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South River Guest House

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior detail
sunset over the farm
Golf
Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Stanardsville, VA
  • Place, Stanardsville Town Office
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Swift Run Gap Entrance Shenandoah
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Shenandoah National Park
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

South River Guest House

SOUTH RIVER GUEST HOUSE
The perfect place for a medium to large family getaway!

South River Guest House is located in the South River Valley of the Blue Ridge Mountains, just minutes from Charlottesville and Harrisonburg, VA. The entire Guest House has been freshly renovated, refurnished and expanded while maintaining its original country charm.
South River Guest House has a full width front porch with bench swing and rocking chairs looking out over the pasture to the South River to compliment incredible mountain views from nearly every window.
This property features four bedrooms and four baths:
• First floor bedroom with ensuite; king bed
• Second floor south-side bedroom with ensuite: queen bed
• Second floor north-side bedroom with ensuite: queen bed
• Second floor north-side bedroom: 2 twin beds
We have expanded the family room to include the large kitchen and a formal dining room!
• Kitchen features a breakfast bar island & granite counters, gas stove, microwave, toaster oven, Keurig, dishwasher, & French door refrigerator over freezer drawer
• Formal dining room next to Great Room; seats eight; outstanding view of the mountains
• Great Room contains couch, love seat, arm chair, sitting area near window, 60" flat screen Dish TV - online streaming services available
The Guest House also features:
• Side by side washer/dryer units in utility room off of the kitchen
• Free Wi-Fi access, contact hosts for password
• Plenty of towels, bed sheets, soap, and toilet paper
• Safety equipment including a fire extinguisher, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and a first aid kit

South River Guest House is attached to the owners' main house but is separated by a locked connecting hallway. It is a complete home unto itself with its own entrances. We totally respect your privacy but will always be available for your questions or conversation about things to do in the area.
Whether you are coming to get away from it all and unplug, connect with old friends, enjoy a much needed family vacation or a romantic getaway, South River Guest House has what you are looking for - and more!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

No pets allowed
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Stanardsville

Located in Stanardsville, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Green Hills Golf Course and Early Mountain Vineyards 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. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks.
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Stanardsville, VA

What's nearby

  • Stanardsville Town Office - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Swift Run Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 17 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Early Mountain Vineyards - 18 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Shenandoah National Park - 22 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Massanutten Water Park - 36 min drive - 36.2 km

Getting around

  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sal's Pizzeria & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bearrr Appetit - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Family Mexican Restaurant & Latino Store - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Maybelle’s On Main - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hood Store - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is South River Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at South River Guest House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at South River Guest House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is South River Guest House located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Greene County Library and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Stanardsville Town Office. Green Hills Golf Course and Rapidan River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 52 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

barbara K.

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

Wonderful mountain views at and comfortable home

We enjoyed a family gathering for 2 nights. Everyone enjoyed the front porch, large dining table, cozy beds, and the walk down the long driveway with beautiful mountain views. We hope to be able to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Perfect home base for exploring Shenandoah National Park

Really enjoyed staying here with friends to hike in Shenandoah and hunker down for NFL playoffs at night. This farm house has character, comfort, amenities, and is located in a beautiful environment. I look forward to coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

JOESPH P.

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

Nice

Nice stay overall! Couple of minor issues but overall nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in for a friend's wedding and this place was a perfect place to stay. The property is beautiful and just a short drive to Shenandoah National Park were we did some awesome hikes. The house had everything we needed. Rooms were nice and big, bathrooms were very nice, and great kitchen. Had breakfast each morning in the dining room with a large window looking out over the beautiful scenery! Found some nice restaurants nearby as well. Highly recommend this place!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betsy J., Dover, Delaware

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

Beautiful weekend!

This was our third visit to South River Farm, it’s one of our favorite destinations for a family getaway! The space is clean, comfortable and nicely appointed. The farm is beautiful and provides a peaceful backdrop. We will definitely be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brianna M.

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

Adorable farmhouse stay

The location and views of this farmhouse were incredible. We stayed here for a wedding at early mountain vineyard which was a short 15 minute ride down the road. Everything was as listed and had everything we needed for our short weekend. The owners also left a dozen eggs from their farm in the fridge for our arrival which was a thoughtful touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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

Beautiful getaway spot!

We came in for a few days for Dave Matthews Band in Charlottesville and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house was perfect and exactly as described! Thank you for your hospitality. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is was perfect for our stay, close enough to Charlottesville but country vibes. Our little ones enjoyed playing outdoors and we all loved the scenery! Comfortable beds and lots of bathrooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

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

Beautiful Farm Retreat

We rented the guest house for a long weekend exploring the National Park and surrounding areas. The farm was bucolic, and the views from this home are gorgeous. The host communicated nicely throughout our stay. Great stay!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abramam S.

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

Farm

Love if there we’ve stayed many times
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Charming, cozy and peaceful.

We loved staying here while in town with family for a wedding. The home was set on a beautiful farm with lovely landscaping and views. We enjoyed the big dining room which featured a huge window overlooking the property. We appreciated the comfortable, clean linens on the beds well as ample, fresh towels. There was plenty of space to spread out an hang with our family. It is an old home which has its quirkiness but also lots of charm. Thanks for the hospitality. We may be back when we return to Virginia.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

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

Vacation stay

We stayed here on the last leg of our vacation and we loved it. The house was very peaceful and welcoming and we loved our visit with Ollie. If we are back in the area, we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house is beautiful and comfortable, but it's the view that can't be beat!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M.

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

Perfect stay

The house far exceeded our expectations
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb W.

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

South River House

The house was perfect, clean, bright just right for our 5 day get away with friends! We all loved Ollie the dig so cute. Couldn’t be more perfect Thank you Judy an Cliff
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelly S.

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

Virginia Get Away

We enjoyed the peace and beauty of the property. This was our second visit and we hope to visit again. The house has farm house charm with updated kitchen appliances and bathrooms. The view from the front porch is beautiful! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin B.

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

Fantastic!

This property is adorable, cozy, and comfortable. We stayed for the weekend to celebrate a friend's wedding at Lydia Mountain Lodge, which was a quick 15 min trip. Judy was very accommodating and easy to communicate with, and we really enjoyed our stay. I would 100% recommend this property to others and I hope to be able to visit again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wanda L.

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

Werkend getaway

Had a great.time house was great. And owner did an amazing job, if we had questions about the area. Had no problems at the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L., Virginia Beach

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

Awesome Girls Trip!

This is an AMAZING property! The house is beautiful and very well stocked! The beds were so comfortable and we all raved about them! Getting up in the morning, we enjoyed having coffee on the porch and listing to the cows speak to each other. This is a very special piece of property and to have all of the bedrooms and bathrooms were amazing! We had such a wonderful time and look forward to staying again in the future!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H., Bethesda, MD

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

great house; great views

Loved our time at the House!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen P.

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

Relaxing on a farm

Beautiful house…very cozy and comfortable! Nice amenities! Great space for 5 adults on a wine weekend! Loved waking up to the cows mooing and coffee on the porch! Would stay her again for sure!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig A.

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

Wonderful relaxation vibe in the mountains

Beautiful setting along with spacious accommodations Cattle greet you at the fence in morning. Picturesque. Would recommend to friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aggie I.

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

Perfect Place to Stay

Can’t say enough. It was exactly as described and then some. Beautiful property, amazing views. The space was perfect for three adult couples. We had the best time and enjoyed all the different areas to socialize. We loved the large table overlooking the mountains, the front porch views, and the back patio too. Bedrooms were spacious and beds extremely comfortable. We will be back and share this place with others too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

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

Breathtaking

Judy was a fabulous host and the guest house is fantastic. She has thought of everything one might need. Their property is beautiful to walk and enjoy and their dog Ollie is great. If you want a perfect place to stay with friends or family in Shenandoah, this is it
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Spacious, charming home in bucolic setting

8 adults enjoyed this beautiful, comfortable home for a wedding weekend at a nearby winery. The home exceeded our expectations with spacious living area, comfortable beds, plush towels and magnificent views. We all commented on how relaxed the peaceful farm setting made us feel and watching the sunset over the spectacular blue ridge mountains from the porch was an unexpected treat. The host was responsive and gracious, providing delicious fresh eggs and banana chip bread. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Judy Braun

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