazing view of the property.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

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

Lovely Trip

Perfect location for dogs and to escape city.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kacey L.

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

Cottage Get Away

This cottage was everything we needed for a weekend get away. From the initial booking and check-in process to departure, Grace made the entire process and experience easy. The cottage itself was very clean, peaceful, and relaxing. The openness of the land made it safe and fun for our dogs to roam. It's proximity to various lakes, hiking trails, and local wineries made our entire stay a pleasant experience. We will definitely be back in the future and look forward to staying at another one of Grace's properties!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha R.

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

BEAUTIFUL & PEACEFUL

We absolutely loved our stay. Very private and peaceful. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

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