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The Sanctuary @ Lost River State Park 2 Minutes from the Park and pet Friendly!

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Cozy living space with a fireplace, sofa, and unique chair, surrounded by a kitchen and high ceiling with exposed beams.
Cozy retreat with a sloped ceiling, staircase, and a comfortable bed.
Step out onto the porch and enjoy the serene surroundings.
Rustic cabin-style building with a charming porch and potted plants.
Relax in this spacious living area with a high ceiling, featuring a sofa set, coffee table, and staircase leading to an upper level.

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Map
Mathias, WV
  • Lost River State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Lost River
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Bryce Ski Resort
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the area

Mathias

With a stay at this cottage in Mathias, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lost River State Park and Lost River. .This cottage is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from George Washington National Forest and 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from Lost River Artisans Cooperative.

What's nearby

  • Lost River State Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Mathias Community Center - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Lost River - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Bryce Ski Resort - 39 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Showalter Orchard & Greenhouse - 57 min drive - 55.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Lost River Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪N & S Family Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪S & J Poultry - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Lost River Artisans Cooperative - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Home Place Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Sanctuary @ Lost River State Park 2 Minutes from the Park and pet Friendly!

The Sanctuary at Lost River State Park: Your Secluded Mountain Escape

Discover unparalleled tranquility and natural beauty at The Sanctuary, your private haven nestled directly beside the main entrance of Lost River State Park. We've crafted the perfect mountain getaway, blending modern comfort with the serene embrace of the West Virginia wilderness.

This inviting 2-bedroom, 2-bath cottage, complete with a cozy loft, offers a beautiful atmosphere with all the modern conveniences you need for a relaxing stay. But it's outside where The Sanctuary truly shines. Step into your completely private and secluded backyard oasis, a hidden gem perfect for unwinding. Gather around the crackling fire pit for evenings filled with stargazing, storytelling, and s'mores under the vast mountain sky. It's the ideal space for intimate outdoor dinners or simply soaking in the peace and quiet of the Lost River Valley.

While you'll feel wonderfully off-grid and immersed in nature, you're still conveniently located near charming local restaurants and markets. The Sanctuary at Lost River State Park isn't just a place to stay; it's your personal retreat, perfectly positioned for unforgettable adventures and profound relaxation
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
This smoke-free cottage features games and a playground.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Nadine Ferlazzo

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please put trash in cans next to house and place at the of driveway when you leave.
Make sure to extinguish any fires in the fire out area. Do not burn anything other than the wood provided. No trash or plastic.
Please stay out of basement. Unless you have equipment that you need to store there.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 9
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

The Sanctuary @ Lost River State Park 2 Minutes from the Park and pet Friendly! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Seth W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

We loved our stay. We were spoiled with some baked goods! Will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025