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Pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
French Creek, WV
  • West Virginia State Wildlife Center
    24 min drive
  • West Virginia Wesleyan College
    42 min drive
  • Snowshoe Mountain
    99 min drive
  • Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County)
    67 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Escape on the river

The Get-Away is nestled in a quiet cabin community right on the river with easy access to the two lane road. Enjoy pristine river views from the back deck, private river access and campfire right on the river bank.
The cabin is two bedroom one bath and sleeps 5 in two full beds and one twin. Perfect for couples or small family.
Kitchen is stocked with all the appliances and utensils you would have in the comfort of your home. Towels and linens provided.

We are pet friendly (dogs only, fee required).

The area:
-James W. Curry Library and Park, 2 mile drive
-Historic Helvetia, home of the Hutte Restaurant, 5 mile drive
-Pickens, host of the Maple Syrup Festival, 10 mile drive
-West Virginia Wildlife Center, 12 mile drive
-The town of Buckhannon where you will find grocery, pharmacy, restaurants, cinema, bowling, etc., 23 mile drive
-State parks around the area include Kumbrabow, Holly River, Audra and Stonewall Resort
-Snowshoe Mountain Ski Resort, (ski and snow tube) 47 mile drive
-Canaan Valley Ski Resort, (ski and snow tube) 74 mile drive

*4-wheel drive or AWD vehicle necessary in the wintertime due to snow*
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine and fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • 11.5 miles (18.5 km) from West Virginia State Wildlife Center and 13 miles (20.9 km) from Holly River State Park
Escape on the river offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This French Creek cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Cheryl Lewis

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No Smoking inside cabin.

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Up to 2 well trained dogs allowed, fee is required

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Getaway on the River Cabin
Getaway on the River French Creek
Getaway on the River Cabin French Creek

Escape on the river Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 169 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 169 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 169 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 169 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 169 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good time
The cabin and location did not disappoint!!!! We toured the asylum, helvetia was awesome. Game farm was close. Bucks diner was so good!! Had a great time. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Christal L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing At Its Best
Quiet, peaceful, nice cabin and managers p
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kiriaki r.

It's beautiful
This is one place in earth where you can truly reconnect with nature. Our boys played in the river until we made them get out. We have been here several times and will be there several more as it's our favorite vacation destination!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theophile L.

Liked: Cleanliness
An absolute Gem!!!
Every one in the area is really nice. The Cabin i friendly. The OGAS
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

michele t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway
The title of the cabin "The Getaway Cabin" is exactly what it is It was a very nice place to stay to get away from work and every day life Just what we needed A very clean and comfortable place to stay Thank you for providing a great place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shellie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Much needed get away
Cabin was very cozy and perfect for the get away my husband and I needed. No phone service but WiFi allowed texts. It was perfect !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Avigael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful get away spot!
The house was lovely, very secluded but had everything needed. Loved the hiking spots nearby and the deck overlooking the creek. Would absolutely recommend and will hopefully be back. Thank you Cheryl!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Country Living
I was amazed by the beauty of the area and the cabin! The inside of the cabin was very clean and welcoming! The over all area is secluded enough away that you definitely need transportation to and from anywhere. Overall it was a great stay with my kids. We brought the ATVs for them to ride and they enjoyed the entire weekend without cellphones!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dave P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Little Cottage
Had a great vacation visiting with old friends. The place is nice but could use a new back door. The gap at the top let in several bugs. There are other places nearby, but they’re far enough away for a degree of privacy. No reason we wouldn't return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway!
This was such a great stay! It was just me and my teenage daughter, who is used to busy city life. So to be basically in the middle of nowhere amd be surrounded by just nature was amazing. The house was so cozy and made us feel so welcome and inviting. Thank you Cheryl for letting us stay. I will be telling everyone about your place!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kevin A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Run down
We didn't stay. Directions sent us up a mountain for an hour and a half. The property wasn't even up there. I Did finally find the property. Property was in such disarray. Pictures did not match the property. The pictures show a some what nice house. Maybe at one time when the pictures were first taken. I have to show my misses where we are going first before I book a trip. When we pulled up to the house she looked at me and said I'm not staying here. This isn't what I saw in the pictures. This place is nasty. As much as I wanted to stay myself because I needed a couple days off the grid. I had to agree with her. We didn't even go in. We figured if the outside is this bad why bother. Now I drove over 6 hours to get there. It has to be pretty bad for me to turn around and leave. Then drive almost 3 hours more to find a hotel let alone one that will except dogs. I am requesting a full refund.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

KHYATI, PITTSBURGH

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, beautiful, secluded. Riverview
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mr
Place was exactly as described. Very clean and peaceful. Enjoyed our stay very much .
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

wayne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Trip
The cabin was much better condition than I expected. I really enjoyed my trip. Everything was so excellent. Thank you to ms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
Our stay was absolutely wonderful! The cabin was exactly as advertised, spotlessly clean with everything you could possibly need. Having coffee on the deck each morning with the incredible view and sound of the creek was heaven. We were so happy that we were able to bring our dogs. They enjoyed their time as much as we did. Cheryl is an excellent host, attentive and very understanding. We are planning an Autumn visit to enjoy the leaves. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Tom K.

Liked: Cleanliness
nice
was ok
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great location on a creek. Was close to our families home so spent most of the days at their home but nights were very peacful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get-away cabin
We really loved the cabin on the creek. It's really quiet and peaceful. And there are things to do not too far away. The water heater wasn't working well so they came out and put in a new one. Awesome owner!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous retreat
I just wanted to get away from everything with my kids near a River we could play in. I wanted to be able to cook and relax. We felt so at home here. There was nobody in the other cabins on the street. It was clean, and the fire pit was great! My boys could go up and down the hill easily. For me it was more challenging, but they knew to e careful and I felt safe letting them enjoy the River while I rested at the fire pit or cooked inside. Thank you so much. The washer dryer worked great and everything was thought of. The beds were comfortable. I would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianna A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property!
This cozy little house is in a great location - far enough away that it feels private but close enough that you can still get things you need! The property was beautiful and the sound of the river was comforting. The porches were perfect for just sitting and enjoying nature.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric C., Niceville, FL, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
A true getaway!
This cabin is exactly as advertised. A secluded, remote, quiet, and peaceful cabin in the mountains. Cheryl is amazing, very quick to respond to inquiries, but hands off when you need your peace. My son, our husky Falkor, and I all enjoyed the vacation and brought in 2024 in a beautiful snowy bliss! We will be back in the summer to play in the river! Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Get-away
Very enjoyable stay! I had wanted to fish, but it was just too cold and rainy (My fault....it is November!!) lol The cabin was clean and stocked with many necessities, even found salt and pepper which I had forgot!! Cheryl even provided a list of items included and by fault things not included. This list was very helpful! I would very much like to book again for spring or early summer. Is there fish in the stream that is beside the cabin?? Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023