Consider a stay at Stay WATERFRONT. Stay CHEAT RIVER LODGE and take advantage of golfing on-site, a garden and a hot tub. Adventurous travellers may like the kayaking at this cabin. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi (surcharge).
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire cabin
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4800 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Stay WATERFRONT. Stay CHEAT RIVER LODGE
BOOK NOW to lock in your vacation prices ! 'WaterFRONT' properties will soon experience significant increase in flood insurance rates that will unfortunately have to be passed on to patrons.
When you stay at Cheat River Lodge's SWINGING VINE CABIN, rest assured you will satisfy your affinity for water as the river is just steps from your doorway. The SWINGING VINE CABIN is an authentic log structure with cabin charm inside and out. This premier property is situated on on 5 acres with a great beach for kids. It shares 5.5 riverside acres with our BIG POPLAR cabin (VRBO listing #510827) that are private and heavily wooded. Adjacent to the Monongahela National Forest. Hot tub. Pet friendly. Nearby dining & shopping
Nothing better exists for those needing access for fishing, kayaking, and tubing. as its at your front door. It's a quick 10 minute drive to the Greenbrier-Durbin scenic train depot in Elkins. Hike & X-County ski the Monongahela National Forest. 23 miles to downhill skiing.
SWINGING VINE's cathedral ceiling, log walls, glass fronted wood stove w/stone hearth combined with the personalized linens and tasteful décor will provide a warm welcome. A gentle access to the river, a large lawn, a step in shower stall, and a main floor just a few steps up from ground level make the Swinging Vine undoubtedly the best choice for pets, children, or elderly persons.
Two bedrooms on the main, each with a queen bed.. The kitchen is fully equipped with all of the essentials, to include dinnerware that matches the décor. Remodeled to provide all of the modern appointments you would expect to find in a charming mountain getaway, it includes electric baseboard heat, air conditioning, cable TV. Additional fans, a charcoal barbecue grill, and picnic table are provided.
As a CHEAT RIVER LODGE property guest, you will benefit by our 40 years in the hospitality industry. We are NOT a remote property management company. We have an 'on premise' office location that is staffed 24/7 to meet your needs.. All of our properties are RIVERFRONT, and are listed with VRBO. If you need additional accommodations nearby you may also like our RHODODENDRON cabin (#98664), and BIG POPLAR (#510827). Coming soon on VRBO is our LODGE (#1507732), TREEHOUSE (#987137), and STONE HOUSE (#987138)
Gorgeous views await at our SWINGING VINE cabin. Let your vacation begin here, where you will be greeted by a warm hot tub and fresh linens on the beds. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WINTER TRAVEL: prepare your vehicle for encountering snow covered roads. 4 wheel drive is best ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- INTERNET: to assure that service will be available, it must be requested at the time you make a reservation because the service must be pre-arranged. There is a usage fee. We cannot guarantee speeds or data that will support gaming, or downloading movies.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Optional ski privileges
Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the cabin: WiFi (surcharge)
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Shower
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
One pet total
Suitability/Accessibility
No lift
Designated smoking areas
Note from host: OUTSIDE only.
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a hospital
On the waterfront
Things to do
Golf
Kayak
Optional ski privileges
Snow sports gear
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Spelunking nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Must be crated if left alone.. Stay fee is PER DOG
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: nice property for children. $15/night fee for each
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
OUTSIDE only.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located in Elkins, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Stuart Recreation Area and Alpena Gap Recreation Site, while Gandy Dancer Theatre and Conference Center and West Virginia Railroad Museum are cultural highlights. Augusta Heritage Center and Myles Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Elkins travel guide
Is Stay WATERFRONT. Stay CHEAT RIVER LODGE pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Stay WATERFRONT. Stay CHEAT RIVER LODGE?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Stay WATERFRONT. Stay CHEAT RIVER LODGE?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Stay WATERFRONT. Stay CHEAT RIVER LODGE?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Stay WATERFRONT. Stay CHEAT RIVER LODGE located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Stuart Recreation Area and within 9 miles (15 km) of Alpena Gap Recreation Site and Gandy Dancer Theatre and Conference Center. Elkins City Park and West Virginia Railroad Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Stay WATERFRONT. Stay CHEAT RIVER LODGE Reviews
Reviews
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Nice quiet cabin. River is closer than the pictures make it seem. Nice big porch. Dog friendly with a nice dog bed. Appliances are clean and look newer. Linens were nice. I would recommend bringing your own towels and a couple throw blankets. Towels were the only thing not provided and the leather couch could be a little chilly. Town was nice and has everything needed. Overall a great experience.
Property was very clean. A couple of comments, not problems. 1) It would help to have the wifi logon and password posted or given to the renter. 2) A channel listing for the TV would help. Also, shielded cables for the cable, tv, and router would help. There was interference with the tv signal when we talked on our cell phones, the bathroom heater kicked on,and when we made coffee.
My family loves to go on cabin adventures two or three times a year, but last year and so far this year it has been tough due to my wife’s health issues. She recovered enough for me to surprise her with a trip to Cheat River Lodge. Everything about our experience was fantastic! There was a little misunderstanding about towels (you must bring your own; not a problem but not advertised as such in the ad for the property on Vrbo, BUT the owner’s website does make it clear that renters need to bring their own towels) as well as how to check-in (the email with that information went into my “junk” folder). But the owners of the property are GREAT!!! Wonderful communication, very friendly and professional, and most of all, patient. The property is exactly as described, but the pictures do not do it justice. It is beautiful. Very, very relaxing and comfortable. All 3 of us had such a wonderful time relaxing in the cabin…we did not want to leave! The hot tub was clean and the perfect temperature (my wife and daughter love hot tubs and they both agree that this was the best at a cabin that they have ever experienced). The cabin was very clean and was exactly what we all needed! My wife was so thankful for the time we spent here, and I cannot thank the owners (Roxey) enough for being patient with me. If things go well with my wife’s treatment, we hope to come back this fall or maybe even this winter again! Elkins is not far away! I want to say more, but cant!
We loved this pet friendly cabin! Proximity to the water for fishing was absolutely perfect (steps off the back porch) and the view from the cabin is beautiful! Very peaceful location. Hot tub was a great additional feature, with the same great view of the water. Ample firewood provided for the wood burning stove for our weekend stay. Absolute only downside of this location would be that you are not able to have an outdoor fire.
The place was very nice and quiet. Private access to the river and not far from the Otter creek wilderness.
Yael N.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sherry R.
6 Feb 2018
Great winter weekend getaway!
We loved this cabin! Stayed for a weekend but would have loved it to have been a week here. The kitchen was equipped well and the hot tub on the deck overlooking the river was fabulous. We plan to come back this summer!
It was the much needed relaxing and quiet vacation we needed. Property manager, Roxy, and her team were extremely professional and shared lots of great information about the area. Our dog ****LOVED**** it. If you are looking for takeout, we highly recommend the white pizza and eggplant rollatini from Mama Mia’s in downtown Elkins. They are authentic!
Cold . Rain. Muddy. Cabin warm. Clean. No towels for showers. One kitchen towel. Well water had a bad odor. I guess that’s to be expected . Overall a good place to stay if I go back to the area.
Eileen m.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Donis S.
14 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Anniversary Trip
The property was great! The only thing that we didn't like was the strong iron smell and taste in the water and that the Wi-Fi password didn't work. I could not get a hold of anyone in the office when I tried to call about the password.