The Storybook Cottage is a fairytale-inspired tiny crooked house. The Cottage is located directly behind our house - which is in the process of being converted into a castle. Our property houses apple trees, plum trees, cherry trees, grapevines, peach trees, blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, and pear trees- in addition to mass quantities of vegetables.
In the photographs posted, you'll be able to see more about the property, the placement of the Cottage in relation to the main house, and some of the animals. :-) We have dogs, cats, ducks, chickens, and a turkey.
In the Cottage, you'll find books, board games, and general whimsy. During the spring and summer, the front porch opens up into an edible front yard- feel free to help yourself! The back porch overlooks the pond (beautiful, but not suitable for skating!). Rental of the cottage comes with a fun, Castle Fishing Permit (souvenir window sticker) which gives you complete access to the fishing supplies located in Ishmael's Tackle Shop. Ishmael's is located just below the cottage- we keep it unlocked for our guests. (However, swimming is not allowed in the pond- and when it's frozen over, no skating is allowed either.)
The Cottage is a tiny house, yet still has a lot of amenities! You have your own private kitchenette, equipped with a sink, mini-fridge, breakfast station (which includes a coffee pot, toaster oven and griddle), a microwave and a table with seats for two. (Due to the size of this kitchenette, we were unable to include a traditional oven with stovetop. If you have any questions about the kitchenette, please just let us know! ) This kitchenette also includes dishes (mugs, larger cups, plates, bowls and silverware) and a folding tray for reading or enjoying your meals in bed. During the warmer season, we provide a retro cooler for your use while fishing or picnicking.
You will also have your own private bathroom with an antique sink and claw foot tub (with shower). We provide you with towels, washcloths, soap, shampoo, conditioner, bubble bath and a hair dryer. (If you've forgotten anything else, just let us know- we probably have extras!)
The Cottage also has, what we call, a "mud room." It's a small room where you'll find a bench and a picnic basket (during season). During the holidays, the mudroom is decked out with a Christmas tree. The mudroom is intended as a place for you to unload, store your umbrella and shed your shoes. In the winter months, this room is also outfitted with boot warmers.
The main room houses a queen size bed, a rocking chair, a tv (w/ dvd player), and a dresser (which converts into a lighted desk.) We also provide you with an iron and ironing board. There is not a closet; however, there is a hook on the door for hanging your garment bag. The bedding is composed of two down alternative pillows, two "SpaLuxury" pillows, and two 100% cotton blankets. There are three separate heaters located throughout the cottage. There is also a window air conditioner. The main room/bedroom overlooks the pond with an entire wall of windows (don't worry- there are room-darkening curtains if you prefer to sleep in!)
If you would like to bring your child(ren), please send me a message beforehand. A twin air mattress will fit beside the queen size bed (and I will prepare it for you!), but I want to ensure you'll be pleased with the layout of the room. Also, if you're bringing young children, please let me know! I will ensure the cottage is stocked with age appropriate toys!
Regarding breakfast, your kitchen will be stocked with a standard brew of coffee, as well as tea bags. Upon your arrival, you will find a basket of fruit and zucchini bread (or something similar), as well as a couple bottles of water in your fridge.
We are a little over a mile from I-77. We are less than a mile from Winterplace Ski Resort, Dollar General, Exxon and Little General Gas Stations, Ski Barn, and the Ghent Post Office. We are almost halfway between Princeton, WV and Beckley, WV. We are 17 miles from Beckley and 22 miles from Princeton.
0.3 miles to Winterplace Ski Resort
3.2 miles to Blueberry Hill (a pick-your-own blueberry farm)
3.5 miles to Weathered Ground Brewery
11.5 miles to Camp Creek State Park & Forest
11.7 miles to Little Beaver State Park
17.5 miles to Exhibition Coal Mine and Children's Museum
18.6 miles to Grandview Park & Theatre WV Outdoor Dramas
18.8 miles to Tamarack - Best of West Virginia
20.3 miles to Ritz Theatre
23.3 miles to Lake Shawnee Haunted Amusement Park
25.3 miles to Pipestem Drive-In Theatre
26.7 miles to John Henry Statue and Museum
26.8 miles to Sandstone Falls Overlook
30.8 miles to Pipestem Resort State Park
31.6 miles to Summit Bechtel Reserve (National Scouting Center)
31.9 miles to Pence Springs Flea Market
38.7 miles to Historic Bramwell
38.8 miles to Pocahontas Trail Head (Hatfield & McCoy ATV & UTV Trails)
39.2 miles to New River Gorge Bridge and Canyon Rim Visitors Center
