If you`re craving stillnessāthe kind that comes with birdsong in the morning and the smell of woodsmoke at duskāCottage in the Woods is where you`ll want to land. This one-bedroom retreat is tucked just enough off the beaten path to feel like a secret, but close enough to town and trails to make things easy.
Itās simple. It`s warm. And itās made for two (plus the dog, obviously).
Cozy by design, not by accident
Inside, the cottage is calm and uncomplicated. Nothing flashy, just right. A comfy queen bed, a full bath with shower, and enough charm to make you forget what day it is.
The wood-burning fireplace anchors the living spaceāand youāll feel it the moment the fire crackles to life. Whether youāre curled up with a book or watching TV (thereās one in both the living room and bedroom), this place wraps around you like your favorite blanket.
And yepāhigh-speed internet is included. So you can disconnect, or not.
Big deck energy and screened-in porch dreams
The screened-in porch is kind of the unsung hero here. Rain or shine, itās the best place to sip coffee, play cards, or just listen to the trees do their thing.
And when the sunās out? Head to the large deck, where thereās room to stretch, snack, or just let your mind wander. Add in a firepit for starry nights and a pond that reflects it all backāand youāve got one of those places where the world feels softer.
Pet-friendly and totally private
We donāt just allow petsāwe know theyāre part of the reason you travel. Bring up to two pups (just $40 per pet per stay), and let them explore the yard while you relax. With a private driveway, free parking, and no shared spaces, you wonāt see anyone unless you want to.
This place was made for people who love slow mornings, afternoon naps, and the kind of silence that feels full, not empty.
Just one more thingā¦
Cottage in the Woods doesnāt try to impress. Itās not curated for content or staged for likes. Itās just peaceful. Honest. And the kind of place you remember for how it made you feel.
Bring your book. Bring your boots. Bring someone you love (or really like a lot). The woods are waiting.
House rules
š No smoking
This is a non-smoking property.
š Keep roads and driveways clear
Please donāt block driveways, roads, or intersections. Emergency vehicles need clear access to surrounding roads and properties.
š Please bring the right number of vehicles
The number of vehicles at the property should not exceed the number allowed based on the homeās number of bedrooms.
𤫠Be a good neighbor
Enjoy yourself, but please be respectful of the people who live nearby. Loud music and unacceptable or disruptive behavior arenāt permitted.
Arriving and heading home
ā³ Check-in is at 3 pm
Youāre welcome to arrive anytime after 3 pm. If youād like to arrive earlier, give our office a call the day before or the day of your arrival. Weāll be happy to check whether an early check-in is available.
ā³ Check-out is promptly at 12 noon
Our housekeeping team often travels a considerable distance to prepare the home for the next guests, so please depart no later than noon. That little bit of extra time matters.
A few things to pack
šŖ„ Personal toiletries
Please bring your own shampoo, soap, toothpaste, and other personal hygiene products.
š“ Cooking supplies
Our kitchens are ready for meals, but please bring any specialty spices or food-preparation items you may need, such as cooking oil, aluminum foil, or wax paper.
š Internet information
If your property has internet service, youāll find the login information on the refrigerator.
š¤ Rental agreement
Before your stay, weāll email you a rental agreement to review and sign electronically.
One important requirement
āļø Guests must be 25 years of age or older to rent the property.
Thatās the practical stuff. Once itās taken care of, you can get back to the part that brought you here ā slowing down, exploring Berkeley Springs, and enjoying a little time in the mountains.