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Rustic Mountain Log Cabin Perched on a cliff side above the Shenandoah River

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View of cabin front porch
Side view of front porch
Side view of front porch
Outside firepit and charcoal grill
Back of cabin view and parking area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Front Royal, VA
  • Skyline Caverns
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Shenandoah River State Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Front Royal Entrance Shenandoah National Park
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Rustic Mountain Log Cabin Perched on a cliff side above the Shenandoah River

This rustic authentic log cabin allows for the peaceful tranquility of the mountains or a home base for a variety of activities both local and nearby. A spacious family room with a flat screen television with DVD player, two bedrooms each with a queen beds, and one full bath make this cabin a perfect getaway for up to four guests. There is a fully equipped kitchen including microwave, coffee maker, toaster oven, and dishwasher. The cabin has both central heating and air conditioning for multi-season rental opportunities. An outdoor stone fireplace with a picnic table are located near the driveway in back of the cabin. River access is made by a long gradual walk along the ridge down to the river’s edge. There is a new gravel pathway to the river for easy access for swimming and fishing. There is no dock at the riverside.
Your home away from home – The perfect retreat!
• Minimum two night stay
• Minimum three night requirement for following holiday weekends: Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years
• Week rentals can not be Saturday to Saturday
• Check-in: Anytime after 3 pm Check-out – By 11 am
Based upon availability, early and/or late check out can be arranged.
• WiFi is available through DSL service
• Firewood provided from Sept 1 to April 1 for one fire per night
• DOG FRIENDLY ONLY- $75.00/dog/stay. Additional details will be provided upon reservation: >• Unless previously confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice
* Please note, outside camping is not allowed without written approval from the property manager
* Maximum number of overnight guests on the property is 4 people due to county health department regulations.

Our cabin is in the woods and you may encounter many types of wildlife and insects during your visit. We will not refund any payment due to these encounters outside or inside the cabin. Our cabin is serviced on a regular basis by an exterminator. If you are uncomfortable with this situation and choose to cancel your reservation upon the receipt of this notice, a full refund will be made.

Riverview cabin is located on a gated private gravel driveway which is 7 miles from Front Royal, VA. The cabin is three miles from the Shenandoah State Park and five miles from the northern entrance of the Skyline Drive of the Shenandoah National Park. Many of our guests enjoy local hiking, fishing, canoeing, and mountain biking and wine tasting at one of the thirty wineries within 30 miles of the cabin.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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 2 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Front Royal

Located in Front Royal, this cabin is on the waterfront. Glen Manor Vineyards and Chester Gap Cellars are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shenandoah National Park and Shenandoah River State Park. Secret Passage Ranch and Natural Art Garden Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Front Royal, VA

What's nearby

  • Shenandoah River - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Skyline Caverns - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Shenandoah River State Park - 10 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Front Royal Entrance Shenandoah National Park - 12 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Dickey Ridge Visitor Center - 21 min drive - 16.7 km

Getting around

  • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spelunker's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪El Maguey - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Castiglia's - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Mountain Log Cabin Perched on a cliff side above the Shenandoah River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Rustic Mountain Log Cabin Perched on a cliff side above the Shenandoah River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Mountain Log Cabin Perched on a cliff side above the Shenandoah River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Mountain Log Cabin Perched on a cliff side above the Shenandoah River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Shenandoah River and within 6 mi (10 km) of Shenandoah National Park and Shenandoah River State Park. Skyline Caverns and George Washington National Forest are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by John McLarin

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Why they chose this property

Location, location, Location- Our cabin is the perfect home base for all your outdoor activities and adventures in the Shenandoah Valley. Our log cabin is secluded and built on a 100 foot cliff above the Shenandoah River with 35 acres of privacy. The Shenandoah River State Park and the Skyline Drive northern entrance are both only a ten minutes drive. The newly built Canopy Tours zip line was just open in the summer of 2014 which takes over 3 hour to complete. If you’re more interested in water activities; swimming, fishing or boating is all just a walk or 10 minute ride. There are over 30 wineries within 30 minutes of our cabin with new ones opening every year. We hope you will choose our home base for a memorable getaway.

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