Escape to the woods for a relaxing retreat and/or remote work in the breathtaking Appalachian Mountains.
Updated in 2023, this mountainside chalet has renovated bathrooms, new linens, furniture, decor, and more! Escape to the woods for a restorative retreat in the breathtaking Appalachian Mountains. This well-appointed home provides a relaxing getaway for up to seven people to unwind and explore nature. The Coolfont community's private hiking trails are just steps from the house while a state park with scenic vistas is a quick drive. The unique two-story built into the mountainside features floor-to-ceiling windows, a back deck with a grill, and a screened-in porch all surrounded by towering trees where you can soak up the infinite green during warmer months and brilliant foliage in autumn. Keep your eyes out for deer families and birds, plus the occasional bear!
This tranquil, unspoiled region in West Virginia offers year-round hiking and rock climbing, as well as kayaking and canoeing in the summer. In the winter, ski just 25 miles away and then get cozy by the fire. Explore the area's natural beauty at nearby Cacapon State Park, Berkeley Springs State Park, Prospect Peak, and Morgan County Observatory. Take advantage of the famous hot springs and treat yourself to a massage. It's a short drive to the best of West Virginia including Harper's Ferry for whitewater rafting and the Appalachian Trail Observatory.
The entrance to the home, which is built into the mountainside, is on its upper level. The top floor features a full bathroom (tub/shower) and one bedroom with king bed, desk, and a private balcony. The second upstairs bedroom also has a private balcony, new Queen -XL Twin bunkbed as well as a highchair and travel crib with infant/toddler mattress stored for our youngest guests. The lower level has a newly renovated full bathroom (tub/shower) next to the third bedroom, which has a queen bed, desk, and doors to the adjacent side deck. The open concept great room - stocked with games, puzzles, kids corner, TV (need to provide personal login for apps) and movie collection - looks out on a spacious deck surrounded by towering trees. Enjoy Berkeley Springs many local take-out options or home-cooked meals in the dining area or on the screened-in porch. The kitchen is stocked with cookware, fresh spices, and locally made pottery. There is a Keurig and drip coffee maker. Guests must bring their own coffee and filters.
Your stay in the Coolfont community includes use of its private pool and hot tub (Memorial - Labor Day) and year-round playground and tennis courts. Just up the road are a local brewery and winery. Also minutes from the house, enjoy delicious cuisine and craft cocktails at the Coolfont Resort's newly renovated Treetop Restaurant overlooking the water.
No smoking nor pets are allowed on the premises. The Coolfont community prohibits campfires on all properties. Note that depending on your personal service provider, cell phone reception varies.
House Rules & Checkout Instructions
This property is non-smoking.
So emergency vehicles can access the surrounding roads and properties, please do not block any driveways, roads or intersections.
Please do not exceed the number of vehicles driven per the number of bedrooms.
Check in time is 3 pm or anytime after. Please call our office to see if any early check in is available the day before or the day of your arrival.
Check out time is 12 noon promptly. Our housekeeping staff travels a great distance, please depart no later than 12 noon.
Please bring your own personal hygiene products (shampoo, soap, toothpaste, etc).
Please bring any spices and cooking preparation items (oil, foil, wax paper, etc).
* If the property has internet service, the internet logon information is located on the refrigerator
We have a rental agreement that we email to you to electronically sign.
While we want our guests to enjoy their visit, please be respectful of the neighbors by refraining from playing loud music or any unacceptable behavior.
Guests must be twenty five years of age or older to rent this property.
CHECKOUT INSTRUCTIONS:
If traveling with a pet at a pet friendly property, please remove pet residue from the yard and pet hair from the cabin.
Check out time is 12:00 noon promptly.
Please do not leave any perishable food in the refrigerator or freezer, condiments are acceptable to leave.
Please bag all trash in a standard trash bag and ensure all recyclables are bagged. Garbage service will not remove any non bagged trash.
Place your garbage in the trash box at the driveway entrance (for Woods Resort Properties only, please take your garbage to the community dumpster just past the outdoor pool). Please call the office for trash pick up if garbage is overflowing.
Please wash all your dishes or start the dishwasher.
If there is a wood burning stove or fireplace, ensure the fire is burnt all the way down and close the door or fireplace screen. DO NOT PUT WATER INSIDE FIREPLACE OR WOODSTOVE, WATER WILL CRACK THE DEVICE. Leave all ashes in the fireplace or wood stove.
Campfire ring burning - if property has a campfire ring, please make sure the campfire is burnt all the way down and wet down with water before departing.
Please turn off all lights before departing. Ensure all windows and doors are closed and locked.
During summer months, please set air conditioning to 75 degrees.
During winter months, please set heat to 55 degrees.
Please return the key to the lock box and roll the lock box numbers on all zeros (0-0-0-0). Ensure you leave the key in the lock box for housekeeping to access the property.
Please leave the cabin in an orderly and reasonable condition, our housekeeping staff works very hard to make the properties sparkle. Gratuity is appreciated for the housekeeping staff.
