Spring is coming, but it’s definitely not here yet, so let’s make the best of the rest of the winter, shall we? Here are 10 of the coziest towns in West Virginia. Road trip, anyone?
- Berkeley Springs
Facebook/Berkeley Springs, WV Berkeley Springs was named one of the coziest American mountain towns by Expedia, and it’s easy to see why. Take a soak in the baths at Berkeley Springs State Park, view the famous Berkeley Castle, and cuddle dozens of cats at cat adoption café Give Purrs A Chance.
- Snowshoe
Snowshoe Mountain Resort Snowshoe Mountain Resort is famous for its winter sports (skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling) and activities, but if you’re in the mood to relax instead, head straight for Split Rock Pools, a heated outdoor pool where you can enjoy stunning mountain views even when it’s snowing.
- Charles Town
Tripadvisor/Ben_theretoo406 Visit the Jefferson County Museum, take in a show at the Old Opera House Theatre Company, and then snuggle up in a fireplace suite at Hillbrook Inn and Spa.
- Hillsboro
Tripadvisor/jmpncsu Take a stroll to see the Falls of Hills Creek, visit the Pearl S. Buck Birthplace Museum, and then snuggle up with a hot drink and a warm blanket and read one of her novels at the Hillsboro House Bed and Breakfast.
- Weston
Wikipedia/Westonfan The Louis Bennett Public Library in the heart of Weston, a historic home built in 1875 and later donated to the city for use as a library, is a fascinating place to curl up and read a book on a cold, blustery afternoon after a morning visit to one of Weston’s glass shops and museums: Appalachian Glass, West Virginia American Art Glass, or Museum of American Glass.
- Canaan Valley
Facebook/Canaan Valley Resort Canaan Valley was named one of the coziest towns in America by Country Living, and they’re right! Cross Country Ski or hike at White Grass Touring and Café, and then enjoy some homemade soup and freshly tapped maple water (if you visit in February or March!).
- Marlinton
Tripadvisor/roozoo Feed the fish at Edray State Trout Hatchery, stop in Gunter’s General Store, or take a breathtaking drive on the Highland Scenic Highway.
- Union
Tripadvisor/Willow Bend Bed and Breakfast Tour the historic Rehoboth Church and Museum, catch a view from the nearby Hanging Rock Raptor Observatory, and enjoy some blackberry cobbler at the Kalico Kitchen on Main Street. Then spend the night at the Willow Bend Bed and Breakfast–there’s a fireplace in every room!
- Vienna
Tripadvisor/Holl’s Swiss Chocolatier Browse through Vienna Antique Mall, satisfy your sweet tooth at Holl’s Swiss Chocolatier, and rejuvenate with a spa treatment at Oasis Salt Cave.
- Harper’s Ferry
Facebook/Harper’s Ferry National Historical Park Stroll through the historic streets past St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church, take a short trek up to Jefferson Rock, or enjoy a fascinating tour of the John Brown Wax Museum.
Which of these towns have you visited for a cozy winter getaway? What other good destinations would you add to this list? For even more ideas, check out this post: Take This Road Trip Through West Virginia’s Most Picturesque Small Towns For An Unforgettable Experience.
Facebook/Berkeley Springs, WV
Berkeley Springs was named one of the coziest American mountain towns by Expedia, and it’s easy to see why. Take a soak in the baths at Berkeley Springs State Park, view the famous Berkeley Castle, and cuddle dozens of cats at cat adoption café Give Purrs A Chance.
Snowshoe Mountain Resort
Snowshoe Mountain Resort is famous for its winter sports (skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling) and activities, but if you’re in the mood to relax instead, head straight for Split Rock Pools, a heated outdoor pool where you can enjoy stunning mountain views even when it’s snowing.
Tripadvisor/Ben_theretoo406
Visit the Jefferson County Museum, take in a show at the Old Opera House Theatre Company, and then snuggle up in a fireplace suite at Hillbrook Inn and Spa.
Tripadvisor/jmpncsu
Take a stroll to see the Falls of Hills Creek, visit the Pearl S. Buck Birthplace Museum, and then snuggle up with a hot drink and a warm blanket and read one of her novels at the Hillsboro House Bed and Breakfast.
Wikipedia/Westonfan
The Louis Bennett Public Library in the heart of Weston, a historic home built in 1875 and later donated to the city for use as a library, is a fascinating place to curl up and read a book on a cold, blustery afternoon after a morning visit to one of Weston’s glass shops and museums: Appalachian Glass, West Virginia American Art Glass, or Museum of American Glass.
Facebook/Canaan Valley Resort
Canaan Valley was named one of the coziest towns in America by Country Living, and they’re right! Cross Country Ski or hike at White Grass Touring and Café, and then enjoy some homemade soup and freshly tapped maple water (if you visit in February or March!).
Tripadvisor/roozoo
Feed the fish at Edray State Trout Hatchery, stop in Gunter’s General Store, or take a breathtaking drive on the Highland Scenic Highway.
Tripadvisor/Willow Bend Bed and Breakfast
Tour the historic Rehoboth Church and Museum, catch a view from the nearby Hanging Rock Raptor Observatory, and enjoy some blackberry cobbler at the Kalico Kitchen on Main Street. Then spend the night at the Willow Bend Bed and Breakfast–there’s a fireplace in every room!
Tripadvisor/Holl’s Swiss Chocolatier
Browse through Vienna Antique Mall, satisfy your sweet tooth at Holl’s Swiss Chocolatier, and rejuvenate with a spa treatment at Oasis Salt Cave.
Facebook/Harper’s Ferry National Historical Park
Stroll through the historic streets past St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church, take a short trek up to Jefferson Rock, or enjoy a fascinating tour of the John Brown Wax Museum.
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