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Embark on a mountain retreat in the heart of Massanutten resort with this stunning 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom haven. Recently renovated, this home accommodates up to 10 guests, featuring a main-floor king bedroom and bath. The second floor boasts a single over queen bunk bed, a queen bed, and another king bedroom with an ensuite bathroom. Enjoy a game room with foosball, arcade games and large TV as well as a sleeper sofa, and stay connected with high-speed internet for remote work and streaming.Conveniently situated, this central location provides easy access to various activities such as indoor and outdoor water parks, golfing, skiing, snow tubing, ice skating, mountain biking, bumper cars, and more—all just a short distance away. James Madison University is nearby.*No checkout on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, or New Years Eve will be accepted. * No pets.*one security camera facing driveway. PLEASE READ THIS WELCOME TO MASSANUTTEN!This home is part of the Massanutten Property Owners Association (MPOA) and is governed by its rules and regulations, as well as federal and state laws and local ordinances. There are short-term rentals in all MPOA neighborhoods, but people also live here. Your nearby neighbors may be full-time residents, including families with children, retirees, or owners of second homes enjoying their retreat. Please respect their privacy and property rights, along with those of other guests in our private residential community.NOISENoise that is unreasonable in the judgement of MPOA or its designated agent is prohibited at any time.QUIET HOURSQuiet Hours are 10PM – 7AM every day.PARKINGAll tires must be off the roadway. DO NOT BLOCK FIRE HYDRANTS! Our private neighborhood roads are “highways” for law enforcement purposes per Rockingham County ordinance.Do not park adjacent to any other homes or lots unless this home’s owner or property manager has told you he has explicit permission for you to do so.Parking rules violators may be subject to having their vehicles towed.If you cannot park all your vehicles on this property or on the adjoining shoulder of the road, overflow parking is available at: the MPOA Owners’ Swimming Pool parking lot at 4007 Peak Drive and the Hopkins Park parking lot located at 1977 Massanutten Drive.NOTE: Buses, campers, and RVs may not be parked at houses or along neighborhood roads. With prior MPOA approval they may be parked in the overflow lot during your stay.TRASHDO NOT place trash anywhere outside the house, including on screened porches. It will attract wildlife that could endanger you and damage the property. Trash is picked up every Monday, even on holidays (except Christmas). All refuse receptacles MUST be removed from the street by 8pm Monday evenings. Dumpsters are located off Peak Drive in the back of the owner’s pool parking lot.NO OPEN FIRESYou are in an area that is at risk of wildfire! NEVER leave an outdoor fire unattended. Open Fires are not permitted within the Village. Per the MPOA Rules, an “Open Fire” is any outdoor fire that is not covered or screened to prevent sparks from escaping. A grill is not considered an open fire.ALCOHOL Open containers of alcohol are prohibited on any road or common area.PETSPets are not allowed to run at large. They must be leashed at all times when off this property. Pet owners are required to clean up after their pets.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 21.About events:No events allowed.

A cozy and secluded cottage getaway... perfect for the smaller group or family. Hidden away in the trees, it gives you a quiet, private setting to sit outside by the fire, throw those steaks on the grill, or play yard games, or enjoy relaxing in the hot tub! Inside... brew a pot or french press of coffee and relax in the spacious living room, play games, and just enjoy the family together & get away from the TV… (a projector and wifi are supplied) Everything is sparkling clean and beds are comfy. There's a few books, games, & toys , foosball table & corn toss game for enjoying your time together. Its only 7.8 miles from the Massanutten ski resort! 5 miles from Merck & Co. So come relax and enjoy your quiet woodland setting away from the hustle an bustle, but just minutes away from the resort, skyline drive and hiking, the caverns, & university.About pets:Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total).$125 pet fee. 1 pet. crate while away 50# limit..About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:Please keep spa as clean as possible. Extra charge may apply if it’s extremely dirty. No unauthorized pets, $150 fee..NO smoking, vaping, drugs or illegal drugs or fumes of any kind allowed in home. $150 fee if violated.,Please read house rules on fridge. Promptly checkout on time. Housekeepers may need to clean at 11:00. Late checkout fee of $50, without permission..About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.

Relax in this peaceful rural home. Enjoy farm and mountain views while being minutes from Massanutten Resort, Shenandoah National Park, Just 15 minutes from JMU. Relax for the weekend while visiting your student.! Shopping, Wineries, Breweries, etc. Cozy up in this quiet cottage for rest and relaxation, romantic getaway, or use the cottage as a home base while your family explores the many local attractions that the Shenandoah Valley has to offer.2 queen beds, 1 full bed, TVs, wi-fi, full kitchen, full bath, washer/dryer, firepit, grill, outdoor seating, picnic table, and more.The spaceLiving room is furnished with comfy sofa, loveseat, and round chair great for napping, ceiling fan, and large TV. The kitchen is fully equipped for cooking and dining in (full fridge, stove, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, blender, coffee maker, kitchen table and chairs, etc). The full bathroom has a bathtub/shower, vanity, toilet, built in storage, medicine cabinet, and towels.Bedroom 1 has a queen size bed, TV, dresser with mirror, and garment rack. Bedroom 2 has a queen size bed, TV, chest of drawers, closet with shelving and hanging bar. Bedroom 3 has a full size bed, closet with shelving and hanging bar, entry to laundry area.Large side deck, outdoor lighting, firepit (wood provided), outdoor seating, picnic table, grill, large parking area.Guest accessGuests have access to all areas of the house and yard except for the basement.Other things to noteWe live only a short distance away. If you have a question or need help with something we can respond quickly.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:smoking allowed in outdoor areas.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 18.About events:No events allowed.

Wake to beautiful view of Massanutten Mountain 8-10 minutes from Friendly City of Harrisonburg and 12 - 14 minutes to James Madison University. Quaint, neat, and safe. Large flat screen tv and high-speed internet. Full kitchen, plenty of space to chill. Sunset relaxation on large deck. Peaceful setting. Near to wineries, breweries, hiking trails, Skyline Drive, Shenandoah National Park, Massanutten Mountain, Water Park, golf courses, skiing. Easy proximity to restaurants. Ample parking. No pets, please.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:This home is served by a septic system. Do not flush anything other than toilet paper. No wipes, no paper towels, no food..There is no garbage disposal. Food and food waste should be disposed of in garbage. Food frying limited to air fryer.,It is assumed only registered guests will be in the house without prior approval..About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 21.About events:No events allowed.

This Hinton cottage boasts 3 inviting bedrooms. Each bedroom is thoughtfully furnished with 1 queen bed and 2 full beds, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests. The cozy living space is perfect for relaxation, and the well-equipped bathroom provides all the necessary amenities, including a hair dryer. With features like a washing machine, heating, WiFi, and AC, your stay will be both enjoyable and convenient. Immerse yourself in the lovely surroundings and experience the fabulous charm of this cottage. We hope you enjoy what our place and Hinton has to offer.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 22.About events:No events allowed.

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.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.

Seven Springs is a unique & tranquil getaway located on 42+ private acres bordering the Shenandoah National Park. Newly remodeled with all of the modern conveniences to include new 5 person hot tub, Highspeed WI-FI, a fireplace & tv's in each BR & LR. The property offers endless hiking right out your back door, wildlife galore, a huge covered porch with grill and outdoor seating area, 12' deep pond & frontage on Elk Creek. Great convenient location as our cabin is 15 minutes to the Massanutten Four Season Resort entrance, 5 minutes to the nearest Shenandoah River access (kayaks provided) & 15 minutes to the main Shenandoah National Park Swift Run entrance.About pets:Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total).About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.Pack-N-Play is provided.About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 18.About events:No events allowed.

* NO hidden cleaning fees (can't do much about pesky VRBO fees.. ). Bear Escape Cottage 1937 in the Historic Village of Port Republic on the National Register of Historic Places is close to * Shenandoah National Park (14 mi)* Harrisonburg & James Madison University (8 mi)* Massanutten Ski Resort (10 mi)* Historic Staunton (18mi)* Luray Caverns (25 mi), Grand Caverns (3 mi)At Bear Escape Cottage, you can * Sleep six w/access to ONLY bathroom through primary bedroom * High speed Wi-Fi, excellent cell service* Walk to the Shenandoah River & swim, tube, or kayak, fly fish or just sit and enjoy the wild life, bald eagles, blue herons, kingfishers* Grill, star gaze, roast marshmallows over the fire pit* Outdoor shower, yes to hot water* Attend a JMU function, from a Dukes game to Graduation * Hit the slopes at Massanutten, skiing, snow boarding, snow tubing, all year waterpark, or a live band at Basecamp* Visit the vibrant city of Staunton and its delightful architecture, scrumptious restaurants, and the amazing Blackfriars Theater, for live, affordable and world renown Shakespeare in the round* Wineries? Cideries? Breweries, Distilleries? Yup! Cross Keys Vineyard, Brix and Columns Vineyard, Barren Ridge, Bluestone Vineyard, Old Hill Cidery, Bold Rock Cidery, Brothers Brewery, Pale Fire Brewery, Stable Craft Brewery, Cave Hill Brewery, to name a few, all 5 to 20 minutes away * Civil War Battlefields? Port Republic is one! Visit the Colline, Cross Keys, New Market and Piedmont, too * Climb a mountain! You are just 3 miles from Madison Run Trailhead at the base of Shenandoah National Park and can be on Skyline Drive in 14 miles from Swift Run Gap or Rockfish Gap park entrances * Bike riding, caverns, antiquing, star gazing, BBQing, relaxing, unwinding, sightseeingThis is just a start on all there is to see and do. Gather the family and friends to enjoy this delightful, and scenic riverside Village of Port Republic, a National Historic Registered Site.Bear Escape, a cute, very little (650 sq ft.) cottage gives you all the conveniences of a modern, two bedroom home, with spa bathroom ( BUT you do need to go through the primary bedroom to get to the ONLY bathroom) and fantastically appointed new kitchen, in the peaceful atmosphere of Virginia's Shenandoah Valley, right on the South Fork of the Shenandoah River. Endless sights to see. Walk to the Shenandoah River. You are 5 minutes from Grand Caverns and 35 from Luray Caverns. Shenandoah River Rafters can outfit you for a float or kayak adventure. Outdoor Adventures (540-879-9030) The Shenandoah Winery Trail, Silverback Distillery, Bold Rock and Old Hill Cideries, Stablecraft, Three Notched, Skipping Rock Breweries, to name but just a few, are right nearby. Enjoy hiking in Shenandoah National Park, Skyline Drive and Blue Ridge Parkway, plus music and festivals, and restaurants that rival New York, but without the price tag. Scroll to the very end for a detailed listing of things to do and see, plus a list of some of my favorite restaurants.CAVING: Grand Caverns is just 3 miles away, having one of the best collections of shield formations in the world, according to Parade Magazine. Luray Caverns is only 35 miles away. Check out Endless Caverns and Shenandoah Caverns, too. STROLLING: You can walk everywhere in the Historic Village of Port Republic, a Civil War battle site, on the Virginia Historic Register. Just amble to the riverside for a picnic, jump in if it gets hot. Kayak the river, float in an inner tube, or fly fish. You are minutes from the base of Shenandoah National Park, where you can hike Madison Run Trailhead, the RipRap Trail, or just travel a bit more and conquer Old Rag or White Oak Canyon! Massanutten Four Season Resort is 20 minutes away. Port Republic has its own village run museum, too! Open Sundays and by special appointment.Bear Escape Cottage has a Comfort Aire king size bed in the Sunflower bedroom. The Bear Cubs bedroom has a queen size Beauty Rest mattress which will give you gorgeous mountain views. Open the Drexel Heritage sleeper sofa, and fit two more. Please remember, this cottage has ONLY one big beautiful spa bathroom, that you access THROUGH the primary bedroom. The gorgeous, Italian tiled shower features four separate shower heads, a rain shower head with a handheld shower head, too, and two individual temperature controls. No longer be frozen (or scalded) because your partner has different ideas of comfort than you do. Or... enjoy a shower outside, under the stars, in the modern, temperature controlled, completely private outdoor shower. Outdoor shower karaoke anyone?The kitchen, with stainless steel appliances, has beautiful blue macaubre quartzite counters. Breakfast is easy. Outside, you will find a gas grill, chaise lounges, patio furniture and hammock to enjoy the evening BBQ, fire pit and star gazing.With over 55 languages spoken in Harrisonburg schools, you will understand that this small town boasts many interesting and culturally diverse restaurants: * Fusion Korean at Mashita, * Asian fusion at Beyond * Modern American at the Chop House or Rocktown Kitchen * Fine dining, with outdoor patio at the Joshua Wilton House (my absolute favorite!)Staunton, just 20 minutes away, with the Blackfriars Theater, the only theater-in-the-round just like Stratford-on-Avon. Check out Zynodea Restaurant. James Madison University, Bridgewater College, and Eastern Mennonite University are only 10 to 20 minutes by car.Want a gorgeous hike with waterfalls, swimming holes, rock scrambles and gorgeous views? You are just 3 miles from Madison Run Trailhead, and only 25 minutes from Swift Run Gap or Rockfish Gap entry to Skyline Drive in the Shenandoah National Park. Hike Doyle's Falls, Jones Falls, for waterfalls. Rock scramble? Bearfence Mountain is unbelievable!!!Relax with a tour of local wineries, as Cross Keys, Brix and Columns, Barren Ridge, and Bluestone are 10 to 20 minutes drive. Plus you have access to about 50 more wineries within an hour's drive. Google Shenandoah Wine Trail. The Glass House Winery is unbelievably beautiful. Most of these venues feature music, too. You can easily cross Afton Mountain to reach Charlottesville for a days visit to UNESCO World Heritage site of University of Virginia and Monticello, the home of Thomas Jefferson.Besides tastings and tours, you can enjoy local music, from Pick'n and Grinnin' to the best live dance music. Ski Massanutten only 18 minutes away. Local auctions held most days of the week will delight with bargain treasures. Green Valley Auctions, my favorite. See Auctionzip.com and use zip code 24471. Looking for antiques? Shop The Factory Antique Mall in Verona.Virginia boasts many micro breweries, so stop for a cold one on your bike ride at Stablecraft Breweries for live music. When you finally say "when", rinse off in the outdoor shower with fantastic views of the Valley. It IS the only way to star gaze. The Shenandoah Valley allows you clear views of the Milky Way, and invites you to compare the "milky wonders" of the best ice cream ever! Kline's vs. Grammie's vs. Wright's Dairy vs. Smiley's...Mmmmmm. If you can tear yourself away from the back yard chaise lounges, the succulent wonders arising from the BBQ, and the peaceful sounds of crickets and songbirds.We have a guestbook and a Facebook page, with WHAT to do, WHEN to do it and HOW. I am updating this page continuously. Just 150 miles (2.5 hours) from Washington, Richmond, and Roanoke. 50 miles from Charlottesville, 8 to Harrisonburg, 18 to Staunton.Google "What's happening in Harrisonburg, or Staunton or Rockingham County."What to see:Grand Caverns ( 3 mi), Luray Caverns (25 mi), Endless Caverns (30 mi), Shenandoah Caverns (35 mi)Skyline Drive and Blue Ridge Parkway (14 mi)Civil War Battlefields: Port Republic (you're here!), New Market, Cross Keys, Piedmont, Shenandoah National Park, George Washington National Forest, Sherando Lake, Natural Chimneys Monticello, home of Thomas Jefferson, Ash Lawn, James Monroe's home, and Michie Tavern (delicious, colonial fare)Museum of Port RepublicUniversity of Virginia, UNESCO World Heritage SiteWhat to do:Cycle Shenandoah Valley country roadsHike waterfalls, or rock scrambles in Shenandoah National Park, George Washington National Forest Horseback riding at Massanutten or Big Meadows, Mountain Top Ranch (mountaintopranch.com), Riversbend Ranch (riversbedranch.com)Virginia Wine Trail, nearby Cross Keys Vineyard, Brix and Columns Vineyard, Bluestone Vineyard, Barren Ridge Winery Local breweries, Three Brothers, Three Notched. The Stablecraft, Skipping Rock or Bold Rock Cidery or Old Hill CideryGuided Tours:Outdoor Adventures, www.oaeinc.biz, (540) 879-9030 for guided rafting, kayaking, paddleboardingWhere to eat:Joshua Wilton Restaurant (My Absolute Favorite!)Chop House (Yummy steaks)Mashita (Korean fusion)Rocktown Kitchen Clementines Taste of Thai or Thai Flavor or Beyond (Asian fusion)Many other cuisines, Salvadorian, Peruvian, Oaxacan, Central Mexico, Zynandoa in Staunton Music and theater:Blackfriars Theater, the ONLY theater in the round outside Stratford-on-AvonLime Kiln TheaterOrkney Springs, a beautiful venue that rivals Wolf TrapMassanutten Resort Base CampBluestone Vineyard, Cross Keys (and many others)Oak Grove Theater--an intimate theater, outdoors, in the woods!Court Square Theater Forbes Theater Pale Fire Brewery Special Events:Historic Virginia Garden Tours (April)Rockingham County Fair (August)<b