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Wander through the woods at the Massanutten Resort. JMU specials! Pet-friendly

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Exterior
Exterior detail
Living area
Living area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Wander through the woods at the Massanutten Resort. JMU specials! Pet-friendly

Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space. This vacation home is located only eight miles from the Shenandoah National Park, and the Resort offers year-round fun for everyone of all ages..

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
There is a kennel available.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

McGaheysville

McGaheysville is home to this holiday home. Masanutten Ski Resort and White Oak Lavender Farm & The Purple WOLF Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Massanutten Water Park and SoLace Studios Fine Handcrafts. A Dream Come True Playground and Edith J. Carrier Arboretum are also worth visiting.
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McGaheysville, VA

What's nearby

  • Masanutten Ski Resort - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Massanutten Water Park - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Shenandoah National Park - 17 min drive - 20.7 km
  • James Madison University - 20 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Luray Caverns - 40 min drive - 53.3 km

Getting around

  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Elkton Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ciro's Italian Eatery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hank's Smokehouse - Southern Grillery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Virginia BBQ & Pizza Company - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wander through the woods at the Massanutten Resort. JMU specials! Pet-friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Wander through the woods at the Massanutten Resort. JMU specials! Pet-friendly ?

As of 7 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wander through the woods at the Massanutten Resort. JMU specials! Pet-friendly on 8 Apr 2026 start from AU$384, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Wander through the woods at the Massanutten Resort. JMU specials! Pet-friendly ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wander through the woods at the Massanutten Resort. JMU specials! Pet-friendly ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wander through the woods at the Massanutten Resort. JMU specials! Pet-friendly ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wander through the woods at the Massanutten Resort. JMU specials! Pet-friendly located?

Situated in McGaheysville, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of George Washington National Forest, Masanutten Ski Resort and MPOA Go-Kart Track. Massanutten Water Park is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Check-in

8.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend visit with family. A nice, relaxing atmosphere for our get together.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2025
Daniel, thank you for your review. I hope you'll consider staying at The Elk House again the next time you visit Massanutten.
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely wonderful stay! Lovely home in Massanutten with a very easy drive to JMU where we came for a football game. Very clean with everything you need being away from home. Will absolutely keep this property saved for future visits. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2025
Thank you so much! I'm happy you enjoyed yourselves and will consider The Elk House for your future stays in Massanutten.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. The place looks just like the photos.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nara M.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
The house was nice and close to massanutten. I did find a pair of used socks (ew) under the covers on my second night in the master bedroom , which means sheets were never changed after their last guest. I was very disappointed about that after spending almost 1000 on our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ines

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Had a great time at this property. Communications with the host was great and it’s a nice bonus that you can bring your pet!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ivy T.

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

Lovely base camp for mountain getaway

Elk House is spacious and clean—we enjoyed yoga in the sun room, grilling on the porch, walks in the neighborhood, and hikes in the area. The house is well-located within Massanutten resort and is about 25 minutes from Harrisonburg, so there’s lots to do. The kitchen and pantry were well-stocked with coffee and other essentials. Carla was a gracious and responsive host. Would definitely recommend and visit again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2024
Hi Ivy, Thank you so much! I'm really happy that you had a good time at the Elk House, and I look forward to hosting you again. You and your guests are welcome back anytime. 😊
Verified

8/10 Good

NCHurets

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

Great spot at Massanutten for larger family gathering

We had a wonderful stay at this property! The location is fantastic—close to everything—and the home itself is spacious and comfortable, easily accommodating our group of 10, which included four kids, a dog, and five adults. The open layout made it easy for everyone to spread out and relax.The host was very welcoming and provided clear, easy-to-follow instructions for all the little details around the house, which made our stay stress-free.There are just a few small areas for improvement, particularly for larger groups like ours. It would be great to have a few more essentials, like extra towels, plates, and bowls, to better accommodate groups of 8-10 people.Overall, it was a great experience, and we really enjoyed our time here.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2025
I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay, and i certainly appreciate your feedback. As for the inadequate amount of towels and bowls, I left plenty dishwashing tabs and laundry detergent for the guests to always have clean bowls, plates, and towels.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bonnie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Generally good

This property is a great location and has had some really wonderful updates done to it. Beds are comfortable and porch was amazing. It’s clean and very minimalist. But almost too minimalist- no bedside stands, no bathroom products (shampoo, soap, etc). Once we arrived and got settled, owner communicated. Her policy is give out door code right before check in. However, a touch base email stating that would have been helpful and alleviated last minute anxiety. We are 3 hours away so hearing nothing until 20 minutes before check-in was a bit too late IMO.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2025
Thank you for your review. As for soap, there is a bottle of liquid soap in all three bathrooms, and there are at least four bars of soap under the sink of the master bathroom. I made it clear from the beginning thar I provide everything except shampoo because you are renting an Airbnb and not a hotel, and people usually have their preference for their own shampoo. Also, all three bedrooms have bedside tables, so I don't know how you can say there were none.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Ho P.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

unpleasant travel destination

I received an email saying that they would tell me the password for the reserved house 30 minutes before check-in, but I was worried that the internet might not work at the destination, so I checked the email and left for the destination.Usually, you have to tell them the day before the trip, right?Also, the house hadn't been cleaned at all, so there was a lot of dust, there was poop in the toilet, and the bedding hadn't been washed, so there was a lot of hair and dog hair on it.I've traveled a lot, but this is the first time I've seen such a dirty house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2025
This house was cleaned from top to bottom with no dust anywhere, not even a speck. Also, I sent you the check-in instructions one hour prior to your check-in, so that is another falsehood on your part. As the Elk House is a dog-friendly property, it is very possible that you might have found a dog hair and that you would understand this, especially since you brought a pet yourself. This review is unwarranted, and you are certainly not welcome back, and I will warn others in the community of the online damage you have tried to cause.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dominica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a wonderful stay. So even before booking Carla was AMAZING. She answered all of my questions and was very timely with her responses. There was no detail left out for accessing the property where things were located in the house and she provided us with the basis a for our stay. Now, the house.. beyond what we imagined. Everything so clean and neat the rooms are very spacious she also provided board games and uno cards for family fun. Our favorite part was the inclosed patio. I couldn’t get my nephew from back there, he literally slept there every night. I can’t enough good things about this property. If you are looking start booking!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

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