- Woodland cabins provide lodging in secluded areas of West Virginia.woodland cabins image by Scott Williams from Fotolia.com
Covered by firs and spruces and entirely located within the Appalachian Mountains, the "mountain state" of West Virginia is a place to explore nature in all seasons. Staying in a secluded cabin provides an opportunity to relax and explore the surroundings walking, cycling, trekking or simply fishing. There are also opportunities for water sports, such as kayaking and canoeing, reports the West Virginia Department of Commerce. - North Mountain Cabins are in the middle of the Monongahela National Forest, just 4 miles from the Historic recreational area of the Smokehole canyon. The cabins have two bedrooms, equipped kitchens, gas log fire places, linens, washer and dryer, satellite TV, covered porch with patio furniture and charcoal grill. The Overlook cabin here is made of solid hand-hewn dovetail pine logs.
North Mountain Vacation Rentals
HC 62 Box 100
Upper Tract, WV 26866
866-999-2892
northmountainrentals.com - Surrounded by 170 acres of pasture land, these self-catering log cabins have views of the eastern slopes of the Allegheny mountains, Germany Valley and the North Fork Mountain Range. They have electric heat and wood stoves, separate bedrooms with towels and linens, TV with DVD and CD facilities, radio, charcoal grill, fire pit and ax. Smoking is not permitted inside the cabins, which are open all year round and can accommodate up to 10 people.
Germany Valley Overlook Cabins
HC 77 Box 153
Circleville, WV 26804
1-800-481-5680
germanyvalleycabins.com - Barnett Cabins near Greenbrier River, in Pocahontas County, are an attractive destination for fishing and cycling enthusiasts. All cabins offer a fireplace, decks with gas grills and modern bathrooms. The fully furnished cabins come with towels and all bed linens. Barnett Cabins requires a minimum two day rental period. Pets are welcome, but only one per cabin is allowed.
Barnett Cabin Rentals
HC 64 Box 430
Hillsboro, WV 24946
800-262-4615
304- 653-4589 (evenings and weekends)
barnettcabins.com - Country Road Cabins offers 19 log cabins located within minutes of New River Gorge, Gauley River, Summersville Lake, Babcock State Park, Summit Bechtel Scout Reserve and other national and state recreation areas. The cabins are fully furnished, and have one to four bedrooms. Guest services include grocery, cheese end fruit basket and roses delivery, as well as dinner and breakfast for two. Country Road Cabins offers romantic gateway packages, which include private hot tub, fireplace, complimentary bottle of champagne or sparkling cider for $170 when staying two nights, from Sunday to Thursday, as of September 2010.
Country Road Cabins
P.O. Box 44
Hico, WV 25854
1-888-712-2246
wvcabins.com - 10 miles west of Petersburg, 13 miles east of Seneca Rocks and two miles from Smoke Hole Caverns, Harman's North Fork offers family and honeymoon cabins. All cabins have linens and towels, as well as kitchen dishes and utensils, according to the company's website. They also offer a rock fireplace, Jacuzzi or outdoor hot tub, charcoal grill, satellite TV with DVD player and air-conditioning.
Harman's North Fork Cottages
HC 59, Box 1412
Cabins, WV 26855
800-436-6254
wvlogcabins.com - Near Summersville Lake, New River Gorge and Gauley River Canyon, Rustic Retreat cabins suit hikers, bikers, climbers, and paddlers, reports the company's website. The cabins can accommodate up to six people, and offer fully equipped kitchens, living rooms, double beds with linen and towels, TV with VCR and DVD player and fire pits in the back yards. Some also have spa tubs. Children younger than 12 stay free. Pets cost an additional $50, as of September 2010.
Rustic Retreat Cabins
PO Box 445
Mt Nebo, WV 26679
1-888-991-7700
wvrusticretreatcabins.com
North Mountain Cabins
Germany Valley Overlook Cabins
Barnett Cabins
Country Road Cabins
Harman's North Fork Cabins
Rustic Retreat Cabins
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