Relax and Enjoy in Almost Heaven West Virginia

Nestled away in the mountains of Almost Heaven West Virginia beside the babbling waters of an unspoiled river awaits your get-a-way lodging. You are truly in God's country in the heart of the breathtaking Appalachian Mountains. This is where the air is clean, the forest is teeming with wild game, and the rivers run wild and free. A destination spot for you to cleanse one's soul!

Dona Dyer, David Thayer, and Rick Thayer are please to announce the completion of The Living Water Cabin located within the borders of the Monongahela National Forest on Williams River near Cowen, West Virginia.

The yellow poplar bark cabin sleeps four. A queen sized bed adorns the loft; while a custom built red leather queen sleeper sofa is located on the main level next to a stunning stone faced gas log fireplace. The loft, with its exterior balcony, is accessible by means of a slender oak tread and black steel spiral staircase that leads up from the main level.

Although the outward appearance of the cabin’s design is rustic and reflective of a previous era, the sophisticated design lavishes the cabin with current forward thinking. “Green” technology, such as a high efficiency heat pump for heating and cooling, a seven day programmable thermostat with federal Energy Star settings, compact fluorescent light bulbs, a tankless water heater, and intensive use of fiberglass insulation, is employed to conserve energy.

There were no environmentally hostile carpets, pads and vinyl flooring products used. Rather ceramic tiles and domestic red oak hardwood flooring (a renewable resource) were chosen over alternatives for their pleasing beauty, endurance, and environmental benefits. The exterior of the building is clad poplar bark which is a by-product of timbering operations in the Appalachian Mountains. The fireplace was laid of smooth river stones that were unearthed from the pits and trenches during the excavation of the septic tank pit and field lines.

The luxury features of the cabin are apparent in the kitchen. Features such as: red oak cabinets with Corian countertops, refrigerator/freezer with an ice maker, combination microwave oven with integral exhaust and range light, 4-burner range top, dishwasher and a stacked washer and dryer unit, all provide convenience and comfort. A cabinet with a concealed ironing board, light and a timer to cut off the iron if left unattended removes the hassle of storing, setting up, and working with a typical ironing board. The bathroom features a 42” wide 10-jet Espree Jacuzzi tub with a medium sized rain style shower head. The bathroom, kitchen, and main circulation area of the cabin has recessed down lights that are controlled by a dimmer so that movement during the bedtime hours can be done without being left completely in the dark.

A mountain cabin is not complete without a front porch with rocking chairs, but this cute little cabin protects and elevates this traditional gathering place to the level of luxury by screening the space, effectively repelling flying insects that enjoy porch settings as equally as people. The main amenity on the exterior of the cabin is a spacious wood deck complete with a 6 person spa, three-burner gas grill, and a four-chair, table, and umbrella set for outside dining in the pleasant mountain air.

The cabin is now ready for the enjoyment of David and Dona’s family, as well as their guests, who may wish to rent the cabin. More information can be found at www.livingwatercabins.com.

David is a graduate of Cowen High School, and met Dona while attending the University of Tennessee. Rick Thayer is a graduate of Webster County High School and lives in Cowen. David and Dona are grateful to Mrs. Patricia Miller of Webster County who allowed David to purchase the small parcel of land on which to construct this cabin as a home in the beloved hills away from home in the city.