Historical home, walkable to many restaurants and shops.

Luray, Virginia
$180 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 4

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Night 1 nights

Min Stay

A great mix of cottage/farmhouse/boho-chic style is what you will find in The House in Luray. It's a quaint laid back light filled get away space with a mix of colors, patterns and textures. I am a designer and really enjoy bringing out the best properties have to offer. This was a challenging project to do with many moments of let’s see where this takes us in deciding exactly how to custom design this early 1900's simple home. So it’s built in 1913. As is common in homes of thisera there was only one bathroom and it is located on the first floor with the 2 bedrooms being on the 2nd level. So please be aware of that when you are booking. Other things to note is the house is located across the street from the Historical Green Hill cemetery which dates back to 1877. And on the other sides are a few tombstones dating back even before 1877. The kitchen does not have a dishwasher but is equipped for meal prep and multi night stays.

Overall the best thing about The House in Luray is the walkable location to many restaurants, shops, the movie theatre and Hawksbill brewery as well as the nice walking trail thru town The Hawksbill Greenway. So need to move your car to enjoy all Luray has to offer.

When you arrive park in the graveled parking area beside the house and enter from the side porch where a keypad is located on the yellow door for your convenience. You will find a very open floor plan on the first floor with a kitchen, dining and living area. Mosaic tiled backsplash, butcher countertops, wood floors, neutral colors with a bit of pop here and there and wood ceilings are many of the highlights.

We provide some basic dishes and cooking items however you will need to bring groceries, condiments etc.. if you are planning on utilizing the kitchen. We do provide a keurig and a small supply of pods and condiments for coffee, There is a toaster, mixer and microwave available for guests use. There are ice cube trays in the freezer.

The dining room seats 4 and the adjoining living room has ample seating comfortably for 4. The tv is internet only no cable or direct tv -you are welcome to use any apps you may have.

Around the corner In the hallway is a dresser which holds guests towels and you will find a hair dryer and basic toiletries in the nearby bathroom.

Upstairs is a small bedroom with full sized bed. In the closet you will find 2 luggage racks. check out the barn door on this bedroom. It was found in the barn on our country farm. You will also see a long ago repair patch in the hardwood floor made out of an old coffee can. Just too unique to remove.

Adjacent to that bedroom is a good sized bedroom with queen mattress. Also 2 luggage racks in the closet for your convenience. A desk/dresser and a chair. We provide a standup fan in the bedroom as well.

Take a break out on the side porch with a cup of coffee or a glass of wine. Its covered, so even on rainy days there's a dry space. Since the studio vacation rental next door is 2 feet from the house we have added layers of privacy without taking away from the openness of the porch. Aerial photos of the property provided in our photo book show the location of the studio to the house.

Parking is in the gravel parking area next to the house. There is room for 2 automobiles and there is also parking on the street on DeFord Ave. These areas are shared with the studio. ( trash pick up day is Wednesday morning early between 6-7 so if trash cans are out on the street please do not park near them)

Besides the charm of The House in Luray is its convenient location to many attractions in downtown Luray. The Hawksbill Brewery is just a 3 minute walk and around the other corner 5 minutes away is Baby Moons Bakery and Moon Shadows Restaurant.

Downtown shops and the Luray Greenway walking trail is also just a short walk away. You are less than 10 minutes away from Shoppers Value Foods and the Luray Shopping Center.

Most importantly it is a great neighborhood where you can walk around and see many houses with styles from the early 1900's to the 1960's from Victorians, to craftsman, and cottages, old lumber businesses and warehouses. The Art Gallery and the Luray Visitor center, which was once a train station for the Norfolk and Western Railroad and now has a museum in honor of the railroad is also within walking distance. The railroad still travels thru the town multiple times a day. The historic Greenhill Cemetery is right across the street from the house and of the 2500 graves in the cemetery, 500 are thought to be unmarked, identified only by depressions. The cemetery turns 140 years old this year. Google the cemetery and you will find some interesting stories.

The town of Luray still has a volunteer fire department and they still alert the community and their members by sounding of the alarm. It is a loud siren. I have added a white noise machine in the bedroom as many B and B’s in town as well as other short term rentals have complained but they refuse to discontinue that practice.

As I mentioned the train runs thru town a couple of times during the day as well as a night. It can also be heard from the property and anywhere in the town of Luray.


Luray Caverns and all the amenities they offer are 1.6 miles away and the entrance to Shenandoah National Park at Thornton Gap Entrance (211 east) is 35 minutes away.
The Shenandoah River which travels through the county is also nearby. Beautiful Lake Arrowhead is 15 minutes away and offers views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Amenities include, swimming, hiking, picnic areas, fishing and kayak and canoe rentals. You can check out their website on townofluray.com

We would love to have you experience our home and hope you find it to be just the place you need to be while visiting the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Smoke Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1040 Sq Ft (97 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 100+ Mbps (good For 1–2 People Or Up To 6 Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Garden Outdoor Furniture Porch Or Lanai
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Smart TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center In The Mountains
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Gravel Flooring In Public Areas Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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Review Review

  • Elizabeth

    Submitted Sep 12, 2024

    Stayed Sep 4, 2024

    We loved our stay in Luray. Perfect jumping off point for our daily hikes in Shenandoah National Park. The house was located within walking distance from shops and restaurants in Luray too. Hooray for Luray!

  • Karen

    Submitted Apr 14, 2024

    Stayed Apr 12, 2024

    Quaint cottage with comfortable living space and bonus outdoor lounge chairs to enjoy an afternoon book. The property is within 30 mins of hiking trails in Shenandoah National Park. We really appreciated the ability to get to Main Street high end restaurants and an ice cream shop that had delicious flavor choices. We enjoyed ourselves and the owner was quick responding to questions.

  • CYNTHIA

    Submitted Feb 9, 2023

    Stayed Feb 3, 2023

    We have never stayed in a rental like this before. It was wonderful!! We always stay in hotels but if we ever need a place in Luray again we will definitely try to stay here again. I just can't put how great a place this is into words. Thanks so much!!

  • Valerie B.

    Submitted Apr 12, 2026

    Stayed Apr 9, 2026

    It was cute and perfect for our girls weekend trip! Lots of restaurants and shops within walking distance.

  • Megan T.

    Submitted Apr 4, 2026

    Stayed Apr 2, 2026

    House was clean and well stocked. Loved the way the owners renovated an older home keeping the charm but still being very comfortable. Kids loved it too!

  • Dawn M.

    Submitted Mar 26, 2026

    Stayed Mar 19, 2026

    Dawn was an incredible host. The house was so perfect for our Mother/ Daughters weekend.Easy walk around town to everything.Thank you We will definitely rent again

  • Nicky T.

    Submitted Mar 12, 2026

    Stayed Mar 11, 2026

    This is a very charming property and walkable to lots of cute shopping and the River Walk. We had a little hiccup at check in and it was taken care of so promptly!

  • Nicole G.

    Submitted Jan 2, 2026

    Stayed Dec 31, 2025

    Very cute house with lots of charm. Beds were comfortable. Host responded to messages quickly.

  • Gianluca M.

    Submitted Nov 30, 2025

    Stayed Nov 26, 2025

    This immaculately clean and coy home has a very well equipped kitchen. We were able to cook the meals we wanted to with ease . There were many thoughtful details throughout the home to make our stay extra comfortable. The location was perfect for everything we planed to do in the area. The host went above and beyond in communicating and helping out when we had a small issue .

  • Amanda M.

    Submitted Nov 19, 2025

    Stayed Nov 15, 2025

    Dawn was responsive when questions were asked and the home was clean and cozy. Thanks so much!

  • Sally D.

    Submitted Oct 23, 2025

    Stayed Oct 22, 2025

    Wonderful stay. Beautiful house. Very comfortable. Had a great time.

  • Robert P.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2025

    Stayed Sep 26, 2025

    Nicely decorated and very clean.

  • Ric N.

    Submitted Sep 23, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    Beautiful little cozy home. Was disappointed that the bath was on a different level than the bedrooms. Difficult for older people. Bath was a bit outdated. Home was well equipped and very clean. Location was great for the wedding activities.

  • Emily S.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2025

    Stayed Sep 4, 2025

    We really enjoyed our stay! Great and clean space!

  • Jessica B.

    Submitted Aug 28, 2025

    Stayed Aug 21, 2025

    The location was fantastic, and communication with Dawn was excellent! We had a small hiccup with the central AC, but she immediately went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable, arranging alternate sleeping accommodations and having the issue resolved before we returned from our excursions the very next day. She also shared great recommendations for dining and things to do in the area and even let us know about the county fair happening during our stay, which was such a fun bonus.Helpful notes for future visitors:Most shops open around 10 a.m. and close between 3–5 p.m., with many closed on Sundays.Restaurants typically close between 9–10:30 p.m., so plan accordingly. We discovered this after returning late from a hike, but luckily Rancho Viejo Mexican Grill & Cantina was still open—and it was excellent! The service was fast, the California burrito was enormous and delicious, and the prices were very reasonable.Gathering Grounds is a must for coffee lovers and also offers great breakfast.If you plan to visit the Chop House Bistro, make reservations early—slots fill up quickly.Overall, we couldn’t have asked for a better host or a better location for our stay!

  • Matthew A.

    Submitted Aug 6, 2025

    Stayed Aug 4, 2025

    Very easy check in, lots of details about opening the front door so we felt confident getting in! House was easy to find. Smell of cigarettes when we entered was unpleasant (and the host was rather defensive when i mentioned it) but it cleared with opening windows and i found air freshener in the bathroom. House had everything we could need for our stay and felt clean. Soft, comfortable bed. All light switches and lots of other things labelled to make it easy. No blackout curtains so bring an eye mask if you need darkness in the summer. I slept through the passing train noise overnight but it did wake our son once. Checkout straightforward. I thanked the host in a message and received yes as the only reply which I found odd. Location is fantastic, walkable to everything in the town. Check out Broad Porch for breakfast, excellent coffee and food! We'd stay here again.

  • Sarah A.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2025

    Stayed Jul 24, 2025

    We loved the charm of the house, proximity to Shenandoah, and the ability to walk into the town of Luray!

  • Andrew C.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2025

    Stayed Jul 15, 2025

    Cool and comfortable place. Comfortable bed. Easy walk to the brewery. Loved our stay!

  • William O.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2025

    Stayed Jul 27, 2025

    Cozy met our needs

  • Ashish N.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    It’s nice play to stay for visiting Shenandoah NP and Luray Caves. Clean house, good for 4person

  • Joe & Mary F.

    Submitted May 29, 2025

    Stayed May 26, 2025

    While it is an older building it had charm. It was just right for us sisters to enjoy some time together. Quiet area and easy access to the Main Street and shops.

  • Jaymi F.

    Submitted May 5, 2025

    Stayed Apr 20, 2025

    This was a great place to stay while exploring Shenandoah and Luray Caverns.

  • Rachel C.

    Submitted Apr 19, 2025

    Stayed Apr 13, 2025

    Such a charming little house in a great location. Walking distance to restaurants and shops and short drive to the caverns. We really enjoyed our visit. The check in process was easy and the place was clean and inviting. Would definitely stay again.

  • Ashley T.

    Submitted Apr 13, 2025

    Stayed Apr 12, 2025

    House was great and super comfortable/cute. within walking distance of Luray Main Street and all the restaurants we wanted to check out. Also only 5 min drive from the caverns. It is right across from a cemetery, which you can see from inside, looking out the windows. Just to be aware of if that’s not your style. Sheets were very soft and pillows were really nice. Everything - parking, check-in, check-out, location was super easy. And helped make for a great stay

  • Sue S.

    Submitted Mar 24, 2025

    Stayed Mar 22, 2025

    My daughter and I stayed in this charming little home. Decorated with a mix of modern and antiques . Very comfortable, quiet and walkable to the Main Street. Would definitely recommend.

  • Elizabeth K.

    Submitted Dec 1, 2024

    Stayed Nov 29, 2024

    Hubby and I were in town for a wedding with our 21 year old son. We were walking distance from some great local stops and just a short drive from anything we needed and plenty to do. Next trip we’d like to take advantage of hiking options we didn’t have time for this trip. Sooooo much better than a hotel, this place is loaded with character and comfort touches a plenty and provided everyone a nice balance of privacy and togetherness! Great stay!

  • Susan W.

    Submitted Nov 14, 2024

    Stayed Nov 11, 2024

    Very comfortable and well appointed. Loved the location because it is a short walk to restaurants and Main Street. I’d stay here again!

  • Josie H Y.

    Submitted Oct 24, 2024

    Stayed Oct 15, 2024

    The house is very conveniently located to Luray cavern and Shenandoah national park where my family visited during our mini vacation!

  • Laura B.

    Submitted Oct 3, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    Cute little house very close to restaurants and attractions. Easy parking.

  • Tina E.

    Submitted Sep 26, 2024

    Stayed Sep 12, 2024

    Within walking distance of bars and restaurants in downtown Luray. Within easy driving distance of Luray Caverns and Shenandoah National Park.

  • KEVIN M.

    Submitted Aug 17, 2024

    Stayed Aug 9, 2024

    Very cozy and clean. Beautiful location and convenient to local attractions. The host was very helpful.

  • Lisa K.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2024

    Stayed Aug 14, 2024

    My husband and I decided to take a quick trip to the caverns and I chose this house because I love the character of older homes. The pictures don’t do it justice! The charm and decor, along with the modern renovations made this farmhouse MORE than perfect! It was centrally located within walking distance to restaurants, a brewery and many small specialty shops that we fell in love with. We will definitely be back for a longer stay next time!

  • Mary H.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2024

    Stayed Jul 19, 2024

    Absolutley adorable little home. We planned for 4 guests but only had 2. We would all fit comfortably. Quiet area and very close to the main street. We took an evening walk and enjoyed the peaceful area. Communication was easy with quick responses. The house is well maintained and has clean and simple vibe.

  • Kim W.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2024

    Stayed Jul 15, 2024

    Great location to town and also to the Shenandoah National Park. Loved being able to walk to our dinners and for some ice cream :)

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