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27 Riverfront Acres of Serene Mountain Views - Dog and Kid paradise!

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Property grounds
Enjoy the view of the stream while soaking in the hot tub
View from the bench on the covered front porch
Very private beach: gentle current up to waist-high for tubing or dipping.
Comfortable furnishings, LED satellite TV, blu-ray, wood paneling, pullout sofa

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 892.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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Bowden, WV
  • Place, Stuart Recreation Area
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Davis and Elkins College
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Gandy Dancer Theatre and Conference Center
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Bunk room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

27 Riverfront Acres of Serene Mountain Views - Dog and Kid paradise!

Vacation at this secluded property offered by All Get Out Vacation Rentals!

Enjoy your own private beach with no other houses in sight. Open meadows, trees, river and stream -- this secluded yet accessible cabin has it all. Warm and welcoming three bedroom, 2 full baths, sun porch, open kitchen with modern appliances, gas grill, outdoor fire-pit, and fine furnishings throughout.

Listen to the sound of the babbling brook within 50 feet of the house while lounging in the sunroom or relaxing on the deck. In addition, the property has 27 acres of private beach access to the Shavers fork river. The house is engulfed in a narrow band of trees and surrounded by meadows and glades for walks (bring long pants and socks to explore). It is also situated just 1/4 mile upstream from the one-million acre Monongahela National Forest.

The house features natural wood-plank paneling and a well-appointed kitchen, Wi-Fi, television with satellite TV and DVD player, and a stereo/home theater system. The kitchen is open to the dining area, perfect for social cooking. The sunroom has seating for dining or board games with a full view of the stream so you can enjoy the outdoors even in inclement weather.

This cozy ground-level home sleeps 8 in beds. There is a MBR w/ Queen; BR #2 w/ Queen, BR #3 w/ two sets of Twin bunks, and Livingroom w/ Queen pull-out sofa.

For fall or early spring visits, the house features electric heat and a wood-stove (a modest amount of firewood is included in the rental fee). There is a window unit A/C in each of the three bedrooms and the living room, and ceiling fans in each of the queen bedrooms and the living room.

In winter months, be prepared for snowy and/or icy road conditions by driving a 4WD or suitable vehicle. It's advisable whenever driving in wintry conditions in the mountains of WV to be prepared with chains as the roads are often hazardous. At times the snow can be deep and it takes 24-48 hours before it is plowed, therefore you should be flexible about travel.

The cabin is remote, so even in clear weather its narrow mountain gravel road can be concerning to those not experienced. Depending on whether the road crew has done repairs recently, there may be potholes. In most cases you can drive around them, but there may be a few on the way that you’ll just need to slowly drive through. There are also no guardrails on the road, but it has several turnouts to allow cars to pass. The gravel is not suitable for street motorcycles, we've been told.

Please be aware of the close proximity of the stream to decide if the risk is too great for your toddlers or other children who might leave the house unsupervised. Our other Vrbo listing #317752 has a larger land buffer between the house and the moving water.

The river is about a 5 minute walk across the property from the house. There is absolutely no vehicular traffic allowed off the driveway.

Pet friendly, but only if arrangements are made and the pet fee is paid. Dogs only please, and no more than two dogs per reservation.

Owners provide a starter quantity of paper products, bathroom soap, and laundry/dish detergent. Personal toiletries are to be provided by Guests.

If you are looking for a remote mountain getaway and are willing to roll with what comes from a country vacation, you will be hard pressed to find a more beautiful spot!

Because the house is surrounded by forests, the creek, and the river, there is plenty of nature to enjoy but also to endure. Mice will occasionally come inside, and although we set hidden traps to keep them from settling in, there is a possibility that you will see them during your stay depending on whether they've found a food source recently (it could be from a prior guest -- not your own doing.) We do, however, check to make sure that the kitchen implements are sanitary at the beginning of your stay.

The bug situation is that we are at a high enough elevation to not have a mosquito problem, but there will be gnats in the field, and moths at night wanting to get into the house. There will also be plenty of dead bugs that wedge themselves between the screens and the windows.

If these aspects of nature are acceptable to you, then you will find a beautiful place of nature in which to relax and enjoy your vacation!

Key Terms of Rental:
• This is a NON-SMOKING rental with steep penalties for violations
• Minimum primary guest age 25, with exception for married or domestic partners of age 21.
• There are two exterior cameras on the property: one pointing at the driveway and one pointing at the bridge. There is no camera near the hot tub.

Come and enjoy: Augusta Festival, Forest Festival, cabin, river, woods, Canaan, Snowshoe, Durbin Greenbrier scenic railroad train, Polar Express, fishing, boating, kayaking, hiking, camping, Appalachian Mountains, Davis and Elkins College, D&E, Elkins, WV

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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 2 total)
Extra giant kennel available with 2 week notice
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
High penalties for smoking policy violations.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
If you are bringing a dog (2 max) ensure you have selected pets on booking
Guests are hereby notified that there are security cameras at 2 exterior locations (not hot tub)

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Elkins

Located in Elkins, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. American Mountain Theater and West Virginia Railroad Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Canaan Valley Resort Golf Club and Canaan Valley Ski Resort. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bowden, WV

What's nearby

  • Stuart Recreation Area - 17 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Davis and Elkins College - 19 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Allegheny Highlands Trail - 21 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Elkins City Park - 21 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Gandy Dancer Theatre and Conference Center - 23 min drive - 16.7 km

Getting around

  • Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪C.J. Maggie's American Grill - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Scottie’s of Elkins - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Oxley House - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 27 Riverfront Acres of Serene Mountain Views - Dog and Kid paradise! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at 27 Riverfront Acres of Serene Mountain Views - Dog and Kid paradise!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 27 Riverfront Acres of Serene Mountain Views - Dog and Kid paradise!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 27 Riverfront Acres of Serene Mountain Views - Dog and Kid paradise! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Stuart Recreation Area, Davis and Elkins College and Elkins City Park. Augusta Heritage Center and American Mountain Theater are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Management

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Carl and Larisa got married and moved to Elkins, WV in 2000. Larisa moved from DC, and Carl moved from VA. Each had prior roots in WV and longed to return.

Why they chose this property

The location is ideal -- just far enough out to be immersed in the natural surroundings, but only 25 minutes from a full-service grocery store, movie theater, Davis and Elkins College, Randolph County Community Arts Center, antique shopping, and a YMCA. It is an hour from highly-rated golf or skiing. Spring and summer bring wonderful fishing, swimming, floating, and boating in the river; winter is great for cross-country skiing on the property or nearby, and alpine skiing is less than an hour's drive. Fall's foliage is not to be missed as the house is engulfed in trees and adjacent to the 1 million acre Monogahela National Forest, wonderful for hiking right out your door. Don't miss nearby Elkins to dine at a variety of restaurants, enjoy free exhibits at the Community Arts Center, and ride the scenic trains on the Durbin and Greenbrier Railroad. Davis and Elkins College is just 20 minutes away where you can enjoy live music and Appalachian arts at the internationally renowned 5-week long Augusta Festival. The Forest Festival every fall is a big draw, with carnival rides and almost two weeks of activities.

What makes this property unique

In 2001 Carl and Larisa were fortunate to have the opportunity to buy this lovely acreage on the banks of the Shavers Fork River from a family friend, just next door to the cabin Larisa built in 1995 (Vrbo #317752). Since that time they have made several improvements, while keeping the original character that the builder, a mill owner, had created in handmade wormy chestnut kitchen cabinets, exceptional stonework, and plank poplar paneling throughout. You can hear the creek flowing behind the house as the summer night breezes keep you cool.

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