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Get Away, Relax, and Unwind

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Exterior
Property grounds
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Grottoes, VA
  • Grand Caverns
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Shenandoah National Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • James Madison University
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Get Away, Relax, and Unwind

This cozy home is located in the small town of Grottoes, Virginia nestled between the shade of an old Oak Tree, Maple Tree, and Pine Trees. It sits on approximately three acres with a large field behind the house where kids can run and play. In the Spring and Summer, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the rose garden in the back yard. My father passed away in March of 2017 and left behind the old home place. He spent many hours in his rose garden and enjoyed delivering them to his wife in the nursing home. Since his passing, I've completely renovated this beautiful old home on Dogwood Ave and have also began to learn the art of growing roses. My father loved to help others and loved people and I am carrying on the tradition of helping others by offering a location where folks can come away, relax and unwind. There are two lovely bedrooms; one of which has two antique brass beds. There is a special room in memory of my father who was an avid hunter and fisherman. In addition, there are games for all ages and many books and memorabilia to enjoy. The kitchen has a modern yet retro look to it. There is an old red Formica table that seats four. You can also sit and enjoy the big screen TV while seated at the bar in the kitchen. There is a coffee station completely furnished with coffee and teas to choose from.

Property manager

Karen T. Michael
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No 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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Grottoes

Located in Grottoes, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Port Republic Museum and Port republic Battle Field are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Shenandoah National Park and George Washington National Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider Massanutten Water Park and A Dream Come True Playground. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and hiking.
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Grottoes, VA

What's nearby

  • Grand Caverns - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Shenandoah National Park - 9 min drive - 4.8 km
  • White Oak Lavender Farm & The Purple WOLF Vineyard - 12 min drive - 12.3 km
  • James Madison University - 18 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Rockingham Fairgrounds - 20 min drive - 23.1 km

Getting around

  • Staunton Station - 27 min drive
  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CrossKeys Vineyards - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ciros Flying Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wood Fired Oven - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Get Away, Relax, and Unwind pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Get Away, Relax, and Unwind ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Get Away, Relax, and Unwind ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Get Away, Relax, and Unwind located?

This family-friendly Grottoes holiday home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Grand Caverns and Shenandoah National Park. Port Republic Museum and Shenandoah River are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely weekend!
The house was in great shape with everything updated and was very clean! It was a nice location to get to places and we enjoyed an evening of porch sitting! We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Visiting Family in Gottoes
We needed some extra space while visiting our family in Grottoes. Our was extremely enjoyable and exceeded our expectations in every way possible. In addition to a beautiful home, Karen went out of her way to ensure we were comfortable and well taken care of. Looking forward to returning in the near future.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ileana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas Getaway
Very well-kept and updated property in a quiet residential area a 30-minute drive from Natural Chimneys state park and Harrisonburg. It was an enjoyable 2-night stay with all the comforts of home.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place to stay!
We had such an awesome time staying here! The home was so warm and welcoming and had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable! It was so clean and was decorated in such a unique way that we loved! Our host, Karen was also amazing! She was so friendly and helpful, checking in on us during our stay to be sure all was good 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
JMU Family Weekend
A quick twenty minute escape from the hustle and bustle of JMU Family Weekend. The house was clean, easy to access, and very comfortable. The host even went out of her way to contact us before arrival to help us avoid flooding since we were driving through the remainder of a hurricane.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deniece B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Home!!!
Karen was extremely helpful and quick to respond to all my questions. Every possible accommodation is there for you!! House is immaculate and the yard is so inviting! Everything you can possibly need is in this very clean, nicely decorated sweet home!!! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great getaway near shenandoah
We had a great time staying at this property. It was perfect for our family of 5 on our visit to the Shenandoah national park. The house was homey with a vintage decor. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Nice House
Karen’s home was immaculate & welcoming - no complaints at all!! Great bucolic location near parks & farmland yet only about 20 minutes to Harrisonburg. We especially loved the mid-century American styling motif - retro-look but fully modern kitchen & some neat pieces in the living room. Would definitely book another stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yanni z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Clean and quiet. We like this place..
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
JMU Graduations
The house was well appointed and very clean. Comfortable and sweetly decorated. The location to campus was perfect. Our Host was a very kind and accommodating and made for a pleasantly stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No place like home
Lovely home..quaint and cozy..felt like home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Restful Respite while visiting relatives
Clean and homey. Owner very responsive. Well stocked for the stay and nice neighborhood with easy access to needs and nearby attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Svyatoslav T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good as usual
Our third time at the place. Nice and clean as usual. Communication is very good - coffee machine mishap solved instantly. Thank you Karen.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Softball weekend
It was a fantastic relaxing stay in a very clean and quiet house!! Would be very happy to stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect For Weekend Getaway
Stayed here over the weekend with my wife, sister, and brother-in-law to go to Massanutten. Location was perfect! Very quiet area. Not far from Harrisonburg where we went out one night. We also enjoyed the sidewalk access where we were able to walk down to a local bar and 7-Eleven another night. Owner is very accommodating. Aside from having fresh towels for all of us, she also had some eggs and biscuits in the fridge for us to prepare for breakfast both mornings we stayed. Bedrooms, bathrooms, living room, and kitchen were all very clean. The whole house is cozy. We will definitely consider staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Karen was so accommodating! Was a perfect spot to stay for a few nights at Christmas. Thanks Karen!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great option for visiting family
House has plenty of welcoming touches, like plenty of towels and outlet covers, plus some toys for kids. The bed was comfortable, water pressure in the shower was great, and it was super easy to check in and out. For families with older kids, this is a fantastic option. For the toddler families, there are a few things that would not have survived the attention of my particular 1 year old. (Not a criticism of the house, at all, just info that I like to see in other reviews so I can decide if I am willing to properly supervise my kid in that location based on the trip we are planning.) I'd happily stay here again with my kid and my only regret is that it is no dogs allowed so we can't stay here when the dog does come with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick weekend get away
My family absolutely loved staying here and all the local attractions! Perfect for a quiet, nature filled , weekend getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia D., GAP

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Time
We enjoyed our weekend here visiting our college age son. It was out of the congestion of the college town and allowed us to relax and enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lovely home
Karen was a gracious host and was very helpful and receptive. Her home was clean and had everything that we needed. We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
vacation
we enjoyed our stay! Karen was supper involved and communicative! the house was beautiful, clean and the property well kept. thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and host
House looked newly renovated and was super clean. Had everything we needed including breakfast! Great stay and will be booking again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to stay!
This house was very clean and everything was perfect! The owner was a great communicator! Love the house and the big oak tree out front! Gardens were beautiful too! Loved the mix of updates and retro decor! We would definitely go back and or recommend! Grottos is great. Loved brunch at the nearby winery.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy
All three of us really enjoyed our trip. The house was spacious and comfortable. After being out all day, we really enjoyed the kitchen, being able to cook and relax laughing about our day. A great home to come back to! Karen was a fantastic host! We hope to be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday Weekend Getaway
We enjoyed our Easter weekend at this adorable home. Our son, attending JMU, did not get a break for Easter so we brought the celebration to him. We felt right at home and were able to prepare our holiday meal in the stocked kitchen. The spices and extra kitchen items supplied are a big help. The spacious yard was perfect for our enjoyment. Karen was very responsive to all communications and very accommodating. She leaves thoughtful treats to welcome you. We are looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Karen T. Michael

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I am a native from the Shenandoah Valley and currently live in Harrisonburg. I recently retired from 20 years working as an office manager in the dental field. Most folks I talk with say once you retire, you are much busier than you were before and this has proven to be true.
My biggest passion is Missions. I love traveling to other countries to help others. I've visited Israel, Egypt, Jordan, and in recent years I have made many trips to Guatemala and Nicaragua to work in the orphanages and surrounding villages.
When I am not traveling, I love to shop in antique stores, work in my gardens and spend time with family and friends.
My newest adventure is opening up an Air B&B in my childhood home of Grottoes and I am excited for you to come, relax, and unwind.

Why they chose this property

My home place is located in a small town with a quiet neighborhood. It is within 15 to 20 minutes from the Shenandoah National Park/Skyline Drive, Cross keys Vineyards, Rocky's Antique Mall, Grand Caverns, The Lavender Farm, and James Madison University. My favorite local restaurant just minutes from the house is Wood Fired Oven. They have a great Steak and Cheese sub and the Pizza is awesome.

What makes this property unique

There are some beautiful old trees located at my old home place and in the summer you can sit in the shade of the old oak tree or sit on the back patio and grille your favorite burger or steak.
Grottoes has a beautiful town park just minutes down the road with a walking trail by the river.
In addition, my home place is within minutes of Grand Caverns. The cave has been open continually since 1806. During the Civil War and the “Valley Campaign” the cave was visited by both Confederate and Union soldiers.
The park at Grand Caverns is filled with scenic trails for hiking, running, and biking. There are also picnic shelters, a pool, a miniature golf course, beautiful areas for fishing; and a fitness trail, featuring exercise stations with instructions at each stop. The peaceful setting at the park makes for an extra special experience here in the Shenandoah Valley!

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English

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