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Snowshoe Mountain announces 2026 summer events, launches new music fest
SNOWSHOE, W.Va. — Officials at Snowshoe Mountain, in
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See our Communities Travel GuideReal estate in West Virginia offers excellent opportunities for buyers and investors, especially as the remote-work revolution attracts more residents from major U.S. cities seeking affordable living and natural beauty. With lower property prices compared to national averages, West Virginia provides attractive returns on investment for residential homes, vacation rentals, and rural properties. The state’s scenic mountains, welcoming communities, and growing broadband access make it an appealing choice for remote workers looking to escape crowded urban areas without sacrificing modern conveniences. Real estate investors benefit from rising demand, a steady influx of new homeowners, and the chance to own property in a region known for its outdoor recreation, small-town charm, and high quality of life. As more people discover the benefits of living and working remotely in the Mountain State, investing in West Virginia real estate has never been more promising. Be sure to visit our Real Estate guide for information about communities in West Virginia, or Lodgingfor more information about lodging.
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Nightfall’s Value: Light pollution can diminish real estate worth in W.Va.
WINFIELD, W.Va. — An increasing number of new West Virginia residents are being drawn to its rolling hills and quiet valleys to escape brightly lit cities and reclaim the enchantment of pitch‑dark night skies. But while the dark skies represent a precious amenity, the creeping glare of artificial lighting—known as light pollution—is quietly eroding the … Read more
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West Virginia woodland for sale on Barker’s Creek offers mountain serenity
MULLENS, W.Va. — Nestled deep within the wooded hollows of West Virginia, where trout streams meander through rhododendron and ridgelines roll like waves, a 33-acre parcel of land quietly epitomizes the region’s past. Here, on a gentle rise overlooking the clear waters of Barker’s Creek, the McKinney homeplace is perhaps more than just a home. … Read more
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Retro commercial realty for sale near Hatfield-McCoy ATV trails in West Virginia
PINEVILLE, W.Va. — Once a gathering place for miners and families on the Guyandotte River, a vintage curb-service restaurant, service station, and boarding house is attracting the attention of ATV entrepreneurs looking to offer tourists an authentic experience. The retro landmark near Pineville is filled with mid-century kitchen and service station items, complete with oak-paneled … Read more
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Federal downsizing creates real estate opportunity near new national park
MOUNT HOPE, W.Va. — Federal downsizing has created a remarkable commercial real estate opportunity in southern West Virginia near the nation’s newest national park—an opportunity that’s attracting plenty of attention after a price drop. Once home to the U.S. Bureau of Mines, a 34,568-square-foot office complex and large maintenance garage offers a rare blend of … Read more
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Want to increase your property value? Plant a shade tree, West Virginia
SHEPHERDSTOWN, W.Va. — Want to increase your property value? Plant a shade tree. Want to charge more for goods and services in your shop or restaurant? Plant a shade tree. Especially in West Virginia, where tourists come for shade in summer and color in autumn, shady lawns and gardens, even shady parking lots, can increase … Read more
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Wife demanded millionaire husband build apartments at Bramwell, W.Va.
BRAMWELL, W.Va. — Tired of entertaining, the wife of a West Virginia industrialist in the late 1800s demanded her husband limit the number of out-of-town guests parading through their home. To please her, he built the commercial row with opulent apartments that takes up half a block in the state’s “city of millionaires,” as the … Read more
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Unusual springs a focus of research at resort for sale in Monroe County
SALT SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. — Members of the real estate brokerage engaged in selling a historic resort in scenic Monroe County have waded into the remarkable history of its mineral springs and discovered more than they expected. According to agents at Foxfire Realty, which is marketing the property for $1,795,000, one of the three “healing” … Read more
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Historic coalfields “castle” in W.Va. is back on the real estate market
ITMANN, W.Va. — A tourist attraction in West Virginia’s southern mountains, the landmark Itmann Company Store — also known as the “Castle in the Coalfields” — has returned to the real estate market and is attracting more interest than ever. Parties negotiating the purchase of the property earlier in the year could not reach an … Read more
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Forgotten West Virginia tavern rediscovered in Greenbrier County
LEWISBURG, W.Va. — Once counted among the most gracious homes in the Greenbrier Valley, the historic Level Tavern on scenic US-219 is being rediscovered, thanks to its recent introduction to the real estate market. Built in 1830, the hewn-timber residence, renowned for its vast rooms, hosted travelers unnumbered but faded into obscurity after the old … Read more