Best Cabin Camping near Madison, VA
Shenandoah National Park offers several cabin options within an hour's drive of Madison, Virginia. Big Meadows Campground features rustic cabins with basic amenities including electricity, beds, and tables with chairs. Lewis Mountain Campground provides cabin accommodations with queen-sized beds and private bathrooms. "The cabins are basic, but just enough that you need. Electricity, water on site (not in cabin), fan, lots of windows for sticky nights, 2 bunk beds, and a table with 4 chairs," wrote one camper about their experience at Shenandoah River State Park. Most cabins include outdoor fire pits, picnic tables, and access to nearby hiking trails, with some offering rocking chairs on porches for enjoying mountain views.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park Campground provides both climate-controlled cabins with full kitchens and more primitive camping cabins without air conditioning. Madison Vines RV Resort & Cottages allows pets in their cabin rentals, while some locations like Lewis Mountain have stricter pet policies. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, "We stayed in a cabin February. The park and the cabins are very clean and well maintained. We enjoyed the many trails and walking our dog along the river." Reservations are strongly recommended for all cabin accommodations, especially during peak summer and fall foliage seasons when availability becomes limited.
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary widely between locations - climate-controlled cabins typically include cooking utensils, cutlery, dish soap, and basic kitchen necessities, while rustic options may only provide access to outdoor grills or fire pits. Camp stores at locations like Big Meadows and Loft Mountain sell firewood, ice, and basic provisions. Getaway Shenandoah offers more upscale furnished cabins with private bathrooms and kitchenettes. Nearby markets include Yoder's Amish Market on Route 29, which provides fresh food options including local meats, baked goods, and deli items, though it remains closed on Sundays.
