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Spectacular Views, Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, Real Log Fires, Mountain Getaway

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A rustic log cabin surrounded by trees and foliage. - Spectacular Views, Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, Real Log Fires, Mountain Getaway (Rileyville)
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Golfing on site, a garden, and a hot tub are just a few of the amenities provided at Spectacular Views, Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, Real Log Fires, Mountain Getaway. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like boating and kayaking at this cabin. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Spectacular Views, Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, Real Log Fires, Mountain Getaway

  • MOUNTAIN MOONSHINE RETREAT
    Escape to the mountains & take in spectacular views from the cabin, deck & hot tub. This peaceful retreat offers a true break from the stress of everyday life — the perfect place to reconnect with family, friends, or someone special.
    Although privately situated, the cabin is only a short drive from local attractions, dining & outdoor activities whenever you’re ready to explore.

    OUTDOOR LIVING
    Soak in the hot tub while overlooking the mountains, river & valley below. Fire up the barbecue grill & enjoy relaxed outdoor dining on the open deck as fresh mountain air surrounds you. Watch the sunset paint the sky while you share a meal with unforgettable views.

    COZY COMFORT INDOORS
    Step inside to a warm, soothing space designed for rest & relaxation. Comfortable furnishings, modern appliances & thoughtful touches create a true home-away-from-home experience.
    Enjoy quiet evenings with board games, books, or jigsaw puzzles — perfect for families, couples, or anyone looking to unplug & unwind.

    LINENS & TOWELS
    Guests are asked to bring their own sheets & towels, which most guests are happy to do. However, if you prefer to travel lighter, we’re happy to provide fresh linens & towels for a small additional fee.
    Just let us know in advance & we’ll gladly have everything prepared for your arrival.

    ACCESS
    Mountain Moonshine is located on a mountain & accessed by a gravel road. While the road is well-traveled & maintained, it is steeper & different from typical flat, urban roads.
    AWD or 4WD is strongly recommended, especially during periods of heavy rain, snow, or ice. Vehicles with higher clearance perform best. That said, many guests have successfully reached the cabin in standard sedans by maintaining steady speed - turning off traction control can help in some vehicles as well.
    If you're not familiar with mountain roads, there is no need for concern — just take your time & drive carefully. The journey up is part of the experience & the panoramic mountain views from the cabin make it truly worthwhile!

    BOOKING MINIMUM
    • A 3-night minimum stay is required during holidays & peak dates. There is a 2-night minimum for all other dates.
    • Ask about our Midweek Special (Sunday–Thursday) for $975

    POPULAR AMENITIES
    ~Swimming Pool available from Memorial Day-Labor Day*Weather & maintenance permitting*
    ~Hot Tub available all year, even throughout Winter months
    ~Wifi
    ~Log Burning Wood Stove
    ~HDTV'S in living room & bedrooms

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Outside only/dispose of cigarettes in metal bucket

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please dispose trash in the 2 blue dumpsters at the base of the mountain. Drive down Overlook Dr past the fork. The parking lot will be on your LEFT and the dumpsters are at the far end of the lot.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

3 night minimum for holiday dates 2 night minimum for all other dates Saturday is a RESTRICTED CHECK IN DAY
Pets welcome with responsible owners for $20/night/pet clean up after pets/do not allow them on furniture at any time/not allowed in pool or hot tub.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Note from host: There is a fee of $20 per night per pet.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only/dispose of cigarettes in metal bucket

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
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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Located in Rileyville, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Warehouse Art Gallery and Luray Valley Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include BB&T Center for the Performing Arts and The Garden Maze at Luray Caverns. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park and Secret Passage Ranch are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledding. Visit our Rileyville travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A dense forest with a mountain range in the background.
    Shenandoah River State Park
    19 min drive - 22.1 km
  • A cave with stalactites hanging from the ceiling and stalagmites rising from the ground.
    Luray Caverns
    20 min drive - 23.7 km
  • A maze garden with a hot air balloon in the sky.
    The Garden Maze at Luray Caverns
    21 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Shenandoah River
    10 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park
    23 min drive - 27.2 km

Restaurants

  • Coffee Grinds
    23 min drive
  • Coffee Mess
    23 min drive
  • Shenandoah Stars
    53 min drive
  • Deerbrone Farm
    23 min drive
  • Candy Corner
    21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spectacular Views, Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, Real Log Fires, Mountain Getaway have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Spectacular Views, Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, Real Log Fires, Mountain Getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spectacular Views, Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, Real Log Fires, Mountain Getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular Views, Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, Real Log Fires, Mountain Getaway?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular Views, Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, Real Log Fires, Mountain Getaway located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Shenandoah River and within 12 mi (20 km) of Luray Caverns and George Washington National Forest. Hazard Mill Recreation Area and BB&T Center for the Performing Arts are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Spectacular Views, Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, Real Log Fires, Mountain Getaway Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 166 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 166 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 166 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 166 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 166 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous property and Breathtaking views!

Our family thoroughly enjoyed staying here! The property was beautiful and the views are unmatched!!!!! Everything about this place was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway

We had a great stay and would come again. It was perfect for our family!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Friend's birthday

We decided to stay up here to enjoy a couple friends birthdays, and it was the perfect stay. Great location with plenty of things to do a short drive away. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Shenandoah Spectacular!

This was our 2nd stay at this amazing cabin! Everything was perfect! Especially the spectacular views from the cabin & deck, the pool & hot tub, the cleanliness of the cabin & thoughtfulness of the owner
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful mountain escape

This wonderful home has everything you need to cozy up for some time in the mountains. Well organized and nicely stocked kitchen, comfy beds, close to great hiking. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway!

If you want somewhere relaxing and private to escape to, this is it! Beautiful views of the mountains, comfortable beds and quick responses from the host. Looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Joyful Oasis

What a wonderful place to be! My family enjoyed every minute as the view, pool, hot tub, beautiful sunrises and sunsets would be hard to beat anywhere else. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful and relaxing home away from home

We had a wonderful and relaxing time staying at the Moonshine Mountain Cabin. The view is even more spectacular than the pictures show and the cabin was very clean, well stocked, and comfortable. The pool and hot tub were a great bonus, too. Definitely take the AWD/4WD recommendation seriously, though, the mountain roads are bumpy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birthday Getaway

The house was perfect with beautiful views and allowed for a relaxing weekend. We got a lot of use out of the hot tub and want to take a summer trip to utilize the pool. I Definitely recommend staying here for a relaxing trip with amazing views.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Blue Ridge Beauty

Myself and a few friends stayed here in late April. The views from the cabin are as good or better than many on the Appalachian Trail or other nearby trails and parks, and the cabin itself was well appointed. The hosts were great and very prompt with communication. The road and driveway to access the property are gravel and somewhat steep, but I didn't feel like we needed high clearance or 4 wheel drive at any point (in good weather). I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dayton, Ohio to the Moonshine Cabin

Amazing views! Glad we had a 4wd. Super clean. Plenty of cookware. Pool and hot tub we incredible. Thank you for sharing this space with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

5 star view

My wife and I stayed her for an Oct Fall weekend and it was absolutely amazing. We were having a delayed celebration of our anniversary and just wanted a quiet stay, secluded, with an amazing view to enjoy the Fall colors - - and this place delivered to the fullest. Communication with the host was excellent, check-in was easy, and the cabin is very nice. You'll never leave the porch. 100% recommend and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Secluded and scenic

What a beautiful home with great amenities. Gorgeous views everywhere. I would agree with the owner that a 4 wheel or all wheel drive is necessary to get to the house. The only bad part was that my stay was way too short. 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Price for view = rugged drive

Although the listing recommends 4WD, that, to me, should be featured more prominently. The view from the home is spectacular, but guests should be acutely aware that the price is a rugged, steep drive. The home is nice and roomy; the exterior could use a little boost. Overall it was a lovely getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Slice of Heaven

The pictures and description do not do this place justice. The interior was so much more than we expected. It was comfortable, gorgeous, and just what we needed as a haven. The porch area is where we spent most of our time. The views were magnificent. We sat there and stared at sunrise, sunset, and the stars. I’m fact, we could faintly see the Milky Way. If I have my way, we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I’d give them 4.5 stars out of 5 but I rounded up. Everything was great overall! Just be mindful of a few things: you have to pay for linens which ran us about 20 per bed. We didn’t catch it initially on the description of the property.The power did go out (no inclement weather) but it was back on in a couple hours and the host was very responsive when it came to this. If you’re thinking about door dashing, we did it once and had plenty of options. The WiFi was solid for streaming on the Roku, but it’s not ideal otherwise. It was laggy just to scroll instagram and it was faster when we used our mobile data. The hot tub was great but know that the view shown on the listing is being blocked now by some vegetation and small trees growing. All in all, a great quiet getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Best part about the cabin was the view!

There were a few minor issues brought to PM attention and resolved. The house was not as clean as I would have hoped for the price point.. The road leading up to and the driveway is no joke! The best part about the cabin was the incredible view, absolutely amazing. Overall, we most likely would not stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Friend Get away.

We had an awesome time at your cabin! The view was the best we have ever seen. Great for morning coffee! The driveway was a little tough for my front wheel drive car so would recommend you state that AWD or 4WD a necessity. Even though we had no issues, there was not a # to contact the property manager on your information sheet in the cabin. May want to add that. Otherwise, a great time was had by all :)
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A little bit of heaven...you won't want to leave!

The cabin & property are amazing! The pictures do not do it justice! Our favorites are the wide open view of the mountains (great for sunsets & stars), the huge balcony/deck to sit on an enjoy the peacefulness & the view, and of course the pool & hot tub! The cabin itself is very clean & well-stocked, especially the kitchen! I've never stayed at a cabin that had so many things in the kitchen for us to use! We loved the panini press! The ambience, decorations, furniture, showers are all thoughtful, well taken care of, and make you feel right at home. I've already booked another week here because of how blown away we were with it all! I didn't want to leave! Thank you Charles! It means a lot to us that your shared this "little slice of heaven" with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great weekend mountain getaway for our 10th anniversary!

My husband and I stayed the weekend of Oct 13-16th, 2023 for our anniversary and LOVED IT!! We even liked it better than Gatlinburg, TN! Everything was as described in the listing, especially the great views and spacious, clean cabin! We hope to return with our kids next time possibly in the summer so we can go in the pool. We spent most of our outing's in Rileyville and Luray, which wasn't a far drive at all. It's a nice remote location with no visible neighbors. The drive up to the cabin is no joke! Heed the warnings and bring a 4 wheel drive vehicle! I'm so glad we took our 4x4 mid size truck & not my AWD Chevy Equinox (because I think it would've struggled).. The only few drawbacks are no closets or coat racks downstairs for coats & the jets in the hot tub weren't too strong..
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice house with incredible views!

We had an amazing weekend hanging out in the pool and hot tub and grilling with the incredible view always in sight. The house was nice and clean, and fit well for our group. The bed in the living room was a little funny. Luckily our group was all close and very comfortable with each other, so it wasn’t a big deal. They also provided a little privacy screen to put up which was great (a second one would have been good though). I was a little nervous about the driveway based on other reviews and I stand by their reviews. The driveway is no joke, very steep, but the road leading up to the driveway was also a bit rough. My Subaru Impreza did well, but going slow to avoid pot holes was necessary to not bottom out on the road leading up to the driveway. The view at the top was worth it though! Over all it was an incredible place and I would go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I enjoyed another relaxing and memorable Fourth of July weekend at Mountain Moonshine Retreat, spending our days by the pool and taking in the beautiful valley views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful place to stay, views were amazing and everything was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I and our black lab have a great stay at the Mountain Moonshine cabin. The weather was perfect and the ride to and from the cabin was even better. A very clean house inside and relaxing hot tub outside was the perfect place to return to after visiting the National Park
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Everything went great. The cabin was just like the pictures, and the kitchen was particularly well-stocked, including dish soap, trash bags, and plenty of cooking items like oil, seasonings, and dishes. We used the grill and it was very straight forward. The drive up is quite steep but we accomplished it with our 2005 Toyota Sienna AWD. Tires had a difficult time, but you definitely don't need a jeep or pick-up truck to make it up the mountain. Wifi could be a bit spotty but there was plenty of activities to enjoy that don't require wifi. Check in and check out was very easy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026