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Charming Gingerbread House. Awesome mountain views near to SNP and Skyline Dr.

Family-friendly cottage in Penn Laird with a water park

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, printers
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
A water park, a firepit, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Charming Gingerbread House. Awesome mountain views near to SNP and Skyline Dr.. In addition to a playground and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Gingerbread House. Awesome mountain views near to SNP and Skyline Dr.

Wake to beautiful view of Massanutten Mountain 8-10 minutes from Friendly City of Harrisonburg and 12 - 14 minutes to James Madison University. Quaint, neat, and safe. Large flat screen tv and high-speed internet. Full kitchen, plenty of space to chill. Sunset relaxation on large deck. Peaceful setting. Near to wineries, breweries, hiking trails, Skyline Drive, Shenandoah National Park, Massanutten Mountain, Water Park, golf courses, skiing. Easy proximity to restaurants. Ample parking. No pets, please.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

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Interior

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  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
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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
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

This home is served by a septic system. Do not flush anything other than toilet paper. No wipes, no paper towels, no food.
There is no garbage disposal. Food and food waste should be disposed of in garbage. Food frying limited to air fryer.
It is assumed only registered guests will be in the house without prior approval.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Penn Laird, VA

What's nearby

  • White Oak Lavender Farm & The Purple WOLF Vineyard - 8 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • James Madison University - 10 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Massanutten Water Park - 13 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Shenandoah National Park - 23 min drive - 17.8 miles
  • Masanutten Ski Resort - 27 min drive - 13.7 miles

Getting around

  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Oriental Express And Catering - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Moe's Southwest Grill - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Gingerbread House. Awesome mountain views near to SNP and Skyline Dr. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Gingerbread House. Awesome mountain views near to SNP and Skyline Dr.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Gingerbread House. Awesome mountain views near to SNP and Skyline Dr.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Gingerbread House. Awesome mountain views near to SNP and Skyline Dr. located?

This family-friendly Penn Laird cottage is located in the mountains, 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from White Oak Lavender Farm & The Purple WOLF Vineyard, and within 6 mi (10 km) of James Madison University and Shenandoah River. Port republic Battle Field and Sentara RMH Medical Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Charming Gingerbread House. Awesome mountain views near to SNP and Skyline Dr. Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 35 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Luke M.

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

Perfect location for np

This was close to swift run entrance near middle of park giving you a great starting point both ways. Had a great stay house was nice and very clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien P.

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

Beautiful farmhouse

Very nice place to stay ! Very calm and near many activities. The home is clean and the host are very welcoming. We love our stay !
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

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

Highly recommend

Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tj M.

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

Campus visits and Shenandoah

Great stay and great property! Communication was excellent. We visited JMU, Virginia Tech, and Shenandoah . Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

Girls trip to relax and sight see.

Very confusing comfortable cottage. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claribell A.

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

Perfect

Cozy cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

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

Beautiful…Peaceful

Great place to stay, we enjoyed it very much! Great location to get to surrounding areas. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

dr v.

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

Sunrise, sunset, and night sky!

Lovely and comfortable home with many thoughtful details to brighten the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

emma m.

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

Lovely and Cozy Hideaway

We were in town to watch my daughter perform with the JMU marching band. This was the perfect cozy spot to stay. We loved the decor and the overall vibe. The hosts were wonderfully communicative. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lesley C.

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

Convenient for JMU families

Enjoyed our stay and appreciated the convenience while visiting our DD who could not travel home for Thanksgiving. Didn’t realize the beds were doubles so something to note if you’re used to sleeping in a King size bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

G Andrew W.

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

Close to JMU

Just what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya V.

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

Ski Getaway

Massanutten ski getaway- location was perfect - very comfortable stay! Perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mahzi M.

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

Clean and Cozy

Property was neat and clean. Convenient location to stores and a nice quiet setting.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Madison L.

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

Beautiful Stay!

This house is exactly as depicted online - so cute. We could tell it was cleaned just before our arrival, with the touch of fresh flowers! Melinda was a very responsive host and made sure we had everything we needed. The location is perfect for those visiting JMU, just a short 15-minute drive away. We will look to stay here in the future to add to our tradition.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah J.

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

Cozy

This farmhouse was so cozy with hints of original structure. It felt like a private getaway yet it was only ten minutes from bustling town. Several relaxing wineries to choose from just fifteen to twenty minutes away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin N.

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

Fabulois

We had a wonderful stay! Melinda was so attentive before we arrived and everything was just as expected! We will try to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cliff O.

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

Cute Country Home in Shenandoah Valley

My wife and I stayed at this home on our way up to PA. We took a couple of days to explore the area. The home was clean, comfortable and as described in the listing. Communication with the property owner was great. We will definitely look to rebook this property next time we visit the atea!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice P.

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

Lovely

Wonderful place to relax. Everything was exceptional! Melinda was helpful and available, too, if we needed her.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey W.

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

Perfect

JMU Parents weekend!! Go Dukes!! 💜💛
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

Beautiful location

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit at this charming farmhouse in a nice quiet location, but not too long of a drive into Harrisonburg. We enjoyed sipping wine on the deck in the evenings. This was the perfect spot for our homebase —we used to live in the area and plan on returning regularly. This would be our choice of home again if you, please, please, please had at least 1 queen bed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick L.

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

Farm House

This is wonderful home for 2 couples wanting to be close to vineyards and close to comforts of the city within 15 minutes. Would recommend to anyone if they asked.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Peaceful, thoughtful, relaxing

Wonderful place, very kind and thoughtful owners. The home was very clean and welcoming. Communication with owners was nearly instantaneous. Thank you for sharing this home!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

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

Cozy Farm House

This is a beautifully decorated farm house that you will not want to leave. Situated 20 minutes outside of Shenandoah with beautiful views of the mountains . Close proximity to vineyards, and Harrisonburg for delicious meals . We truly enjoyed this gem surrounded by farmland that was so comfortable and relaxing. The hosts Daniel & Melinda respond instantly and truly provided everything for a memorable vacation. Thank you for giving us a beautiful place to call home in Shenandoah, VA. :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra S., Tucson

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

Relaxing time with family

We found the perfect house for our stay. We were minutes from our family who live locally, so we were able to spend what time we had enjoying our grandchildren. This house is in a perfect location. Country life but very close to so many amenities like stores and restaurants. We can’t wait to come again! The hosts were so helpful and always easy to communicate with! We would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan c.

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

country living

This home was fantastic! Charming, warm, comfortable. Attention to detail was excellent. Beautifully decorated. Host was extremely helpful with answering questions and assisting me with plans for a friends get together at this home. A wonderful weekend and highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

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