Ames Heights Retreat Local Recommendations
Sightseeing
The second-longest arch bridge in the world, this beautiful piece of architecture spans over the 876 over the New River Gorge. Be sure to stop by the Canyon Rim Visitor Center for area information, history, and take a tour with Bridge Walk.
New River Gorge Bridge
New River Gorge BridgeThe second-longest arch bridge in the world, this beautiful piece of architecture spans over the 876 over the New River Gorge. Be sure to stop by the Canyon Rim Visitor Center for area information, history, and take a tour with Bridge Walk.
Scenic overlooks, and a gondola to the bottom of the lower gorge and jet boat rides to view the bridge from the river level.
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Parc d'État de Hawks Nest
49 Hawks Nest RdScenic overlooks, and a gondola to the bottom of the lower gorge and jet boat rides to view the bridge from the river level.
See the iconic gristmill and visit the gift shop. Horseback riding tours and swimming pools open during the summer season.
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Parc d'État de Babcock
486 Babcock RdSee the iconic gristmill and visit the gift shop. Horseback riding tours and swimming pools open during the summer season.
Food scene
Craft pizza at its best! Start with the spinach salad and follow it up with the Cuban Pork Pie. You won’t be disappointed.
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Pies & Pints - Fayetteville, WV
219 W Maple AveCraft pizza at its best! Start with the spinach salad and follow it up with the Cuban Pork Pie. You won’t be disappointed.
The best breakfast spot in town, their burrito is a must have.
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Wood Iron Eatery
129 S Court StThe best breakfast spot in town, their burrito is a must have.
Best coffee in town, hands down. Craig makes an amazing latte! Early bird specials at 7 am. Located on Route 16 in downtown Fayetteville, across from the Historic Fayette Theater.
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Range Finder Coffee
104 W Wiseman AveBest coffee in town, hands down. Craig makes an amazing latte! Early bird specials at 7 am. Located on Route 16 in downtown Fayetteville, across from the Historic Fayette Theater.
Enjoy locally crafted brew in the outdoor beer garden. Food truck service available with delicious burritos and bowls.
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Bridge Brew Works
335 Nick Rahall GreenwayEnjoy locally crafted brew in the outdoor beer garden. Food truck service available with delicious burritos and bowls.
On Ames Heights Rd and walking distance from Ames Heights Retreat. Grab and go breakfast and lunch, ice, beer, wine, firewood, convenience items, pepperoni rolls, and more. This is the closest place to resupply anything you may have forgotten or for last-minute needs.
Swiftwater Café
405 Capitol StreetOn Ames Heights Rd and walking distance from Ames Heights Retreat. Grab and go breakfast and lunch, ice, beer, wine, firewood, convenience items, pepperoni rolls, and more. This is the closest place to resupply anything you may have forgotten or for last-minute needs.
Delicious local craft brewery with a rotating food truck on site. Indoor and outdoor seating, plenty of parking.
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The Freefolk Brewery
1690 Court StDelicious local craft brewery with a rotating food truck on site. Indoor and outdoor seating, plenty of parking.
A family favorite. Get a scoop and the kids will love to browse the novelties.
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The Stache
139 S Court StA family favorite. Get a scoop and the kids will love to browse the novelties.
Cold beer, pool tables, darts, and bar menu available. Centrally located in downtown Fayetteville.
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Southside Junction Tap House
101 S Court StCold beer, pool tables, darts, and bar menu available. Centrally located in downtown Fayetteville.
Breakfast and lunch spot in a unique setting in a historic church. Don’t be in a hurry. The service is a bit spotty and the coffee is average. But they do have the best carrot cake you’ll ever have.
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Cathedral Cafe & Book Store
134 S Court StBreakfast and lunch spot in a unique setting in a historic church. Don’t be in a hurry. The service is a bit spotty and the coffee is average. But they do have the best carrot cake you’ll ever have.
Freshly made salads, bowls, and wraps. Vegetarian options available.
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The Take Out
139 South Court StreetFreshly made salads, bowls, and wraps. Vegetarian options available.
Don Rizo Mexican Kitchen and Cantina
312 North Court StreetMexican food elevated.
Puerto Rican and Venezuelan fusion. A family owned restaurant and totally worth the drive to Summersville!
Original Flavor Bistro
860 Broad StreetPuerto Rican and Venezuelan fusion. A family owned restaurant and totally worth the drive to Summersville!
More bar than restaurant, with a cool outdoor hangout spot.
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Maggie's Pub
309 Keller AveMore bar than restaurant, with a cool outdoor hangout spot.
Reopened Oct 2023. Enjoy delicious handcrafted sandwiches, burgers, and salads in a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere. They have a full bar, indoor and outdoor seating, eat in or dine out.
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Secret Sandwich Society
103 Keller AveReopened Oct 2023. Enjoy delicious handcrafted sandwiches, burgers, and salads in a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere. They have a full bar, indoor and outdoor seating, eat in or dine out.
Homemade biscuits as big as your face. The Dottie is my favorite breakfast biscuit, give it a try! Tudors is a WV institution and is not to be missed.
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Tudor's Biscuit World
323 N Court StHomemade biscuits as big as your face. The Dottie is my favorite breakfast biscuit, give it a try! Tudors is a WV institution and is not to be missed.
Things to Do
Learn to rock climb, go for a mountain bike ride, raft the river, SUP the lake, take a hike, go fishing…there’s so much to do you’ll need to plan another trip to do it all.
Learn how to rock climb with certified Instructors on a half-day introductory trip. All ages are welcome and no experience is necessary. You'll learn the ropes from the ground up through individualized instruction and a progression of skills. NRMG can easily accommodate parties of mixed experience levels from first-timers to those looking to master the nuances of the sport. All technical climbing equipment is included, so you'll just need to bring your stoke.
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New River Mountain Guides
101 W Wiseman AveLearn how to rock climb with certified Instructors on a half-day introductory trip. All ages are welcome and no experience is necessary. You'll learn the ropes from the ground up through individualized instruction and a progression of skills. NRMG can easily accommodate parties of mixed experience levels from first-timers to those looking to master the nuances of the sport. All technical climbing equipment is included, so you'll just need to bring your stoke.
Stand Up Paddleboard tours and rentals. Their staff can set you up for the day and show you our local favorite watering holes like Summersville Lake, Kanawha Falls, and Plum Orchard Lake.
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Mountain Surf Paddle Sports
8955 W Wiseman AveStand Up Paddleboard tours and rentals. Their staff can set you up for the day and show you our local favorite watering holes like Summersville Lake, Kanawha Falls, and Plum Orchard Lake.
Take a flight in the World War II Stearman biplane. At Wild Blue Adventure Company you can enjoy the flight of your life. Whether you want a straight-and-level sightseeing tour or an aerobatic thrill ride, we can turn your dreams into reality.
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Wild blue adventure company
282 Hinkle RdTake a flight in the World War II Stearman biplane. At Wild Blue Adventure Company you can enjoy the flight of your life. Whether you want a straight-and-level sightseeing tour or an aerobatic thrill ride, we can turn your dreams into reality.
Rent a mountain bike and hit the Arrowhead or Wolf Creek Trails. A full-service shop offering tours, sales, rentals, gear, and repairs.
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New River Bike
221 N Court StRent a mountain bike and hit the Arrowhead or Wolf Creek Trails. A full-service shop offering tours, sales, rentals, gear, and repairs.
Just five minutes from Ames Heights Retreat! Choose your own adventure from world-class whitewater, mountain biking, hiking, or lounge by the pool that overlooks the Gorge. They have 47 years of outdoor experience, a devoted staff, and a drive to inspire others to experience the natural beauty of the area.
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Adventures on the Gorge
219 Co Rte 60/5Just five minutes from Ames Heights Retreat! Choose your own adventure from world-class whitewater, mountain biking, hiking, or lounge by the pool that overlooks the Gorge. They have 47 years of outdoor experience, a devoted staff, and a drive to inspire others to experience the natural beauty of the area.
Rent a pontoon boat for the day and cruise around beautiful Summersville Lake.
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Summersville Lake Marina Inc
1706 Airport RdRent a pontoon boat for the day and cruise around beautiful Summersville Lake.
Rent a bike, hit the trails then enjoy a bite and a beer afterward!
The Biergarten @ Arrowhead Bike Farm
8263 Gatewood RdRent a bike, hit the trails then enjoy a bite and a beer afterward!
Take a guided tour of the New River Gorge Bridge. Take a leisurely stroll along the catwalk underneath the span of the massive iron structure.
You'll be harnessed and secured to the safety cable system as you walk the 3000-foot span, then you'll be shuttled back to the Bridge Walk headquarters at the end.
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Bridge Walk LLC
57 County Rte 85/9Take a guided tour of the New River Gorge Bridge. Take a leisurely stroll along the catwalk underneath the span of the massive iron structure.
You'll be harnessed and secured to the safety cable system as you walk the 3000-foot span, then you'll be shuttled back to the Bridge Walk headquarters at the end.
Guided fishing tours along the length of the New River and Summersville Lake. Half, 3/4 and Full Day options available. Lunch, drinks, snacks and equipment are included.
PRO River Outfitters LLC
3224 Court StGuided fishing tours along the length of the New River and Summersville Lake. Half, 3/4 and Full Day options available. Lunch, drinks, snacks and equipment are included.
Indoor adventure for families, friends, and colleagues. You'll have 60-minutes to work together to find the clues and solve the challenges: Mothman, The Land of Misfit Toys, and Secret Bunker.
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Epic Escape Game New River Gorge
151 N Court StIndoor adventure for families, friends, and colleagues. You'll have 60-minutes to work together to find the clues and solve the challenges: Mothman, The Land of Misfit Toys, and Secret Bunker.
Voted #1 Resort to Learn to Ski/Snowboard at by Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine. With 27 trails, 9 lifts, 2 Terrain Parks and WV's Largest Snowtubing Park. Located 30 minutes away in Beckley, WV.
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Winterplace Ski Resort
Flat Top Mountain RoadVoted #1 Resort to Learn to Ski/Snowboard at by Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine. With 27 trails, 9 lifts, 2 Terrain Parks and WV's Largest Snowtubing Park. Located 30 minutes away in Beckley, WV.
Located Just minutes outside of Fayetteville and Oak Hill off Salem Gatewood Road. Bridge Haven Golf club is the perfect one-day golf getaway. Upgraded to 18 holes in 1996, Bridge Haven is the perfect challenge for any golfer from the serious handicapper, to the average golfer, to even the beginner who will quickly learn to appreciate and love this intriguing public course.
Bridge Haven Golf Club
295 Browns RdLocated Just minutes outside of Fayetteville and Oak Hill off Salem Gatewood Road. Bridge Haven Golf club is the perfect one-day golf getaway. Upgraded to 18 holes in 1996, Bridge Haven is the perfect challenge for any golfer from the serious handicapper, to the average golfer, to even the beginner who will quickly learn to appreciate and love this intriguing public course.
Mountain Surf Paddle Sports focuses on quality stand-up paddle board rentals and professional instruction. We offer group classes and private instruction on Summersville lake and the New River!
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Mountain Surf Paddle Sports
8955 W Wiseman AveMountain Surf Paddle Sports focuses on quality stand-up paddle board rentals and professional instruction. We offer group classes and private instruction on Summersville lake and the New River!
12 high-quality bowling lanes, great food, 14 HD televisions equipped with almost every sports package available, and a large selection of beer on tap.
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Pinheads
617 Jones Ave12 high-quality bowling lanes, great food, 14 HD televisions equipped with almost every sports package available, and a large selection of beer on tap.
At New River Yoga, in historic downtown Fayetteville, we have a wide range of teachers and styles available, including private sessions. Drop-ins welcome.
New River Yoga Studio
At New River Yoga, in historic downtown Fayetteville, we have a wide range of teachers and styles available, including private sessions. Drop-ins welcome.
The theater displays artworks by West Virginia artists representing the history and culture of the area and continues to hold a year-round schedule of live performances.
Historic Fayette Theatre
115 S Court StThe theater displays artworks by West Virginia artists representing the history and culture of the area and continues to hold a year-round schedule of live performances.
We have a ride suitable for all ages, a relaxed ride, ultimate adventure, or your own private ride.
Equestrian Adventures
37 Cunard RdWe have a ride suitable for all ages, a relaxed ride, ultimate adventure, or your own private ride.
Off-road tours and rentals. Jeeps, SXS, four wheelers, and dirt bikes. Take your pick!
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New River ATV
1631 Mountain Top RdOff-road tours and rentals. Jeeps, SXS, four wheelers, and dirt bikes. Take your pick!
Shopping
Out of the Ashes
104 E Maple AveClothing, gifts, and collectibles.
Find a classic piece to add to your collection, a wide variety of Americana, it's a picker's dream.
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New River Antique Mall
100 High StFind a classic piece to add to your collection, a wide variety of Americana, it's a picker's dream.
Local Fine Art, Pottery, Fair Trade Imports, Sterling Silver, Gourmet Food/Cheese, Wine, and Craft Beer. The largest selection in town!
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Studio B Gallery & Gifts
309 Keller AveLocal Fine Art, Pottery, Fair Trade Imports, Sterling Silver, Gourmet Food/Cheese, Wine, and Craft Beer. The largest selection in town!
Jewelry, incense, glassware, minerals, gems, and lots more.
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Great Googly Moogly
107 Keller AveJewelry, incense, glassware, minerals, gems, and lots more.
Showcase of WV artisans, crafts, and dining.
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Tamarack: The Best Of West Virginia
1 Tamarack PlaceShowcase of WV artisans, crafts, and dining.
Hands down the best retail store in Fayetteville, not to be missed! Wilderness Inspired Apparel and Goods. Original designs on a wide array of merchandise, from t-shirts, mugs, posters, candles, notebooks, and lots more.
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Lost Appalachia Trading Co.
171 N Court StHands down the best retail store in Fayetteville, not to be missed! Wilderness Inspired Apparel and Goods. Original designs on a wide array of merchandise, from t-shirts, mugs, posters, candles, notebooks, and lots more.
A collection of women's clothing, shoes, hats, patches, specialty spices, and local art/jewelry and more.
Twisted Gypsy's
101 West Maple AvenueA collection of women's clothing, shoes, hats, patches, specialty spices, and local art/jewelry and more.
Dove's Village is a destination stop. YOUnique Boutique has on-trend ladies' apparel, handbags, jewelry, and Simply Southern. Dove's Gift Shoppe is packed with giftable items, candles, WV Crafted wares, and souvenirs. Dove's Home Furnishings has your home fashion covered from window treatments, and shower curtains, to quilts, rugs, and more.
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Dove's Outlet Village
519 Hinkle RdDove's Village is a destination stop. YOUnique Boutique has on-trend ladies' apparel, handbags, jewelry, and Simply Southern. Dove's Gift Shoppe is packed with giftable items, candles, WV Crafted wares, and souvenirs. Dove's Home Furnishings has your home fashion covered from window treatments, and shower curtains, to quilts, rugs, and more.
Water Stone offers shoes and clothing for every outdoor adventure sport — climbing, hiking, biking, running and swimming — in every age and every size. They can even line up a rock climbing trip with New River Mountain Guides who are based out of the same location.
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Water Stone Outdoors
101 W Wiseman AveWater Stone offers shoes and clothing for every outdoor adventure sport — climbing, hiking, biking, running and swimming — in every age and every size. They can even line up a rock climbing trip with New River Mountain Guides who are based out of the same location.
Art gallery and gift shop featuring local artists from Southern West Virginia and the surrounding region. Not to be missed.
Love Hope Center for the Arts
Art gallery and gift shop featuring local artists from Southern West Virginia and the surrounding region. Not to be missed.
New River Antique Mall
100 High StFind a treasure or a keepsake from the past.
Conseils aux voyageurs
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Saturday farmers market
Local fruits, veggies, crafts and more. Located in Downtown Fayetteville next to the Historic Courthouse. Saturday 8-12
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New Roots Community Farm
Buy seasonal veggies direct from the local farm collective every Thursday-Sunday from 1-6 pm. 167 Wolf Creek Rd. Fayetteville, WV 25840
Manières d'économiser
Watch your speed on Rt 19
The speed limit is strictly enforced along the corridor from Summersville to Mount Hope. It’s easy to pick up speed and exceed the 50mph so be mindful!
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Coffee and tea provided
Ground coffee is provided and can be found in the canister on the kitchen shelf next to the sugar.
There is a drip coffee maker with filters and a french press, plus an electric kettle. A selection of tea is also provided. Milk and creamer can be bought at the Swiftwater General store, located walking distance away.
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Kitchen Supplies
The kitchen is pretty well stocked with everything you’d need for a shorter stay. There are: pots, pans, and bakeware. The refrigerator has an ice machine and filtered water as well. You’ll also find basic spices, olive oil, plastic plates/bowls/platters for your kiddos and informal dining, plus ceramic dishes and glasses for adults.
Plastic storage containers and various sizes of ziploc bags, aluminum foil, and plastic wrap can be found in the drawers.