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Luxury private retreat with panoramic views of Lost River Valley

Luxury private retreat with panoramic views of Lost River Valley

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Exterior
Irises in bloom this past May.
Back deck looks over Lost River Valley.
View from upper deck.
Exterior

Overview of Luxury private retreat with panoramic views of Lost River Valley

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 8260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Lost City, WV
  • Popular LocationLost River1 min walk
  • Popular LocationLost River Artisans Cooperative15 min drive
  • Popular LocationLost River State Park29 min drive
  • AirportWashington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)118 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

"Nautical" motif

Downstairs - blue toile - bedroom

Downstairs Master

Upstairs Master

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom - inside blue toile room

Toilet · Shower only

Bath - shared by media room-nautical bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Half bath - upstairs

Toilet

Master Bath- Lower floor - SE Asia room

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom - Upstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Luxury private retreat with panoramic views of Lost River Valley

Come relax, unwind or explore the Potomac Highlands from Idlewild, our wonderful escape in Lost River. The home is filled with amenities and surrounded by panoramic views of the Appalachian Mountains and the Lost River Valley. Check out our Facebook page - Idlewild at Lost River- for additional pictures, discounts and comments! Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway or a place to spend time with a small group of friends or family, Idlewild will provide the perfect backdrop for your West Virginia escape. PLEASE NOTE: Pricing varies by group size per below description. Also, the house has maximum of 4 beds and cannot accommodate more visitors than there are beds.

Pricing: There is a $50/person/night for groups larger than 4 people. The rate also includes WV Sales Tax., our $125 cleaning fee and the increasing fees VRBO charges for the use of its service. Check out our social media for alternative rates.

Each bedroom has its own character with en suite full baths and sliding glass doors to outside decks that overlook stunning vistas and wildlife. Wooden decks wrap around the upper and lower floors, with an enclosed screened-in porch on each level. Adirondack, lounge and rocking chairs surround the house - providing ample room to read, bird watch or relax. While the house is spacious, the upstairs is cozy and perfect for couples looking for a mountain getaway. A modern, fully-equipped, luxury kitchen and gas grill provide the tools for wonderful meals. We have a hot tub located in a covered deck with incredible views! Everything you could want for a memorable retreat!

There is a wood burning fireplace in the great room, firewood provided. In cooler months enjoy the hot tub on the lower, enclosed deck. A firepit/deck in back of property can be enjoyed year round and is a great way to take in the extraordinary stars and invigorating mountain air. We have high speed internet. A music player for CDs and iPods. The house is near some great hikes in the George Washington National Forest and Lost River State Park, and can serve as a hub for either exploring wild and wonderful West Virginia or serving as a retreat for relaxing, meditation and taking in the Lost River Valley's natural beauty.

Consistent with the progressive values of the Lost River community, we conduct our rental business entirely on a nondiscriminatory basis with respect to age, sex, race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability, or any other classification protected by Federal or West Virginia law. PLEASE tell us about who is coming and where you are from in your inquiry. We also ask for guests to send us their home address.

Property manager

Jennifer Smith

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Open staircases - parental supervision required.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no drinks while using the hot tub. Violation will result in forfeiture of the security deposit.
The laundry facilities are for guests staying at least 7 days.
Trash must be taken down the hill to the trash shed prior to departure or a $50 fee will be assessed.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Lost River

Located in Lost River, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Bryce Ski Resort and West-Whitehill Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore George Washington National Forest and Lost River State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Your Place Fun and Fitness, or consider a night out at Yellow Barn at Shenandoah Caverns. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
Map
Lost City, WV

What's nearby

  • Lost River - 1 min walk
  • Lost River Artisans Cooperative - 15 min drive
  • Lost River State Park - 29 min drive
  • Bryce Ski Resort - 61 min drive
  • Luray Caverns - 90 min drive

Getting around

  • Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lost River Grill - 15 min drive
  • Trout Pond Recreation - 21 min drive
  • Steve's Broken Spoke - 29 min drive
  • S & J Poultry - 25 min drive
  • Lost River General Store - 13 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 92 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 92 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shauna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breathtaking View
The view will take your breath away whether looking on from inside the house or from one of the observation decks surrounding the home, with many places to sit inside and out, to take it all in. Ample bedrooms, bathrooms, stocked with towels, linens and some toiletries. Kitchen has all the essentials needed to cook or grill. Watching TV proved tricky for us connecting, so we opted to enjoy watching and staying warm by the fireplace as a snow storm came through bringing high winds. All in all, a very nice, peaceful getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

kendra k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retreat Paradise
Everything about this place was magnificent. From the views to the amenities, this property is definitely a place to get away from it all and engage in self-care.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Very clean and the views were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M., Dillsburg

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin with an amazing view!
Our state was for a long weekend with our son and his wife and our daughter and her husband. We had a great stay. The cabin was beautiful and very well equipped. One small detail, one of the beds was very squeaky, and my daughter and her husband had to switch to another room. We had an extra room, so it was no problem. We would definitely stay here again if we come back to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Brittany E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Church Girl’s Trip
We loved the property! It was absolutely gorgeous, the hot tub was amazing along with the porches! Our only concerns were that the property wasn’t very clean. Completely understand it being in the mountains and having dust, but the countertops were very sticky, almost as if they hadn’t been wiped, there were cobwebs in the corners of the showers, as if they hadn’t been used in a while, and the banister for the stairs in the kitchen had a layer of dust resting on it. There is a light bulb out right near the sink in the kitchen and the bedroom downstairs closest to the grill had some bent bed legs and there was some trash and a sock left under the bed. There was also a section of screen missing in the hot tub space. We overall loved the place and would love to visit again sometime, whether with our family or a girls trip again! Thank you so much!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Smith

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Why they chose this property

A lovely spot on top of the mountain with a gourmet kitchen, charming great room, a fireplace, hot tub, fire pit and plenty of nooks to while away the time with friends or a good book, while enjoying the amazing views of the Lost River Valley.

What makes this property unique

Incredible views.
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