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Escape to River Haven Cabin, nestled along the beautiful Shenandoah River with a year-round view that invites relaxation. This cozy retreat offers a large deck perfect for taking in the river sights or enjoying local hikes and canoe tours at your own pace.

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Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6850 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Rustic Riverfront Getaway Directly On The River!! You can't get any closer!

  • LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Need to get away from the big city? You have found your retreat! So many things to see and do, without the crowd. River Haven Cabin is nestled right on the beautiful Shenandoah River, with a spectacular year round view. The very name River Haven hints to its warm and cozy place on the river. Life at the cabin is very low key, just the place to relax and take it easy 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 Haven has something to offer for all who visit. Please note-this property may not be best suited for those with mobility issues, as there is a slight incline/decline getting to the cabin and back up to the driveway.

    River Haven is the perfect place to relax. Enjoy a local hike or sit back on our large deck and enjoy the river. River Haven offers all the comforts of home with the advantages of being located by the Shenandoah River. Bring a pole and lures and enjoy our abundant small mouth bass or take the canoe and tour the river.

    River Haven is situated on the northwestern portion of a 200 acre farm named Rivercrest that dates back to an original land grant from the King of England. The original deed granted hundreds of acres to the Moyer/Taylor family who were also distant relatives of our 12th President of the United States , Zachary Taylor. While the Taylors amassed most of their holdings through many local business dealings of the 1800’s, the fertile soil and incredible waterfront beauty of Rivercrest always interested the last heir Everet to farm and cultivate the rich soil and produce abundant crops. In the 1960’s, Mr. Taylor sold roughly an acre of riverfront property to a local businessman and soon after River Haven was born. The previous owners of River Haven upgraded and maintained the waterfront retreat and decided to share its peace, quiet, and solitude with the rest of those looking for a retreat away from the stresses of modern day life. And, to this day, these qualities make River Haven such a unique and incredible property and it invites you to feel like a part of the infamous Shenandoah River like no other can offer. As the owners of Rivercrest and now River Haven we are pleased that the two are once again joined together and we are anxious to add our touches to River Haven and for our guest to experience the stress and tension leaving as you make your way down past the historic farm that we and Mr. Taylor love and cherish and find your peace, solitude, and enjoyment in all that River Haven has to offer.

    The Unique Benefits of this Cabin: Explore the river or the nearby national parks, all at your own pace. River Haven has something to offer for all who visit. River Haven is the perfect place to relax. Enjoy a local hike or sit back on our large deck and enjoy the river. River Haven offers all the comforts of home with the advantages of being located right on the Shenandoah River. Bring a pole and lures and enjoy our abundant small mouth bass or take the canoe and tour the river.

    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. We ask that you 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

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 850 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 21

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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Elkton, this cabin is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Town of Shenandoah Museum & Welcome Center and Miller-Kite House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Masanutten Ski Resort and Hawksbill Greenway. Massanutten Water Park and SoLace Studios Fine Handcrafts are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging. Visit our Elkton travel guide
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Elkton, VA

What's nearby

  • Shenandoah National Park
    Shenandoah National Park
    15 min drive - 12.9 miles
  • Luray Caverns
    Luray Caverns
    24 min drive - 21.6 miles
  • Town of Shenandoah Museum & Welcome Center
    1 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Shenandoah Town Hall
    1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Massanutten Water Park
    15 min drive - 11.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Elkton Brewing Company
    12 min drive
  • Old 33 Beer & Burger Grill
    12 min drive
  • Rudy’s Diner
    5 min drive
  • Shenandoah Moose Lodge #2176
    6 min drive
  • Mr. Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Riverfront Getaway Directly On The River!! You can't get any closer! 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 Rustic Riverfront Getaway Directly On The River!! You can't get any closer!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rustic Riverfront Getaway Directly On The River!! You can't get any closer!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Riverfront Getaway Directly On The River!! You can't get any closer!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Riverfront Getaway Directly On The River!! You can't get any closer! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Shenandoah River, Town of Shenandoah Museum & Welcome Center and Shenandoah Town Hall. George Washington National Forest is 2 mi (3.1 km) away.

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Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 103 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location which was perfect for a week of rest on our family holiday. The girls liked having space (using the loft area) and being able to go out on the river in the canoe was a great treat. Scot was a wonderful host.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

relaxation

we had a great relaxing time. we had sunny days and snowy days and the river was peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

Awesome!

My wife and I had a wonderful stay! The place was beautiful, clean, comfortable. Scott was super responsive, any time I reached out with a question.Very happy overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

jack m.

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

Shenandoah river chalet

We were very pleased with the rental. It was clean comfortable and secluded which were all the things we were looking for. The large deck overlooking the river was a great place to relax to eat or just enjoy the solitude. The weather was perfect so that made it even more enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

Perfect Weekend Getaway

We had such a relaxing time during our stay in this lovely cabin! As a young family with a 6-month old, it was the perfect place to stay for the weekend and just disconnect from city life. Some highlights were sitting on the deck overlooking the river and hanging out in the hot tub. While we didn’t partake in any canoeing adventures ourselves, there is a dock on site with a canoe, oars, and life vests. There’s also a grill on site and a fire pit. The close proximity to Shenandoah National Park was a huge plus as well. We would love to come back to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Howard S.

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

The Host is the Best

We try to stay every year. Every year gets better and better. Scott is always improving the property. We have met a lot of host thru the years but none, by far compare to Scott. He truly loves his job, no issues he can not handle. So relax and enjoy the little River Heaven.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris P.

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

A perfect stay

We loved the location. The cottage was comfortable, clean, and had a nice kitchen with enough equipment to cook basically anything. The deck is great. I emjoyed watching all the activity on the water and in the park across the way. The host was thoughful and communicated with us very couteously when it was necessary to remove a tree which had blown down in a storm. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina W.

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

Best Friends Bachelorette

Our stay was absolutely wonderful! The host’s communication was exceptional, we only had one small issue and he responded so quickly to help us. The property was clean and had everything we needed. The only thing that would have been good to have was a larger frying pan, but you can definitely still cook effectively if you don’t want to bring one! We loved the proximity to the water, getting on and off of our paddleboards was easy with the ladders attached to the dock. The view from the deck is beautiful and I wish we didn’t have to leave. Our stay was wonderful and I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana S.

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

Exceeded Expectations !!!

We just returned from our long Thanksgiving 4 day stay. It was perfect! We loved the cottage and it was so cozy. The views were amazing. We enjoyed the hottub, the canoe, fishing and the outdoor firepit was a big hit on our chili nights. I cant say enough about the host. Scot wad amazing from the time we booked until check-out. He was so helpful and responded to all our questions right away. The only suggestion i would make is to bring a folding table. We brought one and it came in handy for our meals and playing games. This was exactly what we hoped for and it really did exceed our expectations!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location but needs some updates

The location of this cabin is wonderful and it was very relaxing to stay there. Scot was great, and helped accommodate an early check in. This place could absolutely be 5 star with a few small updates. Some weatherproof deck furniture would definitely be a plus to replace the grungy deck cushions. There were no screens on the windows or sliding door to let the air in which would have been nice on the cooler nights. The trash can has no cover which might seem petty but I really don’t want to look at our food scraps. The toilet, which others have mentioned, needs at least two flushes every time. The kitchen was also a little lacking and we had to buy some mixing bowls. The overall inside could also use a good scrub. This is not meant to be a bad review just a nudge to step it up a notch to make it amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very responsive. Place was very clean. Everything was easy to find and worked well. It was the perfect size for our small family. The view is gorgeous. We kept saying how great this place would be in the warmer months on the river. Hot tub was the best part.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was nice and ready for our visit with extra towels and the owner(s) made it very cozy. The river comes right up to the house and huge deck which we loved. Good times!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was just as described. View was amazing. Peaceful mountain getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute secluded property, on lake great for fishing. Home was stocked with necessities. Would recommend if looking for peace and quite
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Howard S.

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

Perfect Little Getaway

Clean secluded just a perfect little getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Allison H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view! The hot tub was a nice way to relax after a challenging hike. The house met all of our needs, but was a little smaller than expected. The beds creaked a lot, and the doors didn't close easily. Overall we had a very nice and enjoyable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Travis R.

Fantastic Place

Great location with seclusion, excellent amenities, great management, and an all around fantastic property. I'll be staying here again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trinity T.

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

Long weekend

This trip was fantastic! It was myself, my spouse, and our two friends. Everything was exactly like the listing, and this is a a good fishing spot due to the easiest river access ever! We had some impressive catches too!! The hot tub was well kept, worked phenomenally, and was also very easy to access. This is also such a nice private area, and the fire pit was so fun for s’mores!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert C.

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

Fun in the Fog

Despite the rain and foggy weather, we had a great time here catching up with old friends. A beautiful place to stay and explore the area. A quick drive to Harrisonburg and Luray.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William R.

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

Shenandoah River House

Completely as advertised. convenient to the Park as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Howard S.

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

Wonderful little place

Loved the new AC/Heating units in each bedroom, added some new chairs to the outside deck.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas E.

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

Perfect cabin for family

This is the perfect cabin for a family getaway. You can not beat the location right on the water with a dock and canoe. Looking forward to coming back in the warmer months. Scot went above and beyond to make us feel welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg M.

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

Relax and unwind by the river

We had a pleasant stay at the river house. The deck is 100% the best feature of the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Melanie W.

Gorgeous Views

The house was everything it said it was in the description. The river was an awesome sight!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Perfect Girls Weekend

River Haven made a "Grandmother - mother - daughter weekend" amazing! The cabin was so cute and cozy and the beds were so comfortable. It was perfect for relaxing and "girl time". The hot tub was pretty awesome too! We will definitely be booking again! Thank you.