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.

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51025 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Davis, WV

Canaan Valley Resort State Park
‪1 min drive‬
Timberline Four Season Resort
‪4 min drive‬
Canaan Valley Ski Resort
‪8 min drive‬
Petersburg, WV (PGC-Grant County)
‪73 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

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.

Property manager

Chip Chase or Laurie Little

Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Pets ARE Allowed with a $40 one time cleaning fee

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is required for transport to and from this property

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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Davis, WV

What's nearby

Canaan Valley Resort State Park - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
Timberline Four Season Resort - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Canaan Valley Ski Resort - 8 min drive - 4.6 km
Blackwater Falls - 23 min drive - 20.8 km
Blackwater Falls State Park - 24 min drive - 21.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Mama Mia - ‬7 min drive
‪Canaan Valley BBQ - ‬9 min drive
‪Applewood Inn And Breakfast Nook - ‬6 min drive
‪Timbers Pub & Fireside Grill - ‬9 min drive
‪Big John's Family Fixin's - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Garagemahal pet-friendly?

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

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 Resort State Park and Timberline Four Season Resort, and is convenient for winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Canaan Valley Ski Resort and Canaan Valley Resort Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Juha S.

20 Apr, 2025

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

Great Canaan Valley stay

We stayed over a long weekend and very much enjoyed the place and our stay. The property is spacious, pleasant, fully equipped and super clean. Location is excellent for outdoor activities. Nice and responsive hosts. We hope to stay at this place again!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eugene K.

18 Feb, 2025

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

Great place to stay in White Grass

Unique location.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

14 Feb, 2025

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

Great Stay

We enjoyed how well appointed the kitchen is and how many “little touches” like soaps, cleaning supplies, toilet paper etc. were supplied. Very quiet quality time for our family including our terrier.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

25 Feb, 2025

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

Great place and location

We love WG and the community. The GarageMahal puts you at its doorstep in comfort.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

20 Jan, 2025

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

ski out the front door

Awesome property. We love staying here

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

24 Mar, 2025

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

Amazing location!

We stayed here for a weekend in March with our kids (5 & 8) and had a blast. It's a great spot with lots of land to explore. We found some really cool waterfalls behind the house in the woods. The snow season was over so we missed XC skiing but we definitely will be back. Close to Blackwater Falls park and the town of Davis.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

10 Jan, 2025

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

White grass adventure

Can’t say enough good things about this place or the owners. It was exactly what we could have hoped for and it’s so close to great recreation and nature.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

2 Mar, 2025

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

Another amazing weekend in West by God

Ski, hike, sing, dance, play cards with firends, eat great food, drink great drink. What a gift. Thanks Chip and Laurie

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann M.

6 Feb, 2025

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

Terrific

As a VRBO owner, I appreciated the cleanliness and appointments. Everything you might need, toiletries and kitchen equipment, all neatly arranged. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.Mary Ann and Jared

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin T.

1 Jan, 2025

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

Canaan Valley magic

The Garagemahal is the best! We’ve stayed here many times and plan to come back. Thanks, Chip and Laurie!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

9 Sept, 2024

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

Cozy and comfortable

We love this place! The location is amazing, beautiful porch for meals and enjoying the million stars.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

30 Oct, 2024

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

Lovely setting

Very quiet and lovely woods for hiking. Only thing that could have made it better was if the table for eating could better accommodate four people.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

paul

1 Jul, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

The place was perfect and the owners very friendly. It is a nice, central location for the outdoor recreation available in the area.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie A.

13 Oct, 2024

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

Autumn weekend in the Canaan valley

This was a great place to stay—we loved it. Location was perfect—close to a number of great hikes and experiences. The space was charming. It had everything we needed and was incredibly clean. We would stay here again. Clear instructions from the hosts, easy parking; and easy with a young kid.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yelena H.

10 Jul, 2024

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

Wonderful Stay

Staying at this house is always so special, we love coming to Garagemahal! Thank you Chip and Lorrie for sharing this beautiful place with us.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendi M.

26 Oct, 2024

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

Great Vacation

We went to get away from it all. It was quiet, comfortable and had everything you could want. We were lucky to have gorgeous weather for the entire week. We did some day trips, sightseeing type things, but always happy to come back to our little cabin in the woods.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann C.

11 Jul, 2024

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

Country get away

The hosts and property were the best. We loved our stay. We brought our dog and he had a great time as well.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

David B.

3 Sept, 2024

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

three days in Garagemahal

We had beautiful weather. Nice that the property has direct access to trails in the area. Very comfortable place and we enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

30 Oct, 2024

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

Garagemajal

The apartment was very comfortable and provided everything we needed. It was in a wonderful location off the beaten path, with great views and quiet privacy. And the area of West Virginia was beautiful!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica R.

22 Aug, 2024

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

Perfect Getaway

We LOVED our stay here, and so did our dog! The general area is fabulous & you can eat/shop in Thomas or Davis. The natural wonders are bountiful, and there is plenty of time to relax. We'll be back!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

23 Apr, 2023

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

Love this place!

I've stayed here multiple times. Great spot and great hosts!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eli C.

13 Jan, 2025

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

Perfect winter escape!!!

Clean, spacious, open concept space with two bedrooms, both with a queen bed. One has a twin bed and sheets in closet! Basic but high quality cookware to use, which is always a plus! Easy communications with Chip and Laurie, such kind people!!! The ideal location for XC skiing! Honestly, cannot beat it. Felt like the luckiest people all weekend!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

28 Jan, 2024

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

Back again

We loved our stay and can't wait to come back.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

26 Jul, 2024

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

Wonderful spot

Wish we could have stayed here longer! Chip's place is very peaceful, set back in the woods in a quiet part of Canaan Valley. We enjoyed meeting him and exploring the area. The Garagemahal itself is comfortable and spacious, with lots of windows for ventilation on summer nights.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea N.

11 Aug, 2024

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

Wonderful relaxing retreat

I loved staying here and it was the quiet, relaxing, and serene location that I needed to get away from the hustle and bustle. The kitchen was well stocked on cooking utensils and appliances so I could cook a few times while here. The closeness to all of the nature and hiking areas was one of the many perks. I couldnt recommend this place enough!!! Would rebook here in a heartbeat.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Chip Chase or Laurie Little

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.