Emerald Escape - Managed by Gr8Escapes
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- Pool
- Spa pool
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Emerald Escape - Managed by Gr8Escapes
- Welcome to ✧✧✧ Emerald Escape ✧✧✧ — your captivating mountain chalet where ⚙ steampunk flair meets ❦ farmhouse charm. With 6 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, space for 16 guests, and 3,294 sq ft, this retreat bursts with vibrant color ◈ and creative design ✦, inviting you to relax, explore, and connect in style. Every corner is crafted with care, blending bold personality with cozy touches to create a one-of-a-kind mountain escape ◇.
✦ Need a home to sleep 32?
❖ Emerald Escape & Moonstone Escape are just a 4-minute walk apart and can be booked together!
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✦✦✦ AI Generated Guest Review Highlights (Last 10 reviews) ✦✦✦
✦ Made for group getaways
❦ Beautiful, spacious & clean
◆ Amenities keep all ages happy
◈ Helpful, responsive hosts
✺ Fun-filled resort location
✦✦✦ Massanutten Events & Local Highlights ✦✦✦
✦ 1. Vineyard Vibes: Josh Davidson — CrossKeys Vineyards, Mt. Crawford, ~18 mi — Sun Oct 4, 12–3p; 3 hrs — Wine & live acoustic
❦ 2. The Gathering Market — Valley Plaza Shopping Center, Harrisonburg, ~18 mi — Sat Oct 10, 8a–3p; 7 hrs — Local makers & shopping
◆ 3. Massanutten Fall Festival — Massanutten Resort, McGaheysville, ~1 mi — Sat Oct 10, 11:30a–6p; 6.5 hrs — Music, eats & chairlifts
◈ 4. CURRENTS — Harrisonburg Dance Cooperative, Harrisonburg, ~18 mi — Sat Oct 10, 3–4:20p; 1 hr 20 min — Contemporary dance showcase
✺ 5. Virginia Winemaker Tasting — Bluestone Vineyard, Bridgewater, ~28 mi — Sat Oct 10, 5–8p; 3 hrs — Virginia Wine Month pours
✦ 6. Horizons Fall Fest — Horizons Edge, Harrisonburg, ~17 mi — Sun Oct 11, 11a–4p; 5 hrs — Family fall activities
❦ 7. Footloose the Musical — 147 Warsaw Ave, Harrisonburg, ~18 mi — Thu Oct 15, 7:30–10p; 2.5 hrs — High-energy community musical
◆ 8. Elkton Autumn Days — Downtown Elkton, Elkton, ~9 mi — Sat Oct 17, 10a–5p; 7 hrs — Arts, crafts & fall food
◈ 9. Skeleton Festival — Downtown Harrisonburg, Harrisonburg, ~18 mi — Sat Oct 24, 1–5p; 4 hrs — Spooky downtown celebration
✺ 10. Rocktoberfest — Alpine Goat Brewery, Weyers Cave, ~20 mi — Sat Oct 31, 11a–3p; 4 hrs — Brewery fest for local causes
✦✦✦ Home Layout ✦✦✦
❖ Main Level
‣ BR1: King • sitting nook • workspace • ensuite
‣ Great Room: Sectional seats 12 • gas fireplace • 85″ Smart TV
‣ Kitchen: Stainless appliances • island seats 4
‣ Dining: Table seats 12
‣ Half Bath: Next to kitchen
‣ Deck #1: Dining for 8 • lounge for 12 • firepit
‣ Front Porch: Seating for 4
❖ Upper Level
‣ BR2: King • workspace
‣ BR3: 2 Fulls
‣ Full Bath: Shower & tub
❖ Lower Level
‣ BR4: King • workspace
‣ BR5: 2 Fulls
‣ BR6: 2× Full-over-Full bunks
‣ Full Bath: Shower & tub
‣ Laundry: Full-size washer & dryer
‣ Theater: Seating for 10
‣ Lounge/Game Room: Pool • shuffleboard • floating bar • bar seating for 4
‣ Deck #2: Hot tub • bench for 2 • recliners for 4
✦✦✦ Main Amenities ✦✦✦
❖ Platinum pool access • easy summer fun • Up to 8 guests free
❖ Luxurious spa / hot tub
‣ Seats 6 • ultimate relaxation
❖ Expansive outdoor decks
‣ 2 decks • nature • fresh air • relaxation
❖ Basketball Court
‣ Fun and friendly competition
❖ Billiards Lounge Zone
‣ 7.5′ pool table • 9′ shuffleboard • 2 arcade machines (100+ retro games)
❖ Home Theater
‣ Seating for 14 • 85″ Smart TV • Dolby Atmos surround sound
❖ Open-air fire pit arena
‣ Seats 10 • cozy nights • stories under the stars
❖ Outdoor dining area
‣ Stylishly furnished for gatherings
❖ Coffee & Tea Bar
‣ Fully stocked for coffee lovers
❖ Waffle Bar
‣ Create breakfast together • family fun
❖ Complimentary toiletries
‣ Body Wash • Face Bar • Shampoo • Conditioner • Lotion
❖ EV Charger
‣ Level 2 • 48 Amp • J1772 compatible (Tesla adapter required)
❖ Nursery
‣ Full-size crib • portable mini crib • baby essentials
❖ Workstations
‣ 3 desks • ergonomic chairs • remote work ready
❖ Charging Convenience
‣ USB ports & outlets throughout
❖ Personal Chef Experience
‣ Gourmet meals prepared in-home (inquire)
❖ Centrally Located
‣ Within Massanutten Resort • minutes to skiing • indoor waterpark • hiking trails • activities
✦✦✦ HOUSE RULES ✦✦✦
1. AGE: Must be at least 25 years of age to book this home.
2. VACATION RENTAL AGREEMENT: At owners’ discretion, a short-term Vacation Rental Agreement must be completed & signed which lists all the guests that will be staying at the property & a copy of a valid government ID that matches the name of the primary guest renter must be submitted within 24 hours of booking to confirm your reservation.
3. HOME IS PRIVATELY HELD; the owner is not responsible for any accidents, injuries, or illness that occurs while on the premises or its facilities. The owner is not responsible for the loss of personal belongings or valuables of the guest. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises or others whom they invite to use the premise.
4. PETS: Pets are NOT allowed. There are many rentals that allow pets. If you are unable to leave your pet at home, another rental would be best. If it is determined that pets have been in the home, an additional surcharge cleaning fee of $295 & carpet cleaning fee of $295 will be charged to the guest. Although NO pets are allowed in this house, pets brought to Massanutten must always be leashed & cleaned up after.
5. SMOKING: Smoking is NOT allowed on the premise. A surcharge fee of $295 will be assessed if it is determined that smoking occurred on the premises. No cigarettes, marijuana, e-cigarettes, vapes, cigars, pipes, bongs, hookahs, candles, incense, wax melts, or plug-ins. The booking guest is responsible for making all guests aware of this rule.
6. PARTIES: Absolutely NO PARTIES allowed! Failure to follow this rule will result in immediate termination of your rental with no refund & a surcharge fee of $885 charged to the guest. Out of respect for our neighbors, this home is not suitable for any events or parties.
7. PARKING IN DRIVEWAY: Parking is limited to 4 cars in the driveway. No vehicle larger than 3/4 ton may be parked in a driveway.
8. Keep the home & all furnishings in good order.
9. Only use appliances for their intended use & follow the instructions & guidance provided in the Welcome Guide.
10. STORMS: If there is a storm or named hurricane, no refunds will be given. IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT TRIP INSURANCE BE PURCHASED BY THE GUEST from insuremytrip dot com. If a mandatory evacuation order is issued, guests will be asked to leave the premises at such time that the mandatory evacuation is set to take place. If said mandatory evacuation is lifted & the guest has time remaining on their rental before the next guest arrives, the guest may reoccupy said premises. If the handyman must check the property for damages, the guest shall allow access. The owner is unable to accommodate requests to return at another time.
11. OCCUPANCY: Occupancy is limited to 2 persons per bedroom plus no more than 2 persons in the lower level sleeping nook unless otherwise authorized by the owner for up to 4 persons prior to booking. If occupancy limit is determined to be broken, a surcharge fee of $295 per additional guest over the occupancy limit will be charged.
12. OUTDOOR FIRES: This is high wildfire risk area therefore open fires & unattended fires are prohibited. FIRE PIT usage is prohibited during quiet hours, 10pm-7am: Under no circumstance, should a fire be created in the fire pit without the use of the Base & Spark Screen nor left unattended while a fire is active or smoldering. Firepits & grills may be restricted during local emergency conditions, check MassanuttenVillage dot com or electronic sign at entrance for updates.
13. GARBAGE & TRASH: Do not place garbage or trash outside, including screened-in porches, decks or car ports. Garbage & trash attract wildlife, which could endanger you & damage the property.
All garbage & trash is disposed of into trash bags, placed within the animal resistant trash bin, & with the lid securely closed. Excess garbage & trash, where the trash bin lid cannot be closed securely, must be take the Massanutten Property Owner’s Association Community Trash dumpster located at 4007 Peak Dr., Massanutten, VA 22840. If there is loose garbage &/or trash within the trash bin, a surcharge fee of $35 will be charged to the guest.
14. CHECK-OUT: Late check-outs cannot be accommodated due to the time conflicts of our cleaners servicing many other properties. If determined that check-out is after 10:00am, a surcharge of $70 will be charged to the guest for every hour after 10:00am that check-out does not occur.
15: NOISE: Noise that is unreasonable in the judgement of MPOA or its designated agent is prohibited at any time. Quiet Hours are between 10PM & 7AM, therefore noise must be kept indoors during this time period.
16: GENERAL PARKING: All tires must be off the roadway. Do not block fire hydrants or park in front of another property without written approval from the host. No buses, campers, or RVs are to be parked at homes or on roads. Park only in designated areas or the overflow lot at 4007 Peak Dr., Massanutten, VA 22840. Overflow lot is available with written approval from your host.
17: ALCOHOL: Open containers of alcohol are prohibited on any road or common area.
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach towels
Ski
- Close to skiing
- Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
- Communal pool
- Hot tub
Internet
- Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Electric car charging station on site
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee grinder
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Ice maker
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 6 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 3.5 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Jetted bathtub
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
Entertainment
- Games
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
- Video games
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- 5 steps to reach entrance
- In-room accessibility
- Smooth flooring in public areas
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In the mountains
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Next to a golf course
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Billiards/pool table
- Basketball nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Ice skating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Winery tours nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
General
- Double-glazed windows
- Electric car charging station
- Property located in a resort
- Some LED lighting used
- Unit size: 3,294 square feet
- Water-efficient showers
- Water-efficient toilets
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About the area

What's nearby
James Madison University24 min drive - 16.9 km
Shenandoah National Park25 min drive - 28.5 km
Luray Caverns47 min drive - 59.1 km- Massanutten Resort4 min drive - 2.4 km
- Massanutten Water Park11 min drive - 9.3 km
Getting around
- Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)40 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's23 min drive
- 7-Eleven22 min drive
- Chili's Grill & Bar23 min drive
- Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen23 min drive
- Applebee's Grill + Bar23 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Emerald Escape - Managed by Gr8Escapes have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Emerald Escape - Managed by Gr8Escapes?
As of 13 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Emerald Escape - Managed by Gr8Escapes on 26 Oct 2026 start from AU$1,380, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Emerald Escape - Managed by Gr8Escapes pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Emerald Escape - Managed by Gr8Escapes?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Emerald Escape - Managed by Gr8Escapes?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Emerald Escape - Managed by Gr8Escapes?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Emerald Escape - Managed by Gr8Escapes located?
This family-friendly McGaheysville chalet is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of George Washington National Forest, Massanutten Resort and MPOA Go-Kart Track. Massanutten Water Park and Shenandoah River are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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