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Westwood-Very Private - Blackwater Canyon Trail- 1 mile from Thomas

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Westwood and adjacent land
View of house and yard from the air
Exterior
Front of Westwood
View of side deck

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Thomas, WV
  • Blackwater Falls
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Blackwater Falls State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Canaan Valley Ski Resort
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Petersburg, WV (PGC-Grant County)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Guest

1 Queen Bed

Hemlock/Office

1 Single Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Westwood-Very Private - Blackwater Canyon Trail- 1 mile from Thomas

Welcome to Westwood, a very private mountain getaway about a mile outside of Thomas, WV in the historic area of Coketon, WV. Perched a mile above the Blackwater Canyon, on two plus acres, it also borders the Western Pocahontas property, some 68,000 acres of Wild West Va. A very private location adds to the aesthetics all while being close to the Thomas town center. The 2 1/2 bedroom, 2 full bath house sleeps up to eight people and has a great deck overlooking the "Moors" as well as a front porch overlooking Snyder Run. Hiking, Biking, Cross country skiing are just a few of the activities available from one of the best locations in the area. The Blackwater Canyon Trail is at the bottom of the hill, go right to Douglas Falls and left 3/4 mile into Thomas. If you are a Mt. Top Hunting Club member, hunting ,fishing and ATV enthusiast have it all at your backdoor, with miles of trails right off the property.

Property manager

Rex Phares
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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 and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
On day of departure: Departure time is 11:00 AM on departure day, please try to adhere to this as often we have guests coming in on same day.
No Sunday check in.
Guests need to follow the trash/garbage policy spelled out in the House Rules book.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

North America

Map
Thomas, WV

What's nearby

  • Douglas Falls - 7 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Blackwater Falls - 11 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Blackwater Falls State Park - 16 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Canaan Valley Resort State Park - 24 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Canaan Valley Ski Resort - 25 min drive - 22.3 km

Getting around

  • Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stumptown Ales - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mountain State Brewing Co. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪TipTop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sirianni’s Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Purple Fiddle - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Westwood-Very Private - Blackwater Canyon Trail- 1 mile from Thomas pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Westwood-Very Private - Blackwater Canyon Trail- 1 mile from Thomas?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Westwood-Very Private - Blackwater Canyon Trail- 1 mile from Thomas?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Westwood-Very Private - Blackwater Canyon Trail- 1 mile from Thomas located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Buxton & Landstreet Gallery and Studios and The White Room Art Gallery. Mountaintop Library and Thomas City Hall are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 152 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 152 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

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

Family fun

If you're looking for a very cozy and clean place to stay this is it. Very comfortable for six people and the location was amazing. Very much enjoyed our stay and looking forward to staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Perfect weekend getaway!

The property is close to major attractions but away from town. It's the last house on a dead-end street with only one other home. Note: the neighbors have two off-leash labs that came to the property daily. Be mindful if your dog is also off-leash. I was not concerned they would bite or attack, but they barked a lot when out. It was quiet (when neighbor dogs weren't out) and secluded. The place was nicer than the pictures. The kitchen was stocked (just bring cooking oil or butter). I would stay here again if I were visiting. Bring tissues and soap/toiletries.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jade E.

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

Winter vacation

Property was just as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gus R.

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

WV thanksgiving

Wonderful place. Very clean, relaxing, charming place. Many things to do in the surrounding nature, with a lot of history. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Robert H.

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

Guest

Awesome location. Close to town. Yet a nice country view. Place was very clean and on par with what we expected. The only issue is the steps and deck weren't shoveled. Other than that I would highly recommend staying here. A wonderful place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty P.

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

Nice Place

Nice and quiet place to relax. Enjoyed our return visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

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

Relaxing, secluded stay!

Great property with plenty of room. All the amenities we needed! Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

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

Tucker county retreat

Awesome time here. Lots to do nearby
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Olsen G.

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

Lovely Mt. Home

Had a great time at Westwood.Liked seeing ll the deer in our front yard. Home was great for our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

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

Private place to stay

This is a place to stay if you want to get away from the busy city life
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aparna I.

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

Gorgeous location

Westwood property was located in a pristine corner close to the hiking trail which we caught to get to Douglas falls. The property was really clean, spacious, with a well stocked kitchen. It is so close to black water state falls park, Canaan valley resort . We are looking forward to coming back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

West Virginia Mountains

We went to enjoy fall color in WV. Westwood is a beautiful home. Saw lots of deer and there were many spots around the house to sit and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. I would love to return to this wonderful place!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany T.

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

Loved our stay

We took a somewhat spontaneous trip to this house. We've rented in the area many times, but we really loved how comfortable the house was and the location. We took our pups and really, really appreciate the house being dog friendly. We will be back soon. This is our new pick for our trips to this area.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anca D.

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

An Idyllic Retreat

This house is charming, well spaced and comfortable, with all the necessary amenities. If you look for peace and quiet- yet close to all main state parks trails and attractions - this is it. The nearby little towns of Thomas and Davis were a pleasant surprise with so many good cafes, restaurants, farmers market and gift shops. We had a wonderful time and recharged.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

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

Perfect Pet Friendly Cabin

Cozy cabin, well appointed with plenty of blankets, kitchen ware, appliances, dog bowls, coverings on furniture for dogs and bath towels. Fun stay with plenty going on in the town of Thomas as well as Davis. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

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

Relaxing getway

We enjoyed our stay there if you want to get away from the busy life of the city this is the place for you
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ginny T.

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

Beautiful Property

The property was peaceful and beautiful. It was a great stay, close to lots of hiking and great food! The internet worked great for when we had to work.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Karen T.

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

Thomas Westwould

The property was outstanding. So beautiful. There was an apple tree which was a big hit with the Deer. A very cute town with some shopping and a few places for dinner. The house was old and needs some updates however very clean and well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth B.

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

Getaway

Very nice area to get away and scenery was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann R.

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

Fantastic secluded home close to 2 cute towns

The Westwood was a great get away for me, my partner and our pup. We had a great time playing in the snow, checking out Davis and Thomas as well as local parklands.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn U.

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

Quaint getaway

We had a lovely stay and would come back again! Of note, there is not a hot tub on the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

HENRI P.

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

Enjoyed our stay

We were in the area for a family event and stayed the weekend. Nice property away from it all. Enjoyed the much needed peace and quiet. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney B.

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

Wonderful place

This property and host are amazing! The house was clean, spacious and very comfortable. The host was responsive and very helpful. We had a great time and cannot wait to return to Westwood in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

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

Great spot!

The place was perfect for what we were looking for. Rex, the owner was responsive and answered all our questions. We would definitely go back
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

diana m.

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

Perfect place for relaxation!

Clean, beautiful and heavenly quite!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Rex Phares

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Michelle and Rex Phares live in Elkins, WV, about a 40 minute drive from Westwood. We've spent many weekends and holidays at Westwood as have many of our friends.

Why they chose this property

It's the location. Close to Thomas with all its artsy and antique shops and the Purple Fiddle. Yet Westwood is all about privacy. It's a great place to explore the Cannan Valley and Thomas/Davis area. There's a lot to do here, world class mountain biking, x-country skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, bird watching. The Blackwater Canyon rails to trail is at the bottom of our driveway. There is the Mountain State Brewing Company, Sirrianis Pizza, Hellbenders Burritos and Stumptown Ales all with a 3 mile drive. If your visiting between March and November, by all means, bring your mountain or road bike. December thru March bring your skis or snowboard. There's always something to do.

What makes this property unique

Just a great place to be in the mountains and enjoy what the area has to offer.

Languages:

English

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