Welcome to Ranger Station! This 4-bedroom home was beautifully remodeled in 2024 in a modern farmhouse style with the feel of a boutique National Park lodge. You'll love the gourmet kitchen, spa-like bathrooms, high-end furnishings and entertainment systems, and two-car garage. The home is nestled in a quite mountain neighborhood with private access to the 500 acre Timberline Conservancy with two lakes and miles of walking trails. It's located in Canaan Valley, WV, the largest high-elevation valley east of the Mississippi, and surrounded by the million-acre Monongahela National Forest, the Dolly Sods Wilderness, and the Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge, with trails connecting directly into these areas right from the community. Decorated throughout with vintage National Park artwork, Ranger Station is the perfect base camp for everything from refreshing nature walks to hiking, biking, paddling, and skiing adventures. Or just enjoy the outdoor decks and walk across the quiet country lane to a lovely gazebo on a scenic fishing pond. Ranger Station is minutes away by car from Timberline, White Grass and Canaan Valley ski areas, Blackwater Falls and Canaan Valley state parks, and the charming mountain towns of Davis and Thomas, with their galleries, brew pubs, restaurants, and mountain music scene. Dog owners will love the huge fenced in yard!

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• Very nice stay

  Stayed 4 days ending in August, 2024

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  Kevin B from Greenbelt , MD recommends this vacation rental

  We had a wonderful time and the house House was first class. Never stayed anywhere with everything you could possibly need was there and well laid out. Had a good time walking our old dog on the trails and relaxing on the deck. You will not be disappointed and compliments to the Host for a job very well done.

  • Manager Responded on 8/20/2024

    We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at Rangers Station. Your review is greatly appreciate. Hope to see you again soon!!

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• well appointed

  Stayed 4 days ending in August, 2024

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  Rebecca F from Clendenin , WV recommends this vacation rental

  lovely place with lots of many wonderful touches
  we loved it and hope to visit again next year

  • Manager Responded on 9/18/2024

    We appreciate your review and are happy to hear you enjoyed your time at Ranger Station. We look forward to seeing you next year!

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• Great place to base hiking in the Dolly Sods

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2024

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  Scott J from Cincinnati, OH recommends this vacation rental

  Brought the family and our two dogs for a week of peace and quiet in WV. Very nice area with hiking, kayaking, fishing, and a few spots to visit for food or coffee. We love Davis and the views in the Dolly Sods.

  • Manager Responded on 8/5/2024

    We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay at Ranger Station. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Hope to see you again!

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• Great customer service

  Stayed 4 days ending in July, 2024

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  a guest from Proctorville, OH recommends this vacation rental

  Nice getaway and always pleasure to do business with Best of Canaan. Home was clean and well appointed. Nice quiet location to relax and unwind.

  • Manager Responded on 7/24/2024

    We are happy to hear you had a nice getaway at Ranger's Station. We appreciate your review and hope to see you again!

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• Wonderful Location

  Stayed 4 days ending in July, 2024

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  Brenda A from Nebo, NC recommends this vacation rental

  The Ranger Station has been remodeled and upgraded amenities. The house was great before, we stayed there last year, but the remodel was a very pleasant surprise. Both bathrooms are now have SMART features which are very nice. The kitchen has SMART appliances and the kitchen cabinet remodel is BEAUTIFUL. The new furniture is comfy and the new flooring adds a special flare to the rooms. The new fans and SMART controls were a nice touch. The new door locks were a small problem, but maintenance was quick to assist. The new version of this house has just been open for a few weeks, so there is always small things to correct. The landscaping and new outdoor furniture is nice.

  • Manager Responded on 7/18/2024

    Thank you for your review on Ranger Station. We are happy to hear you like the new updates to the rental. Hope to see you again!

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• Get back in touch with nature at the Ranger Station

  Stayed 6 days ending in May, 2024

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  Tracy R from Saint Augustine, FL recommends this vacation rental

  We had a wonderful experience while staying at Ranger Station. The house had everything we needed & beyond. The house, linens, towels, everything was spotless. Very impressive upgrades, including all appliances. We visited during May but would love to stay during the winter,the fireplace was just spectacular. The boys really enjoyed the pond. Being from the area put me right back in touch with nature, the views are breathtaking. Best of Canaan very responsive and accommodating. Loved the National Parks theme throughout the house and the lovely welcoming basket with WV goodies. Will definitely book here again! Thank you Best of Canaan for being so accommodating.

  • Manager Responded on 7/5/2024

    We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay at Ranger Station. Your review is greatly appreciated. Hope to see you again!

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• Exceptional

  Stayed 4 days ending in October, 2023

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  Nancy W from Benwood, WV recommends this vacation rental

  Place was so spacious, lovely and well taken care of. Great location, not far from Davis, and Thomas. Had everything imaginable to use in the kitchen. We did venture to Dolly Sods and Seneca Caverns. I loved how the backyard was fenced in as well foe our dog. Would highly recommend this place, and are thinking about rebooting here for next year. Also you don't need to load up and take groceries bc Shop and Save is right in Davis

  • Manager Responded on 12/4/2023

    Thank you for your review. We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay at Ranger Station. Hope to see you again soon!

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• Ranger Station

  Stayed 6 days ending in October, 2023

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  Lyne S from Philadelphia, PA recommends this vacation rental

  We had a very nice time. Because the yard was fenced in our pups had free range to enjoy exploring. The house was open and comfortable. The kitchen was stocked with pots, pans, dishes and utensils for the six of us. The fireplace was a bonus for the one cold night. We would book again.

  • Manager Responded on 11/9/2023

    We are so glad you enjoyed your time at Ranger Station. We hope to have you back sometime in the near future.

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• Nice getaway in the woods

  Stayed 7 days ending in August, 2023

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  Crystal G from Steubenville, OH does not recommend this vacation rental.

  I frequent staying back in Old Timberline because I love the privacy, some of the houses let you bring your dog(s), and the private access to the hiking areas and ponds.
  
  We had a great stay but this place was probably one of my least favorite places we have stayed. I loved the theme and the back yard was really private which was nice. The house is right off the road with other houses nearby so the front wasn't quite as private.
  
  It was a little outdated inside and didn't have quite as nice amenities as we usually stay and a little more run down if I'm being honest.
  
  We probably won't go back to this place but it did make a nice getaway for a week's trip.

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• Really nice and peaceful

  Stayed 3 days ending in July, 2023

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  a guest from Wheeling , WV recommends this vacation rental

  This home way perfect to relax on the deck and watch the kids play in the yard. Very conveniently close to many hiking areas and to enjoy walking and fishing the close by lake.

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• Summer Fun

  Stayed 4 days ending in July, 2023

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  a guest from Butler, PA recommends this vacation rental

  Great central location for our family of 5 to explore the sites of Canaan Valley and surrounding areas. We made good use of the fishing pond across the street and yard games and bikes in the garage were a happy surprise. Kitchen was well stocked and house well maintained. We were nervous about having no A/C in July but the mountain air was cool and breezy and surrounding trees gave shade and privacy. The private trail access to Dolly Sods as well as the access to 2 larger ponds and community trails were wonderful and a nice bonus.

  • Manager Responded on 8/21/2023

    Thank you for your review of Ranger Station. We hope to have you back soon!

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• July 4th week

  Stayed 4 days ending in July, 2023

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  Brenda A from Nebo, NC recommends this vacation rental

  We rented the Ranger Station property. It was clean, VERY well stocked with essentials, just as it was advertised. Relaxing and spacious, well maintained front and backyard.

  • Manager Responded on 8/1/2023

    Thank you for your review of Ranger Station. Sounds like you enjoyed your time there! We hope to have you back soon!

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• Vacay

  Stayed 4 days ending in May, 2023

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  Ellen W from Coloma, MI recommends this vacation rental

  The association was very nice. Lakes to fish, trails to hike. Not very much fun with the soybean oil but I get the concept to keep the dust down.

  • Manager Responded on 6/6/2023

    Thank you for your review on Ranger Station. Happy to hear you enjoyed your time!

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• Comfortable and Convenient One-Story Home

  Stayed 11 days ending in May, 2023

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  Nancy G from Pittsburgh, PA recommends this vacation rental

  Ranger Station was overall a terrific place to stay, roomy and clean. Having a place all on one level (with just a handful of steps up from the outside) was great for our group, and the fact that the bedrooms are all in one part of the house that can be closed off with a door from the main room (so that some can stay up to see movies and others not) was also very handy. There is a working VCR not listed in the amenities, btw. The pond and gazebo just across the road are pleasant, and nearby homes are mainly out of sight even though there are signs of life on the roads. We loved the National parks theme (carried out throughout - there were even National Parks pop-up books and a lot of wildlife/conservation books in a desk area in the living room). I would definitely rent this place again.
  A few things that might matter to some guests but not others:
  -There is wifi, but it's not secure (we got a warning, didn't mind much) AND not as strong/steady as some guests would need. A friend who had an important zoom meeting decided to go home early rather than risk the wifi. The wifi was good enough for streaming at some times but fussy..
  -We were there during a freak May snowstorm with lots of after melt followed by rain. This may have affected our water supply, which was orange (due to tannic acid that's heavy in that part of Timberline, we were told), even though the ultraviolet filter in the house had recently been changed/updated. We were OK, but if this would concern you, you might want to check w/mgmt before you book to find out if things have settled down.
  -In general the place is WONDERFULLY well equipped (kitchen, grill equipment, extra bedding and pillows), but I wished I had brought a good paring knife

  • Manager Responded on 6/6/2023

    Thank you for your review on Ranger Station. We are glad you made the best of the May snow! Hope to have you back.

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• nice

  Stayed 4 days ending in November, 2022

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  Ricky N from Dillsburg, PA recommends this vacation rental

  Best of Canaan staff are outstanding to do business with.

  • Manager Responded on 11/27/2022

    Thank you for your kind words. We look forward to your return!

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• Getaway

  Stayed 6 days ending in October, 2022

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  Carol K from indianapolis, IN recommends this vacation rental

  The Ranger's Station was quiet and relaxing for our extended family. We enjoyed fishing in the pond, nature hikes, campfires, and attractions within driving distance. Davis was 10 minutes away with good grocery shopping. Kitchen is well equipped for cooking. Highly recommend this place!

  • Manager Responded on 10/20/2022

    Thank you for recommending Ranger Station! We look forward to your return!

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• Ranger Station

  Stayed 4 days ending in October, 2022

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  a guest from Wheeling, WV recommends this vacation rental

  Liked the gated community so that only those who were renting were allowed in. Peaceful and quiet. Centrally located for what we wanted to do. Happy to find accommodations that accepted our dog who goes where we go. The trees were gorgeous!! The garage doors were tall enough that we could drive the Jeep in with the cartop carrier on. This made unloading and loading so much easier and we didn't have to confine the dog while we did so. Great relaxing experience!!

  • Manager Responded on 10/19/2022

    Thank you for taking the time to review your stay at Ranger Station. We hope to have you back again soon!

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• Great vacation

  Stayed 5 days ending in September, 2022

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  John M from Port Republic, VA recommends this vacation rental

  Loved the National park theme. Lots of space. A little far off the main road, but convenient to Timberline. Good experience with the realtor. Real good experience.

  • Manager Responded on 9/26/2022

    We are thrilled you had a good experience with us. We can't wait to have you back!

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• Ranger Station

  Stayed 3 days ending in September, 2022

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  Paul M from Normantown, WV recommends this vacation rental

  We truly enjoyed our stay at the Ranger Station. We spent one afternoon at Dolly Sods and did the ski lift at Caanan Valley. It was nice coming back to the Ranger Station and relax by the fire pit. The house is just like the photos. Well felt very relaxed and comfortable. We will do this again.

  • Manager Responded on 9/26/2022

    Thank you for your lovely review of Ranger Station. We are thrilled you had a great time and can't wait to have you back!

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• Stay at the Ranger Station

  Stayed 4 days ending in August, 2022

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  a guest from Springdale, PA recommends this vacation rental

  Overall we enjoyed our stay at the Ranger Station. Great central location. The rental interior was just as advertised. The back yard was very private. We did walk the fence line and found a few spots where the fence was knocked down, so we did not feel comfortable letting our dog off leash, which is the main reason we decided to rent Ranger Station over other properties. Even with this glitch, we enjoyed staying at the home, the Timberline community and the beauty of the Davis area.

  • Manager Responded on 9/26/2022

    Thank you for your feedback. We hope to have you back soon!

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• West Virginia get away

  Stayed 7 days ending in June, 2022

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  Steven S from Whitmore Lake, MI recommends this vacation rental

  My family and I went to the area with little knowledge. We were thrilled with the area and proximity to many of the sites we wanted to enjoy. The views were amazing and the hiking was great! The house was comfortable, the weather was nice and we enjoyed ourselves very much. I would recommend the house and the area.

  • Manager Responded on 6/28/2022

    Thank you for your review of Ranger Station! We hope to have you back soon!

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• One week was not enough!

  Stayed 7 days ending in May, 2022

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  Yvonne H from Proctor, WV recommends this vacation rental

  It was perfect! We have plenty of room for all of us and our dogs thought they were in heaven with that big backyard! It was completely peaceful and relaxing and we cannot wait to come back again. Definitely staying for two weeks the next time. Other than having to put in new batteries in the remote, we wouldn’t have changed a thing!

  • Manager Responded on 6/12/2022

    We are thrilled you and the pups enjoyed your stay at Ranger Station. We can't wait to have you back!

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• Great place for skiing Canaan or Timberline

  Stayed 3 days ending in February, 2022

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  Michael H from vienna, VA recommends this vacation rental

  House had everything we needed. Liked the National Parks theme. Only complaint was that we had to go out and buy toilet paper as there was only 1/2 rolls in each bathroom.

  • Manager Responded on 3/10/2022

    Thank you for your review of Ranger Station! We so appreciate your feedback and apologize for the inconvenience! Our standard policy is two rolls per bathroom, so that must have been missed. We hope to have you back soon!

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• Christmas in WV

  Stayed 3 days ending in December, 2021

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  Alexandet R from Rockville, MD recommends this vacation rental

  It is a good experience, nice well-equipped house. There were only two minor disappointments. 1. Gate experience could be better. I filled out entrance form and sent back by email. However i was told it wasn’t transferred from the office. So i did it once more. Next time i will probably take a copy with me. 2. One night our dog was crazy for 30 min because of mouse in the house.

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• Nice place

  Stayed 6 days ending in November, 2021

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  Ricky N from Dillsburg, PA recommends this vacation rental

  Enjoyed our stay. Frying pans a little dated. Fabulous fridge. Huge garage was useful for storing gear. Couldn't get the fish to bite.

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• A great weekend away

  Stayed 3 days ending in November, 2021

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  a guest from Pittsburgh, PA recommends this vacation rental

  We had a great weekend away at this property. The check in process was easy and the house was as described. Our party of 5 felt very comfortable both sleeping and relaxing in the main room. The backyard is fenced in and a nice size which was a real plus with our dogs. Kitchen had all of the equipment we needed for preparing meals. Everything was very peaceful and we had a great time. Would definitely consider staying again.

  • Manager Responded on 12/6/2021

    Thank you for the great review of Ranger Station. We hope to have you back soon!

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• Great relaxing weekend

  Stayed 3 days ending in November, 2021

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  Brandon S from pittsburgh, PA recommends this vacation rental

  We needed to really get away and this was the perfect place.

  • Manager Responded on 11/23/2021

    So glad you enjoyed your stay! Hope to have you back soon!

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• ranger station

  Stayed 7 days ending in October, 2021

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  Ronald T from Tampa, FL does not recommend this vacation rental.

  House had great potential, but appeared to have little upcare recently. Very musty odor that affected my allergies. There was a machine in one bedroom to reduce the odor without success. We closed the doors to 3 bedrooms,purchased several cans of lysol to reduce the odor with little success. In addition, there was animal hair on furniture and throws.There were a number of things about the house we liked.

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• Nice well-equipped house in the good place

  Stayed 32 days ending in August, 2021

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  Leonid G from North Potomac, MD recommends this vacation rental

  We stayed for a month and enjoyed every day of it. Large bedrooms, large leaving room with TV, good internet, two porches, one under the shade of the large tree. Huge refrigerator. Everything that is needed for an extended stay. Large garage.

  • Manager Responded on 10/12/2021

    Thank you for your review on Ranger Station. July is a wonderful season to enjoy Canaan Valley. We hope you will come back again!

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• Hiking Trip -West Virginia

  Stayed 5 days ending in June, 2021

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  a guest from Granger, IN recommends this vacation rental

  The Ranger Station was a great hub for our family hiking trip. It is fairly secluded, yet a short drive to many great hiking trails. We hiked, fished, looked for deer, played cards. It was a great vacation!

  • Manager Responded on 7/12/2021

    So glad you enjoyed your trip! Please come back for some more hiking in Canaan Valley!

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• The perfect getaway

  Stayed 4 days ending in October, 2020

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  a guest from Elkridge, MD recommends this vacation rental

  This was the perfect pet friendly home and a great chance to disconnect. We loved the privacy of the house and the proximity to lakes and trails. The house was clean and the staff were excellent.

  • Manager Responded on 10/22/2020

    We love our pet friendly vacation rentals! Thank you for your review of Tranquility Place and we are so glad you and your family along with your fur baby, had a great stay. Please come back and see us again!

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• Early fall get away in Old Timberline

  Stayed 4 days ending in September, 2020

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  Kathy G from Dixie, WV recommends this vacation rental

  We always enjoy our time spent while in Canaan Valley and always staying in Old Timberline area. We have been using Best of Canaan Realty for our rental get away for several years and we really like them. We are looking forward to our next year visits for June and September.

  • Manager Responded on 10/6/2020

    Thank you for your great review! Can't wait to have you back next year!

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• Great Weekend Getaway

  Stayed 2 days ending in September, 2020

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  Kaitlyn A from Webster Springs, WV recommends this vacation rental

  My husband and I loved this home. We wanted a rental that was pet friendly, so we could bring a fur baby along. The home was clean, welcoming, and convenient. The fenced in yard was perfect for us and our dog. This rental has a nice view of a pond with a nice walking trail around it and gazebo. One con that I do need to mention is, there was a musty smell when we first entered the home. The home has two humidifiers and the machines were not running to do needing the water dumped so they could continue to run, once we changed the water the smell was out and the machines ran fine.

  • Manager Responded on 11/2/2020

    Hi Katie, We are so glad you and your husband had a great stay at Tranquility Place. Thank you for bringing the humidifier situation to our attention we will definitely be keeping a better eye on that! Please come back and see us we would love to have you!

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• sisters vacation

  Stayed 7 days ending in August, 2020

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  KIPPIE G from new martinsville, West Virginia recommends this vacation rental

  staff very professional and friendly

  • Manager Responded on 10/29/2020

    This review made our day! Thank you! We can't wait to have you back!

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