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Wildwood cabin at Paradise in the Woods on the Buckhannon River

Riverside cabin with kitchen and patio

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Terrace/patio
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, West Virginia State Wildlife Center
  • Place, Holly River State Park
  • Place, West Virginia Wesleyan College
  • Airport, Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1 upstairs/mainlevel

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 upstairs/main level

1 Single Bunk Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3 downstairs

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Wildwood cabin at Paradise in the Woods on the Buckhannon River

3/4 mile long driveway to your haven in the woods. Located next to Paradise Cabin at Paradise in the Woods. Cabin is all new and ready for the 2021 rental season. Cabin has downstairs game room with pool table. Downstairs also has one king bedroom and bathroom with laundry. Main level has 2 bedrooms, living room, bathroom, kitchen, dining and deck. Easy walking path to secluded swimming area (there are 2 swimming areas to accommodate 2 cabins on property) There are fire pits at the cabin and by the river so you can build a fire and roast smores with your crew. Swim, fish, raft, hike, or just relax on the front deck and enjoy the wildlife.

Cabin sleeps up to 9 in 3 bedrooms, two bedrooms on the main level and one downstairs.

The kitchen has all the appliances and utensils you would have in the comfort of you own home. There will be a starter of garbage bags and dishwasher tabs to get you started.


Please be aware that the driveway is long and steep in a couple places and is a bit rugged. A 4-wheel drive vehicle is recommended but not necessary. Keep in mind that low sitting cars may drag going in and out the drive. (4-wheel/AWD is necessary in the wintertime due to snow)

The train tracks are active but the train does not have a regular schedule, it may run twice in one week and not again for a month. If it goes by once, you are likely to see it twice, it is a coal train, the cars go up empty and come back down loaded.

We are pet friendly (dogs only, fee required). You must clean up after your pet inside and out. Excessive pet hair on furniture or pet excrement (especially inside the cabin) may result in forfeiture of all or part of security deposit.

The area and surrounding places:
-BUCKHANNON - 24 miles, 40 minute drive - This is town where you will find Walmart, Kroger, Gas, Cinema, Restaurants, Hospital, etc.
-ROCK CAVE - 13 miles, 24 minute drive - IGA, Family Dollar, Hardware, Clinic, Pharmacy
-WEST VIRGINIA WILDLIFE CENTER - 12 miles, 20 minute drive - Giftshop, Hiking Trails, Wildlife Center.
-JAMES W CURRY LIBRARY AND PARK - 3 miles, 10 minute drive - Library, Park, Pavilion, Playgrounds.
-HELVETIA - 9 miles, 18 minute drive - Historic Swiss village, Home of the Hutte Restaurant.
-PICKENS - 13 miles, 28 minute drive - Home of the Maple Syrup Festival.
-SNOWSHOE MOUNTAIN - 49 miles, 1 hour 30 minute drive - Skiing, Snow tubing
-CANAAN VALLEY SKI RESORT - 74 miles, 1 hour 43 minute drive - Skiing, Snow tubing
-BLACKWATER FALLS - 80 miles, 2 hour drive - Waterfalls, Giftshop
-KUMBRABOW STATE FOREST - 22 miles, 50 minute drive- Hiking Trails, Shooting Range
-HOLLY RIVER STATE PARK - 30 miles, 55 minute drive - Hiking Trails, Restaurant, River, Waterfalls, Outdoor Public Pool.
-AUDRA STATE PARK - 32 miles, 1 hour drive - Hiking Trails, River
-TRANS-ALLEGHENY LUNATIC ASYLUM - 33 miles, 59 minute drive - National Historic Landmark, Offers historic and paranormal tours.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Up to 2 well trained dogs only, fee is required.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside the cabin.
Rent at your own risk. Owner not responsible for accidents.
Cabin is on private septic. Do not put food/grease down the sink. Do not flush sanitary items down toilet.
Must clean up after your pet inside and out. Excessive pet hair on furniture or pet excrement inside may result in forfeiture of security deposit.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

French Creek

Located in French Creek, this cabin is on a river. Wendling's Plaza and Skyline Plaza are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Holly River State Park and West Virginia State Wildlife Center.
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French Creek, WV

What's nearby

  • West Virginia State Wildlife Center - 31 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Holly River State Park - 44 min drive - 25.1 km
  • West Virginia Wesleyan College - 52 min drive - 41.9 km
  • St Joseph's Hospital - 52 min drive - 42.6 km
  • Stonewall Jackson Lake - 59 min drive - 46.6 km

Getting around

  • Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hutte Restaurant - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪THE BEAR SKIN - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Fullmoon - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wildwood cabin at Paradise in the Woods on the Buckhannon River pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Wildwood cabin at Paradise in the Woods on the Buckhannon River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wildwood cabin at Paradise in the Woods on the Buckhannon River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wildwood cabin at Paradise in the Woods on the Buckhannon River located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is 11 mi (17.8 km) from West Virginia State Wildlife Center and within 20 miles (32 km) of Holly River State Park and Fidler's Mill - Historic Gristmill & Building. Upshur County Recreational Park and Upshur County Public Library are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marla C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing getaway

This is our third stay here we love it , it’s by the river and has everything you need for a great getaway we will be staying here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The cabin was very nice. Only got to stay a couple of days. My sister passed away and we had to leave. The road to the cabin was ruff.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

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Family Vacation

It was Awesome,great place
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay!

Very peaceful! Owner was responsive to all issues. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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Sales Team Getaway

We all enjoyed the peaceful setting. Always have fun at the cabins by the river. Plenty to do and get out for adventures. Host was spot on with everything and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marla C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay

This was our second time staying at this property, plenty of sleeping arrangements for our group, we love this place it’s by the river we did a little fishing while we was there , the place is always clean when we arrive and the host is wonderful to work with, the only thing that I would say needs maybe looked into is the water pressure but nothing we couldn’t deal with!! Wonderful place we will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jefferson I M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I’m going back

Perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

christopher c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property. We highly recommend this cabin for your vacation stay.

Excellent and well worth the price. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lukas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Scenic Get-away

We greatly enjoyed our stay. The property mixed the comforts of home with the adventure and beauty of cabin in the middle of the wilderness. I high recommend this property to one anyone looking to get away for awhile.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

shannon r.

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Weekend away!

Had a great weekend in the woods
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wood's in the woods

very nice place but we wish there was better water pressure.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ambrose F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful river stay

This is a beautiful, quiet spot by the river. House is clean and comfortable and we enjoyed sitting on the deck and by the fire pit. The river is gorgeous, we saw eagle and river otters! The stairs in the house were tricky to navigate for our pregnant friend but you can easily walk outside between the two floors of the house. Thank you for sharing your quiet retreat with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin and creek

The cabin is well secluded but in a nice piece a land. The creek access has a large swim area unfortunately it was too cold for a dip (I visit in February) but we still sat there and just enjoyed the view and the sounds. The cabin itself was well stocked, with wifi and entertainment. We didn’t get bored my family didn’t even have the urge to venture around the town all they wanted to do is stay in. I do recommend to order the wood and fire starters from the host, it rained but she had covered them and it was dry and waiting for us to be ready for our night around the fire. It made it easy. It was great, we enjoyed it very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Almost Heaven

On the wall of the Wildwood Cabin at Paradise in the Woods is a poster that says, "And into the forest I go to lose my mind and find my soul." Our experience there provided the perfect opportunity to detach from our workaday world, listen to the river, and watch the leaves fall. Cheryl was an incredible host, providing detailed directions to the property and responding quickly to my pre-visit questions. The cabin was very clean and bright and loaded with amenities to make our stay comfortable. The decor was "woodsy" and complemented the mood of the property. There was ample room for our group of 5 adults to spread out for "me time" and gather together for meals, games, and camp fires. There are a few things for which travelers must prepare: The private "driveway" to the Cabin is long and narrow, a combination of dirt and gravel, with lots of ruts. Winter visitors are advised to bring their four-wheel drive vehicles. The circular stairway leading from the main floor to the ground floor is very narrow and almost impossible to navigate while carrying luggage or munchies; however, it is possible to go outside and around to access the area. The water smells of sulfur. It is soft and fine for showering, but we recommend bringing drinking water. Finally, the Cabin is truly out in the middle of nowhere, and there's little to do in the "nearby" towns (besides the Insane Asylum), so plan to stay in and enjoy the togetherness. We did.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin is secluded, but that’s what we were looking for. Just take everything u think u might need with u and enjoy the stress free experience with ur family and pet(s)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katerina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The scenery was amazing & our stay was a lot of fun! Cheryl was extremely helpful with anything we needed & made our stay much smoother! We will definitely be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was great for our family vacation. We enjoyed the river and fire pit. It fit the description of the listing and was exactly as we expected. We would definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MyFairLAdy

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at Cheryl’s cabin! The river (across railroad tracks and through a small strip of trees- about 2 min walk) is beautiful! We tried to tube the river but it was a bit low in areas. We enjoyed it nonetheless - down river is remote and scenic. There are a few swim holes near the cabin (about 4 to 5 feet deep in spots) that are beautiful with clear water, sand/rock beaches, and large rocks cropping out of the river bed. We hiked around the property looking for small caves, and along the railroad tracks. Made a visit to the Wildlife Center (fun and a beautiful walk). We went to Helvetia, a tiny town founded by Swiss craftsmen, that has a general store, a cheese shop, wood furniture/art shop, local honey store and a Swiss restaurant. Be aware- the restaurant/ stores have limited operating hours - most are only open from Wednesday to Saturday, so plan ahead. The town has a picturesque stream, a bridge landscaped with flower boxes, and other small garden areas throughout. My family hiked the historical trail and a dog named Buck, who lived in the house next to the general store, walked the 2.8 mile trail with us and even showed us where to go a few times. He was such a great guide! The cabin was clean and had everything we needed! We made hotdogs and smores on the fire pit. The night sky was amazing! We lost power for a few hours due to work being done, but Cheryl was at the cabin within minutes to let us know. NBD. It was a great stay and very family friendly!
A short way down river from the cabin
River near cabin
Buck guiding the way at the Helvetia historical trail!
Helvetia
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

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Secluded Piece of Heaven!

We LOVED our week-long stay at this cabin in French Creek! The property description was spot on, so there were no surprises for us upon arrival. Asking any remaining questions or concerns up front prior to booking or your arrival is vital, and this host (Cheryl) was wonderful in both her communication and responsiveness to every question asked! Pretty much anywhere you stay in WV is going to be 20min or more from your typical shopping options and chain restaurants. Growing up in the hills of Appalachia, we judge "how far" some place is, by the time it takes to get there (not the distance). Read the description and Cheryl gives you an idea of how much time it will take to get to French Creek where there is a Dollar General and a diner (Bucks was a favorite), or Buckhannon where you can find a Kroger and a several small town shops and eateries (we could live on CJ Maggie's, very extensive menu!). The driveway to this cabin and it's bigger sister, is about 1/2 mile long and very rough - similarly as rough as the gravel road leading to the driveway. I don't consider this anything Cheryl can do much about...if you've ever lived in the hills/mountains, you know the difficulty with maintaining a smooth gravel road or driveway, especially one clinging to the side of a mountain next to a ravine. Cheryl's description is up front about this, so it should not be a knock on her rating if you choose to stay here. The road to seclusion is rarely paved, else it would be crowded :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great get away

If you want to get away from everything for a while this is the place. It was very quiet and somewhat deep in woods. Great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jersey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Favorite rental property

This is the best cabin and location out of all my vrbo rentals. Group of old friends get together here every year going on 6 years. There’s no other place we would rather stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

tiffani f.

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Great weekend

The property was amazing, the river was amazing. My only suggestion is maybe don't have the cleaning lady come when everyone is leaving since the road/driveway isn't wide enough for 2 vehicles to pass. Other than that it was a great place and a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shari B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Our family loved our week here at the house. So beautiful, quiet and peaceful. We enjoyed the river and swim hole, walks along the train tracks and evenings by the fire pit. Thank you for allowing us to spend time at your wonderful home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald P.

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Father's Day Trip for my Dad

This was trip for my dad and his sons, grandsons, and great grandson. We had a great trip. The place was secluded. The cabin was spacious and had plenty of rooms to sleep, plenty of room to cook, plenty of room throughout the house. Thank you for allowing us to use your cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

We love this property! I love the cleanliness of the cabin and the amenities. My husband and kids love playing in the river. We didn’t get to see a train this time, but hopefully next time. We all love this cabin and will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

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