Private mountainside chalet bordering Dolly Sods with beautiful panoramic view.
Highland Rest is a 2 BR, 2 BA home which features an open floor plan with hard wood flooring through out. The kitchen is beautifully appointed with custom cabinets, granite countertops and a large pantry area. The living room, kitchen, and dining areas draw your attention to beautiful views across the valley below. The interior is finished with antiques, and collectibles from around the world.
Highland Rest lies within Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge was the 500th National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) to be established in the United States. The refuge preserves a moist valley with unique wetlands and uplands at a relatively high elevation in the Allegheny Mountains.
The property is 3800 above sea level (9.98 acres) and borders Dolly Sods Wilderness high on the mountain above (17,371 acres). Dolly Sods Wilderness contains bog and heath eco-types, more commonly typical to southern Canada. Elevations range from 2,500 to over 4,700 feet.
Note guests have access to fishing at (2) lakes within the Old Timberline community <5min from the cabin - no fishing license required within the community.
Property manager
Jim Hopkins
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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Prior to arrival please review orientation (provided by owner) and bring a copy along to guide and simplify overall process.
Prior to departure please perform one last inspection inside and outside of home. Please be sure not to leave any trash or personnel belongings.
Important information
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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
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 deadlock
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Davis
Located in Davis, this chalet is in a rural area and in the mountains. Buxton & Landstreet Gallery and Studios and The White Room Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Timberline Four Season Resort and Canaan Valley Ski Resort. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Davis, WV
What's nearby
Timberline Four Season Resort - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
Canaan Valley Resort State Park - 14 min drive - 10.6 km
Canaan Valley Ski Resort - 15 min drive - 11.4 km
Blackwater Falls - 26 min drive - 24.1 km
Blackwater Falls State Park - 27 min drive - 24.6 km
Getting around
Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
Mama Mia - 12 min drive
Canaan Valley BBQ - 13 min drive
Applewood Inn And Breakfast Nook - 13 min drive
Timbers Pub & Fireside Grill - 8 min drive
Big John's Family Fixin's - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Private mountainside chalet bordering Dolly Sods with beautiful panoramic view. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).
What time is check-in at Private mountainside chalet bordering Dolly Sods with beautiful panoramic view.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Private mountainside chalet bordering Dolly Sods with beautiful panoramic view.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Private mountainside chalet bordering Dolly Sods with beautiful panoramic view. located?
This family-friendly Davis chalet is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Sand Run Lake and Timberline Four Season Resort. Canaan Valley Resort State Park and Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This home has everything you need. Situated in a peaceful neighborhood with great views of the Canaan Valley. Dolly Sods can be access from the property as well. Perfect place to escape the everyday routine!
Two couples for a few days in Davis and a great stay at a fantastic property! The space was perfect for the four of us. We cooked most meals in and the kitchen was well equipped. We also enjoyed sitting on the deck for cocktails and using the hot tub when the weather was cooler. The fireplace inside made for cozy movie watching nights. You can tell a lot of care has gone into this property and we appreciated staying there. Would highly recommend!!
We rented looking for a snowy cabin weekend , which is exactly what we got. The location was perfect. Hot tub was awesome. The house itself was eclectically decorated. Can't wait to go again.
Wonderful cabin - very clean and decorated beautifully. Also one of the most comfortable beds I've ever slept on! Fully stocked with everything we needed and a gorgeous view as well. Nothing bad to say!
Make sure you have 4 wheel drive if you plan to stay during Winter! The drive up to the house with snow is legit! Excellent spot if you want a more private escape but to also be close to Timberline, White Grass and the towns of Davis and Thomas. House backed up to Dolly Sods Wilderness Area so would also be ideal for hiking in the warmer months.Plenty if cookware and the amenities were all as described and in working order.
My husband and I had a lovely stay at Jim's place. We had our two dogs with us as well. The views were stunning as we were there in late November and it was already snowing. The fireplace made our entire stay very cozy. The kitchen was well stocked. We enjoyed going on walks and runs and visited the town of Davis and had a great time at Stumptown Ales. We will definitely visit again!
Loved the large deck and hot tub for viewing the autumn leaves and relaxing after hiking in Dolly Sods! It was my favorite spot in this very comfortable home. Owner is super responsive.
Had a such a great time at Jim's chalet. Location is amazing and the property had fantastic touches all throughout and was so comfortable. We loved watching movies on the incredible entertainment system and the kitchen had everything needed to make great meals at home. Communication with Jim is outstanding. Would love to stay again!!
It was peaceful and quiet, just what we needed for a weekend away without the kids. The decor was unique and gave the place an authentic and cozy feel. Wish the leaves hadn’t fallen already during our stay but the view was beautiful regardless. I highly recommend traveling a little further out of town for groceries, the local supermarket was pretty sad.
We absolutely loved our stay. The cabin is so eclectic and we enjoyed looking at all the things from the owner’s travels. It was stocked with everything we needed to cook, including lots of spices. We so enjoyed the hot tub while it snowed. Truly magical! Owner was very responsive as well. We hope to be back someday.
This rental exceeded my expectations as it was well appointed with eclectic decorations from around the world, high-end cookware in a fully stocked kitchen, exceptionally comfortable beds, 4K TV and sound system, and breathtaking views. We visited over MLK weekend when a snow storm was expected. The driveway was plowed twice (AWD or 4WD vehicles are necessary); the teenagers loved the hot tub and it was convenient to everything we wanted to do. I loved Jim’s maximalist decorating style as there was many fascinating things at which to marvel. Overall, we have zero negative comments as again, this exceeded our expectations. Thank you, Jim!
Our experience with our stay was absolutely wonderful, The property is cery well maintained and to be honest the pictures are great but if you have a opportunity to see it in person it will blow you away!
There is a lot of treasures inside the home from the owners travels of the world and we both found it to be just incredible!
The mountain ciews are to die for and if you like to hike this is the place to be 👏
I would highly recommend staying here if you are looking for a beautiful get away with peace in quiet.
This house was just as described online. It was private with an excellent view. The host was friendly and answered our messages within an hour or so. I will definitely rent from this gentleman again.
Great location! Really appreciated being able to walk into Dolly Sodds and close enough to other interest. House was comfortable and had everything we needed, including relaxing evenings. Will be looking to return.
We had a great time staying here for a long weekend. We had never been to Canaan in the summer, and we will definitely return. This was our second time staying in this home, and it was fantastic as before. So many travel treasures to enjoy from Jim’s work trips. Home is so private yet close to amenities. All ages had fun!
We have been visiting Canaan Valley most of our adult lives. Sometimes we stay in Davis, but most of the time we stay in the Timberline community. Jim’s property is awesome! So peaceful and accommodating. Everything you need and then some! One of the best VRBOs. If you have never been to the area Jim provides tons of great, helpful information. Thanks Jim!
Our Cabin was sooo cozy, comfortable and in the PERFECT locations for skiing, tubing and the sled run!
Highly recommended!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
About the host
Hosted by Jim Hopkins
Jim has worked internationally since 1995, and discovered Canaan Valley while serving in Afghanistan. Drawn to the wilderness; Canaan is one of the best decisions I've ever made.
Why they chose this property
Incredibly private location high on the mountainside bordering Dolly Sods Wilderness, with beautiful view across Canaan Valley below.
What makes this property unique
Significant site and interior upgrades and improvements since Jan 2021 valued over $150K. High-end home theatre system.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests