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LIFE IS BETTER AT THE SHENANDOAH RIVER AT OUR COZY RIVERFRONT COTTAGE!!

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Relax on the screened patio while taking in the views of the Shenandoah River!!
Exterior detail
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Luray, VA
  • Place, Luray Caverns
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, The Garden Maze at Luray Caverns
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

LIFE IS BETTER AT THE SHENANDOAH RIVER AT OUR COZY RIVERFRONT COTTAGE!!

Riverfront Cottage Rental is located on the South Fork of the Shenandoah River. Our newly remodeled cottage is conveniently located in the middle of several popular attractions which are: Luray Caverns, Skyline Caverns, Luray Caverns Country Club, Cooter’s Place, Luray Zoo, Endless Caverns, Shenvalee Golf Resort and the New Market Battlefield.
Enjoy the best of both worlds at our newly remodeled cottage with great river and mountain views and awesome amenities. From the moment you step inside you will be delighted with the layout, great views and attention to detail. The living room offers a large flat screen TV, fireplace plus river views from every window. Enjoy the fully stocked kitchen for all your meals. The master bedroom has a queen size bed with a wall mounted TV and a nice relaxing view of the river!! The second bedroom has a queen size bed with another wall mounted flat screen TV. The cottage offers a full bath with shower. The screened patio offers comfortable seating and river views. Outside there are two fire pits located on each side of the cottage with plenty of seating including a hammock to enjoy the evening sunset!! The amenities coupled with the beautiful interior are sure to please and will become a place you will want to return to year after year.
The Shenandoah River is great for boating and fishing for catfish, trout, bass and perch just to name a few. With easy access to the river it makes the area in general perfect for nature lovers, hikers and simply ideal for families looking to experience and create cottage memories in these quiet, relaxing and natural surroundings.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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
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Pets

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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please bag up trash and put in trash can outside, no loose trash please!!!
Make sure if pet was allowed and paid for , please cleanup after your pet and don’t let on furniture unless you brought blanket for them to lay on!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please make sure all wet clothes, water equipment, etc. are left outside and not in the cottage.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

Luray

Located in Luray, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Shenandoah National Park and Luray Caverns. The Garden Maze at Luray Caverns and Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park are also worth visiting.
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Luray, VA

What's nearby

  • Luray Caverns - 14 min drive - 10.6 km
  • The Garden Maze at Luray Caverns - 15 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Luray Zoo - A Rescue Zoo - 15 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park - 17 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Massanutten Storybook Trail - 27 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dominico's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Castle Vineyards - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Broad Porch Luray - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LIFE IS BETTER AT THE SHENANDOAH RIVER AT OUR COZY RIVERFRONT COTTAGE!! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at LIFE IS BETTER AT THE SHENANDOAH RIVER AT OUR COZY RIVERFRONT COTTAGE!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LIFE IS BETTER AT THE SHENANDOAH RIVER AT OUR COZY RIVERFRONT COTTAGE!!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is LIFE IS BETTER AT THE SHENANDOAH RIVER AT OUR COZY RIVERFRONT COTTAGE!! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Shenandoah River and George Washington National Forest. Luray Caverns and Warehouse Art Gallery 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 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 171 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dave J.

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

Weekend Getaway

The cottage was a good size and comfortable for me and my wife and two dogs. The water is very close and accessible and was clear as a mountain stream while we were there.Only addition could be a better entertainment system with WIFI.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I am so happy I found this cozy river cabin to get-a-way with my boyfriend for his birthday. I can't express enough in words how needed this trip was. We have had the most chaotic summer and sitting out on the couch, drinking coffee and listening to the river took all of that chaos away, for a short while. Grateful. The cabin was sweet, cozy, and inviting.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

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

Great Family GetAway

Our family loves this cabin on the river, we are a repeat customer and will continue to visit in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing little cottage by the river. So much wildlife and nature to explore. The screened in porch is the best and a huge advantage to this property. A bug free area to watch all the birds, boats, and river. Our pup really enjoyed the river and the pet friendly cottage. We saw lots of Great Heron, an Osprey, a Kingfisher, and lots of other smaller birds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

keith i.

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

Clean and convenient

I will definitely stay here again. Very clean and easy access to the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Enjoyable

House was lovely. Beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Life is Better at the Shenandoah River at Our Cozy Riverfront! The riverfront access was a dream—perfect for relaxing, fishing, and letting our water-loving dogs play. The screened-in porch quickly became our favorite hangout spot, offering peaceful views and bug-free evenings. The yard was well-maintained with short grass, which made it easy to enjoy the outdoors with our 6-month-old, grandma, and two pups. The home was cozy and pet-friendly, making it ideal for our little family. The only small downside was the grill—it could use an upgrade—but that didn’t take away from the overall great experience. We’d absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

River house

Cottage was perfect for us. Bed were comfortable, kitchen well stocked with necessities, very clean. Loved the back porch and river .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

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

River Relaxation

We really enjoyed our long weekend stay over July 4th at this lovely waterfront cottage. The screened porch was the perfect spot for morning coffee or an evening night cap and the kitchen was well equipped to cook in. Fyi, no wifi and our Verizon cell service was essentially non existent, so come prepared to be offline until you head in to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline A.

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

Quiet Comfort

Cabin was as listed with plenty of towels and little touches. Cooking pans were on the better side, which is unusual for a rental. Screened porch gives guests a chance to enjoy the serene atmosphere without the issue of nature's little biting critters. Bed was comfortable and after figuring out where the heat source was, it kept us very comfortable. Plenty of space for the two of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin F.

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

Lovely vacation on the river

This is a perfect place for a family or a few friends to spend relaxing days outdoors. This property is close to everything—Shenandoah National Park, Luray caverns, and tons of great wineries (Castle Vinyards is highly recommended!)The house is decorated nicely and there are a few sitting areas for socializing. The kitchen was outfitted with everything I needed. The bedrooms are cozy with comfortable mattresses. The tile floors throughout are perfect for keeping everything clean. Outside there are a couple places to enjoy a fire and cook up some s’mores. And though the riverfront beach is not ideal for fishing, I still caught a few small bass with a small spinner around dusk. My favorite activity, though, is just relaxing on the screened-in porch and enjoying the view of the river. You just can’t beat that. I will definitely book this cabin again, it has something for everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan J.

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

New Years Weekend Getaway

Check-in was a breeze. The heat was on when we got there, fresh towels, linen, and a fully equipped kitchen. We had everything we needed to cook. We enjoyed using the outdoor charcoal grill for our New Years Eve feast. Our dog loved sniffing around and going down to the river. I wish it would have been warm enough to sit on the screened in porch, it was lovely! Very cozy, we will be back to enjoy it in the warmer months!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paige H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. All rooms comfortable. Love proximity to river and location way down the lane. We can see ourselves returning. So easy to explore the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a cute little house on the river! Great access for fly fishing. As noted, no wifi so great for disconnecting. Great fire pits. We had a wonderful time. The screen porch looking over the river is a wonderful place!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spent most of our time at the river or on the screened in porch. Appreciated the cleanliness of the cottage upon our arrival. Our second stay there and most likely will return.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and restful as always, my partner took the opportunity to learn to fly fish and he caught some nice bass. I enjoyed lounging in the screened-in porch and reading. Location is convenient to Luray and Shenandoah NP
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

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

Riverfront relaxation

Small, but well appointed cottage with a great screened porch overlooking the river
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

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

Great river location

We enjoyed ourselves
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra S.

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

Max relaxation on the river

This is a lovely property right on the water. It was perfect for our 4 person family and dog. We loved relaxing on the screened in porch and exploring the river banks. The zero entry river bank was perfect for our water loving dog to explore. We even took our paddle boards up river to check out the small islands, turtles, and birds. It was a great location in regards to the national park entrance and downtown Luray. Just buckle up for the bumpy dirt road drive in! Spotty cellphone service kept us off our phones and enjoying the moment; just make sure to do your Google searching for attractions before you get to the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paola M.

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

Great Location

Clean and organized cottage, everything you need for a pleasant stay. Just be aware no wifi and no cell phone reception inside the house and poor reception outside (Verizon). There is a couple of miles to drive on unpaved and at time rough terrain but we did not have problems with our minivan.Great location right in front of the river. Host was prompt in communicating with us. Better get there for the first time with day light because at night is very dark and difficult to find the cottage. We will book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

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

Relaxed at the Riverfront Cottage

This quiet stay was just what we needed! Your access to the river was perfect for our pups to swim and get their feet wet. Thank you for the cleanliness and well-stocked kitchen!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

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

Labor Day Weekend

We really enjoyed our stay. Cute little place at a great location. We had such a relaxing weekend in the water floating and fishing. Perfect screened in porch for morning coffee and evening cocktails.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Amazing spot!

What an amazing spot on the river! This place was so amazing with absolutely beautiful view of the river, my city wife was so awestruck by this place she immediately started searching for a place for sale in the general area. I got a very strong feeling we’ll be doing another stay at this awesome place later this year.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate H., Felton Delaware

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

Lovely cabin!

We arrived after dark and did miss the sign so we found it on the way back. It just added to our adventure! The place was very clean and and the heat was on and waiting for us! The view from the porch is to die for, the sound of the gentle flowing river was perfect for our girls getaway. We had hoped for WiFi since there’s zero cell signal, just to check in with our kids back home. That’s the only thing I might suggest. The break from phones ringing was welcome though. We had a great time, went hiking at Little Devils Stairs and highly recommend! I will be renting this place again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandi C.

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

Nice little getaway

Property was very clean, warm and welcoming. Beds were comfortable, and kitchen well stocked. Owner was very responsive. The location on the river was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Keith & Stephanie Nauman

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My wife Stephanie and I have been married for 21 years and have 3 wonderful children. We were born and raised here in the Shenandoah Valley and have raised our family. We love our beautiful mountains, and small hometown community!!

Why they chose this property

This property has the best of both river and the mountains!! I can't think of anywhere else to spend a relaxing getaway!!

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