When it comes to gift-giving over the holidays, there’s nothing better than a thoughtful experience to develop a meaningful memory that can be remembered and treasured!
If you want an experience well off the beaten path, this ‘Hobbit Hole’ Airbnb, situated in a Virginia valley of the Blue Ridge Mountains, is a picture-perfect destination for a quiet, unplugged weekend.
How to live like a Hobbit in the Shire near D.C.
To live like a Hobbit and feel like you’ve been transported to the Shire without having to travel all the way to New Zealand, this local Airbnb host offers a stay at a two unique fully furnished ‘Hobbit-Hole’ just two hours from the District!
Tucked into the Shenandoah Valley near Broadway, Virginia, in a rural wooded setting, you can spend your weekend at one of these cozy underground cottages that come complete with a long list of amenities that make these places perfect for a weekend getaway this winter.
The two Hobbit Holes are:
Amenities included in the Hobbit Hole are:
- Fireplace
- A waffle iron (+ waffle mix & all necessary ingredients)
- Heated floors
- Waterfall showers
- Full kitchen
- High-speed wifi
- Outdoor firepit

What to do during your stay
During the winter, the Shenandoah Valley is known to get more snow than the DMV area, so be sure you pack your snow shoes, and it might even be a fun idea to bring a sled!
If the cold conditions aren’t perfect for an outdoor adventure during the day, no problem! This Hobbit-Hole is a cozy paradise, just set up a nice little fire in the fireplace, and cuddle up with some hot chocolate that you’ve brought or some of the complimentary tea/coffee offered to all visitors.
If there isn’t snow on the ground, you’ll have an even better opportunity to hike around the area and enjoy the sprawling gardens of wild flowers in the area that are maintained by the hosts!