Forest Hill is undoubtedly one of the oldest areas within the Indian Creek and Greenbrier River Watersheds. Evidence of pre-historic peoples living in the area has long been discovered. Unusual mounds in the area caused great speculation by the early settlers in the western Virginia frontier. Today the pastoral, unincorporated farming community of Forest Hill has a fire department, several churches, a medical clinic, a post office, an art gallery, and an Amish baked goods store. Residents of Forest Hill enjoy four seasons of living in the southeastern region of West Virginia. The most recent census shows a population of 587 with a median age of 62.7 years. Forest Hill offers an excellent lifestyle and culture for long-time families as well as folks looking to resettle into an area with low property taxes and great freedom from the umbrella of rights that Mountaineers are always free.

Hinton is the southern gateway to the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. The town has a large historic district, a railroad museum, antique shops, and restaurants. After crossing the bridge at Hinton, you will begin driving alongside the New River down River Road. There are great riverside vistas on this favorite route for a casual drive along the waterfront. Boaters, motorcyclists, fishermen, and vehicle cruises on the roadway and the river are a common sight. Nestled in the foothills of the Allegheny mountains lies a place where the rivers flow, and the eagles soar. A place where small-town charm is around every corner and outdoor recreation is the norm. A place where porch sitting is earned after days spent hiking, biking, boating, and fishing. It is a place that remembers its past and looks toward the future.

Banking, healthcare facilities, a regional hospital, fast food restaurants, drugstores, grocery stores, hardware, auto parts, and farm supply are readily available in nearby Hinton, the county seat of Summers. Hinton has some local hometown restaurants that are great places to meet friends and enjoy a great home-cooked meal.

TALCOTT, HILLDALE, LOWELL, AND PENCE SPRINGS

The small communities of Talcott, Lowell, and Pence Springs are a vital part of the community. Talcott is the home of the famous John Henry legend and hosts a yearly festival called John Henry Days. Talcott has the John Henry Park, a museum, and a post office. Hilldale has a brand-new Dollar General Store plus a convenience general store with gasoline sales. Lowell is home to the famous Lowell Market, a general store with a deli with the best breakfast biscuits for miles around. The store sells food, sporting goods, bait, hardware, lottery tickets, along with a host of other goods. Pence Springs is the home of the incredible Pence Springs Flea Market, held Sundays from April the end of October. Dozens of vendors set up offering antiques, collectibles, guns, households, and various goods and tools. Another mainstay in Pence Springs is the Country Road Store, known to locals as the Pence Springs Wallyworld. The stocked inventory includes food, gasoline and fuels, pizza, sporting goods, camping supplies, and hardware. As a former owner, Bird Keatley used to say, If we dont have it, do you really need it? Greenbrier Girls Academy sitting high on a knoll in the Pence, is a private school on the grounds of the former Pence Springs Hotel.

HIGHLIGHTS

30 Acres +/-

The beautiful Indian Creek Valley of Summers and Monroe

1432 square foot +/- home

Constructed circa 1947

A spring is located in the field area

Mix of forest and open meadow, excellent for wildlife

Three bedrooms

Two baths

Large covered front porch 26 x 15

Carpet and vinyl flooring

Spacious kitchen cabinetry

Natural gas range

Built-in dishwasher

Wild and Wonderful Summers County

Beautiful pastoral views

Located in a farming community

Washer and dryer hookup on the entry-level

Modern replacement vinyl windows

Natural gas radiant heat

Rheem central air conditioner

Ceiling fans

Detached two-car garage

Excellent recreational area for kids and adults

Shingle roof

Drilled well

Paved driveway

Low property taxes

Septic system

Volunteer fire department 0.4 miles

Easy walking distance to the post office

On a school bus route

Amish Community nearby

Only a short drive to thousands of public acres at Bluestone Wildlife Management

Easy drive to Pipestem Resort State Park

10-minute drive to golf at the Hinton Elks Club

25-minute drive to Fountain Springs Golf Course

2 minutes to the Monroe Health Center medical clinic

Historic Cooks Mill in nearby Greenville

Three rivers converge in nearby Hinton

ARH Summers County Hospital, a 10-minute drive

Wonderful Indian Creek is a short drive

Gotta Stop convenience and Dollar General 10-minute drive

Minutes to Peterstown, historic Union, and Hinton

Easy drive to Roanokes jet airport

Amtrak train station at nearby Hinton

Pence Springs Flea Market is a 15-minute drive

Superior access by state-maintained paved roads FedEx, UPS, and USPS delivery

Cell phone coverage is good with Verizon

Fur-bearing deer, black bear, squirrel, rabbit, bobcat, raccoon, fox, chipmunk, opossum

Winged wildlife eagles, hawks, owls, ravens, turkeys, and Neotropical songbirds

* Square footage is derived from public records

HOME DETAILS

ROOM SIZES

Room name - size

Eat in Kitchen 13 x 11

Living Room 19 x 16

Master bedroom 13 x 10

Master bath with washer and dryer 9 x 9

Bedroom Two 11 x 10

Bedroom Three 11 x 10

Bath Two 7 x 5

Hall 9 x 5

Bonus room 19 x 6

Covered front porch 26 x 15