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Westwood-Very Private - Blackwater Canyon Trail- 1 mile from Thomas

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Exterior
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Thomas, WV
  • Douglas Falls
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Blackwater Falls
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Blackwater Falls State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County)
    ‪61 min drive‬

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About the area

What's nearby

  • Blackwater Falls - 11 min drive
  • Blackwater Falls State Park - 16 min drive
  • Canaan Valley Resort State Park - 24 min drive
  • Canaan Valley Ski Resort - 25 min drive
  • Timberline Four Season Resort - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stumptown Ales - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mountain State Brewing Co. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪TipTop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sirianni’s Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Purple Fiddle - ‬4 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.

Westwood-Very Private - Blackwater Canyon Trail- 1 mile from Thomas

Welcome to Westwood, a very private mountain getaway about a mile outside of Thomas, WV in the historic area of Coketon, WV. Perched a mile above the Blackwater Canyon, on two plus acres, it also borders the Western Pocahontas property, some 68,000 acres of Wild West Va. A very private location adds to the aesthetics all while being close to the Thomas town center. The 2 1/2 bedroom, 2 full bath house sleeps up to eight people and has a great deck overlooking the "Moors" as well as a front porch overlooking Snyder Run. Hiking, Biking, Cross country skiing are just a few of the activities available from one of the best locations in the area. The Blackwater Canyon Trail is at the bottom of the hill, go right to Douglas Falls and left 3/4 mile into Thomas. If you are a Mt. Top Hunting Club member, hunting ,fishing and ATV enthusiast have it all at your backdoor, with miles of trails right off the property.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. The bathroom has a jetted bathtub.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Rex Phares

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Jetted
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Horse riding nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Westwood-Very Private - Blackwater Canyon Trail- 1 mile from Thomas Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 150 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 150 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 150 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 150 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 150 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Guest
Awesome location. Close to town. Yet a nice country view. Place was very clean and on par with what we expected. The only issue is the steps and deck weren't shoveled. Other than that I would highly recommend staying here. A wonderful place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family fun
If you're looking for a very cozy and clean place to stay this is it. Very comfortable for six people and the location was amazing. Very much enjoyed our stay and looking forward to staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jade E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter vacation
Property was just as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Kathy B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Beware!!! Impassable road in snowy conditions
#1 - Nowhere in property description did owner mention the virtual inaccessibility of this property in wintry conditions. Four wheel drive vehicle is the only way to reach the house given the steep winding road. As a result, most of our single free day in the area involved finding a tow truck to wench out of deep snow one of our vehicles. Owner’s negligence further manifested in treacherous snow covered stairs leading to property. At least, they had a flimsy plastic snow shovel available which was used to clear the compacted snow and ice while we awaited the tow truck. (Would have preferred hiking in nearby state parks, but oh well.) #2 - Despite their obligatory $100 cleaning fee, this house was the dirtiest property experienced across decades of renting through VRBO: moldy showers, dust covered heating vents, dust clinging to walls, filthy oven, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gus R.

Liked: Cleanliness
WV thanksgiving
Wonderful place. Very clean, relaxing, charming place. Many things to do in the surrounding nature, with a lot of history. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing, secluded stay!
Great property with plenty of room. All the amenities we needed! Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Olsen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Mt. Home
Had a great time at Westwood.Liked seeing ll the deer in our front yard. Home was great for our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tucker county retreat
Awesome time here. Lots to do nearby
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aparna I., Ashburn, Virginia, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous location
Westwood property was located in a pristine corner close to the hiking trail which we caught to get to Douglas falls. The property was really clean, spacious, with a well stocked kitchen. It is so close to black water state falls park, Canaan valley resort . We are looking forward to coming back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Place
Nice and quiet place to relax. Enjoyed our return visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
West Virginia Mountains
We went to enjoy fall color in WV. Westwood is a beautiful home. Saw lots of deer and there were many spots around the house to sit and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. I would love to return to this wonderful place!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Karen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thomas Westwould
The property was outstanding. So beautiful. There was an apple tree which was a big hit with the Deer. A very cute town with some shopping and a few places for dinner. The house was old and needs some updates however very clean and well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay
We took a somewhat spontaneous trip to this house. We've rented in the area many times, but we really loved how comfortable the house was and the location. We took our pups and really, really appreciate the house being dog friendly. We will be back soon. This is our new pick for our trips to this area.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anca D.

Liked: Cleanliness
An Idyllic Retreat
This house is charming, well spaced and comfortable, with all the necessary amenities. If you look for peace and quiet- yet close to all main state parks trails and attractions - this is it. The nearby little towns of Thomas and Davis were a pleasant surprise with so many good cafes, restaurants, farmers market and gift shops. We had a wonderful time and recharged.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Secluded Property
The property is functional and well maintained for an older cabin (all idiosyncrasies were to be expected). The lack of AC is normally a non-issue for the Davis area, we just happened to visit during a heat dome event, making the afternoons a little hot on the 2nd floor. The eclectic CD collection and vintage Bose stereo added to the experience. The hike down old dirt road into the national forest is easy to follow and not difficult. Would recommend for couples and families with children.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katharine W., Bethesda

Liked: Cleanliness
Two night getaway
We were looking for a quiet place near hiking and biking. Westwood was perfect - quiet, only birds heard as we sat on the shaded deck in the morning and evening; and an easy walk into Thomas or to Douglas Falls with Blackwater a short ride away. The house was spotlessly clean with helpful supplies and good strong showers to wash away hiking dirt at the end of the day. We had a lovely interlude and would happily return. Temps about 15 degrees cooler than the heatwave in DC.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
My husband and I wanted to visit the Blackwater State Park area. We needed a dog friendly rental that would not break the bank, but still be nice and comfortable. Rex’s house fit the bill nicely. Unfortunately, my plans had to change, so my husband was the only visitor. His reports to me: everything was as pictured and described. He would have liked a firmer bed, but he likes a slab of concrete. Normal people will most likely be satisfied. The kitchen was well supplied and equipped to make the simple meals I had set up for him. He found the internet connection lacking, but what can you expect in a location like this? The only real issue was we expressly wanted to be alone and quiet. Apparently, there is an end of the road where people access the woods at the edge of the property. Pickup trucks and people with flashlights were out there the first night, upsetting my husband. We contacted Rex, who did respond quickly with explanations. Otherwise, my husband had a great base of operations to explore the parks and scenery.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Pet Friendly Cabin
Cozy cabin, well appointed with plenty of blankets, kitchen ware, appliances, dog bowls, coverings on furniture for dogs and bath towels. Fun stay with plenty going on in the town of Thomas as well as Davis. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private place to stay
This is a place to stay if you want to get away from the busy city life
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Say
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John O.

Liked: Cleanliness
What they said
All the positive things in all the reviews about the house, location, and area- all true. Excellent getaway spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginny T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
The property was peaceful and beautiful. It was a great stay, close to lots of hiking and great food! The internet worked great for when we had to work.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip!
Five of us ladies who have been friends for over 30 years visited Westwood 2/23-2/26 2024. We had a fantastic time! The house was great for our size group and was full of amenities. The kitchen was completely stocked with dishes and cookware along with other items like spices/salt/pepper and things of that nature. The beds were comfy and the wifi worked great. Checking in and out was a breeze and the few questions we had prior to the trip, Rex answered almost instantly. The home was absolutely spotless from top to bottom as well. The only thing that could make it better is a hot tub on the back deck ;). The location is close to everything yet very private and quiet. We had a marvelous time and would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thomas Trip
We enjoyed the property and the area very much. The cabin was really a house and very clean and well appointed. It overlooked a stream (presumably Snyder Run) and the area was pretty awesome. At the same time, if you wanted Thomas was only 5a short distance. It was a great get-away.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whitney B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place
This property and host are amazing! The house was clean, spacious and very comfortable. The host was responsive and very helpful. We had a great time and cannot wait to return to Westwood in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024