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Cozy & Spacious 2BR | King bed | RokuTV | Walkable
Conveniently located to downtown Harrisonburg and JMU, the Cozy Suite is the perfect spot to unwind after a good day's adventures! Our comfy, well-equipped home is in a quiet neighborhood just 1/2 mile from downtown, with easy access to numerous restaurants, craft breweries and wineries, boutiques, markets, and outdoor activities. Absolutely NO SMOKING on property. Highlights ❖ 10 min walk to Main St. ❖ 1 mile to JMU Campus ❖ 30 mins to Shenandoah National Park ❖ 25 mins to Massanutten Resort

Peaceful & Walkable Downtown Home | Valley Hearth
Come make yourself at home at the Valley Hearth! This thoughtfully designed 1911 Craftsman home sits just 4 blocks from downtown Harrisonburg, the outdoor adventure capital of the Shenandoah Valley. Whether you’re looking for a cozy staycation you’ll never want to leave or a walkable home base for downtown excursions, this is the perfect spot. Home Highlights 🏫 1 mile to JMU 🚗 1 mile from I-81 ☕️ 3 blocks to coffee 🍲 5 blocks to food ⛷️25 mins to Massanutten Resort 🌄 30 mins to Shenandoah

Hideaway Studio on Ashtree Lane
This renovated historic carriage house is 2 blocks from Harrisonburg’s vibrant downtown. The space is light and airy with gabled ceilings and sky-lights that open. It is located on a leafy residential back-alley, with private entrance and off-street parking. JMU’s bluestone campus is a 10 minute walk away. We’ve set-up this space for a range of guests: from JMU parents visiting their children to people traveling for business who are seeking a more textured experience with home comforts.

Townhouse in Harrisonburg
The townhouse is in located in Harrisonburg, mins away from Massanutten Resort & near JMU campus, but far enough from the noise of students & town. Located in a nice, & peaceful neighborhood while a mins away from Target, Outback, Downtown Harrisonburg, etc. Also, 2 mins away from Sentra (RMH) Hospital. The location has 4 bedrooms, which is 1 master bedroom with king bed, 2 bedrooms with queen bed, & 1 bedroom with bunk bed perfect for children. There is 2 full bathrooms & 2 half bathrooms.

The house
Located in the quiet neighborhood east of Eastern Mennonite University, this apartment suite is also just a few miles from JMU, a 15 minute drive to Bridgewater College, 20 mins to Massanutten Resort, 16 mins Buc-ee’s and a 30 minute drive to Shenandoah National Park a We have a yard for your fur babies. *For all my pet lovers, please inform us if you are bringing your pet. If we don't know and see that you do we will have to request a pet fee through AIRBNB.

The Farmhouse At War Branch
Escape back in time to a 100 year-old farmhouse on a live working cattle farm. Enjoy the sounds and views of a real farm while staying in comfort and style. Bring the whole family down to have some old fashion fun or nestle down for a relaxing couples retreat. We want this to feel like your home away from home! **Ask about our farm raised, grass-fed beef! We offer steaks and burgers that can be stocked and ready in the refrigerator upon your arrival!

2 BR private rental, quiet with garden views
This peaceful and centrally-located place welcomes up to 4 guest. It is a two bedroom private apartment with parking for two cars at your door. It is in the lower level of our home which we have enjoyed caring for over the last 34 years. Close to downtown Harrisonburg, JMU and EMU. Eat in kitchen with comfortable seating in living room. No pets or smoking. Enjoy spending time roaming gardens and enjoying outdoor spaces.

Private suite close to JMU quiet neighborhood
Completely private guest suite in the highly sought after Belmont neighborhood. 3 miles from JMU. 25 minutes from Massanutten. Beautiful sunroom, king size bed, WiFi, flat screen TV with cable, Netflix, and Amazon prime. Complimentary Starbucks coffee. Off street parking for up to 2 cars, and more free parking on the street. Perfect for a weekend getaway or business travelers. Twin bed available for additional guest.

JMU - 5 min drive/Downtown/King Bed/Walkable
Featuring a king bed and kitchenette, it’s hard to beat the location: - Walkable to downtown - 2 blocks from Magpie Diner - 2 min drive to JMU - 3 min walk to Sagebird, Rootstock Wine Bar & Chop House - 35 min to Skyline Drive entrance - PLEASE NOTE: *NO TV* - STREET NOISE CAN BE HEARD due to the central location - This is an apartment above an owner occupied home - There are two sets of stairs to access the property

Lavender Suite Close to JMU
Look no further for a convenient and cozy place to stay on your next trip to Harrisonburg. Features include a private entrance, spacious bedroom with queen sleigh bed, dinette, and an ensuite bathroom with a walk-in rain shower. Your suite is attached to our family home in a wooded cul-de-sac neighborhood, just minutes from JMU, Rockingham Memorial Hospital, and a short drive to the Shenandoah National Park.

Urban Oasis - Studio in a tranquil wooded setting
Breakaway from the hustle and bustle to a front porch just waiting for you. The private suite has its own entrance with self-check-in via a keypad. The wooded setting is a quiet retreat that will make you feel as if you are further away than what you are. The covered front porch is perfect for sitting on the swinging daybed to read, surf the web, nap, or just soak in the surroundings and let the day go by.

Swanky and Modern Downtown Guesthouse
Stylish and swanky with high-design features and convenient central location - one block from downtown Harrisonburg. Detached garage-turned guesthouse. Walk to bars, restaurants, shopping and JMU. Brand new construction! Studio apartment with flat screen TV and streaming, Queen Bed, Futon, Wet Bar, Microwave Air-fryer Combo, Mini-fridge/freezer, Laundry, Tile shower.
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Modern Farmhouse near Shenandoah Nat'l Park + Lake

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Apartment rentals with air conditioning

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A Place to Rest

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Entire 1st Floor of 2 Story Home!

Pet-Friendly Shenandoah Mountain Retreat

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Destinations to explore
- Shenandoah National Park
- Luray Caverns
- Bryce Resort
- Early Mountain Winery
- Downtown Mall
- James Monroe's Highland
- Wintergreen Resort
- Frontier Culture Museum
- Prince Michel Winery
- Blenheim Vineyards
- Cardinal Point Winery
- John Paul Jones Arena
- Glass House Winery
- Devils Backbone Brewing Co Basecamp
- University of Virginia
- Shenandoah River Outfitters
- Monticello
- The Rotunda
- Cooter's Place
- White Lotus Eco Spa Retreat
- Grand Caverns
- IX Art Park
- James Madison's Montpelier
- Skyline Caverns




