Whispering Springs Haven
We are centrally located:
Off 1-79 Exit 51, Frametown, in Braxton County
within the Mountain Lakes Region of Central West Virginia.
Culturally, the region offers some of the best:
• West Virginia made juried fine arts and crafts
• performing arts centers
• fine gourmet or home-style country dining
• entertainment cafes
• antique and collectible shops or name brand outlet stores.
Our rolling hills, peaceful countryside, dramatic vistas and deep
clear waters offer awe-inspiring landscapes. Explore national, public
and state parks, Native American history, cultural and heritage
centers, art museums and more.
Activities include:
• Hiking
• Mountain biking
• Skiing
• Whitewater sports
• Zip lining
• Horseback riding
• Hot air ballooning
Within 20 minutes:
Visit our neighboring country towns nestled along the scenic Elk River:
Historic Sutton: Braxton County Seat featuring:
- WV Made Fine Arts and Crafts Arts District
- Landmark Studio of the Arts, Live Plays and Musical Performances
- Home of the Annual West Virginia Film Festival (September Event)
- Café Cimino Gourmet Restaurant
- Entertainment cafes, restaurants, movie theater and events
Gassaway
- Town Supply and Specialty Gift Shops
- Black Rooster Gourmet Restaurant and WV Made Fine Arts and Crafts
- Braxton Jamboree Bluegrass concerts and events
- Restaurants and Deli
Sutton Lake Area -
- Bee Run Stables - Horseback Riding
- Bee Run Recreation Area - swimming, fishing, boat rentals, picnic area
Five of West Virginia's major lakes are located within the region -
• Sutton Lake is within 1/2 hour drive
Burnsville, Stonewall Jackson, Stonecoal, Summersville
are within 1 hour drive.
All offer:
• Protected Swimming
• Fishing
• Boat Rentals and Scenic Tours
(Our canoe is available for trips to Sutton Lake and Elk River)
Within 1/2 to 1 1/2 hour drive:
Flatwoods -
- Flatwoods Outlet Stores
- Bulk Foods
- Fast Food Restaurants
- Mountain Lakes Amphitheater
New River Gorge Region: Outdoor Recreation Capital of Eastern US -
- White Water Sports: Rafting, Canoeing, Kayaking
- Hiking, Mountain Biking, Rock Climbing, Skiing and Fishing
Fayetteville and Summersville Area -
Shopping Centers, Movie Theaters, Water Sports, Hot Air Ballooning, Winery
Beckley - Tamarack, The Best of West Virginia
- Juried Fine Arts and Crafts
- Foods and Wine
- Working Artists Studios
- Gallery Exhibitions
Charleston - State Capital and metropolitan cultural center (1 hour south)
Morgantown - WV University and metropolitan cultural center (1 1/4 hours North)