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Riverfront Mountain Getaway, Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Swimming Hole, Fireplace

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Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Miscellaneous
Great fishing, swimming and floating on Shavers Fork Cheat River.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Elkins, WV
  • Stuart Recreation Area
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Gandy Dancer Theatre and Conference Center
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Davis and Elkins College
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Riverfront Mountain Getaway, Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Swimming Hole, Fireplace

Three Bedroom, 2 1/2 Baths, Two Dining Areas, Two Living Rooms, Fireplace, Two large Decks with Hot Tub Overlooking The River, Laundry, Gas grill, Fire Pit, and River Beach.

The house is very comfortable and clean. It is stocked with many extras for enjoying the great outdoors. Yard games including, corn hole, footballs, and wiffleball/bats.

The home sleeps 7 people comfortably. Bedroom 1- Queen,
vaulted ceilings, river view. Bedroom 2- Full Bed
Bedroom 2- Full and Twin bed

We have several family members who are allergic to cats and dogs, so no pets allowed, sorry.

No smoking permitted in the home.

All wheel drive is needed in winter weather.

Property manager

Patti Reckart
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Elkins

Located in Elkins, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Canaan Valley Resort Golf Club and Canaan Valley Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Stuart Recreation Area and Alpena Gap Recreation Site. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Elkins, WV

What's nearby

  • Stuart Recreation Area - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Gandy Dancer Theatre and Conference Center - 12 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Elkins City Park - 13 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Davis and Elkins College - 15 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Blackwater Falls State Park - 67 min drive - 65.4 km

Getting around

  • Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Steer - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Mountain Getaway, Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Swimming Hole, Fireplace pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront Mountain Getaway, Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Swimming Hole, Fireplace?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront Mountain Getaway, Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Swimming Hole, Fireplace?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront Mountain Getaway, Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Swimming Hole, Fireplace located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Stuart Recreation Area and within 9 miles (15 km) of Alpena Gap Recreation Site and Gandy Dancer Theatre and Conference Center. Elkins City Park and American Mountain Theater are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

amber s.

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

Exactly what we were looking for!

The place and location were great! Well stocked and fun for the kids. Fishing was awesome! Would like to come back in warmer weather too.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Conner W.

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

Trout fishing trip

The house was exactly what we were expecting and we had no issues with anything. We were stay for a trout fishing trip unfortunately we didn’t catch very many but the house in in the perfect location for fishing close by and easy access to near by streams. We enjoyed the house and would like to come back in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin M.

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

Fun Winter Weekend with Friends

Our group was looking for a fun winter weekend in WV and found this great property just outside of Elkins! The house had plenty of room for our group of 7 and had a great, private location along the cheat river. We happened to be staying when a winter storm hit, which made the weekend much more interesting! Luckily, the host was very helpful and communicative to ensure we had a great weekend! We’d love to stay here again - though maybe in the summer next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Masoud M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Cleanliness of Property

The house was not clean. The entire house, along with the bed, had an unpleasant smell, especially the furniture, pillows, rooms, and bed sheets.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Angela H.

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

Great time

Lovely property, peaceful and relaxing. Enjoyed fishing and the hot tub. Everything we needed on hand.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelia M.

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

River Star .....overall excellent experience

Beautiful house, great location......overall excellent experience..enjoyed every minute...will definitely consider booking again in the future...would love to live there....the whole experience was perfect. House was completely stocked with everything you would need...only thing you need is clothes and oersonal items
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniela M.

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

Perfeito get away

Had everything we need it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Diane F.

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

Wonderful experience

The house and grounds were beautiful. The firepit proved to be very enjoyable and most all about the house was very accommodating. Just a few problems: very little toilet paper and paper towels were available, until late in our stay we found the stash in the garage; the gas grill was extremely dirty and there was so much grease deposited in the grill that the one time we used the grill actually caught on fire; window in the bedroom with two beds was slightly open when we arrived and we were unable to close it upon departure and finally a set of steak knives would be very beneficial. Overall, the experience was great, the river was beautiful but our fishing experience resulted in no fish even though we fished everyday. Thank you for an unforgettable vacation.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Another amazing stay

This place is amazing. The house is well stocked with cooking utensils and towels and even some firewood for a small fire. We love staying here for our annual girls trip. The hot tub is amazing with the views of the river. Unfortunately we didn’t get much fishing in because the river was high but we enjoyed our time anyway. The host is great with getting back to us. We had zero issues except we didn’t want to leave 😊.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

molly r.

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

Perfect location to unwind and reset.

The Riverstar is such a beautiful home and property. The house and grounds are well maintained and very clean. The property owner is very polite and helpful. We enjoyed every minute of our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandi T.

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

Great family getaway

Property was easy to find very accommodating and spacious. My family is on year 3 of a family trip in or new at Elkins area and we have decided this is the perfect fit. The hot tub was large the yard and fire pit super nice and plenty of games like Cornhole to play. Right by the water so if you want to fish/swim. We will be back next year for the annual trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen L.

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

Beautiful setting and outdoor area

We all enjoyed the girls getaway weekend. The hot tube, fire pit.., were great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

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

So relaxing

Where to start on this absolutely amazing property.. The house itself has very 1970s modern look to it. With stone feature on the bottom half all the way around the house. I personally love this style of house. Front porch with a couple rockers and a porch swing... where if you like trains you can see the Western Maryland come by twice a day. If you want to ride it, it pulls out from just up town in Elkins. Walking into the house there was lots of natural light from multiple skylights and large widows. A very large living area with a super comfy couch and a TV. The kitchen is smack dab in the middle of the house which makes it convenient for meal prep and being able to still hang out with whoever is in the kitchen. A smaller sunken living room with a nice sized fire place and a door going to the back deck. The lay out of this place was absolutely fantastic. All the bedrooms were on one side of the house while all the living and hangout areas were on the other. Once we went out back we were in love. Plenty of seating options from down by the river, on both decks, and the fire pit. A rock paved path that lead to the river. It's a really good spot to put out a kayak, raft, or tubes. If you don't want to float down river plenty of trees are available to tie off on so you can just sit in the river on your tube. Hands down our new favorite spot. We travel a lot and this is by far the most relaxing place we have EVER stayed. We've already begun planning our next trip out.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad K.

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

The rest we needed

I traveled with my family and parents for an extended weekend before school started. This house was the perfect set up. The house was very spacious and offered everything we needed (my daughter wanted faster wifi). We spent the days fishing, floating in the river, in the hot tub, playing corn hole and long sits by the fire. It was very quiet and although there are a couple houses around, you can't see them or hear them. For dinner one night we ate at Smoke on the Water and it was also amazing. It's a must if you're in the area. We would not hesitate to return and relax again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick S., Dover, OH

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

The perfect place for a relaxing weekend!

This house has everything you need to stay for a week or a weekend. It's clean, comfortable and well stocked with the necessities. The river in the backyard is perfect for swimming or fishing, and the whole outside area is great for unwinding on the hammock, soaking in the hot tub or sitting around the fire. We had a last minute cancelation on another rental out of state, and the owner of the house made quick arrangements for us to check in the next day. From check in to checkout we codlin't have asked for a better experience. If we return to Elkins I would not hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlene C.

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

Great Location

Riverfront location and large yard were excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect

Loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Absolutely perfect!

Love, love, love River Star! House was clean with nice layout, check-in was a breeze. Property was beautiful, private and peaceful. On a dead end road with a neighbor on each side but enough distance and foliage to feel like no one else is around. Access to river from back yard. Wish we could’ve stayed longer and can’t wait to go back! Perfect- everything I look for in a vacation spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly P.

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

Wonderful Weekend at the River!

Our family experienced the most wonderful weekend at this river house. Patti was an excellent host who answered all of our questions quickly. The house was clean and perfectly equipped for our weekend and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

slade b.

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

tyler county get away

The place was everything and then some. We have stayed at several places over the last 12 years and this was the best place for sure. We will hopefully be renting again for fall trip and next year spring trip
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

Perfect Winter Getaway

Patty was a great communicator!! The house was exceptional! We used it as a place to stay while enjoying sledding and tubing. It was wonderful to relax in the hot tub and we really enjoyed the river view!! The house is huge with plenty of room. The fireplace was wonderful. Our biggest complaint is not having enough time to enjoy the house and use the firepit. We hope to visit during the warm months to take advantage of the river!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles R.

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

Fishing Trip

Great trip, great property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

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

Perfect Family Fishing Trip

Wonderful place to spend quality time together! Thoroughly enjoyed fishing right in the back yard area! Peaceful, serene and overall a fantastic place to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heath S.

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

A fun getaway

We had a great time over the few days we stayed at this home. Highlights definitely include direct access to the river and the fire pit. Mosquitoes might be an issue so be sure to bring repellant. If you’re interested in floating down the lazy river you might want to bring your own tubes. The property does have a few options but many of their tubes were unusable. The house was very clean. All beds were comfortable. Kitchen fully loaded. Overall a really nice getaway for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bevin O., Charleston, WV

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

A Beautiful Home on the River

The house is perfect and makes a wonderful base to enjoy the River. The home is always very clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Patti Reckart

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Our family fell in love with The Shaver's Fork of The Cheat River. We live close by in Elkins, WV and love to get away to fish, float and relax at the river. I am originally from New York and my husband is a native West Virginian.

Why they chose this property

River Star is a great location. It has one of the best locations to access the river. It is a gradual access (I call it my river beach) into a great swimming hole. The river has riffles above and below our swimming hole. The property also has a beautiful trickling creek that runs through the property. Kids love to play in the creek, as well as in the river. The property boasts three lots, with a lot of room to play yard games or pop up a tent.

Languages:

English

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