Shadow Mountain Escape is a hidden Gem, as is Karen Riddle. Every detail, from the moment we…read morearrived, until the moment we left, was absolutely perfect. There are certain people that find their calling in life, and believe me, Karen has found hers providing a beautiful one stop destination/ultimate private elopement venue along with handling every aspect of our wedding (flowers, wedding cake, vows, officiant, venue, and beautiful photos). We were blown away and are so happy we chose Shadow Mountain Escape, and Karen Riddle for our special day!! We will be back.

SME is the kind of place that's so special, you want to keep it all to yourself, but can't help but…read moretell everyone you know about it! It is the coziest little getaway in Luray situated on an absolutely beautiful property. There are five cabins in total that are intended to be a couple's getaway, so the property is always very quiet and peaceful. It feels very connected to nature- we've seen deer very close to each of the structures when we've stayed. We've had the pleasure of staying in the Dragonfly, Bumblebee, and Ladybug cabins and have really enjoyed each one- they all have a similar feel but are built slightly differently. This time around, we were in the Bumblebee cabin, which is quite spacious and shares a structure with the Dragonfly cabin. There was a gas fireplace and a TV downstairs where we spent most of our time reading; there was also a couch upstairs in the hallway outside of the bedroom, and a cute balcony we probably would have spent time on if it was warmer! It is absolutely the kind of place where you can just stay in your cabin the entire time you're there, but it's also located pretty close to Sperryville and downtown Luray if you're looking to venture out. To fully take advantage of SME, I'd recommend bringing your own food or groceries to cook- there's not a whole lot close by (which is part of the charm!), but the kitchen is well-equipped with a microwave, oven, and stovetop. There's a pizza place that delivers right to the cabins, which is nice- honestly, the pizza isn't very good, but it's nice to have the option. There are also bottles of wine available for purchase in your cabin, which is nice to have available. You won't meet two nicer people than the owners of SME, Karen and Ralph. It is so clear how much they love SME and sharing their love of the property, which reflects their travels through Europe, with those who stay there. There will always be a delicious baked treat from Karen waiting in your cabin when you arrive, and if you're lucky, she or Ralph will show you around the property and tell you about the structures, all of which were built by Ralph and designed by them both. They are so friendly and kindhearted and make it such a special place to stay. As just one example- it snowed one of the nights we stayed, and Ralph cleared off our car without us even asking. SME feels so calm and peaceful- it's a true VA oasis. We're already planning our next trip back!

I absolutely recommend this place! It was secluded and had an amazing view. The house, hot tub and…read moregrounds were well kempt. Our adult family of four stayed for six days, and it was a little tight but far from uncomfortable. We played horseshoes in the yard, ate s'mores, did some awesome hiking behind the house, which happens to be right on the edge of the national park (beware the nettles and getting lost), canoeing, the Luray Caverns, hiking in the national park, local dining, and we spent a ton of time in the hot-tub. I recommend all of it. Things to be aware of: the beds are not large, this place is secluded, and the driveway is a steep, gravel switchback.

The cutest vacation home rental right near the heart of town in Luray - Both the exterior +…read moreinterior of the home were so cozy! We went down for a girls weekend and absolutely loved it. There were 3 nicely sized rooms with comfy queen beds and 2 full baths. The decor in every single room was adorable and my friends all loved it, no matter the room we slept in. We really appreciated the small touches like the coffee station, cocktail set, and lots of comfy throw blankets provided! It was cold when we visited, but the backyard had the best patio and fire pit set up too! Our host/the owner was also so kind and helpful. Definitely recommend this place for the price compared to the other rentals in town!!

My review can't speak to the booking process as I was just a guest on a visit planned by someone…read moreelse but I will speak to the experience of finding the Amazing Grace Getaway and staying here! My family and I stayed here for a weekend to celebrate my brother's birthday and it was the coziest, cutest place for a family getaway! Huge +1 for the pool table in the house, we created some core memories here and had an awesome game night/ movie night after all our hiking and enjoying the beautiful scenery of Shenandoah. Not to mention, the stars from the deck are INCREDIBLE! The Amazing Grace Getaway offers tons of space for the family, lots of outdoor balconies/ decks, a fully stocked and beautiful kitchen, to name a few! All while being super clean and cozy! Will definitely consider coming back and staying here in the future!

We received an email prior to our arrival with detailed instructions about the check-in process…read more The owner is available to answer questions and providing thoughtful recommendations for our stay. Briar Laine house is beautifully decorated and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We especially loved the spacious living room open into the kitchen. Perfect for a family gathering. And the game room is a fun space for all ages to enjoy with board games, cards and a foosball table. We really appreciated the extra touches like fresh towels and a welcome basket. Great location for exploring Luray, walking distance to restaurants and shops.

Great place! Highly recommend can't go wrong for choosing Briar Laine House. It's in a great…read morelocation, beautiful house well decorated with all the necessities you would need plus more. A place to relax inside and out. Its a place to have a big family gathering or just a room for two as well For a short weekend getaway. Very clean. Great parking Walking distance to small shops, restaurants. Will definitely visit again. Plan a trip soon you want regret.

My stay at the Adams River House was great! The house was spacious and beautiful just like the…read morepictures if not better. The grounds for Allstar and Outlanders were huge and I wish I knew more about it before my visit. We didn't have time to check out the river area & activities. The views were amazing. My group and I loved the hot tub and the firepit. The staff were great & really helpful.  They give you a list of items to pack -- but we did not realize 'extra' toilet paper and towels meant bring our own supply. Not a huge deal, we had to make a walmart run anyway.

We stayed at the nest cabin The area is beautiful…read more It was very clean and pleasant I would like to recommend the owners replace the mattresses in both rooms My husband and I tried them both It was like sleeping on a gravel driveway with a blanket thrown over it But the rest of the cabin was great We enjoyed it