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Moonflower Cottage

1713 Old Chapel Road
Enjoy wine country from your own backyard w/the grapevine arbor + 12-foot custom built yellow pine table
Let the waters keep you warm on cool evenings
Kitchen with fan.jpg
The sunroom is a cool, light-filled space to hang out
Enter the cottage through the rustic breezeway - here you can also find skewers for hot dogs/smores, a basketball for the court, and a football to toss around
I'm pretty proud of these reviews, but I'm even happier to have been able to give guests great experiences!
The kitchen has a dual Keurig + traditional drip coffee maker for your convenience
The large dining room table can comfortably accommodate eight people
Ascend the spiral stairs to get to the upstairs bedrooms
Enjoy morning coffee in the egg chair on the fully-enclosed porch
Bring the outside in on the fully-enclosed sunroom
The living room has a 50-inch Roku TV for movie nights
Enjoy easy flow between the dining room and the living room
Bedroom #4 w/sleeper sofa - also can be additional living room w/43-inch Roku TV
Master bedroom - queen memory foam mattress w/gel pillows + 1800 thread count sheets
Bedroom #3 - queen memory foam mattress, gel pillows + 1800 thread count sheets
Bedroom #2 - queen memory foam mattress, gel pillows + 1800 thread count sheets
Moonflower Cottage from the front + parking area for several vehicles
The hot tub is in a secluded space beneath the deck
Take advantage of the basketball court in the backyard!
Views of Mt. Weather from the deck above, hot tub down below
The swing set is a great place for kids to play
Relax on the weathered, vintage glider
The front patio is another great place to enjoy fresh air and fine wine
The front patio is another great place to enjoy fresh air and fine wine
The upstairs deck with a view to the west
Just a grill. And some whimsy.
Overhead view of the house, court, fire pit, arbor, and outbuildings
Aerial view of the cottage with the rolling fields and hills in the distance
Front view of the cottage as the sun sets to the west
The crepe myrtles add some color to the backyard
Like the flower itself, Moonflower Cottage comes alive when the moon rises in the sky
Enjoy the subtle and soft glow of the lights on the front patio at dusk
Drinks at dusk under the string lights in the grapevine arbor
Warm yourselves on cool nights with a roaring fire outside
Master bathroom upstairs
Laundry room/full bathroom downstairs
Close to the Shenandoah River and the Appalachian Trail, it is also home to the Watermelon Pickers Fest bluegrass festival and a number of great restaurants and shops, including The Berryville Grille and Hip and Humble antique store
In Millwood, visit the Burwell-Morgan Mill, the Locke Store, Red Schoolhouse Antiques, and grab a bite to eat at the Buttery
Boyce is home to antique shops Neatoville and the Fox and Pheasant, some of the area's best dining at L'Auberge Provencale, and the pastoral lands around Boyce are home to the Virginia State Arboretum
Home to Escutcheon Brewing and Winchester Cider Works, you also won't want to miss the Winchester walking mall with too many great dining and shopping options to name
Paris, Virginia is your gateway to Delaplane Cellars, RdV Vineyard, Arterra Wines, Slater Run Vineyard, and Aspen Dale Winery, among others, and is the home to the Ashby Inn, one of the areas most acclaimed restaurants
Bluemont Vineyard and Bear Chase Brewing are two can't-miss places

Moonflower Cottage

4 Bedrooms 4 Beds 2 Bathrooms 8 Sleeps

Overview

Book now to get a 10-15% discount on select weeknights June through September! 

Moonflower Cottage is a historical farmhouse nestled on two rolling acres in Virginia's wine country. Visit the area's top vineyards, dining, and antique shops. Float down the Shenandoah River. Cap your day sipping cabernet as the sun sets and the cottage blooms like the moonflowers that grow wildly. Bathe in the warm glow of string lights under the grapevine arbor or enjoy a relaxing soak in the spa. Young or old, you are sure to find the vintage that you are looking for at Moonflower Cottage.

Four Bedrooms | Two Acres | 2,000 Square Feet
Fire Pit | Hot Tub | Gas Grill | Grapevine Arbor
Swing Set | Basketball Court | Fenced-in Backyard
Gig-Speed Wi-Fi | 50-Inch and 42-Inch Roku TVs
Master Bedroom: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa

OUTDOOR: Hot tub, fire pit with six Adirondack chairs, grapevine arbor with 12-foot custom-built table, basketball court, swing set, fenced-in yard, patio

INTERIOR: Sunroom with comfortable egg chair seating, expandable dining room table with room for eight-plus, 50-inch and 42-inch Roku TVs, Free Gig-Speed Xfinity Wi-Fi

KITCHEN: Fully equipped with all the basics; pots + pans, dishes, glassware, silverware, refrigerator, oven, stove, dishwasher with a third rack, microwave, toaster, Keurig Duo coffee maker for K-cups or drip coffee, Amish-constructed kitchen island

GENERAL: Linens and towels, central air conditioning and heat, washer/dryer, iron, pack n' play, keyless entry

PARKING: Driveway space for up to six vehicles

For anyone with mobility issues, there are two steps to be climbed from the kitchen to reach the rooms on the main level, but once there, no additional steps need to be climbed to access either of the two first floor bedrooms, the dining room, the living room, the downstairs bathroom/laundry room, or the sunroom. 

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The cottage is a convenient base from which to explore the following towns:

-	Berryville (six minutes)
-	Bluemont (18 minutes)
-	Winchester (20 minutes)
-	Middleburg (25 minutes)
-	Harpers Ferry, WV (30 minutes)

Some of the most highly acclaimed and popular local restaurants are as follows:

-	The Buttery in Millwood (five minutes)
-	L’Auberge Provencale in White Post (seven minutes)
-	The Ashby Inn in Paris (14 minutes)
-	The Hunter’s Head in Upperville (18 minutes)
-	The Red Fox Inn in Middleburg (25 minutes)
-	Field and Main in Marshall (25 minutes)

Some excellent local wineries:
-	Veramar Vineyard near Berryville (12 minutes)
-	Twin Oaks Tavern Winery near Bluemont (18 minutes)
-	Arterra Wines near Delaplane (18 minutes)
-	Delaplane Cellars near Delaplane (20 minutes)
-	Bluemont Vineyard in Bluemont (24 minutes)

Breweries near the cottage:

-	Ripon Brewing Company in Rippon, WV (15 min)
-	B Chord Brewing Company in Bluemont (18 minutes)
-	Bear Chase Brewing Company near Bluemont (18 minutes)
-	Winchester Brew Works (20 minutes)
-	Escutcheon Brewing Co. in Winchester (20 minutes)
-      Winchester Cider Works (25 minutes)

Other things to do around the area include: 

-	River adventures on the Shenandoah River (Watermelon Park has innertube rentals in the Summer) 
-	Hiking at Sky Meadows State Park or in Shenandoah National Park (30 minutes)
-	Spelunking at one of the cave complexes in the Luray and Shenandoah Valleys
-      Visiting the Virginia State Arboretum, which is about five minutes away in Boyce 

The Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races is about 25 minutes away.

The house is also located next to some of the best antique shops in northern Virginia. These include:

-	Red Schoolhouse Antiques in Millwood (four minutes)
-	The Fox and Pheasant in Boyce (four minutes)
-	Neatoville Eclectic Finds in Boyce (five minutes)
-	Hip and Humble in Berryville (eight minutes)

While you are visiting, don’t miss a visit to the very popular Locke Store in Millwood (four minutes away) for farm-to-table items, craft beers, and fine wines.

If you enjoy history, you may enjoy visiting some of the old mills in the area. This portion of the Shenandoah Valley was once awash with grist mills and two area mills are still occasionally put into operation for public display. These are the Burwell-Morgan Mill in Millwood and Locke’s Mill near Berryville. It is a fascinating step back in time.

Your four-legged friends don't have to miss out on the fun while you are exploring. They will enjoy fenced-in pasture behind the cottage with lots of stuff to sniff and investigate :)

Guests will have access to the entire house and to all of the grounds, with the exception of two outbuildings which contain items belonging to the yard maintenance crew.

I'll do my best to be available during regular business hours and will try to respond to emergencies outside of business hours in a prompt manner. I have four kids and also run a music studio, so life can get busy at times! Thank you in advance for your patience!

The cottage is on over two acres and enjoys considerable privacy, but there are neighbors to either side. The road is very quiet, which makes it great for walks or jogs. You will most likely see many people out for a peaceful stroll or stretch of the legs along the shaded route between ancient rock walls and alabaster sycamores.

The cottage is on a regular, monthly pest control schedule, but sometimes unwanted bugs may venture inside. This area is home to stink bugs, Asian beetles, wood roaches, and millipedes, which view open windows and doors as an invitation, especially at the changing of the season. I recommend keeping windows and doors closed when not in use.

Uber and Lyft are usually available in the area, but the best way to explore the area's attractions is with your own vehicle. There is room in the driveway and parking area for several vehicles.

It is important to note that a railroad runs near to the cottage. When the train goes by outside, it can get loud in the yard. Inside the cottage, the noise is generally muted by the cottage's solid construction, but nevertheless, if the train goes by at night (which it does not frequently do, but might do), it may be audible. 

Since I can’t control the train schedule, I have provided premium materials for the beds to ensure that guests enjoy the best night’s sleep possible. To that end, each of the beds except for the sleeper sofa has a premium memory foam mattress. All the beds, including the sleeper sofa, have a plush mattress topper, gel pillows, and 1800-thread count microfiber linens. Additionally, each of the bedrooms has custom-cut, tightly fitting light-blocking blackout shades. I want you to wake up in the morning thinking about nothing except how comfortable and well-rested you are!

Note that the second upstairs bedroom doubles as a second living room for smaller groups that do not need to use it as a bedroom. Three of the bedrooms have doors that latch, but this room does not.

Check in is at 4:00 pm and check out is at 10:00. These times are fixed. The cleaners keep a very tight schedule and make their plans around this six hour window. Out of respect to them, I cannot make exceptions to these times.

Please also note that as a small business, I am not able to grant last-minute refunds, so I highly recommend protecting your investment with travel insurance.

So why book this property?

Design. We've had many guests say that the cottage seems like something straight off HGTV. I guess all that binge-watching has finally paid off!

Charm. We have tried not to overlook any space inside or outside this home and I'm sure you will find that it is full of thoughtful touches to make your stay a magical and memorable experience.

Love. My family loves this home and we have put some of our heart and soul into it. We also love sharing it and we promise to do our best to make your stay there special.

Unique benefits:

When you stay with us, you will be supporting a woman-owned, veteran-owned, minority-owned small business.

We are proud of our commitment to always pay cleaners and other workers a living wage.

We'd love to invite you to make use of the instant book feature. If you aren't ready to book yet, you can always bookmark this house by clicking the heart symbol in the upper right corner. Even if you don't end up staying with us, by 'hearting' the house you still help us out :)

-- Feel free to reach out with any questions! If there is anything I can do to earn your business, please let me know! --
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Amenities

  • Internet
  • Wireless
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Hot tub
  • Washing Machine
  • Dryer
  • Hair Dryer
  • Heating
  • Smoke detector

Availability

Reviews

41 Reviews

5.00 Ratings

Jacqueline F.

September 2023 5.00

Dolly’s place was the perfect weekend getaway! The house had everything to cook, relax, and enjoy the weekend, and our pup loved running around the yard. Dolly recommended a few wineries and restaurants nearby that were fabulous. We would definitely return!

Samantha B.

January 2024 5.00

Dolly was very responsive when we had questions upon arrival and she went beyond to get us a shovel when one was requested. There was a large snowstorm and since she couldn't get anyone out to us she had one overnighted so that we could use it, as we wanted it for our own comfort and ease with the dogs. The fenced in yard was perfect and the dogs loved being able to run and not only go out on a leash. Beautiful property.

September 2022 5.00

Great location, lots of room and well stocked. Dolly mentioned about a railroad behind the yard of this location, however the noise from the railroad inside the house was barley noticeable, even at night.

September 2022 5.00

Very comfortable beds and furnishings, and we enjoyed the outdoor space a lot.

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