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The Top of the Town - Large comfortable dog friendly home. Fish, Hike, Float!

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View from foyer as you enter the house
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Hinton, WV
  • The Ritz Theatre
    â€Ș6 min walk‬
  • Bluestone State Park
    â€Ș6 min drive‬
  • Bluestone Lake
    â€Ș7 min drive‬
  • Beckley, WV (BKW-Raleigh County Memorial)
    â€Ș33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

#1 Downstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

#2 Quieter

1 Queen Bed

#3 Views

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

The Top of the Town - Large comfortable dog friendly home. Fish, Hike, Float!

The best view in town! The property is at the top of a hill and has a great view of downtown Historic Hinton and the New River, from the front porch. It is spacious, airy and bright. A 103 year old Victorian that is as quirky as it is charming. Large kitchen and dining room for those of you who want to eat in. Large open living room with smart TV for relaxing and taking in a movie, or spreading out for your morning yoga sesh! Namaste! đŸ§˜đŸŒ

We offer three bedrooms, each with a comfortable queen bed and window a/c unit for a comfortable night’s sleep(in season). But we can also accommodate a 7th person if they don’t mind sleeping on our couch (pillow, linens provided. Not a pull out couch). Two full baths and washer and dryer available. We are happy to host your dog, for a fee, and have many supplies to meet their needs, as well as a fenced-in backyard for easy in and out. We are not accepting multiple dogs or any other animals at this time.

The property is the 2nd to last house on a dead end street. We are at the top of a steep hill with forest behind us. It is a nice private location, with a fantastic view from the front porch. The driveway can accommodate 2 cars, 3 if you’re “creative”. Backing out can be a challenge, backing in is easier for some.

We are located 11 miles from the New River Gorge National Park Welcome Center, in Sandstone. We are 7 miles from Sandstone Falls, minutes to Bluestone Lake and Bluestone State Park and about 20 minutes to Pipestem State Park. The Greenbrier, Bluestone and New Rivers all converge just minutes from the house for some first class fishing. One day fishing licenses can be purchased online at the WV DNR website or at WaterDawg Outdoors which is less than 2 miles from the house.
Other attractions:
We are 32 mins from Grandview
We are 63 mins from the Canyon Rim Visitor center and the NRG Bridge and Bridge walk.
66 mins to the Endless Wall Trail
75 mins to the Gauley River put-in
75 mins from Hawk’s Nest State Park

Golfers! There are 7 great courses all within an hour of the house; Pipestem at the state park, Black Knight in Beckley, Elks in Lewisburg, Woodhaven and Glade Springs in Daniels, Fountain Springs in Peterstown and the PGA course at the Greenbrier Hotel in White Sulphur Springs.
For winter visitors we are also just over 15 miles from Winterplace if skiing, snowboarding and tubing are more your speed! Lewisburg and the WV State fairgrounds are about a 40 minute drive. There are also things to do right in Hinton!

As per VRBO rules we are required to disclose the use of an outdoor security camera at the property. We have one device in the upper corner of our porch that surveils the driveway, steps and entrance to the home. For our peace of mind, and yours!

Thanks for checking out Top of the Town. Book with us and you won’t be disappointed.

Property manager

Christine Van Patten
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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 13–17
Children as young as 7 are ok.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
$75 pet. We absolutely do NOT allow cats
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only, use provided ashtray.
One dog allowed per stay. No other pets. Must disclose pet, pay $75 non-refundable pet fee. Must properly clean up after dog & dispose of waste
Dog can’t be left alone at house unless crated. Dogs become anxious when left alone in unfamiliar places. We have dogs, we know! We have a med. crate
There is a security camera on the porch, tampering with it will result in immediate cancellation and removal from property.

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

Hinton

Located in Hinton, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bluestone State Park and Pipestem State Park, while Veteran's Museum and Campbell - Flannagan - Murrell House Museum are cultural highlights. Hinton Railroad Museum and Fright Nights WV are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hinton, WV

What's nearby

  • Campbell - Flannagan - Murrell House Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Ritz Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bluestone State Park - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Bluestone Lake - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Sandstone Falls - 19 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

  • Hinton Station - 10 min walk
  • Beckley, WV (BKW-Raleigh County Memorial) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • â€ȘKirk's - ‬4 min drive
  • â€ȘRiver City Grill and Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • â€ȘChestnut Revival - ‬7 min walk
  • â€ȘPizza Hut - ‬4 min drive
  • â€ȘSubway - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Top of the Town - Large comfortable dog friendly home. Fish, Hike, Float! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at The Top of the Town - Large comfortable dog friendly home. Fish, Hike, Float!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Top of the Town - Large comfortable dog friendly home. Fish, Hike, Float!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Top of the Town - Large comfortable dog friendly home. Fish, Hike, Float! located?

Located in the heart of Hinton, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Veteran's Museum, Campbell - Flannagan - Murrell House Museum and The Ritz Theatre. Hinton Railroad Museum and Summers County Public Library are also within 10 minutes. Hinton Station is 10 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

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

Great!

Enjoyed this stay, amazing views, quiet little mountain town! Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine W.

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

Wonderful

Quaint place and perfect for our needs
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

barnhilljason420

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

What a fantastic house.

The house was fantastic. It has great rooms and views and was nice and toasty. We throughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

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

New Year’s

House was very charming and still had so much of its original character. The beds were very comfortable and the porch was enjoyed by all. We were a group of 6 adults and the seating in the living room was not adequate. At least 1 other chair would have been nice. The location was great and close to many activities.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The pictures sold me on the reservation but honestly don't do justice to what you walk into! The charm of the original build mixed with the tasteful remodeling was so comfortable and homey. Everything was clean and very well stocked...I felt at home immediately. The driveway/parking can be a little intimidating but that is the trade-off I guess for the incredible view of the mountains and the town below. Wish I could've stayed longer but can't wait to plan another trip and stay at the Top of the Town again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter F.

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

Get away

Sarah and I really enjoyed our stay. The shop owners were all very friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elke M.

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

Top of the Hill

A very welcoming house with a great view, nice porch; very clean, nothing to complain about - the opposite; unless you are stuck on a dishwasher, which they don't have.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Jerry H.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Unhappy

House looked okay. Neighborhood was shabby, unkempt and not welcoming. Didn't stay. Lost our payment.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda W.

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

Almost heaven in West Virginia

We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful house. When you enter you feel like you are home. It was spacious and very clean. I took my mother into her hometown for her 75th birthday to visit with friends and family. We had a wonderful time. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francis S.

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

Sweet spot at the top of the town

If Hinton and the surrounding area is where you’re going to be, this place is ideal. It felt like home from our first day till our last. The bedrooms were so comfortable, the kitchen was perfectly set up and the front porch was so great to relax on after a full day. We’ll be going there again on our next trip to Hinton.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Place!

Peaceful property in great condition. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

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

Best views!

This place is a hidden gem! Well stocked house, with fans and window AC units throughout. Great views from the front porch. Only downside was the noise in the bedroom AC unit. We will look for a way to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances B.

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

Oh, The View


We loved it
The house is beautiful
Old
Plenty of character
We can’t wait to go back
Thank you

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey A.

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

Perfect for my family

This house was perfect for my family. If you love old houses and their quirkiness, this works great for a home base for which to tour the New River Gorge if you don't want big city vibes. We (my husband, our 2 20+ year old sons and our 13 year old mini doodle spent a week at Top of the Hill. The house sits at the top of a steep, short hill and with proper direction from the host, the driveway posed no problem for our minivan. The best part was the view from the porch. We loved drinking our coffee and watching the mist rise out of the surrounding valleys every morning. The town is a bit depressed but there are some real gems (Grandma's House antiques, Market on Courthouse Square, Hinton Railroad Museum and Otter & Oak). I can't say enough nice things about the people of Hinton and West Virginia. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

teresa h.

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

New River Gorge Get Away

We enjoyed our stay at Top of the Town in Hinton WV. It was the perfect location for sightseeing in the New River Gorge.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vontrell P.

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

I LOOOOOOVE THIS PLACE

This was one of the Best Places I've ever vacationed. EVERYTHING was clean nice and excellent and we had a Phenomenal time. We were there honeymooning and the owner actually left a Bottle of Champagne and a congratulations card on the table. What a Blessing
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah S.

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

Lovely old home

The porch overlooking the town was amazing! A wonderful place to end your day. House is cutely decorated, oldly charming & very well appointed. Beds are comfortable. Owner was very communicative & made it very easy to check in. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy S.

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

Perfect stay!

It was perfect for a quick birthday visit to the area. Loved seeing all of the beautiful fall leaves. Thank you for accommodating us!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary U.

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

High school friends traveling together

Great location. Wonderful old house Clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale D.

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

Top of the Town

Awsome house, great view. Check in was easy. Only had one car, so it was not a problem parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Reginald J.

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

Awesome Stay!

This was an incredible trip and the property was great! True to the listing. The house has a ton of charm and the location is good. Owner was accommodating and respond to all questions we had. The next time I make this trip, this will be my go-to location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Hilltop on steroids

Exactly what we were looking for from a size perspective. The dogs loved all the stray cats in the neighborhood. The area was a little rough and depressed, but we had a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

We all — including the dog — loved our stay!

Top of the Town in Hinton was a wonderful, dog-friendly place to stay! We were only there for a few days, but we felt very much at home, and could easily envision making it home base for a longer visit to the area. The 102-year-old house is full of character and was exactly as advertised, with a wonderful kitchen full of all you need to cook some great dinners. We had a chance to explore a bit of Hinton (there are great views of the town from the front bedroom upstairs), and it was an easy drive to the New River Gorge National Park and several other local state parks. Our dog loved going up and down the stairs and the neighborhood hills, and would have loved to chase the deer we spotted in the neighborhood. Checking in and out was easy, and our hosts left a binder with tips, house rules, and suggestions for shopping, dining, and more. Eat at Kirk’s! We did
twice. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara H., Charlotte, NC

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

Clean, comfortable older home.

This house was so clean-and the beds and couches were all quite comfortable. One perk of the home was the fact that they had charging areas all over the home to plug into an outlet or a usb to charge our devices. That was quite nice. Also, the bathrooms were very well stocked with soft towels and washcloths. The road to the driveway was steep and coming from the street gps had us take to the homes street, we had a sharp turn where our tailgate hitch did drag a a bit. We found it easier to come in from a different angle to the steep portion and then, no dragging! Also, I found it easiest with just one vehicle there, to pull into the driveway and do a multi point turn to turn around in the driveway. It was a unique, older, settled home that we enjoyed staying in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Gary W.

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

West Virginia experience

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was great. It could use a little polish but the view makes up for it. One of the mattresses was super firm which we didn’t like but the other 2 were fine. The house is at the top of the hill so you have some steep climbs to get to the house and in to the parking spots. The front porch overlooks the little town with wooded mountains all around. It’s a quiet little place amidst the town with a couple cute restaurants in the town below.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Christine Van Patten

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From Upstate NY but married to a West Virginian. The Top of the Town is our home away from home and we hope you enjoy it, and the area, as much as we do. And treat it as if it were your own! Both of my parents were in the hospitality business (bar owner and hotel manager) most of my life and I have spent time working in it, as well. This upbringing and these life experiences give me the knowledge and understanding of what makes a comfortable stay and a happy guest! I hope you agree!

Why they chose this property

The village I grew up in is full of old Victorians. I love these old houses! This one is quirky and will always be a work in progress but is a lovely space and has the most amazing view!

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English

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