AUTUMN WINGS - A NATURAL RETREAT
Updated in 2023, this mountainside chalet has renovated bathrooms, new linens, furniture, decor, and more! Escape to the woods for a restorative retreat in the breathtaking Appalachian Mountains. This well-appointed home provides a relaxing getaway for up to seven people to unwind and explore nature. The Coolfont community's private hiking trails are just steps from the house while a state park with scenic vistas is a quick drive. The unique two-story built into the mountainside features floor-to-ceiling windows, a back deck with a grill, and a screened-in porch all surrounded by towering trees where you can soak up the infinite green during warmer months and brilliant foliage in autumn. Keep your eyes out for deer families and birds, plus the occasional bear! This tranquil, unspoiled region in West Virginia offers year-round hiking and rock climbing, as well as kayaking and canoeing in the summer. In the winter, ski just 25 miles away and then get cozy by the fire. Explore the area's natural beauty at nearby Cacapon State Park, Berkeley Springs State Park, Prospect Peak, and Morgan County Observatory. Take advantage of the famous hot springs and treat yourself to a massage. It's a short drive to the best of West Virginia including Harper's Ferry for whitewater rafting and the Appalachian Trail Observatory. The entrance to the home, which is built into the mountainside, is on its upper level. The top floor features a full bathroom (tub/shower) and one bedroom with king bed, desk, and a private balcony. The second upstairs bedroom also has a private balcony, new Queen -XL Twin bunkbed as well as a highchair and travel crib with infant/toddler mattress stored for our youngest guests. The lower level has a newly renovated full bathroom (tub/shower) next to the third bedroom, which has a queen bed, desk, and doors to the adjacent side deck. The open concept great room - stocked with games, puzzles, kids corner, TV (need to provide personal login for apps) and movie collection - looks out on a spacious deck surrounded by towering trees. Enjoy Berkeley Springs many local take-out options or home-cooked meals in the dining area or on the screened-in porch. The kitchen is stocked with cookware, fresh spices, and locally made pottery. Your stay in the Coolfont community includes use of its private pool and hot tub (Memorial - Labor Day) and year-round playground and tennis courts. Just up the road are a local brewery and winery. Also minutes from the house, enjoy delicious cuisine and craft cocktails at the Coolfont Resort's newly renovated Treetop Restaurant overlooking the water. No smoking nor pets are allowed on the premises. The Coolfont community prohibits campfires on all properties. Note that depending on your personal service provider, cell phone reception varies.
Full amenities: 1) Three Bedrooms - Bedroom w/ King Bed (Entrance Level), 2nd Bedroom w/ Queen bed and XL Twin bunkbed(Entrance Level), 3rd Bedroom w/ Queen Bed (Lower Level) - to sleep all of your stresses away in. 2) Two Full Bathrooms - one on each floor with shower-bathtub and hairdryer - to wash and get ready for the next adventure. 3) Send photos and videos to the ones you love using the wireless internet service. 4) Have a movie night and watch some of your favorite shows on the TV with Apps (need to provide personal login for apps). Dive into the large collection movies and use the DVD player. 5) Stay cool in the summer with the central air conditioning and warm in the winter with the central heating. 6) Cuddle up in the living room next to the gas burning fireplace as you watch the snow fall outside. 7) Prepare a scrumptious meal with the full service kitchen, equipped with a three person breakfast bar, dishwasher, garbage disposal, coffee pot, and appliances. 8) Take advantage of the full size washer and dryer in the upstairs laundry room. 9) Unplug with classic board games, puzzles, various reading materials; a kids area including a play kitchen and books for all ages; a highchair and a Pack-n-Play + mattress with optional insert for infants. 10) Enjoy meals al fresco on the screened-in porch with ceiling fan. 11) Grill a tasty meal on the spacious deck with the propane grill. 12) Access to Seasonal Coolfont Mountainside Outdoor Pool and Hot Tub (Memorial Day - Labor Day) No Campfires permitted at this location. Coolfont Resort: Now open! Just a short drive away, the newly renovated resort offers an Olympic sized heated saltwater pool for $8 for adults, $6 for anyone under eighteen. The new Treetop Restaurant has also been renovated. Open Monday: 4 pm - 8 pm, Thursday: 4 pm - 9 pm, Friday: 3 pm - 9 pm, Saturday: 11 am - 9 pm, Sunday: 11 am - 8 pm, Closed Tuesday and Wednesday. For more information visit coolfont.com.
