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Respite from Reality

Holiday home in Madison with kitchen and patio

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Kitchen with a central island, stove, oven, and microwave, featuring a window above the sink and a door to another room.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a coffee maker and kettle, and take in the view from the window above the sink.
Situated in a lush forest, this cabin features a brick chimney, balcony, and wooden stairs leading to the entrance.
Relax in this inviting space with a flat-screen TV, comfortable sofa, and cozy bed.
Cozy warmth is at the heart of this classic stove, featuring ornate metalwork and a curved top.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 41400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Respite from Reality

Holiday home in Madison with kitchen and patio
Laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues are available at this smoke-free holiday home. The holiday home boasts a fireplace and offers free WiFi and a kitchen. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 1.5 bathrooms and a washing machine, and other amenities include a patio and a TV.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Property manager

Cheryl Johnson

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 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

Property is also known as

Respite From Reality Madison
Respite From Reality Private vacation home
Respite From Reality Private vacation home Madison

About the area

Map
Etlan, VA

What's nearby

  • DuCard Vineyards - 21 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Early Mountain Vineyards - 25 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Old Rag Mountain - 39 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Thorton Gap Entrance Shenandoah - 40 min drive - 42.8 km
  • Luray Caverns - 55 min drive - 62.1 km

Getting around

  • Culpeper Station - 30 min drive
  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shotwell Run Brew Co L - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ducard Vineyards - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Central Coffee Co. - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mill Valley Barbeques - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sparrows Rest - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Respite from Reality pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

Where is Respite from Reality located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Blue Quartz Winery and within 9 miles (15 km) of DuCard Vineyards and Sharp Rock Vineyards. Madison County Public Library and Lawrence Beasley Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Respite from Reality Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable & close to Old Rag

This place was comfortable and had a fully stocked kitchen and bathroom. I would stay here again for visits to Shenandoah.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

soo peaceful!

these hosts are incredible, friendly, accomodating to our requests and just generally all round great people! Thanks for a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tucked away

Nice cottage tucked away in the mountains. Close to amenities and the National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience!

Wonderful stay at the Cottages. We chose it since it was close to Old Rag and White Oak Canyon trailheads. Place was very clean. Exceptional hosts. Would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erica D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Getaway

This was a great family getaway for us. We had a great time in this cozy cottage. The home was clean and we had access to everything we needed. Internet was spotty but if you need to disconnect and be present with your family, this is a great place to go. We will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robin A., Scottsville, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Cottage in the Woods

We had the pleasure of staying in the cottage the first weekend in October while we were part of the Graves Mountain Apple Festival. The cottage was situated on a lovely property surrounded by trees. Every amenity was well thought out - from toiletry items, plenty of paper products and towels, coffee and tea, even breakfast!! It was very clean, the beds were comfortable and if we had time, there were games to be enjoyed. Cozy and quiet, it was the perfect place for us to rest after long days. We were thankful to have great lodging nearby and would love to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well-stocked home

This home was filled with tons of kitchen items, towels, games, blankets, etc. Owners were responsive and friendly. Special considerations were made for our pets. I would definitely rent again next time I'm in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and Quaint Cottage, perfect for Old Rag hikers

Tons of extra amenities including coffee. Located really close to Blue Quartz winery in case you want an afternoon or evening glass. Also perfect driving distance for if you want a hike to Lower Oak White Falls or Old Rag! I had a wonderful stay! Side note: Do not trust google maps, you’re looking for the waypoint “Horse Dreams Come True” - the route almost lead me to the adjacent property. Also I recommend bringing a flashlight or headlamp if you arrive in the dark.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Ankita V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Nice but had some address issue

The property was nice but we had difficult time finding it as the address was wrong on VRBO and there was no phone signal in the neighborhood to call the owner. We thought the breakfasts was hot served but its all frozen food so you have to cook it by yourself. I am not a big fan of frozen food. Overall the property was nice and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage in the foothills, Thoughtfully Equipped

NO problems whatsoever finding the cottage; GoogleMaps brought us straight to the property. Spouse and I (plus small-ish hound dog) enjoyed a perfect getaway in this clean, pleasant, pet-friendly country cottage in the foothills of the Blue Ridge. We have never stayed in a better-equipped vacation rental home. Hosts Mike and Cheryl go above and beyond to make sure you don't have to bring your own (insert whatever you thought a vacation rental home would lack here). Nice sheets/pillows/blankets? On nice mattresses? Check. Abundant good towels, including kitchen hand towels? Check. Memory foam dog bed? Yup. Clothes-washing detergent and dryer sheets in the laundry room? Check. Cheryl placed spices in the cabinets, including flour and powdered sugar. Wine glasses and two mini bottles of wine, thoughtful and generous. We ordered cereal and juice in advance at no extra cost; another thoughtful touch. Appreciated the Britta-filtered pitcher of water in the fridge, alongside jam, honey, ketchup and mustard. The Kuerig has a complete assortment of coffee/tea/hot chocolate. Internet that works, two decent-sized flat screens w/Roku, and a very comfortable sofa sectional for downtime. The A/C is quiet, efficient, icy cold, and easily adjusted – darn nice during August! There are even a small pair of binoculars on a shelf in case you forgot yours. Wildlife watching is excellent; we heard owls and woodpeckers in the trees, saw deer and a flock of wild turkeys. This property is so quiet that, sitting outside at dusk, we could hear bats chirping and squeaking overhead as they emerged from the nearby hills. Magical.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin in the woods for family hiking and biking getaway. Breakfast included. Amazing hosts.

We had an amazing, very active and at the same time very relaxing 3 day family getaway in this cozy, very clean and very well equipped 2 story cabin in the woods. Perfect size for a family of 4. The owners go far and beyond to make you feel welcomed and truly taken care off. They were very sweet to accommodate our very specific check-in and check-out requests. The owners left us a beautiful Easter Lily live flower arrangement on the kitchen table and a box of local hand made chocolates as a welcome Easter gift. The property was spotless clean and the owners left us light everywhere for our late night check in. We had a choice of large variety of breakfast items that was included with our stay that were brought to the cabin for us. If you want to cook your own meals the kitchen is equipped gas stove and a microwave. There was a pitcher with fresh filtered water in the fridge. Kitchen is well stoked up with a capsule coffee maker with large selection of capsules , spices, salt, paper and everything you might need for cooking. There are set of dishes sufficient for a family of 4. Please note that there is no dishwasher, so please prepaid to do your own dishes or bring paper plates. The first floor of the house has a large living area with TV, couches and a gas stove. There is a king bed on the first floor, a powder room and a laundry room with washer and dryer. The second floor of the house has kitchen, smaller living room with TV and 2 very large bean bag chairs, full bathroom with shower and a private bedroom with queen size bed. In front of the house there is a patio with large table, 4 chairs and umbrella - perfect for having family meals outside. There is a brand new grill as well. The owners gave us excellent suggestions about interesting and challenging family bicycle rides looping right from the property and local hikes. They also gave great us tips on the local vineries. This is a great place for family getaway! Very short drive to epic local hikes such as Old Rag mountain, great place for long bicycle rides and trips to local vineries. You can do horse back riding at the Graves farm, or go on a mountain bicycle runes on the same trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Our stay was perfect. It was a great location to graves mountain lodge. The cabin had a very homey feel to it, and had everything we could possibly need. Owners were very accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Franco A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, quiet, comfortable home in the hills of Va

Overall everything was very comfortable, comfy, and to our hopes/expectations. The only downside was on on the part of VRBO's booking system, as the dates appeared to be available and the prices were different than what we were charged. Luckily, Cheryl was more than accommodating and patient with the discrepancies, and I hope VRBO rectifies the discrepancies. She was a lovely host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

The cabin was amazing, close to the National park for hiking and climbing and Cheryl and her husband were lovely and helpful hosts. As noted previously there’s little to no cell service and the internet can be touchy, but other than that the bed was comfy, the kitchen WELL stocked with all the little things you might need as well as and array of cooking/kitchen items. There’s not much by way of food/restaurants in the area that are open later than 7p… i mostly ate what I had there, but if you’re an earlier eater there’s a town about 12 mins away with options. Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph I., Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location to Shenandoah NP

Clean and quiet. Communication was great. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Marc M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Escape from suburban life

Good little spot out of the business of the city. Kids loved seeing some deer in the woods and the beanbags were a big hit for both kids and dog. Thanks Cheryl!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful place to stay!

I stayed with a dear friend this weekend. We wanted to spend time hiking and checking out Shenandoah NP. We also were close enough to visit the White Oak Lavender Farm about an hour away and thoroughly enjoyed it. At the Cottage, we met the host who was gracious and accommodating. The property is beautiful. We enjoyed the grill and picnic table as well as beanbag chairs in the upstairs family room. The kitchen was well appointed and we really enjoyed the breakfast choices. Highly recommend for a place to use as home base for SNP, local wineries/breweries and a relaxing place to rest.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021