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River Woods Retreat:10min to River, L2 EV, Hikes, 2 Fireplaces, Hottub, SP 10mi

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View of the cabin from the kitchen
Outdoor dining
Outdoor spa tub
Luxurious master bathroom with a fireplace in operation from October until April
A spacious living area with a pool table, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen with a bar, and a large window providing natural light.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top rated for families.
  • Cue up the fun
    One of the few properties with an on-site pool table.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Electric vehicle charging point

Explore the area

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Bentonville, VA
  • Place, Shenandoah River
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Hazard Mill Recreation Area
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Shenandoah River State Park
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

River Woods Retreat:10min to River, L2 EV, Hikes, 2 Fireplaces, Hottub, SP 10mi

We have a new game room as of March 2026 featuring a TV/couches, 8 Foot Brunswick Slate Billiard Table, Wet Bar Area, Desk, bathroom/shower and Small Table for Board Games) with easy access to the hot tub and our outdoor views.

There are two fire places. One fireplace is in the main living area and the other fire place is in the first floor master bedroom. The fireplace in the master bedroom is shared with the private master bathroom.

The master bedroom has a TV, fireplace and it's own private bathroom. The private bathroom shares the fireplace with the master, has dual sinks, a bath tub and a shower

The upstairs features a full bath, two bedrooms, each with a queen bed. There is 'also a bonus loft which has a futon overlooking the downstairs areas.

******EV Charger****

We have a ChargePoint Home Flex Level 2 (40 A) for EVs. It has the SAE J1772 (non-Tesla) connection.

*******Hot Tub*******
We have a 460 gallon Jacuzzi Brand Hot Tub. It's 91 x 91 x 38 inches, waterfall, 4 Stage filtration system, Dedicated Circulation pump, UV-C ray filtration. Most low end rental hot tubs will be 76 inches x 66 inches and 32 inches deep. They will not have a dedicated circulation pump, UV-C ray filtration and if you are lucky a single stage filtration system.


**********FAQ**********
Do we need a 4x4?
The roads are paved entirely except for our quarter mile driveway and the last half mile of state roads. My 2007 Ford Focus has no problem with these roads.

However, during a major snow storm (6 plus inches), AWD is helpful.

Can I access the river through the HOA access point?
Yes, the HOA access point is about a five to ten minute walk from the cabin. Additionally, there is the Bentonville Boat Ramp three miles up river. You can float from the Bentonville Ramp to our access point. However, you would need to provide your own water equipment (tubes, kayaks, life jackets). Our access point isn't well marked so remember to tie a bandanna at the exit point so you know where to get off!


Can we have an early check-in/late check-out?
Early check-in possible if the night before is vacant. We can confirm 5PM the day before check-in.

Check out is at 11. No late check-out (cleaners need five hours to clean the home to get it ready for a 4PM check-in)

What types of beds do you have?
We have one king bed, two queen beds and a futon. The futon is on the upstairs loft and doesn't have much privacy. Probably best for a young child.

What do we need to bring to cook?
We have a fully stocked kitchen with plenty of utensils, cups, pots, plates, silverware, glasses and dishware.

Can we bring extra guests (beyond 6)?
Our limit is strictly set by the HoA, County and State. These entities also test us by asking us to increase our limit and see if we'll violate these rules.

Do I need to bring firewood?
Yes, you do need to bring your own firewood for the OUTDOOR fire pit. The fireplaces inside are gas and do not require firewood. Note that there are burn bans in Virginia from February 15th each year through April 30th. We ask that you respect those to protect our National Forest when they are in place(grill and fireplace use still permitted during burn bans).

Other things to note
- Internet: Starlink 50–100 Mbps


**WATER**
The property uses both a well and a septic system. We enjoy drinking fresh water out of the well and we have a state of the art well filtration system that's serviced and tested by Culligan on a quarterly basis. Culligan if you haven't had it before tastes amazing!

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No outdoor fires, fire pit use or open flames during any local/state burn ban. Annual VA burn ban 2/15 to 4/30 before 4 pm and other announced periods
You must follow check-in (11AM) and check-out times (4PM). We are a whole house rental and we need all five hours to get our place ready.
We have a private 5.8 acre lot. We ask that you follow all federal, state and local laws to prevent complaints that will shut our property down.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2868182vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Bentonville

Located in Bentonville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at George Washington National Forest and Shenandoah National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Blue Ridge Arts Council and Gallery and Secret Passage Ranch. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby water tubing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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Bentonville, VA

What's nearby

  • Shenandoah River - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Hazard Mill Recreation Area - 11 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Shenandoah River State Park - 12 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Skyline Caverns - 17 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Front Royal Entrance Shenandoah National Park - 20 min drive - 23.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Lil Barnyard Diner - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Redneck Watering Hole - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Rachel's Den - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Rebel's Roost - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Green's Golden Horseshoe Cafe and Catering - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Woods Retreat:10min to River, L2 EV, Hikes, 2 Fireplaces, Hottub, SP 10mi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at River Woods Retreat:10min to River, L2 EV, Hikes, 2 Fireplaces, Hottub, SP 10mi?

As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Woods Retreat:10min to River, L2 EV, Hikes, 2 Fireplaces, Hottub, SP 10mi on 23 June 2026 start from NZ$717, 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 River Woods Retreat:10min to River, L2 EV, Hikes, 2 Fireplaces, Hottub, SP 10mi?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River Woods Retreat:10min to River, L2 EV, Hikes, 2 Fireplaces, Hottub, SP 10mi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Woods Retreat:10min to River, L2 EV, Hikes, 2 Fireplaces, Hottub, SP 10mi?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River Woods Retreat:10min to River, L2 EV, Hikes, 2 Fireplaces, Hottub, SP 10mi located?

This family-friendly Bentonville holiday home is located on a river, just steps away from George Washington National Forest and Shenandoah River. Ox Bow Lake and Hazard Mill Recreation Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Joanne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2026
Glad to hear it, thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home in quiet, rustic setting. Very relaxing stay. Great communication with owner.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2026
Yay! Thank you, very glad to hear it
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mimi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect retreat for a getaway. Extremely comfortable and has all the amenities you could want. We had a great time chatting by the outside fire. Also enjoyed a vineyard and front royal main st, both just a short drive!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2026
Thank you and glad to hear that you enjoyed the firepit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great, we loved the place. Mark was an excellent host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 November 2025
Thank you, glad to hear you all enjoyed everything!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home. Amazing rental for fall trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 November 2025
Thank you, so glad to hear this!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean, nice cabin vibe, everything we needed for a Thanksgiving dinner. Special shout-out for the 7 wine bottle openers they had
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 December 2025
Glad you enjoyed everything. We might have issues finding wine bottle openers when drinking wine and hence buying more. Wow, 7, haha almost slightly embarrassing!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Very relaxing and enjoyable. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 October 2025
Glad to hear it, thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

melanie s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
an absolutely breathtaking property! so secluded but somehow still not too far back to town. such prompt responses from caring owners! highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 December 2025
Those are such lovely pictures, thanks for sharing!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

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

Wonderful stay!

We had a wonderful stay! the house is beautiful and clean; the whole family enjoyed our fall weekend getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 October 2022
Thank you!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was amazing! Mark was a really great host! Very thoughtful with instructions for things and prompt!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 October 2025
Great, thank you Taylor for that review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wednesday A.

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

Beautiful cabin

A beautiful cabin far from the hustle and bustle. Great place to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2025
Thank you, glad you enjoyed everything!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louis G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The entire house was very appealing. We didn’t even leave the area. We took walks and enjoyed the surroundings. We also enjoyed the hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 October 2025
Thank you Louis, glad you enjoyed staying in our neighborhood
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

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

Awesome weekend!!!

We loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 March 2024
I'm so glad to hear that, thank you!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julianne T.

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

Amazing Retreat for Family!

Relaxing, gorgeous views and a truly inviting and beautiful home - would love to return some day! Highly recommend this home to others for rest and relaxation!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 April 2024
We'd love to have you over again some time, thank you for that kind review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the fireplace every morning and evening. The kids loved the loft..their own space to play. Kitchen is equipped with everything we needed to put full meals on the table every night. And we used the fire pit twice for s’mores and family stories. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nestled in the serene mountains of the Shenandoah Valley, this beautiful cabin provided a peaceful retreat. Within a half-hour’s drive, we were able to explore the northern and central regions of the National Park. The owner was incredibly responsive to our questions and provided quick answers. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this cabin for future stays.
Sunset on Skyline drive
Luray Caverns
Wishing well in Luray Caverns
Walkway into the cabin
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2025
Wonderful pictures, thank you for sharing!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan S.

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

Great getaway!

Great location for a relaxing getaway! Amazing amenities and very picturesque. Will definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2023
Sounds good, see you all soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

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

Family Vacation

Our family had a wonderful stay. The owner was easy to work with and responsive to questions ahead of our stay. The home was as pictured and wonderful to come back to after a day of hiking or site seeing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2024
Glad you enjoyed using our cabin as a home base for your hiking trips!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Lovely oasis

Great spot in a beautiful area
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 November 2022
Appreciate the kind words on our place!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jil T.

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

Perfect getaway

Just what we needed after the busy holiday! Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 February 2024
Glad to hear you enjoyed the place!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Great Getaway

We loved our stay at River Woods Retreat. It's a great place to stay anytime of year. Communication with the owner was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 December 2023
So glad to hear that, thanks for spending your Thanksgiving with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassondra R.

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

Great stay.

Our family of six had a great stay while at the cabin. The fire pit and the hot tub were all great additions to our stay. Would come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2023
I'm so glad to hear you all enjoyed your time. We're looking forward to hosting you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy Joy A.

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

Peaceful and Quiet

The River Woods Retreat house was a lovely setting for our family getaway. It is surrounded by forest and you can enjoy the symphony of bird songs from inside or while relaxing on the large deck. Everything we needed was there and the mattresses were super-comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2025
I'm so glad to hear that, glad you enjoyed everything!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

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

Excellent property

Everything about our stay was excellent. The house was very nice, clean, and cozy. The views were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 November 2022
Thank you, agreed on the views!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Beautiful Cabin

Had a great stay in the cabin to celebrate Father’s Day! Loved the cleanliness of the property along with the small details the host provided. Very peaceful and relaxing location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2024
Glad that everything worked out for your Father's Day retreat!

About the host

Hosted by Mark

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We live in Reston and we own two vacation homes out in the Shenandoah. River Woods Retreat is our oasis when I'm not otherwise traveling for work or hosting guests.

Pre-COVID, I would travel 110+ days per year for work. I have the top tier status with several hotel chains. The top tier status has led to some over the top accommodations at hotels. I try to bring that same top tier status experience to guests at our cabin

Why they chose this property

My Dad lives down the street (half mile away) and I've enjoyed visiting him in his cabin over the years. I purchased this place to create similar memories for myself.

What makes this property unique

This place allows you to enjoy the outdoor space while eating or BBQing.

We also strive to be a premium listing. Most people that stay here mention in their reviews that our cabin is the nicest cabin they've stayed at in the Shenandoah area. We also don't see this as an investment property, we see this as our vacation home. We reinvest everything back into the property

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