[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Muskie-Lounge River Retreat! Secluded getaway. Family-friendly cabin in Buckhannon ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89430000/89426800/89426773/1af3e533.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89430000/89426800/89426773/4e0af741.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89430000/89426800/89426773/76575b65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89430000/89426800/89426773/w905h683x60y0-ac3257c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89430000/89426800/89426773/ef1a9411.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the tranquility of River Retreat, nestled along the Buckhannon River. Enjoy a peaceful rural view from your private balcony or patio, and unwind by the fire pit. The property boasts two bedrooms and two bathrooms for ultimate comfort. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Muskie-Lounge River Retreat! Secluded getaway. Come spend a weekend, week, or more at the River Retreat! Our secluded cabin is situated along the Buckhannon River. We are conveniently located 2 miles from the Hampton boat launch, 3 miles from Upshur County Trails and Recreation Park, and 6 miles from downtown Buckhannon. The space is comprised of 2 bedrooms, a large living area, 2 bathrooms, dining/kitchen area, patio, balcony, and fire pit. Secluded Riverfront Property on Best Muskie River in the State! The space The Muskie-lounge River Retreat boasts a beautiful rural view in all seasons. Enjoy the peaceful woods, firepit, or fishing the Buckhannon River. The section of river bordering the property is known for being prime muskellunge territory. Within a short drive are the Hampton boat launch, Upshur County Trails (for biking, hiking, frisbee golf, and more), WV Wildlife Center, and Fidler Mill. If you're from out of town you may also want to consider exploring well-known attractions such as: Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum (22mi), Stonewall Resort (31mi), Tygart Lake State Park (45mi), Seneca Rocks (65mi), Blackwater Falls (68mi), and Dolly Sods (72mi). Some of West Virginia's finest attractions, as well as our favorite restaurants, can be found in a brochure upon your arrival. PLEASE NOTE: \-We frequently replenish the gravel in the driveway; however, it can still be difficult to navigate in the winter. We recommend a 4wd vehicle if the weather is icy. \-Cable and wifi are unavailable due to the cabin's secluded location in the West Virginia mountains. WE DO HAVE A HOTSPOT AVAILABLE On Site and plenty of dvds to choose from. \-Cell phone service in rural WV can be spotty at times; however, we have AT&T and get good service. My wife's great grandfather originally built the Muskie-Lounge River Retreat as a hunting cabin. We have recently undergone adventure of transforming this cabin into our family home. We are frequently making renovations to create a more family friendly atmosphere while still maintaining the rugged mountain environment. We appreciate any thoughtful feedback you may provide. KITCHEN SPECIFICS \-stove and oven \-utensils and dinnerware \-instapot (and air fryer lid) \-coffee maker \-full size fridge \-toaster \-microwave Guest access Please make yourselves at home! Guests have access to everything on the property except for a maintenance room (where we keep supplies) and the shed near the train tracks. Other things to note \-Please do not rearrange the furniture (Chairs in master bedroom may be used on balcony and wooden chairs can be used on deck. We just ask you don't leave the chairs out in bad weather and put them back where they belong.) ~Hotspot Password can be found on the bottom of the hotspot and is listed in the living room area ~Absolutely NO SMOKING or VAPING inside. Thank you for respecting our cabin. A full list of expectations can be found under house rules. Additionally, is a checklist entitled 'Before you go' placed on the kitchen table. We ask you follow those few steps before your checkout to help us keep cleaning costs low. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Gravel flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96990000/96983800/96983761/4cd3d083.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Just minutes from Stonewall Jackson Lake Resort. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=38.933247,-80.23738&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7B_tlFrjvhN%3FS%3FS%3FS%40S%40S%3FS%40S%40S%40SBU%40SBQ%40SBSBQBSBSDQBSDSDQBSDQFQDQDQFQFSDOFQFOFQFQHOFOHOFQHMHQHOHMHOJMHMJOHMJMJKJMJKHMLKJMJKLIJKJILKLILILIJILILILENILGLGLENGLENELELENENELCNCNELANCNALCN%3FNCNAN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40LBN%3FNBN%40NBL%40NDLBNBNDLDNDLDNDLDLFNDLFLFLHNDJHLHLHLHLHJHLJLHJJLHJJJLJJJLJJJLJJJLHLJNHLJLHNHLHNHPFLHPHNFNFNFPHPFNFPDNFRDPFPDPDPDPDRDPBRDRBPDRBR%40PBRBRBP%40R%40TBR%40R%3FR%40R%40R%3FR%40R%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FRAT%3FPARAR%3FRARCRATARCPCRCRARCREPCREPCREPEREPEPEPGPEPGRENGPGPINGPGPGLIPINGNININILINKLILKNILKLKLKJKLKJKLKJKJMHKJMJMHKHMJMFMHMHKHODMHMFMFODMFMDODMDODMFOBOBMBODM%40OBO%40OBO%40M%40O%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAO%3FOAOAOAMCOAOCMAOEOCMCOCOGMEMEOEMEOGMEMGMGOIMEMIMIKIMGMKMIMIKKKKMIKKKKMMIKKMKKKMKMIMKOIMKMIOIMIOIOIOGOIQGMIQGQGOGQGQEOGSGQEQEQGQEQCSEQESCQESCQCSCSCSASCQASCUASASAS%3FSASAQ%3FU%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KwCfyMog4vDRiwykErWWZhdkzBk=) Buckhannon, WV #### What's nearby - West Virginia Wesleyan College - 12 min drive - 11.0 km - St Joseph's Hospital - 12 min drive - 11.7 km - Little Hungary Farm Winery - 28 min drive - 23.1 km - Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum - 33 min drive - 41.5 km - Audra State Park - 39 min drive - 35.4 km #### Getting around - Elkins, WV (EKN-Randolph County) - 45 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Sam's Pizza - ‬7 min drive - ‪Las Trancas - ‬10 min drive - ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Mizu Steakhouse Of Japan - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Muskie-Lounge River Retreat! Secluded getaway. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Muskie-Lounge River Retreat! Secluded getaway. ? > As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Muskie-Lounge River Retreat! Secluded getaway. on Oct 7, 2025 start from CA $114.27, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Buckhannon-Hotels-Muskie-Lounge-River-Retreat.h89426773.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Muskie-Lounge River Retreat! Secluded getaway. ? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Muskie-Lounge River Retreat! Secluded getaway. ? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Muskie-Lounge River Retreat! Secluded getaway. located? > Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Upshur County Recreational Park, Wendling's Plaza, and Skyline Plaza. Fred Brooks Park and Buckhannon City Park are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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