Location: Canaan Valley, West Virginia, USA (Near Davis, WV 2 1/2 hours Pittsburgh or Dullas Airports) View Map
Accommodations: Cabin, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-7)
A serene, intimate, and beautifully furnished cabin in gated Old Timberline adjacent to its conservancy, is nestled in Canaan Valley, West Virginia. This cabin perfect for a honeymoon couple or those seeking refuge from the frantic pace of urban life is cool in the summer and has abundant snow in the winter. Situated on five acres of wooded and open meadows land with its own pond it has a gorgeous sunset view over Spruce Island Lake and long views of the valley and the adjacent Cabin Mountain.
Touchstone, at its doorstep, has six miles of private trails as part of Old Timberline. It is a short walk to the Timberline Four Season Resort slopes, ten minutes by car to Whitegrass Cross Country Center and the Canaan Valley Ski and Golf Resort. Snow sleding and tubing is also avaialble. Four wheel drive is not required for access to Touchstone. The Fall Colors Season is particularly spectacular in Cannan Valley. There is a popular local festival during this time.
Canaan Valley is known as " a bit of Canada gone astray" due to its unique northern climate at such a southern latitude. As a result most of the valley is held as a public preserve owned by the state and national governments. Touchstone is fortunate to be located in the midst of all of this natural beauty.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: New Washer
- Dryer: New Dryer
- Linens Provided: Two complete sets for each bed
- Garage: In house garage, particularly nice in the winter.
- Covered Parking: Indoor garage
- Wood Stove: Fully Stacked woodpile, Able to heat the house if needed
- Beds
- Queen Bed: High quality beds. Very comfortable
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Canaan Cable Service Two TVs
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: Some available
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: Variety of types of music
- Private Hot Tub: Outside under the stars Cleaned immediately before and after occupancy Weekly rentals receive one additional mid week maintenance
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: New Stove with glass cooktop. New Microwave
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Fully outfitted kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave: New
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill: New Grill
- Deck/Patio: Several decks
- View/Location
- Lake View: On common land, clear view of Spruce Island Lake available There is an additional pond on the property
- Water View: Clear view with common land around lake
- Mountain View: Looking up Canaan Valley from the pond is one of the finer pleasures of life.
- Communications
- Telephone: two units
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Works off Canaan Cable
- Other Amenities
- VCR/DVD, 2nd VCR,Private Pond on the property, boat available at dock on Spruce Island Lake New gas furnace installed which will assure even quiet heating for the winter. Nine new casement Energy Star windows installed. All bedrooms newly painted.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly: Lots of room for kids to "run" and play. Lots to do.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Summer ... $550/3 nights, $ 960/week, $110 extra night-Specials available
Winter ... $700/3nights .. $1040/week, $100 extra night-Specials available
Winter Holiday .. $910/3N/Wk .. $1352/week, $130 extra night. Specials availlable
Summer Holiday... $660/3N/Wk ..$1070/week, $130 extra night
Administrative fee for local contact $23 & $20 hottub
WV Tax 12%
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2002
Why the Owner Chose Canaan Valley
After looking a long time throughout the Appalachians for just the right spot, we found it. It is breathtaking scenic yet it has lots of activities to do without having the feeling of development. We are surrounded by public lands which has contributed to this sense,
The Unique Benefits at this Cabin
We join the rhythms of nature that surround us here....watching the wildlife amble by...listening to the waterfowl on the lake....tracking the sun as it sets in the West.
Property Photos
- Retreat in the woods - Canaan Valley Rental
- Secluded cabin on five acres with pond - Canaan Valley Rental
- Touchstone is a cozy winter getaway - Canaan Valley Rental
- Cozy Great Room with Fieldstone Fireplace
- A quiet spot to enjoy the changing of the seasons.
- Master bedroom with own bath
- Atop Cabin Mt over Spruce Is Lake-Touchstone is nestled in the trees on the left
- Well appointed kitchen with new stove and microwave
- Jade Bathroom, one of two full baths.
- Touchstone is furnished with Japanese antiques and local memorabilia
- Close-by Timberline slopes from adjacent lake to Touchstone
- Across the private pond in early morning. Also adjacent to Spruce Island Lake
- Wintertime from the hot tub
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Positive Rating
Wonderful getting to spend the holidays at Canaan. I took a daily walk around the lake before settling in with a good book before the fire. Completely let down and relaxed. The snow was beautiful particularly on the long walks up in the Fish and Wildlife wilderness areas. The world seemed so at peace.
Positive Rating
We loved our short or "mini" vacation here in your home (We come every year.) We were surprised by the snow before Halloween. It is a special time being with family and relaxing and enjoying the mountains.
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We enjoyed a fun yet relaxing week in your lovely home. For several summers we have rented homes for our vacation. This has been a favorite. We spent our days picking blueberries on Dolly Sods, swimming, and using the playground at Canaan St. Park. We visited Blackwater Falls and rode ponies at Mountain Trail Rides. We had a daily friendly competition spotting and counting deer. We played games, read, and truly relaxed and spent time together as a fmily. Thank you for sharing your home with our family.
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Touchstone is a dream house. Love the open to bring the outside in --Look! and private lot it is on. 3 days is not long enough to be here. A life time would be great. It has been a wonderful family getaway. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home with us.
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Happy MLK week-end. We enjoyed our time at Touchstone Cabin. A great week-end of skiing, snow boarding, eating, and relaxing. The hot tub is a Great feature!!
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It was snowing like crazy when we got here. The house is beautiful as is the land. We had four small children with us and they took full advantage of all the hills they could find for sledding, the grown -ups had fun with the sleds also. We had a great time. Thank you