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9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 892.9 sq m
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Explore the area
Bowden, WV
- Place, Stuart Recreation Area14 min drive
- Place, Davis and Elkins College17 min drive
- Place, Allegheny Highlands Trail18 min drive
- Airport, Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County)26 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!
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Extra giant kennel available with 2 week notice
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.
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
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About the area
Elkins
Located in Elkins, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. West Virginia Railroad Museum and Gandy Dancer Theatre and Conference Center 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.
Bowden, WV
What's nearby
- Stuart Recreation Area - 14 min drive - 6.9 km
- Davis and Elkins College - 17 min drive - 13.5 km
- Allegheny Highlands Trail - 18 min drive - 13.2 km
- Elkins City Park - 19 min drive - 15.2 km
- Elkins Depot Welcome Center - 20 min drive - 15.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 21 min drive
- Wendy's - 22 min drive
- Fox Hops Brewery - 23 min drive
- Taco Bell - 22 min drive
- C.J. Maggie's American Grill - 19 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.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
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8 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Brad H.
2 Oct 2025
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Brad H.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jamie E.
9 Mar 2026
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Jamie E.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Tyler D.
9 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice weekend getaway
Tyler D.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good
Melissa G.
9 Nov 2025
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Melissa G.
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10/10 Excellent
Brianna and Tyler W.
31 Dec 2025
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Brianna and Tyler W.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good
MELISSA Z.
8 Sept 2025
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MELISSA Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good
Adam P.
14 July 2025
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Adam P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Mary C.
3 Aug 2025
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Quiet, Peaceful and Beautiful
Mary C.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Shawn D.
31 Aug 2025
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Shawn D.
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10/10 Excellent
Betsy H.
10 Oct 2025
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Betsy H.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
jeffrey l.
10 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall getaway
jeffrey l.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Helen M.
28 Dec 2024
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Amazing!!!!
Helen M.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Rachael D.
6 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Quiet Retreat
Rachael D.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Kim M.
31 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing getaway
Kim M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Charles D.
24 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Getaway
Charles D.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Sarah T.
16 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Creekside Stay in the Mountains
Sarah T.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Kim M.
16 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little getaway
Kim M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Diane Y.
23 July 2025
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Diane Y.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jennifer J.
8 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain stream spring retreat.
Jennifer J.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Audra M.
24 May 2025
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Wonderful Property
Audra M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Judy B.
22 June 2025
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Rainy week!
Judy B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Paul B.
3 Apr 2023
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get away
Paul B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline
1 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique place
Jacqueline
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Verna M.
17 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Retreat
Verna M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
About the host
Hosted by Management
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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