Hillside Hideaway.Quiet, clean, Hot tub. hidden gem, Skyline Park & Massanutten.

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Front deck… hammock chair… aderonideck chairs

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Washer

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Dryer

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Elkton, VA

Massanutten Water Park14 min drive
Shenandoah National Park19 min drive
Masanutten Ski Resort21 min drive
Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)25 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Bunk Beds

master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

A cozy and secluded cottage getaway... perfect for the smaller group or family. Hidden away in the trees, it gives you a quiet, private setting to sit outside by the fire, throw those steaks on the grill, or play yard games, or enjoy relaxing in the hot tub! Inside... brew a pot or french press of coffee and relax in the spacious living room, play games, and just enjoy the family together & get away from the TV… (a projector and wifi are supplied) Everything is sparkling clean and beds are comfy. The master bedroom has a Sleep Number bed that you can adjust to however firm or soft you like! There's a few books, games, & toys , foosball table & corn toss game for enjoying your time together. Its only 7.8 miles from the Massanutten ski resort! 5 miles from Merck & Co. So come relax and enjoy your quiet woodland setting away from the hustle an bustle, but just minutes away from the resort, skyline drive and hiking, the caverns, & university.

Property manager

Rhonda Litwiller

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

$65 fee 1 pet only. crate while away 40# limit.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please keep spa as clean as possible. Extra charge may apply if it’s extremely dirty.

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

On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Elkton

Located in Elkton, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Shenandoah National Park and Swift Run Gap Entrance Shenandoah, while Port Republic Museum and Frank Kemper House are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Massanutten Water Park, or check out an event or a game at University Park.

Elkton, VA

What's nearby

Massanutten Water Park - 14 min drive
White Oak Lavender Farm & The Purple WOLF Vineyard - 18 min drive
Shenandoah National Park - 19 min drive
Masanutten Ski Resort - 21 min drive
James Madison University - 21 min drive

Getting around

Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

‪Woodstone Meadows - ‬17 min drive
‪Virginia BBQ & Pizza - ‬14 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
‪Elkton Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive
‪Ciro's Italian Eatery - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hillside Hideaway.Quiet, clean, Hot tub. hidden gem, Skyline Park & Massanutten. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Hillside Hideaway.Quiet, clean, Hot tub. hidden gem, Skyline Park & Massanutten.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hillside Hideaway.Quiet, clean, Hot tub. hidden gem, Skyline Park & Massanutten.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hillside Hideaway.Quiet, clean, Hot tub. hidden gem, Skyline Park & Massanutten. located?

This family-friendly Elkton cottage is located in the mountains, 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Shenandoah River, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Massanutten Water Park and SoLace Studios Fine Handcrafts. Port Republic Museum and Port republic Battle Field are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Ruiyun

2 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

We had a great stay at this house! We really enjoyed the amenities included, especially the fire pit, hot tub, and the games. The house was very clean and organized and we especially appreciated the s’mores kit the host provided.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

16 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

31 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Great location for Shenandoah National Park. Everything we needed and wanted. Would definitely recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clifton S.

7 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location

Was the perfect place to stay with family. The best part was the fire pit and hot tub. No tv was what my family needed and we didn't know it. I would absolutely stay again

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick R.

6 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

30th Birthday getaway

We had a wonderful time celebrating my 30th birthday here. Upon arrival we instantly noted the cleanliness of the property! The fresh coffee beans were a huge plus and the s’mores gift basket was wonderful. The location was perfect as everything we wanted/needed was within 30min. Property owner was very communicative and check in and out was a breeze. All said and done it was a perfect vacation. PS. The mountaintop ranch sunset horseback ride is an absolutely amazing experience

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte G.

15 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend getaway

Hillside hideaway was perfect! It’s in a great location to get into Shenandoah via the Swift Run entrance. Rhonda was an amazing host. Very attentive and responded to messages within 15 minutes. I highly recommend this place for anyone wanting to disconnect and relax.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

27 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun trip with the family

My family had a great time! We enjoyed the house and all the amenities. Rhonda was a great communicator.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika d.

7 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our stay!

I really appreciate the host working with me on dates and times of arrival. It made our stay so much more smooth. The house was so cute and nice and clean. We loved the smores package the host left for us. The hot tub was a hit as well. It was very close to all the Massenutten resort activities, which made it so convenient. I would love to come back in the future!

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty H.

28 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

College Gals bday

We really enjoyed our stay and it was nice to be in nature for a weekend

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincenzo M.

11 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for what we needed

Wasn’t far from swim park and snow tubing , ate a t hank’s , enjoyed hot tub and beautiful back patio with fire pit , very quite , there is no tv which was perfect for us because we had a lot of other activities to do

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felecia M.

14 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The home was excellent

The home was clean, cozy and family friendly.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniela C.

31 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A must stay

Such a cute stay with wonderful amenities! The kids loved hanging out in the hot tub while the adults enjoyed a drink by the fire. Property was very clean and well maintained. Rhonda, the host, was very helpful with any and all questions. I appreciated the laundry area as we hiked and wanted clean clothes for the next leg of our trip. Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

25 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

Perfect weekend getaway! It was a pleasant change to unplug from TV, internet, etc. We played games all weekend, sat around a fire, made s’mores, wonderful!!!! Will definitely be back

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

M J.

16 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our favorite stay!

This was a beautiful and cozy rental property! I was very impressed with the cleanliness, and how everything was very thoughtfully put together! She has all of the basic spices for cooking, there are over 20 of them! Including cooking oil, all of the pots and pans and dishes that you would need. There was already filtered water in the fridge for us, and she left marshmallow sticks and all of the yummy fixings for s'mores! The kids loved the tree swing, the hot tub, the board games, and the toys. The property is tucked away in a beautiful wooded area, and you can see the mountains from the driveway! My husband and I loved staying here so much that we will be returning next year to visit again!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

4 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oct trip

Great little place to stay. We missed the comment about unplugging from the TV as we didnt realize that there was no TV nor Internet until we got there. Luckily there was good cell reception as i did need to take a work meeting. Once that was over, we did unplug and had a good time. The restaurant recommendations were a nice touch too.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben H.

6 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Rental

This little house is a great option if you want something a bit secluded, but not too far from restaurants, stores etc in McGaheysville and Elkton. Also convenient to recreation opportunities of the SNP and Shenandoah River. Well kept property and nice amenities - would definitely consider coming back.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

7 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hillside hideaway family getaway

Where to begin. Arrival was easy peasy. Walk in & beautiful & immaculate, Just like the pictures, better even! We were provided with anything you could imagine! Cooking wise, no need to eat take out or restaurants every night. Fully stocked kitchen. We all fell in love with the home away from home. Even on a rainy day when we were inside we found plenty to do with the games & activities provided. Rhonda supplied us with our first round of s’mores. Beautiful backyard with hot tub, fire pit, & tree swing. It literally felt like home, and perfectly tucked away for privacy. Rhonda was quick to reply for questions. It was sad to leave, checkout was easy. We will definitely book again in the future. Thanks Rhonda!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

31 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

We recently spent two nights with our grandchildren and had a great time. The house had everything promised & more. Very clean & kitchen had everything we needed for making favorite breakfasts & we enjoyed grilling in the evenings. We all enjoyed the fire pit and hot tub and the swing was a big hit with the younger kids. Very quiet & wonderful way to enjoy family time without TV & devices. Great value for price. Would be great Fall getaway with autumn colors & cool evenings to sit around an outdoor fire.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti W.

20 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

Hillside Hideaway truly is a hidden gem! It was the perfect place for rest and relaxation after hiking in Shenandoah. The location is peaceful and quiet, with a beautiful back deck and hot tub for sore muscles. Inside is cozy, clean, and comfortable; a home away from home. My daughter and I loved our stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron S.

12 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful spot!

We enjoyed this place so much! It was nice and clean and homey and very family friendly. We loved the decorating inside and the beautiful outdoor backyard and porch made the whole space very inviting and relaxing. From the backyard swing for our grandchildren, to the s'more ingredients in the kitchen, Rhonda did a wonderful job in adding the perfect details to make our stay so enjoyable. Great place to stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn H.

3 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Book it!!!

The pictures don’t do justice to this adorable cottage! It’s in a great location, very private, and was overall amazing! Great place for getting in tune with nature and relaxing! Rhonda was fabulous at answering any questions and with quick reply! Our kids really enjoyed it even with no TV or internet! Great getaway with friends or family! Very clean, spacious and lots to do! Will be booking again in the future 😄

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leigh Ann U.

22 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

The house and overall stay was amazing. We came for a long girls weekend and all said we’d like to come back with our families! The house was very clean but we spent most of our time when we weren’t hiking on the front porch or utilizing the backyard. Such a great time!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle H.

8 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend hiking trip

Beautiful property that was fully equipped with everything you could need. Hot tub was a great perk after long days of hiking, as well the beautiful outdoor area with fire pit and hanging lights.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stoyko N.

20 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay near Shenandoah

This was our second stay at the property and we very much enjoyed our stay - easy access to hiking in the park and great amenities at the house.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian O.

17 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

JMU graduation weekend

This spot was perfect for our family, we were in town for our daughter's graduation from JMU. Rhonda has the house stocked with essentials, plus some nice extras like smore's supplies for an evening around the fire pit. It was an easy commute back and forth to the University; I wish we could've stayed longer to take advantage of the close proximity to Shenandoah National Park as well as the breweries and other activities in the area. Rhonda, if you ever rent out a beach house, please let me know. You are an excellent VRBO host!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023