The Tygart Valley Star Bed & Breakfast:
Experience
life in the town that celebrates the first land battle of the
Civil War. Stay in a stately home dating from 1883 or sleep in
a completely remodeled carriage house. We are located in central
West Virginia off I-79. We are a family-friendly and eco-friendly
establishment.
The Tygart Valley Star Bed & Breakfast
welcomes business travelers and families.
Front View of The Tygart Valley Star Bed &
- Philippi, West Virginia
An activity-packed vacation awaits in the beautiful mountains of West Virginia.
The Tygart Valley Star Bed & Breakfast
14 N. Walnut St.
Philippi, WV 26416
tvs@bcnetmail.org
(304) 457-1890 or toll free (877)661-1890 since May 1, 2000.
Andrew and Elizabeth Gast-Bray, Innkeepers
Location
Historic Philippi was the site for the first land battle of the
Civil War. The Tygart River weaves through town passing
under the famous covered bridge whose original design dates from
the mid-19th century. Other features include a Richardsonian
courthouse made of red stone, Alderson-Broaddus College, and the
historic Mainstreet.
History
The Tygart Valley Star Bed and Breakfast is named after the newspaper
that was written, and produced in the main residence during the
1890ís. Although edifices have existed on this site
since before the civil war, the large 3 storey brick house that
is seen today dates to 1883, with a significant addition added
circa 1910. Throughout its life, the property has always
been owned by prominent Barbour Countians. Melville Peck, twice
mayor of Philippi, and his wife the daughter of J.N.B. Crim, the
wealthy 19th century businessman built most of the current brick
building. In 1907, Edmund H. Crim, President of the First National
Bank of Philippi moved in with his wife, Virginia Talbott Crim.
Their daughter, Lucille Crim, came back to live here with her
children while her husband, Col. P.A. Chesser served in World
War II. Colonel and Mrs. Chesser retired here as well.
The Property
The main house features a beautiful wood paneled staircase, and
antique Steinway piano, fretwork, 100 year old blackboard, and
other Victorian adornments. Many of the antiques are original
to the house. Two bedrooms have been restored to period
furnishings and decorations. A fully-remodeled bathroom
boasts a large two-person jacuzzi.
The fully remodeled carriage house is now open to bed and breakfast guests. Originally stables dating back to the 19th century, the building was, at some unknown date, transformed into living quarters, perhaps for servants. The carriage house is now a two bedroom suite with cathedral ceilings to expose the beautiful American chestnut beams used in original construction, and an antique clawfoot tub. The walls are decorated with old photographs depicting Barbour County history. It also has a living room and a fully equipped kitchen and a front porch. Guests will be able to make their own meals if they desire, but they will be treated to fresh home baked goods each morning.
Guests may choose from several different accommodations (click here for descriptions and rate information). Furthermore, two magnificent rooms are open exclusively to guests for dining, sitting, playing games or simply watching television or movies.
Breakfast consists of fresh fruit, home baked goods and more standard breakfast fare.
Ecotouring
The Warfield House in conjunction with The Hutton House invites
you to experience the serenity of the mountains.
Day Trips to Take
* Blackwater Falls State Park
* Canaan Valley Resort
* Tygart Valley Flyer Vintage Railroad
* Spruce Knob/Seneca Rocks Recreation Area
* Jane Lew Handblown Glassworks
* Rich Mountain Battlefield (where a decisive civil war battle
was fought for control of these mountains.)
The nearby 900,000 acre Monongahela National Forest provides
endless
hiking, biking, cross-country ski trails, fly fishing, and boating
opportunities.
If you choose instead to stay close to home, the B&B is
located in the heart of downtown
Philippi, with the covered bridge and scenic Tygart river, walking
trails and Civil War battle sites.
Tennis and golf are nearby.
The Tygart Valley Star Bed & Breakfast is a member of the Mountain State Association of Bed & Breakfasts
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