Big Meadows Lodge: Shenandoah National Park, Luray, Virginia

Big Meadows Lodge opens May 22, 2009. Closes noon, November 8, 2009.

Reservations for the 2009 & 2010 seasons are being taken now.
2011 Reservations will be taken beginning Tuesday - January 12, 2010
at 8:00am Eastern time.

(Mile 51.2, Skyline Drive)

Big Meadows Lodge is named for a large grassy meadow near the lodge where deer often graze.The main lodge was built with stones cut from the Massanutten Mountain in 1939 by the CCC and mountain laborers. The interior structure of the lodge, including the paneling, is made from native chestnut trees, which are now virtually extinct.

The main lodge has 29 cozy, little rooms and was placed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 28, 1997. The Spottswood Dining Room, New Market Taproom and Craft Shop are located in the main lodge building. The New Market Taproom offers a lighter fare menu plus nightly family-friendly entertainment free to all Park guests.

The Main Lodge along with five cabins and six multi-unit buildings - located within a short walking distance of the lodge - sit on approximately 10 acres of Park land. There are a variety of lodging options to choose from. Byrd Visitor Center is located one mile from the lodge and tells the unique story of Shenandoah through exhibits, displays and film.

Amenities, Policies & Fees	Directions and map	Entertainment Calendar
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Guest rooms and rates

Stay in main lodge, standard, deluxe or superior guest rooms, suites or cozy cabins.
Some rooms with satellite TV, AC. Inquire at time of booking.
Limited number of pet friendly rooms available.
No phones in guest rooms. Pay phones in service areas.
All rooms are smoke-free environments.

2009 Rates	Sun - Thur	Fri & Sat	Fall Season 9/25 - 11/07/09
Main Lodge Rooms	$ 84-124	$ 94-134	$ 89-124	$ 99-134
Superior Room	$130	$152	$134	$152
Deluxe Rooms	$139	$149	$139	$149
Standard Rooms	$ 92	$100	$ 99	$109
1-Bedroom Suite	$144	$159	$149	$159
Cabin Rooms	$ 99	$109	$ 99	$109

	Main Lodge Rooms 1 dlb or 2 twins. Limited w/2 dlb beds Coffee maker and clock-radio Tub shower or just shower No in-room phone
	Standard Rooms 2 dlb. beds Coffee, maker, clock-radio No in-room phones Porch
	Deluxe Rooms 1 king bed Sofa bed Fireplace Coffee maker, clock-radio TV w/satellite reception Porch No in-room phone
	1 & 2 Bedroom Suites 1 king or 2 dlb. beds LR w/fireplace Sleeper sofa Coffee maker, mini-frig Clock-radio No in-room phones
	Cabin Rooms 1 dlb bed Coffee maker, clock-radio Some rooms w/fireplace Some cabins w/connecting rooms No in-room phone
	Superior Rooms 2 queen beds Satellite TV, AC Coffee maker, clock-radio Ceiling fans Patio or Balcony No in-room phones

Fall weekend rates will be in effect on the following dates: May 22, 23 & 24, July 2, 3 & 4, September 4, 5 & 6 and November 26, 27 & 28, 2009.
All rates based on single/double occupancy. A $2.50 NPS utility pass-through will be added to room rate, per room, per night. This fee is to help recover the cost of utilities in the Park. The price of utilities is much higher in remote elevated locations such as Shenandoah. Rates at Big Meadows Lodge subject to 5% state tax and 4% occupancy tax.
Each additional person - $11.00. Roll-away bed - $11.00.

Pet Policy

$25.00 per pet/per night, non-refundable cleaning fee charged for pet rooms.
No more than two well-behaved pets per room permitted. Service animals always allowed. Pet owners will be liable for any additional cleaning bills or repairs should they be required.
Limited rooms available. Please inquire about room at time of booking reservation.
Pets must be declared at check-in. In consideration of all guests, pets must be attended at all times. Your pet cannot be left alone in your room unless in a portable kennel.
Pets cannot be tied or left unattended on balconies.
Pets must be on a leash at all times while in the Park. Check the Park's website for their current policy
Pets are not permitted in any public building. Service animals always allowed.
When walking pets on the property, please be considerate of other guests and clean up after your pet.
Mutt mitts are located in your room.