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Our Chalets are located nearby the Shenandoah National Park, Skyline Drive, Skyline Caverns, Shenandoah River State Park, State Arboretum of Virginia and right at the top of our mountain is the Appalachian Trail!

Summer at Hot Tub Heaven - what's there to do? Lots! more info

The Chalets are in the heart of Virginia Wine Country! Explore dozens of wineries within 30 minutes of the Chalet! Including our mountain winery, Fox Meadow. Click here for a map of the local wineries.

You will also enjoy access to our community's Deer Lake (click here for a picture) - enjoy fishing, swimming and picnics just down the road from the Chalets. HTH #2, #7 and #8 are within walking distance of Deer Lake. The other chalets are just minutes away by car. No fishing license is required at Deer Lake. Enjoy fishing for Bass, Perch, Carp, Catfish and watch for the cute turtles!
Remember to bring the Chalet's recreation pass with you to the lake Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Enjoy our amazing Onsite Massage Therapy! Therapist travels to your Chalet! It is a genuine treat! To book your in cabin massage, call the therapist, Cheryl, at 540.631.4866. Massages are $60/hour -- but wait!!! Cheryl is now running a special and massages are now buy one at full price get the second massage for just $45/hour!! Click Here for detailed information including, how to contact Cheryl and previous guests' massage testimonials.

Front Royal of Warren County, Virginia

Learn About our town's Amazing History - more info

Activities for Kids ~ and for the kid in all of us!

What to do with kids (great for everyone)! - more info

Canoe, Kayak, Raft or Tube the Shenandoah River  

Front Royal Canoe - 540.635.5440 more info
They're only 15 minutes away from the chalets and they're the best! Open April 1 - October 31.
Operating from 9 to 6 weekdays and from 7 - 7 on the weekends.
Please tell them we sent you! Coupons available at the Chalets for your River Trip! Dog friendly too!


Go Exploring

• Skyline Drive - 800.999.4714  more info
• Sky Meadows State Park - 540.592.3556
• Shenandoah River State Park - 800.933.PARK more info
• George Washington National Forest - 540.984.4101 more info
• Luray Caverns - 540.743.6551  
• Skyline Caverns - 800.296.4545  more info

• Hiking - more info
• Fishing - more info
• Boating - more info
• Bicycling - more info
• Forest /Hunting - more info

Visit Historic Places

• Monticello - Charlottesville, VA; 804.984.9822  
• Harpers Ferry - Harpers Ferry, WV; 304.535.6928  
• Manassas Battlefield - Manassas, VA; 703.361.1339  
• Belle Grove Plantation - Middletown, VA; 540.869.2028
• Stonewall Jackson's Headquarters - Winchester, VA; 540.667.3432

Museums

• Mt. Vernon - Mt. Vernon, VA; 703.780.2000
• Smithsonian Institute - Washington, DC  
• National Air & Space Museum - Washington, DC; 202.357.1300

Golfing

• Shenandoah Valley Golf Club - Front Royal, VA; 540.636.4653  more info
• Jackson's Chase Pine Hills Golf Club - Middletown, VA; 540.635.7814  more info
• Bowling Green Country Club North - Front Royal, VA; 540.635.2095 more info

Amusement Parks

• Paramount's Kings Dominion -  
Rollercoasters, Splashtacular Water Park, Nickelodeon Central and so much more...
Situated 20 miles North of Richmond, Virginia. It is a two-hour drive from the Chalet.
• Splashdown Water Park - Manassas, VA; 703.361.4551  

Other ideas...  

• Charles Town Races and Slots - (about 40 min away) Charles Town, WV
• Blue Ridge Hot Air Balloons - Front Royal, VA; 877.RIDE AIR  
• Cass Aviation Airplane Rides - Front Royal, VA; 540.635.3570 more info
• Marriott Dude Ranch Horseback Riding - Hume, VA; 540.364.3221
• Royal Horseshoe Farm Horseback Riding & Trail Rides - Front Royal, VA; 540.636.6375 more info
• Royal Cinemas - Front Royal, VA; 540.635.6080
• The Valley Center for Performing Art - Strasburg, VA; 540.465.5220

Vineyards

Map of Local Wineries - click here
• Fox Meadow Vineyards - 540.636.6777
• Linden Vineyards - 540.364.1997 more info
• Oasis Winery and Vineyard - 757.489.3686  more info
• Deer Meadow Vineyard - 800.653.6632  
• Shenandoah Vineyards - 540.984.8699  
• Rappahannock Cellars - 540.635.9398 

Restaurants - local, privately owned restaurants offering great food for every taste.  

• Element - A casual alternative for fine dining. Mon-Sat 11am-3pm & Tues-Sat 5pm-11pm.
206 S Royal Ave, Front Royal, VA; Phone 540-636-9293;
• Soul Mountain Restaurant - Southern, Cajun and Caribbean cuisine. Daily 12am-9pm.
300 E Main St, Front Royal, VA; Phone 540-636-0070
• Lucky Star Lounge - Tasty lunches & dinners! Often offering live music!
205A East Main St, Front Royal, VA; Phone 540-635-5297
• Wine & Duck - Delicious Duck dishes & Wine with burgers & sandwiches too in a romantic setting.
117 E. Main St, Front Royal, VA; Phone 540-636-1000
• Apartment 2G - "A Unique Dining Experience". open every Sat 6:30-8:30; make reservations.
206 S Royal Ave., Front Royal, VA; Phone 540-636-7306;
• Brother's Pizza - Great Pizza and they deliver to the Chalet!!! $7 min. order for delivery.
450-C Commerce Ave., Front Royal, VA; Phone 540-636-6060
• L Dees Pancake House - Fantastic breakfast; open until 2pm; cash only…
522 East Main Street, Front Royal, VA; Phone 540-635-3791
• County Seat Pub And Eatery - Great sandwiches, salads, cookies & pies...
104 South Royal Avenue, Front Royal, VA; Phone 540-636-8884
• The Apple House - Real good BBQ, apple dumplings & fried doughnuts...
I-66 and Rt. 55, Linden, VA; Phone 540-636-6329
• Spelunker's - Frozen Custard & Cavern Burgers… Do I need to say more?
116 South Street, Front Royal, VA; Phone 540-631-0300
• Main Street Mill - For a good all-around meal in Old Town Front Royal...
500 East Main Street, Front Royal, VA 22630; Phone 540.636.3123
• Melting Pot Pizza - Glorious, glutinous deep dish pizza - yum!...
138 West 14th Street, Front Royal, VA; Phone 540-636-6146
• Violino Ristorante Italiano - Amazing Italian Restaurant in Winchester...
181 North Loudoun Street, Winchester, VA; Phone 540.667.8006
• Griffin Tavern - A social gathering place for everyone! Really good!
659 Zachary Taylor Hwy, Flint Hill, VA; Phone 540-675-3227

Activities for Kids ~ or for the kid in all of us!

• Skyline Caverns
One of the only places on Earth where rare Anthodites are displayed, the guided tour is as much impressive as it is educational. Whether it's your first time underground, or you're an expert, our staff of knowledgeable and well trained guides is ready to answer any question. More Info (540) 635-4545

• Front Royal is the Canoe Capital of Virginia.
Front Royal Canoe Company offers canoe, tube, kayak or raft trips down the South Fork of the Shenandoah River. Enjoy full moon floats, mid-week discounts and hourly, half, full and multi-day trips. With bait, tackle, and fishing licenses you can make your canoe trip a fishing trip! More Info (800) 270-8808

• Dinosaur Land
Step into the world of the prehistoric past, where visitors can turn back the pages of time to the Mesozoic era, where dinosaurs were the only creatures that roamed the earth. More Info (540) 869-2222

• Family Drive-In Theater.
Nothing that I can think of could be more enjoyable than spending a warm summer evening with special people, viewing an enjoyable movie under the stars. What a treat! More Info (540) 665-6982 call for features and times.

• Luray Zoo
The Luray Zoo is well known for it's personable atmosphere and loads of animal fun! It also boasts one of the best snake collections on the East Coast, has an interactive petting zoo, live educational animal shows, and mammals and exotic birds from around the world and is only about 25 miles south of Front Royal. More Info (540) 743-4113

• Fantasyland Playground
Corner of Commerce Avenue and Warren Avenue ~ Come enjoy a Robert Leather Designed Playground. There are lots of equipment for climbing, sliding and fun! It was built by many volunteers of the local community. It is located in the Lion's Park. (540)635-7750

• Massanutten Resort Water Park
Getting wet has never been so much fun! Zip through the twists and turns of the new indoor/outdoor Waterpark tube slides. Massanutten Resort's newest addition has 42,000 square feet of indoor water excitement, another 42,000 square feet of dining, retail, arcade games, and over 80,000 square feet of outdoor Waterpark adventure. The waterpark is open to the public. (540) 437-3340

• Golfing
Bowling Green Country Club North & South. Where the Skyline is only a short drive away ... Breathtaking and Beautiful!! Wonderful views of the Blue Ridge Mountains that create beautiful foliage and scenic vistas. Take your pick of any of our golf courses. More Info (540)635-2095

Fun Links...

• Weather - Front Royal, VA 5-Day Forecast  website
• WTOPNews.com - Washington News, Traffic and Weather Station  website

Helpful Info...

Veterinary Clinic
• Warren County Vet Clinic - 540.635.4176    

Towing Services
• Tharpe's Garage - 540.635.7359
• Midway Towing - 540.636.6602   

Taxi Services
• Elwood Cab Company - 540.631.1306
• Yellow Cab of Shenandoah - 540.622.6060

Emergency Response DIAL 911
• Police Department Front Royal
• Company 4, Linden Fire Company

Churches
• Local and Area Front Royal Churches (link)