In Front Royal .At this Front Royal chalet, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Shenandoah River and 6 miles (10 km) of Shenandoah National Park. George Washington National Forest and Skyline Caverns are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Front Royal Entrance Shenandoah National Park - 11 min drive - 7.5 km
Shenandoah River State Park - 18 min drive - 17.8 km
Dickey Ridge Visitor Center - 19 min drive - 14.1 km
Restaurants
McDonald's - 10 min drive
Spelunker's - 10 min drive
Wendy's - 13 min drive
Mom's Country Kitchen - 11 min drive
Melting Pot Pizza - 14 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.
River Retreat-modern luxury 5 min to Skyline Drive
Luxe modern cabin near Shenandoah National Park! Stylish, relaxed, and comfortable with amazing views of the river and mountains. Grab a meal from nearby charming Front Royal or cook a meal in our chef's kitchen.
A newly built vacation house: perfect for a getaway with friends or family. All the modern comforts in the countryside, and a hot tub! We have ample parking in our driveway for 3 to 4 cars. We also have both a Tesla and Chargepoint EV Charger
Skyline Drive: 5 minutes. Front Royal 5-10 minutes. Luray Caverns: 20 minutes. Inn at little Washington: 30 minutes. Visit wineries in all directions. The house has several living spaces including a lounge with a coffee and bar area. Both the main floor and the loft have a cozy sectional and large TV with streaming services. 3 bedrooms all with private baths, and a powder room on the main level. A first floor primary with a King bed. The loft has two bedrooms: a queen bed and bath/shower combo a California King bed with a shower
The basement is unfinished but has the laundry, and access to the lower patio with an all weather ping-pong table and a 5-6 person hot tub! We won't invade your space, but please don't hesitate to reach out for any issues or recommendations! We will send you clear directions to the house and a list of our local favorites before you check in!
Property manager
Karen Thomson
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Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Property does not allow children
Unit size: 2,000 square feet
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 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children.
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 is a carbon monoxide detector 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 first aid kit
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
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River Retreat-modern luxury 5 min to Skyline Drive Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
John P., Washington, DC
May 15, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Looks good from the road...
Bathrooms and bedrooms were good. Otherwise, the condition was poor. It's as though nobody cleaned after the last guests. Filthy grill unusable. Moldy coffee grounds in the coffee maker. Broken toys and appliances on the floor. Screens fallen off windows and not fixed. Never seen anything like this in years of VRBO patronage.
John P.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris A.
Feb 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Stay!!
My family and I loved staying at this house. It had everything you could ever need. The beds were very comfortable, the living areas spacious, and the deck very expansive. The solo stove was a nice amenity to have. The check-in process was very easy and the recommendations for nearby activities and food were excellent. We would definitely stay here again!
Chris A.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laura K.
Jan 6, 2024
Lovely stay in a comfortable home
We greatly enjoyed visiting the area and found the property comfortable and the host welcoming. Before check in, we were provided with clear instructions on all items related to the home as well as a number of useful recommendations in terms of local restaurants and activities. There were a couple of minor repairs needed including to the gas fireplace and there was a small hole in the kitchen floor but these did not interfere with our enjoyment of our stay.
Laura K.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shadeara G.
Nov 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
Check in and out were very low maintenance and easy. The owners were easy to contact and the house was very clean and all of the amenities worked as expected. The home is beautiful and has a beautiful view from the balcony. It’s also in a convenient location if you want to find activities like wineries, etc.
The only issue was there were a lot of lady bugs and stink bugs in the home. The hot tub also could have been cleaner. And the house was hard to navigate to using the actual address. The owner provided an alternate address and instructions that were much better though.
I would still recommend it to others.
Shadeara G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mary Anne H.
Oct 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beauty Inside and Out
This house is beaUtiful and the view is AMAZING! Well equipped kitchen and lovely wine/bar sitting area. The owners responded in a VERY timely manner. The soaking tub was divine. I have NOTHING negative to say!
Mary Anne H.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Karen P.
Apr 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice!
Great house with nice views. Very convenient to Skyline Drive. Clean, modern interior with beautiful decor and comfortable furnishings/beds. Kitchen was very well-stocked. The game table in the upstairs loft was a big hit!
Karen P.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ellen S.
Jan 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Easy Getaway
This property is exactly as noted--clean, bright, and new, with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Convenient to Skyline drive, parks, historic downtown, wineries, and restaurants. Thank you for opening your house to us.
Ellen S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Julie R.
Jan 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at this property!
This house was new, clean, well stocked in the kitchen and bathrooms with essentials which was very nice. . Quick responses with the owner when I had questions.
Enjoyed our stay!!
Julie R.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
8/10 Good
Loretta S.
Jan 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Front Royal House
We stayed 2 nights as we wanted to go hiking in Shenandoah. The place was new, clean and each bedroom has a bathroom. My only complaint (and this is not a reflection on the property) was that what was initially a reasonable price for 2 nights ended up costing more than 50 % additional in cleaning and VRBO fees. If you are staying a. week, it would be worth it but for 2 days, we should have booked a hotel (our bad).
Loretta S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer P.
Nov 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great for Family Gatherings
We gathered as a family to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday in this beautiful home. The home is pristine with amazing views of the sunrise as you enjoy your coffee sitting on the deck of this home. The kitchen is a chef's dream with all necessary cooking supplies, including a robust spice collection. I could not recommend this property highly enough.
Jennifer P.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mollika P.
Nov 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect pet friendly retreat with all of the comforts of home tucked away in the Shenandoah!
Communication with the property owners was excellent. The place is gorgeous and is located by the Northern entrance of Shenandoah National Park. Beautiful space, the pictures do NOT do it justice. Located close to Washington DC and just minutes to Skyline Drive and the National Park. We loved the location and the views were breathtaking. Appreciated the fully stocked kitchen and small touches like travel toiletries available if you forgot yours. Will definitely visit again!
Mollika P.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Debbie H., Lynnwood, Wa
Nov 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
This house was a great place to stay for so many reasons. Our trip was two couples and my (disabled) mother in law. The first floor main bedroom was perfect for her, and the upstairs space was good if we wanted to get away.
The house also came equipped with so many little, important things. Spices, seating options, books, even firewood.
It is close to town and things to do but far enough away for the quiet. The view from the hot tub at night is wonderful. The occasional train or plane going by somehow even felt special.
Debbie H.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Deborah S.
Nov 16, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home with a great view.
This home was extremely comfortable and conveniently located near the Front Royal entrance to Shenandoah National Park.
Deborah S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mary O.
Sep 28, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Reunion w friends
We stayed in this gorgeous home in Front Royal not far from a college friend's home on the river where we met daily for a mini college reunion. It was the perfect spot to enjoy all of the beauty of this part of Va. Very modern. Brand new, beautifully decorated and so comfortable. Perfect!!!
Mary O.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Laurie M.
Jun 23, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
The house was amazing! It was just what we needed for a Father’s Day getaway. The place was super clean and very nicely decorated. The views of the mountains and river were wonderful. We will definitely be booking again!