Family-friendly holiday rentals in James River

Rustic Secluded Cabin at Whetstone Creek Farm

Unwind in your own forest retreat. Enjoy waking up in the king size bed to views of trees, a well appointed open floor plan, and a front porch made for sitting! Listen to rain on the tin roof or enjoy a bonfire in the fire pit after taking a stroll down 2 miles of wooded trails or wading in the creek. Stay connected with high speed wifi. Wildlife abounds on our woodland plant farm. Approximately 15 minutes from Ft. Pickett, this is the perfect place to stay in Blackstone if you want to get away!

Serenity by the Stream

Cabin in the Shenandoah Mountain surrounded by National Forest on 3 sides. Inside cozy atmosphere with warm lighting and local landscape art throughout. Bright and cheery in the bedrooms best suited for 2-4 adults or family with children. Wonderful sound of the river throughout the property. Step outside to hundreds of miles of biking and hiking trails, and stocked lakes and streams. Well maintained paved state road to cabin driveway. The house is 20 minutes West of Harrisonburg VA and JMU.

Idyllic Cottage Retreat

⭐️ Condé Nast Traveler Approved ⭐️ Cozy cottage nestled on a historic 400-acre Blue Ridge Mountain farm abutting Shenandoah National Park. Every space inside this cozy cottage is creatively styled, with tons of perfectly imperfect charm. Outside, a hammock beneath the elm trees, fire pit and grill, all allow for enjoying the splendor of this peaceful enclave. Excellent day-tripping to many of central Virginia's celebrated wineries and breweries, as well as scenic drives and hiking trails.

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Come experience living in a round structure filled with amenities-fully equipped kitchen, deep tub, heating and AC, hot tub and in ground pool. Great for couples, friends, and families. A 10 minute hike gets you into Shenandoah National Park, explore our 58 acres on numerous walking trails, visit Charlottesville, historical sites, caves, or play in rivers. Child friendly- no pets. Private hot tub Labor Day-Memorial Day. Check out Cair Paravel Farmstead on FB/the web to see all we have to offer

Cozy Cabin & Farm stay @ Owl Tree Acres Homestead

Sunflower cabin is a sweet little rustic cabin with friendly homesteading artist/host located on Owl Tree Acres Farm. Cozy sleeping for 4, a dorm refrigerator, toaster oven, microwave, coffeemaker,. Wifi with desk and Smart HD TV are provided. A “separate” beautiful bath house is located near the Communal fire pit away from the cabin. No bathroom facilities in cabin. Pets allowed with $30 pet fee. No pit bulls, rottweillers or other agressive dog breeds allowed. No pets allowed on beds.

Train Caboose w/ River Views <.5 mi to Downtown

All aboard! Welcome to James Station by All Belong Co, a train caboose overlooking the most scenic part of the James River. *Named the most wish-listed Airbnb in Virginia! -Large deck, Solo Stove fire pit & gas grill -Porch swing overlooking river + hammock swings -Watch the trains + factory action below! -1/2 mi walk to paved Blackwater Creek nature trails & downtown Lynchburg dining (walk or bike!) -Keurig + local coffee, fast wifi -Full-size shower w/ rain-head shower & Public Goods soaps

Rare Find: Private Animal Sanctuary & Tiny Cottage

For animal lovers seeking an exclusive and unique getaway, this boutique Airbnb in Scottsville offers a tranquil escape where guests can unwind in nature and connect with the sanctuary’s resident animals. Recognized by Northern Virginia Magazine, Trips 101, and Trips to Discover as one of Virginia’s most distinctive stays, this thoughtfully curated retreat features cozy furnishings, charming handcrafted details, and an expansive window that showcases views of the animals.

The Bread Barn

Welcome to Seasons' Yield Farm! Your retreat sits atop a working bakery amidst a family farm in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. Minutes off highway 81, within 20 minutes of Lexington and Staunton. This getaway is perfect for the guest passing through or a family looking for a rural getaway. Enjoy the solitude of the country and the yield of a bakery! Custom made coffees delivered to your doorstep every morning! Check us out at Seasons' Yield Farm. Welcome!

Moonfire Farm cozy Shenandoah Region Getaway

Experience charm and nature at Moonfire Farm! Our finished basement on a 5-acre hobby farm offers delightful animal encounters with chickens, ducks, alpacas, and hilarious goats. Our active family of three, including our 7-year-old daughter Piper, welcomes you. High-speed Internet and nearby wineries, breweries, hiking trails, and pick-your-own fruit locations await you. Explore our guidebook for recommendations. Book now for a memorable farm getaway!