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Pappys place at Smoke Hole

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A wooden deck with a ramp leading to a house entrance, surrounded by grass and trees. - Pappys place at Smoke Hole (Upper Tract)
A spacious living room with a ceiling fan, a large window, a dark wooden cabinet, and a patterned rug. - Pappys place at Smoke Hole (Upper Tract)
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a ceiling fan, and a cabinet with glass doors. - Pappys place at Smoke Hole (Upper Tract)
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a stove, and a microwave. - Pappys place at Smoke Hole (Upper Tract)
A wooden bridge with railings and lights, leading to a white building with a chimney. - Pappys place at Smoke Hole (Upper Tract)
Take advantage of a firepit, a garden and an arcade/games room at Pappys place at Smoke Hole. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Pappys place at Smoke Hole

  • Three bedroom two bath house. Built as a church parsonage in 1900. Beautiful original woodwork. The upstairs bath has the original claw foot tub great for long baths. The house has a kitchen, dining room, a cozy living room and a study with a pull out couch with a queen bed. The enclosed front porch has all types of games and area for kids to play. Pets welcome. If you are a fisherman, this is the place for you. You are one mile from the entrance to smoke hole. You are right at all the stocked streams and rivers from Monterey Virginia to Petersburg WV. You are only 7 miles from South Mill Creek Lake which has great trout fishing as well as bass, catfish, crappie and bluegill. If you are a rock climber, you can literally walk to climbing at Reeds Creek and are a few miles from climbing in smoke hole and if you want to climb seneca rocks, you are 40 minutes away. You are 40 minutes from Dolly Sods and Spruce knob and an hour from Black Water Falls. This house has lots of room for family gatherings and spending time with friends.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

remove all sheets from beds used and take them with towels and leave them in laundry room. upon leaving trash in can on deck. dishes in dish washer

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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

Located in Upper Tract, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ruddle Park and George Washington National Forest, while Seneca Rocks Discovery Center and Sites Homestead are cultural highlights. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking. Visit our Upper Tract travel guide
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Upper Tract, WV

What's nearby

  • A rugged mountain with prominent rock formations and dense green forest.
    Seneca Rocks
    59 min drive - 45.1 miles
  • Swilled Dog
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Smoke Hole Caverns
    35 min drive - 30.0 miles
  • Seneca Caverns
    48 min drive - 39.6 miles
  • Lost River
    59 min drive - 56.2 miles

Restaurants

  • Asbury's Family Restaurant
    46 min drive
  • Hoggie’s Barbecue
    50 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pappys place at Smoke Hole pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Pappys place at Smoke Hole?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pappys place at Smoke Hole?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pappys place at Smoke Hole?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pappys place at Smoke Hole located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Swilled Dog and 4 mi (6.4 km) from Ruddle Park. George Washington National Forest and Cedar Knob are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Reviews

Pappys place at Smoke Hole Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptionally clean and cozy with a well stocked kitchen. Great space for family and for location to outdoor activities. Host was very kind and responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pappy's Place

We enjoyed our stay. The house is decorated nicely. The beds are comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and clean...felt like home. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing Trip

The property was very nice, the location was outstanding, and the hosts were very gracious.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice

Was nice to have family with us with space for everyone and loved the dining room for meals with the family we all really enjoyed it!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying here, as there was plenty of room for all 9 of us. The kids loved going to the front room and having their own space to hang out. It was also a quick drive to Smoke Hole. Our favorite part was using the private river access. We fished there and made a campfire to roast marshmallows. We will definitely be back in the future and highly recommend this property to anyone with a large family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable home

House was clean, comfortable and well stocked. Relaxing setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sight Seeing Girls

Location was great for us. The house was beautiful, we enjoyed the sun parlor, deck and the added ice maker was wonderful. Very roomy and well furnished with all we could need. The river area is a great place to spend the afternoon relaxing by the water, we even got our feet wet.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Climbing Trip

This was our fourth time staying at Pappies Place for a climbing trip to Reed's Creek/Smoke Hole and, as always, it was stellar. It's a well appointed and clean home, the beds are very comfortable and the house couldn't be closer to the Reed's Creek parking lot.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get together

Very clean. Plenty of room great outside deck
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Climbing Trip

Pappies Place is clean, well appointed, close to Franklin and close to climbing at Reed’s Creek and Smoke Hole. Danita is a wonderful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Climbing Trip

We've stayed at Pappies Place several times for a regular climbing trip to Reed's Creek and Smoke Hole. It's a fantastic location for access to climbing and Franklin. Pappies Place is clean, well-appointed and very comfortable. Danita is a wonderful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A total delight!

This house was wonderful and had so many cozy touches that made it feel like a real home. We were able to work out a discount that allowed me and my friends to go up for a long weekend and it ended up being over a winter cold snap! Temps were down to the single digits but the house was so warm, cozy, and already had a shovel and salt for the driveway. Our dogs loved resting in the sunroom with us and the few places we went to in neighboring towns were lovely. The TV apps don’t always work/crash but we think that is because they need to be updated :) The host was quickly responsive and kind, there were honeys and jellies set out for us when we arrived, and there were so many amazing BLANKETS and games in the house. We also made full use of the kitchen and cooked most of our meals. Bring olive oil or tea bags if you want your own, but otherwise there were tons of spices and coffee and condiments. We loved it and would easily return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay, everything you need is there!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean and well stocked with all we needed. Beds were comfy. Host was very responsive with questions we had.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Have stayed several times for climbing trips to Reed’s Creek and Smoke Hole. Pappies is located very close to the climbing. It’s well appointed, clean and very comfortable. Danita is a wonderful host.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls’ weekend away. This house was cozy and well-appointed with what we needed. Loved sitting around the fire pit as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

We had a lovely time.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I found most rooms had such a neat built in shelves! Back yard was really nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place near Smoke Hole canyon

Our group of climbers had a nice stay at this house
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a great time. House has everything you need and more!! Everything is clean and so welcoming!! We love coming and hate to leave!! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Climbing weekend

Great place to stay for a weekend of climbing at Smoke Hole and Reed's Creek
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was like coming home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hunters perfect getaway

Your home was a perfect getaway for my family to stay for our annual hunting trip. We appreciate all of the amenities you provided such as linens, home made jams, coffee and filters and even coffee K- cups. Your home was clean and very comfortable and welcoming. Thank you for providing us a perfect home that we hope to return to annually.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Smoke Hole

Very nice for an older house. Loved all the wood work.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023