Shenandoah National Park

Skyland Resort, first called Stony Man Camp, was begun in 1886 by George Freeman Pollock, Jr. Influential in establishing Shenandoah as a national park, Pollock chose the perfect spot for his summer retreat. At 3,680 feet, which is now the highest point on the Skyline Drive, Pollock had breathtaking views of the Shenandoah Valley.

Quite different from its 19th century origins, Skyland today offers visitors 177 lodging units, ranging from quaint rustic cabins to spacious suites with spectacular vistas. Rates: $52 - $284 per night.

Open March 28 to November 25; check in at 3 p.m., check out at noon; dining room; nightly entertainment; craft shop; ranger programs; horseback activities; children's playground; wheelchair accessible; no room phones; TVs in some rooms; no pets.

Deposit/Cancellation Policy: For reservations made within two weeks of the arrival date, the first night's stay will be charged to your credit card as a deposit with the remaining balance due upon check in. If your arrival date is more than two weeks out, you will be required to mail in a check for the one-night deposit. For phone reservations, you will be provided the address when making the reservation. For online reservations, you will be provided with the address in the e-mail confirmation that you receive. In order to receive a refund of the room deposit, you must cancel your reservations at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled check in date.

If you're looking for family accommodations that are both comfortable and economical, Lewis Mountain is ideal. These historic, cozy, furnished cabins have private bathrooms, heat, electric lights, towels and linens, while offering you and your family the fun and adventure of a camping-style vacation.
You can cook on a grill in a sheltered outdoor cooking-recreation area complete with a firepit, picnic table, and storage cabinets. With convenience and ease you can get picnic supplies, firewood, ice and other supplies at the nearby camp store. A vacation at Lewis Mountain is a great way to relax, unwind and get back in touch with nature. Rates: $62 - $94 per night.

Open May 2 to November 4; wheelchair accessible; no TV; no room phones; coin laundry; shower facilities; sorry no pets.

Deposit/Cancellation Policy: For reservations made within two weeks of the arrival date, the first night's stay will be charged to your credit card as a deposit with the remaining balance due upon check in. If your arrival date is more than two weeks out, you will be required to mail in a check for the one-night deposit. For phone reservations, you will be provided the address when making the reservation. For online reservations, you will be provided with the address in the e-mail confirmation that you receive after making your reservation request. In order to receive a refund of the room deposit, you must cancel your reservations at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled check in date.

The name comes from the large, grassy meadow near the resort. At an elevation of 3,510 feet, legend has it that the meadow was kept open by native tribes to encourage the growth of wild berries and to attract deer, elk, and bison to graze. Today deer are still seen here, particularly during the evening and early morning hours.

Accommodations at historic Big Meadows range from 25 rooms in the main lodge to 72 additional rooms in rustic cabins, multiunit lodges and modern suites. The original lodge was built in 1939 by the Civilian Conservation Corps private contractors, and mountain labor with stones cut from Massanutten Mountain. The entire interior structure of the lodge, including the paneling is made from native oak and chestnut trees. Chestnuts are virtually extinct due to the chestnut blight that arrived in this country in 1905. Rates: $67 - $242 per night.

Open April 17 to October 28; check in at 3 p.m., check out at noon; children's playground; ranger programs; wheelchair accessible; TVs in some rooms; no room phones; no pets.

Deposit/Cancellation Policy: For reservations made within two weeks of the arrival date, the first night's stay will be charged to your credit card as a deposit with the remaining balance due upon check in. If your arrival date is more than two weeks out, you will be required to mail in a check for the one-night deposit. For phone reservations, you will be provided the address when making the reservation. For online reservations, you will be provided with the address in the e-mail confirmation that you receive after making your reservation request. In order to receive a refund of the room deposit, you must cancel your reservations at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled check in date.