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Whitetail Retreat

Family-friendly holiday home in Buckhannon

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Exterior
Property grounds
Property grounds
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Audra State Park
  • Place, West Virginia Wesleyan College
  • Place, Little Hungary Farm Winery
  • Airport, Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Whitetail Retreat

Relax with the whole family on this working Whitetail Deer Farm. This spacious, newly remodeled 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom house is a perfect place to sit back, relax and enjoy the wildlife in peace. 3 bedrooms include 1 king, 1 queen and a full size bed. Kid friendly with a highchair and travel crib. There are plenty of board games, cards, dice, coloring books, crayons and a puzzle so you can spend much needed family time together! Country setting. Only @20 minutes from Buckhannon, Philippi, Clarksburg & Audra State Park.

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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
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Dogs only. Must know breed before accepting.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only & do not throw butts on ground

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Absolutely no smoking/drug use inside! Additional cleaning fees will be added!
Though we do have ample parking large enough for several vehicles and even trailers, we ask that you do not block the shared driveway.
We are dog friendly please keep in mind that we do require knowledge of breed of dog, ask that it be leashed while outside & to use the potty area.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Buckhannon

Buckhannon is home to this holiday home. Philippi Covered Bridge and Adaland Mansion are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Audra State Park and Pringle Tree Park.
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Buckhannon, WV

What's nearby

  • St Joseph's Hospital - 13 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Audra State Park - 15 min drive - 14.5 km
  • West Virginia Wesleyan College - 16 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Little Hungary Farm Winery - 19 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum - 29 min drive - 45.3 km

Getting around

  • Clarksburg, WV (CKB-North Central West Virginia) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sheetz - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Las Trancas - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whitetail Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Whitetail Retreat ?

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whitetail Retreat on 10 Nov 2025 start from AU$310.23, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Whitetail Retreat ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whitetail Retreat ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whitetail Retreat located?

Set in Buckhannon, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Barbour Country Club Golf Course, Pringle Tree Park and Audra State Park. Jawbone Park and North End Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vicki L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay. It was relaxing and enjoyable. Our kids loved the weekend and of course the deer and Luna! The host are awesome to deal with and we hope to come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing time

This was our second time here and it still remains one of my favorite rentals. The owners and place are top notch
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shauna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

The little touches of hospitality were wonderful. The location was beautiful and peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgia E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful home

Our stay was so peaceful. The home was so clean and they thought of everything you would need. The town is the best.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet getaway great for families

Nice place with plenty of room. Outdoor porches, a fire pit and room for family and friends to gather. Nice setting out and away from town.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Just lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

The house was perfect. The area is very quiet and peaceful. The owners were more than happy to answer any questions and to show us around the deer farm
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chastity H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Whitetail getaway

Peaceful, relaxing stay in the wonderful mountains of West Virginia. An abundance of wildlife is o enjoy watching! Home with a real farmhouse feel. Very neat, clean and all the accommodations needed. Even fresh eggs and an amazing coffee bar.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly L. R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding Weekend

The property was spectacular and the house wonderful. We loved meeting and feeding the deer. The owner thinks about everything to make your stay enjoyable, from the snacks left to the items for children. I had forgotten to oack toothpaste and to my surprise she provided some.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

Very nice. All had fun. Great toys for our 1 year old. Supplied a high chair and play pen. The fire pit was great. Loved seeing the ranch deer. We also had wild deer right in our yard.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was clean, maintained and had everything we needed. The owner provided a lot of little nice touches, with premade bags for smores, snacks, packaged toothbrushes, toothpaste, etc. The area is beautiful and has lots of deer to watch. My family had plenty of room to gather and visit as we all came in from separate states to celebrate my recently passed Mother's life. This was a great property to stay at while in Buckhannon. The next time we are back in Buckhannon we would happily stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Risa Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceeded expectations

Whitetail Retreat exceeded our expectations. The owner was so kind and prompt in responding to any questions we had. The house was filled with lovely little touches that really just went above and beyond. As a celiac it was so fun to even find some gluten free snacks available in the snack cady they had sitting out. My boys loved making smores with the smore kits prepared for us and we all loved trying out new games from the game closet. What a treat to get to feed the deer during our stay. Our sons had a blast feeding and petting the deer and we loved learning more about deer farms. There were also some toys available in a tote. The kids loved getting to play with new toys. Heads up that quite a few of them do make noise in case anyone else's kids like to get up at 5:30am on vacation. We got smarter our second night and put those toys away until a more reasonable hour. Overall I highly recommend Whitetail Retreat to anyone looking to stay in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay here while visiting family in Buckhannon. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irving

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house is plenty big enough for an average family to have a great stay. 3 comfortable bedrooms, 2 baths well stocked with essentials, a full kitchen, firepit, 2 large porches with ample seating, all on a beautiful piece of property. Kara is very responsive. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful property

Came here for a family “brothers” weekend- host is great about communicating and the house has all the amenities you need. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, great people. Couldn't ask for more

Great property and very clean. Had all that we needed. Kara was a great host
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

The house was extremely clean. It was nice to stay where no noise from traffic and neighbors.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyson H., Winter Garden, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin in the West Virginia Mountains

The cabin was amazingly well stocked and comfortable. It was frigid for our Florida family and there were plenty of blankets. Our family loved meeting the deer and learning a little something about deer farming, 4H, and coal mining! Kara was a wealth of information and we had a lot of questions ;) Our family enjoyed hikes at Audra park with our dogs and s’mores at the fire pit. The only thing we encountered that could be updated was the water heater. As a family of 6 we had to coordinate showers/baths so we didn’t run out of hot water. My kids absolutely wanted to bathe “swim” in the master bath but there wasn’t enough hot water to fill it up. I’m sure with just a few people taking showers this wouldn’t be a problem. Overall we enjoyed our short stay at Whitetail deer farm and had lots of great family time. It would be nice to stay again if we are traveling this way maybe in the summer or fall.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family stay

Myself, my sister, and our families had an amazing weekend stay. We were visiting our Grandmother in the area and this house was perfect for us. The house was clean and had everything we needed. The kids loved the toys in the one bedroom and claimed it as “their room”. The living room was large and allowed us all to gather together and also the kitchen table was a great gathering place to play games. We look forward to staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Max B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Amazing spot and the hosts are top notch. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent home

This home had everything you needed. The hosts were very friendly and took a lot of time with my granddaughter with their deer retreat. Place was very homey and private.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Labor Day Holiday family visit

Super nice house and location. We enjoyed see all the beautiful deer. The owners do a fantastic job to ensure you are comfortable inside and outside, fresh eggs, treats and beautiful weather. Thanks so much, looking forward to another visit. PEACE
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect...

Everything was perfect. Peaceful setting. Beautiful location. If available, we will stay there on our next trip to vist family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place to stay

This home was extremely clean and very homey! The host went way above any expectations we were hoping for. I wish we would’ve been able to stay longer but we will be back. We would recommend this place everyone!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alisa H., Capon Bridge, WV

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and Relaxing!

You can't ask for a better place to stay. The home was spot less, and just beautiful inside and out. Very nicely appointed, and so many little touches from Kara that were so useful and thoughtful. My husband had a rather major health set back and we needed to push our trip back a few weeks. Kara allowed us to switch with no issues at all. She was so easy to work with. Kara is just a gracious host. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kara Curtis

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My husband and I have been married for 10 years and have 4 children. In 2017 we jumped headfirst into Whitetail Deer Farming. We enjoy being outside and all types of livestock. Our kids are involved in 4-H and FFA and show their projects all summer long. In the fall of 2020 we were given the opportunity to purchase my brother in laws portion of the farm and now here we are..... :)

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