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Exterior
Outdoor spa tub
2 bedrooms, WiFi
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Rileyville, VA
  • Place, Shenandoah River
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Luray Caverns
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Spectacular Views, Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, Real Log Fires, Mountain Getaway

MOUNTAIN MOONSHINE RETREAT
Escape to the mountains & take in spectacular views from the cabin, deck & hot tub. This peaceful retreat offers a true break from the stress of everyday life — the perfect place to reconnect with family, friends, or someone special.
Although privately situated, the cabin is only a short drive from local attractions, dining & outdoor activities whenever you’re ready to explore.

OUTDOOR LIVING
Soak in the hot tub while overlooking the mountains, river & valley below. Fire up the barbecue grill & enjoy relaxed outdoor dining on the open deck as fresh mountain air surrounds you. Watch the sunset paint the sky while you share a meal with unforgettable views.

COZY COMFORT INDOORS
Step inside to a warm, soothing space designed for rest & relaxation. Comfortable furnishings, modern appliances & thoughtful touches create a true home-away-from-home experience.
Enjoy quiet evenings with board games, books, or jigsaw puzzles — perfect for families, couples, or anyone looking to unplug & unwind.

LINENS & TOWELS
Guests are asked to bring their own sheets & towels, which most guests are happy to do. However, if you prefer to travel lighter, we’re happy to provide fresh linens & towels for a small additional fee.
Just let us know in advance & we’ll gladly have everything prepared for your arrival.

ACCESS
Mountain Moonshine is located on a mountain & accessed by a gravel road. While the road is well-traveled & maintained, it is steeper & different from typical flat, urban roads.
AWD or 4WD is strongly recommended, especially during periods of heavy rain, snow, or ice. Vehicles with higher clearance perform best. That said, many guests have successfully reached the cabin in standard sedans by maintaining steady speed - turning off traction control can help in some vehicles as well.
If you're not familiar with mountain roads, there is no need for concern — just take your time & drive carefully. The journey up is part of the experience & the panoramic mountain views from the cabin make it truly worthwhile!

BOOKING MINIMUM
• A 3-night minimum stay is required during holidays & peak dates. There is a 2-night minimum for all other dates.
• Ask about our Midweek Special (Sunday–Thursday) for $975

POPULAR AMENITIES
~Swimming Pool available from Memorial Day-Labor Day*Weather & maintenance permitting*
~Hot Tub available all year, even throughout Winter months
~Wifi
~Log Burning Wood Stove
~HDTV'S in living room & bedrooms
During your stay at this cabin, you'll be close to Elkwallow Picnic Area. Features include 1 hot tub. A private pool and a kitchen are available in the cabin.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with private pool, kitchen and 3 bathrooms
  • 10 minutes by car from George Washington National Forest and 10 minutes from Shenandoah River
Spectacular Views, Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, Real Log Fires, Mountain Getaway offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Rileyville cabin is smoke free.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside only/dispose of cigarettes in metal bucket

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Rules

3 night minimum for holiday dates 2 night minimum for all other dates Saturday is a RESTRICTED CHECK IN DAY
Pets welcome with responsible owners for $20/night/pet clean up after pets/do not allow them on furniture at any time/not allowed in pool or hot tub.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: There is a fee of $20 per night per pet.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only/dispose of cigarettes in metal bucket

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 and a first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Spectacular Views, Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, Real Log Fires, Mountain Getaway Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 154 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Haylee B.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a beautiful place to stay, views were amazing and everything was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tara G.

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed at this beautiful mountain cabin to celebrate our daughter’s birthday, and it was a perfect family getaway. The views overlooking the Shenandoah were absolutely stunning, especially in the mornings and evenings, and made the trip feel truly special.The cabin itself was clean, comfortable, and well set up for a relaxing stay. The hot tub was a huge highlight and the perfect way to unwind while taking in the scenery. The atmosphere felt peaceful, private, and very family-friendly.Everything about this stay made it easy to relax and enjoy time together. We’d happily recommend this cabin and would love to return in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you for everything.I had such a relaxing and enjoyable time with my family.I’m sure I’ll come back next fall.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was a perfect setup for our group & we had a great weekend. The only issues are that we did not anticipate needing to bring our own can opener or spatula - those items seem like they should be provided. Also, consider providing linens. Our friends did not have king sheets, so we had to provide for all. I imagine there are plenty who do not have king beds at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grabowski, A.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay, this is a lovely cabin with beautiful views. The listing says all wheel drive recommended, and it means it. We did fine in our small SUV, but if your car has lower ground clearance you might be in for a struggle. The cabin and amenities were as described, with the 3rd bed being in the common area.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place - views are amazing, and the wood burning fireplace is awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

A R.

Liked: Cleanliness
I’d give them 4.5 stars out of 5 but I rounded up. Everything was great overall! Just be mindful of a few things: you have to pay for linens which ran us about 20 per bed. We didn’t catch it initially on the description of the property.The power did go out (no inclement weather) but it was back on in a couple hours and the host was very responsive when it came to this. If you’re thinking about door dashing, we did it once and had plenty of options. The WiFi was solid for streaming on the Roku, but it’s not ideal otherwise. It was laggy just to scroll instagram and it was faster when we used our mobile data. The hot tub was great but know that the view shown on the listing is being blocked now by some vegetation and small trees growing. All in all, a great quiet getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny A.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an awesome weekend at the cabin; the views are breathtaking. Host was very communicative and pleasant to deal with. The grill got a ton of use and I appreciated the ease of the Roku and being able to log in to our own streaming services for nighttime movies. The only real issue we had was that we almost didn't make it up the mountain despite having a 4WD SUV. The road is large loose gravel, and at one particularly steep point it briefly changes to 2 paved tire tracks- trying to transition onto that was crazy because the gravel provides no grip and the whole setup just lends itself to spinning tires. We had to back up and try again several times just to make it up that area. Aside from that situation though, everything was ideal and we loved our relaxing weekend at the cabin. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kath B., Forest hill, Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an amazing stay at this beautiful cabin in Rileyville! The location was absolutely perfect—quiet, peaceful, and close to everything we wanted to do. The cabin itself was spotless, cozy, and well stocked with everything we needed. The hot tub was the highlight—perfect after a day of exploring, and it made our evenings so relaxing. We couldn’t have asked for a better getaway spot and will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Edgar J.

Liked: Cleanliness
My partner and I had an amazing experience at the cabin. It’s exactly what we needed. The views, trails, and clean mountain air was invigorating. A couple of things that could have made the experience a little better:1) After digging into the house amenities section, I saw that it read ‘no linens are provided as clearly stated in the listing”. It must’ve not been that clear because we completely missed this when booking the cabin. Only when I clicked into the property and on the details did I see this note. I’m glad we brought towels. 2) Although the property was cleaned well, the shower heads still had mildew/mold. That’s definitely one of those things that should be checked as that’s where the water comes out and hits our body. Needed some bleach. 3) I’m always grateful for HVAC, but when you’re in the mountains, you really want to experience the fresh, crisp air. There are no screens on the windows or doors. Would have been nice to be able to open a window or two at night and not have to rely on the AC.None of the above were huge issues and we had an amazing time. Would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the house and property. Wished there was better communication about need for 4 wheel drive vehicle but property manger answered promptly and was very helpful. Also wish there was better description of where hiking trail was. Not sure if it was me but unable to start grill. But with knowing everything, I would still come back. Loved the covered deck, perfect place to relax and read and kids loved the pool.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Terri B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Inside the cabin was immaculately clean and well stocked and had everything we needed. View was spectacular but was obstructed from hot tub and pool because of some overgrown trees. Host was responsive and friendly . The outdoor area could use a little maintenance. Overall definitely worth it
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

The best experience we could have imagined!

Honestly, I was most pumped about having a pool and a hot tub for our little getaway, but once we arrived I couldn't believe the cabin size, cleanliness, vibe, views, decor - it was just perfect. There were only two of us and our two doggos, so we didn't *need* that much space, but it was just beautiful and serene, equipped with anything you need, and felt on top of the world so to speak/literally lol. Pool and hot tub were clean as well and so fun. One important thing to understand; this is a top of mountain property- the drive up is wild if you're not used to it. We had a pickup truck and still struggled a bit but by the end, he was having fun with it. I suggest bringing the food there when you first arrive, as nearest stores are 25ish minutes. We had so much fun and absolutely want to return! 5.5 hour drive from NJ and so worth it! Hosts were so accommodating and kind, with quick responses and easy instructions for check in, etc. thank you for such great memories!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain Moonshine Retreat

We had a wonderful and relaxing time at Mountain Moonshine Retreat. The house was clean, the view was spectacular, and the pool was a bonus. We hope to stay there again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William C., White Plains

Liked: Cleanliness

Magnificent View

We had a very nice stay. Magnificent view from deck, sunrise and sunset. Pool was great for the 100 degree days we had, very refreshing. To hot for the hot tub this time. Definitely need 4wd/awd vehicle. Had a good time Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tamara T.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corinne W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous retreat

Enjoyed all the wildlife and the gorgeous weather! There will always be bugs everywhere and the showers have seen better days but we loved watching the birds and bees. There’s a sweet little bird that nested by the door. The kitchen is lovely and fully functional, the space is clean, the beds are comfortable, and the view was incredible. No internet access.
Little bird nest
Our dog enjoying the view
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable. 4wd required
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie P.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Blue Ridge Beauty

Myself and a few friends stayed here in late April. The views from the cabin are as good or better than many on the Appalachian Trail or other nearby trails and parks, and the cabin itself was well appointed. The hosts were great and very prompt with communication. The road and driveway to access the property are gravel and somewhat steep, but I didn't feel like we needed high clearance or 4 wheel drive at any point (in good weather). I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous property and Breathtaking views!

Our family thoroughly enjoyed staying here! The property was beautiful and the views are unmatched!!!!! Everything about this place was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H., Centreville

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024