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The Top of the Town - Large comfortable dog friendly home. Fish, Hike, Float!
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Hinton, WV
- Summers County Public Library6 min walk
- Summers County Courthouse8 min walk
- Bluestone Lake7 min drive
- Beckley, WV (BKW-Raleigh County Memorial)39 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
#1 Downstairs Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
#2 Quieter
1 Queen Bed
#3 Views
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Downstairs bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Upstairs Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
The Top of the Town - Large comfortable dog friendly home. Fish, Hike, Float!
The best view in town! The property is at the top of a hill and has a great view of downtown Historic Hinton and the New River, from the front porch. It is spacious, airy and bright. A 103 year old Victorian that is as quirky as it is charming. Large kitchen and dining room for those of you who want to eat in. Large open living room with smart TV for relaxing and taking in a movie, or spreading out for your morning yoga sesh! Namaste! 🧘🏼
We offer three bedrooms, each with a comfortable queen bed and window a/c unit for a comfortable night’s sleep(in season). But we can also accommodate a 7th person if they don’t mind sleeping on our couch (pillow, linens provided. Not a pull out couch). Two full baths and washer and dryer available. We are happy to host your dog, for a fee, and have many supplies to meet their needs, as well as a fenced-in backyard for easy in and out. We are not accepting multiple dogs or any other animals at this time.
The property is the 2nd to last house on a dead end street. We are at the top of a steep hill with forest behind us. It is a nice private location, with a fantastic view from the front porch. The driveway can accommodate 2 cars, 3 if you’re “creative”. Backing out can be a challenge, backing in is easier for some.
We are located 11 miles from the New River Gorge National Park Welcome Center, in Sandstone. We are 7 miles from Sandstone Falls, minutes to Bluestone Lake and Bluestone State Park and about 20 minutes to Pipestem State Park. The Greenbrier, Bluestone and New Rivers all converge just minutes from the house for some first class fishing. One day fishing licenses can be purchased online at the WV DNR website or at WaterDawg Outdoors which is less than 2 miles from the house.
Other attractions:
We are 32 mins from Grandview
We are 63 mins from the Canyon Rim Visitor center and the NRG Bridge and Bridge walk.
66 mins to the Endless Wall Trail
75 mins to the Gauley River put-in
75 mins from Hawk’s Nest State Park
Golfers! There are 7 great courses all within an hour of the house; Pipestem at the state park, Black Knight in Beckley, Elks in Lewisburg, Woodhaven and Glade Springs in Daniels, Fountain Springs in Peterstown and the PGA course at the Greenbrier Hotel in White Sulphur Springs.
For winter visitors we are also just over 15 miles from Winterplace if skiing, snowboarding and tubing are more your speed! Lewisburg and the WV State fairgrounds are about a 40 minute drive. There are also things to do right in Hinton!
As per VRBO rules we are required to disclose the use of an outdoor security camera at the property. We have one device in the upper corner of our porch that surveils the driveway, steps and entrance to the home. For our peace of mind, and yours!
Thanks for checking out Top of the Town. Book with us and you won’t be disappointed.
We offer three bedrooms, each with a comfortable queen bed and window a/c unit for a comfortable night’s sleep(in season). But we can also accommodate a 7th person if they don’t mind sleeping on our couch (pillow, linens provided. Not a pull out couch). Two full baths and washer and dryer available. We are happy to host your dog, for a fee, and have many supplies to meet their needs, as well as a fenced-in backyard for easy in and out. We are not accepting multiple dogs or any other animals at this time.
The property is the 2nd to last house on a dead end street. We are at the top of a steep hill with forest behind us. It is a nice private location, with a fantastic view from the front porch. The driveway can accommodate 2 cars, 3 if you’re “creative”. Backing out can be a challenge, backing in is easier for some.
We are located 11 miles from the New River Gorge National Park Welcome Center, in Sandstone. We are 7 miles from Sandstone Falls, minutes to Bluestone Lake and Bluestone State Park and about 20 minutes to Pipestem State Park. The Greenbrier, Bluestone and New Rivers all converge just minutes from the house for some first class fishing. One day fishing licenses can be purchased online at the WV DNR website or at WaterDawg Outdoors which is less than 2 miles from the house.
Other attractions:
We are 32 mins from Grandview
We are 63 mins from the Canyon Rim Visitor center and the NRG Bridge and Bridge walk.
66 mins to the Endless Wall Trail
75 mins to the Gauley River put-in
75 mins from Hawk’s Nest State Park
Golfers! There are 7 great courses all within an hour of the house; Pipestem at the state park, Black Knight in Beckley, Elks in Lewisburg, Woodhaven and Glade Springs in Daniels, Fountain Springs in Peterstown and the PGA course at the Greenbrier Hotel in White Sulphur Springs.
For winter visitors we are also just over 15 miles from Winterplace if skiing, snowboarding and tubing are more your speed! Lewisburg and the WV State fairgrounds are about a 40 minute drive. There are also things to do right in Hinton!
As per VRBO rules we are required to disclose the use of an outdoor security camera at the property. We have one device in the upper corner of our porch that surveils the driveway, steps and entrance to the home. For our peace of mind, and yours!
Thanks for checking out Top of the Town. Book with us and you won’t be disappointed.
Property manager
Christine Van Patten
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 13–17
Children as young as 7 are ok.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
$75 pet. We absolutely do NOT allow cats
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Outside only, use provided ashtray.
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please wash your dishes. Please turn off air conditioners (if it is summer time!)
Make sure the back door is locked!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Hinton
Located in Hinton, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bluestone State Park and Pipestem State Park, while Veteran's Museum and Campbell - Flannagan - Murrell House Museum are cultural highlights. Hinton Railroad Museum and Fright Nights WV are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Hinton, WV
What's nearby
- The Ritz Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Summers County Public Library - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Summers County Courthouse - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Bluestone State Park - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
- Bluestone Lake - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Kirk's - 4 min drive
- River City Grill and Pub - 4 min drive
- Chestnut Revival - 7 min walk
- Pizza Hut - 4 min drive
- Subway - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
30 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
20 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
barnhilljason420
23 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fantastic house.
barnhilljason420
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Holly R.
29 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Holly R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kristine W.
23 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Kristine W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
teresa h.
19 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New River Gorge Get Away
teresa h.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Walter F.
19 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Get away
Walter F.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
12 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joy S.
14 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay!
Joy S.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Duane C.
25 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Family vacay
Duane C.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Margaret S.
5 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New Year’s
Margaret S.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brenda W.
3 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Almost heaven in West Virginia
Brenda W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Elke M.
13 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top of the Hill
Elke M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robert C.
22 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Almost heaven...
Robert C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Rhoda C.
3 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top of the Town
Rhoda C.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Heather
31 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Heather
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Leah S.
10 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely old home
Leah S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
agatha p.
1 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for hiking 🥾
agatha p.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Matthew B.
26 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and Unique Hinton
Matthew B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Len R.
24 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good home base to explore New River Gorge np
Len R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chasity T.
9 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
Chasity T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
5 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Hilltop on steroids
Verified traveller
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
4/10 Poor
Jerry H.
4 Sept 2024
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Unhappy
Jerry H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Gary W.
19 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
West Virginia experience
Gary W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tracey A.
26 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for my family
Tracey A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
About the host
Hosted by Christine Van Patten

From Upstate NY but married to a West Virginian. The Top of the Town is our home away from home and we hope you enjoy it, and the area, as much as we do. And treat it as if it were your own! Both of my parents were in the hospitality business (bar owner and hotel manager) most of my life and I have spent time working in it, as well. This upbringing and these life experiences give me the knowledge and understanding of what makes a comfortable stay and a happy guest! I hope you agree!
Why they chose this property
The village I grew up in is full of old Victorians. I love these old houses! This one is quirky and will always be a work in progress but is a lovely space and has the most amazing view!
Languages:
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