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974 Cross Mountain Road, Luray, VA 22835
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Once Upon a Mountain
Ranked #2 of 16 Luray B&B and Inns
5.0 of 5 stars 128 Reviews
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  • Hot tub(8)
  • Skyline Drive(4)
  • Would highly recommend(3)
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Snowed in at Halloween at Once Upon A Mountain”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 November 2011
1
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This is a very cozy, cabin-like B&B with stunning Appalachian views and great amenities (especially the Queen suite, which we stayed in). We came up for a weekend of autumn sightseeing on October 28, and got snowed in the next day. Betsy fixed us a breakfast despite the power going out for four hours. Both Betsy and the owner Crista went out of their way to make us feel comfortable for what turned out to be a day of what my girlfriend called "forced relaxation." Crista fixed us a great dinner, and Betsy fixed us lunch, so it turned into a B&B&L&D. Now the reason we were snowed in in the first place was because we did not have a 4-wheel drive vehicle. The road up to the B&B is a steep gravel road which requires a 4-wheel drive vehicle even in dry weather. So a 4-wheel drive with good tires is advised. The B&B is only about a five minute drive from downtown Luray. Crista was very welcoming and we sat around the dinner table after dinner talking about opera in Bavaria and other adventures. The two resident pooches, Willy and the aged but still-going Mr. Mack, were also good company. Highly recommended (with the proper vehicle).

Room Tip: Queen Suite. Not sure if the others have a jacuzzi or not. It was hard to get out.
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  • Stayed October 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Somerset, Pennsylvania
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Our 29th anniversary trip”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 October 2011
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person found this review helpful

My husband and I took a two day trip to Luray, VA on Oct. 6 & 7 to celebrate ouf 29th wedding anniversary. We went to Luray Caverns and Skyine Drive. We recommend Skyline drive but wait until closer to the end of October if you want to see the leaves in the peak season. Christa has a beautiful home and was a great host. We stayed two nights in the Sleeping Beauty Room. The best thing about our room was the bed. It was extremely comfortable and the sheets were very soft. Our only complaint was both nights we found at least half a dozen stink bugs on the curtains. If you dine at the Victorian Inn, make sure you eat before you go and take lots of money with. The meal was good but the menu is very limited and very expensive for the meal portions. We ate at Aritisin Grill and it was pretty good all around.

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Washington, DC
1 review
“Wonderful place to stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 October 2011

Crista was an amazing host! She is a lovely person and her B&B was amazing. The views are spectacular, the room was very comfortable, the breakfasts were delicious. The weather was not the best while we were there, but that did not diminish our enjoyment -- just means we must go back again!

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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London, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
“The perfect place to stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 September 2011

We have just returned from a 5 night stay at 'Once upon a Mountain' and we loved every minute! It is the perfect place to stay - very comfortable and in an idyllic setting. Christa is the perfect host and we could have not asked for anything more from either her or her beautiful home.
'Once upon a Mountain' is a great base for hiking in the Shenandoah National Park - walk all day and return to enjoy the accomodation (hammock, spa bath, hot tub, fire pit, deck and loungers!) in the evening. For lovely food, a visit to the Victoria Inn in Luray is a must.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Exactly what the doctor ordered”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 August 2011

My better half and I took a trip out to Luray from DC for a quick 24 hour recharge. Christine was so hospitable and had great recommendations for things to do. The property is as beautiful as it appears in the photos and we look forward to returning again soon!

  • Stayed April 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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