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Cozy Log Cabin w Porch, Fire Pit, Games & River

Riverbend Retreat

Cozy Log Cabin w Porch, Fire Pit, Games & River
4.99 • 304 reviews
  • Other Small Towns

Escape to this charming log cabin, the perfect retreat for families and friends seeking nature, comfort, and adventure. Relax on the covered porch, gather around the fire pit, or explore the river just steps away. Inside, enjoy open living spaces, a fully equipped kitchen, cozy bedrooms, and fun for all ages with games, books, and a basement hangout.
-Covered porch & fire pit
-River access just 75 yards away for wading, fishing, or floating
-Games, books, Foosball & Air Hockey
-Pet-Friendly!

8

Guests

4

Bedrooms

2.5

Bathrooms

Rooms and Beds

        
            
Bedroom
Bedroom
Queen Bed: 1
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bunk Beds: 2
Bedroom
Bedroom
Double Beds: 2
Bedroom
Bedroom
Double Bed: 1

Features and Amenities

Fire Pit
Stove
TV
Washer & dryer
WiFi
Suitable for children (2-12 years)
Suitable for infants (under 2 years)
Pets allowed
Carbon monoxide detector
Children’s books and toys
Waterfront
Pack ’n Play/travel crib
        
            
Front Porch
Front Porch
Fire Pit
Fire Pit
Game Room
Game Room

Things to Know

Check-in after 4:00 PM
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Free cancellation (minus a 3% processing fee) up until 14 days before check-in

Rates and Availability

Location

Reviews

Andrew
5
10/3/2026
2026.10.04
Very happy with our stay! Combination was great and had no issues!
Magdaleno
5
9/26/2026
2026.09.27
This cabin is such a cozy and warm place to stay with friends and family. We love that the river was right there and listening to it while at the bonfire was beautiful. Thank you for your kindness and beautiful cabin.
Vashti
5
9/22/2026
2026.09.23
Wonderful! The cabin is rustic and charming. My children said being in the cabin was just as much fun as exploring outside. There is a lot of space. Perfect for families. The host is very responsive. The area is amazing – peaceful and beautiful. You can sit on the porch and hear the gentle river.
Ahmad
5
9/19/2026
2026.09.20
Amazing location with the river being right in front of the cabin, host was very helpful and responsive. Cabin it self was cozy, and the fire pit made it 10x better!
Andrew
10/3/2026
2026.10.03
2026.10.03
Very happy with our stay! Combination was great and had no issues!
Magdaleno
9/26/2026
2026.09.26
2026.09.26
This cabin is such a cozy and warm place to stay with friends and family. We love that the river was right there and listening to it while at the bonfire was beautiful. Thank you for your kindness and beautiful cabin.
Vashti
9/22/2026
2026.09.22
2026.09.22
Wonderful! The cabin is rustic and charming. My children said being in the cabin was just as much fun as exploring outside. There is a lot of space. Perfect for families. The host is very responsive. The area is amazing – peaceful and beautiful. You can sit on the porch and hear the gentle river.
Ahmad
9/19/2026
2026.09.19
2026.09.19
Amazing location with the river being right in front of the cabin, host was very helpful and responsive. Cabin it self was cozy, and the fire pit made it 10x better!
Lizzy
8/30/2026
2026.08.30
2026.08.30
The cabin was great for a weekend away. Hosts were quick to communicate about any issues we had. Great location and very comfortable.
Thaymi Garcia
8/22/2026
2026.08.22
2026.08.22
Great place to stay! The river is close by , very clean, and peaceful. We had a great birthday celebration. 100% recommended!
Alex
8/18/2026
2026.08.18
2026.08.18
This cabin is excellent for a group. There are 3 bedrooms plus a basement with bunk beds for 4 additional people. If your goal is to be on the river then this cabin is perfectly located.We floated from the bridge right to the property in about 2 hours. It was lovely.It is worth noting that there are houses pretty close by so expect to somewhat share the yard and riverfront space.
Sarah
8/6/2026
2026.08.06
2026.08.06
This river house was a great find. The house is clean and has plenty of space. The access to the river is fantastic and was enjoyed by everyone. We brought own tubes and were able to float from the bridge to the cabin. Perfect spot for a mini-getaway.
Samantha
7/31/2026
2026.07.31
2026.07.31
What a great beautiful cabin. Alot bigger then it looks. Definitely would rent again
Tim
7/25/2026
2026.07.25
2026.07.25
My friends and our children had such an amazing time at the cabin. Having the river a short walk away. Made for entertaining days and hanging around the fire pit made for peaceful evenings. We loved every minute we were there and hope to return in the future. Her host made the stay comfortable. They were very responsive and ready and willing to make our trip the best it could be. I would recommend this stay to anyone looking for an opportunity to unplug and enjoy some peace
Beth
7/18/2026
2026.07.18
2026.07.18
The excellent star rating says it all!
Srdw Installers Llc Kimberly
7/9/2026
2026.07.09
2026.07.09
This place was wonderful, very nice house. The hosts were very responsive when we were trying to get in the first night and helped us right away. We would come back to this house if we are in the area again.
Michael
7/1/2026
2026.07.01
2026.07.01
Another absolutely incredible stay at this cabin! It’s such a great spot on the river and the cabin has everything you need. Communication with hosts was great. Can’t wait to visit again!
Leslie
6/13/2026
2026.06.13
2026.06.13
This is a great place for vacation. Swimming and kayaking in the river was awesome.
Miguel
6/1/2026
2026.06.01
2026.06.01
Spent a wonderful time with my family. The place is beautiful and would recommend to anyone seeking a place to relax and enjoy some time peacefully.
Mohammad Omar
5/16/2026
2026.05.16
2026.05.16
Overall, we had a good stay and enjoyed our trip. The house was nice, and everything was mostly fine. The only issue we had was with the oven/stove the flame was very weak, so we couldn’t properly cook our food, and it made everything take much longer than expected. Aside from that, we enjoyed our stay and had a good experience.
Neville
5/10/2026
2026.05.10
2026.05.10
Great spot to enjoy the outdoors. We tried our luck at fishing, cooked smores over the camp fire, splashed around in the river. Highly recommended. Anthony was very responsive to all communication. We’ll look to come back again in the fall.
Jesse
5/4/2026
2026.05.04
2026.05.04
Great place at great location
John
5/3/2026
2026.05.03
2026.05.03
Very nice area, great spot to just go and sit in nature
Nydhruva B
4/26/2026
2026.04.26
2026.04.26
This place is just awesome. Leave your phones at the shack, grab a couple chairs and just sit by the water!
Kate
4/9/2026
2026.04.09
2026.04.09
We loved our stay at this rustic cabin! The game room is perfect for keeping the little ones entertained. Everything was incredibly clean, which is no small feat down by a river! The hosts were very responsive and considerate. The location by the river is lovely and we really enjoyed having access to a grill, kayaks, and tubes! Would absolutely stay here again.
Skyler
3/30/2026
2026.03.30
2026.03.30
We loved the location of right on the river and within driving distance of over a dozen trailheads and outdoor attractions. The house itself was quite cozy and offered a wide variety of games, activities and books for every type of entertainment. Tony was proactive in his information and recommendations, and very responsive to our every text. I would absolutely recommend staying at the house to anyone.
Victoria
3/22/2026
2026.03.22
2026.03.22
Great stay for the kids and I. They loved the air hockey table and outdoor swing. We hope to be back!
10/12/2025
2025.10.12
2025.10.12
Wonderful cabin, had a great time!
9/27/2025
2025.09.27
2025.09.27
Everything was greatBut what we loved the best was how quiet it was a really nice getaway
9/22/2025
2025.09.22
2025.09.22
The property of this cabin is absolutely beautiful. We loved the park like setting, huge grass covered back yard, and access to the crystal clear babbling waters of the North Fork Shenandoah. This is a superb location to kick back and relax. We enjoyed kayaking down the river from the low water bridge and wading in the water while fishing. Our dog enjoyed hanging out in the back yard and taking nice walks by the river and down the quiet road. We had bonfires in the firepit most nights and marveled at the star filled skies. The kitchen was well appointed and had everything we needed for prepping meals.The owners were very responsive to any questions. At one point I reached out to the owner because the split firewood was mostly gone. There were some whole logs but we could find and Axe/Maul to split it. The very next day not only was a maul delivered but a whole load of split firewood. Thank you!We have one family member that uses a power wheelchair. The accessibility is quite good with a ramp to the back entrance and ramps to both of the porches. The bathroom was however VERY tight trying to access with the power chair. I comment on this only so people are aware. It is accessible but not ADA compliant. The end of the ramp to the side door access has experienced a little washout from heavy rains but we had a short portable ramp with us to solve the transition. We figured it out but it’s just something to be aware of.Overall, a great stay, lovely area, beautiful grounds!
9/22/2025
2025.09.22
2025.09.22
We had a really great time at this property. It was just what we needed and was a wonderful stay. The location is great and it’s right by the river with full access.
9/20/2025
2025.09.20
2025.09.20
Nice older cabin on North Shenandoah River. Good response from host when we found a few issues. Fairly good fishing in one spot. Nice property. Recommended for folks with dogs. They have room to run and the river is mostly shallow for them to play in the water. Has everything you need to relax and enjoy being by the river.
8/28/2025
2025.08.28
2025.08.28
Great time! Beautiful cabin and location. Just as described. We would definitely come back and recommend to others. A must do is tubing on the crystal clear river. Thanks for sharing this beauty with us.
6/28/2025
2025.06.28
2025.06.28
Totally comfortable the cabin was great. The lawn and access to the river was perfect. Wonderful time for the whole family. Would highly recommend to anyone, and would definitely stay there again
6/22/2025
2025.06.22
2025.06.22
We were delayed one day due to the river flooding the low water bridge into the neighborhood but the hosts were great about giving info and keeping us updated throughout. Once we were able to access the property the wait for well worth it, Wow, what a cool house right on the river! There were no amenities that weren’t at the house, the Shaffer’s are a great host and have a beautiful house in a picturesque location. We cannot thank you enough for a great stay, despite mother nature not playing along! Definitely recommend this house if you’re looking for great hosts and a great place to stay.
6/19/2025
2025.06.19
2025.06.19
We loved the remote location. It was a few hours into DC but still doable for a day trip. The hosts were readily available when there was a flash flood in a neighboring town. Well stocked cabin with lots of river equipment.
12/10/2024
2024.12.10
2024.12.10
Our family of 7 had a great 4 night stay here. The location is so nice with mountain views. The river was great, my husband caught his 1st fish fly-fishing. The house is set up nicely and comfortably. Plenty of beds & 3 bathrooms. Would definitely recommend.
9/14/2024
2024.09.14
2024.09.14
This is a beautiful cabin. It is well stocked with everything you need to have a stress free stay. It is very clean. We loved our time. We took our fur babies, which is wonderful that this host allows. The back porch is opened, but is gated in at the bottom so our dogs could enjoy the outside and not have to be leashed. My husband enjoyed fishing, had to walk the river to find good fishing holes, and caught a nice one. I could go on and on, you just have try this cabin.
9/8/2024
2024.09.08
2024.09.08
Utterly amazing experience. #1 it was very clean #2 fully stocked with every necessity # 3 the most responsive hosts ever. As promised it was barrier free and made the wheelchair bound guest relax and enjoy being on the river. You can book this property with complete peace-of-mind. Highest recommendation.
6/26/2024
2024.06.26
2024.06.26
We had an amazing time. If you stay here, make sure you visit the Shaffer’s BBQ joint about twenty mins away, you won’t regret it. Awesome place, awesome people.
8/7/2023
2023.08.07
2023.08.07
Plenty of room for everybody. Enjoyed the fire pit and chairs. Peaceful and quiet. Easy river access and nice view.
7/3/2023
2023.07.03
2023.07.03
Rambling older cabin (in a good way!!) that was just so much fun. comfortable, homey, with absolutely everything we needed-seriously this home included more amenities than any other VRBO we’ve stayed in. Ample towels, ample toilet paper, ample detergent… tubes, inflator, blankets, firewood.. just wonderful. We put in a grocery order at the walmart in Woodstock and picked it up on our way in. We didn’t need to leave again. The owner is very caring and easy to communicate with, the neighborhood is lovely, the river is AMAZING. We travel with VRBO several times a year and this home is right at the top.
6/28/2023
2023.06.28
2023.06.28
The river was a big hit with the family! Relaxing spot. The experience could of been elevated with a few small updates. Over all a great stay
10/23/2022
2022.10.23
2022.10.23
We enjoyed a 3 night stay at this wonderful cabin. The home was the perfect size for the ten of us plus 2 pups. We loved everything about this home. We hope to stay here again.
10/12/2022
2022.10.12
2022.10.12
Comfy home. Enjoyed our stay. My dog had a great time as well. Caught 13 fish in 1//2 day 2 bluegill and 10 smallmouth.. lots of rooms for our geounp of 7+
10/2/2022
2022.10.02
2022.10.02
Family vacation with 9 people ages 73 to 5. We all had a great time with plenty of space and entertainment for everyone. The owners were great and quick to respond.
5/18/2022
2022.05.18
2022.05.18
Had weekend getaway with group of friends & family. Has plenty of space and beds for everyone. Outside area was large and plenty of space to play outside. Everything was fine, however we could not find towels until we looked around to the basement laundry room and it was in side the dryer. Fridge was filled with things from previous guests. Could not find trash bags.
3/21/2022
2022.03.21
2022.03.21
Everything about this cabin and the property was perfect. I took a group of teachers on a well-deserved weekend getaway and training retreat, and they got the relaxation they needed. The cabin was exactly as promised and the property was even better than I had expected. I didn’t realize when I booked it that we were only steps away from the river’s edge and it made it all the more enjoyable. Sitting on the back porch, listening to the sound of the river flow by was just was we needed to set the tone for what turned out to be an exceptional weekend. Thanks for this property. I hope we can stay here again sometime.
9/12/2021
2021.09.12
2021.09.12
The cabin was absolutely amazing. We had a great time with family and friends. Everything we needed was there. The first cabin we ever been to that even had extra toiletries. The rooms were all comfortable. We had an amazing time at the river and at the fire pit. Would love to come again.
8/27/2021
2021.08.27
2021.08.27
Love, love, LOVED the property. Just about everything was provided and the home was the perfect family get away. Property owner was very helpful and easy to work with. Highly recommend!
8/18/2021
2021.08.18
2021.08.18
Wonderful host
8/18/2021
2021.08.18
2021.08.18
Charming river cabin with all amenities available made for no-stress packing and functionality during our stay. Would encourage bringing box fans for anyone in the upstairs rooms (which we brought) to help circulate the air from the A/C unit. Love that the cabin is pet friendly (with no ill effects/signs from being so) – our dogs had a blast. Enjoyed a great float on the house-provided tubes from the low water bridge to the cabin (2min car ride, 1.5hr float). Great space for all 5 of us plus 2 dogs snd 2 visitors for 2 nights. Our 3 teenagers claimed the basement beds and it was perfect! House Wi fi worked great. Cell service not so great, for some users, but others didn’t have issues. Wed come back. Had a great time!
7/4/2021
2021.07.04
2021.07.04
This cabin was perfect for our family to escape the DC area for a weekend. All we had to bring was clothes and food – everything else was provided for. The house is huge and has so many things to do for kids including fooseball, airhocky, tubing, a huge yard leading down to the river, and beautiful fire pit. We had the best time and would definitely come back again. One tip – cell phone service is not very reliable, so be sure to screenshot the doorcode before getting there! The owner Julie is super responsive and accomodating – she even found us a babysitter in the area!!
6/27/2021
2021.06.27
2021.06.27
Communication with owners was superior and they were extremely responsive to any concern that we had. House can accommodate a large group. Plentiful ways to enjoy the river and the outdoors are available, including views from the kitchen, two porches and two picnic tables. Fire pit with several Adirondack chairs is fun for s’mores and hanging out at night. The lawn is vast and great for catches and night-time stargazing. Several tubes are available for use and put-in location is a short drive or walk from the house. The other side of this coin is that it is a 15 minute (very scenic) drive to the main road and about an hour to Shenandoah National Park. Outdoor grilling is easy. More specific directions for how to use the television and other electrical things would have been helpful, as would a teapot and oven mitts. Air conditioning is a bit uneven. Oven and refrigerator could use a cleaning. We did not use the indoor fireplace, though this is likely very nice in winter. A beautiful part of the country; ice cream and strolling around Woodstock is a treat, as is exploring Strasburg and Front Royal.
5/9/2021
2021.05.09
2021.05.09
Nice homey cabin with a/c and full kitchen. Hostess very accommodating and helpful. Quick to respond to all my questions. You will have neighbors on both sides and they were occupied while we were there. Cabins are spaced far enough apart that it wasn’t an issue.We had a great time!
4/21/2021
2021.04.21
2021.04.21
Cabin had plenty of sleeping options and river was spectacular.
4/18/2021
2021.04.18
2021.04.18
Great place to relax after a 24-hour adventure race
3/14/2021
2021.03.14
2021.03.14
Just returned from a long weekend at this Riverfront cabin. Everything was just as advertised, and it made for a great few days with 6 adults and 4 young kids (5-8yr). The house was sized well enough for everyone. Cabin was well kept and very comfortable, with plenty of seating inside and out, large back “yard” to run around on the way to the river, maybe 100-150 yards from the rear of the house. Not too far back out to Maurertown proper for supplies. Would recommend and stay in again.
1/20/2021
2021.01.20
2021.01.20
The cabin was absolutely amazing. Felt like home and cozy with a beautiful stream in the backyard, close to convenience stores and attractions and perfect for a large group. Plenty of parking and clean home. Thank you!
12/5/2020
2020.12.05
2020.12.05
Perfect setting along a quiet river! Thank you!
10/4/2020
2020.10.04
2020.10.04
The cabin was perfect for our family celebrating a 30th birthday. The river was a nice walk in the back of the property and it was great to be able to bring our dog. The drive back to the cabin makes you feel like you’re out in the wilderness but the bridge with no sides is pretty scary. I can only imagine how it is in the snow. The bunk beds are definitely for children because there are not many support bars under the thin mattresses so we were not able to use them with the exception of the larger bottom bunk of the one. The queen bed on the main level is very comfortable, that room was great. The room with the two full beds upstairs is comfortable as well. But the basement beds were a little disappointing, mostly the bunks and the queen in the basement dips in a lot in the middle so only one person was able to sleep in that bed. The two twins upstairs aren’t the most comfortable but got the job done. We weren’t able to sleep how we expected due to not being able to use the bunks but we made it work and had a good time. The cabin smelled a bit musty when we first arrived but we were able to air it out quickly with all the windows. The long dining room table was nice for our group to gather around. The fire pit was great as well with lots of very wood available. The extra chairs in the shed came in handy as well. There was a lot of food left by other people in the fridge and freezer. It took up a lot of space and was a little gross especially during a time like covid. The lock on the door was confusing to lock but after a quick YouTube video we figured it out. Might be helpful to add some directions on this. The WiFi was strong and the water was hot.
3/17/2020
2020.03.17
2020.03.17
We had a great time and liked the location.

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