"This was a perfect getaway and we can’t wait to come back!" -Darion ✔Inside resort gates, minutes to Water Park, NEW Mountain Coaster (coming soon!), hiking, golf, spa & more! ✔Free outdoor pool access Memorial Day to Labor Day ✔20 minutes to Shenandoah National Park ✔25 minutes to Harrisonburg & JMU ✔4 bedrooms (2 King suites, 2 Queens, Queen & Twin) & 3.5 bathrooms, sleeps 11 with NO sofa beds and NO bunks! ✔Modern & spacious 2022 build ✔Deck with gas fire pit & grill ✔Roku TVs in every bedroom ✔Owner-managed home: we take pride in hosting your stay!
Book your stay at the Babbling Brook Retreat today!
Pets are not permitted due to family allergies.
Our Spaces:
✔ Bedroom 1 ★The Mint King Suite★ 1st floor, King bed, gorgeous ensuite bathroom, double vanity, shower/tub combination, luggage rack, Roku smart TV, ceiling fan, room-darkening curtains and chair.
✔ Bedroom 2 ★The Teal King Suite★ 2nd floor, King bed, luxury ensuite bathroom, double vanity, walk-in shower with two shower heads, closet with luggage racks, dedicated workstation, Roku smart TV, ceiling fan, loveseat, room-darkening curtains and travel crib (pack-n-play style).
✔ Bedroom 3 ★The Arches Queens Room★ 2nd floor, 2 queen beds, this versatile room sleeps one to four people and features a compact workstation/vanity for two, Roku smart TV, ceiling fan and room-darkening curtains.
✔ Bedroom 4 ★The Retro Queen/Twin Room★ 2nd floor, one queen bed and one twin bed, this retro-styled room doubles as a great hangout space for kids & teens, kid-friendly games & toys, BYO video game console and play on our 55" Roku smart TV while lounging on a Nugget-style play couch, also featuring: closet with luggage racks, ceiling fan and room-darkening curtains.
✔ Upstairs Hall Bath: Upstairs hall bath with vanity, combination tub/shower and private toilet closet.
✔ Upstairs Laundry Room & Linen Closet: Available for your use during your stay with top-load washer, dryer, iron/ironing board, steamer and free & clear laundry pods.
✔ Half Bathroom: 1st floor hall half bathroom
✔ Kitchen: Our fully-equipped open-concept kitchen with island seating includes all the basics plus a 12-cup coffee maker with whole-bean coffee and grinder, french press, electric kettle, assorted tea bags, creamers & sugars, toaster, cocktail shaker, muddler, pourers, bottle openers, pots & pans, slow cooker/crockpot, knife block, cutting boards, cooking utensils, measuring cups & spoons, mixing bowls, colanders, serving platters & bowls, blender, hand mixer, baking trays & dishes, vegetable peeler, potato masher, ice cream scoop, can opener, cooking oil, spices, etc. Check out the convertible high-chair/booster seat in the hall closet!
✔ Entry: Drop off your jackets and shoes at the entry bench and hooks and take a load off!
✔ Living & Dining: The spacious great room features a living space with luxurious sectional, gas fireplace, and Roku smart TV. The dining space offers seating for 8-10 plus kitchen island seating for 3. There is a high chair/booster chair in the utility closet. Check out the games and puzzles in the cabinet and be sure to sign the guestbook!
✔ Front Porch: The front porch features rocking Adirondack chairs.
✔ Back Deck: With serene wooded view, the back deck offers a comfortable seating area with a gas fire pit overlooking the babbling brook. The propane grill on the back deck and grill tools are available for your use. Please scrape the grill after each use to deter area wildlife.
✔ And More: Babbling Brook Retreat offers amenities for a relaxing stay including Wi-Fi, Roku TVs in all bedrooms and living room (BYOL - Bring Your Own Logins), central heating/cooling via smart thermostat, linens/towels, coffee (for french press or drip machine), dishwasher pods, washer/dryer with free & clear laundry detergent pods, iron/ironing board, hair dryers, hangers, trash bags, paper towels, toilet paper, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash and contactless check-in.
★ For Families: We know what traveling with children is like so we have provided a few items in the home to ease your travels including a travel crib (pack-and-play style, in upstairs king bedroom), high chair (in downstairs hall closet), folding step stools (in hall bathrooms), two bathtubs (upstairs hall bath and downstairs ensuite), room-darkening curtains in all rooms, washer and dryer with free & clear laundry pods, and some of our favorite toys and games in upstairs bedroom which offers kids of all ages another space to hang out. The house is child-friendly but not childproof. Guests are responsible for the safety of their children at all times.
★ Free Community Pool Access: Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, we provide a pool pass (in the kitchen drawer) which gives guests *FREE* access to the Stonewall Terrace Pool! Bring the pool pass with you and return to the drawer when not in use. Please note that the pool may be closed on weekdays in late May/early June and late August.
★ Massanutten Resort offers tons of activities for everyone, including the Spa, indoor/outdoor WaterPark (a family favorite!), two golf courses, mini golf, indoor virtual golf, wine tasting, art, music and cooking lessons, horseback riding, street curling, pickleball & tennis courts and Escape Rooms. Winter activities include skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing and ice skating. Summer activities include tubing, mountain biking, tennis courts, go karts, bumper cars, zip lines and climbing wall.
★ Smart Keypad Deadbolt: One day prior to check in, guests will receive a unique code to the front door which activates at check in and deactivates at check out. Guests have access to the entire home except for one owner's closet (inside the downstairs ensuite bathroom).
★ Driving Access: All streets to the house are paved and the gravel driveway is short. The home is in the lower hills of Massanutten Mountain with some steep roadways. If snow or ice is in the forecast, consider bringing a vehicle with AWD and/or winter tires. The home is conveniently located a short drive from Massanutten Resort amenities and more!
★ Parking: There is parking available for up to three vehicles: two next to each other in the gravel driveway and one on the gravel shoulder. Though we do have a motion-activated floodlight, the driveway can be difficult to see at night or during/after weather events, so please pull in and out of the driveway carefully and watch out for the utility boxes! The HOA requires that all four tires remain off of the asphalt pavement in the cul de sac. There is a sloped walkway approximately 50 feet long from the parking area to the front porch. Overflow parking is available at Hopkins Park - the first left-turn after entering at the Massanutten gate.
★ Wildlife & Neighborhood: Our home is in the woods and so it is surrounded by a variety of wildlife including a possible bear or two. With this in mind, guests must not leave food outside to prevent pests. Please clean the grill after use and do not leave any food outside which will attract wildlife. While we do have regular pest control, being in the woods means bugs still get inside on occasion. We provide a broom and dustpan, as sweeping up can help deter bugs. Massanutten is a growing resort, with demand for more rental homes and full-time residences, so there may be some new-home construction in the neighborhood during your stay.
★ Cell Service: There is typically reliable cell service at the home and in the Massanutten resort area. Depending on how you travel to our home, you may lose cell service on your way or during some of your adventures in the surrounding areas. The home is equipped with high-speed wifi.
★ Trash: Due to bear risk, we do not have outdoor trash cans. Our cleaners take the trash after each guest; however, guests staying longer than 2-3 days should drop off excess trash at community dumpsters during their stay.
★ Community Rules: Per our homeowners association, we are required to post the following rules publicly on our listing. Quiet Hours 10 PM - 7 AM. Keep noise indoors during these hours. No excessive noise at any time. Keep all tires off the road. Don't block fire hydrants or park in front of another property, Park only in designated areas or overflow parking at Hopkins Park. No buses, campers, or RVs at homes or on roads. High wildfire risk area. No open or unattended fires. No firepit use 10 AM - 7 PM. Firepits and grills may be restricted during local emergency conditions; check electronic sign at community entrance for updates. No open alcohol containers on roads or in common areas. Pets are not permitted at this property; however, note that all pets in the community must be leashed and cleaned up after. Do not place garbage/trash outside including screened-in porches, decks or carports. Trash attracts wildlife which could endanger you and damage the property. For excess trash, dumpsters are located at 4007 Peak Drive.
★ A Note on Fees: There are a couple of fees included in each booking. The "Service Fee" is charged by Vrbo. The "Host Fee" is Vrbo's name for the cleaning fee that we charge on a per-booking basis.
★ Check-Out Instructions: (1) Bag trash (bags provided). (2) Fill & start dishwasher. (3) Lock up. That's it!
Property manager
Lauren Delmare
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Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Things to do
Water park
Basketball nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Spelunking nearby
Swimming 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
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 2,300 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 transport to and from this property
Property is also known as
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About the area
McGaheysville, VA
What's nearby
Massanutten Water Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
Masanutten Ski Resort - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
White Oak Lavender Farm & The Purple WOLF Vineyard - 16 min drive - 19.3 km
Shenandoah National Park - 17 min drive - 18.6 km
James Madison University - 19 min drive - 21.0 km
Getting around
Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
Woodstone Meadows - 5 min drive
Elkton Brewing Company - 10 min drive
Ciro's Italian Eatery - 8 min drive
Virginia BBQ & Pizza - 3 min drive
Goodfellas - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does 4BR Top-Rated Shenandoah Retreat | Free Pool Pass | 2 Primary Suites | Firepit have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at 4BR Top-Rated Shenandoah Retreat | Free Pool Pass | 2 Primary Suites | Firepit?
As of 19 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 4BR Top-Rated Shenandoah Retreat | Free Pool Pass | 2 Primary Suites | Firepit on 30 Jul 2025 start from NZ$841.57, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is 4BR Top-Rated Shenandoah Retreat | Free Pool Pass | 2 Primary Suites | Firepit pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at 4BR Top-Rated Shenandoah Retreat | Free Pool Pass | 2 Primary Suites | Firepit?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 4BR Top-Rated Shenandoah Retreat | Free Pool Pass | 2 Primary Suites | Firepit?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 4BR Top-Rated Shenandoah Retreat | Free Pool Pass | 2 Primary Suites | Firepit located?
This family-friendly McGaheysville holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Massanutten Water Park, Masanutten Ski Resort and George Washington National Forest. SoLace Studios Fine Handcrafts and Shenandoah River are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Reviews
10/10
My second time staying at this lovely residence , i highly recommend…great host & communication
lamont h.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
Great property with a lot of attention to detail throughout. Would stay there again!
Vanessa L.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10
Perfect for our family of 11. Close to the waterpark and tubing. Loved it.
Lorraine C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10
Property was beautiful and super clean. Stocked with everything you need to have a wonderful stay!
Michael H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10
We had a wonderful stay with our four adult children. Very clean, well stocked and very responsive owners. Stayed at several VRBO and this was by far our favorite. Great location and so much to do locally if you enjoy the outdoors
Julie R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10
Went here for my daughter’s birthday trip with her friends. They had a blast and the space was perfect to accommodate all 8 of them. Plenty of space and the kitchen space was big enough as well. No complaints, and we would book again.
yesenia p.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
The listing is spot on with an amazing host This home was new and super clean, lots of amenities and less than 30 minutes from JMU.
Mark P.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10
Leave your work at home and just relax and spend time with your Family 🙏....
Almelia P. K.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10
Lauren was a great host and property was prefect for our needs.
John B.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
10/10
I can't say enough good things about this VRBO property! Communication with Lauren was wonderful and the house was perfect for a couples getaway. We have stayed at a lot of VRBO properties and this one exceeded all expectations. If we could give it more than 5 stars we would!
James R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10
The hospitality provided was exceptional. The accommodations were well-equipped and comfortable, ensuring that all our needs were met. This was our first visit to Massanutten, and it certainly will not be our last. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
W T.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10
This lovely home provided an opportunity for our family from different parts of the country to spend quality time together. The great room worked well for family gatherings and still everyone had their private space.
Sara H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10
Great, quiet and restful stay. I highly recommend it.
Tim B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10
This was a very stylish home with extra amenities to give a personalized touch and a friendly, attentive host. Our family of 5 loved the location to Massanutten resort, breweries, and wineries.
We will happily book again.
Sharon M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10
We loved our stay. Such a wonderful experience. This home had almost everything we need. Had a blast... Perfect home
LATOYA J.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10
The house was newly renovated and everything was very high quality. The host could not have been any nicer/accommodating. This was a perfect getaway and we can’t wait to come back!
Darion N.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10
Our extended family had a wonderful stay at Babbling Brook for my mom's 70th birthday weekend. The hosts were extremely responsive and communication, check-in, and check-out were easy and seamless. All the beds were very comfortable (rare for rental properties!), and the house was great for kids and adults. Highly recommend!
Sallie B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10
we came for my brothers funeral and wanted to keep family close. The house is beautiful and so clean. I would recommend this house. I also would love to rent again for a family trip.
Marcy J.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10
Our family had the most wonderful time at this gem of a home. Our host was exceedingly helpful, available and accommodating while the home was extremely clean, well organized and decorated beautifully. Highly recommend and looking forward to booking again in the future.
katie s.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10
Babbling Brook is an awesome house!! It has all the amenities you could ever want. It was beautiful, comfy, spacious and we loved & enjoyed every minute of our stay there. We especially loved evenings on the deck with the gas fire pit. Our host made everything very easy with how to videos & instructions. She was also extremely attentive and quickly responded to questions. I give Babbling Brook my highest recommendation and would definitely stay there again!!
Wanda F.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10
The house is beautiful, just as described. I’ve never stayed at a better stocked house, the kitchen has everything you need. Did you forget something, the upstairs closet has all the little things and was very thoughtfully put together. The beds were very comfortable, we had a wonderful long weekend here,, and will definitely be back ….
keli h.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10
A great property. Professionalism all the way. Best guidance ever. Clean property, well managed. Such a great property. Worth a re-visit. My wife enjoyed her 65th with her family. Thanks to Lauren.
Patrick V.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10
Babbling Brook Retreat was the perfect place for our Girls Weekend. Everything was just as described. The house had All the touches of home, toiletries, paper products, garbage bags, a small supply of things in case we forgot something. Touches that are not normally in vacation rentals. Lauren the host was very responsive and easy to work with. Thank you Lauren for allowing us to enjoy your vacation home. It’s evident you and your family care for it and want others to enjoy as you do.
Deirdre R.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10
Beautiful and clean home with all the amenities to really make it feel like home. Lauren has thought of everything to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. We had everything we didn't even realized we could need. It seems like I'm just repeating myself but im having a hard time coming up with specifics bc it just...felt like home - without the clutter of everyday life!
Ruchi P.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
10/10
Truly enjoyable! We ranged in age from 3 to 86 and we all felt at home in this sweet retreat. The house just welcomed us when we arrived. It was even stocked with things we may have forgotten(and we had) and it just felt like home. We brought a favorite outdoor game, Corn Hole, which the guys enjoyed in the front yard. We women savored seafood around the pit on the back deck. This spacious and warm retreat was just perfect for our group of ten from New York City and western Maryland. It was designed for enjoyment!