Cabin

Stunning Shenandoah Riverside Retreat

Waterfront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8213.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Maurertown, VA
  • Place, Shenandoah County Fairgrounds
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Front Royal Entrance Shenandoah National Park
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Skyline Caverns
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2nd Floor Bedroom (2)

2 Double Beds

Basement Bedroom (4)

2 Single Bunk Beds

First Floor Bedroom (1)

1 Queen Bed

Second Floor Bedroom (3)

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Basement

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Main Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stunning Shenandoah Riverside Retreat

Right on the Shenandoah River, this home has a gorgeous log interior with beamed ceilings and two covered porches with stunning river and mountain views. The home offers privacy and is located in a serene and secluded area, between Strasburg and Woodstock but also close to many restaurants, activities, and other points of interest.

The original log interior makes for a cozy getaway feel. The home has an open floor plan with spacious living room, kitchen, dining area, and a propane stone fireplace.
Some of the highlights of this home:
* Beautiful log cabin with vaulted ceilings, log beams and walls, stone fireplace.
* 4 Bedrooms (one open area in the basement with 2 bunk beds), 2.5 bathrooms, 2 pack and plays.
* Walk out basement leading directly to yard and river. Basement includes full bath for easy cleaning after a day at the river.
* Indoor and outdoor dining space (picnic table in the yard and outdoor table on side patio)
* Propane and charcoal grills available.
* Two covered porches with STUNNING VIEWS.
* Amazing setting! A spacious, flat 1.61 acres leading straight to the river with firepit.
* Roku, WIFI, DVDs, and records.
* Quality linens and comfortable mattresses for a good nights sleep.
* Kitchen stocked with all the essentials.
* Tubes, life jackets, a flat bottom boat, and fishing poles provided for your enjoyment.
* First floor is FULLY handicap accessible.
* Upon booking, you will receive house guidelines and local recommendations. We are here to help!
*Enjoy tubing in the summer, lounging in the winter, and fishing year round!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Well behaved with vaccines and flea treatment
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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
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Maurertown

Located in Maurertown, this cabin is on the waterfront. North Mountain Vineyard and Winery and Shenandoah Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Seven Bends State Park and Shenandoah River. Natural Art Garden Center and Shenandoah County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Water tubing, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Maurertown, VA

What's nearby

  • Shenandoah River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Shenandoah County Fairgrounds - 20 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Front Royal Entrance Shenandoah National Park - 42 min drive - 46.5 km
  • Skyline Caverns - 43 min drive - 48.0 km
  • Shenandoah River State Park - 54 min drive - 60.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Queen Street Diner - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Shenandoah Riverside Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Stunning Shenandoah Riverside Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Shenandoah Riverside Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Shenandoah Riverside Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Shenandoah River and within 6 mi (10 km) of George Washington National Forest and Natural Art Garden Center. Shenandoah County Park and North Mountain Vineyard and Winery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a really great time at this property. It was just what we needed and was a wonderful stay. The location is great and it’s right by the river with full access.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time! Beautiful cabin and location. Just as described. We would definitely come back and recommend to others. A must do is tubing on the crystal clear river. Thanks for sharing this beauty with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice older cabin on North Shenandoah River. Good response from host when we found a few issues. Fairly good fishing in one spot. Nice property. Recommended for folks with dogs. They have room to run and the river is mostly shallow for them to play in the water. Has everything you need to relax and enjoy being by the river.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katheryn A.

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

Great cabin on the river

We loved the remote location. It was a few hours into DC but still doable for a day trip. The hosts were readily available when there was a flash flood in a neighboring town. Well stocked cabin with lots of river equipment.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse N.

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

Amazing house on the Shenandoah River

We were delayed one day due to the river flooding the low water bridge into the neighborhood but the hosts were great about giving info and keeping us updated throughout. Once we were able to access the property the wait for well worth it, Wow, what a cool house right on the river! There were no amenities that weren't at the house, the Shaffer's are a great host and have a beautiful house in a picturesque location. We cannot thank you enough for a great stay, despite mother nature not playing along! Definitely recommend this house if you're looking for great hosts and a great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

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

Adventure Racing

Great place to relax after a 24-hour adventure race
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

johnelle b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property of this cabin is absolutely beautiful. We loved the park like setting, huge grass covered back yard, and access to the crystal clear babbling waters of the North Fork Shenandoah. This is a superb location to kick back and relax. We enjoyed kayaking down the river from the low water bridge and wading in the water while fishing. Our dog enjoyed hanging out in the back yard and taking nice walks by the river and down the quiet road. We had bonfires in the firepit most nights and marveled at the star filled skies. The kitchen was well appointed and had everything we needed for prepping meals.The owners were very responsive to any questions. At one point I reached out to the owner because the split firewood was mostly gone. There were some whole logs but we could find and Axe/Maul to split it. The very next day not only was a maul delivered but a whole load of split firewood. Thank you!We have one family member that uses a power wheelchair. The accessibility is quite good with a ramp to the back entrance and ramps to both of the porches. The bathroom was however VERY tight trying to access with the power chair. I comment on this only so people are aware. It is accessible but not ADA compliant. The end of the ramp to the side door access has experienced a little washout from heavy rains but we had a short portable ramp with us to solve the transition. We figured it out but it's just something to be aware of.Overall, a great stay, lovely area, beautiful grounds!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnni W.

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

Great Cabin

This is a beautiful cabin. It is well stocked with everything you need to have a stress free stay. It is very clean. We loved our time. We took our fur babies, which is wonderful that this host allows. The back porch is opened, but is gated in at the bottom so our dogs could enjoy the outside and not have to be leashed. My husband enjoyed fishing, had to walk the river to find good fishing holes, and caught a nice one. I could go on and on, you just have try this cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody L., Smithfield Va

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

Amazing cabin! Amazing River!

Rambling older cabin (in a good way!!) that was just so much fun. comfortable, homey, with absolutely everything we needed-seriously this home included more amenities than any other VRBO we've stayed in. Ample towels, ample toilet paper, ample detergent... tubes, inflator, blankets, firewood.. just wonderful. We put in a grocery order at the walmart in Woodstock and picked it up on our way in. We didn't need to leave again. The owner is very caring and easy to communicate with, the neighborhood is lovely, the river is AMAZING. We travel with VRBO several times a year and this home is right at the top.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Steve C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

Had weekend getaway with group of friends & family. Has plenty of space and beds for everyone. Outside area was large and plenty of space to play outside. Everything was fine, however we could not find towels until we looked around to the basement laundry room and it was in side the dryer. Fridge was filled with things from previous guests. Could not find trash bags.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cabin, had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was greatBut what we loved the best was how quiet it was a really nice getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

Great location Great time

Totally comfortable the cabin was great. The lawn and access to the river was perfect. Wonderful time for the whole family. Would highly recommend to anyone, and would definitely stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

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

Beautiful Location & Home

Our family of 7 had a great 4 night stay here. The location is so nice with mountain views. The river was great, my husband caught his 1st fish fly-fishing. The house is set up nicely and comfortably. Plenty of beds & 3 bathrooms. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis D.

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

Shenandoah Dream

Utterly amazing experience. #1 it was very clean #2 fully stocked with every necessity # 3 the most responsive hosts ever. As promised it was barrier free and made the wheelchair bound guest relax and enjoy being on the river. You can book this property with complete peace-of-mind. Highest recommendation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn D.

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

Awesome time on the Rivah

We had an amazing time. If you stay here, make sure you visit the Shaffer's BBQ joint about twenty mins away, you won't regret it. Awesome place, awesome people.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

R&R with family

Plenty of room for everybody. Enjoyed the fire pit and chairs. Peaceful and quiet. Easy river access and nice view.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jodie M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

The river was a big hit with the family! Relaxing spot. The experience could of been elevated with a few small updates. Over all a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

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

Fantastic Family Getaway

We enjoyed a 3 night stay at this wonderful cabin. The home was the perfect size for the ten of us plus 2 pups. We loved everything about this home. We hope to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phillip H.

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

Great place!

Comfy home. Enjoyed our stay. My dog had a great time as well. Caught 13 fish in 1//2 day 2 bluegill and 10 smallmouth.. lots of rooms for our geounp of 7+
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

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

Family vacation 2022

Family vacation with 9 people ages 73 to 5. We all had a great time with plenty of space and entertainment for everyone. The owners were great and quick to respond.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Becky

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice setting. Needs a bit of updating.

The setting of this home has an attractive, spacious backyard down to the river, which is a great place for kids to play and families to gather. It is quiet and rural. Deer, bunnies and birds abound. The decor and furnishings inside seem tired and worn rather than quaint. Stained carpeting. Broken chairs on porches and fire pit area. We’ve stayed in a lot of VRBO homes. For the price, we were expecting something nicer.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy R.

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

Great Place to Relax and Play

Everything about this cabin and the property was perfect. I took a group of teachers on a well-deserved weekend getaway and training retreat, and they got the relaxation they needed. The cabin was exactly as promised and the property was even better than I had expected. I didn't realize when I booked it that we were only steps away from the river's edge and it made it all the more enjoyable. Sitting on the back porch, listening to the sound of the river flow by was just was we needed to set the tone for what turned out to be an exceptional weekend. Thanks for this property. I hope we can stay here again sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa L.

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

Beautiful Cabin! Amazing weekend.

The cabin was absolutely amazing. We had a great time with family and friends. Everything we needed was there. The first cabin we ever been to that even had extra toiletries. The rooms were all comfortable. We had an amazing time at the river and at the fire pit. Would love to come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

MC L.

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

Great family getaway!

Charming river cabin with all amenities available made for no-stress packing and functionality during our stay. Would encourage bringing box fans for anyone in the upstairs rooms (which we brought) to help circulate the air from the A/C unit. Love that the cabin is pet friendly (with no ill effects/signs from being so) - our dogs had a blast. Enjoyed a great float on the house-provided tubes from the low water bridge to the cabin (2min car ride, 1.5hr float). Great space for all 5 of us plus 2 dogs snd 2 visitors for 2 nights. Our 3 teenagers claimed the basement beds and it was perfect! House Wi fi worked great. Cell service not so great, for some users, but others didn’t have issues. Wed come back. Had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by JULIE SHAFFER

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I live in Winchester, VA with my husband and three children. We bought a river cabin to make family memories but aren't able to use it every weekend. We'd love to share this great home with you and will help with your travels plans however we can. Please let me know if you have any questions!

Why they chose this property

You will love this cozy cabin with river and mountain views. My happy place is on the swing that is on the porch directly facing the river. My children love splashing in the river, which isn't too deep by us. We enjoy cookouts and campfires outdoors, tubing down the river, or really just snuggling up inside and getting away from it all. Let your kids and dogs run around in the large yard so you can sit back and relax!

What makes this property unique

Guests have access to the entire house and 1.6 acre yard. There is river access, and the first floor of the house is fully handicap accessible.

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English

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