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Top of the Mountain; Spacious 6 Bedroom Home; Pet Friendly; Indoor Fireplace!

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Mid-Spring at Acorn Lodge.
Summertime at Acorn Lodge.
main level living room with wood burning fireplace and flat screen TV
second view of living room, looking into dining room
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 16128.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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McGaheysville, VA
  • Masanutten Ski Resort
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Massanutten Water Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • James Madison University
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bunk Bedroom - Lower Level

+2
4 Single Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Double Queen Bedroom - Lower Level

2 Queen Beds

Primary King - Main Level

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom 1 - Main Level

1 Queen Bed

Queen Bedroom 2 - Main Level

1 Queen Bed

Queen Bedroom 3 - Lower Level

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom - Main Level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Double Queen Bathroom - Lower Level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Hall Bathroom - Lower Level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Primary King Bathroom - Main Level

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Top of the Mountain; Spacious 6 Bedroom Home; Pet Friendly; Indoor Fireplace!

Welcome to the spacious and welcoming Acorn Lodge. It is professionally managed by M Power, LLC, the leading, premier vacation rental home and management company in the Elkton area since 2010.

** Guests please note that Thanksgiving, Christmastime through New Year's Day, and JMU Graduation require a 4-night minimum stay at Holiday rate while other holidays require a 3-night minimum stay. **

This lovely, spacious home is nestled near the top of the mountain and is a short walk to the slopes, tubing park, outdoor swimming, mini golf and go karts! As an added bonus this home has easy access into and around the main level for guests with mobility issues.

Beautiful wood flooring on the main level and in the three main level bedrooms, plus comfortable and attractive furnishings throughout and three additional basement level bedrooms makes this the perfect family home!
Have fun playing games with the kids or your dog in the large fenced in backyard. Treasure quiet mornings, afternoons and evenings sitting on a rocker or lying on a lounge chair on the spacious deck as the deer go by. WIFI included! Books, card games, family board games are included in this home.

Located next is our Peak Retreat home. Down the street is our Stone Splendor home.
Around the corner are our Blue Ridge Overlook and Shenandoah Sunrise homes! These homes are ideal for family reunions.

Ground Level: Enter into the great room with fireplace, (wood is provided. Fireplace use 01 October through 31 March, ONLY), wall-mounted flat screen cable TV, and comfortable living room furniture. Behind the living room area is the dining area with room for ten, and to the right is the large kitchen with a breakfast bar. The furnished deck off dining area is the width of the house. For the grilling champ, there is a brand-new propane grill and cover. If you prefer to grill indoors, there is an in-the-counter grill in the well-stocked, spacious kitchen! This home has a highchair for babies and toddlers.

The main level suite bedroom (bedroom one) is to the left of the living room and has a king bed, ROKU smart TV, and a full bathroom and a separate shower. Bedroom number two, to the right of the living room, has a queen bed, no TV. There is a full bathroom between the kitchen and this bedroom. Off the kitchen is bedroom number three which offers a new queen bed, queen sleep sofa, and flat screen wall-mounted cable TV.

Lower level: bedroom number four has two double beds with new bedding and is located off the left of the basement living room. This bedroom also has a new ROKU TV and a full bath; bedroom number five is to the right of the living room and has a queen bed; bedroom number six has two sets of twin bunk beds with ALL new bedding (the windows on the French door between these 2 bedrooms are covered with privacy window film).

The Family room in the basement living room has a large 55' TV. Next to the family room is the gaming area with a game table w/ family board games and a brand-new Foosball table. A full bathroom is next to the family room.

PETS ALLOWED: 1 dog; must have ALL current vaccinations; renter must pay pet fee. Renter must clean up all pet waste from yard. Local leash laws must be adhered to. For more info, please contact us.

SMOKING IS ALLOWED OUTDOORS ONLY.

GARAGE IS CLOSED & FINISHED INTO A BEDROOM.

LINENS FOR ALL BEDS INCLUDED. GUESTS MUST BRING BATH TOWELS and LINENS FOR THE SLEEPER SOFA.

LEGAL MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY: 16 PEOPLE

This Massanutten Vacation Home is approximately 3060 square feet, and is ready for your visit with the following items:
* Central air & heat
* Linens for all beds, and hand towels
* Toaster or toaster oven
* Coffee maker and filters
* Cookware, bakeware and dinnerware
* Washing machine & dryer
* Microwave oven
* Cable TVs
* Dishwasher
* Books & Family Board Games
* Modest supply of paper towels, toilet paper & trash bags
* Modest supply of dish soap, dishwasher tabs, laundry pods, hand soap

Items you will need to bring:
* Laundry detergent
* Toiletries
* We do provide a moderate supply of trash bags, dish pods, paper towels, and toilet paper to get you started! Guests may need to purchase more.

Area Information:
In Massanutten: All the recreational facilities in Massanutten are 10 minutes or less drive from this home!

Outdoor Swimming Pool, Skiing, Snowboarding, Snow Tubing, Arboretum, Playgrounds, Go-Kart Track, Summer Tubing, Tennis, Golf, Miniature Golf, Fishing, Hiking, Biking, Horseback Riding, Water Park, Large Arcade Room, Skate Park, Dining.

Outside Massanutten: Day Spa, Antiquing, Museums, Shenandoah River, Swimming, Fishing, Hunting, Canoeing, Kayaking, Scenic Train Rides, Skyline Drive, Wineries, Natural Bridge, Art and Pottery Galleries, Dining, Historic Downtowns, Caverns, Shopping, Colleges & Universities, Churches, Mosque and Synagogue.

Charlottesville, Harper's Ferry, Lexington, Richmond, Roanoke, Staunton, and Washington D.C. are all within a 1-3 hour drive.

WELCOME TO MASSANUTTEN!
This home is in a private residential neighborhood and is part of the Massanutten Property Owners
Association (MPOA), governed by its rules and regulations. There are rental homes in all MPOA
neighborhoods, but people also live here. Your nearby neighbors may be full-time residents, including
families with children, retirees, second-home owners and other guests enjoying their retreat.
NOISE
• Quiet hours: 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM.
• Keep noise indoors during these hours.
• No excessive noise at any time, as judged by MPOA or its assigned agents.
PARKING
• Keep all tires off the road.
• Don't block fire hydrants or park in front of another property without written approval from your
host.
• Park only in designated areas or overflow lot (4007 Peak Dr., Massanutten, VA 22840)
• No buses, campers, or RVs to be parked at homes or on roads. Overflow lot is available with
written approval from your host.
OUTDOOR FIRES
• High wildfire risk area!
• No open fires.
• No unattended fires.
• No firepit use during quiet hours (10:00 PM - 7:00 AM).
• Firepits and grills may be restricted during local emergency conditions, check
MassanuttenVillage.com or electronic sign at entrance for updates.
ALCOHOL
No open containers on roads or in common areas.
PETS
• Leash always required when outside.
• Clean up after your pets.
TRASH
• Do not place garbage/trash outside, including screened-in porches, decks or carports. Trash
attracts wildlife, which could endanger you and damage the property.
• Dumpsters are located at 4007 Peak Dr., Massanutten, VA 22840

Property manager

Kevin Williams
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

McGaheysville

Located in McGaheysville, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Shenandoah National Park and George Washington National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Massanutten Water Park and SoLace Studios Fine Handcrafts. Travelling with kids? Consider A Dream Come True Playground and Edith J. Carrier Arboretum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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McGaheysville, VA

What's nearby

  • Masanutten Ski Resort - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Massanutten Water Park - 10 min drive - 6.7 km
  • White Oak Lavender Farm & The Purple WOLF Vineyard - 21 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Shenandoah National Park - 21 min drive - 22.0 km
  • James Madison University - 24 min drive - 24.6 km

Getting around

  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Woodstone Meadows - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cookout - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Top of the Mountain; Spacious 6 Bedroom Home; Pet Friendly; Indoor Fireplace! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Top of the Mountain; Spacious 6 Bedroom Home; Pet Friendly; Indoor Fireplace! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Top of the Mountain; Spacious 6 Bedroom Home; Pet Friendly; Indoor Fireplace!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Top of the Mountain; Spacious 6 Bedroom Home; Pet Friendly; Indoor Fireplace!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Top of the Mountain; Spacious 6 Bedroom Home; Pet Friendly; Indoor Fireplace! located?

This family-friendly McGaheysville holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Masanutten Ski Resort and George Washington National Forest. Massanutten Water Park and SoLace Studios Fine Handcrafts are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 100 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joseph R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Charlotte K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Evident of lack of care for the home

A lot of electric outlets would not hold cords, dishes in cabinets were dirty/greasy, looks like leaks innLR ceiling. Overall cleanliness a big problem. Lack of care for property is evident
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice location

Great views of the mountain; large and spacious home. One bed downstsirs was broken, but we had enough to accommodate our group that we able to avoid it. Neighborhood was nice and proximity to resort was very convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Disappointed

The keurig didn’t work, and hasn’t for some time according to the comments. The fan in the countertop grill didn’t work so smoke filled the cabin when used. The jacuzzi tub didn’t work and there was a lot of mildew in the shower! There were many cleanliness issues and no mop or vacuum to clean with. There was insufficient cooking utensils for the amount of people the property was supposed to accommodate.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Autumn S.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Had a great time outside of the cabin

Had several issues with the home, brought to host’s attention with no resolution. Keurig, washer, dryer, and jetted tub didn’t work at all. Several tvs were missing their remotes. As a family with several small children and doing snow sports, this meant several trips to the laundromat, and an inability to relax after snowboarding in a hot, jetted tub. Coffee maker and shower liners and showers had mold in them. Lockbox for key was broken so we had to leave the key under the mat as people were coming and going so no one was locked out. The home was very poorly cleaned and maintained, as someone who cleans vacation homes for a living I would be ashamed if this was how I cleaned a home someone spent their hard earned money and vacation time on. We had loads of fun snowboarding, tubing, and hiking in the area, but our time in the cabin was not at all desirable.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

Christmas

Had a great time! Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Sydney B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Not as Happy Homecoming

This home is very much outdated, the shower curtains were dirty/moldy, the kitchen sink faucet was loose, not all windows were covered with curtains, more bugs in this house than we have ever experienced staying in Massanutten, the tv connection was not clear and we could not access some basic channels, the garage room needs an additional heater to combat the different insulation, one of the beds in the lower level is probably going to break despite being made for two adults.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B.

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

Fantastic stay for our girls getaway!

There were 6 of us and we had a great time. The host was great at getting back to us when we had questions. Also a great area if you like wineries and breweries. We visited 6 a day for 3 days and were never disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kristin m.

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

Comfortable stay in the mountains

My family stayed here for my daughter’s JMU graduation. The house is very cozy and spacious and we were all quite comfortable. we had a small issue with the tub that was rectified within hours. if I were to stay again, I would bring some items such as garbage bags (we couldn't find any other than the one), toilet paper (glad we brought some), dawn dish soap, sponge and sugar/sweetener - those items we had to buy surprisingly. Towels were provided which was sweet! Cable TV was appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Emily Y.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Dirty

The house is very dirty. When we go there we found the whole house dirty. Hair ties and hair on the bathroom floor. White crumbs on the couch. Gunk on the walls. Broken cabinets. The list goes on.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Donna L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Concerns

Kerig did not work so we had to buy filters and coffee..silverware in drawer was dirty..refridge had crumbed in crisper drawers..we swept floor before other guest arrived
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Ranet S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Weekend get away

I have a group of friends, we all love the house, and we all are enjoying our weekend getaway. There is a big space for a group like me. But when i get in to the house the floor is a bit dirty i couldn't find and supplies for cleaning only one broom and there is a water leak from the rain into on of the room. Overall we are really enjoying our time at the house. Looking forward to go again next year. That would be great if the person who's responsible for communication replies the phone calls faster than this.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

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

Family time

Muy bini
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Tracy C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Nice area, house for the most part good.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine H.

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

Family Christmas

Everyone felt right at home and we really enjoyed it!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Wonderful mountain home!

There was 15 in our group and there was plenty of beds and bathrooms for everyone! We enjoyed the views from the back deck and the kids enjoyed exploring the woods! Kitchen was well equipped. Fenced-in backyard was great for our dog there was an opening she got out once but we quickly blocked it so just double check and walk down the fence. Everyone had a great time and we look forward to renting again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

tim d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Thanksgiving family get together

Nice location but would not rent again. House needs an overhaul (paint, carpeting, smart tvs, several light fixtures have bulbs out).
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean S.

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

Family Wedding Stay

The property was as described and satisfied our need to accommodate traveling family coming to our daughters wedding at Melrose Caverns in Harrisonburg. A few minor issues: missing light bulb, broken toy left in couch, sticky spot on lower level carpet. More inconvenient was a broken master bath blind. But aside from that we loved the layout and found the beds very comfortable. Kitchen had all we needed and it was wonderful watching the wandering deer through large windows. I love the area. Booking was excellent with assistance readily available from our contact Charity.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Alethea J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Comfortable for a large group

Great place for family weekend with lots of space. The house could use some attention as there are numerous structural and cosmetic issues. The deck is sketchy for sure. Raccoons visiting the deck at night was fun entertainment.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Teresa H.

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

Thank you, we enjoyed our stay!

We had an age range from 6 weeks to 60 year olds. The home was as advertised, no hot tub; the jacuzzi jets did not turn on, but worked great as a large soaking tub - the 3 year old loved bath time in there. The refrigerator was not clean and the gate along the fenced in yard did not close completely. The gate did not bother us as we did not bring pets and the toddlers were not going near the gate and were never left unattended. We would suggest an upgrade on the beds for a more comfortable sleep, more chairs for the nice large dining room table. The kitchen was well stocked, including a toaster and a crockpot. We would suggest adding a keurig and a waffle iron. We did not use the indoor or outdoor grill. The house was at a comfortable temperature with the exception of the converted room, which was too warm in the summer. We would also suggest some toddler toys at toddler level and a gate for the stairs. The resort had plenty to do, but limited hours. The community pool was wonderful for people of all ages. The teens loved the diving board. The toddlers liked the kiddie pool and the shallow ends of the large pool. The pool was well attended by lifeguards, large enough for lap swim exercising and appeared to have a designated lap lane. The kids easily made friends at the pool. The miniature golf course was beautiful. The girls said the summer tubing was fast... heard many people say it was faster than a water slide... the boys said it wasn't fast enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Partha C.

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

Lovely house in McGaheysville

We had a great time staying for 3 nights in this property. The place was more than we expected with spacious rooms and bathrooms for a group of 15 of us. The amenities were as advertised and everything was working perfectly. The neighborhood was quiet and nice. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki M.

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

Family Winter Trip

This house was spacious enough for our large blended family. The fenced in backyard is a huge plus, the fireplace was awesome. There are minor things that could be fixed eventually but it wouldn’t prevent me from booking again. Thank you for the hospitality and open communication!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

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