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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Interior
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 679 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Elkton, VA
  • Shenandoah National Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Massanutten Water Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Masanutten Ski Resort
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

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.

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.
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Shenandoah River. A water park, a hot tub, and concierge services are available. The cabin includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, fireplace, and patio
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Services include a concierge
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Shenandoah River and a 2-minute drive from Town of Shenandoah Museum & Welcome Center
This cabin offers its guests a water park and a hot tub. This cabin also features barbecue grills and concierge services.

This Elkton cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Scot

Languages

English

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
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

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

  • 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
  • Water park
  • 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

Policies

Check-in

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Seniors-only community
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 90 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

8/10 Good

jack m.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

8/10 Good

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Frank I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard S., Pasadena,Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Kris P.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Dana S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

8/10 Good

Melissa G.

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

10/10 Excellent

Howard S., Pasadena,Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Little Getaway
Clean secluded just a perfect little getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
One of the best rentals I’ve experience in my 15 years renting along the Shenandoah. Scot was an excellent host. No complaints! Can’t wait to come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shenandoah River House
Completely as advertised. convenient to the Park as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas E.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Debbi T., Virginia Beach

Liked: Cleanliness
Riverside Getaway
The property was exactly as it is posted. Great place to getaway from it all and just relax. You can spend many hours on the huge deck. Plenty of seating, a grill to cook on or the Hot tub to let all your troubles go. Early morning coffee on the deck was my favorite, listening to the birds as the sun rises. In the evening a glass of wine or your favorite adult beverage on the deck is so peaceful, watching the water flow by and see the occasional boater.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway!
Property is exactly as described! Clean, well taken care of and nicely decorated! Scot was quick to respond and goes above and beyond to make your stay perfect! I highly recommend a visit! 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view right on the river!
Nice location, great decks/dock and firepit. There was a little mud on the walkway to the dock under the house that made it a little slick going to the dock. We had a great time with our 2 dogs enjoying the water and views.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Traci P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
My husband and I rented this property for a weekend getaway and it did not disappoint! You couldn't ask for a better location. Great view of the river, great fishing and an amazing outdoor space. The deck is seriously awesome. Add in the hot tub and the cozy interior and you really couldn't ask for more. The property manager is really great too. Super responsive and he even came and helped us get our car started when we discovered the battery was dead. I can't recommend this lovely cabin enough. We will definitely being going back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Andrew K.

Our stay
Easy experience, great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

George V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Down Time
We enjoyed our stay very much! Thinking about coming back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Preston C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely getaway
We loved staying at River Haven! The location is beautiful and peaceful, we loved that there was no-one around…we could just sit out on the beautiful deck and enjoy the views and the River. My kids loved the canoe and fishing and we enjoyed the hot tub which was ready to go when we arrived! We will definitely be back to River Haven soon! My 18, 16, 13 and 8 year old all enjoyed our stay. We hiked and shopped and enjoyed the older movies at the cabin. There is a train that goes through but it didn’t bother us at all. The driveway is steep but again it didn’t bother us. We also brought our golden doodle and she loved romping around the property. Thank you for a much needed time away….it was just what we needed. Oh, the weather was nice for March! 70’s then 60’s. It only rained one day and we went shopping in Harrisonburg that day.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Doreen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
River view
Awesome...needs a few fixes. Toilet clogged 5 times. Outdoor grill only lite up in spots. Can see outside around the fireplace...needs to be caulked. The view would have been better if the windows were cleaned. Hardwood floors swept but dirty. Quite relaxing I would visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Mary G., Sterling Heights

Liked: Cleanliness
River place
Communication was great with management company. The scenery was beautiful but the sound of the train was loud and annoying at times especially in the early morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Jennie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place to stay
It was very nice and clean and comfortable. The only thing, was the steep walkway down and up to the cabin. It was very hard to maneuver with a cane.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Howard S., Pasadena,Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness
Communication with property manager is top of the line Scott is the BEST
We have stayed here quite a few times and each time the place gets better Scott is always updating the property thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
We had a great weekend at River Haven with family. We spent a lot of time on the river, we brought our own kayaks, but also used the canoe. The fish weren’t biting but we made the best of it. The hot tub was very relaxing sitting on the deck in the mornings and evenings with the crisp fall air. Although the hot tub can only fit 3 adults comfortably. Bring your own fire wood and fishing gear. The only downfall was the lack of plates and dishes stocked in the kitchen, if you are cooking for a large family you will need mixing bowls and storage containers. We know to bring more of our own next time. It’s very secluded, but the train across the river is noisy at times. If we needed anything we just made a short trip to Elkton to stock up on supplies. We also had a hard time finding a tackle shop, so make sure your tackle box is fully stocked. Overall, I would recommend River Haven for a quiet getaway from the hustle & bustle of life.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
I loved that it was in the woods right next to the river. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
The manager was very accommodating when we had trouble with our cable. If you like being on the river canoeing or fishing or just for the peacefulness, this is the place for you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020