Skip to main content
Entire chalet

Make "The Pistachio Nut" Your Winter Getaway!!!

Family-friendly chalet with a water park and an indoor pool

Photo gallery for Make "The Pistachio Nut" Your Winter Getaway!!!

Exterior - Make "The Pistachio Nut" Your Winter Getaway!!! (McGaheysville)
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Make "The Pistachio Nut" Your Winter Getaway!!! (McGaheysville)
Outdoor dining - Make "The Pistachio Nut" Your Winter Getaway!!! (McGaheysville)
Interior - Make "The Pistachio Nut" Your Winter Getaway!!! (McGaheysville)
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Make "The Pistachio Nut" Your Winter Getaway!!! (McGaheysville)
Near Massanutten Water Park, Make "The Pistachio Nut" Your Winter Getaway!!! provides golfing on site, a water park, and a firepit. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like kayaking and bicycling at this chalet. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), is available to all guests, along with a playground and an arcade/game room.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Add dates for prices

About this property

Entire place

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

Make "The Pistachio Nut" Your Winter Getaway!!!

Book with confidence!!! This is our newly listed 2nd vacation home in Massanutten! We created our 1st one in 2017, and it's been a success, with over 300 - 5 star reviews. We haven't changed a thing. Same great accommodations and excellent service!!!

Nestled in the heart of Massanutten Resort, is a superb chalet called "The Pistachio Nut"" Our chalet is located in a great location and is close to either the ski slopes or the water park. Its situated on a quiet street for privacy and relaxation.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Property located in a resort
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient toilets

Similar properties

Exterior
Charming 3-bedroom townhome in serene Massanutten Resort
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 7 reviews
Charming 3-bedroom townhome in serene Massanutten Resort

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 27

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

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 the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Do not strip any beds that were slept on. Leave them unmade so that housekeeping can take care of this.
Any towels that were used please place in bath tubs or laundry room.
Please turn off tvs and arcade machines. Leave all trash in the large gray trash can on the deck. We will take to the dumpster.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No skateboards or scooters allowed in or on property!

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

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

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
McGaheysville, VA

What's nearby

  • Massanutten Water Park - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Masanutten Ski Resort - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Shenandoah National Park - 15 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • James Madison University - 19 min drive - 13.5 miles
  • University of Virginia - 59 min drive - 47.9 miles

Getting around

  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elkton Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ciro's Italian Eatery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Virginia BBQ & Pizza Company - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hank's Smokehouse - Southern Grillery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lisa’s Hometown Grill - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Make "The Pistachio Nut" Your Winter Getaway!!! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Make "The Pistachio Nut" Your Winter Getaway!!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Make "The Pistachio Nut" Your Winter Getaway!!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Make "The Pistachio Nut" Your Winter Getaway!!!?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Make "The Pistachio Nut" Your Winter Getaway!!! located?

This family-friendly Massanutten chalet is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Massanutten Water Park and George Washington National Forest. Masanutten Ski Resort and MPOA Go-Kart Track are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

Make "The Pistachio Nut" Your Winter Getaway!!! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My daughter and I stayed at the Pistachio Nut for a week and had an amazing time! The house was very clean and exceeded our expectations! We will definitely stay here again. The host was very accommodating and quick to answer all of our questions.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, wonderful host and super clean and great home!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

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

Wonderful hospitality

The house was immaculate, and the owner a perfect host. Easy access to both trails and the water park, and the arcade downstairs was a huge hit!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was awesome. The online listing didn't completely justify how great this place was. The host communicated immediately from the booking through the checkin. The place was clean and had everything we needed. The kids and the big kids loved the game room. We definitely recommend this place and would stay there again when in the area. Teresa J
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Great location

Central to everything at the resort Clean and fun to stay at. Loved the game room and looking at the deer
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Great Stay!!

This was a wonderful warm cozy home that we will always try to stay at when we are visiting the area. The owner’s go above and beyond to make sure you have everything you need for your vacation. Only wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

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

Great Mountain House

Our family came to the area to visit Shenandoah National Park. This was a great place to stay toward the middle of the park that had beautiful drives in every direction. The house was very clean and our kids LOVED the game room!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

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

Loved our stay at The Pistachio Nut

Had a great experience staying at The Pistachio Nut. Mike, the owner, was friendly and easy to communicate with. I had a couple questions before our trip, and they were answered very timely. The house itself was very nice. Clean, comfortable, had everything we needed. Loved the arcade room. We were there for a JMU graduation, and it was an easy distance to campus. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

kody O.

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

Amazing home and great host

The location is amazing, the host made us feel like family. The property was perfect. If you are coming in thos area you have to stay here we look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne A.

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

Lovely home- very thoughtful owner and experience

We loved the Pistachio Nut! The game room was a blast for the whole family and the living room is set up for hanging out and relaxing. Mike is very kind and helpful and has really set up a lovely rental. Definitely a great place to stay while at Massanutten resort!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had such a wonderful trip and stay at the Pistachio Nut. Michael was super helpful and welcomed us to show us around. This is better than any other rental you will find, hands down. Not just for the arcade room which will blow you away. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candace H.

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

Great Weekend Stay!

We had a wonderful long weekend at the Pistachio Nut. The owner Mike lives next door and is very helpful and can answer any questions you have about the house or surrounding Area. He was able to make some great diner suggestions to celebrate my MIL birthday. The arcade was a hit and has all the classics- my son was in heaven. The home has so many special touches and is very clean and you can tell they have put a lot of time and love into making sure you have everything you need. The kitchen is equipped with all you could need and even had bottle water, seasonings and coffee for us to use. The bathrooms were stocked with items you may have forgotten which was so nice! We felt so at home and can’t wait to return.
Deers came to say hello each morning
The grill was a great touch with a nice deck to dine on.
Arcade was amazing!
Hours spent battling on Ms Packman
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy K.

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

A great getaway!

This was a lovely property! We really enjoyed our stay. The kitchen is a great size. The deck is a nice place to sit and take in nature, I even had a chipmunk come up to me. The place is very well kept and the owner is very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justine W.

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

Amazing pistachio nut!

We had a 3 day stay, everything was perfect. The location is amazing!! We will be back! The arc at
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

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

Another great stay here.

Everything here matches the description and photos exactly, Michael is a great host. The house is fantastic.: very clean, the main room is very cozy and the beds are comfortable. Bath towels are super soft! Will definitely be staying here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy M.

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

As advertised

House was super cute and clean. Host was really nice. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Skiing with ease

Great property with quick access to the slopes. Responsive property owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn C.

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

Great stay!

We had the best time at the pistachio nut. This was probably one of the cleanest properties we’ve ever stayed at. Beds were comfy, kitchen was fully stocked and the arcade was a blast. The property manager did meet us and gave us a tour before heading off. It was actually very nice and he was an extremely pleasant individual. We will definitely be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne K.

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

BEST VRBO Experience - Beautiful and spacious property!!

Cannot give enough stars to this property and property owner! The home is spotless, newly renovated, and very spacious. Property owner had so many thoughtful provisions throughout the home that were perfect. Easy check-in/out steps too. Such a beautiful area with so many things to see/do and only 15-20 minutes to Harrisonburg/JMU.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Perfect stay

We had a great stay at the Pistachio Nut. Mike was a helpful, welcoming host. The house well super well equipped with nice linens. We loved the game room and the size was perfect for our family of 5. Easy for trips back and forth to JMU for move in and we were also able to take advantage of some of the mountain activities. Will definitely look to stay here the next time we visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

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

Great weekend stay; definite recommend!

House is pretty great. Kitchen is well stocked, even bottled water in the fridge. Bed was very comfortable. Main living are was cozy and very nice. Game room downstair was so cool. The house was very clean and Michael was very nice and informative. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

Relaxing weekend getaway

The Pistachio Nut was a great location for our family to get together for an event at James Madison University. The property was immaculate and comfortable and our adult kids loved the video games. This was not our first visit to Massanutten but we would definitely return. The owners were easy to communicate with and very helpful. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

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

Cozy, quiet and clean

Our stay at Pistachio Nut was fantastic! Check in was easy, the house is nice and clean. Mike made us felt welcomed. The amenities and fully equipped kitchen provided were superb! The location is great, located in Massanutten Resort but not too far from the main road. We enjoyed the arcade games with our little guy! Overall, it is a great place and I highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

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

Amazing visit

First of all let me just say that the property was immaculate, inside and out! We received a warm welcome from Mike who gave us a detailed tour of the property. There was an attention to detail, right down the the condiments in the cupboards. The location was very convenient to a number of eateries and scenic spots. I would highly recommend this property if you’re looking for a clean, spacious place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vince A.

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

Magical mountain retreat

Mike's "Pistachio Nut' was awesome. The house was very clean, and we loved the game room down stairs. It had many of the popular video games my wife and I played in the 80's. The outside gas firepit was a nice feature we enjoyed. We are already looking at our schedule for next fall to book the "Pistachio Nut" again. Thanks again Mike for your magical mountain retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024