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Garagemahal

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The Garagemahal in early October. Roam the trails nearby at road's end.
Your living room and kitchen delight. PHOTO by Vern Patterson
Gather round and enjoy some 
 quality time away from home!
Comfy living room with decks out both sides.
Perfect size living room with Smart TV and DVD player.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Davis, WV
  • Place, Canaan Valley
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Canaan Valley Resort State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Timberline Four Season Resort
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Garagemahal

423 Weiss Knob Ski Rd near Davis WV in Canaan Valley...TrAiL SiDe/Garagemahal lodge adjacent to White Grass Ski Touring Center and Cafe in scenic Canaan Valley, WV is run by Chip Chase and Laurie Little. Two bedroom furnished, sleeps five w/ fold out bed, full kitchen and bath with tub/shower, washer/dryer, and 2 porches. 2nd story and steps are required, 1025 sq. ft. apartment with south facing windows and forested mountainside views. Indoor garage parking. Spring water, warm forced air gas heat and portable air conditioner for the few hot midsummer heat spells. Ceiling fans, large screened windows, and insulated shades help keep the house cool and comfy. The house is very well insulated for year around comfort. We are at the end of a quiet rural road leading to the National Forest and very private although adjacent to the Chase home. Seasonal access to the WG sauna. Secluded 8 acre reserve with water falls, small native trout stream, and shelter within an old growth forest. Streamside trails throughout the property as well as over 100 kilometers hiking trails locally. Endless recreational opportunities in this outdoor paradise. Two night minimum. Pets allowed for $40 cleaning fee. We have two friendly dogs and an amazingly cute cat. They all three occasionally bark yet we are sensitive to your peace and quiet. VISA/MC accepted. * Walking distance to an Appalachian bubbling sand spring.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:30 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 (limit 2 total)

Pets ARE Allowed with a $40 one time cleaning fee

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 460010vb
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Davis

Located in Davis, this holiday home is in a rural area. Buxton & Landstreet Gallery and Studios and The White Room Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Timberline Four Season Resort and Canaan Valley Ski Resort. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
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Davis, WV

What's nearby

  • Canaan Valley - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Canaan Valley Resort State Park - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Canaan Valley Ski Resort - 11 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Timberline Four Season Resort - 11 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Blackwater Falls State Park - 21 min drive - 23.6 km

Getting around

  • Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Slippery Slope Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Quenchers Pub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Canaan Valley Bbq - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mama Mia Italian Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Hickory Dining Room - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Garagemahal pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Garagemahal?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Garagemahal?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Garagemahal?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Garagemahal located?

Nestled on the slopes, this ski-in/ski-out holiday home in Davis is within 2 miles (3 km) of Canaan Valley, Timberline Four Season Resort and Canaan Valley Resort State Park. Canaan Valley Ski Resort and Canaan Valley Resort Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 299 out of 306 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 306 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 306 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 306 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 306 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was bar none the best place we could have landed in the Canaan Valley. Beautiful in every direction, great hiking, and great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, property was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Erin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can’t beat the location!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenton W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall really great stay. House is in an excellent location near tons of hiking spots. Kitchen is well stocked. Very clean. Only minor critiques are that beds are not very comfortable and the unit is a little closer to the owner's house than expected.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2026
Brenton, Thank you for taking the time for this review. We strive to improve, especially the little things. Perhaps it's time to replace the beds yet they were high quality originally, too many kids bouncing up and down? Joyous spring to you and thanks for choosing our home for your getaway. Chip and Laurie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at the Garagemahal. It was perfect for us: clean, quiet, walking distance to White Grass and a nature preserve. It had everything we needed and is in a beautiful setting. We hope to return one day for more skiing and hiking.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome spot! Beds were comfy, kitchen was well stocked. Very clean, cozy, and convenient to white grass skiing! We’ll be back
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful time in Canaan valley with wonderful hosts!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My first visit to West VA. What a great rental, so clean and comfortable, dog friendly, close to shops, hiking, pubs and restaurants in Davis. The owner couldn't have been more friendly. We had a great bonfire, cooked on the grill, walked the trails and walked to the beautiful creek right on the property. Only good things to say about THE Garagemahal! Beautiful area!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KC C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed the property and location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Traci K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property as described and well stocked and can't get any closer to Whitegrass!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place…easy to get to and convenient to a bunch of hiking areas. We look forward to staying there again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway right next to Whitegrass. Couldn’t be better. We are so thankful for this opportunity to stay at Garagemahal!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! Chip and Laurie were wonderful hosts. Good communication. Clean space. Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kammie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The garagemahal was clean and so comfy! Everything you need for a comfortable stay is right at your fingertips. Chip and Laurie are fabulous hosts. We had a wonderful stay. Beautiful scenery and fantastic memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was exactly as expected! Very nice and welcoming hosts who were also super responsive. Outstanding location and close enough to town. Perfect for our quick family getaway over Thanksgiving!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love Garagemahal and the hosts! They could not be better people. This place is a gem! You can’t go wrong if you’re interested in some skiing, hiking, or just looking to get away!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great pet friendly location; owners very friendly and helpful; great showerhead!
Creek an trail on property
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Another great stay

Wonderful hosts and a comfortable space in the beautiful Canaan Valley. We look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay with two small kids. Close proximity to everything we wanted to do in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin T.

Garagemahal is the best! Chip and Laurie are great, the house is awesome, and there’s still no
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
everything was great! the garagemahal was super cozy, clean and private, and had all of the amenities it advertised. chip and laurie were excellent hosts. we would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rich-Lois D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The fall leaves were beautiful. The scenic chair lift was a wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes, one of best
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Faye L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chip and Lorie were wonderful hosts and so friendly. Check in was awesome, felt like coming home. Loved the setup of the apartment, had everything we needed. The beds were very comfortable. The area was beautiful, would have liked to stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and perfect all around. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Chip Chase or Laurie Little

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Chip Chase and Laurie Little own and operate the White Grass Touring Center and Cafe since the 1970's. Chip is an all around naturalist while Laurie is one of the best read authors of two popular cookbooks.

Why they chose this property

Just over a mile to the western edge of Dolly Sods and Canaan State Park as well as adjacent to the Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge. A short scenic jaunt to the bubbling sand spring Refuge boardwalk. Under 5 minute drive to the Nat'l Wildlife Refuge Visitors Center and a 9.5 mile, 20 minute trek to Laneville and the bottom of Red Creek Trail in Dolly Sods. The house is full of maps, guide books, and chapters covering the fascinating local natural history. We are in the heart of Appalachian diversity, home to many workshops, group hikes, outdoor activities, and a birthplace of many rivers. Summers are cool, often filled with thunderstorms, and breezy clouds. Four distinct seasons and a winter often accompanied with fresh snowfall. Chip and Laurie hold a deep understanding of the area and are willing to share it.

What makes this property unique

In winter to be trailside on one of the nation's favorite cross country ski areas and in summer within a short walk or drive to some of the finest white water streams, pristine swimming holes, wild caves, and the funky tourist towns of Davis and Thomas.

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