Come spend a weekend, week, or more at the River Retreat! Our secluded cabin is situated along the Buckhannon River. We are conveniently located 2 miles from the Hampton boat launch, 3 miles from Upshur County Trails and Recreation Park, and 6 miles from downtown Buckhannon. The space is comprised of 2 bedrooms, a large living area, 2 bathrooms, dining/kitchen area, patio, balcony, and fire pit. Secluded Riverfront Property on Best Muskie River in the State! The space The Muskie-lounge River Retreat boasts a beautiful rural view in all seasons. Enjoy the peaceful woods, firepit, or fishing the Buckhannon River. The section of river bordering the property is known for being prime muskellunge territory. Within a short drive are the Hampton boat launch, Upshur County Trails (for biking, hiking, frisbee golf, and more), WV Wildlife Center, and Fidler Mill.
If you're from out of town you may also want to consider exploring well-known attractions such as: Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum (22mi), Stonewall Resort (31mi), Tygart Lake State Park (45mi), Seneca Rocks (65mi), Blackwater Falls (68mi), and Dolly Sods (72mi). Some of West Virginia's finest attractions, as well as our favorite restaurants, can be found in a brochure upon your arrival.
PLEASE NOTE: -We frequently replenish the gravel in the driveway; however, it can still be difficult to navigate in the winter. We recommend a 4wd vehicle if the weather is icy. -Cable and wifi are unavailable due to the cabin's secluded location in the West Virginia mountains. WE DO HAVE A HOTSPOT AVAILABLE On Site and plenty of dvds to choose from. -Cell phone service in rural WV can be spotty at times; however, we have AT&T and get good service.
My wife's great grandfather originally built the Muskie-Lounge River Retreat as a hunting cabin. We have recently undergone adventure of transforming this cabin into our family home. We are frequently making renovations to create a more family friendly atmosphere while still maintaining the rugged mountain environment. We appreciate any thoughtful feedback you may provide.
KITCHEN SPECIFICS -stove and oven -utensils and dinnerware -instapot (and air fryer lid) -coffee maker -full size fridge -toaster -microwave Guest access Please make yourselves at home! Guests have access to everything on the property except for a maintenance room (where we keep supplies) and the shed near the train tracks. Other things to note -Please do not rearrange the furniture (Chairs in master bedroom may be used on balcony and wooden chairs can be used on deck. We just ask you don't leave the chairs out in bad weather and put them back where they belong.) ~Hotspot Password can be found on the bottom of the hotspot and is listed in the living room area ~Absolutely NO SMOKING or VAPING inside.
Thank you for respecting our cabin. A full list of expectations can be found under house rules. Additionally, is a checklist entitled 'Before you go' placed on the kitchen table. We ask you follow those few steps before your checkout to help us keep cleaning costs low.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Wash any used dishes and leave in drying rack
Strip any used beds (sheets only)
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Buckhannon
Located in Buckhannon, this cabin is in the mountains. Buckhannon Country Club Golf Course and Riverbend Golf Club at EvUnBreth are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Upshur County Recreational Park and Fred Brooks Park.
Upshur County Recreational Park - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
Upshur County Public Library - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
Wendling's Plaza - 7 min drive - 8.3 km
Buckhannon City Park - 10 min drive - 11.4 km
West Virginia Wesleyan College - 10 min drive - 11.7 km
Getting around
Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County) - 45 min drive
Restaurants
Sheetz - 11 min drive
McDonald's - 9 min drive
Las Trancas - 10 min drive
Tudor's Biscuit World - 12 min drive
Sam's Pizza - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Muskie-Lounge River Retreat! Secluded getaway. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Muskie-Lounge River Retreat! Secluded getaway. ?
As of 12 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Muskie-Lounge River Retreat! Secluded getaway. on 17 Aug, 2026 start from S$179, 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 at Muskie-Lounge River Retreat! Secluded getaway. ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Muskie-Lounge River Retreat! Secluded getaway. ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Muskie-Lounge River Retreat! Secluded getaway. ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Muskie-Lounge River Retreat! Secluded getaway. located?
Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Upshur County Recreational Park, Wendling's Plaza, and Skyline Plaza. Fred Brooks Park and Buckhannon City Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Everything was wonderful! Super clean an nice. We really enjoyed being able to explore the near by towns and getting to see the loavl groundhog. We will definitely be back
Andrea c.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar, 2026
Thank you. We appreciate you staying at our cabin.
This peaceful, serene getaway was exactly as described and had everything we needed.The hosts were accommodating and quick to respond to emails.The only downfall was the weather- we will be back to explore the area!
This cabin was awesome, secluded and quiet, we explored the area with-in 2 hrs. of cabin every day, visited town shops and antique stores. Visiting New River Gorge then Buffalo Creek Lantern Cruise was the highlight of the trip, a must see. We had a pit fire every night outside the cabin, awesome firepit. Would recommend this cabin for your stay.
David S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct, 2025
Thank you, we enjoy the peaceful atmosphere at the cabin too. Especially sitting next to a fire in the fire pit.
We enjoyed our stay. The house was conveniently located to both town and our family. It is a homey dwelling with lots of space. It was great to be unplugged for a while.
Acacia D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun, 2025
Acacia, thank you for your kind words. We appreciate you staying at our cabin.
We visited over the holidays with our family and were inpressed with the cabin! Plenty of room for thebkids to play and they loved the toys that were included!We had a few minor issues but the hosts were quicl to communicate and resolve them. Can't wait to stay here on our next trip!We
Visiting family in the area. Looking for our own space to hang out at in between visits with them. Nice quiet spot, clean and comfortable.
Paula Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words. We appreciate you staying at our cabin.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Larry
9 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I really liked how quiet it was I loved sitting on the balcony first thing in the morning got to watch two baby deer playing the property is perfect my kid's didn't want to leave we had an amazing time
We stayed 2 nights over Labor Day weekend and everyone had a great time. We had everything we needed and the cabin was clean and nice. The hosts are wonderful. I highly recommend this property.
This was an excellent place to stay. Communication was good and they gave helpful suggestions about local activities. Their directions were helpful, and clean up instructions were clear. The cabin was very nice. We enjoyed our stay.
Property was a great home base for our family in the Buckhannon area to visit family. Quiet place-especially since the trains do not seem to be running anymore(coal mine closed). Hosts were quick to respond to a request, and exceeded our expectations.