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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

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

Adorable Cabin at Trout-Stocked Paddy Run Surrounded by GWNF and Hiking Trails

Welcome to the Dudley at Half Moon. The name reflects our grandfather who built the cabin and aptly describes the face of Half Moon Mountain seen from the property. View our companion cabin the Chester at Half Moon (an adjoining tract) or utilize both for two family vacations!

This updated two story modest cabin is perfect for your getaway! The cabin features an open floor plan and is perfect for a couple's romantic weekend, a group of friends, or for family gatherings! The 58 acre grounds offer you plenty of space to unplug and enjoy a cabin version of "glamping".

Our Vision:

Stop at Strasburg Food Lion or Woodbine Farm Market for groceries on the way in and cook nice dinners in a fully equipped kitchen. We provide spices and some condiments so you don't have to. Enjoy dinner on the covered front porch. Make homemade pasta with the pasta maker. Or unwind with a glass of wine (a complimentary bottle is provided) in the outdoor Pavilion.

The next morning, relax with french press coffee or expresso (we provide!) on the front porch at sun up and watch the deer graze after a sound night of sleep in our comfortable and luxurious beds. You'll never get a better night's sleep. Or walk the property as the sun is coming up - it truly is stunning.

Put dinner in the crockpot and spend the day at a local winery or enjoy nearby hiking (you can throw a rock to the GWNF). Vance's Cove is a short walk away. Paddy Gap (a stocked trout stream) runs through the property - bring fish home for dinner on the grill. Visit Shenandoah National Park or the Archery Camp not far away.

After dinner, lie around in the evening in our fully reclining seating to watch movies or play games on the card table. Cable TV allows access to a full selection of channels and to keep up with the world - although you won't want to. A pool/ping pong table provides hours of fun for the competitive. Or settle in with a good read from our stocked book case.

Walk the paths for a gorgeous view of Half Moon; first thing in the morning with fog rolling off the fields (coffee in hand) is the MOST spectacular.

Nature and wildlife are all around. Listen to the whippoorwills call at night, or view the brightly lit stars. Eagles, hawks and bluebirds to name a few. Fishers (a mustelid mammal) and turkeys add to the list of wildlife not seen in the city!

The water sometimes (rarely) has a sulfuric smell and although treated, we personally prefer not to drink for coffee, drinking, etc.... Please be prepared to bring water and paper products you will need- we do share what we have but only in base amounts. Alternately, feel free to leave yours behind.

Please know we are a family who enjoys sharing our property with you and ask you return the property to us in the same condition as it was provided. We ask you remove your own garbage. Because this ask has not always been respected, we do ask for a trash removal fee if you do not. We also ask please do not invite guests or bring pets if not included in the reservation. Due to the remote location, we do have a security device on the front exterior of the home to monitor the driveways; we do not monitor the entrance to the home itself.

The property is gorgeous and quiet so allow the stresses of the city to fall away. You will hate to leave and want to return soon - just 1 hour from Northern Virginia!

Property manager

200 Half Moon LC

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Spelunking 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Adorable Cabin at Trout-Stocked Paddy Run Surrounded by GWNF and Hiking Trails
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Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (169)
Adorable Cabin at Trout-Stocked Paddy Run Surrounded by GWNF and Hiking Trails

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
VA, Star Tannery

What's nearby

  • Shenandoah County Fairgrounds - 37 min drive - 44.7 km
  • Winchester Medical Center - 39 min drive - 41.8 km
  • Front Royal Entrance Shenandoah National Park - 45 min drive - 47.5 km
  • Bryce Ski Resort - 69 min drive - 78.6 km
  • Luray Caverns - 72 min drive - 95.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Lost River Trading Post - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Kac-Ka-Pon Restaurant - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Corners - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Fox's Pizza Den - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Adorable Cabin at Trout-Stocked Paddy Run Surrounded by GWNF and Hiking Trails pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Adorable Cabin at Trout-Stocked Paddy Run Surrounded by GWNF and Hiking Trails?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adorable Cabin at Trout-Stocked Paddy Run Surrounded by GWNF and Hiking Trails?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Adorable Cabin at Trout-Stocked Paddy Run Surrounded by GWNF and Hiking Trails located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly vacation home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from George Washington National Forest and 11.9 mi (19.1 km) from North Mountain Vineyard and Winery. Shenandoah County Park and Lost River are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Adorable Cabin at Trout-Stocked Paddy Run Surrounded by GWNF and Hiking Trails Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 179 out of 204 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 204 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 204 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 204 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 204 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jenn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fifth stay and still love it!
This is three fifth time we’ve stayed here. It’s a gorgeous secluded area, so quiet and peaceful with no one around. Walk out the front door for hours on end of hiking. Great beds, great tv, fun pool table and three best porch! Will continue to return! Pet friendly too!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

christin o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Vicky F., Smyrna, Delaware

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Beautiful!
This is my second time staying with these wonderful hosts. I stayed in their other cabin a few years ago and immediately fell in love with this property and the area in general. It's got a little of everything: mountains, valleys, open fields, forests, a stream, lots of room to walk and hike. This cabin is incredibly cozy, and I loved that the kitchen, living area, bathroom, and bedroom, were just steps from each other - so convenient! I ate all my meals on the beautiful deck overlooking the fields, admiring the sunshine as it lit up the hills. Walking down the lane at sunset is so peaceful and tranquil, and if you're lucky you'll spy some deer in the fields! I lucked out with perfect, sunny weather the whole time, but if you're stuck indoors, the cabin has a well-stocked kitchen, books, games, and super-comfy couches! The town of Strasburg is about 20 minutes away and has everything you need; grocery store, pharmacy, gas, etc. Exploring the back roads through the hills is so much fun! I drove west into WV one afternoon and was thrilled that the road took me right up into the mountains with amazing views. The WV town of Wardensville is right there at the bottom of the mountain, ready to explore. I love the no-contact check-in and out procedures, too. My trips are meant for solitude and quiet, so the less contact with other humans, the happier I am! The hosts were very responsive when needed and always incredibly polite and courteous. Definitely will return again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Getaway Date Weekend
Had a wonderful time on our short stay. Got some good walks in, saw a bunch of turkeys and enjoyed the solitude. Enjoyed a nice drive to Wardensville then up Winchester. Also had a fun dinner in Strasburg at the Old Dominion Doggery and Burger Shoppe. Highly recommend the cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and private
House was fantastic. Open living room looked out over expansive property and beyond. Deer and turkeys abound. Great trails into GWNF. Bedrooms very comfortable. kitchen well appointed and if you just want to stay here and cook and grill it’s just like home. If you want a place to lose the rest of the world for mental decompression look no further Second visit to these cottages.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
My Stay
Very beautiful Very quite and peaceful Hopefully will be coming back Just beautiful cabin to be in
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We love this location
Nice place to get away. It was our second visit and we are planning a third. Great hiking near by.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our host was very accommodating. We had a lovely time and hope to return
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer P.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
Had a wonderful time. Place was clean and beautifully decorated. Property was great for kids to run around playing ball. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
So peaceful
We loved it and it was just what we needed it. We will definitely be back next spring
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful seclusion
From start to finish; directions to property were spot on, simple check-in/out, cabin provided the comforts of home and more. We were surrounded by the National Forest, yet enjoyed the sunrise each morning. The hummingbirds visited regularly. Songbirds were ever present. This experience exceeded our expectations and offered the rest and relaxation we were seeking. Highly recommend this property. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jenn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fourth stay and will be back!
This is our fourth stay here and we love it! The seclusion, peaceful hikes, fun pool table, comfy beds and all around great place❤️❤️ We went into town of Strasburg to Dominion Doggery and had the best burgers ever! Neighbor Martha also makes the best brownies ever! It’s so peaceful and quiet and our favorite thing is to sit on the covered porch and just watch the nature 🌸🌸🌸🐦‍⬛🐦‍⬛🦌🦌🦌
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaina P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Weekend Getaway
The cabin was very nice! It has been updated a bit since the photos that are on the listing. Nice quiet area. We walked to the creek/NF to fish - it's about .5 mile from the cabin, easy walk. The kitchen was stocked with lots of condiments, all the pots/pans/bowls/utensils that you would need. Wifi worked great. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jane L., Lakeview

Peaceful property
Overall we enjoyed our stay. A couple things of note: Bringing black out shades is super helpful! The closet in the bedroom is big enough for a portable crib. Be sure to bring toilet paper. We only had one full and one partial roll between the two bathrooms(and they were paper thin). Because there isn’t anywhere super close, it’s nice to know to pack some ahead of time :) The road is so peaceful and we went on the trail quite a few times. It was a bit wet, so we didn’t make it all the way to GWNF, but very much enjoyed the trail. The Star in the Valley winery is fairly close and a breathtaking location. Highly recommend. If you enjoy sitting on the porch in the evening, be sure to wear bug repellent. It was insane, we got eaten up!! I think it was a type of gnat? Enjoy your stay!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin in the woods
My family and I stayed with our dog at this beautiful cabin. It was spacious and decorated so nicely. Very cozy and relaxing atmosphere! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cabin
Beautiful quiet location. Very close to the forest, but unfortunately there is a large stream that runs across the trail that leads to GWNF. Otherwise, a nearly perfect place! The host's communication was great as well. We enjoyed the pool table (can be table tennis as well), and the variety of hikes a short drive away. Some of the furniture had animal hair on it from a previous guest. A deeper clean would have been appreciated, but it wasn't a major concern. We will consider visiting again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Valentine's Long Weekend Getaway!
This our second year staying at Half Moon and we cant wait until next year. So quiet, roomy, spacious and peaceful. Next time we will bring our pups ❤️ We actually extended our stay an extra day because we did not want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Prasiddha B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cabin in the mountains
It was a real nice place, very quiet! Host was very quick to respond to the messages. Place was very nice and clean. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan and Erica L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and relaxing
Just what we were looking for. Quiet, clean, with plenty of walking and hiking opportunities close by.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meg R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great Christmas getaway
This is the second time we’ve stayed at the cabin over Christmas. It’s just right for me, my hubby, and our two dogs. We didn’t even go to the downstairs- but if we had a bigger group, the house would easily accommodate 4 more people. Location is great! Up on a mountain where you can’t hear cars or people noise. Plenty of room to roam with our pups. They loved all of the “sniffs” and diving for critters in the fields. It’s just a short walk to the GWNF for even more hiking opportunities. To say the kitchen is stocked would be an understatement! Everything you need except for perishables. All the pots, pans, dishes, spices, etc you could ever want! The bath is also stocked with a fun variety of soap, shampoo, lotions… And there were cozy throws everywhere to cuddle up with. Carla even decorated for the holidays. Such sweet, thoughtful touches made it a perfect home-away from home. The house is spotless. One extra-special touch - the neighbor stopped by with Homemade Christmas cookies She’s starting a baking business and they were wonderful!! We are thinking to make this our new holiday tradition.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely gorgeous location!
Very cute house with plenty of space for family to gather together comfortably. My kids really loved the downstairs with the bunk bed area, pool table, full bath & very comfy couches. There's a river on property and access to national forrest. The walks were amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jillian T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful calm getaway
Our family enjoyed the cabin and property very much. The kids loved the downstairs bunk beds and hang out area I enjoyed the walks in the woods every morning . The back roads were so pretty with the leaves. It was a nice slow down . We will return for a longer stay next time . Thank you for the humbling memories we were able to make.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain Paradise
The property was just as it was advertised on Vrbo. The property had easy access to hiking trails which is exactly what me and my boyfriend were looking for. It was a gorgeous house with everything you could ask for. There was plenty of activities on and around the property that you don't need to really leave to go out. We stopped in town before arriving to buy a few groceries, and there was alot of basic necessites also provided by the owner which is amazing. Overall the house and property are amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023