Located on the Shenandoah River, Historic River House offers a serene retreat. Enjoy 360-degree mountain views from the hot tub or one of two covered porches, and explore private river access via canoe or paddle boat. This Early American Colonial themed home features antiques and period decor.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 101600 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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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.
Historic Riverhouse w/ riverview! Privacy and seclusion! Steps away from River!
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Private river access!
Want to get away from the big crowds? Now is the time to stay in this beautiful home. The only crowds you will see here are the cattle that graze the pasture with nearly 25 newborn calf running and playing in the field! (Cattle are rotated and are not in this pasture 100% of the time.) Bring the family and enjoy some downtime while taking in the beautiful 360 degree views of the mountains. So many things to see and do, without the crowd. Historic River House is nestled on the beautiful Shenandoah River with a spectacular year round river front view and private boat dock with a included canoe and optional paddle boat rental. Located at 7910 Farm Lane in Elkton, Virgina 22827. River house is decorated in an Early American Colonial Theme with many antiques and period decor. Enjoy the mountain and river views while relaxing in the hot tub, or from one of two covered porches. Vacation in style while having the full features of a home at your finger tips. Explore the river or the nearby national parks, all at your own pace. River house is a great place to relax. Enjoy a local hike along the river walking along a well worn path or venture into town for shopping and dining. The Shenandoah National Park is also very close by and offers many recreational opportunities.
If you plan on bringing your pets (2 pet maximum) please make sure that you select pets when making your reservation. Note that pets other than dogs will need approval before booking.
PLEASE NOTE: The VRBO and/or Home Away App contains our directions to the property, check in instructions and other essential information. DO download and use it. If you are not comfortable using the application we ask that you contact us 7 days before your stay to confirm the directions and other essential check in information.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Dock
Firepit
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
On the waterfront
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing 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)
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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Elkton, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Masanutten Ski Resort and Hawksbill Greenway 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 Swift Run Gap Entrance Shenandoah. Massanutten Water Park and SoLace Studios Fine Handcrafts are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Elkton travel guide
Is Historic Riverhouse w/ riverview! Privacy and seclusion! Steps away from River! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Historic Riverhouse w/ riverview! Privacy and seclusion! Steps away from River!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Historic Riverhouse w/ riverview! Privacy and seclusion! Steps away from River!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Historic Riverhouse w/ riverview! Privacy and seclusion! Steps away from River!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Historic Riverhouse w/ riverview! Privacy and seclusion! Steps away from River! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Shenandoah River, Town of Shenandoah Museum & Welcome Center and Shenandoah Town Hall. George Washington National Forest is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.
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Historic Riverhouse w/ riverview! Privacy and seclusion! Steps away from River! Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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Great stay! There was great communication between the host and I. They were very fast to respond and very accommodating. Their property was great. Short walk to the river. Short drive to Massanutten and grocery stores. Would definitely recommend.
Lovely property. We enjoyed the morning sunrises over the pasture! Great location- close to skyline drive and the caverns but far enough away for peaceful relaxation. Check in was easy and accommodations were great. Highly recommended.
Great spot to gather with friends. Grilling, campfires, and canoeing. We were able to sleep 4 adults and 4 kids (9, 11, 11, 16) comfortably. Easy access to Shenandoah. Surrounded by beautiful and peaceful farmland. Short walk to the water's edge. Host was very accomodating and solved a couple small issues promptly.
Check in was great, this area is absolutly beautiful! The river is nice and easy. Loved going out on the canoe and visiting Shenandoa National Park. Loved the old farms and the old time feel.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Everything was perfect and the farm was so much fun. We loved getting back to some peace and quiet. This is a phenomenal house and was a picture perfect stay.
We enjoyed our stay! Great location! Quite & relaxing time! We enjoyed the hot tub and had a great time finishing on the river. Our only suggestion would be to put a picnic table down at the river for guests to enjoy.
We had a great time staying here. It was close to many of the things we wanted to do and very peaceful (except for the train activity across the river). The dock had been wiped out by river flooding (our host was very apologetic and informed us that a new one was in the works for future guests) but was still able to enjoy the river. The walk to the river is not far, however it is on a slight incline through the cow pasture so be prepared. The house had just about everything you would need to make your stay a good one. We traveled with 7 people and not one complaint!!
I was looking for a spot to relax and recharge so the quiet farm setting was the prescription I needed. Seeing cows and Mr. Donkey made me smile every morning.
Barbara K.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
karen s.
13 Sept 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
Review
Everything was good . But the mattress needs to be changed for all the bunk beds .
The river house was the perfect setting to kick off spring break for our kids. We brough our dogs who were as happy as could be chasing balls through the yard and watching the cows in the pasture. My husband and kids enjoyed fishing off the dock and taking a trip down the river in the canoe. And we all enjoyed evenings soaking in the hottub. So much beauty to soak in throughout the valley and this location was absolutely delightful. Thank you for letting us stay!
Great location. DARK at night. Secluded. Comfortable house. The one bath is in the first level, so if you have to use the bathroom at night you have to walk down some steep steps. Otherwise, good property. I’d definitely stay there again. Property manager was very nice and helpful.
Right on the Shenandoah. Beautiful Scenery. Relaxing time on the river, and Covered Porch.
Good early Morning Coffee Views in all directions. Close to town, although doesn’t feel like it. Host Scot very responsive and helpful. Will be back. Definitely recommend!
Joshua H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Archival
8/10 Good
Rosemary V.
8 Nov 2015
Quiet get-away house
This house was well cared for, very clean & creatively decorated. It had a nice homey feel with many nice touches such as 2 covered porches (perfect for any day, but especially when it rains), loads of historic paintings, drawings, etc of George Washington, Lafayette, Thomas Jefferson & other founding fathers. A very nice private hot tub, great view of the Shenandoah River & cows coming right up to the fence. We really liked this setting in the small town of Shenandoah on a 200 acres farm. Very private. You won't be disappointed.
We were looking for a few quiet, relaxing days, and that was exactly what we got. The property is rustic and simple, with a beautiful view of the Shenandoah river. The property is well kept, with a grill, fire pit and hot tub. The decor is beautiful antique. We greatly enjoyed relaxing in the sitting room, talking and reading. I walked around the house and used Google lens to identify the portraiture throughout the house; very interesting! The swift run gap entrance to skyline drive is right up the road, making for an easy trip to hike and see waterfalls. It's far enough out from big cities that the night sky was magnificent. Definitely keeping this one for future visits.
James E.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Bob C.
8 Nov 2015
Awsome place in a great location
My wife and I got the family together(including the dog) for my fiftieth birthday and I couldn't have asked for a better place to stay.
Started our vacation with beers by the fire pit. Went to bed in surprisingly large bedrooms with very comfortable beds.
Woke up in the morning, had breakfast in the well equipped kitchen and walked down to the river for a little fishing.
Cleaned up, hit some attractions that were a short drive away, and repeat. Who could ask for more.
The House was clean, well furnished and nicely decorated, didn't get to use the hot tub, maybe next time and there will definitely be a next time.
Thank you, my family and I really had a enjoyable and memorable time.
Thanks, Bob
Bob C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2015
Archival
8/10 Good
Megan V.
2 Jul 2015
Lovely Home
We enjoyed the serene landscape surrounding the home and we were supplied with most everything we needed. The decor is charming!
We never could find the little path to the river that is shown in one of the photos. All we saw was a large uncut field and when we walked up to the river there was a 2-3 foot drop-off. Even if it hadn't been raining we weren't sure how we would have gotten the canoe down to the water. The only docks we found belonged to other homes. Might want to include a sketch of where to go for river access for future guests.
Thanks
We loved our anniversary trip at Soct’s home! Very comfortable home, everything was as stated. Scot was very accommodating and responsive. Beautiful home, very comfortable bed, lovely area, we plan to visit again! Enjoyed the cows coming to visit also! Thank you!
This was a beautiful property. Great history and peaceful. The view was superb and I can tell this would be great for a destination wedding or family reunion