Stunning Family\/Friends Retreat,110 Private Acres, Renovated Historic Home
About this house rental
Located just minutes from Old Rag Mountain, Whippoorwill Manor Farm is a destination that affords the rare experience to rent your own farm for a week or a weekend. The house was completely restored in 2005 adding a new addition that houses a large modern kitchen, and 3 full baths (over 3,800 sq. ft). One of Washington's top interior decorators designed the home specifically with the idea of family/friends use. Thus, the home has maintained its unique historical charm to include its wide hickory planked floors, log cabin rooms with stone fireplaces, and hand crafted wood work throughout the home. The original part of the house (log cabin) dates back to the 1700's and is the second oldest structure in Madison County. The farm even has a game building out back that's great to enjoy a drink while playing foosball or shuffleboard. There is also a professional outdoor ping pong table. The house has all the modern conveniences to stay connected including, direct TV and wireless internet (Please not that Broadband internet is not available in this area). Please note that this property is not set up to host weddings/events. Great nearby outdoor activities such as: climbing Old Rag MT (the most spectacular hike in VA) or hiking White Oak Canyon to see its impressive upper and lower waterfalls, both parking lots are approximately 7 miles from the house both located in Shenandoah National Park. Whippoorwill Manor Farm is just minutes from Graves Mountain Lodge, Prince Michel, Sharp Rock, DuCard Vineyards and Shotwell Run Brewing. Our objective is to treat our guests the same as we would our extended family/friends that come and visit the farm. Therefore, the important essentials are provided which includes: linens, towels, blankets, essential paper products, cleaning supplies, some laundry detergent, coffee, spices and condiments (no guaranteed stock), charcoal, lighter fluid and wood for fire place (some local cabins charge $40.00 just for the firewood). There is also a 25 pound a day ice maker. To assist in keeping the cleaning fee modest, you will need to make your own bed. Covers and blankets are on the beds with its sheets folded at the base. Finally, our Caretakers (Bill and Delores) live nearby and are available to personally address any concerns or questions you may have. Please be advised that the farm has the best available Internet in Madison County but it is not city speed and is not unlimited so we request you download videos prior to visit and not conduct gaming during stay. The property is only 15-20 minutes from the historic towns of Culpepper, Madison and Sperryville, ideal for shopping and quality restaurants. Additionally, it serves as a perfect home vacation site to explore the many historic landmarks of the Shenandoah Valley and its vast natural beauty. Come enjoy this truly unique and beautiful property for a peaceful and fun vacation or come with a group of friends for a long weekend to hike, bike, and enjoy each other with a number of local attractions and activities. On the property, there are a number of activities to enjoy such as corn hole, volleyball and horseshoes. In the evenings, the fire pit is a wonderful place to tell stories and share experiences year round. The house has a full back up generator in the event power is lost so your stay will not be disrupted if a major storm strikes. For cycling enthusiasts from other parts of the country, the mountain scenery coupled with the quiet, safe, country roads are a national treasure to be experienced. The very popular Tour de Madison Bike Ride (held in mid-May every year), and the ride enjoys national stature. The Tour is not a race, but rather designed as a wonderful way to see the great scenic beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. They have routes for the entire family; you can choose between 16, 40, and 62 miles along country roads. If you can't make the actual weekend, the owner will provide you with the specific routes of the Tour so can enjoy them during your stay. Your group could even do a different 'century' every day for a week and beyond the initial few miles leaving/returning to the house; you will not have to cover the same ground twice! Keywords: Historic farm home with log cabin section, private retreat on 110 secluded acres - ideal family reunion, hiking, active lifestyles
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Gym / Fitness Center
Garden
Family friendly
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Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(204 Reviews)
5.0
I stayed with my family (11 in total), ranging from 8 to almost 80 years old. Whippoorwill was a truly unique property, and experience, for us all. The home and area are beautiful and there's so much to see and do on the property. The home is incredibly well-stocked and the owner was fantastic to work with. We'll definietly return. Highly recommend!
5.0
Absolutely wonderful!!
5.0
The Whippoorwill Manor Farm was true to the photos as a beautifully and thoughtfully restored farm house and property, perfectly situated in the blue ridge mountains. So quiet and peaceful! It was ideal for our group of nine, and could clearly accomodate more guests very easily. There are plenty of physical activities if desired, including hiking both on and off the property. The pickleball court got some spirited use! The farm is also a place to simply sit, relax, and enjoy, with comfortable seating both inside and out. The farm kitchen is fully equipped, and there was ample seating to share meals at the indoor or outdoor tables. Recommend taking in the sunset on the upper platform, We had a campfire under the stars each night. Eric could not be a more responsive host, and he takes care of his guests in every way. I would unhesitatingly recommend this property to any group, of any age!
5.0
Our group of 13 ladies returned after 8 years for a weekend to recharge physically, mentally and spiritually. We wandered through the woods, enjoyed the pickle ball court and cooked great healthy meals in the very well-stocked kitchen.
This farm is definitely a place of retreat!
5.0
We had a great time at the Whippoorwill Manor Farm. The property is amazing and the hosts and caretakers were great. The hosts have thought of everything in terms of amenties. The kitchen is well stocked with appliances, utensils and tools, and dishes, and the ice maker is a nice touch. Outside we enjoyed the sauna, game room, fire pit, ping pong table, bicycles, pickelball court, basketball court, hiking trails...all of it. Hope to return soon!
5.0
The property is spectacular. The house is well stocked, comfortable and had everything (and more!) than we needed. There was a ton to do on the property itself and hiking was a 20 minute drive. We will definitely be back again!
5.0
The house and property are amazing. The host has made check in and out very clear and is very easy to get a hold of and communicate with. My friends and I held a chamber music weekend and had a wonderful time playing and using the amazing kitchen. We’ll probably be booking again this year!
5.0
We try to come to Whippoorwill Manor Farm at least once a year. Every year new amenities are added and the house is well kept and clean. We absolutely love visiting and hope to be back many times in the future. This time we did a lot of cooking indoors, and they had every piece of equipment we needed. The owner/property manager is a super efficient communicator. Thank you for providing such an amazing place to build more memories!
5.0
We've lost count of how many times we have enjoyed 'Yellow House' as we call it. For over 10 years, we have gathered with friends and family at this special place and it has never disappointed us.
5.0
This property was awesome. It provided a clean, warm and nurturing environment for a treasured family vacation. We took family pictures with the beautiful background provided by the farm. Loved every minute spent here!
5.0
We had a lovely time at this property. The location was breathtaking and so very peaceful- a nice escape from our normal lives in the busy city! We were together for my parents’ 40th anniversary and there were plenty of activities nearby (wineries, hiking, Shenandoah NP, etc) but also plenty to do at the rental- hiking, ping pong, shuffleboard, basketball, darts, corn hole, honestly any game you could probably think of. We had a great time hanging out with the surrounding nature and Eric was extremely helpful and responsive every step of the way. Would definitely recommend this magical place!
5.0
Perfect for families
The house has lots of room for family activities; games, meals, etc. There is a ring for making a fire for s'mores. Hiking abounds either on the property or nearby National Forests. We have stayed here several times.
5.0
Beautiful well equipped house. Had evywe needed to have a wonderful stay for our sons wedding
Owner was very accommodating, property was beautiful, would definitely stay again.
5.0
Super Relaxing Getaway
House is well furnished. The kitchen was great. Rooms were very cozy! Living room with awesome fireplace. Bathrooms were great. Manor is good for small and big groups alike. Amazing outdoors. Will definitely come back!
5.0
This is our fourth time staying at Whippoorwill. We love it every time. Can’t wait to go back. Such a fun place. Very clean, well maintained, and well stocked. Eric is an amazing host.
5.0
Fourth Stay!!
This is our fourth time staying at Whippoorwill. We love it every time. Can’t wait to go back. Such a fun place. Very clean, well maintained, and well stocked. Eric is an amazing host.
5.0
Beauty and relaxation.
From the outfitting of the kitchen to the unbelievable location, they have thought through everything that you may need during your visit. Its an unbelievable location and a beautiful property that you can see the love and pride that has been put into it.
5.0
Amazing stay
Amazing place to stay for wedding weekend. Made the whole event magical.
5.0
Fantastic as always
WFM really is the ultimate mountain destination. The property is so gorgeous it's like a post card and there is every amenity and appointment imaginable. It's absolutely peaceful and we love coming here year after year.
5.0
Our church has been using Whippoorwill Manor Farm for Young Adult retreats for about 10 years now. We have never been disappointed, it is a wonderful place to relax and find restoration from the stress of the world. Eric is always helpful and at this juncture, has become a friend.
5.0
Look no further....this rental was sooo amazing! We traveled to Etlan for my daughter's wedding. We can not say enough about how spectacular our stay was. The home and property had a lot of charm with fun and unique amenities-from the porches and patios to the the numerous yard and recreational games, not to mention an amazing firepit. We enjoyed star gazing, roasting marshmallows and having our favorite beverage on the hilltop deck which overlooked the property and the beautiful mountain landscape. The house was very spacious (kitchen, dining area, bedrooms and living areas) with lots of room to move. Also, the beds were very comfortable-we all got great sleep. Eric is definitely a super host. He left a nice welcome bag and information about local points of interests, as well as supplying the house with many of the conveniences that you would have in your own home. My family had such a wonderful time, they requested that come here annually.
5.0
Men's Weekend Retreat
Our church has been using Whippoorwill Manor Farm for Young Adult retreats for about 10 years now. We have never been disappointed, it is a wonderful place to relax and find restoration from the stress of the world. Eric is always helpful and at this juncture, has become a friend.
5.0
Family Wedding Weekend
Look no further....this rental was sooo amazing! We traveled to Etlan for my daughter's wedding. We can not say enough about how spectacular our stay was. The home and property had a lot of charm with fun and unique amenities-from the porches and patios to the the numerous yard and recreational games, not to mention an amazing firepit. We enjoyed star gazing, roasting marshmallows and having our favorite beverage on the hilltop deck which overlooked the property and the beautiful mountain landscape. The house was very spacious (kitchen, dining area, bedrooms and living areas) with lots of room to move. Also, the beds were very comfortable-we all got great sleep. Eric is definitely a super host. He left a nice welcome bag and information about local points of interests, as well as supplying the house with many of the conveniences that you would have in your own home. My family had such a wonderful time, they requested that come here annually.
5.0
Family trip
“We were a family of 16 ages 5-73 and this house had something for everyone . They supply everything anyone would need and has detailed instructions for everything . We highly recommend . “
5.0
Lovely property in interesting area
Our family enjoyed our stay with so many things to do in the area. The serenity of the house was relaxing - with fun highlights like the cows that got loose and wandered by. The generator kicked in during a brief power outage caused by a storm just as it should. The kitchen was a delight to cook in - plenty of space for several to move around each other. We highly recommend staying here.
5.0
Great place to stay! I can’t say enough about it! With a large family we never felt crowded. Lots of activities provided. We especially enjoyed ping pong and shuffle board. House and kitchen are well stocked with everything you need. Inventory of house is very helpful in finding everything. We would definitely go back if the opportunity presents itself. We do wish the windows had screens to open them in the evening instead of running the air conditioner but that is a country gal thing. Lol
5.0
Perfect place to get away
We have stayed here before with our adult children and grandchildren in the beautiful Virginia mountains.
They love it and there is plenty to do. The house is very clean and the kitchen is well-appointed.
5.0
We had a group of 10 and we had an amazing stay! The house is beautiful and comfortable. It is very well stocked with all sorts of activities. The back room with the memorabilia fascinated all of us. We absolutely loved the house and would highly recommend a stay here to anyone!
5.0
Lovely Property
We had a group of 10 and we had an amazing stay! The house is beautiful and comfortable. It is very well stocked with all sorts of activities. The back room with the memorabilia fascinated all of us. We absolutely loved the house and would highly recommend a stay here to anyone!
5.0
Excellent place
Great place to stay! I can’t say enough about it! With a large family we never felt crowded. Lots of activities provided. We especially enjoyed ping pong and shuffle board. House and kitchen are well stocked with everything you need. Inventory of house is very helpful in finding everything. We would definitely go back if the opportunity presents itself. We do wish the windows had screens to open them in the evening instead of running the air conditioner but that is a country gal thing. Lol
5.0
Whippoorwill felt roomy, even with 11 adults in residence. It's very well equipped and laid out, and the grounds are lovely. We'll definitely stay here again!
5.0
Comfortable, spacious house in a beautiful setting
Whippoorwill felt roomy, even with 11 adults in residence. It's very well equipped and laid out, and the grounds are lovely. We'll definitely stay here again!
5.0
Second trip as great as the first!
This was our second long weekend renting the “yellow farmhouse” in three years, and we were happy to return. There was plenty of indoor/outdoor space for the eleven of us to spread out over plus space for us to all be together. We made use of the trails, overlook deck, outdoor ping pong and the kids explored the big barn. We ended every night with a large fire pit and good conversation.
The kitchen has all of the cooking gadgets & gizmos you may need (the pantry staples were sparse but I assume the house has been popular for weekend getaways from the DMV so it may be challenging to keep up), the grills are so clean they look new and having an ice maker plus beverage refrigerator is great for large groups in the warmer months.
I know we will return this welcoming home again.
5.0
This was our second long weekend renting the “yellow farmhouse” in three years, and we were happy to return. There was plenty of indoor/outdoor space for the eleven of us to spread out over plus space for us to all be together. We made use of the trails, overlook deck, outdoor ping pong and the kids explored the big barn. We ended every night with a large fire pit and good conversation.The kitchen has all of the cooking gadgets & gizmos you may need (the pantry staples were sparse but I assume the house has been popular for weekend getaways from the DMV so it may be challenging to keep up), the grills are so clean they look new and having an ice maker plus beverage refrigerator is great for large groups in the warmer months. I know we will return this welcoming home again.
5.0
Our stay at Whippoorwill Farm exceeded expectations, which were already running very high based on photos and previous reviews. No swimming pool, but nearly every other conceivable outdoor recreation was available for the 7 grandkids, ages 5 to 12, and the Slip and Slide we brought and set up on the hillside provided cool, wet fun on hot afternoons. The kids could not have been more excited about the communal bunk room, and the elders were delighted with the many porches, patios, and cool indoor spaces for quiet relaxation. The kitchen was better outfitted than our own kitchens at home, and the ring binder full of information about everything from Safety to Shopping was both helpful (look under "M" in the exhaustive index to find out where, exactly, to find the matches) and interesting, offering a short history of the farm and its transformation in recent decades.This was a GREAT place, and it provided what will surely be lifelong memories for our COVID-weary group!
5.0
Fabulous Family Retreat for 15
Our stay at Whippoorwill Farm exceeded expectations, which were already running very high based on photos and previous reviews. No swimming pool, but nearly every other conceivable outdoor recreation was available for the 7 grandkids, ages 5 to 12, and the Slip and Slide we brought and set up on the hillside provided cool, wet fun on hot afternoons. The kids could not have been more excited about the communal bunk room, and the elders were delighted with the many porches, patios, and cool indoor spaces for quiet relaxation. The kitchen was better outfitted than our own kitchens at home, and the ring binder full of information about everything from Safety to Shopping was both helpful (look under "M" in the exhaustive index to find out where, exactly, to find the matches) and interesting, offering a short history of the farm and its transformation in recent decades.
This was a GREAT place, and it provided what will surely be lifelong memories for our COVID-weary group!
5.0
Quiet, peaceful and lovely
This place was amazing! It was peaceful, quiet and very well stocked. Eric was fantastic at communicating and the house had everything that you could possibly need. It was very clean and we had an amazing time! We would love to make it an annual trip and hope to go back, again.
5.0
The best!
This is the second time we stayed at Whipporwill. It's enchanting! The grounds are gorgeous, with several hiking trails that are well marked and maintained. The wildflowers and vistas are lovely. The house is immaculate, comfortable, and meticulously cared for. The kitchen is well equipped and has a generous array of basic supplies like spices, paper goods, ketchup, mayo, and Keurig coffee pods. The sports equipment (horseshoes, volleyball net, ping pong table, bicycles, etc) made the property a playground for 70-year-old adults. The house conveys a sense of history, as well as of a family that has loved and nurtured it. Don't hesitate to book this property!
5.0
The best!
My husband and I celebrated his 70th birthday here with two other couples. This property is magnificent! It is comfortable, homey, tastefully decorated, and immaculate. Beds were comfortable, and the house can easily accommodate many more guests than our party of six. The kitchen is as well equipped as our own, and includes a generous supply of spices, paper goods, and high quality cooking equipment. The owners have preserved parts of the original structure, which dates to the early1700's, and added on to make it a comfortable 21st century living space. The grounds are incredible, and include well-marked trails; we took a 1 1/4 hour hike on a hilly trail that included beautiful vistas. This is a special place - don't hesitate to visit!
5.0
Awesome Stay
This is the best VRBO ever! Beautiful location, tons of things to do on the property, and comfortable!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Shenandoah Valley?
The average price for a rental in Shenandoah Valley is $193 per night. This rental is $402 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Stunning Family\/Friends Retreat,110 Private Acres, Renovated Historic Home. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Stunning Family\/Friends Retreat,110 Private Acres, Renovated Historic Home pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Stunning Family\/Friends Retreat,110 Private Acres, Renovated Historic Home?
We found 14 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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