Welcome to Hiker’s Zen – Your Tranquil Shenandoah Escape
Leave behind the hustle and bustle and immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Hiker’s Zen. Nestled at the base of Massanutten Mountain, this quaint 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom farmhouse is the perfect retreat for families, friends, or nature enthusiasts. Fully renovated yet brimming with rustic charm, Hiker’s Zen comfortably sleeps up to eight guests and provides a peaceful getaway with modern comforts and plenty of outdoor space to roam.
Step outside to breathe in fresh mountain air, take a leisurely stroll down the winding country road, or relax on the deck while soaking in the scenic surroundings. Whether you're seeking adventure or tranquility, Hiker’s Zen offers the best of both worlds.
Unbeatable Location Near Top Attractions
True to its name, Hiker’s Zen is just minutes from hiking and mountain biking trails along Massanutten’s Western Slope, where guests can enjoy challenging terrain and breathtaking views. But that’s just the beginning!
Massanutten Resort (20-minute drive) – Home to the Indoor/Outdoor Waterpark, Family Adventure Park, ski slopes, and two championship golf courses. Shenandoah National Park (30-minute drive) – Explore scenic overlooks, cascading waterfalls, and miles of world-class hiking trails along Skyline Drive. White Oak Lavender Farm & The Purple Wolf Vineyard (35-minute drive) – Savor locally made wines while strolling through serene lavender fields. Convenient to Virginia Colleges
For guests visiting the area for academic purposes, Hiker’s Zen is near:
James Madison University (JMU) – 25-minute drive – One of Virginia’s top universities, located in Harrisonburg. Exclusive TripForth Perks
As a TripForth guest, enjoy complimentary access to Massanutten Resort Recreation at no additional charge! Take advantage of:
Massanutten Fitness & Rec Club – Indoor pool, hot tub, fitness room, sauna, and game room. Woodstone Recreation Center – Indoor basketball court, racquetball courts, indoor & outdoor pool (seasonal), and more. Property Highlights & Amenities
3 Bedrooms (2K, 2T, 2FSS, 1QSS) 2 Full Bathrooms Keyless Entry – Hassle-free self-check-in. High-Speed Wi-Fi & Smart TV – Stay connected and entertained. Grill Area – Enjoy outdoor cooking with friends and family. Expansive Outdoor Space – Perfect for relaxing, playing, or taking in nature. Pet-Friendly (Dogs Only) – Additional fees apply. Starter Guest Supplies – Includes toilet paper, paper towels, sample shower soap kit, dish liquid, dish detergent, coffee, and trash bags. Important Rules
To ensure a peaceful and enjoyable stay, the following community rules are strictly enforced:
Quiet Hours: 8 PM - 8 AM. No loud music, drone use, or parking on neighboring lands. Trespassing on neighboring properties is prohibited. Occupancy limits are strictly enforced to prevent parties or gatherings. Booking & Cancellation Policies
Check-In: 4:00 PM (keyless entry begins at this time). Check-Out: 10:00 AM. Minimum Age Requirement Applies. IMPORTANT NOTE: Cancellation Policy To maintain a flexible cancellation policy, reservations must be canceled on the same calendar day they are booked, and TripForth must be notified before 5:00 PM Eastern Time to receive a full refund.
Administrative fees, travel insurance, and Flexible Cancellation Fees are non-refundable once a reservation is made. Reservations canceled after the same-day cancellation period are subject to the applicable cancellation terms and will not be refunded the Administrative fees, travel insurance, and Flexible Cancellation Fees.
Cancel For Any Reason and Standard Travel Insurance options are available through TripForth to help protect your reservation. Contact us to learn more about available options.
Mountain Setting Disclosure
This home is located in a natural mountain environment and may experience seasonal weather changes, insects, arachnids, and wildlife. Preventative treatments are performed regularly; however, occasional encounters are possible due to the home's surroundings. Guests can help minimize encounters by keeping food sealed and reducing exterior light exposure at night. Refunds or relocations are not provided for natural occurrences related to the mountain setting. Please consider this before booking.
Whether you're hiking through the mountains, sipping local wine, or relaxing in nature, Hiker’s Zen is the perfect retreat in the Shenandoah Valley.
dit vakantiehuis ligt in Keezletown. Bezoek enkele lokale bezienswaardigheden, zoals Frank Kemper House en Hardesty-Higgins House Visitor Center. Je kunt ook enkele van de activiteiten in de buurt beleven, bij Masanutten (skigebied) en Regal Harrisonburg. Wil je graag een evenement of wedstrijd bijwonen tijdens je verblijf? Kijk dan even wat er op de planning staat bij Atlantic Union Bank Center of University Park. Beleef een wateravontuur zoals vissen of een outdooravontuur zoals het afleggen van wandel- en fietsroutes. Bekijk onze reisgids voor Keezletown
White Oak Lavender Farm & The Purple WOLF Vineyard
12 min. rijden - 12.0 km
Masanutten (skigebied)
14 min. rijden - 8.9 km
MPOA Go-Kart Track
14 min. rijden - 8.9 km
University Park
14 min. rijden - 10.4 km
Lokaal vervoer
Weyers Cave, Virginia (SHD-Regionale luchthaven Shenandoah Valley) - 26 min. rijden
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A
13 min. rijden
Cookout
13 min. rijden
Jess' Quick Lunch #2
13 min. rijden
McDonald's
12 min. rijden
7-Eleven
11 min. rijden
Veelgestelde vragen
Zijn huisdieren welkom bij JMU, Dog Friendly, Rec passes, Hiking!?
Ja, bij deze accommodatie zijn honden toegestaan (maximum 2 in totaal).
Hoeveel kost het om hier te parkeren?
Er zijn parkeerplaatsen beschikbaar bij de accommodatie.
Hoe laat kan ik bij JMU, Dog Friendly, Rec passes, Hiking! inchecken?
Inchecken is mogelijk vanaf 16.00 uur.
Tot hoe laat kan ik bij JMU, Dog Friendly, Rec passes, Hiking! uitchecken?
Je dient om uiterlijk 10.00 uur uit te checken.
Waar staat JMU, Dog Friendly, Rec passes, Hiking!?
Dit vakantiehuis dit vakantiehuis in Keezletown ligt op 10 km afstand van George Washington National Forest, MPOA Go-Kart Track en Masanutten (skigebied). Ook Regal Harrisonburg en Atlantic Union Bank Center liggen op 10 km afstand.
Beoordelingen
Beoordelingen over JMU, Dog Friendly, Rec passes, Hiking!
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Beoordelingen
Geverifieerde beoordeling
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Greg S.
20 jul 2026
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Great location, well maintained house, thank you!
5 nachten verbleven in juli 2026
Geverifieerde beoordeling
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Amanda R.
19 mei 2026
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Perfect for our family stay during JMU graduation weekend. An easy 15min drive into Harrisonburg. Great set up for our pup as well with a great yard to run.
3 nachten verbleven in mei 2026
Geverifieerde beoordeling
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Angela B.
12 jul 2026
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Everything was just as listed. Very cute old remodeled house.
2 nachten verbleven in juli 2026
Geverifieerde beoordeling
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Geverifieerde reiziger
12 apr 2026
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
We loved that it was next to a horse farm and there was easy access to hiking trails. Another great thing was having access to the rec center.
7 nachten verbleven in april 2026
Geverifieerde beoordeling
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
james m.
1 mrt 2026
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Served our needs well. Great outdoor and plenty of yard for the kids
3 nachten verbleven in februari 2026
Geverifieerde beoordeling
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Angelica N.
5 dec 2025
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Nice old house, updated but kept some of the original features. Pretty area, we really enjoyed grand caverns nearby and lots of nearby trails for hiking and biking.
3 nachten verbleven in november 2025
Geverifieerde beoordeling
8/10 – Goed
Dell S.
1 aug 2024
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Very dog friendly
Cute house, very dog friendly, close to hiking.
2 nachten verbleven in juli 2024
Geverifieerde beoordeling
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Marsha G.
22 nov 2024
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Quilt retreat
We enjoyed our stay. We set up the living room as a sewing space. Had a blast.
5 nachten verbleven in november 2024
Geverifieerde beoordeling
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
M
25 sep 2025
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
It was great. Nice place, everything was very clean and its a quiet area. its an old house so the floors creak a little.
5 nachten verbleven in september 2025
Geverifieerde beoordeling
8/10 – Goed
Eileen s.
25 jan 2026
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
I'd like to say that we would give this house a 4.5! It was perfect for us and the pups. Fun location. You thought of many things-nice towels, dog friendly floors, pet trash in the yard, lots of hooks and closets. Several suggestions- warmer bed blankets, it was cold when we were there. You need a big pot and fry pan. Directions for the TV. We WILL rent this house again!!! Thank You!
3 nachten verbleven in januari 2026
Geverifieerde beoordeling
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Aric K.
25 mei 2026
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
The home was nice and spacious and very clean. Towels, appliances and linen were all provided as expected. Only a couple of minor things could be improved upon. Some of the outlets are very old and not grounded and will not securely hold a plug. I would also like to have GFCIs on kitchen and bathroom counters. The lawn was very overgrown and since it rained for most of our stay we often ended up with wet shoes whenever outside on the property. Again these are very small things, but would really make the experience even more enjoyable. I did enjoy the house and would rent it again in summary.
4 nachten verbleven in mei 2026
Geverifieerde beoordeling
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
S D.
2 dec 2024
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Little farmhouse
The house has a farm feel but close to necessities. The layout provided some privacy for guests upstairs. Ample paper/plastic products and toiletries provided for our stay. Plenty of bath towels also.
We had one issue during our stay that was promptly addressed. Would stay here again!
5 nachten verbleven in november 2024
Geverifieerde beoordeling
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
WILLIAM C.
20 feb 2024
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Birthday Trip
The facility was very nice for an old house. Very close to the Massanutten Resort and town. The house was very warm with temperatures outside below freezing. It is a new listing on Vrbo and the house has limited items to use if you are cooking alot.
3 nachten verbleven in februari 2024
Geverifieerde beoordeling
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Yudi H.
8 sep 2024
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
comfortable and private!
This was a great getaway. The house is clean and redone and very private. Farms and mountains are all around. We could see animals grazing directly across the street from us! Outdoors steps leading to the parking spot are broken, so take care.
4 nachten verbleven in augustus 2024
Geverifieerde beoordeling
6/10 – Matig
Nancy M.
19 aug 2024
Positief: Netheid, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Negatief: Communicatie
Great house but a few service problems
Lovely place. But I didn't get check out instructions until i had left! Also towels and sheets weren't available when we arrived Nancy
7 nachten verbleven in augustus 2024
Geverifieerde beoordeling
8/10 – Goed
Audrey H.
30 jun 2025
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Simple and Easy
The house was laid out very well for kids to go and hang out in different places. The propane grill was the perfect touch to the back porch. There were a couple of things that I felt like could have been a little better but I had that conversation with TripForth and they were willing to work with me. Overall, I would probably stay again. The location is great, nice quiet place. But they do mention it in their listing info, being extra blankets!
3 nachten verbleven in juni 2025
Geverifieerde beoordeling
4/10 – Slecht
Oscar S.
6 jan 2026
Positief: Inchecken
Negatief: Netheid, accuraatheid advertentie
We should be compensated because we have to deal with the cockroaches all the time. They should not bring people in if they have this problem I hope you do something about it and also don’t let other people deal with this problem.
3 nachten verbleven in december 2025
Geverifieerde beoordeling
6/10 – Matig
Sara H.
4 jan 2026
Positief: Inchecken, communicatie en locatie
Enjoyed the views and the rooms were nice. Outside was very charming but feel the inside has so much potential. Furniture in living room could be more comfortable and inviting. We had been forewarned about potential insects due to the weather. But the biggest issue was cockroaches in the kitchen. We also couldn’t find the living room remote and reported it. We could use the bedroom remote instead but they didn’t deliver a new one until two days later.
3 nachten verbleven in december 2025
Geverifieerde beoordeling
8/10 – Goed
Teresa N.
12 jun 2024
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie en locatie
Negatief: Accuraatheid advertentie
Summer visit
The property on the inside was just as described in the listing. There was plenty of room and it was very clean. However, the listing showed a fenced in backyard which was not accurate. This was a disappointment because we took our two dogs. Also, the yard desperately needed mowing.
Overall, we enjoyed our stay and would stay at this property again.
3 nachten verbleven in juni 2024
Geverifieerde beoordeling
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
JAY H.
16 jul 2025
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Served our needs well.
I asked if there was cell phome reception at this property, I was told yes but check with my specific carrier. Bottle line is there is not reception at the property. Luckily I was provided the wifi log in information. The combination I was given for the door was wrong. I was able to log into the wifi outside the house to be able to call and get it worked out. This would have been a much bigger deal if I had to drive back to town for cell reception. We got in and the place smelled like cigarette smoke, but that seemed to disapate or we got used to it. The house is old but clean and well kept. It bummed. worked well for us to take day trips from. Overall we liked the place and would recommend it to others.
4 nachten verbleven in juli 2025
Geverifieerde beoordeling
4/10 – Slecht
Brian R.
13 sep 2025
Positief: Netheid
Negatief: Communicatie, accuraatheid advertentie
Thoroughly disappointing.No house number or sing, no path to door, crumbling step, cracked concrete porch, they did the landlord special and painted over the original wood floors and antique knobs and locks, no comfort decor (no throw pillows, no blankets on the couch), furniture was the same cheap stuff from motels/Massanutten, and communication was horrible. I've only been disappointed with VRBO stays twice, BOTH were run by TripForth.It just feels like every chance they could, they cut costs. They even want you to start the dishwasher AND a lot of laundry for them. Other places are going at least a little above and beyond, nothing here. They did nothing more than the absolute bare minimum to keep renting it.
2 nachten verbleven in september 2025
Geverifieerde beoordeling
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
lixi m.
23 jan 2025
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie en locatie