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Al's Place - A place to Dream

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8116 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Al's Place - A place to Dream

Fisherman paradise, Rafters hideout, Hikers boot-stop, Golfers Ace in the Hole, Family Vacation, the list goes on and on. This adorable cabin on the great New River in Summers Co, WV is in the heart of all things tourist. It is also part of the New River National Park. There are tons of places to fish, several golf courses, ski resorts, rafting companies, hiking trails, the Famous New River Gorge Bridge, The Greenbrier Hotel, Glade Springs Resort, just to name a few of the places to check out, and things to do. Wild Wonderful West Virginia is loaded with so many beautiful Mountains and glistening waterways. Al's Place is nestled between a mountain on the back side and New River on the front with a 3 sided screened in porch to sit and sip your coffee, play card games into the night, or just visit, grill, and relax with good friends. It is 3 miles from I 64, so in Minutes you can go from a quiet relaxing cabin to our little country cafe, Sandstone Eatery, shops, stores, and all of the tourist places listed above.. it sleeps 8 with 2 bathroom but has a loft that if you want to bring your own blowup mattress for the kids there is enough room for 2 full size ones, so you just went from 8 to 10. It comes fully stocked with towels, linens, cookware and dinnerware, just bring your personal items and some groceries. Then you are all set to play, relax and just have fun.

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Property manager

Ellen Patterson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Ice maker
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1250 sq ft (116 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Al's Place Place Dream House Meadow Creek
Al's Place Place Dream House
Al's Place A Place to Dream
Al's A To Dream Meadow Bridge
Al's Place - A Place to Dream Meadow Bridge
Al's Place - A Place to Dream Private vacation home
Al's Place A Place to Dream
Al's A To Dream Meadow Bridge
Al's Place - A Place to Dream Meadow Bridge
Al's Place - A Place to Dream Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Meadow Creek, WV

What's nearby

  • New River Gorge National Park and Preserve - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Sandstone Visitor Center - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Winterplace Ski Resort - 38 min drive - 44.0 km
  • Sandstone Falls - 38 min drive - 28.2 km
  • New River Gorge Bridge - 72 min drive - 55.6 km

Getting around

  • Hinton Station - 21 min drive
  • Beckley, WV (BKW-Raleigh County Memorial) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carol's Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪New River Citgo and The American Càfe and Deli - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Bridge Cafe - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Al's Place - A place to Dream pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Al's Place - A place to Dream?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Al's Place - A place to Dream?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Al's Place - A place to Dream located?

Situated on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from New River and within 3 mi (5 km) of New River Gorge National Park and Preserve and Sandstone Visitor Center. The Ritz Theatre and Greenbrier River are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Al's Place - A place to Dream Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 44 reviews" "
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
New River Gorge
The home was very nice and spacious for 2 friends. The setting on the river was beautiful and we enjoyed beautiful weather. The proximity to the New River National Park was perfect. We kept very busy each day of our stay. The kitchen, baths, and bedrooms were all well stocked for our needs. It would have been nice to have a "heads up" as to the proximity of the train tracks. The trains that went straight through were not really an issue...kind of fun to see (and hear). Not sure if this is a "usual" event but 3 out of the 4 nights we were there a train was stopped on the tracks behind the house the entire night with its diesel engine running. That was sometimes difficult to ignore. If a person was a light sleeper, they would have been agitated. We ended up not needing the heat turned on but we couldn't figure out how to turn on the heater that was in-between the living and dining areas. The directions in the notebook were not clear and/or we couldn't figure out what was supposed to open on the heater??? Maybe a picture in the notebook or a label on the heater? We thank you for your timely communication regarding firewood (which we ended up not being able to use due to the fire ban - thank you to your neighbor for giving us this heads up) and check in information. Will definitely recommend your place (but with the warning about the trains) to friends/family. Thank you. Beth
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christi N.

Liked: Cleanliness
MN Family on vacation
Liked being on the river, beautiful view, close to new river gorge, would definitely stay again. No complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay!
Fantastic property, just what we were looking for to explore the New River Gorge with our pups!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Al's place
We had a wonderful time. It's so quiet and peaceful there. The train was an extra perk. It was amazing to see how long some of them were. The river was a little high due to rains but it was nice to just sit and watch the geese bob down the water. Would definitely stay there again as it's located in the perfect spot to visit the many the states beautiful sights. Thank you so much for opening your home to us!
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Lauren W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Property is beautiful and right on New River. House was very clean and had everything we needed. Only downside was the proximity of the train but overall a great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy J., Jackson Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect.
My husband and I really enjoyed our time at Al's Place. Comfy, cozy with beautiful views of the river. Such a great location to explore the park with everything needed for a wonderful stay. We would love to return sometime 😊.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cabin on the River!
We loved our stay in this cozy cabin for Thanksgiving! It was a great location for visiting New River Gorge National Park, and my children loved having the river in the backyard. We made a fire in the fire pit and ate hot dogs and s’mores, cooked up Thanksgiving dinner in the kitchen, and enjoyed our days hiking. We had a great time! We want to come back in the summer to have more opportunities to do things on the river. Cabin was stocked with utensils, plates, cups, etc. I always said my kids could sleep through a freight train, and it looks like I was right. When the trains passed by I was the only one who stirred. :) Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yearly Family trip to Al's
Going to Al’s place is a yearly trip for us. Every time we go back, the Owner has made updates. Our whole family loves it. Our family of 5 love this vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation Plus
The property is well maintained. Very clean . It had such a wonderful screened in porch with comfortable seating . I so enjoyed my coffee early in the mornings out there . Great place for a fire down by the river . We had one every night . Very easy access to the river . It is just a very comfortable place to go and relax . Will definitely go again !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirk D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Quiet Spot
Great place to relax. We enjoyed the views of the river and peace and quite.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Peter E.

Great WV vacation
We had a very nice time at this property. The wrap around porch was great sitting in the evening and relaxing. The river is right there and has a nice calming effect. The upstairs area was nice for reading and watching a movie. Everthing you need is available. Ellen was very quick to respond and answer all questions. Really had a nice time. Only surprise was how close the train is.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hope E.

Liked: Cleanliness
SLICE OF HEAVEN
I have made 3 Trips to this place and I can't wait till I come back again. !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Britt M., Beckley, WV

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
This was a return visit for us to Al’s Place and once again we enjoyed every minute of it. If you like the river, you’d be hard-pressed to find a better location. We got hit with mostly rain but the screened-in porch made it possible to be outside and dry near the water. Great hosts, clean place, all you need is there. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Above and beyond
Stayed Mon-Fri everything wonderful, the cabin, being by the river, daily excursions and seeing New River Gorge bridge and trails. Pet friendly, neighbor cats and we bought seeds to feed the birds in the big backyard. The trains are part of the atmosphere and state history.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Lawrence G.

Very quiet, except for the trains...
The cabin is nice and secluded with a big yard and a private view of the river. We enjoyed sitting by it. The cabin is pretty well apportioned but I think it could use a good going through and throwing things away that are not needed anymore. The owner was very responsive to questions via text message. I think the biggest thing to know is there is a very active CSX train line right next to the cabin. It's very quiet when no train, but far from it when there is.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Special vacation
Al's place is excellent. We have stayed 3 years and plan to go again. The interior has everything you would need. The yard slopes right down to the river with a fire pit and this year Ellen had some outdoor chairs to set around the fire which made that really nice. The screened in porch is wonderful with swings, chairs and a grill. We cooked in two nights and drove into Hinton to eat at The Market one night. We took our two small dogs and great yard for them to run in.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Hannah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cabin on the river
The cabin provided everything that we needed for a weekend. My only complaint was that we did not realize it was right on the train tracks so that was fairly loud. Other than that, the host was very responsive and helpful and I have no complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Christine T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Meadow Creek
Beautiful backyard which backs up to the river. Close to hiking trails and New River Gorge National Park
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best family time experience
First, THIS PORCH! From morning coffee and playful puppy corral to a rainy movie night, this porch was amazing! The view, the breeze, it was perfect. The cabin is so cozy, I honestly cannot say enough about how much my family enjoyed our stay! Even a few adults had to try the trap door with the kids! That fun little touch added priceless memories for us! We will absolutely be booking again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved
Our family plans to return as we had a great time! Ellen’s communication and hospitality was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin getaway
Cabin just as described. Beautiful lot on the river with awesome screened porch to take in the views. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway location on New River
Great location right on river. Very close proximity to active train track could be positive or negative depending on your group. Kind of neat, but also noisy, and was careful to close gate so my dog wouldn’t wander over to track. Easy check-in and accessible close to highway. Cabin clean and cozy, but some elements not great, like very low water pressure in shower and loud wall heater. Loved the screened porch. Overall great low-key getaway in scenic location. And thanks for being dog-friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hope E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
Wish I could stay every weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay again
Love love love this place... we'll be back
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful River View!
Our group thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful New River at the property. We also really liked watching the trains roar past!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021