Family-friendly vacation rentals in Fredericksburg

The Nest is nothing short of magical. Perched high above Chester Gap Valley, it feels like a slice of paradise—a serene haven wrapping you in a warm embrace. The calm, comfort, and peace are amplified by the rolling hills and tranquil surroundings. If you're escaping the hustle of DC or seeking a refreshing retreat, this is it. Julie is the epitome of a gracious host. Her warm hospitality shines through every detail of this impeccable home. Beyond its pristine cleanliness, it exudes charm and character, showcasing the care and love poured into crafting this beautiful space. From the unique decor to the thoughtful touches, it's not just a stay—it's an experience. As we departed, our spirits felt lifted, refreshed, and inspired. Without a doubt, this was one of our best Airbnb stays. We will certainly return. If you're scrolling through listings unsure, don't worry—you'll just *know*. Trust your instincts; The Nest is the one.

The chalet was a perfect home base for our stay in the valley over a birthday weekend. Derek gave us clear instructions ahead of time, we had no trouble getting in. We were able to just crash and watch TV the first night in front of the electric fireplace. Second night we hit the hot tub which we needed after a long hike. We found good restaurants in Front Royal and Luray (Osteria Maria, Chop House Bistro) and for coffee in the morning Broad Porch. Check out was also easy, we just needed to strip the beds and take out the trash. And of course we loved being able to bring our doggo. My fiancee had previously been hosted by Derek and we would definitely stay here again.

Very private location. The house was a nice cabin with spectacular views and comfortable furnishings. Very spotty Verizon cell service, but wifi worked very well for calling and internet. Would recommend for a private get-away.

The only part of the stay that didn't get 5 stars was that it wasn't quite as secluded as I'd hoped for. There are a number of homes on the road to the cabin, and a thin line of trees breaks the view. Admittedly unless you're looking for the other houses you don't notice them, so I got past that quickly enough. That said, the cabin was perfect, clean, cozy and everything worked as stated. Having grown up in the country, but living in a city now, I felt the stress melt away as soon as I stepped into the massive yard where my son and I spent a lot of time playing soccer and other sports. My son and wife really enjoyed the hot tub. The location is 15 minutes away from Luray which meant that the stars were amazing for the brief break in the clouds we got, but that it was close enough to get groceries and take out as needed. Plus it's about 20 minutes away from Front Royal so there are places to go and enjoy like Skyline or Luray Caverns. Jackie was a great and responsive host!

Our stay had everything and more! Kathryn was wonderful and responsive and our group all felt at home immediately. We would love to return!

Connie's Rock Cottage was amazing! much thought was put into this cottage. Firewood and fire starter for the wood stove on chilly nights, robes we used for getting to and from the private hot tub just steps outside the back door,map of entire 550 acres of land including the wonderful paved walkway which meanders through the property. This was the mosr exceptionally prepared kitchen we have seen in out travels. Tons of utensils, a full set of potsand pans, dish towels, trivets, cutting boards and cooking sheets! We love to cook together when we travel and this kitchen was big enough for 2! We got some amazing pictures all over the farm. The lack of light pollution allowed us to enjoy the stars and Pink Full Moon in all their glory! We will be back to enjoy this cottage again!

We absolutely LOVED the cabin and didn't want to leave. It was beautiful, a great mix of rustic and modern. We appreciated the fully stocked kitchen and shampoo/conditioner/body wash in the bathrooms. We enjoyed having the hot tub and the fire pit. The beds were comfy. It was a peaceful and a fantastic trip. We plan to stay again in the future.

We highly enjoyed our stay at Brian’s place. The view is spectacular! Pics cannot capture it. It was definitely a huge highlight for us. Brian is an excellent and very responsive host. From the directions to find the house to local recommendations, communication was proactive and super helpful. The house itself had everything we needed and was spotless. Highly recommend!

Absolutely loved stay at Miguel’s place! The neighborhood offered several delicious food options and the space was immaculate. It was a quick 15 min drive wherever we wanted to visit. This will definitely be on our list for our next trip to DC.

Monica and Traci were extremely thoughtful with details in their space and were always available (with quick responses). Parking was a huge asset! If we ever come back to Washington we would definitely stay here again!

Melinda’s apartment was so homey and inviting. We loved spending time here. It was the perfect place to relax and a great jumping off point for all the sites we wanted to see. The neighborhood was quiet and the space had everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again!

Kristiane’s home was the perfect place for me and my two friends to stay in for our Foxcroft Reunion weekend. The home is lovely, updated and the perfect location. Kristiane is a great host who thought of every detail to make her home welcoming.

Cari’s place was great, English basement so limited natural light but didn’t really matter since we were out and about all day and the place is very cosy and clean! Great location due to being close to the metro and Cari was a responsive and helpful host! Thank you Cari!

If you want a rustic log cabin, this is as good as it gets. The place was awesome. Fireplaces were great. Great beds. Comfortable couches. If you’re looking for seclusion, this probably isn’t the space, but we knew that going into the stay!

Such a lovely, comfortable home. Everything we needed. Loved the location. The neighborhood was extremely quiet and neighbors were friendly. There's a park with walking trails and lake half a mile walk away. The house was perfect. Relaxing. Comfortable beds and bedding. The record player was an added bonus, as were the puzzles and board games for the rainy days. Communication was excellent. Answered any questions quickly and was very helpful. Would definitely stay here again.

Natasha was super friendly always willing to help her place had everything where it should be. We would love to stay there again.

We loved using the pool and the patio/grill area. The view and the landscaping are beautiful. The owner was helpful and responsive; she supplied firewood and charcoal. Plenty of dining space both indoors and out. Good A/C.

Location was perfect proximity to GWU as well as national landmark and Capital. Easy walk to Georgetown as well. Close to metro. Very quiet and comfortable. Place meet description. Although didn’t really do any cooking ourselves, the Kitchen was great and well equipped. Would stay here again.

This place was great. Greg had clear communication and the apartment was very clean. The location is hard to beat here. The only place I went that wasn’t a quick walk and/or short metro ride away was the Nationals stadium. I had a family of five, and this was plenty of space. I would stay here again!

We were a three-generation family of 5 who had a truly great stay here. It was super clean and has character. We were happy for the coffee, ease of parking, and local places to go. Was so great to be in a lovely neighborhood that was a short drive to the National Mall. Nathan was helpful, friendly, and responsive. Kids loved the board games. Thank you so much for a fantastic DC trip!!

Hidden Gem definitely deserves its name! Beautiful views with things to do in the area. My girlfriend and I enjoyed our weekend getaway!!

Lovely place. Tons of space in the suite, beautiful views and Maud is a great host.

Very responsive host. Clean space in a great location!

Rebecca and Tyler were super responsive, even when I had a lot of questions. The place was clean and private. The decor is adorable and the place was very quiet. It was exactly what I was looking for.