The Riverside Retreat, a refurbished cottage with 200 feet of riverfront, is ideal for extended stays, groups traveling together, or travelers who want a bit more privacy. Just 30 feet from Shaver's Fork of Cheat River and down the road from Monongahela National Forest, the cottage is perfect for those who love the outdoors!

The cottage sits on a rustic, woodsy setting and boasts a large common room with dining area, fully equipped kitchen with microwave, full bathroom, and a separate bedroom with queen-sized bed. Bunk beds and a sofa bed allow the cabin to sleep up to six people in comfort. Linens are provided. Cable television, a DVD player, and games are provided for your indoor enjoyment. The 360-square-foot deck (off the dining area) overlooks the river and features a grill for your outdoor dining pleasure.

Riverside Retreat, is a refurbished cottage that sleeps six comfortably and has a complete kitchen.

Beside the Riverside Retreat is the 998,000-acre Monongahela National Forest beholding wonderful hiking and cross-country skiing opportunities. The Cheat River is great for fishing, tubing and canoeing; Otter Creek Wilderness Area for great hiking trails; and Bickle Knob for a panoramic view high atop its 55-foot observation tower -- all at your doorstep.

Close by are Blackwater Falls and Canaan Valley State Parks, Dolly Sods, Seneca Rocks, and Spruce Knob (highest point in West Virginia).

Many more places are also available for hiking or mountain biking, cross-country and down-hill skiing, horseback riding, fishing, hunting, canoeing, rafting, swimming, golfing, tennis, spelunking and antiquing. Elkins, "The 28th Best Small Town in America," is well known for its unusual shopping opportunities, unique restaurants and colorful festivals. The Ramp Festival in April, The Antique Festival in July, The Augusta Heritage Festivals in August, The Mountain State Forest Festivals in October and the Fiddlers Reunion in October offer tourists the chance to experience some of West Virginia's most popular activities. Snowshoe and Silver Creek Ski areas are but an hour away, as is the popular Cass Scenic Railroad. Canaan Valley and Timberline ski resorts as well as Blackhawk Falls are 40 minutes away.