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Luxury Mountain Lodge: Hot Tub and Incredible Mountain Views

Family-friendly chalet in Montebello with a hot tub

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Outdoor spa tub
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14343.7 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Vesuvius, VA
  • Place, Crabtree Falls
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, 12 Ridges Vineyard
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Rockbridge Vineyard
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Green Guest Room

1 Queen Bed

Kid's Adventure Bunk Room

4 Single Bunk Beds

The Loft Lounge

1 Double Futon

The Loft Suite

1 King Bed

The Master Suite

1 King Bed and 1 Child Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Luxury Mountain Lodge: Hot Tub and Incredible Mountain Views

Welcome to Harvest Moon Lodge & Retreat, where adventure and serenity meet. Nestled high on 9.2 acres in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this one-of-a-kind getaway offers breathtaking panoramic views and a perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and entertainment. Whether you’re unwinding on one of the two massive wraparound porches, soaking in the seven-person hot tub, or gathering around the fire pit under a star-filled sky, your mountain retreat awaits.

The Lodge & Property:

Main Level – Where Comfort Meets Breathtaking Views

Step into an open-concept great room, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame the stunning mountain landscape. Gather around the stone gas fireplace, cook meals together in the fully equipped kitchen, and enjoy family-style dining at the table—all while surrounded by nature’s beauty.

- Fully socked chef's kitchen with dining room to seat 10-12
- Living area with fireplace and spacious seating
- Master Suite: King bed with deluxe memory foam mattress, en-suite bathroom with jacuzzi tub/shower
- Additional Full Bathroom: Second jacuzzi tub/shower for ultimate relaxation
- Wraparound Porch: Gas fire pit, Adirondack chairs, and outdoor dining—perfect for morning coffee or sunset wine

Top Floor – The Loft With a View

One of the most magical spots in the house, The Loft is a cozy sanctuary that offers jaw-dropping views through the top A-frame windows.

- Sitting Area: Curl up with a book, sip coffee, or unwind as the sun sets
- Queen Memory Foam Sleeper Sofa: Perfect for extra guests
- Private King Bedroom: Spacious room with mountain views and an en-suite half bath
- Desk space for the remote workers

Lower Level – The Ultimate Entertainment Space

Head downstairs and step into a vintage speakeasy-inspired game room, designed for fun, relaxation, and socializing.

- 70” Samsung TV & Cozy Lounge
- Custom Pool Table & Air Hockey
- 13-ft Mahogany Wet Bar with mini fridge
- Wood-Burning Stove & Stone Fireplace
- Queen Bedroom with TV
- Kids’ Bunk Room (4 twin beds) with TV
- Kid's toys
- Two high top bar tables
- Two counter height bar tables
- Full Bathroom
- Expansive Porch with Panoramic Views: 7 person luxury Hot tub, grill, string lights, and outdoor seating

Your Private 9.2-Acre Paradise
Step outside and discover your own private park with endless possibilities:

- Picnic under the trees
- Gather around the fire pits under the stars
- Stroll along scenic mountain paths
- Relax in a hammock with panoramic views

From cozy nights by the fire to outdoor adventures, Harvest Moon Lodge & Retreat is your perfect Blue Ridge escape.

And also remember, you're in the mountains! You may see a few bugs and creatures who call the Blue Ridge home! It's par for the course!

Being nestled in the mountains can sometimes mean the occasional power outage. There are flashlights and lanterns provided and the gas fireplace still works during and outage. Outages are usually very brief and remedied quickly.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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 less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property # 2302053vb

About the area

Montebello

Located in Montebello, this chalet is in a rural area and in the mountains. George Washington National Forest and Crabtree Falls reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Wildlife Center of Virginia and Stonewall Jackson Grave. Travelling with kids? Consider Boxerwood Gardens and Staunton Railroad Station. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Vesuvius, VA

What's nearby

  • Crabtree Falls - 6 min drive - 8.1 km
  • 12 Ridges Vineyard - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Rockbridge Vineyard - 14 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Reids Gap Trailhead - 21 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Wintergreen Resort - 25 min drive - 32.6 km

Getting around

  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gerties Country Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Osceola Mill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Gertie’s - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Osceola Mill Dining & Lodging - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Foschini Meat Processing - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Mountain Lodge: Hot Tub and Incredible Mountain Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Luxury Mountain Lodge: Hot Tub and Incredible Mountain Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Mountain Lodge: Hot Tub and Incredible Mountain Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Mountain Lodge: Hot Tub and Incredible Mountain Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Mountain Lodge: Hot Tub and Incredible Mountain Views located?

This family-friendly Montebello chalet is located in the mountains, steps from George Washington National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Crabtree Falls and 12 Ridges Vineyard. Rockbridge Vineyard is 10 mi (16.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Galeeb M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place and amazing host.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eve K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property and excellent customer service from the owner. You may want to write down the entrance information as our WiFi n data did not function as we neared the property. The WiFi code provided by the owner once we entered did work. Highly recommend this property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maritza R.

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

Wonderful Home

Loved the views and home. Multi-level and plenty of activities and rooms to enjoy for a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

Recent stay

This place absolutely lives up to its descriptions. Unbeatable views. Also the game room is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eve K.

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

Great

Superb experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn K.

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

Absolute Mountain Retreat

We’ve stayed in over a dozen rentals in the area throughout the last few years and this property was without a doubt one of our favorites. Very clean, has everything you could need and more. Waking up every morning and walking out into the living room to the most beautiful and unreal views of the blue ridge mountains was the highlight of the trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

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

Winter getaway

We had a wonderful time at the Harvest Moon. Good location for a mountain getaway. The house is decorated nicely and is cozy. Basement is a plus with the pool table, air hockey and hot tub. The owners were easy to reach and answered all my questions in a timely manner. I hope to go again one day!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

heather s.

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

New Year's family getaway

We had a wonderful time enjoying our family without cellphones and while taking in the beautiful views! The house was great and Lauren was very responsive to our questions. The game room was the perfect place to ring in the New Year!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maryanne H.

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

Harvest Moon Holiday

Our 2nd trip to Harvest Moon did not disappoint. This is a wonderful home for families to relax and stop the world for a short time. Lauren is a great host and has a beautiful home that is well main tained. The beds are super comfy and the downstairs area perfect for all ages. Kids loved the hot tub and toys! Look forward to returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra E.

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

Awesome Family Get together

Beautiful Mountains. Awesome Place, Lots of Entertainment, Immaculate, Wonderful Host, Easy Check in Check out, Large Areas, lots of Bedrooms and places to entertain, Beautiful outdoors. Hammock, Firepit, Hot tub and just spectacular in every way. Large Kitchen and Dining indoor and out. Loved every minute of it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce T.

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

H

Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We rented Lauren & JC’s home for my 40th birthday weekend with our dog and kids the first night, then 8 friends joined the second night. The house was beautiful and well-decorated with a gorgeous view, but the experience was marred by how a major issue was handled.Before arrival, VRBO messages to Lauren went unanswered until I called—she said the VRBO messaging wasn’t working, so we switched to texting. I still had to follow up multiple times. A couple hours before check-in, we were told there was a water pressure problem (well water) being fixed. When we arrived, workers were there for 2 hours but couldn’t resolve it; we had little to no water for nearly 24 hours—no cooking, no showers. The owner initially promised a first-night refund.After checkout, she refused to refund, citing: no pet deposit was paid and no update in the agreement noting our dog). I provided screenshots of our text exchange and Venmo payment to show proof I did). Extra guests (my oversight—should have been 140 more because though the house sleeps 14, over 8 guests require 35 fee per person), and neighbors noise complaints (we were on the decks past the 9:30 PM quiet hours; had Lauren texted me I would have moved my guests inside). Saying she used my refund to pay her neighbors for noise.While I accept my guest count error and would have paid the extra, I don’t believe that justifies zero refund for the water outage. Future guests: the home is lovely, but I hope you don’t face a major problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a lovely time at Harvest Moon Lodge! It was such an amazing retreat with a beautiful view and so many local hikes. I wish we didn’t pack so many toys and things for the kids because they had everything you would need except a high chair and baby gates! If you’re bringing babies or little toddlers they have two pack and plays with a huge master walk in closet for one baby and the kids adventure room was perfect for the other. The lowest level has the game room, green queen bedroom, and across the hall a full bathroom (shower) and kids bunk room. Main level has the master suite with attached bathroom. Across the hall is the hallway bathroom with the second jacuzzi tub and shower. The loft king room upstairs has a half bath attached but is pretty open to the main living area except a little divider. Just something to note if you’re looking for more privacy in your group! The views were absolutely stunning and we saw deer every morning and evening in the front yard! This property has everything you need for a family getaway and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly E.

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

Just as pictured!

Great location, tons of amenities and wonderful hosts. The beds were heavenly, the view was phenomenal as was stargazing from the top deck. We visited Gerties and loved the pork sandwiches but nothing disappointed. The homemade jams are worth every penny- we took home 3 jars! The Montebello Country store was cute. They were out of trout and most groceries so was not worth our visit there. Definitely grocery shop before heading up the mountain and be prepared for a relaxing visit without any phone service.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

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

A Christmas reunion!

This property was everything it was advertised as, and more! Spectacularly clean, well laid out for our 3 families and so much more! The kids had a blast with the air hockey, pool table, and ping pong. The oldest grandchild (10) even set up tournaments for each area. The hot tub was a hit with the older grandkids and we even enjoyed both of the firepits. There were beautiful Christmas decorations throughout the house and the surrounding 9 acres helped us walk off the many holiday meals we had. The sleeping arrangements worked out so well with adults on each of the 3 levels and kids in the bunk room. The kitchen is well stocked and we were able to prepare all our holiday meals. We hope to return in warmer weather when we can take in some of the local sights. We were able to enjoy our first Christmas together in 8 years, thanks to military service and many miles between us. The property is conveniently located about 3.5 hours outside of Washington, DC. I can't say enough about the hosts. Lauren was extremely responsive to all my questions. They obviously take great pride in the Harvest Moon Lodge and it shows!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Walker R., Richmond, USA

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

The best fall getaway cabin

Some of my friends and I stayed here for the week and it was amazing. The Harvest moon lodge is an incredible house with modern cabin aesthetic but still retains that cozy warm feeling everyone wants in a cabin getaway. You can enjoy the stunning views of the mountains sitting in front of the fire pit or while relaxing the hot tub. When the sun sets, you can enjoy the company of friends and family in the "Speakeasy" style bar basement, complete with a pool table and large TV with many movies. When it's time to retire for the night, enjoy the cool nights in any of the numerous comfortable beds throughout the house, but be sure to wake up early to watch the spectacular sunrise over the mountains. The only bad time my group had was leaving... We truly enjoyed every second of our time at the Harvest moon lodge, we absolutely recommend visiting. Shoutout to Lauren and JC who gave us constant support in answering our questions throughout our trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Armel Jane D.

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

Beautiful beyond be-leaf!!! 🌿 #aperfectplacetogetaway!

Everything about this place was amazing! It's beautiful down to the last details. ✔Breathtaking views, the cabin is gorgeous! ✔Rooms are clean, spacious & comfortable. ✔The interior design was very cozy. ✔The house is fully equipped. ✔The game room is the best! ✔The backyard is very relaxing. ✔The balcony/deck was our favorite spot! ✔The hot tub was perfect day & night. ✔ The property owner was very communicative ✔This home is perfect for both relaxation & activities. (kids & adults) Lauren & Jc did a great job on well maintaining this paradise. We absolutely enjoyed our stay and we could say, it's one of the best cabins that we ever rented. We will definetly come back to this paradise! ❤ * a gentle feedback & a little suggestion; ✔it would be nice to add some swing for kids or a backyard playgound in the future. ✔it would be nice if the Firewood for bonfire night is already provided. ✔bunk beds for the kids was way to small, the room itself was small for kids, this could be better if it's more spacious (this is the only small room in the house)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tara H.

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

Mountain Escape

From the moment you arrive the home is impressive at the top of the hill. The furnishings were beautiful, the home was spacious, clean and one of our favorite places we have stayed. We had 11 people with 4 children and they everyone had their own space. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a quiet mountain getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Lauren

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JC and I both hail from the cruise ship/ travel and tourism industry- JC as a Director of Photography (videography) for major cruise lines, brands and destinations, and myself, from a marketing, business development and creative role for a company based in all of the most exotic ports of call. We have spent our entire careers focused on travel, creating long lasting memories for guests, and cultivating and perfecting the vacation experience. We met in Africa on a video shoot in Namibia, fell in love on another video shoot in Tanzania and have traveled the world over. When Covid hit, it brought our industry to it's knees and took away one of our driving passions- travel.

Well into quarantine, we decided to take our family (Sofia, 18, Aiden, 5 and Emma, 2) on a trip to the mountains from our home in Richmond and simply fell in love with the Blue Ridge and the surrounding area. We realized that we didn't have to travel far to find absolute beauty and serenity and the perfect place to disconnect from our busy lives, and reconnect with the things we loved- nature, exploration, adventure, relaxation, wine/beer/good food, and of course, each other. We then set out to find a location where we could bring that same experience to others, namely you! We finally discovered the perfect place in a little slice of heaven in Montebello, Virginia.

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