Luxury Retreat | Hot Tub, Theater, Stunning Patio

Entire home in McGaheysville, Virginia, United States

  1. 16+ guests
  2. 8 bedrooms
  3. 9 beds
  4. 5.5 baths
Rated 4.72 out of 5 stars.58 reviews
Extraordinary homes, vetted for quality.
Hosted by Brian And Sara
  1. 11 years hosting

Listing highlights

1-hour drive to Shenandoah National Park

This home is near the national park.

Great check-in experience

Recent guests loved the smooth start to this stay.

Extra spacious

Guests love this home’s spaciousness for a comfortable stay.
We are excited to offer this wonderful property, Big Timber Lodge, a premier property offered through VacayAway!

This designer-decorated Home is the epitome of a "Luxurious Mountain Lodge"–conveniently located within Massanutten Resort and offers beautiful views of Massanutten Peak in the winter. View the stunning resort from the numerous decks on the front of the house. Conveniently located in the heart of the resort with community pool access in the summer (pass & addtl fee is required.)

Other things to note
Some of the highlights of this home:
* Abundance of space--8 Spacious Bedrooms & 5.5 Bathrooms for convenience
* Handicap Accessible ramp off side of house to main level of house--including master bedroom, kitchen, bathroom and outside living space
* Multiple decks off each of the bedrooms with beautiful views of the resort and ski slopes
* Exquisitely furnished and decorated throughout
* Hardwood flooring throughout living space, Tiled showers in bathrooms
* Gorgeous and HUGE custom kitchen with granite counters, eat in bar area, and dining space
* Theater room with flat-screen TV, sound system and reclining theater chairs
* Pool Table and Arcade game for endless fun and entertainment
* Tons of windows for breathtaking views any season
* Magazine-worthy backyard Oasis with Private back patio fountain, Pond, outdoor seating, outdoor kitchen with propane grill, Hot tub under covered gazebo to enjoy the beautiful sounds and sights in any weather
* Enjoy coffee/wine on the front balconies and enjoy the stunning slope/mountain views
* Wrap Around Front Porch to enjoy the beautiful views with Adirondack chairs and picnic table for outside sitting
* High Speed WIFI/Netflix/HULU/Pandora
* Upgraded linens and mattresses for a comfortable nights sleep!
* Fully stocked kitchen with Granite counters and tile backsplash, stainless appliances, and eat in dining area. Hamilton Beach Drip Coffeemaker. We provide pots, pans, basic spices, toaster, blender, crockpot, and cooking utensils for any nights in.
* All towels, sheets, comforters included in the stay!
* Accommodates the fur babies ($35 per pet, per night fee)
* Access to community pool (summer months only--$6/pp fee at entrance)

Layout:
Main Level -
Master King Bed (Attached Bathroom)
Queen Bed
Half bath
King Bed

Upstairs -
Queen Bed
Queen Bed
One Full bathroom

Downstairs-
Queen Bed
King Bed (Private Bathroom)
Full over Twin Bunkbed
There are several areas with sofas for additional sleeping
Two Full bathroom

Relax with us! We privately own and manage all of our luxurious homes and we own the largest number of vacation rental homes in the area! Come and see why our homes are consistently on the top 5 most popular homes in all of Massanutten and surrounding areas!

We offer exclusive experiences available at this premier home. These experiences include private meals prepared by our own chef, private massage services, nail services, daily housekeeping, grocery delivery service, Fly fishing tours, Sip & style painting, local wine and beer tours! No service is guaranteed and is based upon availability.

Massanutten has numerous activities for your stay. The resort offers hiking, skiing, snowboarding, tubing, swimming, etc. There is also an indoor water park that is sure to provide great memories. Wonderful restaurants and theaters are available within a 15-minute drive.

Check out our website for more information! As a benefit to booking one of our properties, I am a licensed REALTOR in the area and I am happy to provide with the latest market information on vacation homes available at Massanutten and even provide you with a complimentary tour of the resort.

There is a $35/night pet fee PER pet which we will request separately. There is also a three night minimum for all weekends unless otherwise specified.

If you’re planning to have an event during your stay, it’s important to get approval from us before booking. We’ll need to know the number of guests and cars, and there will be an additional event fee.

Keywords: Lodge, Cabin, Resort, Haven, Chalet, Retreat, Massanutten, House, JMU, Shenandoah Valley, Harrisonburg, Wedding

Where you’ll sleep

Bedroom 1
En suite bathroom, 1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
1 king bed

What this place offers

Each Luxe home is fully equipped to meet your needs, with ample space and privacy.
Mountain view
Resort view
Resort access
Shared outdoor pool - available seasonally, open specific hours, olympic-sized
Private hot tub

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4.72 out of 5 stars from 58 reviews

Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 78% of reviews
  2. 4 stars, 21% of reviews
  3. 3 stars, 0% of reviews
  4. 2 stars, 0% of reviews
  5. 1 stars, 2% of reviews

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for value

Guest reviews mention

Where you’ll be

McGaheysville, Virginia, United States

Neighborhood highlights

PLEASE READ THIS
WELCOME TO MASSANUTTEN!
This home is part of the Massanutten Property Owners Association (MPOA) and is governed by its rules and
regulations, as well as federal and state laws and local ordinances. There are short-term rentals in all
MPOA neighborhoods, but people also live here. Your nearby neighbors may be full-time residents,
including families with children, retirees, or owners of second homes enjoying their retreat. Please respect
their privacy and property rights, along with those of other guests in our private residential community.
NOISE
Noise that is unreasonable in the judgement of MPOA or its designated agent is prohibited at any time.
Quiet Hours are between 10PM and 7AM.
PARKING
All tires must be off the roadway. DO NOT BLOCK FIRE HYDRANTS! Our private neighborhood roads are
“highways” for law enforcement purposes per Rockingham County ordinance.
Do not park adjacent to any other homes or lots unless this home’s owner or property manager has told
you he/she has explicit permission for you to do so.
Parking rules violators may be subject to having their vehicles towed.
If you cannot park all your vehicles on this property or on the adjoining shoulder of the road, overflow
parking is available at the MPOA Owners’ Swimming Pool parking lot at 4007 Peak Drive.
NOTE: Buses, campers, and RV’s may not be parked at houses or along neighborhood roads. With prior
MPOA approval, they may be parked in the overflow lot during your stay.
NO OPEN FIRES
You are in an area that is at risk for wildfire! NEVER leave any outdoor fire unattended.
ALCOHOL
Open containers of alcohol are prohibited on any road or common area.
PETS
Pets are not allowed to run at large. They must be leashed at all times when off this property.
Pet owners are required to clean up after their pets.
TRASH
DO NOT place trash anywhere outside the house, including on screened porches. It will attract wildlife that
could endanger you and damage the property.

Meet your host

Host
3,469 reviews
4.55 out of 5 average rating
11 years of hosting
My work: Real Estate Broker
I spend too much time: On my phone
Hi there! We’re the founders of Vacay Away and personally manage all of our vacation homes. Our journey began in 2007 with one single property, and today we’re honored to host thousands of families each year across more than 40 homes. Hosting isn’t just a business for us—it’s our passion. We appreciate every traveler who chooses to stay with us, and our mission is to make sure your experience is comfortable, memorable, and truly special.

Co-hosts

  • Janinne

Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
Pets allowed
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm