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Hightop Hideaway, a cozy secluded mountain retreat. Pet-friendly, Shenandoah NP.

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A vineyard with a wooden deck overlooking lush green hills.
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A living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, a fireplace, and a ceiling fan.
A road sign indicating Shenandoah National Park.
A two-story house with a stone chimney, surrounded by trees and a grassy yard.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7175 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Stanardsville, VA
  • Place, Kilaurwen Winery
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Autumn Hill Winery
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Shenandoah National Park
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Hightop Hideaway, a cozy secluded mountain retreat. Pet-friendly, Shenandoah NP.

Soak up all that Mother Nature has to offer surrounded by the trees of Shenandoah National Park, in our farmhouse nestled on 4 acres of private land in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

This spacious, child and dog friendly home is a perfect place to escape and reconnect. Hike, explore the nearby vineyards, gaze at the stars, tell stories around the fire, or just relax on the porch. It also makes a great remote work getaway with fast 100 mbps internet throughout the house.

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The space:
We love hosting and are always excited to be able to share this peaceful place.

When you enter: you will find a spacious foyer, a half bathroom, and a washer & dryer. Turn the corner and you're in our full kitchen, equipped with everything a budding chef would need. The dining room has a table for 6 and a record player with our small collection of vinyl. Cross the hallway into the living room which has a wood burning stove, TV with Roku for streaming, DVD collection, board games, and a dog bed.

Upstairs is the master bedroom with king bed, large closet & en-suite full bathroom. There are also two queen bedrooms; one with a handmade bed, hanging chair and large closet space. The other has the largest closet, wonderful handmade touches, desk space & a gorgeous view. The last room on this floor is the family bathroom with bath & shower. The bedrooms and bathrooms should have everything you need for a relaxing getaway, including all sheets and linens.

We love to sit on the porch with a morning coffee or evening wine from a local winery and just enjoy all of natures noises, sounds & lights.

We also have a garage loaded with outdoor games, lawn furniture, and a charcoal grill.

There are two fire pits, a hammock, an outdoor dining area in the backyard, and lots of space to explore! Firewood is provided.

We now have high speed fiber internet that was just installed recently, with 100mbps download and upload speeds!

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Shenandoah National Park is a stones throw away and can be reached in about 20 minutes to the Swift Run Gap Entrance. We have plenty of hiking maps & info booklets around the house.

We are surrounded by vineyards and wineries, 5 of which are 10-20 minutes away, but even more if you want to venture farther.

Some other places you might want to visit:

Massanutten Resort (skiing, waterpark, golf): ~35 minutes
Charlottesville, the University of Virginia, Monticello: 35-40 minutes
Harrisonburg and James Madison University: 40-45 minutes.
Luray Caverns: 1 hour

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Guest access:
You will have full access to the entire house, with total privacy. Nobody else lives or stays on the property. The farmhouse is set on 4 acres of land with a hammock, swing, two fire pits and plenty of room for outdoor games. There is also access to the creek, which is located just across the private road and up a short trail.

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Other things to note:
–The house is located on a private gravel road with a gate. It can be bumpy and steep in spots, but any vehicle should be able to navigate it. There is ample parking space at the house.

–Up to 2 pets at a time can stay, and must be up to date on tick & flea preventative care. There is a $50 fee for each pet per stay, to help account for the extra time it takes to clean after a pet has stayed.

We have yet to encounter anyone who has not been able to get cell phone reception at the house, so you should have at least some reception regardless of your carrier.

You're welcome to have visitors during your stay, but please no overnight guests or parties.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Kilaurwen Winery. Laundry facilities are available. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 11 minutes by car from Kilaurwen Winery and 13 minutes from Autumn Hill Winery
As a guest of Hightop Hideaway, a cozy secluded mountain retreat. Pet-friendly, Shenandoah NP., you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,880 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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 are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
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.

Hightop Hideaway, a cozy secluded mountain retreat. Pet-friendly, Shenandoah NP. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

karly b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful week! Our family of 7 enjoyed our quiet escape very much!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in was easy, kitchen was well-stocked, WiFi was great. Bedrooms were really nice and the Master Bedroom mattress was perfect. We had a great stay and enjoyed having our two dogs with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gillian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet & peaceful.Great selection of board games.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate F.

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

Great place!

Great house in rural setting. Very peaceful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Felt like a very welcome guest in a comfortable, well equipped home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy D.

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

Amazing

We loved everything about our stay. The beds were wonderful and we loved all the games/records. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house with plenty of room. It has everything you need for a great vacation. It is very close to the National park entrance. We enjoyed hiking in the park, coffee and conversation on the porch and games at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wesley g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, very accomadating. Feels just like a real home with real amenities, not somw quick junk bought at walmart to fill a vacation rental . Would definitely recommended staying . Even saw a bear !!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. We are grandparents and brought our 6 grandchildren to stay. My son , his wife and nana came to visit while there. Had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie E.

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

Great mountain get away

We enjoyed our stay online the secluded mountain home. The fire pit was great! There are many nice wineries close by.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina C.

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

Enjoyable time

Our family of 4 stayed at the house. Everything was as described, and we appreciated the owners' attention to detail. We enjoyed being in the woods and would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina E.

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

A wonderful stay

The property is everything the listing says! It is private and stocked. We would love to go back in the summer and truly explore everything it has to offer!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

Peaceful and close to the park

Enjoyed our stay. The house was clean, very comfortable, and quiet. The perfect getaway, it’s just a short ride over to the park for hiking.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette C.

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

Hilltop Hideaway

Perfect location! Completely private yet convenient to everything we wanted to do. Our hosts could not have been more accommodating. They were so quick to respond and made the entire process simple.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

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

Shenandoah Farmhouse

Great find with lots of space to enjoy! Lots of privacy & easy to get to Skyline Dr. Also very dog friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph T.

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

Brief stay in the woods!

Beautiful, very well appointed home. Remote but set on a gorgeous property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Lovely Rural Farmhouse

My family loved the location and coziness snug up against the mountains. The kitchen was fully stocked and we really enjoyed cooking there. Perfect place to spend New Years.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie J.

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

Perfect for our work trip!

We were visiting a client in rural Virginia and a hotel just didn’t make sense. The location as perfect and beautiful. We were so comfortable in the house and it was the best place to decompress after long days!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

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

Great family getaway

Very private location, clean, roomy home with plenty of lovely touches to make this a wonderful Time away with family. We really enjoyed the outdoor fire pit and dvds and games the house had the offer. Bonus of some personal extras left by the hosts - fresh eggs and coffe were much appreciated!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika H.

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

Great place

The house was beautiful and all the amenities you would need. My kids love the toys there and all the baby chairs and playpen etc was a very thoughtful touch. The rooms were very spacious and very clean. We had a great trip as a family. Kids 7yrs old, 5 yrs old, and 8 months. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim V.

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

Shenandoah/Charlottesville Weekend Getaway

The house was close to Shenandoah/Skyline Drive as well as Charlottesville where we spent some time. The house was beautiful and matched everything in the listing. The hosts were very responsive and provided everything needed for a great weekend. We highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

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

Adorable Farmhouse

We loved our stay in this beautiful farmhouse…lots of added perks (like fresh eggs), that made our stay enjoyable…..the swing…. hammock made the stay so much fun for my son, and I loved drinking my morning coffee on the porch and we appreciated that it is very Drive friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

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

Family reunion and adventure

The property is well maintained, spacious, and welcoming. The home is clean, we felt like we were being hosted by friends. There was great information left helping us to find interesting things in the area. We appreciated the recommendations for food and wineries and hikes. My dog greatly enjoyed the dog bed.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eleni O.

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

Loved it!

Great location, super cute house with lots of perks (farm fresh eggs, espresso machine and milk foamer, good kitchen supplies if you are planning on cooking. Great yard area for kids! We will definitely come again…
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett N.

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

Perfect place for peace and quiet

The place was perfect. From the quiet atmosphere to the general overall condition of the property. My wife and i stayed there with our dog. Easy to get to the park. Also just a beautiful place with a firepit and grills for us to use. Will diffently stay there again. A 10 easily for me
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024