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Cabin on River, Kayak, Hot Tub, WiFi, EV Charger!

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Welcome to River Lodge!
Enjoy our hot tub!
Keep yourself  warm at night around the firepit
Swim, fish, or go tubing on the river
Bedroom

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5105.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Rileyville, Virginia
  • Shenandoah River State Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Luray Caverns
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Front Royal, VA (FRR-Front Royal - Warren County)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Cabin on River, Kayak, Hot Tub, WiFi, EV Charger!

Summary:
River Lodge is a newly-renovated log cabin located directly on the Shenandoah River, just minutes from the national park–the perfect location for your getaway!

The highlights:
- Relax in the outdoor hot tub
- Swim, fish, or go tubing on the river–just steps from the front porch
- Stream movies or take video calls on fast WiFi
- Hang out with a glass of wine & grill on the huge deck
- Roast s’mores around the fire pit
- Drive 15 mins to Luray Cavern or into Shenandoah National Park

Enjoy!

The Space:
Our large log cabin has all the comforts of home, nestled away in the Shenandoah mountains, just steps from the Shenandoah River. River Lodge is packed with amenities and fun for couples, families or groups of friends – and is the perfect home base for your getaway!

The cabin includes:
- 2 bedrooms: one bedroom with a queen bed, and another bedroom with a double bed – plus a pull out sofa in the living room
- Fully-stocked kitchen with a fridge, stove/oven and microwave
- TV with a wide collection of DVDs for everyone to enjoy
- WiFi that's more than enough to stream movies and hold video calls
- Central heat and AC to keep you comfortable, no matter the weather
- Dog friendly - bring your furry best friend!

(Note: you’ll be renting the downstairs portion of the cabin that is accessed through the double doors at the top of the three steps in front of the house. The cabin is huge – and the upper portion of the cabin is not yet finished. Please do not walk up to the upper portion from the back or the front, or use the upper deck.)

Outside, you’ll also find:
- A large hot tub, perfect for relaxing after a long day exploring
- Outside fire pit with seating for the whole group
- EV charging station
- Kayak and canoe (and paddles) – available on the property for you to enjoy

But the best part about the cabin is its location: River Lodge is located directly on a 1,200 foot section of the Shenandoah River. When it’s warm, it’s perfect for swimming, tubing, canoeing, and kayaking. We have canoes, kayaks, and tubes for you to use too! There’s also great fishing (we’ve caught bass and channel catfish). And at night, we love dozing off listening to the sound of the river rushing by.

Note: River Lodge is part of a large private retreat, with three other small cabins on the property – about 150 feet away from River Lodge. You will likely see guests at the other cabins, and they may also be enjoying the river (and kayaks/canoes/tubes) during your stay. That said, the property is very large – so you should easily be able to find a quiet spot on the river to call your own. And of course you’ll have your own personal hot tub and, fire pit. The cabin has an EV (Electronic Vehicle) charger that you may use during your stay. There is an additional charge of $15 per stay. Please let us know if you would like to add this to your stay.

(By the way, the other three cabins sleep 2 people each – so if you’re looking to book a stay with a larger group, please contact us. Between River Lodge and the other two cabins, we can accommodate up to 11 people on the entire property.)

Lastly, beyond the cabin itself, we love how close we are to downtown Luray and the famous Luray Caverns – both just a 10 minute drive away. Beyond the caves (which we recommend you definitely check out), the town has fantastic breweries, restaurants, and shops for you to enjoy! And of course, you’re also just minutes from Shenandoah National Park – with amazing hiking trails and views!

Property manager

Tony Cappaert
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Charge may apply
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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
This property accepts cash
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

About the area

Rileyville

Located in Rileyville, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Caverns Country Club and Glen Manor Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shenandoah National Park and Luray Caverns. The Garden Maze at Luray Caverns and Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park are also worth visiting.
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Rileyville, Virginia

What's nearby

  • Shenandoah River State Park - 12 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Luray Caverns - 18 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park - 21 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Thorton Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 28 min drive - 31.9 km
  • Skyland - 43 min drive - 44.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Castle Vineyards - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪River Dairy Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hazard Mill Kitchen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Po Green's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabin on River, Kayak, Hot Tub, WiFi, EV Charger! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Cabin on River, Kayak, Hot Tub, WiFi, EV Charger!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin on River, Kayak, Hot Tub, WiFi, EV Charger!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cabin on River, Kayak, Hot Tub, WiFi, EV Charger! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps away from Shenandoah River and George Washington National Forest. Hazard Mill Recreation Area and Ox Bow Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jeff W.

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

Nice place

Nice location, unique decorations
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla W.

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

Our Stay

We had a great time staying at this property. The property managers were very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alvaro G.

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

Beautiful property!!!!!!!

I would definitely stay here again if I was in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth K.

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

Amazing property right on the river

The location of this home is the BEST! River views from the hot tub and hammock make it the perfect place for relaxing. I stayed two nights mid week and enjoyed juvenile bald eagles, great blue heron and wood ducks as the followed the river. There's a great fire pit area on the river also, as well as kayaks. Accommodations were comfortable and the host was responsive and helpful. I was glad I didn't meet any other vehicles on the dirt road to access the property, but the few minutes of holding my breath were well worth the gorgeous views. I especially appreciated the hard work they have done to save the trees lining the river from invasive English ivy, and the native plantings to enhance the outdoor spaces.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leroy J.

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

Great Stay

Our family had a wonderful time at the lodge. The pictures don't do the location justice - the house is on a large lot along the river. We spent most of the time on the property relaxing, spotting wildlife, making fires, and enjoying the hottub. We have been here before in the summer, and the kids love swimming and boating in the river - unfortunately it was too high this time around due to the recent rains. We also visited the caverns, got some great food in Luray, and hiked the Rose River Falls train on skyline drive. Highly recommend - we will be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeremy u.

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

Beautiful location

Start a fire by the water and plan on only needing the house to sleep. This is a picture perfect setting with tons of wildlife to sit back and enjoy. We absolutely loved it. There are other STR sites within eyesight so if all are booked it could be a little less secluded but when we visited, there were only 2 other sites rented and it still felt very secluded.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal M.

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

Serenity with amenities.

We had a great time at the property. Property is very clean, well decorated, great amenities. Wi-Fi accessible, but no cellular service with Verizon. (Switch your phone to allow wifi calling so you can get text messages, etc..). Beautiful views. Well maintained landscaping, and peace and quiet. Hot tub was awesome addition! Would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sophie H.

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

Perfect spot to hike and/or relax!

This is a great spot to either hang out and relax or head to the mountains for a hike! The space is clean, cozy and has a usefully stocked kitchen. One bedroom is quite a bit bigger than the other, but it can still comfortable sleep 4 (could feasibly sleep more on the pullout couch, but it would be tight). The location is amazing! The river and firepit are a lot closer to the house than it looks like in the photos and it's awesome. We had intended on hiking every day we were there, but the property was so inviting that we ended up spending a day just hanging out and enjoying the peace and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Sheryl S., Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Perfect, beautiful location

It’s a lovely home in a beautiful location. Advertised as a 2 bedroom 2 bath. But second bedroom had no A/C and was hot so other couple slept on pull out couch. Also 2nd bathroom had NO hot water & the sink did not work. Also 1/2 the jets in hot tub did not work but that was fixed by maintenance the next day. Expected more for the cost. Great location though.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Meron D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Review the pros/cons

The host was responsive and the check-in process was smooth. The amenities were great (hot tub, fire pit, proximity to hiking trails). However, there were several issues reported that went unresolved during our stay. We had mold in the master bedroom, one bathroom didn't have a working shower, and the other bathroom had a clogged sink. It was difficult to share to half the working bathrooms among 5 people and one person had to leave early due to mold/health issue.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Tony Cappaert

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I live in DC with my wife and three young kids. I love camping/hiking, drinking (and sometimes brewing) great beer and wine, exploring new restaurants and shops, and traveling all over.

Why they chose this property

We spent years searching for the perfect getaway and wanted to be close enough to DC that we could do a day trip. We fell in love with the area – and River Lodge in particular. We love how cute and cozy our cabin is, and all the fun outdoor activities we can enjoy year-round. :)

Languages:

English

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