The Pricing Quote given through our website or through VRBO does not included our cleaning fees CLEANING FEES: Rock Cottage $75 + $3.98 tax = $78.98
Castleton Farms is a sprawling, 500-acre compound at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park with a working animal farm, fishing ponds, and gorgeous views. A five-mile paved footpath spans the property and is perfect for walking, jogging, or biking. Visit the friendly menagerie with emus, goats, chickens, pig, donkeys, a zebra, and a zonkey. The magnificent Pool House complex boasts a custom, geothermally-heated indoor pool, and hot tub, (Additional fee — paid at check-in).
Castleton Farms is a one-of-a-kind estate with luxury amenities and rustic Virginia charm. In addition to the original 1850s Manor House, the property comprises thirteen beautiful guest houses, intimate cottages and large family homes, all discreetly nestled across 500 acres of rolling farmland. Escape from the everyday bustle to a serene haven of unspoiled, breathtaking mountain views. And with three tennis courts, and world-class performances at the 120-person theater.
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Use of the Pool House & Spa is not included in the base rate and is available for an extra fee. Please inquire for pricing.
Must have prior approval to bring a pet and there is an additional fee ($75.00) per pet. No pets allowed in Farm House.
You must be at least 25 years old to rent property
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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 are allowed on site
Note from host: Yes prior authorization and event fee required
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Castleton
Located in Castleton, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. R.H. Ballard Shop & Gallery and Little Washington Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include The First Washington of All Monument and The Spilman Homestead. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Does Romantic Cottage with Private Hot Tub have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Romantic Cottage with Private Hot Tub?
As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Romantic Cottage with Private Hot Tub on 24 August 2026 start from NZ$450, 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.
Is Romantic Cottage with Private Hot Tub pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Romantic Cottage with Private Hot Tub?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Romantic Cottage with Private Hot Tub?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Romantic Cottage with Private Hot Tub located?
Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Little Washington Winery, Gadino Cellars and The First Washington of All Monument. R.H. Ballard Shop & Gallery and Little Washington Theatre are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Highly recommend! Very clean and the space was welcoming. Exceeded my expectations.
Monica V P.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 April 2026
Thank you Monica for your awesome review. We look forward to seeing you back at Castleton Meadows.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Yvette
1 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a perfect stay
Everything was wonderful. From the beautiful cottage to the gorgeous views, there is nothing that wasnt absolutely perfect
We will definitely be coming back.
This was our second stay at Castleton. Just as wonderful as the first. Highly recommend hiking the Hazel River Trail for the closest access to The Park.
Andrew B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2023
Thank you Andrew for your great review. We look forward to seeing you again at The Meadows at Castleton.
Connie
The cottage was amazing and the grounds are beautiful! My wife and I had a great time here. We only stayed for one night but look forward to returning for a longer trip to experience all that the property has to offer. Very cool place! Connie and her husband were wonderful; very welcoming and helpful. Can't wait to go back!
Nick S.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2023
Thank you Nick for your awesome review. We are so glad that you and your wife enjoyed your stay at the Rock Cottage and we hope to see you back again soon.
Connie
Connie and Paul were excellent hosts for a quick get away at a beautiful location. The cottage was very cute and the estate was quiet and beautiful! I would highly recommend this site.
Walter B.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2023
Thank you Walter for the great review. I am so glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you will come back again soon.
Connie
We rented the Rock Cottage for a week to relax and escape NYC. The Castleton Meadows grounds are beautiful. The cottage was clean, but there were some bugs that became a nuisance by the end of the week. Overall it was supplied with the essentials to easily settle in during our stay.
Carrie M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2023
Thank you Carrie for your review.We apologize for the bugs but in the country stink bugs and lady bugs can be a real nuisance. We are glad you enjoyed your stay otherwise and hope you will come back again for future get aways.
Stay safe, healthy, and strong!
Connie
Verified
8/10 Good
Victoria N.
28 August 2018
Wonderful setting!
Such beautiful surroundings! In a wonderful, farm setting, this cottage offers a gorgeous opportunity to stay in-house for a lovely dinner in an updated terrific kitchen, as well as a great "home-base" for exploring near-by amenities (pool, steam room, hiking trails, animals), small towns, wineries and the mountains. We had a very fun weekend exploring! Thank you!!
Victoria N.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2023
Thank you Victoria for a great review. We hope that you can come again soon.
Connie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Renee W.
20 August 2018
GORGEOUS AND PEACEFUL
My husband, dog and I had the best time on our short weekend trip, so much so that at checkout we booked the rock cottage again for next weekend!!!! The rock cottage is beautiful with a soaking tub big enough for two. The grounds are gorgeous with breath taking views in every direction. Connie (The property manager) was so Friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable! This place is truly a treasure!!! I can’t wait to go back!
Renee W.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2023
Thank you Renee for you great review. We are looking forward to seeing you this weekend.
Connie Payne
Everything you would want to get away from the hustle of everyday life. Romantic setting and lots of walking trails. Management was a delight and very accommodating. Private hot tub and full kitchen stocked with tea and kcups was a pleasant surprise. Little country store down the road had excellent breakfast sandwiches, homemade desserts and fresh bacon. So close to several wineries and antique shops. I will definitely stay here again!
Amy C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2023
Thank you Amy for the awesome review. We are so glad that you had a wonderful time and we look forward to seeing you again soon.
Stay safe and healthy,
Connie
My fiance and I had a wonderful two night stay at the Rock Cottage. It was very relaxing, enjoyed the hot tub. The grounds are beautiful and peaceful. We saw deer running around the hiking trail and they also came close to the cottage. The Zebra and the Zonkey are adorable. The White Oak Canyon trail lower entrance is about 35 minutes away. We walked to the first waterfall about 1.3 mile away from the parking lot. Will love to come back!!!
Mirna A.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2023
Thank you Mirna, for the great review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Castleton and we hope to see you again soon.
Connie
The Cottage at Castleton was exactly what I needed - away but close enough and the property was beautiful, clean and well-loved. The only complaint I have (and it's not the owner's fault - it's not anybody's fault) is that the Wi-fi service is sketchy in that area and getting a phone signal was nearly impossible. Other than that, the property was wonderful. I'd love to host a retreat here in the future.
Kelly B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2023
Thank you Kelly for the great review. I totally understand the cell phone service in our rural area. Hopefully soon the modern technology will soon reach the rural areas as well at the cities. Please give me a call to discuss your retreat I would love to set it up on our property.
Connie
We had a great time visiting Shenandoah National Park while staying in the Rock Cottage. Our experience with this rental was fantastic and we highly recommend it to others. Connie is a great property manager who showed us around the 500+ acre area with all its features to be sure we would have the best possible stay. The cottage was spotless and had everything we needed for a comfortable time, including our own outdoor hot tub for relaxing after a day of hiking in the park. We also used the pool/spa facility for even more relaxation. It was also fun to go around to see the animals on the farm. Overall, the experience was amazing and we will be coming back for our next Shenandoah trip.
Brad K.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2023
Thank you Brad for you awesome review. We are looking forward to seeing you again soon.
Warmest regards,
Connie
Rock Cottage is as described. It is spacious and well appointed. The bed is very comfortable and we slept well. To know- they are serious about you needing to bring everything to add for cooking, oil, spices etc. this include coffee filters. There are pods but if you are big coffee drinkers you will want to use the pot. The scenery is beautiful and the walking path to the Manor house is well kept for a short explore.
Deborah T.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2023
Thank you Deborah for your great review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again soon.
Connie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sara L.
1 February 2019
Wonderful for a getaway weekend!
My fiance and I (and our dog) stayed here over the MLK holiday weekend. It was the perfect option for a nice winter getaway. The cottage was even nicer than it looked in the photos - all the furnishings looked brand new and it was super clean. I wasn't sure if it would be chilly since the weather very cold, windy, and rainy, but it stayed warm and cozy inside the cottage. We also loved the spa facilities. The sauna felt amazing with the cold weather we were having, and the one evening we were there, we had the whole building to ourselves. Connie was super helpful with getting us settled in, and she had some great tips for wineries to visit. Magnolia was our favorite! We highly recommend the Stone Cottage!
Sara L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2023
Thank you Sara for the amazing review. We hope to see you again soon.
Warm regards,
Connie
We had such a lovely time staying at this cottage. If was beautifully furnished and the view was spectacular. We had our dog with us and she enjoyed being able to hike around the property. I think she was ready to move in. lol Communication with the property people was quite good. This may not be your place if you don't bring food with you or are willing to navigate some seriously rural roads without the help of GPS. I came prepared with directions and we loved traversing the backroads to get to Sperryville and Washington where we found some very tasty fare. We would definitely come back in the future.
Ann H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2024
Thank you Ann for your great review. We hope to see you back at The Meadows at Castleton soon.
My husband and I spent a week at Rock Cottage. It is located in a beautiful secluded country area. The cottage looks exactly like the pictures and everything was well thought out with little comforts like bathrobes and bottled water. We enjoyed seeing lots of deer every day along with ground hogs and hearing the cows in the morning. The bed is extremely comfortable and the kitchen is well equipped. I liked the frying pans so much that I ordered some for my home. Plan to cook most nights as restaurants are about 30 minutes away. Shenandoah National Park is also about 30 minutes away and Luray Caverns about 45 minutes away. This is a great place to stay and I would definitely stay here again.
Janice L.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2023
Thank you Janice for the awesome review. We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again soon.
Connie
I didn't read the fine print on the $50 charge for the pool/spa so I was a little bummed out over that but otherwise it was a terrific stay. We were especially happy that no one had rented behind us for the time we were there. Everyone was very attentive and the grounds are very well maintained. You can do a LOT of walking here on the paved path (5 miles) or hiking trails. It would have been ideal to have mountain bikes. Having a hot tub will be an added bonus. Will definitely return.
Jose M.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2023
Thank you Jose, for the great review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to seeing you again on your next visit.
Connie
My husband and I loved our stay at the cottage. First, we arrived after dark entrance into the cottage was easy. When entered the cottage it was truly magical. There was a beautiful Christmas tree. The large beautiful king size bed was decorated for Christmas and the bed was very comfortable. The cottage was warm and comfortable. The scenery was both pristine and fun. We felt as if we were alone on this beautiful piece of land. There were animals in pens that we enjoyed watching goats, a pig and a few different varieties of birds. We were actually not alone and we easily located the host. The host were lovely people who were friendly, informative and helpful. It’s also good to know that while this is a rural area. There is a town with everything you need about 25 minutes away. It was a great stay. I would love to come back to this property.
Antoinette C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 January 2025
Thank you Antoinette for your amazing review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at our Rock Cottage. We home to see you back at The Meadows at Castleton.
The Rock Cottage is perfectly set up for a bridal party to get ready in for a wedding, with multiple makeup tables, plenty of space to hang things, a mirror and stage setup, kitchen and large fridge.
We also discovered it was perfect for a romantic getaway. My fiancé and I did a little mini-getaway here in early November. Everything is up to date, the views are stunning, the hot tub was clean, there was a large tub in the bathroom, coffee/tea/cider cups were provided for the Kuerig and the bed was comfortable. The kitchen was stocked with things you would need to use to cook (pots/pans/blender) and had plenty of wine glasses and coffee cups. The owners worked with us checking in since we were arriving late and couldn’t have been nicer. All of the houses on this farm are more spread out than they seem on the map. It was about a mile from the Rock Cottage to the Hospitality office. The Rock Cottage and Blue Ridge Cottage backup to one another, but we never ran into our neighbors because of the way the houses are set up.
I would HIGHLY recommend this cottage and look forward to staying at the meadows again.
A couple things we learned along the way for those vacationing here: There is zero Verizon service, but the WiFi worked well. Be prepared to drive a minimum or 15/20 minutes to get to food in any direction. Most wineries/breweries were closed on Monday and Tuesday.
Ty V.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2023
Thank you for the awesome email and the details. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Castleton Meadows and look forward to seeing you again for future travels.
Connie
Taylor was a great guest and we hope she keeps The Meadows at Castleton in mind for future travel.
Verified
4/10 Poor
Kyla L.
8 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Unsatisfactory
The lake was a complete let down with kayaks that were sinking due to holes. The “heated pool” was ice cold.
Kyla L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
About the host
Hosted by Connie Payne
The Pricing Quote given through our website or through VRBO does not included our cleaning fees CLEANING FEES: Blue Ridge Cottage and Rock Cottage $75 + $3.98 tax = $78.98; Carriage House $150 + $7.95 tax = $157.95; Mountain View Guest House $175 + $9.28 tax = $184.28; Magnolia & Twin Ponds $200 + $10.60 tax = $210.60; Crest Hill, Fair Haven & Meadows $225 + $11.93 tax = $236.93.
Farm House is the only property that is NOT pet friendly.
Castleton Farms is a sprawling, 500-acre compound at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park with a working animal farm, fishing ponds, and gorgeous views. A five-mile paved footpath spans the property and is perfect for walking, jogging, or biking. Visit the friendly menagerie with emus, goats, chickens, pig, donkeys, a zebra, and a zonkey. The magnificent Pool House complex boasts a custom, geothermally-heated indoor pool, and hot tub. (Additional fee — paid at check-in).
Castleton Farms is a one-of-a-kind estate with luxury amenities and rustic Virginia charm. In addition to the original 1850s Manor House, the property comprises thirteen beautiful guest houses, intimate cottages and large family homes, all discreetly nestled across 500 acres of rolling farmland. Escape from the everyday bustle to a serene haven of unspoiled, breathtaking mountain views. And with three tennis courts and world-class performances at the 120-person theater, no luxury need be spared. Castleton Farms is the perfect setting for a relaxing weekend, romantic escape, family reunion, or corporate retreat.
Why they chose this property
NEARBY: Rappahannock County (and the neighboring Fauquier and Culpeper Counties) offer scenic outdoor adventures and unique shopping experiences, as well excellent cuisine and wine tasting at some of Virginia’s best artisanal wineries. Here’s just a taste of what you can do: - Shenandoah National Park: hike, camp, or bike through this famous natural beauty, or take a car anywhere along Skyline Drive, the 105-mile scenic byway — 18 miles, 30-minute drive - Copper Fox Distillery: tour and sample this local American whiskey— 11 miles, 20-minute drive - The towns of Little Washington and Culpeper: visit these charming villages and historic landmarks — 20-30 minute drives - Multiple vineyards and wineries with tours and tastings — ask for recommendations! - Civil War Trail: the Shenandoah Valley is home to more than 100 historic Civil War sites with colorful interpretive markers and historical information.
What makes this property unique
Guests have access to the following amenities:
- 5 miles of private paved trails
- 3 outdoor tennis courts
- Exotic animal menagerie
- Outdoor pools (Seasonal; not heated; open Memorial Day through Labor Day) Meadows and Crest Hill Houses Only
- Private hot tubs at all properties
- Ponds for paddle boating, canoeing, kayaking, and fishing (Fishing gear not provided)
- Luxurious indoor pool, and hot tub, (Additional fee — paid at check-in)
- Fitness center
- Complimentary Wi-Fi in all accommodations
- Basketball, volleyball, billiards, foosball, ping-pong, croquet, and bocce ball (access to this list varies by house or cottage).
- Meeting room equipped with state-of-the-art HD video conferencing; seats 50
- World-class performing arts events in 120-person Theater House (Fall and Spring season)
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests