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Nestled between Oak, Maple, and Pine Trees in the charming town of Grottoes, Virginia Dogwood Ave home is a serene retreat. Relax with family games or unwind in the rose garden which blooms beautifully during Spring and Summer seasons. Two cozy bedrooms offer comfort while a kitchen equipped with modern appliances offers an old red Formica table perfect for casual dining.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

Get Away, Relax, and Unwind

This cozy home is located in the small town of Grottoes, Virginia nestled between the shade of an old Oak Tree, Maple Tree, and Pine Trees. It sits on approximately three acres with a large field behind the house where kids can run and play. In the Spring and Summer, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the rose garden in the back yard. My father passed away in March of 2017 and left behind the old home place. He spent many hours in his rose garden and enjoyed delivering them to his wife in the nursing home. Since his passing, I've completely renovated this beautiful old home on Dogwood Ave and have also began to learn the art of growing roses. My father loved to help others and loved people and I am carrying on the tradition of helping others by offering a location where folks can come away, relax and unwind. There are two lovely bedrooms; one of which has two antique brass beds. There is a special room in memory of my father who was an avid hunter and fisherman. In addition, there are games for all ages and many books and memorabilia to enjoy. The kitchen has a modern yet retro look to it. There is an old red Formica table that seats four. You can also sit and enjoy the big screen TV while seated at the bar in the kitchen. There is a coffee station completely furnished with coffee and teas to choose from.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • 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 and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

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 not allowed

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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 deadlock
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 transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Grottoes, this holiday home is near a water park and on a river. Port Republic Museum and Port republic Battle Field are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Shenandoah National Park and Grand Caverns. Ready for a night out? Consider Hermitage Hill Farm & Stables and Mount Fair Vineyard. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cave exploring. Visit our Grottoes travel guide
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Grottoes, VA

What's nearby

  • Harrisonburg Virginia USA May 29 2017 James Madison University
    James Madison University
    15 min drive - 13.9 miles
  • Shenandoah National Park
    Shenandoah National Park
    27 min drive - 23.6 miles
  • University of Virginia
    University of Virginia
    54 min drive - 49.6 miles
  • Grand Caverns
    1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Massanutten Water Park
    23 min drive - 19.3 miles

Getting around

  • Staunton Station
    27 min drive
  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lil Guss’
    10 min walk
  • CrossKeys Vineyards
    13 min drive
  • Subway
    11 min drive
  • Wood Fired Oven
    3 min drive
  • Ciro's Flying Pizza
    2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Get Away, Relax, and Unwind pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Get Away, Relax, and Unwind ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Get Away, Relax, and Unwind ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Get Away, Relax, and Unwind ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Get Away, Relax, and Unwind located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Grand Caverns and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Shenandoah National Park. Port Republic Museum and Shenandoah River are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Get Away, Relax, and Unwind Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 92 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This is a great location in the quiet town of Grottoes. The home is well decorated, and the property is very nice. The owner is very friendly and was willing to suggest things for us to do. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Not only was the house immaculately clean, but stocked with all the little things that we needed for our stay. Karen was so kind to leave eggs, biscuits, and a variety of coffees for us. It was a great start to our first morning. I enjoyed feeling at home and being able to cook dinners for our family after the day of skiing. I would definitely visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

julie s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Karen was a wonderful host and made staying so easy. The home was extremely clean, comfy beds and cute decor. The neighborhood was very peaceful. We were there for JMU parents weekend. JMU was only 20 minutes away and you could take back road in without getting on I81.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

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

Quick weekend get away

My family absolutely loved staying here and all the local attractions! Perfect for a quiet, nature filled , weekend getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Perfect!

Very clean and great location! Great hospitality and small details were so helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely weekend!

The house was in great shape with everything updated and was very clean! It was a nice location to get to places and we enjoyed an evening of porch sitting! We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison J.

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

great getaway near shenandoah

We had a great time staying at this property. It was perfect for our family of 5 on our visit to the Shenandoah national park. The house was homey with a vintage decor. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ileana G.

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

Christmas Getaway

Very well-kept and updated property in a quiet residential area a 30-minute drive from Natural Chimneys state park and Harrisonburg. It was an enjoyable 2-night stay with all the comforts of home.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Creighton W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
fantastic stay in peaceful setting. Karen may the stay extra enjoyable with coffee options and creamers! Nice and quiet after an enjoyable JMU football game. We especially enjoyed the nearby fire trail which is part of the Shenendoah National Park, and Grand Caverns. We will be back! Best of wishes to Karen on her upcoming wedding! The importance of family (and your sense of humor) shines through your house.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle H.

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

Softball weekend

It was a fantastic relaxing stay in a very clean and quiet house!! Would be very happy to stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy J.

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

Awesome place to stay!

We had such an awesome time staying here! The home was so warm and welcoming and had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable! It was so clean and was decorated in such a unique way that we loved! Our host, Karen was also amazing! She was so friendly and helpful, checking in on us during our stay to be sure all was good 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcia D.

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

Family Time

We enjoyed our weekend here visiting our college age son. It was out of the congestion of the college town and allowed us to relax and enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

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

JMU Graduations

The house was well appointed and very clean. Comfortable and sweetly decorated. The location to campus was perfect. Our Host was a very kind and accommodating and made for a pleasantly stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula J.

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

Super homey

This was our last leg of our family road trip. Only stayed for 2 nights. But the house felt just like home all the amenities that we were looking for to just relax after long drive. And the owner even left some amazing extras which made it easy for us since we didn’t have to go to the store. We were able to enjoy caverns and a trail all within a 10 mins drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

lovely home

Karen was a gracious host and was very helpful and receptive. Her home was clean and had everything that we needed. We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

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

JMU Family Weekend

A quick twenty minute escape from the hustle and bustle of JMU Family Weekend. The house was clean, easy to access, and very comfortable. The host even went out of her way to contact us before arrival to help us avoid flooding since we were driving through the remainder of a hurricane.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

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

Visiting Family in Gottoes

We needed some extra space while visiting our family in Grottoes. Our was extremely enjoyable and exceeded our expectations in every way possible. In addition to a beautiful home, Karen went out of her way to ensure we were comfortable and well taken care of. Looking forward to returning in the near future.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

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

Very Nice House

Karen’s home was immaculate & welcoming - no complaints at all!! Great bucolic location near parks & farmland yet only about 20 minutes to Harrisonburg. We especially loved the mid-century American styling motif - retro-look but fully modern kitchen & some neat pieces in the living room. Would definitely book another stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dina B.

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

vacation

we enjoyed our stay! Karen was supper involved and communicative! the house was beautiful, clean and the property well kept. thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deniece B.

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

Amazing Home!!!

Karen was extremely helpful and quick to respond to all my questions. Every possible accommodation is there for you!! House is immaculate and the yard is so inviting! Everything you can possibly need is in this very clean, nicely decorated sweet home!!! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Svyatoslav T.

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

Good as usual

Our third time at the place. Nice and clean as usual. Communication is very good - coffee machine mishap solved instantly. Thank you Karen.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler S.

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

Perfect For Weekend Getaway

Stayed here over the weekend with my wife, sister, and brother-in-law to go to Massanutten. Location was perfect! Very quiet area. Not far from Harrisonburg where we went out one night. We also enjoyed the sidewalk access where we were able to walk down to a local bar and 7-Eleven another night. Owner is very accommodating. Aside from having fresh towels for all of us, she also had some eggs and biscuits in the fridge for us to prepare for breakfast both mornings we stayed. Bedrooms, bathrooms, living room, and kitchen were all very clean. The whole house is cozy. We will definitely consider staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

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

Great option for visiting family

House has plenty of welcoming touches, like plenty of towels and outlet covers, plus some toys for kids. The bed was comfortable, water pressure in the shower was great, and it was super easy to check in and out. For families with older kids, this is a fantastic option. For the toddler families, there are a few things that would not have survived the attention of my particular 1 year old. (Not a criticism of the house, at all, just info that I like to see in other reviews so I can decide if I am willing to properly supervise my kid in that location based on the trip we are planning.) I'd happily stay here again with my kid and my only regret is that it is no dogs allowed so we can't stay here when the dog does come with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M N.

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

Lovely Commencement Weekend

We had the pleasure of staying at this lovely rental home in Grottoes, Virginia for our daughter’s graduation from JMU, and it was absolutely perfect. The home is beautifully decorated with thoughtful touches throughout, and the furniture is so comfortable—it immediately felt like a peaceful retreat.Its location was ideal: close enough to Harrisonburg that we could easily get back and forth for graduation events, but far enough away that we completely avoided the traffic and chaos that comes with a big university celebration weekend. It was the best of both worlds.Everything in the home was spotless, and all the little amenities made our stay especially comfortable. One of my favorite moments was walking the property with my stepmother, admiring the lovely landscaping and the variety of plants around the yard—it’s clearly cared for with love and attention to detail.The surrounding area is so quiet and serene, and we hadn’t realized how close it was to Grand Caverns—what a hidden gem! We’re already hoping to return and spend more time exploring all this area has to offer.Communication with the owner was outstanding—clear, prompt, and polite throughout the entire process. It made the entire experience even more enjoyable.Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great and in close proximity to family. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026