Best Cabin Camping near Steeles Tavern, VA

Crabtree Falls Campground and Love Ridge Mountain Lodging provide cabin rentals with varying amenities in the Steeles Tavern area. Love Ridge cabins include drinking water, restrooms, and showers, while Walnut Hills Campground & RV Park offers cabins with electric hookups, water, and sewer connections. "Our campsite was nice, fairly private and backed up to a creek. The cabin seemed to be infested with stink bugs," noted one visitor about a nearby campground, highlighting the importance of checking specific cabin conditions before booking. Montebello Resort provides cabin facilities with showers, toilets, and trash service, situated near fishing ponds where guests can catch trout, bass, and crappie.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Natural Bridge-Lexington KOA features cabin accommodations with fire rings and picnic tables, some including wooden decks. Most cabins require advance reservations, particularly during peak seasons from May through October. Several properties like Misty Mountain Camp Resort and Stoney Creek Resort accept pets in their cabin units. A review mentioned, "We stayed in the 2 bedroom cabin. It has a beautiful deck with a picnic table and rocking chairs," describing accommodations at a state park in the region. Thunder Bridge offers screen cabins, log cabins, and fully furnished rental cabins in a wooded setting near Natural Bridge State Park.

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary widely - some provide only basic counter space and mini-refrigerators while others offer more complete setups. "The cottage had a basic kitchen with sink, plenty of counter space, mini fridge, and some utensils and dishes. Perfect for the simple life!" reported one guest about Sun Retreats Shenandoah Valley. Firewood is typically available for purchase at campground stores, which also stock limited groceries, camping supplies, and occasionally beer and wine. Cabins at Shenandoah National Park's Loft Mountain Campground provide access to a camp store with laundry facilities and paid showers, though many amenities close during off-season months.

Best Cabin Sites Near Steeles Tavern, Virginia (32)

    1. Crabtree Falls Campground

    20 Reviews
    Montebello, VA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 377-2066

    $28 - $55 / night

    "Store, Bathrooms, and running water are very close. Seemed very family friendly. Some of the campsites are super close to a creek and its worth trying to get one of those!"

    "The campsites run along a river, which provides great back drop for getting away from the city."

    2. Walnut Hills Campground & RV Park

    20 Reviews
    Stuarts Draft, VA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 337-3920

    $45 - $99 / night

    "The store was sparse but adequate. The lawns were kept up and looking good. There is a very nice playground and a pet exercise area. You can fish in the lake though we didn't catch anything."

    "Nice little general store. 9-hole disc golf course. Dog park and playground centrally located. Quiet. Close to shopping, restaurants, etc."

    3. Montebello Resort

    11 Reviews
    Montebello, VA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 377-2650

    $38 - $55 / night

    "There are tent, RV sites and cabins with campground bathroom. There are showers, slop sink and laundry. The pond at front has stocked trout and a small lake in the back has bass and crappie."

    "The upstairs neighbors were probably as quiet as they could be but you could still hear them walking around and using the plumbing. The trout pond is not what they make it out to be on the website."

    4. Sun Retreats Shenandoah Valley

    12 Reviews
    Stuarts Draft, VA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 337-2267

    $29 - $45 / night

    "We recently stayed in one of the cottages. The cottage had a basic kitchen with sink, plenty of counter space, mini fridge, and some utensils and dishes. Perfect for the simple life!"

    "And of course their lake that has two jumping decks, water slide, snack bar , restaurant and off to the side a little store for floats with putt putt golf and Jenna,etc."

    5. Stoney Creek Resort

    7 Reviews
    Stuarts Draft, VA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 337-1510

    "I believe they currently have around 400 spots. It is divided into upper and lower sections. The lower is much more wooded and gives off more of a camping feel while the upper is much more open."

    "Had a BW site booked that just didn’t work out. Needed an overnight stay late on a Saturday afternoon and this CG was available. Staff was extremely pleasant and friendly."

    6. Natural Bridge-Lexington KOA

    31 Reviews
    Natural Bridge, VA
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 291-2770

    $35 / night

    "There is a fenced dog park. The playground is a bit dated. However they make up for that with the bathroom and laundry facilities, which were absolutely AMAZING."

    "We had a gravel pull through spot with a picnic table on a wooden deck, fire pit, and full hook up. There is a pool and a playground, however they were both closed due to Covid."

    7. Misty Mountain Camp Resort

    40 Reviews
    Crozet, VA
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 647-8900

    $35 - $75 / night

    "I was pleasantly surprised when we got there and I found out it has its own deck!!! Site also includes a fire ring and a picnic table."

    "with electric and water, and both modern and rustic cabins."

    8. Shenandoah Valley Campground

    25 Reviews
    Staunton, VA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 248-2267

    $36 - $132 / night

    "Close to 81, but hyway isn't a distraction for a good night's sleep. And we were closest to hyway then majority of campers. Friendly staff. Pleasant clean surroundings in campgrounds."

    "Driving in we saw lots of rabbits running around the grassy area outside the office. One of the other campers told us they are resident rabbits."

    9. Love Ridge Mountain Lodging

    1 Review
    Tyro, VA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (540) 943-7625

    $125 - $300 / night

    "Book your stay with them today and come back here to leave them some love."

    10. Loft Mountain Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    65 Reviews
    Dyke, VA
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (434) 823-4675

    $30 - $75 / night

    "In our opinion this is the best campground in Shenandoah National Park. Sites are large and many offer privacy. Sites include fire ring and picnic tables."

    "The site we had was primitive, no water or electric, but had a picnic table, fire ring, & a bear box. Although the sites were close, they were situated to maximize privacy."

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Cabin Reviews near Steeles Tavern, VA

387 Reviews of 32 Steeles Tavern Campgrounds


  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 17, 2024

    Thunder Bridge

    Idyllic forest campground

    Thunder BRidge is a unique property tucked away in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Near Natural Bridge State Park in Virginia, the campground was once a CCC camp. Now it is home to many quiet tent sites, screen cabins, log cabins, and even some fully furnished rental cabins.

    The campground is about 60% wooded, the rest is open ground with buildings from the camp's earlier days. The open area includes  several artists' studios.  At one edge is a forest creek, great for wading. 

    The campground is mostly tenting sites and rustic cabins, but there are RV sites in the open area.

    This is not a "resort" but you won't find a more beautiful, quiet campground!

  • John R.
    Aug. 20, 2022

    Douthat State Park Campground

    Amazing Park With Everything You Need!

    This park is in one of my favorite parts of VA. Very beautiful area with plenty of off grid seclusion! It’s a nice scenic drive getting to the park on a quiet and well maintained back road.

    The rangers at the park are very knowledgeable and kind and have no problem answering questions. There are many camping areas in the park, Some near creeks and on the lake as well. There are also cabins here! Plenty of picnic areas and great fishing as well!

    It’s $8 a day for a fishing pass and you can rent John boats or kayaks here as well, In season the lake and creek are stocked with plenty of Rainbow trout. You can keep them for dinner if you like! Just follow all DNR laws on size and amount!

    Some spots include clean bathrooms, hot showers, soda machines, fish fillet tables, Picnic tables, fire pits and so on.

    I highly recommend this park for your next getaway or along your way!

  • PopandNana D.
    Sep. 6, 2018

    Loft Mountain Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    Loft Mountain Campground in Shenandoah National Park

    In our opinion this is the best campground in Shenandoah National Park. Sites are large and many offer privacy. Sites include fire ring and picnic tables. Some of the sites have a mountain view where you can watch the sunset. The campground has great facilities including flush toilets, hot and cold running water, indoor showers ($1.75 for 5 minutes), laundromat, camp store with groceries, camping supplies, wine and beer, sandwiches, and morning coffee. The sites are $15 per night in this campground, and there is an entrance fee into Shenandoah National Park (we paid $30 for a week). The Appalachian Trail runs thru this campground and offers some great hiking.

  • Emilia F.
    Oct. 17, 2019

    Sun Retreats Shenandoah Valley

    Great Summer Location

    We recently stayed in one of the cottages. The cottage had a basic kitchen with sink, plenty of counter space, mini fridge, and some utensils and dishes. Perfect for the simple life! There were multiple picnic tables out back of the unit with a fire ring and of course lake front not even a stones throw away. The campground has plenty of activities from multiple playgrounds to activities every weekend. They rent golf carts which it great because the place is huge. There is also a very small fishing pond in the campground.

  • Dave V.
    Sep. 7, 2016

    Seneca State Forest

    Enjoy long mountain views! Thorny Mountain Fire Tower

    We spent several days in Seneca State Forest. I want to highlight the Thorny Mountain Fire Tower for this review.

    Renting and staying in the Thorny Mountain Fire Tower is a special opportunity...and I believe everyone should enjoy its uniqueness and solitude...for several reasons. One selfish reason is so that perhaps other State and National Forests would do the same thing...refurbish, but leave rustic remaining fire towers and rent them out like a campsite or cabin. There is much history and lore that is behind every fire tower.

    The Thorny Mountain Fire Tower was built by the CCC sometime around 1935...and is erected at an elevation of 3458 ft. Nearly 70 steps up the structure brings you to 3507 ft (by my gps). From that height, you get to enjoy long mountain views in both West Virginia and Virginia. The tower cabin structure has 360 views...11 windows and a windowed door...so you don't miss any of the show! It is not insulated, but then again it is not available during the winter months. There are no, I repeat, no amenities in the tower...but that's half the allure..only two spring cots/mattresses...four folding wooden chairs...and two tiny nightstands. Four can stay...but only two have the beds. My back preferred the floor. At the base of the tower there is a lockable structure that houses a pit latrine on one end and plenty of dry firewood on the other end. You do have a picnic table and fire ring on a gravel pad north of the tower base. No running water...period. So all water must be acquired 15-20 minutes down the mountain at the Park Headquarters (which also has the only showers/bathrooms(2)...and laundry room...super clean!). The State Park employees that operate the headquarters there are the most kind, gracious and hospitable folks you will find. You will need to reserve a spot far in advance...so don't leave it to the last minute.

    Our stay was memorable and pleasurable. While some might balk at the expense per night...it is the rare opportunity you are paying for. And...I will do it again in the future!

    Watching storms roll in across the mountain tops...fog settling into the valleys like white foaming rivers...being perched beside rainbows...moonlight piercing the night through your curtainless windows...and reveling in the surreal sunrises and sunsets did it for me! Your closest neighbor is waaay down the mountain.

    Note: Do not make my mistake and not listen closely to directions up to the tower. I took the first gravel road right...well...dirt road. It happens to be an unmaintained alternate service road to the tower...not good. Ordinary vehicles will be damaged...and two-wheel drive probably won't make it. My SUV survived, but I was questioning my sanity at times. The roads are gravel most the way up Thorny Mountain...and the last bit up to the tower had experienced recent washout from storms, so the going was rough but very doable.

    I think eight of the windows still open, and they provide slide screens to insert so the cross breeze is amazing day and night. But they must be removed and the windows shut when the rain rolls in or you will get wet. The roof does not have enough overhang to keep the rain out...nor does it amply cover the walk-around deck...so it'll drip on your noggin'. But hey, your camping...you're gonna get wet.

    Can't recommend the experience enough...who knows how long this type of opportunity will exist. Just Do It!

  • M
    Aug. 23, 2020

    Montebello Resort

    I had a nice time

    Montebello is a lovely campground. There are tent, RV sites and cabins with campground bathroom. There are showers, slop sink and laundry. The pond at front has stocked trout and a small lake in the back has bass and crappie. Suitable for paddle boats or kayak. There was also a playground for children. You check in at the cute store across the street.

    I stayed in the tent area. The site has a fine gravel pad, picnic table and fire ring. I was in site 2 near the lake. A crowd with chairs sat above my site on the hill that were rather noisy. But biggest drawback was distance to bathroom which I had to drive to.

    Lots of good trails nearby and a small one around the lake. I plan to return in the fall.

  • Cindy D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 7, 2019

    Loft Mountain Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    Shenandoah National Park

    We did not have a reservation and were lucky to get a site. It is a large campground with 200 sites for RV's & tent campers. The site we had was primitive, no water or electric, but had a picnic table, fire ring, & a bear box. Although the sites were close, they were situated to maximize privacy. The campgrounds had plenty of restrooms with flush toilets & sinks. The camp store has laundry facilities and showers that you must pay for, $1.75 for 5 minutes. The grounds and facilities are very clean. An added bonus, you can access the Appalachian Trail right from the campgrounds that provides amazing views

  • Mary S.
    Oct. 12, 2018

    Loft Mountain Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    Camping in the national park is the best!

    Loft Mountain was the third stop on our tour of Shenandoah National Park. First stop traveling south on Skyline Drive was Mathews Arm and second was Big Meadows at about the halfway point. Loft Mountain is at about the 3/4 mark. These parks are well spaced for viewing and hiking in between each campground.

    I'm a big fan of campgrounds in national parks. Why do I like this one? Pretty much the same reasons as I liked the other Shenandoah campgrounds:

    • All the basic needs are available in a scenic setting.

    • Generator-free sections (because I hate noisy generators)

    • About 75% of the sites are first-come, first-served sites so you should always be able to find a site if you arrive early.

    • The $15 price is a bargain and our Lifetime Senior Pass cuts the fee in half.

    • Hiking: There's a lot to keep you busy in the entire national park, but rainy, foggy weather kept us from exploring as much as we'd like. We'll be back!

    Things to Know About the Sites

    • Some sites have food storage boxes. Use them as an alternative to keeping food locked in your vehicle.

    • Walk-to tent sites: It's not a long walk to your site from a designated parking spot.

    • I was surprised to see that most sites (other than walk-to tent sites) have long, pull through parking pads, and most have a grass buffer (and possibly a few trees) separating the site from the road. These asphalt pads can accommodate RVs of all sizes and have a spacious area behind the pull through with a picnic table, fire ring and room for a tent. Great sites!

    • Generator-free sites in loop F and part of G are reservable sites. If you want one of these sites, I recommend a reservation. See the site map photo.

    Amenities

    • Restrooms with a utility sink outside some of them

    • Potable water and trash/recycling stations are spread throughout the park. These are all shown on the site map photo.

    • Camp store with ice, wood and limited food choices is a short walk from the campground entrance.

    • Showers: $1.75 for 5.25 minutes. These are located in a restroom near the campstore and look new. There is a handicapped accessible shower/bathroom combination.

    • Laundry facility near the camp store

  • Kate K.
    Jul. 7, 2019

    Loft Mountain Campground — Shenandoah National Park

    Pleasantly surprised

    I’ll admit, I was slightly skeptical booking this place. I don’t really dig large group areas and car camping much anymore... but this place was pretty cool. We got a walk in site, so our tent was way far away from cars and other people. The site included a fire pit w/grill grate, picnic table, and metal bear box. We did have any neighboring campers that we could see or hear, just a few groups off in the distance. There was a convenience camp store that came in super handy. It also offered showers (for $1.75), laundry, and hot coffee, among other things. The campsite was tucked between some really nice hiking areas, so we didn’t have to go far to check stuff out. I absolutely approve of this place. Recommended.


Guide to Steeles Tavern

Cabins near Steeles Tavern, Virginia provide rustic to modern lodging options in the Blue Ridge foothills at elevations averaging 1,800 feet. Winter temperatures typically drop to the low 30s while summer highs reach the mid-80s with frequent afternoon thunderstorms. The area's unique positioning between Shenandoah National Park and George Washington National Forest creates microclimates where cabin conditions can vary significantly within short distances.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: Montebello Resort offers cabin stays with access to two fishing areas where guests don't need a license for the trout pond. "The trout pond is not what they make it out to be on the website. It's a very small pond with zero shade at the entrance of the resort. It is not catch and release, it is catch and keep, whatever you catch, you pay for power pound," explains one visitor at Montebello Resort.

Waterfall hikes: Rental cabins at Crabtree Falls Campground provide direct access to one of Virginia's tallest waterfalls. "Crabtree Falls is a mile up the road and very easy to get to the trail head. The AT is also close by and easily accessed," notes one camper who stayed in the tent sites but visited the falls during their stay.

Safari adventures: Cabin accommodations at Natural Bridge-Lexington KOA position families within walking distance of wildlife encounters. "This campground is open year round and is right off the highway. There is a gas station right next to it as well as a safari park," shares a frequent visitor who appreciates the convenient location for family activities.

What campers like

River proximity: Many cabin rentals feature waterfront locations with natural soundscapes. "Our campsite was at the end of a row, which made it great for taking the dogs on little walks away from the campsite. Nice clean restrooms, and cute little store where you can get items you might have left at home. Staff was very nice. It was a great jumping point to visit the craft breweries in the area & to access the trail at Crabtree Falls," reports a visitor to Crabtree Falls Campground.

Fully-equipped kitchens: While basic cabins offer minimal cooking facilities, vacation rentals at Love Ridge Mountain Lodging provide complete kitchen setups. "In January of 2022 the original owners, the Smiths, retired and Royal Oaks became Love Ridge Mountain Lodging," explains a reviewer noting the property's recent transition to new ownership.

Private settings: Some cabin options feature secluded layouts with natural buffers. "We stayed in the mountain view cabin lower level with our two dogs. The upstairs neighbors were probably as quiet as they could be but you could still hear them walking around and using the plumbing," explains a Montebello Resort visitor who appreciated the cabin's location but noted the sound considerations.

What you should know

Seasonal availability: Many rental cabins close during winter months or operate with reduced services. "The campground had everything we needed without unnecessary frills. Full hookups, but no Wi-Fi or anything that high up in the mountains. Didn't even miss it," notes a visitor to Stoney Creek Resort describing the basic but functional setup.

Limited connectivity: Cell service and internet access vary significantly between properties. "The location of the campground is remote with zero cell coverage or wifi, and other than the store on-site, there isn't much outside of a few hiking trails, within 30 minutes. Roughly 45 minutes away are from some breweries and wineries," reports a visitor to Montebello Resort.

Shower facilities: Cabin shower setups range from private bathrooms to communal facilities with usage fees. "The shower was about 0.3 miles away. They charge $5 for 10 min, which you have to pay in quarters," notes a visitor describing the facilities at Loft Mountain Campground in Shenandoah National Park.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Cabins at Walnut Hills Campground & RV Park include recreation areas for children. "There is a very nice playground and a pet exercise area. You can fish in the lake though we didn't catch anything," reports a visitor who appreciated the family-friendly amenities.

Wildlife viewing: Many cabin locations feature opportunities to observe local animals. "We were certainly surprised to have a deer family join us during dinner. The mountain remained fogged in for most of our stay, but hikes on the AT and Doyles Falls were stunning," shares a visitor to Loft Mountain Campground.

Entertainment options: Look for cabin rentals with on-site activities for rainy days. "They had an awesome pool that was heated, hot tubs, mini golf and good playgrounds. My kids were in heaven," describes a visitor to Shenandoah Valley Campground who found plenty to keep children engaged.

Tips from RVers

Site selection: For cabin campers who also bring RVs, consider specific location requests. "While my initial feeling was one of a run down campground, it's obvious the new owners are working to make it better. The bathhouse is nice as is the pool. Our site 33 was full hookup and a very nice, mostly level, spacious, and had a covered picnic table on a deck," explains a visitor to Walnut Hills Campground & RV Park.

Cabin alternatives: RV travelers sometimes choose cabin rentals during maintenance needs. "We stopped here after a failed hitch caused damage to the truck and trailer. They were very accommodating and treated us like family. Great place for kids," shares a visitor to Shenandoah Valley Campground who unexpectedly needed alternative accommodations.

Utility considerations: When booking cabins, check the electrical outlet configurations. "Electric sites have 20a, 30a, and 50a hookups so small trailers can use a normal extension cord," notes a visitor to Misty Mountain Camp Resort who appreciated the practical electrical setup.

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Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Steeles Tavern, VA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Steeles Tavern, VA is Crabtree Falls Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 20 reviews.

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