Elkton, Virginia is a town of about 2,900 residents that sits in the Shenandoah Valley in the northwest part of the state, according to the town's website. It is close to Shenandoah National Park and Monongahela National Forest. It is approximately 136 miles southwest of Washington, D.C. and 38 miles northwest of Charlottesville. One of the local attractions is the Miller-Kite House Museum which once served as the headquarters to General Stonewall Jackson. The museum houses items from the Civil War era.
Bed and Breakfasts
Lady Rockingham
The Garden Gate Inn Bed and Breakfast
This inn was built at the turn of the 20th century. Each room is decorated in a unique garden theme. The rooms feature air conditioning, a TV with a VCR and a sound machine. Outside, paths wind around the house to outdoor garden "rooms." A full breakfast is included in the price of the room.
The Garden Gate Inn Bed and Breakfast
403 East Rockingham St.
Elkton, VA 22827
(540) 298-1611
ladyrockingham.com
Resorts/Cabins
Massanutten Resort
Although this resort isn't located within Elkton, it is located a mere five miles away from town. The resort features a number of activities, including ski slopes, an indoor/outdoor water park, golf courses and a spa. There are various places to dine and the resort offers special meals, such as a Beer Lovers Dinner, a Winemakers Dinner and a Murder Mystery Dinner. Also, you can use the resort to book activities such as horseback riding and canoeing. Regular hotel-style rooms or condos are available. The resort offers special packages that provide a room and passes for amenities.
Massanutten Resort
1822 Resort Drive
McGaheysville, VA 22840
(540) 289-9441
massresort.com
Lewis Mountain Cabins
These cabins are located within the park, so you'll need to purchase a park pass to enter. Single and double room cabins with showers are available. A sheltered fire pit provides a place to cook and a camp store for supplies is located nearby. The rooms are minimally furnished and are only available between April and November.
Lewis Mountain Cabins
Skyline Drive north of the Swift Run Gap entrance to Shenandoah National Park off Route 33
Elkton, VA 22827
(866) 875-8456
nationalparkreservations.com/shenandoah_lewismtn.htm
Motels
For those looking for an affordable hotel within the town of Elkton, there are a few options.
Elkton Motel
This is a family motel with single and double rooms.
Elkton Motel
17597 Spotswood Trail
Elkton, VA 22827
(540) 298-1463
Misty Mountain Motel
This family motel offers free coffee to guests.
Misty Mountain Motel
19961 Spotswood Trail
Elkton, VA 22827
(540) 298-9771
About The Author
Lisa Carroll is a writer living and working in the Washington, D.C. area. After graduating with a journalism degree from the University of Maryland in 2005, she worked in publishing. Now, as a public relations professional, she writes on a daily basis. Her writing has appeared in The Washington Diplomat, The Prince George's Post and CUA Magazine.
