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Dog-friendly small-town charm near mountains and wineries with 4 bedrooms

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Outdoor dining
Little free library out front - feel free to be the librarian and rearrange
front porch swing
Living area
guitar and piano for your use, plus games, puzzles, and smart TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Woodstock, VA
  • Place, Shenandoah County Courthouse
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Woodstock Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Shenandoah County Fairgrounds
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Futon

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Dog-friendly small-town charm near mountains and wineries with 4 bedrooms

Come to the Shenandoah Valley and stay in the most dog-welcoming vacation home in the valley (or possibly anywhere)…

Gracie’s Place is located in the heart of downtown Woodstock, Virginia, a charming historic town halfway between Winchester and Harrisonburg surrounded by mountains and the Shenandoah River. Gracie’s Place has 4 bedrooms, 2 and 1/2 baths, and comfortably sleeps 8 -9 people. You can walk to nearby restaurants or prepare your own meals in the well-equipped gourmet kitchen and dining room. There are plenty of spaces to enjoy including a living room, parlor, three porches, plus a brick patio enclosed by a six-foot privacy fence. Gracie's Place is unique, fun, and curated for people traveling with their dogs.

Woodstock was founded in 1752 and is a beautiful, walkable town. Just steps away from Gracie’s Place you’ll find a bakery, brewery, shops, restaurants, museums, ice cream store, and a Saturday Farmer’s Market.

Woodstock is a great jumping off point for visiting battlefields, caverns, and wineries, and of course, there is lots of hiking. The north fork of the Shenandoah River and Seven Bends State Park are just over two miles away where you can enjoy fishing, kayaking, and tubing. Winchester, Harrisonburg, Luray, Skyline Drive, and Shenandoah National Park are all an hour or less away. A dog park with agility equipment and generous areas for large and small dogs is also nearby.

We have no breed/size restrictions, welcome multiple pets, and NEVER charge a dog fee. Your pet is welcome in every space of the house, and we’ve provided beds, crates, bowls, toys, treats, and an enclosed back patio that includes a sandbox to dig in and a baby pool to cool off in. We only use nontoxic cleaners on our floors to protect our canine guests, and provide a list of fun places to go with your pup in our valley and beyond.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 5 total)
We provide crates, bowls, toys, treats, and more
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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

About the area

Woodstock

Woodstock is home to this holiday home. Shenandoah Vineyards and North Mountain Vineyard and Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Shenandoah County Fairgrounds and Natural Art Garden Center. Secret Passage Ranch and Mt Jackson Thrift & Gift are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Woodstock, VA

What's nearby

  • Shenandoah County Courthouse - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Woodstock Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • W.O. Riley Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Shenandoah County Fairgrounds - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Shenandoah River - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sheetz - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mary's Botanitas - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly small-town charm near mountains and wineries with 4 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 5 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Dog-friendly small-town charm near mountains and wineries with 4 bedrooms?

As of 16 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dog-friendly small-town charm near mountains and wineries with 4 bedrooms on 19 April 2026 start from NZ$403, 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 Dog-friendly small-town charm near mountains and wineries with 4 bedrooms?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly small-town charm near mountains and wineries with 4 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly small-town charm near mountains and wineries with 4 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly small-town charm near mountains and wineries with 4 bedrooms located?

Situated in Woodstock, this holiday home is steps away from 7 East Gallery and Woodstock Museum. Shenandoah County Courthouse and W.O. Riley Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Carolyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location if you like state parks, wineries, and a really nice dog parkIt's an in-town place. Close to everythingthe kitchen is newer, very nice
Stayed 28 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jerri K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great. We had plenty of room and all the amenities were as advertised. The host was very accommodating and responded to our questions quickly
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vishwa R.

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

Great stay

Terrific dog friendly property. Lots of space and great location. Really enjoyed our short stay and look forward to coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mariel R.

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

Nice place for family get-together

Beautiful older home, well-stocked and pleasant. Dog-friendly touches were well appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Great Quick Stay

Gracie's place is wonderful. Central location, clean property and very dog friendly. We didn't bring the pup this time but definitely will next time!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

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

Woodstock Wedding Weekend

In town for a wedding and absolutely loved the accommodations at this property! It was clean, nice and in a safe part of town. Check in was a breeze! Hope to stay here in the future m!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cara was great at communication, the house had everything we needed. The location is perfect. Across the street from the main strip which has great restaurants, shopping, etc. But still in a quiet neighborhood. Close enough to several parks including Shenandoah National. This house is beyond dog-friendly. It's truly a great place for people who understand dogs are part of the family.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

The Murphys

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

November 2024

Gracie's Place was wonderful. Close to shops and restaurants. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

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

Loved it!

House is super cute and the extra touches for our puppy was great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Perfect for two families

We needed a half way point between Michigan and North Carolina. Visited multiple wineries and the kids loved the walkable ice cream store right across the parking lot.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jules K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay - our two dogs loved it. So great to have toys and crates and bowls and a fenced in dog friendly yard. They have thought of everything to make your dog’s stay comfortable which is very unusual! Excellent location for eating out and getting coffee in the morning. The house was spacious and clean. Everything went like clockwork with check in. Thanks so much!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Megan L.

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

Nice stay!

The property manager was very attentive and quick to respond. The house was very clean, and exactly as pictured. The rooms are large and my 10 year old loved the big bathtub. It is within a 5 minute walk to at least 2 cool restaurants, not to mention the ice cream shop that backs up to the property. I’d definitely stay there again, and I recommend that others check it out.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric R.

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

Warm and welcoming

We only stayed for the weekend and the house was in the perfect spot. The home overall was very clean, super dog friendly (it’s hard to find places like this), it has so much to offer and you are right in the middle of it all. I mean, who can complain that there is ice cream at your back door steps. Such a charming home and town. We can’t wait to come back and explore more.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is a beautiful kid and dog friendly home. It is spacious. With 4 kids we had room to roam. I loved the noisy floors and the updated kitchen. A lot to do in the small town and all in walking distance.
My favorite art piece!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ricardo G.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Cara Achterberg

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Nick and I began traveling to the Shenandoah area of Virginia about fifteen years ago when I came down to run in a trail half-marathon and discovered that not only were there mountains to hike, but wineries and rivers and quiet. We began traveling down every chance we could and often had to leave our dogs behind because we couldn’t find places we could rent that allowed them (they are pit bull mixes). That was the inspiration for creating Shenandoah Dog Friendly Rentals. We strive to create the kind of places we’d like to stay with our own dogs.

Nick is an engineer who works for an international tool company, so he has done 90% of the work on our houses (including building the deck on Chateau Frankie and the kitchen in Gracie’s Place). He is amazing at solving problems creatively and can fix nearly everything.

I am an author and write extensively about rescue dogs and the crisis in our southern shelters. My books include two ‘dogoirs’ (memoirs about fostering and rescue), four novels, and one nonfiction book about living intentionally. Most of my hours are spent as co-founder and president of the non-profit, Who Will Let the Dogs Out. We work to raise awareness and resources for shelter dogs.

We currently live in Maurertown (pronounced MaurEEtown if you want to sound like a local), just ten minutes from Gracie’s Place, where we both work from home and we foster dogs and cats (let me know if you’re looking for a new pet!).

Please don’t hesitate to reach out if we can answer any questions about the area or either of our dog-friendly rentals.

Why they chose this property

Visiting Woodstock is like stepping back in time. The town is older than the country (founded in 1752), so it is steeped in history and charm. The locals are welcoming and things move at a slower pace. The mountains surround the town and the north fork of the Shenandoah River slithers by on the eastern edge (in seven bends). We enjoy hiking every weekend, visiting wineries, and 'thrifting' (yes it is a verb here as there are about 30 thrifty shops/emporiums within fifteen miles of us, a handful in walking distance). We also enjoy the local festivals and festivities, battlefields, and historical sites in the Shenandoah Valley and nearby Winchester and Harrisonburg. Gracie's Place is right in the heart of 'downtown' Woodstock, so you can walk to everything -- farmers market, restaurants, brewery, ice cream shop, bakery, museums, shops, post office, playground, pool, and so much more.

What makes this property unique

Gracie's Place is so much more than dog-friendly. We like to think we are dog-welcoming. We're happy you plan to stay here, but even happier you brought your dog. There are dog-centric touches throughout -- crates, beds, toys, treats, and more. The back patio is surrounded by a six-foot privacy fence and has a sandbox and baby pool just for your dogs. The house is also very child-friendly and guests are delighted to know there's an amazing ice cream store practically in our backyard. We also have a Little Free Library right out front (handbuilt to match the house) and guests are invited to curate it - adding your own or books from the Free Library inside Gracie's Place for guests. One more thing - the beds are so comfy that many guests contact us afterward asking for the details on how to get one just like it for themselves!
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