Family Retreat | Game Room, Fire Pit, Fenced Yard

Entire home in McGaheysville, Virginia

  1. 12 guests
  2. 4 bedrooms
  3. 10 beds
  4. 4 baths
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Hosted by Ricky
  1. 4 years hosting

Listing highlights

1-hour drive to Shenandoah National Park

This home is near the national park.

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Exceptional host communication

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Welcome to The Family Den, a 4BR retreat on the mountain at Massanutten Resort. Designed for families to relax and reconnect, our home features a game room, cozy living spaces, and mountain views from the front deck. The fenced yard offers a safe place for kids to play with outdoor games while you enjoy the seating and grill. Thoughtful family-friendly amenities make traveling with little ones easy. Dog-friendly and minutes from skiing, golf, hiking, and the Massanutten Indoor WaterPark.

The space
Spacious โ€ข Family-Friendly โ€ข Mountain Getaway โ€ข Dog-Friendly

๐Ÿ›‹๏ธ LIVING & DINING AREA

The perfect gathering space after a day skiing, hiking, or exploring Massanutten Resort.

-Cozy living room with Smart TV
-Comfortable couch + dog bed (well-behaved dogs are welcome!)
-Large dining table seating up to 10 guests

Open-concept layout ideal for family meals, game nights, and relaxing together

๐Ÿณ KITCHEN AREA

-Fully equipped for everything from quick breakfasts to full family dinners.
-Fully stocked kitchen with cookware, dishes, and essentials
-Dog bowls
-Breakfast nook with additional seating for 3โ€“5 guests

Easy flow between kitchen, dining, and living areas โ€” great for groups and families

*High chair and booster seat available upon request*

๐Ÿ›๏ธ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS

Designed to comfortably accommodate families, multiple couples, and group trips.

Primary Bedroom (Upper Level)

-King bed
-Private en-suite bathroom with tub
-Peaceful retreat for parents or couples

Bedroom #2 (Upper Level)

-Queen bed
-Comfortable and cozy for adults or teens

Bedroom #3 (Upper Level)

-Queen bed
-Twin bunk bed โ€” ideal for kids or siblings

๐Ÿšฟ Upper-Level Bathroom

-Full bathroom with tub
-Convenient for shared use

๐ŸŽฎ Lower-Level Game & Sleep Zone

A favorite space for kids, teens, and rainy-day fun.

Bedroom #4
-Two (2) twin bunk beds
-Queen bed
-Perfect for kids, teens, or group stays

Bathrooms
-Full bathroom with tub connected to bunk bed room
-Full bathroom with tub connected to laundry room

๐Ÿ•น๏ธ Game Room

Indoor entertainment for all ages โ€” no matter the weather.

-Darts
-Connect Four
-Foosball
-Indoor basketball
-Card & board games
-Smart TV for watching sports or movies

Outdoor Spaces

-Comfy swing on front porch
-Chairs and side table on front deck
-Outdoor sectional, gas grill, gas fire pit in backyard
-Fenced backyard
-Turf area and spacious deck for games and play in the backyard.

Family-Friendly Extras

Traveling with kids? Weโ€™ve got you covered.
-Pack โ€™n Play / play pen
-Baby Monitor
-High chair and booster seat available upon request
-Washer & dryer for longer stays
-Plenty of space for families and multi-generational trips

๐ŸŒ„ Why Guests Love The Family Den

-Located inside Massanutten Resort, VA
-Close to skiing, water park, hiking, golfing, and year-round activities, such as the Massanutten Indoor Waterpark
-Professionally cleaned after every stay
-Dog-friendly
-Quiet, fenced, and spacious backyard with outdoor seating, outdoor games, gas grill, and gas fire pit surrounded by a natural rock wall and trees.
-Ideal for family vacations, group getaways, and weekend escapes

Guest access
Guests have access to entire house and property, except for any closets/rooms that are locked.

AMENITIES:
Massanutten is full of amenities on the mountain. Guests are encouraged to check out the following amenities:
- Ski Resort
- Indoor Waterpark
- Outdoor trails
- Go Karting
- Mini Golf
- Indoor Arcade
- Bumper Cars
- Golf Course(s)
- Tennis courts
- Rec center
- Mountain coaster (coming soon!)
- and many more...check out the Massanutten website for complete list.

Other things to note
PARKING - Driveway allows for a max of 3 vehicles comfortably. No parking on the road, Massanutten has a strict no tires on road rule. See Massanutten Village Community Rules located on refrigerator and house rules for more details.

DRIVEWAY SLOPE - Driveway is on an incline, approx. 10% slope. All-wheel drive or use of tire chains is highly recommended, especially in fall and winter seasons. Host is not responsible for any vehicle mishaps/damage.

ADDITIONAL PARKING - available at community overflow lot (exact location to be shared prior to check-in). Guests must contact host at least 2 days prior to check in date with vehicle information if they need to use the overflow lot. Failure to notify owner may result in vehicle(s) being towed, host is not liable for towing fees.

Where youโ€™ll sleep

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What this place offers

Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free driveway parking on premises โ€“ 3 spaces
Pets allowed

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 3 reviews

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Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for value

Guest reviews mention

Where youโ€™ll be

McGaheysville, Virginia, United States
Exact location will be provided after booking.

Meet your host

Host
50 reviews
4.92 out of 5 average rating
4 years of hosting
Lives in Annandale, Virginia
Weโ€™re a family that loves to travel, experience new cultures and especially new foods! We love sharing our experiences and would love to help your families create memories that can be passed on for generations.

Co-hosts

  • Alejandra
  • Emily

Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00โ€ฏPM
Checkout before 11:00โ€ฏAM
12 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Heights without rails or protection
Carbon monoxide alarm