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The perfect getaway for coffee lovers & hikers with gorgeous mountain views!

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The Whispering Hillside
Exterior
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Hot Tub
Pull-out sofa bed

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 482.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Stanley, VA
  • Shenandoah
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Rose River Falls
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Dark Hollow Falls
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪83 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The perfect getaway for coffee lovers & hikers with gorgeous mountain views!

Rustic yet refined, this private cabin offers an open and inviting interior with soaring ceilings featuring 2 immaculately designed levels, 2 bedrooms plus a loft, 1 full bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchen, nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. So, coffee lovers, wrap up in your favorite blanket and come enjoy sipping your favorite espresso, cappuccino or latte while sitting by the fire pit and marveling over these gorgeous mountain views!
Access and all check in information is provided the morning of check in once guest IDs are submitted. The property is situated on a mountain. The main roads are easy to navigate and there is a elongated uphill drive to enter Tanner's Ridge Mountain. Once in the neighborhood you would need to drive on gravel roads cautiously for about 10 min, we highly recommend 4x4 especially during snow days. There is a steep driveway with lots of flat space to park at the top.

We do have a third party ID verification through Superhog and we do ask our guests to select between a $35 non-refundable damage waiver OR a refundable $500 security deposit. This must be completed to obtain access information.

Access and all check in information is provided the morning of check in once guest superhog verification is complete.

Property manager

Karen Reynoso
Premier Host

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Checking in and out: Check-in after 4:00 PM Checkout before 10:00 AM
Gov't Issued ID Required for All Adult Guests, Must be 23 to rent.
Dogs allowed: Max 2 Dogs, No Cats, Pup Fee $45 per pet for the stay

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 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

Stanley

Located in Stanley, this cabin is in a rural area. Warehouse Art Gallery and Car and Carriage Caravan Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Jordan Hollow Stables and The Garden Maze at Luray Caverns.
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Stanley, VA

What's nearby

  • Shenandoah - 9 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Luray Caverns - 31 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Rose River Falls - 52 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Harry F. Byrd Sr. Visitor Center - 56 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Dark Hollow Falls - 59 min drive - 23.9 km

Getting around

  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ciro's Pizza - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Big Meadows Wayside - ‬56 min drive
  • ‪China Chef - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Hawksbill Diner - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Big Meadows Lodge - ‬59 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The perfect getaway for coffee lovers & hikers with gorgeous mountain views! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at The perfect getaway for coffee lovers & hikers with gorgeous mountain views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The perfect getaway for coffee lovers & hikers with gorgeous mountain views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The perfect getaway for coffee lovers & hikers with gorgeous mountain views! located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Shenandoah and within 9 miles (15 km) of Jordan Hollow Stables and Wisteria Farm and Vineyard. Luray Caverns and Warehouse Art Gallery are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 26 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L. B.

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

Beautiful Stay in Stanley

Amazing property, great view, loved the coffee bar, great proximity to SNP. FYI, the roads in the neighborhood are quite steep and bumpy, not a problem if you have a larger vehicle. Low profile sedans could bottom out and have issues on incline/decline.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

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

Family of 4 loved our stay!

My husband, two little boys, and I loved this cabin. It was plenty of space. Very clean. Comfortable beds. Well-equipped kitchen. The coffee bar was AMAZING! The neighborhood is so quiet and peaceful. We loved access to the firepit and hot tub. We would stay again! (Definitely take any mention of the road into the cabin seriously. It is a steep and winding dirt road that was passable when it was dry, but was a struggle for our minivan after we got a few inches of snow. We actually parked out at the main road and hiked out the morning of check-out! It wasn't a big deal at all, for us; just a heads-up.)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Anna P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Bespoke and Off the Beaten Path

The location is by far the most unique part of this stay - at the top of a mountain it has spectacular views. The large kitchen was nice, as was the coffee bar. However, the lower level bed was quite uncomfortable. A few other adjustments, including a TV in the main living space, a water filter, would have made the stay more comfortable. The check in process was straightforward and the host was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Cassidy C.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christen V.

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

Honest Review

I've gotten used to bracing myself for the listing of vacation rentals falling short to what they are like in real person. But this place was fantastic. Clean, everything was nice, the pictures did not do it justice, gorgeous views, everything in working order, great communication from the host. Coffee bar was an especially nice touch! ;) Can't wait to be back. 5 stars!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

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

Love this cabin!

The cabin was so adorable, just like shown in the listing! It’s not large but doesn’t feel small at all: we had 2 adults , a teen, and toddler and it was perfect. We all had space and great kitchen area! It had everything you might need for your stay - in the kitchen, games, towels, blankets, charging cords, etc. - which was awesome. The views are amazing! Beautiful in the fall. The host was responsive and helpful! Just be sure you’re ok with the (sometimes steep) gravel road leading to the house, which is common for area, but not everyone aware of - we had no problems though! We loved our stay and will hopefully come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Callie R.

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

Shenandoah

This property is very close to the park, but not the entrance. It’s about 50min to get in skyline drive. At the house you do feel like you’re in the park because you can’t see any neighbors.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan R.

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

Great little home with a great view!

The house was in great condition and very modern/farmhouse looking inside. We enjoyed the seclusion of it, but it is down a hilly dirt/stone road to get there so just be careful down that road. Also the drive to skyline drive is about 45 minutes so a little bit of a drive if you’re going there. The hot tube was a great addition! Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bel F.

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

Quiet & Perfect

Beautiful private property. You definitely need an SUV or truck to get there, otherwise it was a quiet and perfect rainy stay. Recommend it 100%, it's a must come back for me !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Liesl G.

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

Adorable Cottage

The cottage was so cute with wonderful views. It has everything you may need in the kitchen plus games and delicious coffee and espresso - what a treat! Beds were comfy and the views are gorgeous. It was a bit hard to find at first (definitely arrive during daytime hours) but we enjoyed driving on the mountain. Not baby-proofed but not a big deal to us - we just blocked the stairs! Low water pressure if two water sources are going at same time (toilet flushed? Low water pressure in kitchen) but easy to deal with. Cleaners forgot provide any toilet paper but owner was very helpful and remedied the issue. Unfortunately there must have been bleach used in the washer so an entire load of laundry was ruined. Nothing the owner could have foreseen but a bummer nonetheless. Avoid doing laundry, just in case! I've still recommended the property to friends. Great trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

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

Secluded getaway in the mountains

Great spot if you're looking for a secluded getaway with mountain views. This house is adorable and has everything you need. Great indoor and outdoor spaces. Not that it is a bit remote but well worth if you are looking for solitude and relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Hoang N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great and peaceful neighborhood

The neighborhood is great, very close to Luray Cavern and old town. The listing has some inaccurate information about the security deposit waiver, there is a non-refundable $35 to waive or a non-refundable $15 +$500 security deposit. The property is very clean and well decorated, it has the mountain view, nice hot tub and fire-pit. Unfortunately, we did not have any necessities such as shampoo, body wash, salt, cooking oil or coffee creamer. The owner is very responsive but they just confirmed that they didnt provide or they have run out and needed to order more. Also, you will pay cleaning fee but will be requested to wash the dishes yourself before checking out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Nice

The cabin is really nice and clean. Plenty of room for two couples. Beware of a couple things that if improved would make this property 5 stars for me. WiFi is very very weak. No television in the front room, or any room besides the main bedroom No dishwasher Fees are very high. Hot tub is close to front door. Ring camera is also pointing at the front door and front patio.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute and secluded. Please note that you are an hour away from Shenandoah Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Relaxing mountain getaway

This house was great! Beautiful A-frame with huge windows, a deck, hot tub, and fire pit. Made for a nice evening.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine W.

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

Anniversary Trip

We checked in on 4/22 for a quick anniversary celebration. We enjoyed the fire pit, coffee bar and hot tub during our stay. Our host was wonderful with communication, and doing everything she could to make our experience amazing. It was a peaceful and wonderful experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany G.

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

Birthday stay

Amazing, clean, up to date, great views, everything worked. Awesome time.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

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

Shenandoah Getaway

This property was the perfect home base for our Shenandoah adventure! We loved the beautiful views and solitude, yet it was an easy drive into town and to the park
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Whispering Hillside

Wonderful home tucked into the mountains! Perfect spot for a relaxing getaway

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Anniversary

Wonderful place. Clean and pristine..Met all my needs. We’ll never forget. Hint Hot tub at night with lights off. Stars are amazing. Host was very responsive. Had an amazing time. I’ll definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey B.

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

Mountain view getaway

If you are looking for a great place to stay to offers mountain views, this is the place. Great drive up. Best to have 4x4 vehicle but drive will have you looking to see the views. Not to far away from Luray so you can go have dinner in town. Definitely will be back for a stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordana S.

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

Honeymoon

Great getaway for my new wife and I, Thank You.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

jessica N.

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

Serenity now!

It was so peaceful, private and beautiful!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

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

Beautiful Mountain Getaway!

Our stay at the The Whispering Hillside was perfect! The home was everything we needed for our family vacation --- would definitely come back and recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G., Cleveland, Ohio

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

Beautiful home with beautiful views

The property is tucked away in a charming setting with gorgeous views! The house itself is clean, beautifully decorated and wide open. We hiked each day in Shenandoah National Park; being able to come back and soak in a hot tub overlooking the mountains was amazing. Response time for inquiries or questions was super fast! We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

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