Cottage in Shenandoah Valley, VA
8 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
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About this cottage rental
Located in Volga, WV, The River House is surrounded by natural beauty along the Buckhannon River. Outside is a deck, dock, & fire-pit ringed with Adirondack chairs. Inside a blend of vintage & modern amenities will welcome you. Escape to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath riverfront retreat—perfect for a relaxing getaway or an outdoor adventure. Both bedrooms feature cozy queen beds, along with the living room’s pull-out sofa and the convertible sleeper loveseat in the sunroom, the home comfortably sleeps up to 6 adults (could be up to a maximum of 8 guests if mixture of adults and children - extra fee for each guest over 6).
With 1,200 sq. ft. of space, you’ll enjoy a spacious living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and a beautiful sunroom that doubles as the dining area. Each bedroom and the living room are equipped with smart TVs for streaming, and the home is stocked with thoughtful amenities— Wi-Fi, phone & accessory charging stations, extra blankets, small appliances, board and yard games, toys, books, a BBQ grill & utensils, roasting sticks, plus kayaks, life jackets, and floats for enjoying the river during warmer months.
A quiet, single-lane country road (with more ATVs and golf carts than cars) runs between the cottage and its 100 yards of private river frontage. Across the road, you’ll find a 12’ x 16’ riverside deck with a patio table and chairs, perfect for morning coffee or evening sunsets. Steps from the deck lead down to an 8’ x 8’ dock* for fishing, launching kayaks, or dipping your toes in the water. Nearby, a fire pit with Adirondack chairs invites you to gather under the stars. A large backyard offers even more space to relax or play yard games like bocce ball or corn hole.
Across the river, you might spot the occasional passing train—only a couple times a day—but its distant whistle adds a touch of rustic charm. Wildlife is part of the experience here: deer, ducks, geese, and squirrels are daily visitors, and on a rare occasion you might see turtles, beavers, mink, bald eagle, or even a black bear. This is rural West Virginia at its best—peaceful, scenic, and full of fresh air.
Other things worth noting: You’ll be just under 6 miles from Audra State Park, about 9 miles from Philippi, and 12 miles from Buckhannon. One fire-pit bundle of wood is complementary. Additional firewood is available at a charge of $5 per bundle. Cell signal is mostly non-existent but cell phones work with wifi calling. You will be in a rural area on the river, so bug spray is recommended. *Absent unexpected circumstances, the dock will be accessible May - November. It is removed during the winter and not put back in the water until mid-Spring.
With 1,200 sq. ft. of space, you’ll enjoy a spacious living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and a beautiful sunroom that doubles as the dining area. Each bedroom and the living room are equipped with smart TVs for streaming, and the home is stocked with thoughtful amenities— Wi-Fi, phone & accessory charging stations, extra blankets, small appliances, board and yard games, toys, books, a BBQ grill & utensils, roasting sticks, plus kayaks, life jackets, and floats for enjoying the river during warmer months.
A quiet, single-lane country road (with more ATVs and golf carts than cars) runs between the cottage and its 100 yards of private river frontage. Across the road, you’ll find a 12’ x 16’ riverside deck with a patio table and chairs, perfect for morning coffee or evening sunsets. Steps from the deck lead down to an 8’ x 8’ dock* for fishing, launching kayaks, or dipping your toes in the water. Nearby, a fire pit with Adirondack chairs invites you to gather under the stars. A large backyard offers even more space to relax or play yard games like bocce ball or corn hole.
Across the river, you might spot the occasional passing train—only a couple times a day—but its distant whistle adds a touch of rustic charm. Wildlife is part of the experience here: deer, ducks, geese, and squirrels are daily visitors, and on a rare occasion you might see turtles, beavers, mink, bald eagle, or even a black bear. This is rural West Virginia at its best—peaceful, scenic, and full of fresh air.
Other things worth noting: You’ll be just under 6 miles from Audra State Park, about 9 miles from Philippi, and 12 miles from Buckhannon. One fire-pit bundle of wood is complementary. Additional firewood is available at a charge of $5 per bundle. Cell signal is mostly non-existent but cell phones work with wifi calling. You will be in a rural area on the river, so bug spray is recommended. *Absent unexpected circumstances, the dock will be accessible May - November. It is removed during the winter and not put back in the water until mid-Spring.
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