Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
Sledding nearby
A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
At the centre of it all
Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Fayetteville Town Park
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Explore the area
Fayetteville, WV
Fayette Theater
Place, Fayette Theater
5 min walk
Janutola Park
Place, Janutola Park
12 min walk
Fayetteville Town Park
Place, Fayetteville Town Park
19 min walk
Beckley, WV (BKW-Raleigh County Memorial)
Airport, Beckley, WV (BKW-Raleigh County Memorial)
34 min drive
Where you'll sleep
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Luxury Historic 4 Br Home, In Downtown Fayetteville Near Parks/Trails, Sleeps 11
The Wiseman Cottage is a 2 story, 4 bedroom house built in 1930 and completely renovated in the last 4 years. It is the 4th vacation rental in Fayetteville owned and managed by Bill and Sally Wells under the Mountain Vacation Properties Banner. We pride ourselves in providing the best combination of location, luxury accommodations and price for our guests and you can see our guest reviews on our other properties #452740, #563229 and #707475 The house was the home of Doc Wiseman who was a prominent resident of Fayetteville and owner of a pharmacy and soda fountain that was located across the street from the courthouse. Wiseman Avenue, where the house is located was named after Doc Wiseman's father. The house has many beautiful architectural features like hardwood floors, built in cabinets and beveled glass doors. The recent renovations included complete remodeling of the kitchen and bathrooms. The house can accommodate up to 11 people. Bedroom #1 is located on the ground floor and contains a full size bed and a twin bed. The remaining bedrooms are located on the second floor. Bedroom #2 has a full size bed. Bedroom #3 has two twin beds and Bedroom #4 has a queen size bed and a master bath. The other full bathroom is also located on the second floor. There is a half bath on the first floor. The back yard is fenced in and the house is pet friendly. Parking is available in the driveway for up to 6 vehicles. No parking is allowed on the street. The house directly behind the Wiseman Cottage is one of our other vacation rentals (The McGrath House #707475). If you have a larger group, you can rent both houses. The McGrath House is a 4 bedroom house and sleeps up to 12. The Wiseman Cottage is 1.5 blocks from the center of downtown Fayetteville and is close to parks, shopping, restaurants and hiking/biking trails. The old Fayetteville Elementary School is immediately across the street and it has a large fenced in front yard that is now been converted to the town's dog park. The school also has a football field. Most of Fayetteville's unique shops and restaurants are within easy walking distance (1 to 3 blocks). The new Fayetteville Recreation Trail passes directly in front of the house and will take you to the 200 acre Gaines Property in one direction or to the New River Gorge Town Park Trailhead in the other direction. The Gaines Property is owned by our sister company, Cascade Properties, and guests at the Wiseman Cottage are free to hike/bike on the property. The Town Park Trailhead gives you access to miles of trails within and outside of the park. The New River Gorge Bridge and Bridge Walk attraction are only 1.5 miles away and the outdoor adventure outfitters are all within 4 to 7 miles. The Wiseman Cottage and the other houses within the Mountain Vacation Properties family offer the best combination of luxury accommodations, excellent location and affordability in the New River Gorge Region.
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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
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Fayetteville
Located in Fayetteville, this holiday home is in the city centre. New River Gorge Bridge and Tunney Hunsaker Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Needleseye Park and Cotton Hill Wildlife Management Area. New & Gauley River Adventures and Ace Adventure Resort are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
Beckley, WV (BKW-Raleigh County Memorial) - 36 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Pies & Pints - 3 min walk
Secret Sandwich Society - 6 min walk
El Bandido - 7 min drive
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Frequently asked questions
Is Luxury Historic 4 Br Home, In Downtown Fayetteville Near Parks/Trails, Sleeps 11 pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Luxury Historic 4 Br Home, In Downtown Fayetteville Near Parks/Trails, Sleeps 11?
As of 24 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury Historic 4 Br Home, In Downtown Fayetteville Near Parks/Trails, Sleeps 11 on 3 November 2026 start from NZ$1,764, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Luxury Historic 4 Br Home, In Downtown Fayetteville Near Parks/Trails, Sleeps 11?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury Historic 4 Br Home, In Downtown Fayetteville Near Parks/Trails, Sleeps 11?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury Historic 4 Br Home, In Downtown Fayetteville Near Parks/Trails, Sleeps 11?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Luxury Historic 4 Br Home, In Downtown Fayetteville Near Parks/Trails, Sleeps 11 located?
Located in the heart of Fayetteville, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Fayette Theater and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from New River Gorge Bridge. Love Hope Arts and Janutola Park are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The Wiseman House in Fayetteville was perfect for our family vacation of 6 adults and 2 dogs. The kitchen was well organized and equipped; the home had plenty of room for relaxing and dining. The dogs loved the large fenced-in backyard. The location was great for our hikes in New River Gorge National Park. We strongly recommend the Wiseman House.
The home was wonderful. Well furnished and equipped and beautiful. It’s in the perfect spot to walk to the shops downtown or to the local event estate and restaurants. The hosts were very helpful as well. Highly recommend.
This was a return trip to a wonderful house. We rented in June of 2025 and could not wait to come back this summer. The house was very clean and works well for our family get together. Plenty of room and a great backyard for the kids and patio for adults. 2 blocks from downtown - so location is ideal to walk to restaurants, coffee or shopping. Check-in was a breeze and communication with the owner was effortless.
This was a great place to stay for my family's week-long summer vacation exploring the New River Gorge. Our group (7 adults and one dog) fit in the house comfortably. We loved the backyard and the easy walk into downtown Fayetteville. We'd definitely stay here again!
Second time staying at this awesome rental. Location is perfect walking distance to many resturants, shopping and exploring downtown Fayetteville. Loved the private fenced in back yard!
We enjoyed our stay in Fayetteville. The home was spacious for our group of 7 including a large fenced in yard which our dog loved. We were walking distance to all the shops and restaurants in the downtown area and a short drive to New River Gorge National Park. William was a friendly and helpful host. I would recommend this property to anyone visiting the area.
Beautiful home. Very clean and well equipped with nearly everything you could possibly need. Great location. Can walk to all of the locals spots in Fayetteville. Fenced in yard was very secure and our dog loved being able to roam. We would definitely love to stay again on our next visit.
Beautiful, comfortable house in the cool town of Fayetteville
The house is easy to find, pretty inside and out. Very comfortable to hang out in, great kitchen for cooking. Amazing back yard for our pup. Only a couple block walk to shops and restaurants and a short drive to the Canyon Rim Visitor Center. The owner was very responsive. Overall an excellent experience and stay.
This house was excellent for what we needed it for! We got married at The Gaines Estate and the close proximity was ideal for us! The house was cute and quaint, perfect for myself, my mother and my five bridesmaids!
We stayed at the Wiseman Cottage for the 50km New River Gorge Trail festival race, and it was the perfect place! Super close to the start/finish in Fayetteville Park and close to plenty of restaurants as well. Everything was very clean and well kept!
Our family had a wonderful stay in this lovely, comfortable home. Lots of character with all the important things -- like the bathrooms and the kitchen --updated and fresh.
The backyard was a great, and safe, space for our pup to run and play.
The house was sparkling clean and just as described. The backyard was huge, fenced and great for kids and adults. We loved the evenings on the patio. The house was located on a quiet street, but only a couple blocks to a great bakeries, coffee shops and restaurants. The area was filled with hikes and adventures. Fun for All!
We have been coming to Fayetteville off and on since 2007 for our sisters weekends. We absolutely fell in love with the Wiseman House and plan to come back here every year. There are 6 of us, and it’s been hard to find something in our price range where we can all have a bed!!
And it’s really centrally located too!
Can’t wait to return next year.
This house was very clean and well appointed. The owner was very accommodating and gave us everything we needed regarding information about the area. The kitchen and supplies were all well stocked. The house was easy to find and is close to everything in downtown Fayetteville. It was an easy check in and check out process. We were very happy with our stay.
Do yourself a favor and book this house. It’s spacious, beautifully decorated and comfortable for a big group. The kitchen is well stocked but if you don’t want to cook there are several restaurants within walking distance. It’s a short drive to rafting outfits and other outdoor activities. The owners are absolutely fantastic and stopped by to drop off some delicious freshly baked poppy seed bread. Plenty of hot water for showers, comfortable beds and soft towels. We’re hoping to return next year to raft the Gaulley and will absolutely be back!
The house was very comfortable, beatuiful, spacious and roomie. We were able to check in a little earlier than expected without any issues. Our fary children enjoyed the fenced in yard. Our kids enjoyed walking into down town, which is lovely and quaint. The house was close to everywhere we wanted to visit, not to mention blocks away from Biscuit World. This was my first trip to West Virginia and am very glad I found this home to stay in. I highly recommend this property. The entire family enjoyed the stay. House was fully ready for our family, including our cookout. The favorite part was the AMAZING Poopy seed bread that welcomed us. AMAZING!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2020
Thanks for staying with us Yammy!. We are glad that you loved the house and enjoyed the poppy seed bread! :)
Quaint, immaculate house walking distance to downtown Fayetteville. Hosts were friendly and responsive. Highly recommend and would stay there again, given the opportunity.
Great place for access to climbing areas and restaurants
We had a group of 15 climbers split between two properties close to each other and everything worked out fantastically!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
About the host
Hosted by Bill Wells
My wife Sally grew up in Fayetteville. I (Bill) am from Pittsburgh and got here as soon as I could. I am a mining engineer and recently semi-retired where I work 2 days per week. Sally spends much of her time looking after our vacation rental properties. We started out in the vacation rental business in 2013 when we bought and renovated Sally's parents home where she grew up. We love Fayetteville and the surrounding area and we enjoy many of the outdoor recreation opportunities here like hiking, rafting, biking and cross country skiing. I am also the President of the New River Gorge Trail Alliance, a 501C3 non profit organization that is dedicated to creating a long distance trail network in the six counties surrounding the New River Gorge.
Why they chose this property
The Wiseman Cottage is located in a great neighborhood in downtown Fayetteville. It has beautiful architectural features and was well built, well maintained and recently renovated. Sally knew the Wisemans and always loved the house. It is located directly behind one of our other vacation rental properties, the McGrath House (#707475), and groups with up to 23 people can reserve both properties. Fayetteville has many unique restaurants, bars and shops and this house is within easy walking distance (1 to 3 blocks) to most of them. It is also close to the local trails, playgrounds, town parks and the New River Gorge National Park. The New River Gorge Trail Alliance regional trail network passes directly in front of the house. The former Fayetteville Elementary School dog park and football field are directly across the street. The 200 acre Gaines Property is a two minute walk from the house and the New River Gorge Town Park trailhead is only 1/2 mile away. The New River Gorge Bridge itself is 1.5 miles from the house and all of the outdoor adventure outfitters are located between 4 and 7 miles away.
What makes this property unique
The Wiseman Cottage offers the best combination of luxury, well maintained accomodations, convenient location and affordability in the New River Gorge Area.
Languages:
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Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests