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Secluded mountain home; explorable acreage; free of noise and light pollution

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Interior
Game room

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Franklin, WV
  • George Washington National Forest
    29 min drive
  • Cass Scenic Railroad
    66 min drive
  • Snowshoe Mountain
    100 min drive

Room options

Room
Monterey Inn
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
4.9 out of 5, Exceptional, (23)
The price is $239
per night
$264 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Monterey Inn

About the neighborhood

Franklin

With a stay at this farm stay in Franklin, you'll be in the mountains, and 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from George Washington National Forest and 17.3 mi (27.8 km) from Pendleton Computers. .This family-friendly farm stay is 17.9 mi (28.8 km) from Allegheny Mountains and 18.7 mi (30.1 km) from Maple Museum.
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What's nearby

  • George Washington National Forest - 29 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Allegheny Mountains - 38 min drive - 18.0 miles
  • Cass Scenic Railroad - 66 min drive - 41.4 miles
  • Monongahela National Forest - 75 min drive - 43.6 miles
  • Snowshoe Mountain - 100 min drive - 53.9 miles

Getting around

  • Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Grass Mercantile - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Secluded mountain home; explorable acreage; free of noise and light pollution

The farmhouse sits almost one mile off of US Route 220 with the nearest neighbor being a half mile away with 150 mostly forested acres to explore with old roads, trails, and a mountain stream . Three covered porches include a spa, grill, and porch swing. An elderly neighbor does walk the property for exercise as has been his routine for 25 years but is very respectful of guests and maintains guests’ privacy.
A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a bathtub and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a desk and a microwave.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a spa tub or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this farm stay include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Nicole Hevener

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Spa tub
  • Video library

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Note from host: Smoking on any of the three porches is allowed.
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pet deposit is refundable.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thom W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent as ever
As listed. Serene and private.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Out in the boondocks
Very clean . Had all the amenities we would ever need. It was nice and warm on those cold nights. Very peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah G., Pittsburgh, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Always Fantastic
The hosts are amazing and the property always is fantastic. Always clean, quiet, beautiful. We enjoy staying every time and we recommend highly to anyone looking to have a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family weekend getaway.
This is our second year staying here. The house is warm and welcoming. The view is outstanding! We absolutely love it and will be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Relaxing & Calming Visit
We had another fantastic visit in the mountains of West Virginia and Monterey VA. We had everything we could have ever imagined needing for a special family get together. We were so comfortable with plenty of room and comfortable beds. We enjoyed the hot tub on a rainy afternoon - sat back and watched the deer with their fawns and hawks too - so relaxing and calming. Hope to return soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann D.

Liked: Cleanliness
End of road is where fun begins.
Clean, well equipped, one mile off highway up a skinny mountain road, but accessible by normal car. Shop before you get there as Franklin is 15 miles away. Walking trails all around, but they are somewhat difficult. Glad we stayed there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday weeked get away
Excellent place to stay. Hosts are absolutely amazing. The house is well stocked and the property is beautifully maintained
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mother's day girls weekend
Annual weekend away with the girls for our mothers day weekend!! The house and property are amazing!! The host thought of everything to make our stay wonderful!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!!
This is the best and our favorite place to stay. We will continue to come back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Mountain Retreat
What a treat! Our family had a wonderful stay at Balm of Gilead. A magnificent setting with a stream running right out front and mountain view. We were so comfortable with plenty of room and everything you could imagine you might need. Wonderful area to hike or just sit on the porch and the hot rub was nice too. We hope to return before too long and again next year for the Maple Festival!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHAD D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maple festival
Great cozy place to stay. We come back every year for the maple festival
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thom W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible
Beautiful property. The house was a gem. Perfect all the way around.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
The beauty and serenity of the home location could not be any better. The owner has made it very home-like with comfortable furnishings, lovely fall decorations and immaculate cleanliness. It truly is a place where one can find peace and solitude.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina R., Richmond, Virginia, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Colors Spectacle
Beautiful property, well-stocked house, and functional amenities are all a part of this listing. My friends and I enjoyed a quiet weekend trip to see all the fall colors and really enjoyed the walking trails and the nearby quaint towns. It ended up raining quite a bit with the cold front that came through, so instead of the fire pit we used the hot tub quite a bit since it's under cover. It was a lovely time on the whole!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
This home was fantastic. The views are awesome, it’s quiet and private, but close enough to sightsee around the area. We enjoyed the porches, the hot tub, the fire pit. Family was 18-79 and all found something to enjoy. Nicole is responsive with any questions. Definitely hope to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
This place has become our new favorite rental. If you want to stay deep in the West Virginia forest, without the sound of distant traffic or light pollution, this is the place. The beds were comfortable, the property is surrounded by mountains with trails you can hike/run. Deer approach the front porch to graze in the mornings. We didn't want to leave and actually canceled a few plans to just relax at the farm. Also, so much history in the area. This farm is located 1.8 miles south of Stonewall Jackson's 1862 HQ, where he chased the retreating Union Army to Franklin, after his win at the Battle of McDowell during his Shenandoah Valley Campaign. The Confederate caves still exist approx. 5 miles north on rt22 and can be explored (with permission from the National Spelunking Society that now owns it). If you're interested in seeing the property, caves and the history of Jackson's route through this area, check out my video on my YouTube page "Running Into History". The only thing to be cautious of is the incline after crossing the bridge coming into the property. We took our car instead of my truck and attempted to drive slowly past one of two house near the entrance. We got stuck in the gravel. I had to reverse back onto the bridge and gun it to get up the hill. So if you do not have 4 or all-wheel drive, make sure you get speed on the bridge to get over the short hill. Other than that, our 2-wheel-drive car had no problems on the road in. The nearest house is a half mile away.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mommy313 B., Waynesboro

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
This place is awesome very Relaxing. It is very peaceful here and great place to unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great memories!
The house was so welcoming. The hostess thought of everything! The view was amazing. We gad fun hiking, watching the hummingbirds and wathching the stars at night. Would love to make it a tradition.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke L.

Liked: Cleanliness
So much better than expected!
Staying at the Balm of Gilead home was exactly what we needed! Quiet, charming, inviting, comfortable, and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kari R., Winston-Salem, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL
Wonderful old farm house in a wonderful setting. Peaceful. The pictures do not do this home justice. Clean!! Super clean! The owners thought of everything. If you are wanting a quiet timevto rejuvenate, this is the place. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lora B., Fredericktown, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property!
This West Virginia farmhouse did not disappoint. The peace and tranquility of the area was just what we were looking for. The owners are very friendly and suggested several scenic areas to visit. As a school teacher, this was an excellent way to relax and recharge for the upcoming school year. We had deer to watch each evening and enjoyed soaking in the views and in the hot tub! We cooked each evening and the kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great mountain vacation!
Very comfortable stay, but still feels like camping in the mountains! Loved every minute!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Getaway!
My boyfriend and I just spent the weekend here and let me tell you - it was everything and some! Nicole was very easy to communicate with. The house was just amazing. I couldn’t of asked for a better place. The pictures do no justice. This place has EVERYTHING you need. Once we arrived we didn’t leave the house until it was time to go. House was super clean, hot tub was very clean and so relaxing. Beds were comfy. Everything was just perfect. We can’t wait to go back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
This rental was awesome! Couldn't have found a better place. We were there to do Via Ferrata at Nrocks in Circleville, WV and this rental was 30 away which was perfect. The owners were extremely responsive and nice! I'm coming down again next summer and hope to rent this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding place
This place is a GET AWAY for sure. Super remote and gorgeous property. Bedrooms and kitchen well put together/ stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023