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Stay WATERFRONT ! Stay CHEAT RIVER LODGE

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You will experience the beauty and peacefulness that nature and privacy create
Terrace/patio
this photo was taken just hours before Thomas Gates checked-in.
this photo was taken just hours before Thomas Gates checked-in.
this photo was taken just hours before Thomas Gates checked-in.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Elkins, WV
  • Place, Stuart Recreation Area
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Canaan Valley Ski Resort
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Blackwater Falls State Park
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Loft

1 Queen Bed

Riverside Bedroom - 1st Floor

1 Queen Bed

Woodside Bedroom - 1st Floor

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Main Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stay WATERFRONT ! Stay CHEAT RIVER LODGE

BOOK NOW to lock in your vacation prices ! 'WaterFRONT' properties will soon experience significant increase in flood insurance rates that will unfortunately have to be passed on to patrons.

When you stay at Cheat River Lodge's BIG POPLAR CABIN, rest assured you will satisfy your affinity for water as the river is just steps from your doorway. This premier property offers 5 acres for your private use. Adjacent to the Monongahela National Forest. Hot tub. Pet friendly. Nearby dining & shopping

The BIG POPLAR Cabin", is RIVERFRONT and is our MOST PRIVATE GETAWAY ! Located at the edge of the National Forest, and on the Shavers Fork of the Cheat River, a major trout stocking location.
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Experience the appeal of an authentic log cabin with the warm color of the log walls, cathedral ceiling and cozy, glass fronted wood burning stove nestled in a natural stone hearth.

Nothing better exists for those needing access for fishing, kayaking, and tubing. Its at your front door. Less than 10 minutes to the Greenbrier-Durbin scenic train depot in Elkins. Hike & X-County Ski the Monongahela National Forest. 23 miles to downhill skiing !

As a guest with CHEAT RIVER LODGE properties, you will benefit by our 40 years in the hospitality industry. We are NOT a remote property management company. We have an 'on premise' office location that is staffed 24/7 to meet your needs.. All of our properties are RIVERFRONT, and are listed with VRBO. If you need additional accommodations nearby you may also like our SWINGING VINE (#98661), and RHODODENDRON (# 986624). Coming soon on VRBO is our LODGE (#1507732), TREEHOUSE (#987137), and STONE HOUSE (#987138)

Personalized linens, and attractive décor make this the perfect escape. Each of the two bedrooms on the main floor, and the third area in the loft are furnished with queen beds. The kitchen is fully equipped with all of the essentials, to include dinnerware that matches the décor. Modern conveniences include: electric heat, air conditioning, and cable TV. Additional fans, a charcoal barbecue grill, picnic table,

Note that the staircase to the loft area is very steep, and unsuitable for young children and elderly persons.

Upon your arrival, you will be greeted by a warm hot tub and fresh linens on the bed. Pack your bags!
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WINTER TRAVEL: prepare your vehicle for encountering snow covered roads.
4 wheel drive is best
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INTERNET: to assure that service will be available, it must be requested at the time you make a reservation because the service must be pre-arranged. There is a usage fee. We cannot guarantee that the speeds or data that will support gaming, downloading movies, etc.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17
Loft stairs not for children. $15 nightly fee
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
$50 stay fee/per pet.Must be crated if unattended.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
OUTSIDE only.
Use of Premise: to preserve the privacy and quiet that our guests desire,only registered guests permitted on our premises. Hot tub use is adult only
No 'campfires'. Floating embers are a fire danger because of our heavily treed property. Charcoal grill in yard (not deck). Do not use wood.
Bring towels for the bath, kitchen, and hot tub They can be provided for a fee. Bed linens are supplied

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the neighborhood

Elkins

Located in Elkins, this cabin 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 looking for area attractions can visit West Virginia Railroad Museum and Augusta Heritage Center.
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Elkins, WV

What's nearby

  • Stuart Recreation Area - 2 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Canaan Valley - 30 min drive - 45.9 km
  • Canaan Valley Ski Resort - 35 min drive - 51.3 km
  • Blackwater Falls State Park - 47 min drive - 71.4 km
  • Blackwater Falls - 49 min drive - 73.2 km

Getting around

  • Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Fox Hops Brewery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪C.J. Maggie's American Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay WATERFRONT ! Stay CHEAT RIVER LODGE pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Stay WATERFRONT ! Stay CHEAT RIVER LODGE?

As of Mar 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stay WATERFRONT ! Stay CHEAT RIVER LODGE on May 18, 2026 start from $281, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stay WATERFRONT ! Stay CHEAT RIVER LODGE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay WATERFRONT ! Stay CHEAT RIVER LODGE?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stay WATERFRONT ! Stay CHEAT RIVER LODGE located?

Situated in Elkins, this beach cabin is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Stuart Recreation Area and within 9 mi (15 km) of Alpena Gap Recreation Site and Gandy Dancer Theatre and Conference Center. Elkins City Park and West Virginia Railroad Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin, loved the wood stove and hot tub on the cool weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice rustic place to get away to for a quick vacation. Nice swimming hole in the creek right out the back door.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcia P.

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

Poplar cabin

Had an amazing time! The cheat River was amazing right out the back door! We did a lot of fabulous sight seeing around the area… thank you, we had a blast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Loved the stream.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Brandon D.

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

Great place

Great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful. Definitely good place to stay in mountains. Communication with the owner eas spot on. One thing don't expect cell service if you have verizon lol.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty L.

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

Homey Getaway

Beautiful quiet cabin. Great view of stream. Comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Perfect Gataway!

Cabin and property is beautiful! My family enjoyed the river and hot tub.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Absolutely perfect!!

Property was amazing..very secluded. Staying here is a must. We will definitely be back..
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitzy O.

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

Thank you

This makes our second time staying. We have it reserved again first week of April. Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sherry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful cabin

The cabin was absolutely perfect. Very clean. The water running over the rocks in front was very relaxing. We enjoyed our stay here. The only problems we had...were the wifi (That you pay extra to have)was horrible. It hardly ever worked. The hot tub jets had very little pressure.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet secluded cabin with river access. Access could use some maintenace but with caution you can get to waters edge. Cabin was clean. Two items of note: beds were firm and you need to brings towels. Host is very upfront about both. Host was easy to reach and easy to work with.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting and location. Well constructed log cabin. Spa a plus. Sheets and comforters very soft. Clean cabin. Well insulated. TV is huge and archaic/old. Dominated the room but only supplied basic service and not adaptable. The only room with no heat was the bathroom which was really the only room that would have benefited from having heat. Heater there but no control knob. Electric outlets would not hold iPhone chargers- very loose connections. Not clear on switches for the myriad of odd lights. Great space, needs some interior help.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

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

Perfect Cabin in the woods

This was such a great (and large!) Cabin with perfect access to Canaan Valley skiing. Loved it! All the decor and feel is just what we wanted for a relaxing winter weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chase t.

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

Great Private Cabin

Very private. Right on the river. But close to town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyra C.

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

Perfect Cabin

This was the best cabin! Even better than shown online. It was very secluded and clean. Great location and great hosts. We had a slight issue checking in, but the hosts made sure to accommodate and we couldn’t have been happier. We will definitely be coming back and specifically for this cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Beautiful spot

This is a private cabin that gives you your own section of Shavers Fork of the Cheat River. Very clean and well set up upon arrival. Nice deck out back facing the stream. Hot tub was at a good temperature for us. We would come back. Good central location to explore Monongahela Park.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KOR O.

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

Wonderful

The weather was terrible and it was still fun. We spent our time in the hot tub and enjoyed the beautiful cabin. The river was right outside- and rolling because of the rain and it was so peaceful. We hope to be back in the fall with our whole family. Great stay. Thank you to the amazing hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry L.

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

Great weekend

Nice property. Clean, beautiful location and easy check-in. Be prepared to be totally “off the grid” though as you get zero cell and pretty poor wi fi. It was a actually refreshing in a way but just a warning to those who may need/want it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina B.

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

Absolutely beautiful!

The location is absolutely spectacular. You can't ask for a more beautiful place to visit for some peace and quiet. The cabin was a great size for us. The beds are definitely firm so be prepared for that. There's definitely some much needed tlc that should be addressed but I hope that this place will be around for us to visit again. Even with the little things that need to be done I'd stay here again without question.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Weston A.

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

Great Place near the river

The cabin was semi-remote, and quite on the river. The setting is beautiful and tranquil. However, you need to bring paper towels, hot pads, and basic cooking supplies (i.e. oil, salt and pepper, herbs and spices, hot pads). That being said, there is a Walmart, and Kroger down the road in Elkins. I cannot wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob D.

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

Wonderful cabin escape

The Big Poplar cabin was surrounded by mountain laurel thicket and had a great view of the river! The inside was clean and the layout was very comfortable for the 4 of us. With the National Forest right across the river there were miles of hiking trails and only minutes from Elkins for supplies and good food (BBQ at Smoke on the Water was amazing). Definitely on our return visit list! Roxye was a breeze to work with. Thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Archival

8/10 Good

Deirdre S.

Very quaint and true log cabin right on riverside

We very much enjoyed our ski-planned President's Day weekend get-away despite the 60=degree weather and lack of skiing. Hiking was great, hot tub was great, accommodations were very comfortable. Townspeople and fisherman were all very friendly. My only suggestion would be some board games or books for house, and a few more kitchen supplies. Other than that, we had a very nice time. Will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

Wonderful!

This cabin in the woods was the perfect place for my family! We really couldn't have asked for more. It was secluded enough we felt like we had full privacy, but also close enough to Elkins to make the short drive if we needed anything. Being directly on the river was the best part, and there is a nice sized deck and yard to hang out in. The biggest plus was it was clean!!! We only stayed for 2 nights and housekeeping even stopped after our first night to see if we wanted them to straighten up or need anything. Beautiful place, beautiful area, can't wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

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

Cabin of Relaxation

My wife and I went to the cabin for a 2 night stay, loved the whole experience. The cabin was clean and very welcoming when we arrived. Everything was exactly as it was described in the listing. My only complaint is that we weren't really able to kayak because the river was too shallow and less of a river more of a creek. We brought a 2 person raft and tied off to the rocks in a deep pool which worked out great. We will definitely be returning in the future ane recommending the cabin to anyone looking to get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Roxye Marshall

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Joe and Roxye have owned and rented property on the Cheat River since 1984. The Marshalls offer 35 years of experience in hospitality as the pioneers of destinations on the Cheat. The Marshalls have been featured in various travel publications from Southern Living, Canoe Magazine to the Washington Post and named a Washingtonian Top 52 Getaway !!

As a guest, you will benefit by our 40 years in the hospitality industry. We are NOT a remote property management company. We have an 'on premise' office location that is staffed 24/7 to meet your needs.

Why they chose this property

Riverfront. Hot Tub. Log Cabin. Private. . Full staff. Hot tub maintained DAILY by professionals.

What makes this property unique

This stretch of riverfront offers privacy that is hard to come by as other areas have developed with camping parks and cabins. It’s perfect for fishing enthusiasts as it sits along the Shavers Fork of the Cheat River, which is a notorious, heavily stacked stream. The location adjacent to the Monongahela National Forest offers tons of opportunities to get outside! Proximity to the ski-resorts (30 miles to Canaan/Timberline, 50 miles to Snowshoe/Silver Creek) offers the option of downhill skiing too for day trips. Within a short drive is Elkins, known as a quirky, eclectic town where you will find interesting shops and restaurants in addition to the conventional retail outlets and grocery stores.

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