Gobblers' Knob Guest House
Vacation Rental

Gobblers' Knob Guest House, perched on a peaceful mountain top at the northern end of the Shenandoah Valley near Berkeley Springs, takes its name from the wild turkeys that roam on the property.

.. a romantic fire, inviting porch, relaxing whirlpool tub...

This intimate and romantic vacation retreat is conveniently located 100 miles from Washington D.C. and Baltimore, MD; 210 miles from Philadelphia; and 150 miles from Pittsburgh, PA. The secluded cottage has been lovingly restored and meticulously preserved to its 1820's roots and is tastefully decorated with furnishings that reflect the historic charm of the period. Furnishings include antiques from the 1820 - 1840 period, but modern amenities have been added for comfort and convenience. Boasting a large front porch, the home begs for company to share its breathtaking view of the beautiful surrounding countryside. Gobbler's Knob has been featured in regional magazines, local newspapers, and on national television.

The two-story home provides delightful accommodations. The first floor includes a separate dining room, a living room with a full-sized sleeper sofa, and an immense wood-burning stone fireplace. The kitchen is fully modern, equipped with a microwave oven and other time-saving amenities. Across the hall from the full bathroom is the R and R (Romance and Relaxation) room, featuring a two-person whirlpool bath. The second floor features a master bedroom with a king-sized bed and a second bedroom with a set of twin beds. There is also a charming sitting room between the bedrooms. For your convenience, there is also a washer and dryer in the first-floor mudroom.

Your favorite pastime may be relaxing in the hammock in the woods or on the swing on the front porch; watching deer, raccoons, foxes, rabbits, turkeys, and other wildlife; or enjoying a meal at the picnic table in the woods. The surrounding area provides a wealth of things to do and see. Cacapon Resort State Park is five minutes away for hiking, sight-seeing, horseback riding, boating, swimming, fishing, tennis, nature walks, and golf at the Robert Trent Jones Championship Golf Course.

The historic village of Berkeley Springs, the country's first spa and one of "America's Top 25 Art Destinations," beckons one to explore antique malls, art studios, galleries, and craft shops, the local museum, and the Morgan County Historical and Genealogical Society's Morgan Room at the public library. Other popular sights and activities include the C&O Canal Towpath, Rails to Trails, Paw Paw Tunnel, Cacapon and Potomac River float trips, snowtubing, skiing, Civil War Battlefields, and Harper's Ferry National Park. After a long day of recreation, you might want to unwind with a natural mineral bath or massage at Berkeley Springs State Park Bath House or at one of the numerous other private spas.

Whether your visit is for simple serenity and seclusion or you plan to explore the many attractions and activities available nearby, your time spent at Gobblers' Knob will surely tempt you back for another visit.