Lifestyle and Location Information
Local Cities
17 Pineview is centrally located to make exploring central West Virginia's quaint communities an easy afternoon jaunt.
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Downtown Elkins, WV Elkins, WV
Home of the Mountain State Forest Festival, Davis and Elkins College, the Augusta Festival and more...[map] [link]
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Davis, WV Davis, WV
Home of the Canaan Valley Resort golf course and world renowned ski slopes.[map] [link]
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Helvetia, WV Helvetia, WV
is a small Swiss village in a high mountain valley. The original Swiss and German settlers arrived in 1869 and their descendants remain. Due to the isolation of the area, the traditions of dance, music, food, and holidays have survived through the generations.[map] [link]
Golf
17 Pineview is an excellent central starting point to all of West Virginia's elite golfing venues:
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Stonewall Jackson State Park 888.278.8150 940 Resort Drive, Roanoke, WV
Ranked 23 among the nation’s top 100 resort courses by Golfweek Magazine, Stonewall Resort’s Palmer Signature Course strikes the perfect balance between difficulty and playability, science and nature. In the midst of rolling mountains, alongside beautiful Stonewall Jackson Lake, come enjoy our 18-hole golf course, designed exclusively by Arnold Palmer. [map] [link]
- Canaan Valley State Park 304.866.4121 (Canaan Valley State Park) WV-32, Uninc Tucker County, Davis, WV
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Snowshoe Mountain 877.441.4FUN 10 Snowshoe Drive, Snowshoe, WV
The perfect year round destination for vacationing in West Virginia; golfing, fishing and especially skiing and snowboarding.[map] [link]
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Tygart Lake Golf Course 304.265.3100 Rt. 1 Box 449-B, Grafton, WV
is a public 18-hole, Par 72 championship golf course designed by Ed Auldt dedicated to providing you with an enjoyable golfing experience. Tygart Lake Golf Course is nestled in the beautiful hills of North Central West Virginia in close proximity to the Tygart Lake Recreational areas.[map] [link]
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Bel Meadow 304-623-3701 Bel Meadow Drive, Mt. Clare, WV
Robert Trent Jones Designed 18 hole Championship Golf Course located on Route 20 South of Clarksburg, WV.[map] [link]
Festivals & Fairs
17 Pineview is a perfect starting ground for exploring the myriad festivals that occur in central West Virginia. Here are a few of our favorites.
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Mountain State Forest Festival 304.636.1824 Elkins, WV
The Forest Festival originated in 1930 and immediately attracted national figures. Dedicated to the preservation and conservation of the state's natural resources it annually attracts from 100,000 to 125,000 visitors depending upon the weather.[map] [link]
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Augusta Festival 304.637.1209 Elkins, WV
is the final weekend that caps off the summer session. It's a wonderful celebration of traditional dance, crafts, and music and is attended by thousands[map] [link]
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The Ramp Festival 304.636.2780 Elkins, WV
is a celebration of that unique, pungent wild relative of onions and garlic found in the spring time almost exclusively in the valleys and "hollers" of Appalachia. From ramp sushi to ramp chili, expect a diverse collection of cuisines all featuring that special root vegetable.[map] [link]
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The Randolph County Fair Beverly, WV
mission is "To Promote, Educate and Showcase Randolph County...Highlighting its Unique Rural Heritage, Youth, Community and Agricultural Lifestyles through a Countywide Fair Celebration."[map] [link]
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Fasnacht Helvetia, WV
is the Swiss form of Mardi-Gras. Celebrated the last Saturday before Lent in Helvetia.[map] [link]
Parks
17 Pineview is located within 2 hours of at least six West Virginia State Parks, a National Forest and two National Recreation Areas:
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Holly River State Park 304.493.6353 Hacker Valley, WV
The dense forests of Holly River State Park provide guests with a natural feeling of peaceful solitude. Located near the center of the state in Webster County, it is far from the hustle and bustle of city life making it a perfect vacation getaway.[map] [link]
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Stonewall Jackson State Park 888.278.8150 149 State Park Trl, Roanoke, WV
is among West Virginia's premier hotels and conference centers, blending luxury accommodations, lakeside cottages, spa services and golf with water sports and outdoor recreation.[map] [link]
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Audra State Park 304.457.1162 Rt. 4 Box 564, Buchannon, WV
Before the turn of the last century, West Virginians were drawn to the natural beauty of the Middle Fork River and its surroundings. This area is now Audra State Park, a heavily wooded riverside campground that continues to awe visitors.[map] [link]
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Tygart Lake State Park 304.265.6144 Rt. 1 Box 260, Grafton, WV
is a cozy, quiet getaway for couples and families. It sits among West Virginia's rolling hills and alongside 10-mile long, 1,750-acre Tygart Lake. It's also perfect for small group conferences and retreats and is a favorite spot for family reunions.[map] [link]
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Blackwater Falls State Park 304.259.5216 P.O. Drawer 490, Davis, WV
is named for the falls of the Blackwater River whose amber-colored waters plunge five stories then twist and tumble through an eight-mile long gorge. The "black" water is a result of tannic acid from fallen hemlock and red spruce needles. The falls are one of the most photographed sites in West Virginia.[map] [link]
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Canaan Valley State Park 304.866.4121 HC70, Box 330, Davis, WV
was voted by the Washingtonian Magazine as one of the "50 Great Places to Stay" offers guest a full range of features at this renowned alternative to standard West Virginia hotels. With golf and skiing packages, it is a great year 'round escape.[map] [link]
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Monongahela National Forest WV
Mo-non-ga-he-la - it's fun just to say. It's more fun to go there. This national forest is located within a day's drive of much of the east coast, but remains secluded and quiet, with ample opportunities for the visitor to escape crowds.[map] [link]
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Seneca Rocks National Recreation Area 800.CALL.WVA WV
Encompassing 100,000 acres of scenic beauty, the Seneca Rocks National Recreation Area contains the highest peak in West Virginia, some of the best rock climbing on the east coast and outstanding views of the great West Virginia mountain landscapes.[map] [link]
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WV State Parks Website 800.CALL.WVA WV
A wonderful resource for learning about all of the great State Parks near Elkins, WV [link]
Dining
17 Pineview is located within comfortable driving distance of most of West Virginia's best dining establishments.
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Duke's Steak House 304.636.8786 777 Beverly Pike, Elkins, WV
"Where steak is king and you're treated royally."[map] [link]
- Beander's Due North 304.636.6000 314 Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV
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C.J. Maggie's 304.472.8369 309 Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV
C.J. Maggie's is calm and deliberate during the creating of each restaurant; taking time to restore historic architecture and design comfortable interiors with overtones of Americana and Craftsmanship.[map] [link]
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Cheat River Inn 304.636.6265 Route 1 Box 115, Elkins, WV
The Cheat River Inn was originally established as a tavern in the 1940s. The Inn now boasts elegant riverside dining, including an outdoor deck and bar, while still retaining a casual Tavern atmosphere. The menu features prime beef, fresh seafood, and rainbow trout in original recipes made from scratch at the Inn.[map] [link]
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The Lodge at Kelly Mountain 304.635.0300 Route 1 Box 118, Elkins, WV
The Lodge at Kelly Mountain offers guests a unique opportunity to experience West Virginia's Mountain Highlands with renowned dining and luxurious lodging in the warm glow of a breathtaking mountain vista.[map] [link]
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Purple Fiddle 304.463.4040 21 East Avenue, Thomas, WV
The Purple Fiddle Coffeehouse and Mountain Market is a family-friendly and non-smoking music venue, restaurant and gift shop, located in the old DePollo General Store in historic Thomas, WV, in the beautiful Allegheny mountains. Every week, and always on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights, the Purple Fiddle presents Mountain Music Weekends, when professional mostly-acoustic bands play original and traditional music.[map] [link]
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Canaan Valley Resort 304.866.4121 HC70, Box 330, Davis, WV
The resort offers full food and beverage service, including a host of buffet and plated breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack choices. The Hickory Dining Room is located in the Main Lodge and open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. [map] [link]
- Snowshoe Mountain Resort 877.441.4FUN 10 Snowshoe Drive, Snowshoe, WV
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Elkins Motor Lodge and 1863 Tavern 877.636.1863 830 Harrison Ave, Elkins, WV
The 1863 Tavern serves dinner daily. The restaurant and lounge are renown for their gracious dining in a charming atmosphere. [map] [link]
- Helvetia Hutte Restaurant 304-924-6435 1 Main Street, Helvetia, WV
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Mingo Room at Graceland Inn 800.624.3157 100 Campus Dr, Elkins, WV
Graceland Restaurant provides guests with an intimate dining experience in Graceland's original red-oak dining room. The dining room extends into a glass conservatory that overlooks the town. During the summer months, guests are served on the veranda adjacent to the conservatory. The menu features Regional, American, and Continental cuisine planned by the executive chef.[map] [link]
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Blackwater Brewing Company 304.259.4221 Thomas & Williams Avenues, Davis, WV
At the Blackwater Brewing Company you will enjoy great food, great hand crafted beers, a great facility and great service. The food is a mixture of three cuisines: American, Italian and German.[map] [link]
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Mountain State Brewing Company 304.463.4500 1 Nelson Boulevard, Thomas, WV
Nestled in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains, Mountain State Brewing Company is the state's newest microbrewery. The beers are brewed on the premises from malted barley, wheat, and fresh hops using original recipes in seven-barrel batches. A traditionally designed and hand-built pub adjoins the brewery and serves drafts by the pint over a stone and copper bar.[map] [link]
