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Mountain Memories-Escape, relax, and make great memories at Massanutten!

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Mountain Memories!
The back deck provides a wonderful spot to enjoy coffee.
Enjoy the sunset from the top deck of the home.
Well stocked kitchen makes meal prep a breeze!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12275.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Mc Gaheysville, VA
  • Masanutten Ski Resort
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Massanutten Water Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • James Madison University
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs twin room

3 Single Beds

Master Bedroom Suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Jack & Jill bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Jack & Jill bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main level half bathroom

Toilet

Master bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Mountain Memories-Escape, relax, and make great memories at Massanutten!

Make some amazing family memories during your stay at this home in the heart of Massanutten Resort! Enjoy the peaceful setting and lovely views from this spacious, welcoming home. The large windows invite natural light. The kitchen has plenty of space for multiple cooks, and the tables in the kitchen and adjoining dining room provide ample space for a large group. When you're ready to wind down for the evening, you can enjoy the screened in porch or the media room which features a large screen TV, gas fireplace, and plenty of comfy reclining seating. Located just minutes away from restaurants, shops, skiing, mountain biking and more.

5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths
Bedroom 1: Main level, king bed, ensuite bath, soaking tub
Bedroom 2: Lower level, queen bed
Bedroom 3: Lower level, queen bed
Bedroom 4: Lower level, queen bed
Bedroom 5: Lower level, 2 twin beds and twin trundle
Twin daybed in hallway off media room

All linens for bedding, towels and washcloths are provided. Paper goods such as toilet paper and paper towels are provided. The kitchen has dishes, cups, utensils, cookware, microwave, and coffee maker. Simply bring your clothes, toiletries and food. Washer and dryer are available.

SURROUNDING AREA Downtown Harrisonburg and James Madison University are 15 miles from our home. Explore the fantastic restaurants, museums and shops downtown. The Shenandoah Valley offers many attractions including caverns, wineries and breweries. The closest Shenandoah River access is only 10 miles from the house. Enjoy tubing and kayaking during warm weather. The Swift Run Gap entrance to Shenandoah National Park, Skyline Drive and The Appalachian Trail is only 15 miles away and offers excellent hiking opportunities.

This home is not affiliated with Massanutten Resort. However, it is located inside the community of Massanutten and minutes from skiing, snow and grass tubing, ice skating, two golf courses, indoor/outdoor water park, mountain biking, ziplining, putt-putt, go-karts, tennis, swimming, fishing, parks and more! You'll also have access to 30 miles of hiking trails. The pool is a community pool for the private homes in Massanutten. It is available for use by our guests from Memorial Day through Labor Day for $6/person/day (subject to change). Pool availability is subject to, and at, the discretion of the Massanutten Property Owner Association. Tennis courts are also located by the pool. Most Resort activities are available to our guests for an additional fee and should be booked online before your arrival, through Massanutten Resort's website. **Please note some activities may sell out in advance, especially on holidays and weekends. We cannot guarantee access to the amenities and amenity closure/availability is not a refundable cancellation reason. **

*This home is located in the woods. You will likely see insects (including some that fly) and arachnids. Please be aware they may come inside when doors are opened, especially when lights are on inside.
*We are not able to honor early check-in or late check out requests.
*There are no open fires permitted in Massanutten
*Please review the HOA Rules in the picture section
*We require a signed rental agreement within 24 hours of reservation to avoid potential cancellation of your booking - this is sent via StreamSign to your email on file.
*Minimum age to book is 25.
*Please note that by entering your contact information upon booking you are agreeing to receive personal text messages regarding your reservation from Vacation Properties Made Simple to your mobile number. Text "STOP" to (540) 437-1720 to opt-out.

Please note, there are security cameras on the front of the house, inside the garage, and in the owners' closet. The cameras record audio and video based on motion.

This home is part of the Massanutten Property Owners Association (MPOA) and is governed by its rules and regulations as well as federal and state laws and ordinances.
This is a residential community - please respect the community and the neighbors and know your nearby neighbors may be full time residents.
*Please review the HOA Rules below and in your rental contract when you sign.

Quiet hours are from 10PM to 8AM during which time the noise from the house shall not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors.
No excessive noise at any time, as judged by MPOA or its assigned agents.

This home has designated parking (a driveway All tires must be off the roadway if parked on the road.
Do not block fire hydrants.
Do not park in front of another property without written approval from VPMS.
There is an overflow parking area if needed, located at 4007 Peak Drive, Massanutten.
Buses, campers, and RV's may not be parked at houses or along neighborhood roads.
Parking rules violators may be subject to having their vehicles towed.

No open fires permitted in Massanutten.
This is a high wildfire risk area!
Fires are strictly prohibited at this property and in the community shared spaces.
Grills may be restricted during local emergency conditions.
Check MassanuttenVillage.com or electronic sign at entrance to the Resort for updates.

No illegal substances are permitted at the home and open containers of alcohol are prohibited on any road or common area.

Pets are NOT allowed at this property.

All Trash must be taken to the dumpsters located at 4007 Peak Drive, Massanutten, at check out.
A minimum fee of $75 will be assessed if trash is not removed.
Trash may not be left outside the home as it will attract wildlife which could endanger you and damage the property.
Trash should be removed regularly.

*This home is located in the woods. You will likely see insects (including some that fly) and arachnids.
Please be aware they may come inside when doors are opened, especially when lights are on inside.
*Please note that package delivery is not available at Massanutten homes.
*We are not able to honor early check-in or late check out requests.
*We require a signed rental agreement within 24 hours of reservation to avoid potential cancellation of your booking - this is sent via StreamSign to your email on file.
*Minimum age to book is 25.
*Please note that by entering your contact information upon booking you are agreeing to receive personal text messages regarding your reservation from Vacation Properties Made Simple to your mobile number. Text "STOP"
to (540) 437-1720 to opt-out.

Additional House Rules:
Clean any spills up immediately
Pets are not allowed.
No parties or events
No illegal substances
Furniture should not be re-arranged
Please don't put food down the garbage disposal
No eating or drinking in the bedrooms
No smoking inside the house. Smoking in the house will incur a $750 fine. Smoking is allowed outside of the house, but all butts are to be cleaned up and safely removed
Fires are strictly prohibited at this property. You are not allowed to build a campfire or use a firepit/barrel - A minimum fine of $700 will be assessed to cover local fines, as well as any direct damage/cleanup expenses will be billed back.
This home has a gas grill - Charcoal is not allowed. If you use charcoal in the gas grill you will be billed for damages (including but not limited to a new grill.)
If any items are unplugged from an outlet or device (like a tv), please be sure to plug it back in before checkout
Quiet hours are from 10PM to 8AM during which time the noise from the house shall not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors
Turn off all lights when leaving the property
Please read the checkout instruction on the refrigerator and in the Welcome Book. Note that check out is at 10 AM.
Interior locked closets are off limits to guests
Only registered guests are to be in the house.
Leave the doors and windows closed if the heat or AC is in use.
Trash must be taken to the dumpster near the house at check out. A minimum fee of $75 will be assessed if trash is not removed.
Guests may not access garage.

There is a camera that records audio and video based on movement at the front of the home to record the driveway. A camera is located in the garage as well as in the locked, owners' closet

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Washer
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

McGaheysville

Located in McGaheysville, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Miller-Kite House Museum and Frank Kemper House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Hardesty-Higgins House Visitor Center and Port Republic Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Massanutten Water Park and SoLace Studios Fine Handcrafts. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mc Gaheysville, VA

What's nearby

  • Masanutten Ski Resort - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Massanutten Water Park - 12 min drive - 6.5 km
  • White Oak Lavender Farm & The Purple WOLF Vineyard - 23 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Shenandoah National Park - 24 min drive - 21.8 km
  • James Madison University - 25 min drive - 15.7 km

Getting around

  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Woodstone Meadows - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Ciro's Italian Eatery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Mountain Memories-Escape, relax, and make great memories at Massanutten! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Mountain Memories-Escape, relax, and make great memories at Massanutten! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountain Memories-Escape, relax, and make great memories at Massanutten!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Memories-Escape, relax, and make great memories at Massanutten!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mountain Memories-Escape, relax, and make great memories at Massanutten! located?

This family-friendly McGaheysville holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of George Washington National Forest and Masanutten Ski Resort. Massanutten Water Park and Shenandoah River are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Victoria H.

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

Magnificent Mountain Moments

This property exceeds all expectations! It is well appointed, clean and spacious… yet, cozy! The views are lovely and the location is convenient. Hope to return one day with our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rangena H.

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

Awesome Experience!

Mountain Memories was an awesome experience for us all! My family of four was joined by a friend's family of four - we had the perfect amount of space! This stay offered the best equipped kitchen I've ever rented, in some ways, better than my own home. Very thoughtfully outfitted and decorated with great attention to detail.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly H.

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

Great House for Large Group

This house was very comfortable for a large group. It was well equipped, in a great location, and the host very responsive. The home is much larger than it appears in the pictures online. Driveway is a little tricky but they are all like that in Massanutten. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ivan o.

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

enjoyed the stay

The house was neat and just as described online. Everything we needed was readily available. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Lovely Home!

The home was great, Beautifully furnished, clean, and well-stocked! Our families enjoyed our stay! The driveway is a bit tricky but everything else was excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rich W.

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

Thanksgiving weekend

Excellent clean home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bharat M.

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

Review

Property is good and clean with lots utilities items in kitchen, we really liked. Only concern was Parking which was little sharp and steep but was okay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alfred H.

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

Beautiful home in Beautiful location

Home was exactly as listed nothing short of amazing. One of the better homes I have rented. Family has enough space to spread out and of course the resort had plenty to do for yhe weekend to keep e eryone entertained.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben W.

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

Needs new pillows

My only complaint is the pillows weren't great, everything else about the house and location were wonderful. The driveway is very steep. It snowed 3 inches while we were there, the all wheel drive cars had no trouble but the front wheel drive SUV got stuck and we had to push it out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

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

Mountain Memories

Thank you for a lovely stay. The house was well appointed, the setting was lovely especially with our Fall foliage. Everyone enjoyed the house and the decks.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Don P.

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

Perfect Reunion

The house was prefect for our reunion. It was a beautiful weekend with great friends returning for our 39 year reunion. Thanks for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Mountain Memories Stay

The house was beautiful and clean. The provided towels and linens were very nice. The kids in our group loved the theater like television viewing area downstairs. They were pleasantly surprised by the provided Wii system. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Henry H.,

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

charming

The property is in top notch condition and the managers were a pleasure to work with. The property is well appointed and offers peace and quiet and seclusion.. While it is a lovely area to walk in, note that Massanutten is quite spread out and you will need to drive to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Prasad G.

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

Good experience

Some feedback for improvement: 1. driveway should be asphalt as its very risky to park car on such a huge slope without asphalt 2. Water pressure on showers too low 3. Jack n Jill bathroom does not have a lock from inside which makes it very inconvenient for families to share bathroom with no lock. Good things: 1. Very nice lighting in rooms, clean cutlery and plenty of it. Overall it was a very good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul C., Fairfax, VA

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

Great House For Massanutten Holiday

House was exceptionally well cared for and was generously stocked with paper products and kitchen pots, dishes, utensils and devices. Nice grill too. Driveway is steep but easier if you back down. We were able to park 3 SUVs at the bottom. Could fit one or two more cars on slope of driveway or across the street on the side of the road. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jill W.

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

JMU Graduation Weekend

Property was clean and well appointed. Tons of space and very comfortable. Everything was awesome except for the tricky driveway. I booked for three nights thinking I could cut off one of the nights when the graduation dates came out. I was unable to do that because it is a 3 night minimum that weekend which I was totally not aware of. No indication of this on the web site. So paid for three nights and only stayed for two.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

kathy D.

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

Perfect for JMU graduation weekend!

The house had perfect sleeping accommodations for our family and the views were gorgeous. The only issue we had was with the driveway. It was challenging pulling in to the driveway and the loose gravel made it difficult to get out of the driveway. The grandparents weren’t able to pull in or out on their own which made it difficult for them to be able to explore the resort or local area on their own. There is a place to park a car on the road but the you do have to walk down the step gravel driveway. But the house was great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Chae S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Stay

My family and I enjoyed our stay. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Great trip.

The house clean throughout and the location was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louise G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Snowed in at Massanutten

The property was lovely - well stocked and maintained. We appreciated the opportunity to stay an extra night at half price and also that the driveway was eventually cleared of snow. It would be nice if the driveway would be paved. It would help from tracking in little black rocks. I also would like to see several soup ladles, serving spoons, and another plastic pitcher for tea, lemonade, and O.J. There was only one. Thanks so much. We really enjoyed our stay. Louise Gordon
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

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