Respite from Reality

1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 41400 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pet friendly

Fireplace

Breakfast included

Free WiFi

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Explore the area

Etlan, VA

Old Rag Mountain30 min drive
Culpeper, VA (QCL-Culpeper Regional)40 min drive
Skyland49 min drive
Dark Hollow Falls75 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Come join for a respite from reality. Your stay includes a warm and welcoming one-bedroom cottage with a queen-size bed and a dresser and closet for your clothes. There is also a king size bed in the family room downstairs. You also can enjoy your own full-service kitchen. If you are concerned about traveling during the pandemic, our cleaning staff have been COVID19 certified and we fog the house between each guest visit with disinfectant that is recommended by the CDC to kill coronaviruses. You can rest comfortably knowing you are free from the virus while at the Cottage! You can order pre-prepared items from our breakfast menu and they will be delivered to the Cottage.

Property manager

Cheryl Johnson

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Breakfast included

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Madison

Located in Madison, this vacation home is in the mountains. The State Theatre and The Loft are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Jordan Hollow Stables and Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park.

Etlan, VA

What's nearby

Old Rag Mountain - 30 min drive
Luray Caverns - 48 min drive
Skyland - 49 min drive
Rose River Falls - 68 min drive
Dark Hollow Falls - 75 min drive

Getting around

Culpeper Station - 30 min drive
Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

Shotwell Run Brew Co L - 3 min drive
Ducard Vineyards - 14 min drive
Mill Valley Barbeques - 14 min drive
Sparrows Rest - 16 min drive
La Bella Terra B & B - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Respite from Reality pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

Where is Respite from Reality located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Sharp Rock Vineyards, Rapidan River, and Early Mountain Vineyards. Old Rag Mountain is 12 mi (19.3 km) away.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Robin A., Scottsville, VA

Oct 24, 2023

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

Wonderful Cottage in the Woods

We had the pleasure of staying in the cottage the first weekend in October while we were part of the Graves Mountain Apple Festival. The cottage was situated on a lovely property surrounded by trees. Every amenity was well thought out - from toiletry items, plenty of paper products and towels, coffee and tea, even breakfast!! It was very clean, the beds were comfortable and if we had time, there were games to be enjoyed. Cozy and quiet, it was the perfect place for us to rest after long days. We were thankful to have great lodging nearby and would love to return!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

Oct 18, 2023

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

Weekend getaway

Our stay was perfect. It was a great location to graves mountain lodge. The cabin had a very homey feel to it, and had everything we could possibly need. Owners were very accommodating!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

Sep 3, 2023

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

Comfortable & close to Old Rag

This place was comfortable and had a fully stocked kitchen and bathroom. I would stay here again for visits to Shenandoah.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Aug 26, 2023

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

Quiet and Quaint Cottage, perfect for Old Rag hikers

Tons of extra amenities including coffee. Located really close to Blue Quartz winery in case you want an afternoon or evening glass. Also perfect driving distance for if you want a hike to Lower Oak White Falls or Old Rag! I had a wonderful stay! Side note: Do not trust google maps, you’re looking for the waypoint “Horse Dreams Come True” - the route almost lead me to the adjacent property. Also I recommend bringing a flashlight or headlamp if you arrive in the dark.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed K.

Jun 12, 2023

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

soo peaceful!

these hosts are incredible, friendly, accomodating to our requests and just generally all round great people! Thanks for a great stay

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Cheryl Johnson

Meet Mike and Cheryl. We have lived in many places in our life and have traveled a bit (pre-covid). We live on the property and would love to share our cottage with you. At times we have family come to visit and stay with us in the 'big house' (as our grandson calls it). We love to visit with guests, but you are welcome to enjoy your own space. We want to respect your style.

Why they chose this property

The Cottage is conveniently located at the base of the Shenandoah National Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway. There are lots of hiking trails and many outdoor activities available. There are several historical sites in the area if you like to explore American history. We have a tablet with virtual tours of many historical sites. These include the ones close to us but also the ones that may not be close by our Cottage. We know the area pretty well and can share what we know or you can explore on your own.

What makes this property unique

We are also happy to make advanced reservations for you at local area attractions if you would like.

Please make sure to check the Welcome Guide once you book the property so you can find it. It can be tricky and there are detailed instructions in the guide. Cell phone reception can be spotty in our area.