Originally built in 1870, The Maury River House is a SUPER SPACIOUS, well appointed riverfront vacation home nestled in the Allegheny mountains of Rockbridge Baths, VA. COMPLETELY renovated, the house has 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, is highly infant & kid-friendly, sleeps up to 14 people comfortably, comes with a fire pit, firewood, 2 kayaks, a canoe and games, is 50 yards from the river, 2 minutes from Goshen Pass and 15 minutes from Lexington.. With easy access to local microbreweries, vineyards & outdoor activities such as swimming, hiking, fishing, & canoeing, the scenic location of this home is sure to please!
*We love hosting families and we especially welcome families with infants, toddlers and children. We know how difficult it is to travel with young ones and we have intentionally set up this house to be highly infant, toddler and kid-friendly!
**This house does NOT permit parties or large gatherings WITHOUT special permission from the hosts, a signed small event contract, and an additional rental fee. Check out our listing 'The Maury River House: Small Event and Stay' for small events on VRBO. Otherwise, only registered guests (meaning guests sleeping at the property and who are a part of the number count; not to exceed 14 persons) are allowed on the property during the duration of the guests' stay.
***My husband and I personally clean, maintain and manage this 153 year old home and property. Not only do we place a high standard on cleanliness and sanitization, but the stewardship of this space and the intention that our guests have a 5 star experience is very personal to us. We mean it when we say we are happy you are here and if there is anything we can do to enhance your stay, please let us know.
Driving Distances from The Maury River House::
Goshen Pass - 2 minutes
I-64 and I-81 - 15 minutes
Lexington - 15 minutes
Washington and Lee University - 20 minutes
Virginia Military Institute - 20 minutes
Southern Virginia University - 25 minutes
Natural Bridge and the Caverns - 30 minutes
Virginia Safari Park - 30 minutes
Virginia Horse Center - 15 minutes
Devil's Backbone Brewing Company - 15 minutes
Jump Mountain Vineyards - 8 minutes
Ecco Adesso Vineyards - 20 minutes
Rockbridge Vineyard - 24 minutes
Heliotrope Brewery - 24 minutes
Great Valley Farm Brewery and Winery - 29 minutes
Halcyon Days Cider Co. - 30 minutes
Big Spring Farm - 15 minutes
Whistle Hollow Farm - 15 minutes
Heartstone Lodge and Retreat - 25 minutes
House Mountain Inn - 25 minutes
The Seclusion - 40 minutes
Historic Downtown Staunton - 30 minutes
Frontier Culture Museum - 30 minutes
Homestead Omni Resort in Hot Springs - 45 minutes
Massanutten Ski Resort - 1 hour
Wintergreen Ski Resort - 1 hour
The Maury River House is NOT your basic short term rental. Not only is she a 154 year old home that has been COMPLETELY renovated but she is intentionally set up to evoke a luxurious and contemporary yet cozy and timeless vibe for her guests. The spacious kitchen is equipped with top of the line appliances, stainless steel pots and pans and connects to an expansive Great room so every cook feels pampered and included in the action. Measuring 1200 square feet in size, the substantial Great Room area is ideal for large groups and includes the kitchen, dining room space for 14 persons, a living room area with two leather couches, a gas fireplace, a 65 inch flat screen TV, and connects to a large deck with seating for 14 persons.
Surrounded by river and mountain views, the house measures 3100 square feet in size and is furnished throughout with high quality antiques and modern technology which happily brings the best of both worlds to your vacation. The bathrooms are completely upgraded with top of the line utilities, tiled showers, a jetted tub and a refinished claw foot tub that is original to the house. The interior of the home incorporates many original features including the river rock chimney in the kitchen and two chimneys, outside, the original floorboards on the wall of the living room, the oak staircase, the attic floorboards on the Great room shelving, trimming and kitchen island and the exposed ceiling trusses in the upstairs bedrooms. The exterior of the home features one of the historic hand built rock and steel bridges that used to extend across the Maury River and gives this part of the Shenandoah Valley its namesake - Rockbridge County. Everything we have done to this beloved home and property has been to provide contemporary comfort while also preserving her former aesthetic and charm. Between the extensive amount of amenities provided In the home, the river access with a canoe and kayaks and the picturesque location, it is our sincerest hope that our guests have everything they need to have an exceptional stay full of happy memories.
STRICT NO PET POLICY. No excuses. No exceptions. No Emotional Support Animals allowed. Bring a pet and you will be REQUIRED to find alternate lodging for that animal or your reservation will be CANCELED without refund.
Amenities Included:
WIFI (fiber optic)
65 inch Smart TV for streaming in Great Room
outdoor fire pit with firewood provided
propane grill with propane provided
2 kayaks and a canoe (available when river water levels are safe)
life vests for children and adults
floats and noodles
large deck
12 Adirondack chairs
yard games including bocce, cornhole, croquet & horseshoes
3 gas fireplaces
old-school Nintendo with 35 games
board games and puzzles
books for all ages
toys
costume trunk for children
55 inch Smart TV for streaming in 5th bedroom
kitchen fully stocked with cookware and cooking utensils
Pack-n-Play
high chair
baby gates for kids' room
child safety locks on furniture
outlet protectors
infant bathtub
fresh herbs for cooking during the growing season- oregano, sage, thyme & various mints
***For all guests intending on enjoying the river, we highly recommend you bring water shoes as some of the rocks can be slippery. If you do not own any, there are some provided at the house.
The house is located next to a small country church and cemetery.