10/10 Excellent
Marge M.
9 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd Time Staying there. Enjoyed as much as first time
Marge M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Entire home
Cardinal Cottage Beautiful Shenandoah Valley getaway w/ stunning mountain views
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5148.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Raphine, VA
- Rockbridge Vineyard13 min drive
- Virginia Horse Center33 min drive
- Virginia Military Institute34 min drive
- Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)54 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Office 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cardinal Cottage Beautiful Shenandoah Valley getaway w/ stunning mountain views
Purpose-built vacation house for a country escape. Less than fifteen minutes from the highway, yet peaceful and private. Perfect as an artist's retreat, a romantic weekend, or a getaway from the city. Enjoy mountain/valley views from the patio with porch swing, breakfast nook, outdoor fireplace and stargazing chairs. Or sit on the screened-in porch off the studio after a remote-office work session. Set in a working cattle farm near a beautiful 19th century barn, Cardinal Cottage is conveniently located halfway between Lexington and Staunton, approximately 30 minute drive to either city. A wonderful spot for relaxation, restoration and happy memories.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 13–17
No children under 13 w/out prior OK from hosts.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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 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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Raphine
Located in Raphine, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. George C. Marshall Museum and VMI Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Stonewall Jackson Grave and Beverley Cigar Store. Travelling with kids? Consider Staunton Railroad Station, or check out an event or a game at Alumni Memorial Field. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Raphine, VA
What's nearby
- Rockbridge Vineyard - 13 min drive - 7.6 km
- Virginia Horse Center - 33 min drive - 39.1 km
- Virginia Military Institute - 34 min drive - 39.1 km
- Washington and Lee University - 35 min drive - 39.8 km
- Wintergreen Resort - 60 min drive - 54.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Wendy's - 13 min drive
- McDonald's - 19 min drive
- Nathans Hot Dogs - 15 min drive
- Smiley's BBQ - 15 min drive
- Burger King - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Franz-Josef B.
16 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Franz-Josef B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Vicki M.
24 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vicki M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jessica C.
22 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jessica C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Erin L.
21 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Erin L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marge M.
18 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and view
Marge M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie M.
13 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cardinal cottage get away
Stephanie M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Laura R.
1 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Beautiful!
Laura R.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Erin L.
2 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful getaway
Erin L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Franz-Josef B.
14 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cardinal Cottage
Franz-Josef B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Anna B.
22 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An Unforgettable Stay – 5 Stars Aren’t Enough!
Anna B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathy G.
28 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!
Kathy G.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Angela G.
11 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
Angela G.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nicole P.
9 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, Unique with stunning views
Nicole P.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Margaret G.
26 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Margaret G.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Troy M.
15 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures don't do it justice
Troy M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Aimee O.
6 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage with beautiful surroundings!
Aimee O.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jane M.
28 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A piece of heaven
Jane M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
SEVERIN S.
29 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and getaway
SEVERIN S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dwain B.
19 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Stay!
Dwain B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
James G.
6 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property & Picturesque Setting
James G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mitch H.
26 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place tucked away in the Shenandoah
Mitch H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer G.
15 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cottage!
Jennifer G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mekia G.
3 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
Mekia G.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tina N.
28 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain Views
Tina N.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
About the host
Hosted by Chris and Julie Fox, Jumping Fox LLC
Chris is from nearby Fairfield, Julie from Massachusetts. We lived overseas for many years and bought this property in 1987 with the intention of retiring here one day. Since 2014 it is a dream come true, we have retired and built a home here. Eight years later we constructed a purpose-built house for guests on our property to enjoy the unique beauty, activities and peace of the area.
Why they chose this property
We built this house specifically for guests when we have more than we can handle at our house, for big family get-togethers, and to share with our VRBO guests. Every aspect of the house was built for you, the guest. We hope you will appreciate it and enjoy it very much.
What makes this property unique
Incredible setting in the Shenandoah Valley. Gorgeous views, sunsets and dark starry nights. This is a true getaway, yet only 15 minutes from Highway 81/64. You are about 30 minutes from the charming cities of Staunton and Lexington, yet when you get "home" to Cardinal Cottage, you are away from it all, listening to the cattle on the farm, watching deer come down out of the woods at dusk, watching the most beautiful sunsets, and enjoying the comforts of an energy-efficient purpose-built country home. We hope that artists discover this property; what a place to paint, write, compose music, be inspired, be creative and rejuvenate.
Languages:
English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese
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