Cozy Riverfront Mountain Home in West Virginia. Pet/Family Friendly. Sleeps 10.
Moatsville, Barbour County, United States View On Map
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Cozy Riverfront Mountain Home in West Virginia. Pet/Family Friendly. Sleeps 10. **We take your health very seriously and adhere to CDC Guidelines & Best Practices.**OVERVIEWThe Tygart River Guest House features a picturesque riverside setting which overlooks cascading whitewater rapids as far as the eye can see. Walk down the grassy bank to the river rocks below and bask in the glow of the setting...
Cozy Riverfront Mountain Home in West Virginia. Pet/Family Friendly. Sleeps 10. **We take your health very seriously and adhere to CDC Guidelines & Best Practices.**OVERVIEWThe Tygart River Guest House features a picturesque riverside setting which overlooks cascading whitewater rapids as far as the eye can see. Walk down the grassy bank to the river rocks below and bask in the glow of the setting sun. Open a window during the evening hours to usher in soothing sounds of rushing water, or take in the scent of a fresh country rain from your seat on the porch with a good book in hand. Ideal choice for: • Family Vacations with kids of all ages• Outdoor Sports • Photographers• Nature Lovers• Reunions• Girlfriend Getaways• Weekend Escapes• Retreats• Wedding Parties• Outdoor Sports Enthusiasts Whether you're into kicking back and relaxing, exploring nature, kayaking, going to festivals, or simply in love with the great outdoors - you’ll be in the perfect place to take advantage of all the area has to offer. Unspoiled by tourism, this section of the Tygart River is truly an undiscovered gem nestled in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains.The historic community of Arden, West Virginia, is home to the Tygart River Guest House. It is off the beaten path and serves as a convenient hub with direct access to the river – yet only a 6 mile from the nearest town where you can find restaurants, groceries, gas, pharmacy, hospital and more. The Arden Grade Road was once a main route through the mountains on the B&O railway during the early 1900’s and follows along the river providing spectacular views! It’s also a great place for casual bike rides with access to mountain trails nearby. Take in the stars fireside, listen to the rolling sounds of whitewater, and connect with family and friends in a most welcoming and unlikely place.HOUSE DESCRIPTION - Newly Renovated! • Front Porch• Partially Covered Back Deck• Sleeps 10• 4 Bedrooms (7 beds)• 3 Full Baths• Fully furnished• Close to Philippi/ABU, grocery store, fast food, hospitals/clinics, gas and more. The Tygart River Guest House offers a spacious “old timey” front porch, complete with swing, rocking chair and plenty of easy lounging wicker furniture – great for lazy days on the river. High ceilings will greet you through the front entrance where original bead board walls whisper stories from the distant past and restored yellow pine floors pave the way to a more contemporary present. We have brought together period elements from the coal mining era joining them with contemporary colors and modern amenities. Remnant artifacts salvaged from the house during its recent renovations are on display accompanied by vintage black and white photos of the era.The ground floor offers two bedrooms. The one directly to your left upon entering, features a classic full size wrought iron bed dressed in quilts with two lamps and nightstands, armoire and river views. The room to your right boasts a sunny disposition arrayed in hues of red and green. Its companions are an ornate metal queen size bed, ceiling fan, closet and comfortable chairs. Continue down the hall into the open Dining Room which is centrally located and acts as a hub for the whole household to gather between the Living Room and Kitchen. For the musically inclined, there is upright piano dating back to the early 1940’s and a large country table with pullout extensions to comfortably seat 10 people. Additional seating can be found at the breakfast bar.The Kitchen is equipped with microwave, dishwasher, full size refrigerator, gas cook stove, antique country sink and drain board and ceiling fan/light. Glass sliding doors separate the kitchen from a private back deck with patio set and a private backyard view. You’ll be right at home in the spacious Living Room with sloped ceiling and hardwood floors, leather couch, and loveseat. An oak armoire entertainment center houses a TV and DVD Player. One of the most unique features of this home is the large antique oak pocket doors at your disposal to close off the Living Room if more privacy is needed. There is a convenient full bathroom just off the Living Room with a shower and beautiful slate tile floors. On the opposite side of the house is a Laundry Room with washer and dryer, clean tile floors and laundry table. This room leads to another full bathroom with full size tiled shower. Upstairs, there is a full bathroom with tile floors and windows on all sides giving it a bright airy feel with an antique claw foot bathtub for soothing relaxation. Exiting the bathroom, there is a bedroom on your left complete with a full size bed, roomy closets, TV and DVD player, full river-facing windows and carpeted floors. There is a gorgeous view of the river from the hallway as well, where you can perch for a look from above. Finally, we arrive at the bunk bed room to the right of the hallway. It also has a view of the river, full carpeting and two sturdy bunk beds to comfortably sleep four people. One bunk bed features staircase access to the upper bunk for easy access.AMENITIES • Central Heat/Air• Gas Grill • Washer/Dryer• Fire Pit • Direct River Access• Private Parking AREA ACTIVITIES • Swimming• Snorkeling• Kayaking• Rafting• Hiking• Biking• Fishing• Horseback Riding• State Parks• Historic Attractions• Sporting Events at AB University• Train Rides - Tygart Flyer Scenic Tours • Theater• Wine Tasting• Festivals • Antiquing• Photography/Photoshoots• Snow sport and ski areas Swimming is a popular activity and there are many places to take a dip on hot summer days. Sightseeing is everywhere locally and in nearby parks. Moats Falls is located about 4 miles downstream and is a breathtaking riverwide waterfall. The 16’ vertical drop is easy to access on foot by crossing the natural stone bridge that leads to a house size boulder upstream of the falls. There are many sandy beaches and places to explore along the riverbanks, as well as trails to hike and mountain bike. As avid whitewater guides and kayakers who have lived in the area for more than 35 years, we can arrange for whitewater rafting trips, private kayak clinics, point you in the direction of nearby hiking and mountain biking trails and/or guide you to some prime fishing spots. POPULAR NEARBY STATE PARKS/RECREATION AREAS• Tygart Lake State Park. The is a nearby park where all types of lake recreation and activities are available. Rent a pontoon for the day or jump on a jet ski. • Audra State Park. The Middle Fork River flows though tight channels and larger boulders. Amazing kayaking, fishing, hiking and swimming are all available at this park and the views are amazing!• Blackwater Falls State Park. This popular attraction is about an hour from the Guest House featuring a stunning waterfall dropping 65 feet! This area is also home to some of the best Mountain Biking in the state of West Virginia. Stop in the local bike shop, Blackwater Bikes to find out about the trails and plan to spend hours riding on trails ranging from beginner to expert. The Allegheny Trail offers a rail trail ride that’s great for riders of all types and can be accessed in Parsons.TRAVEL TIMESThe house is about 40 minutes from Clarksburg, 1 hour from Morgantown, 2 ½ hours from Pittsburgh, 2 ½ hours from Charleston and about 4 hours from Washington D.C. It’s doable!
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Wifi speed: 25+ Mbps
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Telephone
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Desk
- Desk chair
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Kitchen island
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Coffee grinder
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Toaster
- Lobster pot
Outside
- Fire pit
- Kayak / canoe
- Ski & snowboard
Entertainment
- Games
- Books
- Television
- Smart TV
- Satellite / cable
- DVD player
- Video library
- Stereo
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
- Emergency exit route
- Fire station contact
- Hospital contact
- Police contact
Nearby activities
- Museums
- Swimming
- Water skiing
- Water tubing
- Boating
- Paddle boating
- Kayaking
- Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Cross-country skiing
- Ice skating
- Sledding
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Mountain biking
- Rock climbing
- Rafting
- Horseback riding
- Mountain climbing
- Spelunking
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Basketball court
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Hunting
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
Popular amenities
- Pet-friendly
- Washer
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- Fireplace
- Outdoor space
- Mountain view
Languages spoken
- English
- French
Beach
- On the beach
Ski
- Cross-country skiing nearby
- Snowboarding nearby
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Family friendly
- Children's books
- Children's games
- Playground
- Children's dinnerware
- Children's toys
- Travel cot
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Ice maker
- Lobster/crab pot
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
- Coffee grinder
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Spices
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 3 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Soap
- Towels provided
- Bathtub
- Shower
- Toilet paper
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Fireplace
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Stereo
- DVD player
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
- Video library
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Firepit
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Up to 23 kg per pet
- Welcoming dogs only
Suitability accessibility
- Cobblestone flooring in public areas
- Smoke-free property
- Tile flooring in public areas
- Note from host: Deposit will be forfeited.
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
- Phone
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- On the waterfront
- Near a hospital
Things to do
- Kayak
- Basketball nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Sledding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Snow sports gear
- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Ice skating nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
- Spelunking nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 2,000 square feet
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Deadbolt lock
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 3:30 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 25
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- Loud gatherings after 11 p.m. outside are best suited ~1 mi downstream at "Pine Island". Ask for details.: Loud gatherings after 11 p.m. outside are best suited ~1 mi downstream at "Pine Island". Ask for details.
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- 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
Moatsville
Located in Moatsville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Barbour County Historical Museum and Mother's Day Shrine are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bridgeport Country Club and Allegheny Highlands Trail. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Adaland Mansion 17 min drive
- Alderson Broaddus University 20 min drive
- Philippi Covered Bridge 21 min drive
- Tygart Lake State Park 40 min drive
- United Hospital Center 47 min drive
Getting around
- Clarksburg, WV (CKB-North Central West Virginia) 45 min drive
Restaurants
- Dairy King Of Phillipi 23 min drive
- Philippi Inn 22 min drive
- Hardee's 21 min drive
- Medallion Restaurant 21 min drive
- Subway 21 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cozy Riverfront Mountain Home in West Virginia. Pet/Family Friendly. Sleeps 10. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at Cozy Riverfront Mountain Home in West Virginia. Pet/Family Friendly. Sleeps 10.?
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Cozy Riverfront Mountain Home in West Virginia. Pet/Family Friendly. Sleeps 10.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Cozy Riverfront Mountain Home in West Virginia. Pet/Family Friendly. Sleeps 10. located?
Nestled on the beach, this Moatsville holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Adaland Mansion, Alderson Broaddus University and Philippi Covered Bridge. Barbour County Historical Museum and Anna Jarvis Birthplace Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).