About
Made for the Mountains
Helen Bisset, Founder
A Host Who Actually Gets It
Helen Bisset started Curated Getaways after years of navigating the short-term rental world herself — first as a guest searching for something better than beige, then as an owner discovering how much was left on the table by mediocre management.
With a background in interior design and hospitality operations, Helen built Curated Getaways on the conviction that the best vacation rentals are the ones that feel genuinely cared for — not just cleaned and relisted.
Today, Curated Getaways manages a portfolio of handpicked properties across the Shenandoah Valley, each one a reflection of the local landscape and the high standards Helen brings to every engagement.
Our Story
Why Curated Getaways Exists
The Shenandoah Valley has long been one of Virginia's most beloved destinations — a landscape of rolling mountains, working farms, and small-town charm that draws millions of visitors every year. But for too long, the vacation rentals here looked like everywhere else.
Curated Getaways was founded to change that. We believe that a well-designed, thoughtfully managed vacation rental isn't just a better product — it's a better investment. It earns more, books longer, and retains value because guests come back.
We work with a small number of owners at a time, by design. That's what keeps our standards high and our results real.
What We Stand For
Our Values
Intentionality
Every decision — from the thread count to the check-in message — is made with purpose.
Transparency
Owners are partners, not clients. We share what’s working, what’s not, and why.
Craft
We take pride in the details that guests notice and the details they simply feel.
Local Roots
We love the Shenandoah Valley deeply and steward it accordingly.
Let's Work Together
We'd love to hear about your property and show you what exceptional hosting looks like.
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