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The Eloise: Greenbrier River Retreat + Tubes & Firepit

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Bistro table and chairs for outdoor coffee, lunch, or dinner
Property grounds
Property grounds
The Eloise—aerial POV
Access to the upper cabins is via the outdoor  wooden stairs shown here

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Blue Room - Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Green (Camping) Room —2nd BR in Main Cabin

1 Queen Bed

Small Cabin/Bunk House - Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Cinnamon Bathroom “Cini-loo”

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Pistachio Powder Room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

The Eloise: Greenbrier River Retreat + Tubes & Firepit

Welcome to The Eloise — your riverside escape on the Greenbrier.

Tucked along the banks of the Greenbrier River in Talcott, WV, The Eloise is a one-of-a-kind retreat where misty mornings, café-light evenings, and slow days by the water set the pace.

This unique stay combines a cozy main cabin and charming small cabin rented together, creating room to spread out while still feeling tucked away in your own little corner of West Virginia.

Spend your days floating the river, fishing, exploring nearby small towns, hiking scenic trails, or simply doing nothing at all. Grab a tube, sunscreen, and river essentials from our curated guest setup and head down toward the water.

As the sun goes down, light a fire, settle into the deck with a drink, and enjoy dinners under café lights while the sounds of the river and surrounding hills take over.

Though The Eloise feels worlds away, you’re conveniently located just minutes from local markets and everyday essentials.

Amenities include:

• Starlink Satellite Wi-Fi (great for remote work)
• Washer & dryer
• Two bathrooms
• Multiple cozy sleeping spaces
• Direct River access
• Firepit
• Outdoor gathering spaces
• Pet-friendly accommodations

Whether you’re planning an anniversary trip, family getaway, river weekend, or simply looking to unplug for a few days, The Eloise was made for slow mornings, starry skies, and a little riverside magic.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please place used towels in laundry room—on the floor is fine

Please bag and empty garbage—kindly leave garbage bags under the house by stairs/cornhole boards

Please turn off lights in both cabins and unplug any cafe lights that were used When leaving the cabins at checkout, pull main/front doors of each cabin firmly to you and press Yale lock to secure.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4593102vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Pence Springs

Located in Pence Springs, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The Ritz Theatre and North House Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include West Virginia State Fair Fairgrounds and Fright Nights WV. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Map
Talcott, WV

What's nearby

  • Greenbrier River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Pipestem State Park - 33 min drive - 45.4 km
  • Greenbrier Golf Course - 50 min drive - 76.7 km
  • Winterplace Ski Resort - 52 min drive - 69.3 km
  • Tamarack Conference Center - 59 min drive - 97.2 km

Getting around

  • Alderson Station - 11 min drive
  • Lewisburg, WV (LWB-Greenbrier Valley) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Big Wheel - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Hilltop Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪river rock bar and grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Red Lobster Charleston, WV - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Godfather Pizza - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Eloise: Greenbrier River Retreat + Tubes & Firepit pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at The Eloise: Greenbrier River Retreat + Tubes & Firepit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Eloise: Greenbrier River Retreat + Tubes & Firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Eloise: Greenbrier River Retreat + Tubes & Firepit?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Eloise: Greenbrier River Retreat + Tubes & Firepit located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Greenbrier River and within 12 miles (20 km) of Alderson Recreation Area and Bluestone State Park. Bluestone Lake and Summers County Public Library are also within 16 miles (25 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 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nahum G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Me and wife had a great time spending the weekend on these cabins river front.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr, 2026
So glad you and your wife had a great weekend at The Eloise! The riverfront is one of our favorite parts too—perfect for relaxing and unplugging. You’re welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect place to go and relax!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and great location on the river. It worked out well for a long weekend of exploring the West Va. mountains and trails. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May, 2026
Thanks, Barry! Glad you enjoyed the riverfront setting and had a great long weekend exploring southern West Virginia. We’d love to host you again anytime at The Eloise!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent H.

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

Great place!

Enjoyed the decks and riverside view.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The river was beautiful.it was secluded.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was absolutely amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James E.

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

Amazing escape

Loved this property...such a great escape from the city to have a place to recharge and find stillness.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words James! We’re thrilled to hear that The Eloise offered the peaceful escape you were looking for. It really is a special place to slow down and soak up the stillness of nature. You’re welcome back anytime for another recharge!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot on River. Nice hole in front of house for swimming and fishing. Caught several small mouth bass. Very private, really enjoyed seating on porch and around fire pit listening to river. Seen bald eagle on our last morning. Would for sure go there again. Host was great, communication was great and had no problems during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept, 2025
Thank you so much, Shane! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your stay by the river and made the most of the river access/swimming hole, fishing, and evenings by the fire pit. Spotting a bald eagle on your last morning sounds like the perfect send-off! We’re glad the porch and riverside setting gave you the peace and privacy you were looking for, and it was a pleasure hosting you. We’d be happy to welcome you back anytime for more time on the river!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

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

Beautiful, relaxing cabin by the river

This is by fair one of the nicest places we've ever stayed. Place is clean and everything is there that you need to just relax and enjoy your time. Beds are comfortable, plenty of space for 5 people to enjoy with room to spare. We will definitely be back! Property manager was also so friendly and helpful. Location so beautiful that pictures do not do it justice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Very nice property along the river. Only thing that I could possibly complain about is the bed in the single cabin uses to be a double when our family stayed before now it's more like a bunk bed not suitable for a couple and the pillows on it are so heavy you can't even pick them up. Maybe update the photos to all the new work done that looks so nice since we last stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2025
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review and for returning to stay at The Eloise — it means a lot to host returning guests! We truly appreciate your kind words about the property and the updates we’ve made. We also appreciate your feedback about the smaller cabin bed and pillows. While we chose the current setup with flexibility and coziness in mind, we understand it may not suit every preference and will certainly take your comments into consideration as we continue to improve the space. Just to clarify for future guests: the photos currently shown on our VRBO listing are fully up-to-date and reflect all the renovations and changes made since the new ownership began this year. We’ll continue to keep everything current so that what you see online is exactly what you can expect during your stay. Thanks again for your continued support, and we hope to welcome you back again soon!

About the host

Hosted by Brent Crotty

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Greetings from the hills of West Virginia! I’m a cabin fixer-upper turned host who believes natural beauty and WiFi can coexist. My style blends modern comforts with nostalgic charm—think country cabin, but with better lighting and fewer doilies. Hosting lets me share this little slice of riverside magic (and maybe convert a few folks into porch-sitting enthusiasts along the way). When I’m not hosting, I’m likely doing something outdoors. I love hiking, cycling, rafting, kayaking, camping, fishing, and exploring green spaces. I also enjoy skiing in the winter months.

Languages:

Spanish

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