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Secluded Mountain Cabin, Lakefront, Hiking, Fishing, Relaxing

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Dates

July 2025

August 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4900 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Fireplace
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Syria, VA

Dark Hollow Falls
Rose River Falls
Old Rag Mountain
‪19 min drive‬
Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
‪57 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Syria

Located 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from DuCard Vineyards, this cabin is within a 15-minute drive of Blue Quartz Winery. The cabin includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.

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What's nearby

DuCard Vineyards - 8 min drive - 2.6 miles
Old Rag Mountain - 19 min drive - 6.0 miles
Early Mountain Vineyards - 29 min drive - 17.9 miles
Thorton Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 49 min drive - 26.4 miles
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park - 56 min drive - 32.0 miles

Getting around

Culpeper Station - 39 min drive
Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

‪Shotwell Run Brew Co L - ‬12 min drive
‪Ducard Vineyards - ‬6 min drive
‪Central Coffee Co. - ‬20 min drive
‪Mill Valley Barbeque - ‬39 min drive
‪Dark Hollow Falls - ‬79 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.

Secluded Mountain Cabin, Lakefront, Hiking, Fishing, Relaxing

This cozy, rustic, mountain retreat is situated on four secluded acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The cabin has a shaded deck that overlooks a serene pond full of Bream and Bass and it is only a short walk to Robinson River for great Trout fishing. A five minute drive will take you to the trail head of "White Oak Canyon Falls" or ten minutes to "Old Rag Mountain", two of Virginia's most acclaimed hiking trails, complete with water falls and rock scrambling. It is also only fifteen minutes from the entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway for lovely drives or numerous other hiking trails. There are several Civil War battle sites within easy driving distance, for those history buffs in your family. The cabin is fully furnished with linens, dishes, microwave, and fireplace, etc. Dialup internet is available for those who just can't unplug. Check with your internet provider for access numbers. If something romantic, peaceful, or adventurous is what you are seeking...you have found it!

Keywords: cottage, pond, private, remote, wooded, river front, fishing, get-a-way, family, romantic, rustic, historic, wine tasting, festival, bluegrass, lodge, horseback riding,

The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a fireplace, a coffee maker, and a phone.

Property manager

Jane or Kevin

Languages

English

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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Fireplace
Living room

Entertainment

Books
DVD player
Games
Stereo
TV

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue grill

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed
Note from host: smoking allowed outside only

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board
Phone

Location highlights

In a rural location
In the mountains
On a lake

Things to do

Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby

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)
Fire extinguisher

General

Unit size: 900 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 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
2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Restrictions apply
For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: $25 pet fee

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

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: 21

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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

Secluded Mountain Cabin Lakefront Hiking Fishing Relaxing

Secluded Mountain Lakefront Hiking Fishing Relaxing Syria

Secluded Mountain Lakefront Hiking Fishing Relaxing

Secluded Mountain Cabin Lakefront Hiking Fishing Relaxing Syria

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this cabin?

This cabin is located in Syria, close to Old Rag Mountain, Dark Hollow Falls, and Rose River Falls. DuCard Vineyards is also within a driving distance of 2.4 mi.

Will I be able to park at this cabin?

No, this cabin doesn't offer parking.

Is this cabin associated with a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

What do couples enjoy most about Secluded Mountain Cabin, Lakefront, Hiking, Fishing, Relaxing?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside cabin include a fireplace and a kitchen in each cabin with some featuring lake views.

Are there hot tubs at Secluded Mountain Cabin, Lakefront, Hiking, Fishing, Relaxing?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cabin.

Does this cabin provide breakfast?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cabin allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does this cabin have connecting rooms?

No, this cabin doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this cabin?

The closest major airport to this cabin is Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO), which is about 25.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Secluded Mountain Cabin, Lakefront, Hiking, Fishing, Relaxing?

Yes, every cabin at Secluded Mountain Cabin, Lakefront, Hiking, Fishing, Relaxing comes with a balcony with some featuring lake or mountain views.

Secluded Mountain Cabin, Lakefront, Hiking, Fishing, Relaxing Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Jul 26, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Love your cabin. Very relaxing and peaceful. The owners are great to work with. Love the area.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas R.

Jul 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

Me my wife and my brother was so stressed from working we had to get away. Ive been looking everywhere to find a place that was right for us then we found the cabin with a private lake. The whole weekend we enjoyed being away from people technology and enjoyed being with each other.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Jul 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

We had a wonderful time and would definitely come back. Thank you. Cabin was nice. Quite and peaceful. Would come again and stay longer. Between my boyfriend and we caught 34 fish in two days. Slept comfortably. Loved everything about the trip.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack W.

Jun 15, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place to stay if you’re visiting the Shenandoahs.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Merry T.

Jun 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Great relaxing time away with family :) will come back

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura and Noah C.

May 17, 2025

Great Escape

We spent just 3 short days in this cabin. The location is beautiful and so lush in the spring. The opportunity for some casual fishing in the pond was fantastic. We appreciated the air conditioner, full kitchen, and collection of DVDs.Nothing super fancy but a lovely spot for a weekend escape to the mountains.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason V.

Apr 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

A great way to unplug and relax

My wife & I stayed with our twin 7 year olds and 2 dogs for 3 nights. It was secluded and had beautiful views of the pond. No cell service or internet so it was great family time of fishing, hiking horseback riding, building fires etc. Wonderfil time

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph I., Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Apr 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location for some beautiful hikes in Shenandoah Park but you WILL BE 100% OFF GRID!!

This is a perfect location for getting within a few minutes drive to some beautiful hiking trails on the eastern edge of Shenandoah National Park. Everything about the property was accurately described. The setting was so peaceful and quiet. The only reason I knocked 1 star off was because the property is 100% cut off (as is the entire area) of any cell service. The house has no wifi and you can't get cell signal so you are 100% off-grid. Nowadays, I don't really focus on that when renting a property because I assume there is going to be wifi at the very least. So this one caught me a bit off guard. I'll reiterate that there was absolutely no false representation here by the owners, so this is 1000% on me, but just so everyone knows, you will be off grid.We stayed 2 nights and after an initial adjustment, it actually was rather nice: a kind-of forced disconnection that I probably wouldn't have signed up for but after it was done, was somewhat refreshing. They do have an extensive DVD collection to entertain after dark. The owners are very communicative and helpful and I would highly recommend them.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael W.

Mar 19, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness

Wasted vacation

Evidently rustic means trashy, trash all around the property trees, falling all over the place, just waiting for the next one to fall through the cabin not as advertised took forever to get into the cabin because things were taken care of properly

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Feb 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect Valentine’s Day weekend getaway

Our stay at the cabin was everything we hoped for. No cell service? Check. No WiFi? Check. Beautiful scenery? Check. Secluded? Check. The cabin is in wonderful, rustic condition. The deck and stairs looked fairly new and felt very stable. It was stocked with everything we needed, including cookware, towels, bedding, movies, and games. Using the fireplace was awesome and incredibly easy to clean up with the tools found onsite. Communication with the owners was seamless and prompt. Their instructions on how to locate the cabin were spot on. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen S.

Jan 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous getaway

This was a perfect place to get away and completely power down. No internet, no cellphone, no TV. The property was cozy, clean, very well insulated and comfortable. We sent in the middle of winter. There was a really nice wood burning fireplace. The house overlooks a small pond. It was beautiful. It was less than a 2 hour drive from DC so very geographically desirable. Can't wait to go back.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

Jan 1, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful getaway cabin

Perfect cabin for relaxing, unplugging and hiking the nearby trails! The cabin has everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We loved that we could cook full meals in the kitchen and there were plenty of pots, pans and utensils. The wood indoor stove is top notch, we loved having cozy fires at night. There were some games, books and DVDs at the cabin which were great to have on hand to relax.The view of the surrounding area and stars at night are stunning. We enjoyed exploring the nearby towns and of course going to Shenandoah NP. This place is exactly what we were looking for- cozy, secluded, and romantic.The hosts were very responsive and kind, and provided great directions and instructions. We would love to come back again.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Desiree D.

Dec 2, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Cabin!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa G.

Nov 29, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Cabin stay

We had a great time

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kasia S.

Nov 14, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint serenity

Exceptional

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff R.

Oct 28, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant Fall Stay

We wanted to see fall colors and enjoy some cooler temperatures, and we got all that and more. The cabin is nestled in the trees and right next to a small lake, very picturesque. Check in was opening a padlock on the mailbox. The cabin is a nice size for 2 and is nicely equipped for meal prep, relaxation and unplugged enjoyment.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

Oct 16, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice trip

We enjoyed the stay - very scenic. We went to the Graves Mountain Apple Festival and hiked Old Rag.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney V.

Oct 7, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Unplugged Weekend

We had a great stay. It was nice to unplug for the weekend. The directions given by the host were extremely accurate and we had zero issues finding the place.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray C.

Sep 24, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint Cottage

My wife and I had a great time at this cabin in Syria. It was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed to enjoy ourselves. Definitely will be back for another visit.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Sep 15, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Two week stay

Cabin was great, was a little concerned about the road in but it wasn’t a problem. Location to park and hikes good, luray caverns, James Madison home also worth seeing. 5 deer out the back window on Saturday. Thanks for the new deck and steps. 😊. Only suggestion would be we had salt and no pepper and no charcoal for the grill. Beds are old and we ended up using two but all in all a fun cabin.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah N.

Sep 1, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Labor day weekend getaway

We had a great stay! The cabin was exactly what we were looking for. Secluded, tiny but with amenities, and close to lots hiking.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stratton D.

Aug 24, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Old rag hike

Wonderful stay and awesome way to escape off the grid. Peaceful location and great fishing in the pond (steps from the cabin).

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Aug 11, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Father/Son get away

My five year old and I stayed here over the weekend as a trip before he starts kindergarten. We had a wonderful time fishing, making s’mores and memories. Thanks for sharing your place with us. It’s the perfect get away from anybody.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald R.

Jul 23, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Basic, but cozy and charming and met our needs

The cabin is basic and could probably use some updating on a few things, But it seemed the host gave a good deal of thought to making sure that Guests would have what they need. The suggestions to rely on printed turn-by-turn instructions to find the property instead of relying on GPS got me a little lost arriving. If you have set your g p s before getting close to the cabin, you'll probably make out just fine. But there is no cellular service in the area of the cabin on either t mobile or verizon, So take that into consideration when planning. Once there, though, we had everything we needed. First shower was cold, but I found the breaker box and turned the hot water back on there. There was a note in a welcome guide on the coffee table saying that we would need to engage the hot water heater breaker. But I didn't realize it until a day or so into our visit. Some are cooling was provided by a single window unit air conditioner, Located at the opposite end of the cabin, from the bedrooms. With the bedroom doors closed, A/C unit provided limited comfort unless set very cold. The bedrooms are an open design which does allow some airflow over the walls, below the cabin ceiling, so that was a help. Cabin was convenient to old rag mountain, Our hiking destination and that worked well for us. We had one or two days with rain, But the cabin was comfy and cozy for an afternoon of reading to pass the time. We enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Albert S.

Jul 10, 2024

Be Careful...

The cabin is well located to the Madison County, VA area and it is secluded. However, it's old, crusty & musty and a bit overdue for a make over. Kinda reminds me of an old boy scout camp. The biggest issue, however, is access to the cabin itself. I would have to advise anyone with any mobility issue at all to think carefully before renting. The approaches are steep, many high rise steps that are made from concrete blocks and in very poor deteriorated condition. And there's no way to position your vehicle directly next to the cabin entrance doors for unloading & loading. So if you must rent here, I'd strongly advise packing very lightly or you'll be dragging your gear up and down over the damaged concrete steps. It's a slip & fall lawyers dream really. We left a day early as a result.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024