The Top of the Town - Large comfortable dog friendly home. Fish, Hike, Float! - Reviews, Photos & Rates

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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Parking available

Outdoor space

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Hinton, WV

The Ritz Theatre
6 min walk
New River
5 min walk
Hinton Station
10 min walk
Beckley, WV (BKW-Raleigh County Memorial)
33 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

10 Jan - 11 Jan

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 Top of the Town - Large comfortable dog friendly home. Fish, Hike, Float!

The best view in town! The property is at the top of a hill and has a great view of downtown Historic Hinton and the New River, from the front porch. It is spacious, airy and bright. A 103 year old Victorian that is as quirky as it is charming. Large kitchen and dining room for those of you who want to eat in. Large open living room with smart TV for relaxing and taking in a movie, or spreading out for your morning yoga sesh! Namaste! 🧘🏼

We offer three bedrooms, each with a comfortable queen bed and window a/c unit for a comfortable night’s sleep(in season). But we can also accommodate a 7th person if they don’t mind sleeping on our couch (pillow, linens provided. Not a pull out couch). Two full baths and washer and dryer available. We are happy to host your dog, for a fee, and have many supplies to meet their needs, as well as a fenced-in backyard for easy in and out. We are not accepting multiple dogs or any other animals at this time.

The property is the 2nd to last house on a dead end street. We are at the top of a steep hill with forest behind us. It is a nice private location, with a fantastic view from the front porch. The driveway can accommodate 2 cars, 3 if you’re “creative”. Backing out can be a challenge, backing in is easier for some.

We are located 11 miles from the New River Gorge National Park Welcome Center, in Sandstone. We are 7 miles from Sandstone Falls, minutes to Bluestone Lake and Bluestone State Park and about 20 minutes to Pipestem State Park. The Greenbrier, Bluestone and New Rivers all converge just minutes from the house for some first class fishing. One day fishing licenses can be purchased online at the WV DNR website or at WaterDawg Outdoors which is less than 2 miles from the house.
Other attractions:
We are 32 mins from Grandview
We are 63 mins from the Canyon Rim Visitor center and the NRG Bridge and Bridge walk.
66 mins to the Endless Wall Trail
75 mins to the Gauley River put-in
75 mins from Hawk’s Nest State Park

Golfers! There are 7 great courses all within an hour of the house; Pipestem at the state park, Black Knight in Beckley, Elks in Lewisburg, Woodhaven and Glade Springs in Daniels, Fountain Springs in Peterstown and the PGA course at the Greenbrier Hotel in White Sulphur Springs.
For winter visitors we are also just over 15 miles from Winterplace if skiing, snowboarding and tubing are more your speed! Lewisburg and the WV State fairgrounds are about a 40 minute drive. There are also things to do right in Hinton!

As per VRBO rules we are required to disclose the use of an outdoor security camera at the property. We have one device in the upper corner of our porch that surveils the driveway, steps and entrance to the home. For our peace of mind, and yours!

Thanks for checking out Top of the Town. Book with us and you won’t be disappointed.

During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from The Ritz Theatre. A water park is available. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.

Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
Free WiFi
Splash around at the water park
Within a 10-minute walk of The Ritz Theatre and New River

This vacation home offers its guests a water park. This vacation home also features barbecue grills and a garden.

Property manager

Christine Van Patten

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

Close to skiing

Internet

Free WiFi

Parking and transport

On-site parking

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Toaster
Electric kettle
Paper towels
Spices
Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

2 bathrooms
Bath or shower
Soap
Shampoo
Towels provided
Hairdryer
Toilet paper

Living spaces

Living room
Dining room

Entertainment

Smart TV
Books
Games

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Fenced garden
Barbecue
Garden

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer
Near a laundromat

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
1 total pets
Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property
Note from host: Outside only, use provided ashtray.

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

On the river
In the city centre
In the mountains
Near a hospital

Things to do

Water park
Water sports equipment
Rock climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Hiking nearby
Hunting nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Cycling nearby
Horse riding nearby
Power boating nearby

Safety features

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 24

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
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 1 pets
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: $75 pet. We absolutely do NOT allow cats

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Note from host: Children as young as 7 are ok.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

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

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Top of the Town Hinton

Top of the Town Private vacation home

Top of the Town Private vacation home Hinton

The Top of the Town - Large comfortable dog friendly home. Fish, Hike, Float! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Walter F.

19 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Get away

Sarah and I really enjoyed our stay. The shop owners were all very friendly.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elke M.

13 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Top of the Hill

A very welcoming house with a great view, nice porch; very clean, nothing to complain about - the opposite; unless you are stuck on a dishwasher, which they don't have.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Jerry H.

4 Sept 2024

Unhappy

House looked okay. Neighborhood was shabby, unkempt and not welcoming. Didn't stay. Lost our payment.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda W.

3 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Almost heaven in West Virginia

We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful house. When you enter you feel like you are home. It was spacious and very clean. I took my mother into her hometown for her 75th birthday to visit with friends and family. We had a wonderful time. Thank you.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francis S.

24 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet spot at the top of the town

If Hinton and the surrounding area is where you’re going to be, this place is ideal. It felt like home from our first day till our last. The bedrooms were so comfortable, the kitchen was perfectly set up and the front porch was so great to relax on after a full day. We’ll be going there again on our next trip to Hinton.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

12 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place!

Peaceful property in great condition. Thanks

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

8 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Best views!

This place is a hidden gem! Well stocked house, with fans and window AC units throughout. Great views from the front porch. Only downside was the noise in the bedroom AC unit. We will look for a way to come back!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances B.

26 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Oh, The View…

We loved it…The house is beautiful…Old…Plenty of character…We can’t wait to go back…Thank you…

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey A.

26 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for my family

This house was perfect for my family. If you love old houses and their quirkiness, this works great for a home base for which to tour the New River Gorge if you don't want big city vibes. We (my husband, our 2 20+ year old sons and our 13 year old mini doodle spent a week at Top of the Hill. The house sits at the top of a steep, short hill and with proper direction from the host, the driveway posed no problem for our minivan. The best part was the view from the porch. We loved drinking our coffee and watching the mist rise out of the surrounding valleys every morning. The town is a bit depressed but there are some real gems (Grandma's House antiques, Market on Courthouse Square, Hinton Railroad Museum and Otter & Oak). I can't say enough nice things about the people of Hinton and West Virginia. Would definitely go back.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

teresa h.

19 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

New River Gorge Get Away

We enjoyed our stay at Top of the Town in Hinton WV. It was the perfect location for sightseeing in the New River Gorge.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vontrell P.

10 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

I LOOOOOOVE THIS PLACE

This was one of the Best Places I've ever vacationed. EVERYTHING was clean nice and excellent and we had a Phenomenal time. We were there honeymooning and the owner actually left a Bottle of Champagne and a congratulations card on the table. What a Blessing

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah S.

10 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely old home

The porch overlooking the town was amazing! A wonderful place to end your day. House is cutely decorated, oldly charming & very well appointed. Beds are comfortable. Owner was very communicative & made it very easy to check in. Loved it.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy S.

14 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay!

It was perfect for a quick birthday visit to the area. Loved seeing all of the beautiful fall leaves. Thank you for accommodating us!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary U.

18 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

High school friends traveling together

Great location. Wonderful old house Clean

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale D.

15 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Top of the Town

Awsome house, great view. Check in was easy. Only had one car, so it was not a problem parking.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Reginald J.

14 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Stay!

This was an incredible trip and the property was great! True to the listing. The house has a ton of charm and the location is good. Owner was accommodating and respond to all questions we had. The next time I make this trip, this will be my go-to location!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

5 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Hilltop on steroids

Exactly what we were looking for from a size perspective. The dogs loved all the stray cats in the neighborhood. The area was a little rough and depressed, but we had a great time.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James H.

23 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

We all — including the dog — loved our stay!

Top of the Town in Hinton was a wonderful, dog-friendly place to stay! We were only there for a few days, but we felt very much at home, and could easily envision making it home base for a longer visit to the area. The 102-year-old house is full of character and was exactly as advertised, with a wonderful kitchen full of all you need to cook some great dinners. We had a chance to explore a bit of Hinton (there are great views of the town from the front bedroom upstairs), and it was an easy drive to the New River Gorge National Park and several other local state parks. Our dog loved going up and down the stairs and the neighborhood hills, and would have loved to chase the deer we spotted in the neighborhood. Checking in and out was easy, and our hosts left a binder with tips, house rules, and suggestions for shopping, dining, and more. Eat at Kirk’s! We did…twice. :)

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara H., Charlotte, NC

3 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, comfortable older home.

This house was so clean-and the beds and couches were all quite comfortable. One perk of the home was the fact that they had charging areas all over the home to plug into an outlet or a usb to charge our devices. That was quite nice. Also, the bathrooms were very well stocked with soft towels and washcloths. The road to the driveway was steep and coming from the street gps had us take to the homes street, we had a sharp turn where our tailgate hitch did drag a a bit. We found it easier to come in from a different angle to the steep portion and then, no dragging! Also, I found it easiest with just one vehicle there, to pull into the driveway and do a multi point turn to turn around in the driveway. It was a unique, older, settled home that we enjoyed staying in.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Gary W.

19 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

West Virginia experience

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was great. It could use a little polish but the view makes up for it. One of the mattresses was super firm which we didn’t like but the other 2 were fine. The house is at the top of the hill so you have some steep climbs to get to the house and in to the parking spots. The front porch overlooks the little town with wooded mountains all around. It’s a quiet little place amidst the town with a couple cute restaurants in the town below.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

agatha p.

1 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for hiking 🥾

Wonderful location and very close to parks. The house has own charm and has everything you need. Christine is excellent with communication and very attentive.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

29 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Porch/Best Weekend

I really loved this property and the porch was one of my favorite features. The view from the house is so beautiful and it wasn’t even time for the leaves to change yet. The mountains are just lovely. There was also a lot of little things in the house that made it more comfortable like coffee and filters. The home is older and has a really nice old style feel. It was clean and we had no issues. The house is on a big hill which I imagine would only be an issue in the winter. Our dog so enjoyed the area and the beautiful Sandstone Falls and Grandview State Park views. Really underrated area!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Duane C.

25 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacay

The house is lovely, the view is fabulous, the beds were a little firm but it was a great time

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chasity T.

9 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home

Clean, updated house that is completely stocked with anything you may need. Has one of the best views of the town of Hinton. The host was very friendly and easy to communicate with. Would definitely come back in the spring!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhoda C.

3 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Top of the Town

Beautiful historic home had everything needed for a pleasant stay, and is in close proximity to stores and attractions. The host was helpful with any questions. This area is West Virginia is breathtaking!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022