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Smart TV, fireplace
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Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4780 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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Luray, VA
  • Luray Caverns
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Thorton Gap Entrance Shenandoah
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Luray

This cabin places you next to George Washington National Forest and Shenandoah River. The cabin includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Luray Caverns - 18 min drive - 11.9 miles
  • The Garden Maze at Luray Caverns - 18 min drive - 12.1 miles
  • Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park - 21 min drive - 14.5 miles
  • Thorton Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 29 min drive - 20.1 miles
  • Massanutten Storybook Trail - 37 min drive - 20.2 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Castle Vineyards - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Espresso Tech - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Hazard Mill Kitchen - ‬55 min drive
  • ‪Po Green's - ‬46 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Barney's Retreat- Rustic cabin on the river!

Come enjoy this fisherman's paradise just steps from the bank of the Shenandoah River! Equipped with everything you need to feel at home, we promise you'll never want to leave! Enjoy the gorgeous river views from the bank, the firepit, or from the large screened porch where relaxation comes naturally. JUST ADDED: A beautiful, bubbly hot tub! Come sit and soak while watching the river flow by!

* 2 Queen Beds
* Waterfront
* Screened-in porch
* Indoor wood burning fireplace
* Fully Equipped kitchen
* Microwave
* Keurig
* High Speed Internet
* Streaming TV
* Charcoal Grill
* Fire pit/picnic area

We are convenient to: Shenandoah River, Luray Caverns, Skyline drive, Skyline Caverns, George Washington National Forest, Shenandoah National Park, Bass Fishing, Trout Fishing, Wildlife Observation, Antiquing, Summer Swimming, Horseback Riding, Sightseeing, 18 Hole Golf Course, Hunting, Canoeing and Tubing.

HOT TUB JUST INSTALLED!

FAQ / Cabin Rules:

-Check-in 3:00 PM Check-out 11:00 AM

-Pet fee $50/ max 1 dog under 50 lbs. - No Cats

-Please note that due to the water in the area, there may be a slight sulfur smell when the water is first turned on. There is a water filter at the cabin, but there is still sometimes a little bit of an odor to the water- it is perfectly safe to drink and will dissipate very quickly, but it's something for guests to be aware of!

Please note: The optional firewood charge of $10/night is for firewood. If you don't think you will use the firewood or would like to bring your own, please let us know! We are more than happy to refund that to you.

PLEASE NOTE for November - March bookings: During these winter months, a four-wheel drive (4WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicle is recommended in case of implement weather.

There is no trash service in the area, so we ask you to please take your trash with you. There are instructions in the cabin telling you where to go to take it so you don’t have to take it all the way home! Alternatively, the house manager can take them for a tip of $5 per bag.
The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a fireplace, a coffee maker, and a phone.

Property manager

Katy & Laura from Shenandoah Rentals (ShenRent com)

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 780 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (20 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Maximum one dog. $50 pet fee. Under 50 lbs

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this cabin?

This cabin is located in Luray and just steps from George Washington National Forest and Shenandoah River. You'll also find Chalybeate Spring and Hazard Mill Recreation Area nearby.

Is there parking available at this cabin?

No, there isn't parking available at the cabin.

Is this cabin next to a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, this cabin doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is Barney's Retreat- Rustic cabin on the river! good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront cabin include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Does Barney's Retreat- Rustic cabin on the river! have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this cabin.

Does this cabin offer breakfast?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cabin allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cabin.

Does this cabin have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cabin.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Barney's Retreat- Rustic cabin on the river!?

No, there aren't any cabins with balconies at Barney's Retreat- Rustic cabin on the river!.

Barney's Retreat- Rustic cabin on the river! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 50 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Taylor H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

We had a fantastic and relaxing time at this property. We were able to check in early and were able to relax after a rough day in the clean hot tub! Fantastic communication with the property owners and managers! We had such a great time we have recommended the accommodations to friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

t c.

Liked: Cleanliness

south fork

rustic cabin with very small bathroom, but the property more than made up for it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Barneys Retreat

A cute little house in the water. Beautiful view and quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice long weekend getaway

We came to stay for our anniversary and really loved everything. Clean and perfect size! Hot tub was clean. The power did go out once, but only for maybe 20 minutes. Good information was left in the guest info book. Only two things I would note is that the shower is very smell, and if you’re sensitive to scented detergent, I would bring your own bedding. It wasn’t all washed in something scented, but something was enough to notice. Check in/check out was super simple. We will definitely come back in the future :)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omar P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway...

This was our 2nd time staying at Barney's retreat and our 2nd time being completely amazed. The home was clean just as before, and as peaceful as before!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camryn A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable, cozy cabin on the river

This cabin is so cute and a perfect stay for a winter getaway or summer escape! It’s very small and cozy but still comfortable with good quality appliances and amenities, and the hot tub is wonderful! The hosts were very communicative and gracious, and the property is located on a lovely private stretch of river while still being close to town! They provided all of the firewood we needed, and the cabin was a very comfortable stay. We will definitely be coming back in the summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abed K.

Liked: Cleanliness

peaceful retreat

We had a great long weekend here. It was everything we wanted and more.this place is nice because of the beautiful views. one level and easy access to river. Well equip kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

marie Q.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Views are fantastic

Overall this place is nice because of the beautiful views. Pros: views, one level and easy access to river. Well equip kitchen. Cons: Only pile of wet wood under a tree, not any wood in wood shed. They did drop the firewood charge. There is a firewood charge. Could not use the jacuzzi during our stay as "stuff" in it. Management company did offer to have it drained but we were there only a few days and wanted the privacy. Definitely not looking as nice as the pics but if you want a nice private place to hang out this is it. Nothing to do with the owners but the overall fees and cleaning deposit etc., doubled the cost of our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our stay was too short!

We absolutely loved this little cabin! Just my husband and me for our anniversary trip. Definitely the most well stocked kitchen with cutlery, good pots and pans, etc. plus plenty of spices. Right on the river! Only 20 minutes from wal mart and grocery stores but really out there to get the secluded feel we were looking for. Right down the road from Shenandoah River Outfitters. We did the rafting on the river adventure. We hope to be back very soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay!

We had a great long weekend here. It was everything we wanted and more. Hosts were attentive with any questions. We will definitely be back and stay longer on our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Keith H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just us🙂

Grounds and river were lovely. Cabin could use a little work but it didn't spoil a wonderful week on the Shenandoah. Hot Tub was a great.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan D., Miami, FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend break

Time to chill in a beautiful location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

grace b.

Liked: Cleanliness

peaceful retreat

My family had an absolute blast during our visit, making treasured memories in the embrace of nature. The ambiance was serene and is ideal for unwinding. We love the river, cooking s'mores at the fire pit, & playing at the yard. Everything is provided at Barney's retreat. All you need to bring is food. The not-so-favorite of ours is the hot tub because it appears not so clean and the water is a bit cloudy. Overall, Barney's Retreat is a perfect retreat for rejuvinating the mind and soul.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy place right on the river!

My boyfriend and I stayed here last year to celebrate his birthday weekend and we loved it so much we came back this year, so cute and quaint. We will be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Matthew G.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Mostly Okay.

I scheduled this trip for a short getaway with my spouse and parents. I sought out a property with a hot tub, that was along the Shenandoah River close enough to the Shenandoah NP, and was dog-friendly. The property was kind enough to allow us to have a second dog for an additional fee above their advertised 1 dog limit. Comms were smooth. The property was not super clean but manageable. I'll add, that I communicated with the property management team and they were attentive to addressing the concerns though were dismissive of the issues. The ceiling has dust and spiderwebs hanging throughout; overhead lights included. There was a wolf spider nest that spanned a couple of feet in the bathroom above the door. There was cookware and dishware that needed to be washed before use, the blender had a black grime on its button panel. The house water filter was in obvious need of replacement (My father and I are plumbers). I needed to clean the toilet when I arrived. The bathroom walls need cleaning as well. Our chief issue was the state of the hot tub. The water was cloudy to the point that you could not see the bottom of it and the interior of the cover had a green/brown algae/mold film on it. The property managers were amicable to our request for a refund of the cleaning fee and hot tub charge. Beyond the tub, spiders, and cleaning need, the property was fine and the location is great. I'd recommend the property and would stay again if the issues fielded were handled.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A weekend away

We loved it… until we checked out the hot tub! It was unusable. Needed complete cleaning with a water change. I sent an email with pics to the property mgr and they offered to send someone over but we declined knowing the time needed to resolve the issue. We enjoyed the indoor fireplace as well as the fire pit outside. We’d like to go back in nicer weather and clean hot tub!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic get away

Clean, charming and relaxing! Stocked with all the necessities needed and more. Great location very peaceful My family loved Barney’s retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kevin D.

Relaxing

Very nice location. We really enjoyed the cabin. Extremely relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Kathryn N.

Just us

I could list everything that was wrong but instead the hot tub was great...the river was beautiful. Unfortunately, my second night was cut short by wind storm cutting electric. It is what it says but it needs some work.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary J.

Liked: Cleanliness

AWESOME!!!!

This little cabin was everything we had expected and more. I will be sure to come back, so cute and cozy! Thank you so much much for sharing this home!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

We had a great stay at Barney’s Retreat. It was the perfect size for 2 and close to attractions. The house was clean and had everything you needed. The screened porch and fire pit were definitely a plus. It was just a little too cold for the hot tub. Overall I would definitely rent this house again and would recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Private, beautiful and pristine

The pictures online don't represent Barney's retreat accurately. The river is literally 2 feet from the firepit. There is a nice small fishing pier on the property that easily fits 2 lawn chairs. 2 huge picnic tables in the yard and one on the screen porch. The jacuzzi is also on the screen porch. 2 bedrooms. The mattresses were great in both. The only minor complaints were that we arrived in the dark and it took a few passes to find it because the sign was not lit and the house number was not seen by the street like the other properties. Secondly, I am a serious coffee drinker and the pod coffee maker took a few times to get the hang of. Other than that, it was exactly as advertised and we really enjoyed it !
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Kristy P.

Nice secluded house

If you want seclusion this is the right house to rent. Beautiful views. I enjoyed relaxing by the fire in front of the river. Very quiet. The house could have been a little cleaner. There was dust webs on the ceiling. We encountered quite a few spiders. We had to kill 3 or 4 upon arriving and there wasn’t any bug spray. This would not prevent me from staying again as I’m aware this comes with being in the woods.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Riverside Retreat

Located 20 minutes from Luray down a country road that becomes gravel. Most neighbors are RV campers. View and access to river is perfect. House is very old, interior has been nicely remodeled but bathroom is crazy small, like a cruise ship. Great for just 1-3 people
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022