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Riverfront, pet friendly ! Log cabin with 2 bedrooms and loft!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

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

Riverfront, pet friendly ! Log cabin with 2 bedrooms and loft!

Smile Inn Over the River is a cozy, relaxing cabin where you can really get away from all the stress of daily living! Enjoy with your family and friends while grilling on the back deck overlooking the Shenandoah river! Roast marshmallows at the fire pit next in the evening next to the river. Smile as your heart warms watching your kids and dogs running, playing, having the time of their life on the huge wide open field along the river! Luray Caverns, Skyline Drive, New Market Battlefield, and wineries are all a short drive away! Make memories to take home and keep forever!

We are a very pet friendly cabin because pest are an important part of your family and should be on vacation with you, we take our dogs on vacation with us, why not you? There is an enclosed dog run right next to the deck for those times that you do not want them running free. ($30 pet fee)

There are no hidden fees in our price, everything included. There are no fees for linens, firewood, cleaning, or charges for extra people. We supply all paper products, and the kitchen is stocked for your gourmet cooking. We try to supply all the staples and spices that you may need in preparing meals.

Smile Inn sits on 3 acres, bordered by woods and fields on 3 sides, and boasts 400 feet or river frontage in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. The cabin sits near the end of a gravel road in an area we call cabin alley. The nice thing about the location is it is beyond traffic, noise (except for geese), and dust of vehicles travelling on the road. The road you travel is a country road through forest and along the river, 5.8 miles on the gravel road, and is about 17.5 miles from downtown Luray. It takes 30 minutes to travel to town so get your food before you travel to the cabin, but you are in easy reach of enjoying everything Luray (dining and movies) and the Shenandoah Valley has to offer....or just remain at the cabin and relax in the hammock near the river.

The cabin sleeps 6 comfortably, with 2 bedrooms and a loft. The downstairs bedroom has a queen bed, upstairs bedrooms has 2 double beds and a half bath, and the loft outside the upstairs bedroom has a futon. The downstairs bathroom is divided into 2 separate rooms next to each other, one includes the toilet and vanity, the other a walk in shower and whirlpool bath. (user friendly) The kitchen has updated appliances and includes a microwave, toaster, blender, and combo coffeemaker. The dining area seats 6, and leads out to the screened in porch with another table to dine. There is an open deck beside the screened in porch that also has a table and a gas grill. The living room has a sofa with 2 reclining sides, a separate recliner situated around the gas fireplace. The front porch has a swing and other seating.

Down by the river we have a fire pit and firewood, a picnic table and a hammock. There is a set of stairs down the hill to make access to the lower field easier. There is a canoe and other flotation devices that you may use, but they are use at your own risk.

All the amenities of home are provided including cable TV, WiFi, a DVD player, and phone service.

The area below the cabin that borders the river is perfect if you are planning a small event or family gathering. There is plenty of room to set up tents if you or your kids want to have the full camping experience beside the river. There is an access road that runs along the bottom of the hill below the cabin. To get on that road, travel beyond the cabin 1/4 mile and turn right at the gate, stay on the right hand road until you reach the bottom field. You can use this to bring supplies to the bottom field if you wish.

Again, the drive to town is about 30 minutes on a country road, so make sure you stock up on groceries before you travel to the cabin.

The historic town of Luray, Luray Caverns, Lake Arrowhead, and Jellystone Park are located about the same 30 minute drive. Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Drive are about a 45 minute drive, Wisteria Vineyard and New Market Battlefield will take about an hour of travel. The cabin is located at the base of Massanutten Mountain and borders the George Washington National Forest. There are many hiking trails nearby including the Habron Gap, and Indian Grave Ridge trail. There are multiple trails located along the Massanutten and the Shenandoah National Park.

More details: Suitability

-Minimum age for renters
-Children Welcome
-Pets are welcome, just let us know
-Non smoking home

Property manager

Andy Caviness

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please let us know the number of dogs

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

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Luray, VA

What's nearby

  • Shenandoah River State Park - 50 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Front Royal Entrance Shenandoah National Park - 60 min drive - 31.7 km
  • Luray Caverns - 61 min drive - 31.3 km
  • Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park - 62 min drive - 37.3 km
  • Thorton Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 68 min drive - 45.7 km

Getting around

  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪River Dairy Bar - ‬47 min drive
  • ‪Hazard Mill Kitchen - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Po Green's - ‬48 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront, pet friendly ! Log cabin with 2 bedrooms and loft! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront, pet friendly ! Log cabin with 2 bedrooms and loft!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront, pet friendly ! Log cabin with 2 bedrooms and loft!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront, pet friendly ! Log cabin with 2 bedrooms and loft! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from George Washington National Forest and Shenandoah River. Ox Bow Lake and Hazard Mill Recreation Area are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Riverfront, pet friendly ! Log cabin with 2 bedrooms and loft! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 241 out of 262 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 262 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 262 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 262 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 262 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay
Have stayed here several years in a row. Always enjoy it and plan to come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Marjana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Getaway
While there was a miscommunication between the owner and the cleaning crew resulting in us arriving to a dirty cabin at the beginning of our stay, Andy was very responsive and got someone out to get the place spotless within an hour. This is a very secluded spot and very quiet. The cabin was cozy and well-kept as well as the dog run. Our favorite feature was the gas fireplace! Just note that there are a LOT of muddy areas on the property near the river due to recent flooding in the area, so we weren't too comfortable hanging out in those spots. However, we had a very nice stay and would return again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what our family needed
We so enjoyed our time. Wonderful property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love Smile Inn!!
We love Smile Inn. This was our 3rd trip there. It's in a great location. So quiet & the property is perfect. We saw eagles, a bear, deep, baby racoons... Andy, the owner, is so responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute hideaway
It was beautiful with a lively front deck and back deck. Only negative was distance dront the rive and all the stairs
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Smile Inn over the River
The property had everything that you could possibly want, a canoe, two kayaks, life jackets of all sizes, several inflatable tubes, and lots of firewood for the fire pit. Very comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic time, beautiful view
Beautiful cabin very spacious and clean. Amazing view and additional amenities such as fire pit and river access a plus!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful getaway
We loved this cabin! Spent most of the days by the river and firepit. It exceeded expectations. Would love to visit again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location!
The view was amazing honestly would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marge Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Great family vacation! Very clean, saw wild life, and quite. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Enjoyed it so much decided to stay an extra night. Location to the river was great, even caught a smallie on the kayak.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

April H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
This home and property was wonderful. It was everything we needed and more. It was our 20 month old grandsons first trip to the river. We will definitely be going back! Great memories made.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
We had such a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolann J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Riverfront Home
We had a wonderful stay! Beautiful property and fantastic fishing. So looking forward to staying again in July!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place.
Dog loved it too
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ania H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property
My husband and I spent a weekend there, it was really nice. The house has everything you need and the big property was an enjoyable time for everyone including our loved dogs. We will come back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolute perfection!
Smile Inn Over the River was everything that we hoped for and more. The set up of the property with the doggie run, the deck overlooking the river and the screened in porch were the reasons we choose this as our get-a-way destination, but the cabin it's self was perfect too. It was clean, comfortable and well stocked with everything that we needed. Communication with the host was excellent who even accommodated our last minute decision to stay an extra night. We had absolutely no complaints and can't wait to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway!
Spectacular cabin in the woods. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin as advertised
Have stayed at this cabin several times and each time my wife and I leave we plan on coming back. Always clean , very quiet , with lots of wildlife.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lily M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little private oasis
We loved being able to sit by the river and walk around the property. We had everything we needed and a very comfortable stay. Plus their local guidebook was full of great tips!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful getaway
We had such a great time at this cabin, the property is beautiful. The place was very clean and communication with the host was great. We will definitely be booking here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

K M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Stay
The property was as described, The cabin was comfortable and well-stocked. We had a relaxing stay, floating on the river and visiting Luray. Overall, a very pleasant experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samuel D., Chicago, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot on the river!
This was perfect for a little cabin weekend getaway. The cabin was very clean and the property's yard was a great setup to hang by the river and enjoy the campfire. Would recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing house on the river
This was our third stay at this property and enjoyed our time as always. We have already booked for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marianne S., Richmond

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Setting
Beautiful, comfortable cabin, terrific deck, gorgeous view and easy access to the Shenendoah River.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022