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The House in the Holla at the foot of Shenandoah National Park

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A wooden deck with Adirondack chairs and a table, surrounded by dense forest and a stream.
A window with a view of a forested area.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a black stove.
A living room with a grey sofa, two windows with blinds, a standing lamp, and a wall-mounted sign.
A wooden four-poster bed with a quilt, an air conditioning unit above, a window with curtains, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $249
$220 nightly
$249 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24

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Stanardsville, VA
  • Place, Stanardsville Town Office
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Greene County Library
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Kilaurwen Winery
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Stanardsville

With a stay at this vacation home in Stanardsville, you'll be on a river, within a 15-minute drive of Shenandoah National Park and Stanardsville Town Office. .This family-friendly vacation home is 3.7 mi (6 km) from Greene County Library and 5.1 mi (8.1 km) from Kilaurwen Winery.

What's nearby

  • Stanardsville Town Office - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Greene County Library - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Greene County Park - 12 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Kilaurwen Winery - 13 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Swift Run Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 18 min drive - 7.7 miles

Getting around

  • Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maybelle’s - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Maybelle’s On Main - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sal's Pizzeria & Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bearrr Appetit - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pupuseria Los Robles - ‬7 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.

The House in the Holla at the foot of Shenandoah National Park

Be in Shenandoah National Park in less then 15 minutes!
Our home is special to us and we hope it will be to you as well. We are located on Swift Run, which is a stocked trout stream- you will need a Virginia fishing license and trout stamp, stocking is usually Oct-Feb. Outside we have a patio to enjoy sitting and relaxing listening to the river and grilling out along with 2 wood fire pits. Inside you can hear the river from both bedrooms.
We have a fully stocked kitchen available for your use. One bedroom has a Queen sized bed, and the other has 2 twin beds. Although our home is small, it's very cozy and comfortable. Kitchen towels, dish washing detergent, trash bags, hand soap and a dishwasher are provided for your use. Bathroom towels and wash cloths are also provided with bedroom linens. We have 3 smart tvs and a DVD player along with high speed internet (100mbps) for your convenience. There are 2 outside fire pits, we try to keep wood there, but it's not always guaranteed.
We have a pack and play (and sheet) and high chair in the closet of the big bedroom. Other items may be available upon request.
We do welcome dogs for a $25 pet fee. No CATS.
We are 12 miles from the entrance to skyline drive and with in 30 miles to UVA. Conveniently located!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home offers games and a video library.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets

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 fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

The House in the Holla at the foot of Shenandoah National Park Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

McGowan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and cute house! Loved the stream along the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly sized rental for my husband and I and our 2 dogs. Great location. Loved the Swift Run creek that runs right by the house - very peaceful to hear it from inside or outside the house. Kitchen was well equipped for making meals. Host was responsive and easy to contact through the Vrbo app.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ingrid B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I loved the water right next to the house. I loved hearing it and seeing it. It was in a great location for what we needed to be near. It was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great pet friendly rental in a peaceful riverside setting. We loved laying in bed and listening to the river, sitting outside and watching the bumble bees and butterflies flying around. The scenery is beautiful and there is easy access to hiking. Would absolutely recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I was able to stay a couple of days at this lovely house. Loved the location and the stream right next to the house. Perfect size for us and our dog. We hope to stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place’ we loved our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay here! Being able to hear the river all the time was dreamy. Everything in the house was clean and comfortable. It was perfect for us and we would love to return in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The whole house was clean and fully stocked with all the essentials. The description was accurate and the host was very friendly and communicative! Very child friendly; would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marinda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay. Close to Shenandoah NP
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very clean, the kitchen is well stocked. Close to snp and wineries. Love staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Courtney K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Home had everything we needed and was in a lovely setting. The kitchen was well stocked for use and even provided my morning coffee, which was greatly appreciated. It enabled us to bring our dogs with us when visiting our family nearby. The set up is very family friendly with games, books, and space needed for all ages. Hope to come back when the weather is warm to enjoy some fishing and walks along the river
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tiff U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute and a fabulous location next to a running stream. Our kids loved exploring and playing games!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very restful, enjoyed an outdoor fire one night, easy communication with owner via texts
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

MARK W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes our kitchen was well equipped and host was very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was nice. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the peaceful location next to a stream. Lots of special touches like autumn decorations. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patti S.

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

Great Stay!

Perfect location for a wedding weekend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is a very pet friendly cottage in the woods by a stream. It was a very relaxing week away. Dana was very accommodating and a good communicator. We took advantage of all the things to do in the area, Shenandoah National Park, Shenandoah River State Park and Luray Caverns. We even took walks along the stream. We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel Lynne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The House in the Holla was perfect for our weekend getaway! Very clean and well equipped. We enjoyed sitting out by the creek and relaxing. Great location for trips into Shenandoah National Park. The host has brochures and books for activities in the area.
Compliments of the host!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was very clean, off neaten pass, so quite.Loved the creek in back. Was so relaxing, the owner was fantastic. Recommend 100%
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

VIrginia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The home was comfortable and fully stocked with amenities. Beautifully surrounded by mountains and the the river. Our Host was very quick to respond to my message. Look forward to returning
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alison H.

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

Quaint home, beautiful setting.

We enjoyed our stay. The home was well stocked and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house. Good location. Very relaxing. Very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corissa D.

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

Perfect Shenandoah Base Camp

Dana’s place was a perfect base camp for our trip to Shenandoah. Super easy access to go north or south in the park and a very peaceful environment during our downtime. We loved the outdoor fire pits and being able to listen to the stream at night made for such a lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025