Skyland Resort, first called Stony Man Camp, was begun in 1886 by George Freeman Pollock, Jr. Influential in establishing Shenandoah as a national park, Pollock chose the perfect spot for his summer retreat. At 3,680 feet, which is now the highest point on the Skyline Drive, Pollock had breathtaking views of the Shenandoah Valley.

Quite different from its 19th century origins, Skyland today offers visitors 177 lodging units, ranging from quaint rustic cabins to spacious suites with spectacular vistas.

Big Meadows Lodge: the name comes from the large, grassy meadow near the resort. At an elevation of 3,510 feet, legend has it that the meadow was kept open by native tribes to encourage the growth of wild berries and to attract deer, elk, and bison to graze. Today deer are still seen here, particularly during the evening and early morning hours.

Accommodations at historic Big Meadows range from 25 rooms in the main lodge to 72 additional rooms in rustic cabins, multi-unit lodges and modern suites. The original lodge was built in 1939 by the Civilian Conservation Corps private contractors, and mountain labor with stones cut from Massanutten Mountain. The entire interior structure of the lodge, including the paneling is made from native oak and chestnut trees. Chestnuts are virtually extinct due to the chestnut blight that arrived in this country in 1905.

Features

• 140 rooms, 6 handicapped equipped room
• Room amenities: non smoking and smoking rooms, private bath, patio/balcony
• 1 restaurant (seasonal), bar/lounge
• Children welcome, free under 15
• Entertainment, playground, gift shop, horseback riding, hiking trails

Rates*
Rates are per room per night including room tax. Any meal or other inclusions in the price are mentioned above in the Features section. 

*midweek is Sun - Fri, weekend is Sat. Closed for the season from 25 Nov - 21 March

Area Highlights

Located on the Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park. 

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