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Beautiful Historic Home Overlooking Shenandoah River and Blue Ridge Mountains

Beautiful Historic Home Overlooking Shenandoah River and Blue Ridge Mountains

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looking up to the house from the river road
Exterior
drone view of bend in river
North view from the porch
Porch overlooking river

Overview of Beautiful Historic Home Overlooking Shenandoah River and Blue Ridge Mountains

9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 93800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Check out the area

Boyce, VA
  • Popular LocationWatermelon Park Campground10 min drive
  • Popular LocationShenandoah University20 min drive
  • Popular LocationSummit Point Motorsports Park24 min drive
  • AirportWashington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)56 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful Historic Home Overlooking Shenandoah River and Blue Ridge Mountains

The Play Garden is a charming renovated country home nestled on 20 acres in the heart of Horse/Hunt country at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in historic Clarke County, Virginia. From the large veranda on top of the plateau you have the best view in the county of the bending Shenandoah River and there are up to 150 boxwoods of all varieties on the property. The house is surrounded by wineries and historic sites located an hour west of Washington, DC, 20 minutes west of Middleburg/Upperville, 20 minutes east of Winchester, 10 min from Millwood, and 10 min from Berryville. The main house which was built in 1908 has been in our family since 1920 and maintained with loving care. The adjacent guest house is more contemporary and has the 4th bedroom.

In addition to the view there is a swimming pool and total privacy from the outside world, with basically no houses in view. The main house has three bedrooms (two kings and twin beds), a sleeper sofa in the den, 4 baths (two full and two half) and a large kitchen with double oven, washer/dryer, etc while the adjacent guest house has one full bath, a king bedroom and 2 sleeper sofas. Both are tastefully furnished, including many antiques.

In the area you will be able to see and do the following (we have more info to send you upon booking):

- A multitude of wineries, breweries, distilleries
- Shenandoah River
- Sky Meadow Park
- Middleburg
- Salamander Resort and Spa
- Watermelon Park for canoeing , tubing, fishing (though we have 8 kayaks and our caretaker can assist with logistics)
- Burwell-Morgan Mill, an historic water wheel grist mill and the most original operating Mill in the country, circa 1792 that grinds wheat and corn. Grinding days on weekends during May- October
- Shenandoah National Park
- Blandy Experimental Farm and State Arboretum of Va.
- Skyline Caverns
- Harper's Ferry
- The Long Branch Historic House and Farm
- Red Fox Inn (oldest continuous Inn in the U.S. located in Middleburg)
- Berryville Monastery (opened to public)
- Bear's Den Trail, Raven Rocks Trail and Hollow Brook Trail
- Millwood village, Locke Store
- Red Schoolhouse Antiques along with many other antique shops within 25 minutes
- Clarke County Farmer's Market, May-Oct
- Mount Airy Farmer's Market, year around
- Shenandoah Seasonal Farm Stand, May -Oct
- Horse Trail riding , ask for details
- Wilson's Animal Park (great for kids)
- Barns of Rose Hill (great venue for music)
- Blue Ridge Hot Air Balloons
- Dinosaur Land (great for kids)
- Civil War Battlefield tours
- Revolutionary War sites
- Upperville Horse Show (oldest in the country)
- Golf , ask for details

Restaurants in the area:
- The Buttery, Millwood, Va.
- Ashby Inn and Restaurant, Paris, Va
- Hunter's Head Tavern, Upperville, Va
- The Berryville Grille, Berryville, Va
- Red Fox Inn, Berryville, Va
- L' Auberge Provencale, White Post, Va
- Hidden Horse Tavern, Middleburg, Va
- King Street Oyster Bar, Middleburg, Va
- Field and Main, Marshall, Va
- The Rail Stop, The Plains, Va
- Front Porch Market and Grill, The Plains, Va
- Girasole, The Plains, Va
- The Whole Ox, Marshall, Va
- Locke Store, Millwood, Va (great boutique food to take out or eat at Burwell-Morgan Mill meadow across the road)
- Camino Real Mexican, Berryville, Va
- Mario's Pizza, Berryville, Va (delivery)
- Fox Pizza, Berryville, Va (delivery)
- HorseShoe Curve (good bar with music as well) Bluemont, Va
- Sweet Nola's, Winchester, Va
- Union Jack Pub & Restaurant, Winchester, Va
- The Butcher Station, Winchester, Va
- Violino Ristorante, Winchester, Va
- Crush Bar, Winchester, Va
- Patsy's Pastry Pizzas, Winchester, Va





Keywords: House

Property manager

Will Robinson

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed
Max number 20, otherwise talk to owner

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
With pet fee and pet contract

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
SMOKING ALLOWED ON THE RIVER PORCH

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 16
Note from host: max number 20, otherwise talk to owner
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Boyce

Located in Boyce, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Burwell-Morgan Mill and Barns of Rose Hill are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Paris Barns and Virginia River Trips. Traveling with kids? Consider Dinosaur Land and Shen-Val Farm Market. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Watermelon Park Campground - 10 min drive
  • Shenandoah University - 20 min drive
  • Summit Point Motorsports Park - 24 min drive
  • Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races - 30 min drive
  • Bluemont Vineyard - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 13 min drive
  • McDonald's - 10 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 11 min drive
  • Cordial Coffee - 11 min drive
  • Fox's Pizza - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful Historic Home Overlooking Shenandoah River and Blue Ridge Mountains have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Beautiful Historic Home Overlooking Shenandoah River and Blue Ridge Mountains pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Historic Home Overlooking Shenandoah River and Blue Ridge Mountains?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Historic Home Overlooking Shenandoah River and Blue Ridge Mountains?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Historic Home Overlooking Shenandoah River and Blue Ridge Mountains located?

This family-friendly Boyce vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Shenandoah River, Duvall Designs Gallery and Burwell-Morgan Mill. State Arboretum of Virginia and Watermelon Park Campground are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bill D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best VRBO stay
We were extremely happy with our stay. The property was everything we hoped it would be, and communication with the host was excellent. Our best VRBO stay ever.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely time!
The pictures don’t do this wonderful place justice. The house has everything you need and the views/grounds are breathtaking. We were able to see 3 eagles soar over the river from the kitchen table. Totally recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rest and relaxation on the Shenandoah!
We absolutely LOVED our stay at the historic “Play Garden”, a house with great character and charm. Every summer my husband and I spend a week with my sister in law and brother in law to reconnect. We’ve rented many beautiful historic houses but this magical place is very special … just lovely, it truly was like staying at a friend’s house. Everything we needed was there: pans, dishes, glassware, spices, oils, tableclothes, great bed linens & towels, a brand new grill, kayaks and bikes, and the pool! Our favorite activity was to relax and dine on the front porch/veranda overlooking the bend in the Shenandoah River. The owner, Will, and caretaker, Ricky, were both very accessible via text and phone. This is a very well appointed historic house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Play Garden is Spectacular
Kyacking, relaxing on the veranda watching the river and beautiful sunrises and sunset. Flying our drone, special time with our son and daughter in law swimming and cooking wonderful meals together. We all had wonderful and enjoyable time to together in a very peaceful and beautiful setting together with every convenience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relax
Good time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Will Robinson

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I'm one of the family owners along my 4 cousins

Why they chose this property

In the family since 1920

What makes this property unique

The view of the river and Blue Ridge Mountains, the history and overall beauty and serenity of the area
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