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Charming cottage retreat by Shenandoah National Park and Madison Run Trailhead

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Grottoes, VA
  • Shenandoah National Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Grand Caverns
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Massanutten Water Park
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming cottage retreat by Shenandoah National Park and Madison Run Trailhead

Madison Run Cottage is the perfect getaway located in a gorgeous and private mountain setting. Guests will enjoy total peace sitting on the deck while listening to the creek surrounded by the 20 acres of forest adjacent to the Shenandoah National Park. Beautiful views are present from every direction and plenty of parking is available on the large property. The front porch is the perfect place to start each day enjoying a cup of coffee before heading out on one of the endless outdoor opportunities.
You will be in the family room when you enter the cottage, it has 2 comfortable chairs and a sofa to relax, play games, or watch tv. The kitchen is fully equipped with pots, pans, utensils, coffee maker, etc. to make delicious meals. The kitchen closet is where you will find the new washer and dryer. Right off the kitchen is another cozy sitting area and a stove to stay warm on chilly nights. The 1st bedroom has a king bed, dresser, 2 night stands, and closet. The 2nd bedroom is large with a queen bed and a chair to relax, 2 nightstands, cabinet and closet. The 3rd bedroom is small with a twin bed, chair, and closet. The bathroom has a tub/shower combo.
Madison Run Cottage is walking distance to trails in the Shenandoah National Park, 30 mins from Skyline Drive, 20 mins to both Massanutten Resort and James Madison University, and 5 mins from Grand Caverns Park. This is a perfect retreat to relax and enjoy the outdoors, while not being more than 15-20 minutes from the University town of Harrisonburg full of shops and restaurants.

Wonderful hiking is just 1 mile away on Madison Run Trailhead in Shenandoah National Park. Visitors can either drive or walk to the trailhead. To get to the Madison Run Trailhead, you would turn left out of the driveway and then take another left when the road forks. The trail begins at the end of that road. You can just stay on the old fire road, which is so nice or take a small trail up the mountain.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Mountain view

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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

No pets allowed
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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
Long-term renters welcome
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 deadlock

About the area

Grottoes

Located in Grottoes, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Port Republic Museum and Port republic Battle Field are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Massanutten Water Park and A Dream Come True Playground. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Atlantic Union Bank Center, or consider a night out at Hermitage Hill Farm & Stables. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Grottoes, VA

What's nearby

  • Shenandoah National Park - 5 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Grand Caverns - 11 min drive - 5.6 km
  • James Madison University - 25 min drive - 25.5 km
  • Massanutten Water Park - 31 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Masanutten Ski Resort - 46 min drive - 36.6 km

Getting around

  • Staunton Station - 30 min drive
  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lil Guss’ - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪CrossKeys Vineyards - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Ciro's Flying Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wood Fired Oven - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shun Xing - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cottage retreat by Shenandoah National Park and Madison Run Trailhead pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming cottage retreat by Shenandoah National Park and Madison Run Trailhead?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage retreat by Shenandoah National Park and Madison Run Trailhead?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage retreat by Shenandoah National Park and Madison Run Trailhead located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Shenandoah National Park and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Port Republic Museum. Grand Caverns and Port republic Battle Field are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mickey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful,cute,sweet!!!Great place, lovely landscape, wildlife visited every nightClose to hiking trails, easy drive to Staunton
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Syble H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage had everything we needed. Very peaceful and private.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

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

stay

excellent place to stay!! clean, beds were comfy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison E.

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

Great stay!

My family absolutely loved this cottage. It was great for our visit to Shenandoah
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

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

Picturesque Cabin

Wonderful getaway with beautiful outdoor space!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was beautiful, cottage was exactly as portrayed on here. The host was very responsive to messages. The only thing was the mattress protector on the king bed made us hot while sleeping, but I understand why there is a protector on and a little fan fixed that.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael G N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As my decades-ago college roommate and I met up to spend time together at this beautiful property, the setting was perfect. The setting is gorgeous, with a gentle stream, running alongside it, plenty of birds up in the nearby woods, and nice spaces outside to sit and enjoy nature. We even sat outside one evening on the porch to watch an incoming thunderstorm, and it was magical.The amenities in the home reflected deep and thoughtful consideration of what guests might need. The kitchen had everything we needed to make our own meals, the bathroom was clean and bright, and the bedrooms were inviting.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally G.

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

Quick Trip

It was a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annemarie M.

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

Great cottage

We enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sunshine L.

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

Perfect Mountain Getaway

We LOVED our stay at this property! Such a beautiful home and very clean. The outside is gorgeous and surrounded by flowers. Had so much fun with my girls playing in the creek, which is larger than it looks in the pictures. So many fun hikes and things to do close by. We wish it was our house
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

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

Quiet Relaxing Cottage

It was the perfect little place to relax and unwind after hiking in the Shenandoah. It was quiet and had a lovely place to sit outside and enjoy nature with a stream runnning along the property. Very clean and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad N.

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

Graduation

Came in for our daughter’s graduation and this was a very nice quiet and secluded property. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a place to stay. We most likely will book again this summer for a retreat week. Thanks for the hospitality
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pattie

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was so cute,way bigger inside than it looked , There is a creek running behind the cabin , I sat on the porch in the mornings having my coffee,listening to the water,watching deer while smelling the wonderful scent of the gardenias rowing close . When I arrived I was pleased to note a coffee station all set up,what a nice and thoughtful touch . I had a great stay here
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall the stay was great the beds could have been more comfortable. I woke up a few time sweating due to the mattress cover.when we walked down to the river there was a bunch of broken glass from beer bottles it looks like. We cleaned it up. Wonderful cottage though.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

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

You’ll Wish You Could Stay Longer

What a lovely cottage, beautifully appointed, with a great mixture of all modern conveniences and antique furniture. The kind hosts have thought of everything, from coffee service to toiletries. The setting, on a stream at the foot of Shenandoah National Park, is a serene, wooded slice of heaven. We hope to be back one day.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

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

Quaint house next to large creek

Totally enjoyed our stay here. Loved sitting outside listening to the water going down the creek. House was clean and located in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Comfortable house, peaceful stay

We had a short but comfortable stay here. The house is located right next to a creek, the running water sounds were very peaceful. The property owners live on the other side of the yard but the house felt private.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis A.

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

Quiet peaceful rest

Nice place for older friends to stay while visiting the Shenandoah area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

AnnaMarie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and excellent communication. Loved the creek and wanted to sit on the porch to enjoy it but at this time of year there are a lot of bugs. Recommend screening the porch in so it can be enjoyed without the bugs. The kitchen is well stocked but would have loved to have a grill.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trisha F.

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

Awesome country cottage

We love this place the moment we arrived. Huge rooms with big warm inviting beds. The extra room with an old fashioned fire place! The fresh air & the sound of the babbling Brooke outside just makes you relaxed. Worth every cent to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parker P.

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

Wondeful VRBO

The location was exactly as described, very clean, well stocked, and in a great location. The hosts were very friendly and communicated well.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linwood H.

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

Great couples getaway

Very adequate and clean for small group. 2 bathroom's would be a plus. Nice and cozy. Was a great choice for our anniversary getaway. Highly reccomend this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely stunning property and setting. Really didn't want to leave and regret not booking it for a few more days. Would happily go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri L.

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

Cute and Comfy

Really nice and well kept house away from it all with a little stream running behind the house and occasional visits from the deer population. Close enough to the park, trails, wineries, historical sites and eateries. Enjoyed our stay and would absolutely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie S.

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

Beautiful location

Wonderful location! Exceptionally clean, well stocked and organized kitchen! Loved sitting on the patio and listening to the stream flowing by.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

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