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Charming cottage retreat by Shenandoah National Park and Madison Run Trailhead

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Grottoes, VA
  • Place, Port Republic Museum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Port republic Battle Field
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand Caverns
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Grottoes

Located within a mile (2 km) of Shenandoah National Park, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Port Republic Museum. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Port Republic Museum - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Port republic Battle Field - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Grand Caverns - 10 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • White Oak Lavender Farm & The Purple WOLF Vineyard - 15 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • James Madison University - 21 min drive - 15.6 miles

Getting around

  • Staunton Station - 30 min drive
  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lil Guss’ - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪CrossKeys Vineyards - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Wood Fired Oven - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ciro's Flying Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬8 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.

Charming cottage retreat by Shenandoah National Park and Madison Run Trailhead

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.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Grottoes within a short 15-minute walk of Shenandoah National Park. You'll also find Shenandoah River and Grand Caverns within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Charming cottage retreat by Shenandoah National Park and Madison Run Trailhead?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Charming cottage retreat by Shenandoah National Park and Madison Run Trailhead good for couples?

Couples staying at this cottage will value amenities like a kitchen, a mountain view in some cottage, as well as a garden.

Does Charming cottage retreat by Shenandoah National Park and Madison Run Trailhead have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does Charming cottage retreat by Shenandoah National Park and Madison Run Trailhead have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional), which is 7.8 mi away (19 minutes by car). Another top airport is Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO), which is around 20.2 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Charming cottage retreat by Shenandoah National Park and Madison Run Trailhead?

Yes, every cottage at Charming cottage retreat by Shenandoah National Park and Madison Run Trailhead comes with a patio and some offer mountain views.

Charming cottage retreat by Shenandoah National Park and Madison Run Trailhead Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kitchen is small but well equipped. We had everything we needed. The grocery store is about 10 minutes away, it is a regular store. No small town difficulty.House is clean. It feels well loved and cared for.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Katie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage was beautifully furnished and in a gorgeous setting within walking distance to several trails that enter Shenandoah National Park. We enjoyed relaxing with our morning coffee by the creek, sitting by the gas fireplace in the evening, and taking walks around the scenic property. The laundry and kitchen areas were also convenient and well appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eric E., Hockessin, Delaware

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage was perfect for our stay (2 adults and 2 teenagers). We appreciated that basic items were available such as paper towels, soap and coffee. We enjoyed hiking and playing tennis nearby and visiting Harrisonburg and Charlottesville.
The river in the back of the house. Very peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wayne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage as cozy and the property was beautiful. We did like the amenities and the location. We left you a few placemats for the kitchen table as a thank you and to add to the homelike feeling.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kierstin J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was beautiful, well equipped, and exactly as explained. We enjoyed a quiet stay and venturing to Harrisonburg. We spent quality time as a family and enjoyed this little cottage. We would definitely go again, and just might!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin and Kaitlynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kitchen was very nicely appointed and easy to use.Everything in the house was immaculate. Laundry was good to have as we could assist owner in preparing for next guests by starting the laundry.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy O.

Liked: Cleanliness
We totally enjoyed this cozy cottage outside Shenandoah National Park. It was quiet and serene, and an easy commute to the park for hiking and sightseeing. The fall colors were beautiful! The beds were comfortable, and we had all we needed! We explored several of the surrounding towns, and were pleased to attend a performance of Romeo and Juliet at the Blackfriars Shakespeare Theatre in Staunton, which was a treat!
Cottage with fall colors
Blackfriars Shakespeare Theater
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our little get away! Great location close to the national park
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia w.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a quaint, quiet little cottage about 20 minutes from JMU. It is rural without being isolated-about 20 minutes to anything you need. Enjoyed having 2 fire-road type trails within walking distance, perfect for a morning run in the woods. Creek behind property was dry, likely due to season and little rainfall
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madeline S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage is cute and cozy! The home is really well stocked, and we appreciated having a comfortable, well-renovated home as we explored the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael G N.

Liked: Cleanliness
As my decades-ago college roommate and I met up to spend time together at this beautiful property, the setting was perfect. The setting is gorgeous, with a gentle stream, running alongside it, plenty of birds up in the nearby woods, and nice spaces outside to sit and enjoy nature. We even sat outside one evening on the porch to watch an incoming thunderstorm, and it was magical.The amenities in the home reflected deep and thoughtful consideration of what guests might need. The kitchen had everything we needed to make our own meals, the bathroom was clean and bright, and the bedrooms were inviting.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mickey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful,cute,sweet!!!Great place, lovely landscape, wildlife visited every nightClose to hiking trails, easy drive to Staunton
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property was beautiful, cottage was exactly as portrayed on here. The host was very responsive to messages. The only thing was the mattress protector on the king bed made us hot while sleeping, but I understand why there is a protector on and a little fan fixed that.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Syble H.

Liked: Cleanliness
This cottage had everything we needed. Very peaceful and private.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip E.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerod S.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall the stay was great the beds could have been more comfortable. I woke up a few time sweating due to the mattress cover.when we walked down to the river there was a bunch of broken glass from beer bottles it looks like. We cleaned it up. Wonderful cottage though.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

My family absolutely loved this cottage. It was great for our visit to Shenandoah
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness

stay

excellent place to stay!! clean, beds were comfy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sunshine L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Mountain Getaway

We LOVED our stay at this property! Such a beautiful home and very clean. The outside is gorgeous and surrounded by flowers. Had so much fun with my girls playing in the creek, which is larger than it looks in the pictures. So many fun hikes and things to do close by. We wish it was our house
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

AnnaMarie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and excellent communication. Loved the creek and wanted to sit on the porch to enjoy it but at this time of year there are a lot of bugs. Recommend screening the porch in so it can be enjoyed without the bugs. The kitchen is well stocked but would have loved to have a grill.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pattie, Roxboro,NC

Liked: Cleanliness
This cabin was so cute,way bigger inside than it looked , There is a creek running behind the cabin , I sat on the porch in the mornings having my coffee,listening to the water,watching deer while smelling the wonderful scent of the gardenias rowing close . When I arrived I was pleased to note a coffee station all set up,what a nice and thoughtful touch . I had a great stay here
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

Liked: Cleanliness

You’ll Wish You Could Stay Longer

What a lovely cottage, beautifully appointed, with a great mixture of all modern conveniences and antique furniture. The kind hosts have thought of everything, from coffee service to toiletries. The setting, on a stream at the foot of Shenandoah National Park, is a serene, wooded slice of heaven. We hope to be back one day.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025