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Adorable Cabin at Trout-Stocked Paddy Run Surrounded by GWNF and Hiking Trails

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Star Tannery

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Property grounds
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Star Tannery, VA
  • Place, Lost River
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Shenandoah River
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Belle Grove Plantation
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the area

Star Tannery

In Star Tannery .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of George Washington National Forest and 12 miles (20 km) of North Mountain Vineyard and Winery. J. Allen Hawkins Community Park is within 16 miles (25 km) and Shenandoah County Park is within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lost River - 22 min drive - 27.4 km
  • Valerie Hill Winery - 26 min drive - 32.1 km
  • Shenandoah River - 26 min drive - 30.9 km
  • Belle Grove Plantation - 28 min drive - 34.9 km
  • Winchester Medical Center - 36 min drive - 48.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Mack’s Bingo - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬29 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Adorable Cabin at Trout-Stocked Paddy Run Surrounded by GWNF and Hiking Trails

Welcome to the Dudley at Half Moon. The name reflects our grandfather who built the cabin and aptly describes the face of Half Moon Mountain seen from the property. View our companion cabin the Chester at Half Moon (an adjoining tract) or utilize both for two family vacations!

This updated two story modest cabin is perfect for your getaway! The cabin features an open floor plan and is perfect for a couple's romantic weekend, a group of friends, or for family gatherings! The 58 acre grounds offer you plenty of space to unplug and enjoy a cabin version of "glamping".

Our Vision:

Stop at Strasburg Food Lion or Woodbine Farm Market for groceries on the way in and cook nice dinners in a fully equipped kitchen. We provide spices and some condiments so you don't have to. Enjoy dinner on the covered front porch. Make homemade pasta with the pasta maker. Or unwind with a glass of wine (a complimentary bottle is provided) in the outdoor Pavilion.

The next morning, relax with french press coffee or expresso (we provide!) on the front porch at sun up and watch the deer graze after a sound night of sleep in our comfortable and luxurious beds. You'll never get a better night's sleep. Or walk the property as the sun is coming up - it truly is stunning.

Put dinner in the crockpot and spend the day at a local winery or enjoy nearby hiking (you can throw a rock to the GWNF). Vance's Cove is a short walk away. Paddy Gap (a stocked trout stream - please check the VDWR website) runs through the property - bring fish home for dinner on the grill. Visit Shenandoah National Park or the Archery Camp not far away.

After dinner, lie around in the evening in our fully reclining seating to watch movies or play games on the card table. Cable TV allows access to a full selection of channels and to keep up with the world - although you won't want to. A pool/ping pong table provides hours of fun for the competitive. Or settle in with a good read from our stocked book case.

Walk the paths for a gorgeous view of Half Moon; first thing in the morning with fog rolling off the fields (coffee in hand) is the MOST spectacular.

Nature and wildlife are all around. Listen to the whippoorwills call at night, or view the brightly lit stars. Eagles, hawks and bluebirds to name a few. Fishers (a mustelid mammal) and turkeys add to the list of wildlife not seen in the city!

The water sometimes (rarely) has a sulfuric smell and although treated, we personally prefer not to drink for coffee, drinking, etc.... Please be prepared to bring water and paper products you will need- we do share what we have but only in base amounts. Alternately, feel free to leave yours behind.

Please know we are a family who enjoys sharing our property with you and ask you return the property to us in the same condition as it was provided. We ask you remove your own garbage. Because this ask has not always been respected, we do ask for a trash removal fee if you do not. We also ask please do not invite guests or bring pets if not included in the reservation. Due to the remote location, we do have security on the exterior of the home to monitor the driveways

The property is gorgeous and quiet so allow the stresses of the city to fall away. You will hate to leave and want to return soon - just 1 hour from Northern Virginia!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
All trash must be removed from the property no later than the time of departure, please include grill grease and food in the refrigerator.
No RVs allowed on the property, no reservations from within a 50 mile radius. Please return our home to us in the same condition as provided to you.
NO food outside - wildlife is around! Due to proximity of the National Forest, as well as high winds, no fires outside please.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

All trash must be removed from property no later than the time of departure, please include used grill foil and food in the refrigerator.
No RVs allowed on the property; no reservations from within a 50 mile radius. Please return our home to us in the same condition as provided to you.
NO food outside - wildlife is around! Due to proximity to the National Forest, as well as high winds, no fires please outside of the grill.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Adorable Cabin at Trout-Stocked Paddy Run Surrounded by GWNF and Hiking Trails Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 217 out of 245 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 245 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 245 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 245 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 245 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is magical, and just what the doctor ordered. Don’t hesitate if you are deciding on coming here, I can’t recommend it enough. It has everything you need, including plenty of space to spread out, both inside and out. And also a great place to take dogs - ours loved it! It’s definitely one of the top places I’ve booked. Can’t wait to come back again. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was great as usual. We got some great pictures of the northern lights!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was very welcoming and responded quickly with any questions I had. House was clean. Great place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was cute and quiet. We enjoyed hanging out on the porch to see the beautiful fall view and it was a great base from which we went to see the Skyline and Luray Caverns. The pool table was a fun bonus! There is a bedroom with a queen bed on the top level and a “bunkroom” on the lower level with: a queen bed attached to a bunk bed containing three twin beds, and two big sofas (one of which is a pullout queen bed). We loved being able to gather as a family and the hosts were very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria D.

Liked: Cleanliness
We're already thinking about our next return! If you're looking for seclusion and direct hiking access, this is it.Pros:- ample throw blankets made the space super cozy- plentiful comfortable seating - lots of cookware, but be prepared to bring your own sharp knives - on-site entertainment w/ ping pong, billiards, frisbee golf- mostly freshly mowed, open yard space - perfect place to bring your pup (bowls and stand included, gate on deck)Cons:- ping pong balls were unusable, so we had to buy our own - some of the puzzles were very old and missing pieces- bunk beds were more comfortable than the actual bed- streaming services unavailable on older TVs Things to note:- 1br and an open sleeping space in the basement, not 2 br - I wouldn't count on fishing 100% of the year, as the water levels were much too low - Prepare to be unplugged, as there was little to no cell service and wifi was on the slower end - Would be nice to have a porch/entryway light
Stream accessible via trail towards GWJNF
Overlooking front yard
Trail leading to GWJNF
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

brandy l., Hume Va

Liked: Cleanliness
This was our second stay at this property. It was very clean and well stocked. We enjoyed every minute of our stay. Our children and dogs love exploring the fields, trails and fishing. Even though it rained half of our trip we still had plenty to do. Between playing pool, sitting on the covered porch or just curling up watching a good movie, it was great!!! Hope to return again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brittany M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall we enjoyed our stay. A lot of bugs inside the property though so that made us a bit uncomfortable. Some are to be expected but for us it was a bit much. Would have appreciated extra paper towels, trash bags and toilet paper available in the house. There was 1 additional role in the house and no additional trash bags. I knew we had to remove our trash from the property but wasn’t aware we also needed to bring trash bags. Thankfully we had a few grocery bags with us from when we arrived. Just minor inconveniences.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness
My husband and I rented this gem for 3 nights to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary. We were thrilled with the remote location! It was exactly what we were looking for. Our 4 legged pooch enjoyed his stay as well. The owner even had a neighbor deliver some goodies from a local bakery to celebrate our special anniversary. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was just as explained! The host was quick responding, hospitable and super kind! Beautiful location with tons to do. Two very enthusiastic thumbs up!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

J C.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jenn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
My sixth stay here! Love it
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the property, very peaceful. We enjoyed the game room and walking the property. Host was very helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property is beautiful and well stocked. We had a blast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd P.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a great cabin. We'll be sure to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden Gem

Everything was wonderful and it has that quality of making you feel comfortable and right at home the minute you walk in.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay.

Amazing stay and amazing property. Has all kinds of things to keep entertained and tons of comfortable places to relax. Nice and peaceful and the host was great with communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very cute and quaint

Lovely cabin indeed. VERY remote! Quiet and screne. Listed as a 2 bedroom but there's not really a 2nd bedroom. The basement has beds in it but not private. They're tucked in like a little alcove but still a cute cabin! The pool table was definitely a plus!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views and scenery all around! The house is so lovey decorated with high-end furniture and linens to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie G., Lancaster County, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Birder's paradise! My Merlin app identified 51 unique birds. We come back to the cabin again and again. It is a great place to unwind and escape from a busy life.Carla is a wonderful and responsive host. We will be back!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great stay!

Wonderful location, beautiful as always. Looking forward to our next trip.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shytianna T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Getaway

This house was exactly what we were looking for. We wanted a nice, secluded getaway and that’s what we got.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noah J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect get away

This place is a treasure, and we place to go back again as soon as we can. Visitors might want to bring extra towels, there own hair dryer. So much to do, and its close to all the attractions in the area. Just WOW!!!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025