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A breathtaking property, Massanutten Resort® features 6,000 acres of mountain fun at its very best. Unique in both its size, variety of amenities, and outstanding condo and hotel accommodations, Massanutten has secured its spot as one of the premier all-seasons resort destinations on the East Coast.
| Resort Information | |
|---|---|
| Resort Name | Massanutten Resort® |
| Street Address | 1822 Resort Drive |
| City Name | Massanutten |
| State/Province | Virginia |
| Postal/Zip Code | 22840 |
| Country | USA |
| Phone Number | 540.289.9441 |
| Fax Number | 540.289.6981 |
| Check-in Time | 4 - 6 pm (depending on association) |
| Check-out Time | 10 am |
| Map Latitude | 38.4016°N |
| Map Longitutde | 78.7561°W |
As cooler weather sets in and the vibrant colors of autumn foliage emerge, we’re thrilled to embrace all things fall! Throughout October, we’re hosting a variety of themed events, activities, food, drinks, and more to celebrate the beauty of the season which includes:
Fall Day at VA BBQ - October 19 @ 11 am - 4 pm
BooBash - October 26 @ 10 am - 4 pm
Haunted Chairlift Rides - October 26 @ 6 - 9 pm
Thrill on the Hill - October 26 @ 8 pm - MIDNIGHT! (21+ only) And more!
The best days are here!
Choose from several different lodging packages for an authentic mountain getaway this fall at Virginia’s premier all-seasons Resort featuring 6,000 acres of mountain fun at its very best.
Add on to your experience with choices like - golf at one of our two 18-hole golf courses, a day spent at our award-winning Indoor WaterPark, relax at The Spa at Massanutten, and more!
Save 33% OFFSUNDAY General Admission WaterPark tickets with $5 arcade card. Book online using promo code WPFUNDAY24. This offer is NOT available in-person and must be purchased online at least one day in advance. This offer is not available with any other offer or discount. Discount valid for up to 4 admissions per itinerary. Discount valid on Sundays ONLY from 9.8.24 - 12.15.24. Blocked out dates: 11.24.24 & 12.1.24.
Read MoreBuy one hour on our Topgolf Swing Suites and get a second hour 50% OFF. Use promo code: swing50in24
Special available until September 2, 2024.
Get a $25 food and beverage voucher for $15 when you purchase at least one hour on our Topgolf Swing Suites. Use promo code: PerfectBreakFB24
Special available until September 2, 2024. This food and beverage voucher is ONLY valid at Perfect Break.
Current events feature League of Legends, Valorant, and Dota 2. Purchase an hour or more of gaming time and compete to be top of the leaderboard on these three games. The weekly winner of each event will receive 2 FREE WaterPark admission vouchers! (passes are valid for one year)
Didn't finish at the top? No worries - all weekly participants will be entered into a monthly drawing for 2 FREE WaterPark admission passes as well! Weekly winners will be notified on Sundays. Monthly winners will be notified on the last day of each month.
Read MoreThis state-of-the-art arcade has fun for all ages. From the latest video games to some of those classic redemption games, there will be something for everyone in the family. Come on in, enjoy the lights and excitement, and who knows, you might leave with some major prizes!
Weekly Specials Include:
Diamond Jim's Arcade Power Hour - Half price games to start the day! Valid for the first hour of operations only.
Free Play - Receive 2 hours of free play for only $30!
Bonus Value
Purchase $20 - Get an extra $5 value!
Purchase $30 - Get an extra $12 value!
Purchase $40 - Get an extra $18 value!
Purchase $50 - Get an extra $25 value!
Some game exclusions may apply to these specials.
Read MoreMassanutten is excited to host the second annual HeArt & SOUL Winter Fest weekend on January 9 - 13, 2025! This weekend event is perfect for the experienced outdoor adventurous to the person who wants to look fly and enjoy a cocktail by the fire! All generations are invited so grab your parents, grandparents, aunties, uncles, and the kids; there will be something for every age group to enjoy! Book your lodging now and SAVE 15% OFF your stay in any available condo.
Stay tuned for exciting 2025 updates & offers.
Read MoreOwn the season – Massanutten is where winter adventure awaits!
All ski season passes include more BONUS BENEFITS than ever before including buddy passes, discounts on repair & tuning service, first tracks, passholder appreciation events, Locals Cup race league access, discounts on lessons, lodging, dining, retail, and more!
Read MoreNOW OPEN! Massanutten's newest escape room is The Knights of the Golden Horseshoe Expedition! Unlock the secrets of the Knights of the Golden Horseshoe on Massanutten Mountain before time runs out.
Difficulty: Moderate | Address: 11473 Spotswood Trail, Massanutten, VA 22840
To book your escape room adventure, please call 540.289.4046, resort ext 65466, or use the below booking widget.
Read MoreWe are excited to announce the addition of a dog park for our four-legged friends! This dog park is located at James E. Lambert Park at Woodstone.
The park features a fenced in area that is split into two sides, one side for large dogs and another side for small dogs. Each side features a dog water fountain. The dog park is open to Resort guests and MPOA members only.
Small Dog Side - Under 25 lbs | Large Dog Side - Over 25 lbs
With a total length spanning 3,380 feet, ‘Mountain Mayhem’ is an exhilarating downhill experience covering 2,156 feet of terrain, with two 360-degree spirals along the track. Each ride will last approximately six minutes; an innovative design gives riders full control over their speed, granting a customized experience tailored to each individual's preference. Whether seeking an exhilarating, heart-pumping ride or a more leisurely ride to take in the coaster’s breathtaking views, the mountain coaster can reach speeds of up to 25 miles per hour.
The mountain coaster will feature both single rider and double rider tickets, allowing guests to experience the thrill together. Each ticket purchase includes two rides on the mountain coaster. Double riders must ensure their combined weight does not exceed 350 pounds. Ensuring the safety of all guests, single riders cannot be younger than 10 years old, and all children must be over the age of four.
Pricing info coming soon.
This attraction will be located at the Massanutten Family Adventure Park.
Read MoreOur newest beer collaboration with Basic City Beer Co. is Ready. Set. Session IPA. This beer is a light citrus and hops brew. Pairs well with 9 holes at Woodstone Meadows Golf Course.
This beer will be available for purchase at all resort dining locations, golf courses, and retail stores.
MASSANUTTEN, VA
Massanutten Resort, a premier four-season resort located in the heart of Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, today shared updates on the major enhancement of its Indoor WaterPark, along with a planned new-build hotel slated to break ground this Spring. The first phase of an overarching, multi-year master plan that will see Massanutten further diversify its award-winning offerings – including a new 55+ active adult lifestyle community and more - the WaterPark expansion and new hotel are both expected to be completed by early 2026.
"A transformative Master Plan is underway, which will take our current offerings to the next level and redefine the guest experience at Massanutten Resort,” remarked Steve Krohn, president and chief operating officer of the Resorts Companies. "Our commitment to providing unparalleled hospitality experiences remains unwavering, and this expansion underscores our dedication to innovation and guest satisfaction."
Read MoreExperience everything Massanutten has to offer using the official Massanutten Resort app. With the new app, you can:
To download the app, please visit the Google Play Store or App store on your smartphone or tablet. To learn more about the app and walk through how to use all the features of the new app, watch our video here! For app navigation info and an icon key, please click here.
Your feedback will help us continue to improve the app and fix bugs.
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Mission Statement - To provide remarkable experiences in a safe and enjoyable environment.
Vision Statement - To be the premier resort destination in the mid-Atlantic.
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In 1968, John L. Hopkins, II, sat at a table in rural McGaheysville, in the kitchen of his great-grandfather's house. He gazed out the window that frames a spectacular view of the Massanutten Peak, and contemplated the woes of being a farmer caught in the middle of a four-year-long drought.
Three years later, May 26, 1971, the development of 5,200 acres in Massanutten, by a group of ten investors, was announced at a luncheon held at Spotswood Country Club in Harrisonburg. And now, forty years later, Massanutten Village is a thriving four-season resort and community of over 1,000 single family homes, 1300 timesharing units, and a multi-million dollar ski business.
There's been a lot of 'water over the dam' in that time, a lot of pieces that have fallen into place, and a few pieces that have fallen out of place, but the history of the development of Massanutten is as exciting to study as its future looks to be. Massanutten's rather undramatic beginnings from a kitchen window view are best described as a chronology with a generous amount of detail, cupfuls of facts, and a healthy dash of wonder at the enormity of the project John L. only vaguely realized in his mind's eye that day at his window.
Let's take a look back at the history of the resort:
In the cities, during the 1800's, where it was crowded and dusty, there were poorly maintained water sources and waste management. This led to disease and caused the city dwellers to look to the valley for respite. Gerard T. Hopkins saw an opportunity in sharing the valley and built a health resort, Rockingham Springs, just below the peak. His great-grandson revived the philosophy over 100 years later and built a new resort...Massanutten.
When Rockingham Springs was opened in 1875, it was advertised heavily in Baltimore, Washington and Richmond through a brochure describing its 'restful delights' and a complete chemical analysis of the spring waters attesting to the 'restorative powers' found in five natural springs. These advertisements helped develop Rockingham Springs into becoming a 'wonderful second home community' for families to spend their summers.
The resort featured a hotel in one building and a few smaller buildings for longer-term guests with an occupancy of about 100. There was also a bath house, laundry house, ice house, and a stable. Guests arrived in Harrisonburg by train and were brought to the resort by horse and carriage. Meals were scheduled and the food served was from G.T.'s Cave Hill Farm. There was no liquor allowed. Religious services were held every Sunday.
Some of the entertainment for guests to enjoy included jousting, a band hired on a regular basis, croquet, hunting, fishing, horseback riding and nature hikes. Most guests came for the main attraction which was the Springs water.
When the popularity of the health resort waned, Rockingham Springs Resort fell into disrepair and was closed in 1915. After the demise of the resort, the hotel was disassembled and all but about 300 acres of the land was gradually sold. J.L. Hopkins, G.T.'s great-grandson, had the idea to reopen the resort in 1968. There was a need for state parks at the time, but Massanutten was looked over because of the disinterest in winter sports. At this time, John Grattan, trustee for the Roller Estate, decided to sell about 2,100 acres of land. This land included the Kettle and the Peak of Massanutten. He bought the land with the help of a silent partner for $155 an acre, or a total of $325,000.
From 1968 to 1971, J.L worked to sell the development idea to other friends for investment purposes. He also worked to gather information and scout out property. Most people thought the newly acquired Kettle and Peak land tracts were part of the George Washington National Forest and not privately owned. J.L. also sought out investors who saw the potential in the development of Massanutten and took out an option for a KOA campground franchise. MRH, Inc. was formed as the investors were brought together. Over the next three years, over 100 signatures were obtained on right-of-ways, leases and deeds (one deed was sent to Vietnam and another required 31 signatures). MRH, Inc. paid just over $1.5 million for a total of 5,339 acres of land, or about $288 per acre. Phoenix, Arizona based Del E. Webb Corp. was approached to see if they would have interest in the development project in 1971 because of their 'planned community' development experience.
On May 26, 1971 a press conference was held at Spotswood Country Club to announce the joint venture in the development of a new resort to be called Massanutten, covering 5,300 acres and projecting $50 million in developer sales. MRH, Inc. changed their name to Massanutten, Inc. and formed a joint venture with Webb Corp. known as Massanutten Development Company. Much of the uproar resulting from the announcement of the project came from environmentalists. There were also to be problems with zoning codes as well as citizens worried about traffic, schools, and other concerns.
By October 1, 1971, the sales office for the Massanutten property was opened on Route 646 (now a private residence). By the summer of 1972, there were six slopes cleared and a 650 car, multi level parking area completed. Work had begun on paving the road to the upcoming ski area. In 1973 the final touches were put on the outdoor swimming pool and two tennis courts in the Rockwood Park area of the Kettle. The ski area was finally opened on February 10, 1973 after five nights of snowmaking.
In 1977, the project was sold to Dale Stancil, J.R. Costin, Henry Clark and Stephen Bradshaw. The new owners were known as Massanutten Village, Inc. The partners decided in 1978 to begin a timeshare, or interval ownership, program to be called Mountainside Villas.
Though Massanutten went bankrupt at one point, Great Eastern Resort Associates came to the rescue. This was a partnership formed in August 1984 by C. Dice Hammer and Jim Lambert. In November they decided to form Great Eastern Resort Corp. to be primarily involved in the acquisition, development and financing of Massanutten. Union National Bank accepted the development group's offer of $3 million, and upon confirmation of the sale of Massanutten, Great Eastern began the construction projects to which they had committed in the bankruptcy settlement as well as other projects to take care of the years of property neglect.
Reprinted from 'Twenty Years of History...Massanutten and More' by June M. Brinkman.
THANK YOU! Massanutten Resort would like to let all active and retired military know just how much we appreciate their service. We’d be honored to have you join us on an adventure that you and your family will remember forever. Currently, we’re offering the following discounts for active, inactive, and retired military:
Military identification must be presented at time of redemption to receive discounted rate. Accepted forms of identification include Military IDs, Veterans IDs, and DD forms. If discount includes dependents, each person over the age of 11 must have their own valid Military ID or dependent card to receive the discount. Military member must be there at time of redemption. Not to be combined with any other offer.