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Beautiful updated River cottage in rural Upshur County. Backroads and backwoods for miles with fiber internet, four bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Dark skies, stocked river, adventures await.

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A deck with Adirondack chairs and picnic tables overlooking a lake and forest.
A closet with shelves of neatly folded towels and a plastic bin with clothes.
A two-story house with a large garage, a covered porch, and a pond in the background.
A spacious living area with leather furniture, a wooden staircase, and a kitchen in the background.
A bunk bed with a wooden headboard and footboard, a single bed with a blue bedspread, and a wooden desk with drawers.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Tallmansville, WV
  • Place, West Virginia State Wildlife Center
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, West Virginia Wesleyan College
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, Clarksburg, WV (CKB-North Central West Virginia)
    ‪71 min drive‬

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About the area

French Creek

A family-friendly stay in French Creek awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 15.4 km (9.6 mi) from Buckhannon Country Club Golf Course and 15.4 km (9.6 mi) from Upshur County Recreational Park. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 3.5 bathrooms, a fireplace and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this French Creek holiday home include Upshur County Public Library and Wendling's Plaza.
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What's nearby

  • Upshur County Recreational Park - 23 min drive - 17.9 km
  • West Virginia State Wildlife Center - 27 min drive - 22.7 km
  • West Virginia Wesleyan College - 28 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum - 46 min drive - 53.4 km
  • Stonewall Resort State Park - 50 min drive - 64.6 km

Getting around

  • Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sugar Shack Bakery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Jaws BBQ - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪THE BEAR SKIN - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Fullmoon - ‬29 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful updated River cottage in rural Upshur County. Backroads and backwoods for miles with fiber internet, four bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Dark skies, stocked river, adventures await.

Buckhannon River at your doorstep. One of the darkest night skies in the eastern US overhead. Serious ATV and side-by-side country in every direction. This 4-bedroom, sleeps-10 river cottage in rural Upshur County, WV was fully renovated in 2022 — two primary suites, expanded river deck, outdoor dining for ten, canoe included. Rated 9.8 out of 10 across 174 guest reviews. Fish, float, ride, then stargaze at Jamsey Straits, Indian Camp, and Big Ben dChurch. The real West Virginia, no apologies.

We are reachable by cell phone throughout your stay and we have local caretakers in case you need help with something at the house.

This rural area of Upshur County is truly unique. From the dynamic river, to the beautiful mountain vistas, it is a place where you can recharge physically and mentally.

This is a rental for the full house. Make yourself at home and use all of the amenities including the canoe.

This beautiful house is away from it all with all the modern conveniences. Come make memories that will last a lifetime in this Buckhannon River Cottage.

Our house is about 20 minutes from Buckhannon. There is plenty of parking for your car, RV or toy hauler.

Bring your ATVs, bicycles, fishing gear and hiking shoes. The outdoor possibilities are endless.
Due to extreme allergies, this house is completely animal free. We cannot have animals of any kind in this house.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 2,400 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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Family getaway or adult oasis French Creek
Family getaway or adult oasis Private vacation home
Family getaway or adult oasis Private vacation home French Creek
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Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful updated River cottage in rural Upshur County. Backroads and backwoods for miles with fiber internet, four bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Dark skies, stocked river, adventures await. have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Beautiful updated River cottage in rural Upshur County. Backroads and backwoods for miles with fiber internet, four bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Dark skies, stocked river, adventures await. family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and children's books, it's no surprise that Beautiful updated River cottage in rural Upshur County. Backroads and backwoods for miles with fiber internet, four bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Dark skies, stocked river, adventures await. is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Beautiful updated River cottage in rural Upshur County. Backroads and backwoods for miles with fiber internet, four bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Dark skies, stocked river, adventures await.?

No, Beautiful updated River cottage in rural Upshur County. Backroads and backwoods for miles with fiber internet, four bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Dark skies, stocked river, adventures await. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Beautiful updated River cottage in rural Upshur County. Backroads and backwoods for miles with fiber internet, four bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Dark skies, stocked river, adventures await.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Beautiful updated River cottage in rural Upshur County. Backroads and backwoods for miles with fiber internet, four bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Dark skies, stocked river, adventures await.?

No, pets are not allowed.

Beautiful updated River cottage in rural Upshur County. Backroads and backwoods for miles with fiber internet, four bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Dark skies, stocked river, adventures await. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 174 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot that fit our needs well.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

joseph t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were visiting friends for the weekend and found this house perfect for us. Very spacious and accommodating for the short visit we had. Plenty of clean towels and linen.We had to call upon arrival to get the updated code and the host picked up on the first try and got us in.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alicia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious, very clean, very well kept.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was very, very well stocked. The quality of pots, pans, well, basically everything in the kitchen was 10/10.High quality appliances. Deck was so nice with plenty of quality chairs, table, etc. I've stayed in many rentals that provide cheap and over-used furnishings, so this house was a refreshing change. This house was perfect for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lauren H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful mountain views
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4 couples with plenty of room to visit and enjoy. Loved the covered porch.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place and fully stocked with whatever you need to cookk with. Love the house and so peaceful and quiet! Was nice to relax for 5 daysin such a nice place.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded and private, right on the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice clean comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Becca H.

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

Girls' Weekend

Property was clean and peaceful, and hosts were very helpful - lovely retreat, we had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jill D.

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

Nice place

We took our whole family and had a nice time.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

George R.

Great Secluded Spot

Beautiful newly renovated with all the kitchen items anyone would ever need. Plenty of towels and linens. Beautiful scenery on the river. Plenty of room to lounge. Beds were very comfortable. Would definitely go back again. The place looks brand new.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

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

Relaxing Vacation

Peaceful, clean property on a beautiful river
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tonja B.

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

Weekend Getaway

Beautiful location and everything was as advertised. Would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue F.

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

Had a wonderful time!

The house is beautiful, but the deck, looking into the river, is spectacular!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheri J.

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

family visit

we enjoyed our stay very much at this beautiful property. So grateful for nice towels.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

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

Peaceful and relaxing

Beautiful setting, realxing and peaceful. Away from hustle and bustle.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey w.

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

We'll Be Back

We Love This Place and Are Here 2 to 3 Times A Year
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Gorgeous house in secluded location

Really nice house exactly as described. Beautiful deck overlooking the river with osprey and eagles soaring around. Everything was comfortable and just as described. It was a bit of a drive to get back to “civilization” but really nothing was out of reach. Loved our stay and would come back if the opportunity presents itself!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Wonderful River stay !!!

All was excellent! Mattresses top hotch… Outdoor shower ….great feature
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LAWRENCE B.

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

Beautiful House in a Beautiful Setting

We are six senior kayakers who enjoyed three nights in this spacious, modern house on the Buckhannon River. This is a great choice if you are looking for a beautiful river view, listening to several species of birds, and don't mind the remote location. Not sure when the train runs, but we didn't hear it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Carolyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

river house

house was very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carmen M.

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

Beautiful country and great place

We were very impressed with hoise and thrilled with the beautiful back country setting. House is clean and everything works. Great porch for outdoor dining and water to play in not to mention we want to come again and bring our 4 wheeler. Great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin L.

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

Wonderful weekend in West Virginia

The home was updated and clean. The fishing was great. The scenery was very pretty. It's off the beaten path and the neighbors are a little intimidating, but they were as kind and welcoming as the property owners. I highly recommend this home for an off the grid getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

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

peaceful

beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023