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Stay in history at the Swannanoa Gatekeeper Cottage, a cozy mountain retreat beside Swannanoa Palace. Enjoy timeless charm, modern comforts, and easy access to wineries, breweries, hiking trails, and wedding venues.

2.0 star property
Cottage with kitchen, near Shenandoah National Park

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Located close to Shenandoah National Park, Stay in history at the Swannanoa Gatekeeper Cottage, a cozy mountain retreat beside Swannanoa Palace. Enjoy timeless charm, modern comforts, and easy access to wineries, breweries, hiking trails, and wedding venues. has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

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2 bedrooms1 bathroom1152 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stay in history at the Swannanoa Gatekeeper Cottage, a cozy mountain retreat beside Swannanoa Palace. Enjoy timeless charm, modern comforts, and easy access to wineries, breweries, hiking trails, and wedding venues.

Cottage with kitchen, near Shenandoah National Park
This smoke-free cottage features barbecues. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a patio. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

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

  • Unit size: 1,152 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

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About the area

Located in Lyndhurst, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Waynesboro Heritage Museum and Wayne Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include War Fields and Wildlife Center of Virginia. Ready for a night out? Consider Hermitage Hill Farm & Stables and Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards.
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Afton, VA

What's nearby

  • Blue Ridge Parkway North Entrance - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Swannanoa Palace - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Rockfish Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Veritas Vineyard and Winery - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Afton Mountain Vineyards - 11 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Staunton Station - 20 min drive
  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Basic City Beer Co. - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Estate Of Captain G Wilson - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Happ Coffee Roasters - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blue Mountain Brewery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪New Ming Garden Buffet and Grill - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay in history at the Swannanoa Gatekeeper Cottage, a cozy mountain retreat beside Swannanoa Palace. Enjoy timeless charm, modern comforts, and easy access to wineries, breweries, hiking trails, and wedding venues. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stay in history at the Swannanoa Gatekeeper Cottage, a cozy mountain retreat beside Swannanoa Palace. Enjoy timeless charm, modern comforts, and easy access to wineries, breweries, hiking trails, and wedding venues.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay in history at the Swannanoa Gatekeeper Cottage, a cozy mountain retreat beside Swannanoa Palace. Enjoy timeless charm, modern comforts, and easy access to wineries, breweries, hiking trails, and wedding venues.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stay in history at the Swannanoa Gatekeeper Cottage, a cozy mountain retreat beside Swannanoa Palace. Enjoy timeless charm, modern comforts, and easy access to wineries, breweries, hiking trails, and wedding venues. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Swannanoa Palace and Shenandoah National Park. Blue Ridge Parkway North Entrance and War Fields are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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