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Cozy retreat near Old Rag

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A kitchen with blue cabinets, a stainless steel stove, a microwave, and a dishwasher.
A living room with a brick fireplace, a flat-screen TV, a bookshelf, and a window.
A white house with a porch, surrounded by a grassy field and trees, with mountains in the background.
A rural landscape with a gravel path, green grass, and a small shed.
A wooden bench with a metal barrel in a grassy field with a forested hill in the background.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Etlan, VA
  • Place, Sharp Rock Vineyards
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Shenandoah National Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Luray Caverns
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Etlan

Located in Etlan, this cottage is on a river, within a 15-minute drive of Sharp Rock Vineyards and Blue Quartz Winery. .This cottage is 13.1 mi (21 km) from Shenandoah National Park and 5.8 mi (9.4 km) from DuCard Vineyards.
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What's nearby

  • Sharp Rock Vineyards - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Shenandoah National Park - 21 min drive - 16.4 miles
  • Thorton Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 31 min drive - 21.3 miles
  • Front Royal Entrance Shenandoah National Park - 49 min drive - 43.4 miles
  • Luray Caverns - 50 min drive - 33.4 miles

Getting around

  • Culpeper Station - 34 min drive
  • Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vocelli Pizza - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Graves Mountain Lodge - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Central Coffee Co Limited - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy retreat near Old Rag

Come back to this snug retreat after a long day of hiking in the Shenandoah National Park . Renovated cottage (one mile from Old Rag trailhead) with scenic views on quiet road. Enjoy the sound of silence with panoramic views of the sky. Small nearby platform with fire cauldron. Catch a summer breeze, fly a kite or visit one of the nearby wineries.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Cozy retreat near Old Rag Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay was happy host allowed us to bring both of our dogs. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent experience. Everything was clean and up-to-date. It was perfect for us and our 3 dogs. They loved running around the beautiful property. It’s a perfect getaway spot for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very nice in a beautiful location!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very accommodating and we asked to bring 2 dogs and he was ok with it. Would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pleasant, relaxing stay surrounded by nature

Pleasant, relaxing stay surrounded by nature
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jerry is a lovely and welcoming host! The house itself was perfect for access to Shenandoah, and the view of Old Rag from down the road is so nice. The night skies can't be beat!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Cottage

We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property! Jerry was very communicative leading up to our stay including some potentially trip-altering challenges. Property was clean and well stocked. We will certainly be staying here again and would recommend it to anyone wanting proximity to Old Rag.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was very nice. The house was very quaint and we enjoyed our stay tremendously. The views were fabulous and he even made a platform in the middle of the field to star gaze and/or have a campfire. The location was perfect for visiting ‘Old Rag’ mountain as well as Shenandoah National Park. We will certainly return when we are back in the area.
Stayed 16 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy cottage with a beautiful mountain view

We had a wedding to attend in Culpepper and it was nice to unwind a few more days at this cottage. Gorgeous area and the cottage was very comfortable/well equipped. Loved the peace and quiet! Jerry was a great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great couples getaway

Jerry's cottage was the perfect home base for our couples getaway long weekend! Simple and clean, it was in a great location to easily access hiking, wineries, breweries and restaurants while feeling secluded.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet stay in the mountains

Our stay was beautiful in this mountain cabin! Jerry was a very accommodating and polite host. The cabin was beautiful and clean. We were close to wineries and hiking in Shanendoah National Park. We will be sure to look back here for our next vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great relaxing vacation

Beautiful quiet property nestled in the mountains with a beautiful landscape. Great for dog lovers. Great host
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place and location

The property is as advertised, and very close to Old Rag. We have some unexpected issues come up during our stay (like getting a flat tire), and the host was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property

Jerry is a great host, and his property is gorgeous. The cottage has everything you would need and is in a great location. Our dogs loved all the space, perfect place to relax after a day of hiking Shenandoah.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

January Rental

Relaxing stay for a week ! Beautiful views, huge acreage, cozy cottage. Jerry is a very accomodating host :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place for Shenandoah

When I go back to the park, I will be staying here. Perfect location for access to Old Rag Mountain and the middle entrance of the park to drive north or south on Skyline Drive. The host couldn't have been more accommodating and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming cabin in a beautiful location

Very comfortable cabin, equipped kitchen, thoughtful touches. Big field to run your dog framed by Shenandoah. Host is so pleasant and responsive. Look forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful getaway

We had a wonderful few days at Jerry's little cottage! Everything was just like the pictures and so clean and cozy. Jerry even came by and talked with us and we learned we had a lot in common! We also saw deer and even bald eagles on the property! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful setting

We enjoyed a lovely weekend away and thoroughly enjoyed the peace and quiet of the property. The house was perfect for me, my husband and our pup. The views were wonderful and the location was perfect for hiking and visiting wineries. Jerry was very friendly and a great host, as well!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location for Old Rag

House is just down the road from the Old Rag ranger station. Bed was very comfortable, especially after a long day hiking. Perfect for two people. Bring bug spray, the gnats in this area are pretty bad.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house and view

The house was so clean and pretty and the view of the mountains was fantastic. The owner went out of his way to make sure we had everything we needed. We will definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy cottage

I loved staying at this cottage. Had everything I needed for my stay. Clean and comfy and the sunrises and sunsets were amazing. This is the place for you if you are looking peace and quiet. It’s about 1 mile from the Old Rag trailhead. The views from the property are amazing. I would most definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Stay!

Comfortable, clean and peaceful! Cottage is a perfect place to stay while exploring the area. Jerry is one of the best hosts I have encountered, very thoughtful but respectful of privacy. He is available to help with suggestions to ensure you have the best trip possible. Would definitely recommend Jerry's place to anyone coming to the area and/or wanting to hike Old Rag!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect long weekend spot

This cottage was the perfect getaway for myself and my partner. Great spot to unplug for a long weekend and easy drive to Shenandoah National Park. We were in awe of the night sky as there is little to no light pollution and platform to star gaze on the property. Place has everything needed to be comfortable and Jerry is sure to be accessible if you have questions or needs. Would definitely come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023