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The Washhouse

Vacation home in Harrisonburg with kitchen

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The Washhouse provides amenities like a playground and laundry facilities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Washhouse

We are conveniently located along Rt 33 about 10 minutes from EMU, JMU. The George Washington National Forest, Shenandoah National Park, Skyline Drive, and numerous caverns provide endless opportunity for outdoor adventures. There is also abundant shopping and dining nearby in Harrisonburg, Dayton, or Bridgewater.

The space
The Washhouse is located on our small farmette in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. Since it was the original wash house it sets near our Victorian home and has been renovated into a quaint and cozy cottage. Ground level entrance and a first floor bedroom and bathroom make this a handicap friendly space.

Guest access
Your space will include the entire Washhouse.

Other things to note
You will likely be greeted by our two very friendly English Mastiffs. Please let us know if you have allergies or are uncomfortable with dogs and we will make accommodations for you.

Please sign our guest book:)

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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

About the neighborhood

Harrisonburg is home to this vacation home. Artisans Courtyard and Explore More Discovery Museum are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Dayton Farmers Market and Harrisonburg Farmers Market. Back Home on the Farm and Putter-A-Round Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Visit our Harrisonburg travel guide
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VA, Harrisonburg

What's nearby

  • Harrisonburg Virginia USA May 29 2017 James Madison University
    James Madison University
    9 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Valley Brethren-Mennonite Heritage Center
    8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Memorial Stadium
    9 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Harrisonburg Farmers Market
    10 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Virginia Quilt Museum
    10 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • KFC
    8 min drive
  • Mi Pueblito Grill 2
    8 min drive
  • Arby's
    8 min drive
  • Common Grounds Coffeehouse
    11 min drive
  • Corner Bistro
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Washhouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Washhouse?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Washhouse?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Washhouse located?

Situated in Harrisonburg, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Valley Brethren-Mennonite Heritage Center, Artisans Courtyard, and The Heritage Museum. George Washington National Forest and Dayton Farmers Market are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Washhouse Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cozy and well-stocked. Kids enjoyed all of the games and really enjoyed the dogs. Property owners were super sweet and welcoming. I highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I cannot recommend this stay enough! Trisha and her family were such welcoming hosts (including their two beautiful English Mastiffs). I’ve never experienced such an accommodating stay - small food AND drinks were provided along with an adorable array of homemade jams, soaps, etc for purchase. The stay felt like it was straight out of a movie. Beautiful views, quaint decor, and 10/10 hospitality made for a truly memorable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hezekiah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great hosts. Communicated and were accommodating. Location was exactly what we needed. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place to stay.

This is our second time staying at the Washhouse and we had another peaceful stay. The owners are very responsive and extremely kind. The dogs are a plus!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property! Decor is simple and takes you back to 1983, but super clean and amazingly well stocked with everything you might need. Host even has snacks and drinks available! She also has jams, soaps, and honey for purchase. The dogs (Mastiffs) are super sweet and friendly. I didn't pay attention and didn't realize there is no wi-fi or TV, but it wasn't an issue for us- but just an fyi. We are parents of a JMU student so we'll be in the area in the future- we'll definitely book The Wash House again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Washhouse is Lovely!

This is a very relaxing property and by far the cleanest I've ever stayed in. The big puppies are kind and welcoming. Highly recommend! Would definitely stay again! Thanks Trisha and fam! You've done a great job with your place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable stay

Our stay was enjoyable. The hosts made us feel welcome and their hospitality was first rate.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay!

Trisha and Derrick were wonderful to work with and so kind when my trip changed due to snow and ice. The Washhouse was so clean and well appointed. It was the perfect place to unwind.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and cozy

Property was exactly what we were looking for and was listed accurately. Clean cozy and everything needed was provided. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

All was great with our stay. Hosts provided some nice extras like snacks and coffee. Would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great overnight stay!

We had a great stay here as we passed through Harrisonburg on our drive from Nashville to PA. Kitchen amenities and snacks were awesome. Dogs were super friendly and we appreciated the advanced notice asking if it was OK for them to greet us. It would have been nice to have WiFi access and/or a TV, but we played games instead.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

My sister and I had a wonderful stay at this property. We were completely impressed by how clean and welcoming this place was. Trisha and Derrick went over and above by adding many wonderful suprises for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay. The house was peaceful, clean, and relaxing. The hosts were friendly and welcoming and graciously left plenty of snacks and drinks. We highly recommend the Washhouse.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So cozy

Wonderful experience. Family very nice and yhe animals were amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Washroom

Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hosts and Family were extraordinary. Hospitable, friendly and willing to talk and share. Dogs and farm animals were an added bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house near JMU

The family that owns this are very polite. Plus, the mastiffs were fun. The house has everything you need, minus TV/Internet (which we knew). A great setting with farm and mountain views.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Cottage on Farm

The Wash House is a small cottage on the grounds of a working farm. It is truly charming and immaculately clean. My daughter and I stayed during a family emergency and the property was exactly what we needed; clean, quiet, enough space to have some privacy but ample space to sit together and talk. The hosts could not have been nicer. They met us when we arrived and were so gracious. The Wash House contained many thoughtful extras as well as snacks, coffee, juices, and sodas. Lastly, the dogs are huge, gentle, and fun to meet. If you read "Henry and Mudge" as a child you will immediately recognize these dogs! We would certainly stay again and are grateful for the kindness shown to us by this lovely family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Above and beyond!

Our family enjoyed the charming house over thanksgiving break. All the expected amenities and much more! Our kids (4 and 2) loved all the indoor and outdoor toys too. Thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Our hosts were friendly and welcoming. The Wash House was clean and comfortable. The snacks and games were an added bonus! Communication was great and check in was easy even though we didn't arrive until around 10pm. Have already recommended to others!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Rob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Inspirational stay

Great Hosts, very gracious, very helpful, very accommodating and Trisha was quick responding to any questions I had. I did not get to spend much time at the property on my trip, but would definitely stay at the Washhouse again. Host displayed many personal touches that were thoughtful and memorable. The house is clean and well equipped including the kitchen with many complimentary items to get you through early mornings (such as I had being in town on business) or perhaps a late night arrival. Surrounding town is easy to navigate as well. Overall, it is a good model for the STR industry displaying top-notch guest experience and quality host operations. One noteworthy item is that the bed was rather firm for me.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hike and Wine

Hubby and I needed a place to stay near mountain hiking trails and area wineries for a long weekend. The Wash House was easy to locate and centrally located for our needs. Our hosts were so nice and provided numerous little extras throughout the Wash House. Decorations in each room made the home feel cozy. Ample kitchen and bathroom amenities were appreciated. And a supply of games added to the hominess of the Wash House. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming and Clean

I only spent one night at the Washhouse, but as soon as I entered, I felt right at home. The Washhouse was very clean and tidy, and very comfortable. I did not venture upstairs for the sake of cleanliness, but the downstairs was very nicely set up for Guests. There were lots of games and activities available for people who choose to stay longer, and the English mastiffs outside were so lovely and sweet and ready for pets! I would definitely return if I ever come back this way.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nothing short of amazing

I hesitate to leave such a fabulous review for fear that I’ll let the secret out and never have availability again. But alas, let me share how absolutely amazing this place was. It felt like home, albeit on a farmette, in a refurbished 2 bedroom/2 level “wash house”, set on the rolling hills west of downtown Harrisonburg. So so immaculately clean, cozy, comfortable with special touches throughout. The host family, who live in the 1900 Victorian next door were so gracious and welcoming. And the cherry on top… the doggies, the cows, the vistas. We’ll be back… if it’s not already taken!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham M., Frederick, MD

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable stay in wonderful property

We enjoyed our stay at this property. The owners were extremely responsive and accommodating both prearrival and once we arrived on property. The house shares the property with the owners who live on site in an adjacent house with their lovely children. There is ample parking. They do have three large dogs which are very friendly. Inside the house, it is very cozy and comfortable, with everything we needed. There are two bedrooms, one upstairs and one on the main floor, both with comfortable beds. There is a half bathroom upstairs which was very nice and allowed those upstairs to use the facilities without coming downstairs. The kitchen was well-equipped, with plenty of staples in the refrigerator and pantry. They also had a free snack area with assorted chips and candy which was very nice. The property is in a quiet semi-rural area, but within 10 minutes to the downtown area of Harrisonburg. If you are visiting JMU, this place is perfect. It's also not far from Staunton and Massanutten Resort. We highly recommend this property and would not hesitate staying here in the future if our travels bring us to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023