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Parsons Riverside Retreat: Steps away from a rolling mountain stream and trails

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2 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Parsons, WV
  • Dry Fork
    13 min drive
  • Blackwater Falls
    28 min drive
  • Blackwater Falls State Park
    38 min drive
  • Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County)
    39 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Parsons Riverside Retreat: Steps away from a rolling mountain stream and trails

Parsons Riverside Retreat is a new riverside SMART cabin (2021) located steps away from the beautiful Shavers Fork/Cheat River that will sleep up to 6 people (we recommend a maximum of 4 adults and 2 children). Local activities include hiking/biking, floating, tubing, kayaking, fishing, swimming, white water rafting, skiing and sledding. We're an ATV friendly town with endless scenic trails through the mountains and national forests that surround us. We're known for five beautiful clean rivers that merge here and host the annual Pickin' in Parson Bluegrass Festival.

The space:
New (2021) 2 bedroom, 1 bath, w/ sleeper sofa, riverfront cabin with an amazing deck overlooking the beautiful Shavers Fork of the Cheat river. This cabin has vaulted wood ceilings, is a clean and cozy space perfect for a weekend getaway, week long vacation or peaceful environment for remote working. We are equipped with a Charge Point level 2 EV charger on property (40 amp J1772 plug) that can be used to charge your EV after a full day of fun and exploration.

Other things to note:
Parsons Riverside Retreat is located in the Allegheny Mountains less than .2 mi from the Allegheny Highland Trail that is perfect for a nearby hike or bike ride. Be sure to explore our friendly town and visit our parks which includes a splash pad, skate board park, basketball courts, hiking trails, and civil war battlefield.

Distance to area attractions:
Allegheny Highlands Hiking Trail .2 Mile
Corricks Ford Battlefield Park .5 Mile
Pickin' in Parsons Bluegrass Festival .7 Miles
Blackwater Outdoor Adventures 6 Miles
Table Rock 9.4 Miles
Thomas 14 Miles
Davis 17 Miles
Blackwater Falls State Park 18 Miles
Blackwater Falls Cross Country Ski and Sled Center 20 Miles
Canaan Valley Ski Resort 21 Miles
White Grass Ski Resort 21 Miles
Lindy Point Observation Deck 22 Miles
Timberline Mountain Ski Resort 23 Miles
Otter Creek Wilderness 25 Miles
Dolly Sods Wilderness 33 Miles
Bear Heaven Recreation Area 36 Miles

Distance to closest major cities:
Charleston, WV 2.5 Hours
Pittsburg, PA 3 Hours
Washington D.C. 4 Hours
Columbus, OH 4 Hours
Blacksburg, VA 4.5 Hours

Notice:
The cabin is equipped with a professionally monitored security system which includes smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, motion detectors, and door and window sensors. The system also includes four security cameras on the exterior of the home that view the driveway, carport, yard, and entryway.

There is an Amazon Alexa Show located in the kitchen for guest use and SMART home feature control (thermostat, lighting, & ceiling fans). This device does have an embedded microphone and video camera (however we keep the camera disabled/covered). The microphone can also be disabled on the device if preferred (note this would also disable voice control of the property's SMART features).

Each night at 10 PM a siren will go off in town indicating that the curfew is in effect for the youngsters in our community. It's been a part of this small town for many years.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include a car charging station
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Cheat River and 13 minutes from Dry Fork
Parsons Riverside Retreat: Steps away from a rolling mountain stream and trails offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Warren

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Electric car charging station
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Parsons Riverfront Cabin within Walking Distance of Town Parsons

Parsons Riverside Retreat: Steps away from a rolling mountain stream and trails Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C., Morgantown WV, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Weekend.
Location. Cleanliness. Property. Host. This was a perfect get away for us. This property is high-end everything. Can't say enough about it. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norma W.

Liked: Cleanliness
vacation
very nice cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jeremy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extended weekend
Great place in town but quiet! Easy access to falls and hikes!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C., Morgantown WV, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection in the Mountains
Beautiful cabin. Very clean. Lovely porch. Had everything we could have needed and more. Exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
Its the perfect getaway! Within a short drive you can visit Blackwater Falls and Canaan Valley. The mountains,are so beautiful this time of year! We would sit out on the porch in the morning and afternoons . Thll
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cabin!
My husband and I spent four nights at this lovely cabin while we explored Parsons, Davis, and Thomas. The owners have stocked it with everything you need to feel at home. (Seriously, check the kitchen cabinets and bedroom closet before you head out to the store for that thing you forgot. 😉) Very comfortable. The pics of the porch facing the stream are what sold me, and I was not disappointed! Perfect spot to read and listen to the water. ❤️ Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

RENEE H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, quaint and cozy
The cabin had all the comforts of home. Coffee on the porch overlooking the river was a wonderful start to the day and took full advantage of the outdoor grill. We enjoyed our days at the bluegrass festival and it’s a short drive to Blackwater Falls. We will definitely be back. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
River front getaway
What an amazing property! Right on the river with nice clean water! The cabin is beautiful and smells like wood! Its a wonderful place to stay! This property is a gift to be able to rent! We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
Well maintained home and fully equipped with everything you need. Quiet area. Very clean and comfortable. Definitely recommend. Not much to do in Parsons itself but it is close to many other areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place to stay!
Fantastic location. Great view of the river. Very peaceful and yet handy to everything in town. We brought our side by side and enjoyed riding in town and on the never ending back roads. Love the small town of Parsons. Wonderful place to stay. Very clean and comfortable. Warren was a great host. Answered all our questions. Can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elvis Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cabin!
Cozy little cabin! When I say this place had anything and everything you’d need on a trip I mean it. I have never stayed at a place that was so fully stocked with every little item you could have needed or forgotten to pack. I rated the cleanliness at a 4 only because of the hellgrammite bugs coming in and they gave me the creeps. We also had 4 adults and one child so it would have been nice to have a half bath upstairs for toileting purposes but other than that we loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

J L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
The stay was awesome! The cabin is just as pictured. Lots of nice hospitality touches. The j1772 car charger was great, it allowed me to make a multi-state trip and feel confident for day trips in my EV. Very comfortable stay! Will likely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property and amazing host!
My 9 year old son and I had rented this home for a father and son adventure trip. Our host was so accommodating and helpful. The home was in amazing condition and had all modern, smart home amenities. The home was exceptionally clean and there was a washer/dryer, toiletries, fire pit and board games, which was a great activity with my son. The home was on a beautiful river which we were able to enjoy and do some star watching. The cabin was close to surrounding areas of interest and the town was pure Americana. We had an absolutely wonderful time and the home was a huge part of that!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

angie t., Barboursville, wv

Liked: Cleanliness
Dark
I named my review “dark” because the region lost electric for five hours. Warren was nice to bring us candles, but forgot matches, etc so thankfully the only restaurant/business in town with a generac had a waitress who gave us her lighter!! We loved the cabin. But it was a cold january so we didnt get to sit on the porch and listen to the roaring river out front. Would stay again. But will be more prepared with our own lighter, no matter where we stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven R., Rutherfordton NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving
Property was new and well appointed. Location very convenient to stores and restaurants. Porch was comfortable and overlooked the river. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Weekend
I surprised my wife with a visit to this property for our anniversary. It is located in her hometown and was perfect for the occasion! The cabin is clean, cozy, and super well equipped with all the amenities of home! Thank you Warren for sharing this amazing property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mini family getaway
Enjoyed our stay ! Loved that the house was fully stocked, Warren was great with any questions I had.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, modern cabin
This cabin is absolutely beautiful, and the riverfront view is stunning. There were more amenities than other rentals I've stayed in, which was very convenient. I hope to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Parson's Riverside Retreat
Loved this property! We have stayed in many STR's and this is one of the best. Very clean, great amenities and the porch and river put it over the top. Warren was extremely helpful and very prompt to answer any questions we had. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the River view!
My first Vrbo rental and it was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle E., Farmdale, ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place!
The cabin was very updated and beautiful. It was only about 28 minutes to black water falls park.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelly P.

Liked: Cleanliness
This cabin will not disappoint
We thoroughly enjoyed Parsons Riverside Retreat. The cabin was well stocked with everything we needed and more. We enjoyed sitting on the deck and watching/listening to the sounds of the river. My husband did a bit of fishing and caught 7 small bass during our stay. No keepers though he did enjoy it. We shopped at the local Shop & Save Express for a few groceries for our stay. We grilled on the charcoal grill but enjoyed a breakfast and a dinner at B & J’s Family Diner. The food was fantastic both times. It’s an easy walk and we recommend this to any other visitors. A day spent at Blackwater Falls State Park was the highlight of our trip. We ventured down the 214 steps to see the Falls, ate a picnic lunch at Pendleton Lake and started the trek to Lindy Point. However, we got rained out and never made it to the overlook. We drove by the small waterfall between Parsons and Hambleton and saw the swinging bridge in Hendricks. Both are very short drives from the cabin. We had lunch in Elkins at the Steer Steakhouse, visited the Elkins Depot Visitors Center and shopped a bit at the Delmonte Market. It’s a cute gift shop. Fun fact, Kingsford Charcoal is manufactured here as well as it is the home of the States Largest Known Butternut Tree. This was a great trip for scenic views and enjoying the river. We loved the cabin. Thanks to our hosts. We are glad we found Parsons Riverside Retreat.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

JANET W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean with everything you need.
Such a beautiful spot right by the river. The house was spotless clean. It had everything and more that we needed for our short weekend to attend a reunion. The two grandchildren loved the beautiful river. I will definitely be back next year for our yearly reunion. The only suggestion I would have would be to build some sort of steps with the natural rock to the river. The steep bank gave my 60 plus knees a workout.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the cottage from the first moment we walked in. It is very comfortable. We loved the should of the water as we sat on the porch and had our morning coffee. We would love yo return & stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin B., Boalsburg, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
Such an excellent property- perfect for a much needed little get away! Easy access to bike trail- short distance to Blackwater Falls for hiking! Tranquil setting- peaceful and relaxing! And the accommodations- absolutely fantastic - with Top-notch amenities that made us feel at home! We could not have found anything more perfect - just what we needed! Highly recommend! We will definitely visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023