On river.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Grottoes vacation home, you'll find Grand Caverns and Port Republic Museum. Shenandoah River and Shenandoah National Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 10 min drive
Restaurants
CrossKeys Vineyards - 12 min drive
Ciros Flying Pizza - 2 min drive
Wood Fired Oven - 3 min drive
Subway - 11 min drive
Subway - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Get Away, Relax, and Unwind
This cozy home is located in the small town of Grottoes, Virginia nestled between the shade of an old Oak Tree, Maple Tree, and Pine Trees. It sits on approximately three acres with a large field behind the house where kids can run and play. In the Spring and Summer, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the rose garden in the back yard. My father passed away in March of 2017 and left behind the old home place. He spent many hours in his rose garden and enjoyed delivering them to his wife in the nursing home. Since his passing, I've completely renovated this beautiful old home on Dogwood Ave and have also began to learn the art of growing roses. My father loved to help others and loved people and I am carrying on the tradition of helping others by offering a location where folks can come away, relax and unwind. There are two lovely bedrooms; one of which has two antique brass beds. There is a special room in memory of my father who was an avid hunter and fisherman. In addition, there are games for all ages and many books and memorabilia to enjoy. The kitchen has a modern yet retro look to it. There is an old red Formica table that seats four. You can also sit and enjoy the big screen TV while seated at the bar in the kitchen. There is a coffee station completely furnished with coffee and teas to choose from.
Property manager
Karen T. Michael
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking
Car required
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Spices
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Towels provided
Toilet paper
Shampoo
Soap
Hair dryer
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite service
Games
Books
Outdoor areas
Patio
Yard
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Near laundromat
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On the river
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Things to do
Water park
Snow sports gear
Winery tours nearby
Hiking nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Rafting nearby
Swimming nearby
Golf nearby
Cycling nearby
Cave exploring nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111 sq m)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Get Away Relax Unwind House Grottoes
Get Away Relax Unwind House
Get Away Relax Unwind Grottoes
Get Away Relax Unwind
Get Away, Relax, and Unwind Grottoes
Get Away, Relax, and Unwind Private vacation home
Get Away, Relax, and Unwind Private vacation home Grottoes
Get Away, Relax, and Unwind Reviews
Reviews
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Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ileana G.
27 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas Getaway
Very well-kept and updated property in a quiet residential area a 30-minute drive from Natural Chimneys state park and Harrisonburg. It was an enjoyable 2-night stay with all the comforts of home.
Ileana G.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathy J.
14 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place to stay!
We had such an awesome time staying here! The home was so warm and welcoming and had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable! It was so clean and was decorated in such a unique way that we loved! Our host, Karen was also amazing! She was so friendly and helpful, checking in on us during our stay to be sure all was good 😊
Kathy J.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melissa J.
29 Sep 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
JMU Family Weekend
A quick twenty minute escape from the hustle and bustle of JMU Family Weekend. The house was clean, easy to access, and very comfortable. The host even went out of her way to contact us before arrival to help us avoid flooding since we were driving through the remainder of a hurricane.
Melissa J.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Deniece B.
17 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Home!!!
Karen was extremely helpful and quick to respond to all my questions. Every possible accommodation is there for you!! House is immaculate and the yard is so inviting! Everything you can possibly need is in this very clean, nicely decorated sweet home!!! Highly recommend!
Deniece B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alison J.
18 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
great getaway near shenandoah
We had a great time staying at this property. It was perfect for our family of 5 on our visit to the Shenandoah national park. The house was homey with a vintage decor. Would definitely stay there again.
Alison J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris T.
17 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice House
Karen’s home was immaculate & welcoming - no complaints at all!! Great bucolic location near parks & farmland yet only about 20 minutes to Harrisonburg. We especially loved the mid-century American styling motif - retro-look but fully modern kitchen & some neat pieces in the living room. Would definitely book another stay!
Chris T.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Yanni z.
27 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Clean and quiet. We like this place..
Yanni z.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeff M., Long Valley
15 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
JMU Graduations
The house was well appointed and very clean. Comfortable and sweetly decorated. The location to campus was perfect. Our Host was a very kind and accommodating and made for a pleasantly stay!
Jeff M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Don S.
21 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
No place like home
Lovely home..quaint and cozy..felt like home.
Don S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Donald C.
10 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Restful Respite while visiting relatives
Clean and homey. Owner very responsive. Well stocked for the stay and nice neighborhood with easy access to needs and nearby attractions.
Donald C.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Svyatoslav T.
30 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Good as usual
Our third time at the place. Nice and clean as usual. Communication is very good - coffee machine mishap solved instantly. Thank you Karen.
Svyatoslav T.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Michelle H.
25 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Softball weekend
It was a fantastic relaxing stay in a very clean and quiet house!! Would be very happy to stay again
Michelle H.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tyler S.
11 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect For Weekend Getaway
Stayed here over the weekend with my wife, sister, and brother-in-law to go to Massanutten. Location was perfect! Very quiet area. Not far from Harrisonburg where we went out one night. We also enjoyed the sidewalk access where we were able to walk down to a local bar and 7-Eleven another night. Owner is very accommodating. Aside from having fresh towels for all of us, she also had some eggs and biscuits in the fridge for us to prepare for breakfast both mornings we stayed. Bedrooms, bathrooms, living room, and kitchen were all very clean. The whole house is cozy. We will definitely consider staying here again!
Tyler S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karyn H.
5 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Karen was so accommodating! Was a perfect spot to stay for a few nights at Christmas. Thanks Karen!
Karyn H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
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26 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great option for visiting family
House has plenty of welcoming touches, like plenty of towels and outlet covers, plus some toys for kids. The bed was comfortable, water pressure in the shower was great, and it was super easy to check in and out.
For families with older kids, this is a fantastic option. For the toddler families, there are a few things that would not have survived the attention of my particular 1 year old. (Not a criticism of the house, at all, just info that I like to see in other reviews so I can decide if I am willing to properly supervise my kid in that location based on the trip we are planning.) I'd happily stay here again with my kid and my only regret is that it is no dogs allowed so we can't stay here when the dog does come with us!
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Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca H.
7 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Quick weekend get away
My family absolutely loved staying here and all the local attractions! Perfect for a quiet, nature filled , weekend getaway
Rebecca H.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marcia D., GAP
2 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Time
We enjoyed our weekend here visiting our college age son. It was out of the congestion of the college town and allowed us to relax and enjoy!
Marcia D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
29 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
lovely home
Karen was a gracious host and was very helpful and receptive. Her home was clean and had everything that we needed. We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dina B.
23 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
vacation
we enjoyed our stay! Karen was supper involved and communicative! the house was beautiful, clean and the property well kept.
thank you!!
Dina B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jason R.
31 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and host
House looked newly renovated and was super clean. Had everything we needed including breakfast! Great stay and will be booking again.
Jason R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Gail c.
30 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place to stay!
This house was very clean and everything was perfect! The owner was a great communicator! Love the house and the big oak tree out front! Gardens were beautiful too! Loved the mix of updates and retro decor! We would definitely go back and or recommend! Grottos is great. Loved brunch at the nearby winery.
Gail c.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Diana O.
19 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Happy
All three of us really enjoyed our trip. The house was spacious and comfortable. After being out all day, we really enjoyed the kitchen, being able to cook and relax laughing about our day. A great home to come back to! Karen was a fantastic host! We hope to be back again!
Diana O.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marcia D.
11 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday Weekend Getaway
We enjoyed our Easter weekend at this adorable home. Our son, attending JMU, did not get a break for Easter so we brought the celebration to him. We felt right at home and were able to prepare our holiday meal in the stocked kitchen. The spices and extra kitchen items supplied are a big help. The spacious yard was perfect for our enjoyment. Karen was very responsive to all communications and very accommodating. She leaves thoughtful treats to welcome you. We are looking forward to our next visit.
Marcia D.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Svyatoslav T.
1 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and clean
Our second stay here. Same high quality: clean, good communication with the owner, nice neighborhood.
Svyatoslav T.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Teresa F., CHESTER
25 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great home away from home!
Our host was very hospitable in letting us know what to expect.....snacks and drinks available, Keurig coffee maker, nice soaps and so much more. Home is very, very clean and comfortable. Great beds, shower, and ammenities. We loved staying there and were very comfortable. Home is nicely decorated and homey with everything we needed. Thank you, Karen, for sharing your home place!!