Visit the historic Page-Vawter House : This one of a kind Victorian home was established in 1890.
Page-Vawter House in the town of Ansted in Fayette County, West Virginia was built in 1889-90 by company carpenters of the Gauley Mountain Coal Company for the family of William Nelson Page, who was company president. The palatial Victorian mansion is located on a knoll in the middle of town. William and Emma (née Gilham) Page raised their four children there, attended by a staff of 8 servants.
Architect William Minter designed the house in a Gothic style. It has 15 regular rooms, plus a butler’s pantry and a dressing room. There are 11 fireplaces with hand-carved wooden mantels; most are in different styles. Even the doors have ornately decorated hinges.[2] The exterior features 52 8-foot-tall windows[3]
According to author and railroad historian H. Reid in his book The Virginian Railway (Kalmbach, 1961), it was in this mansion that Page developed the plans for the coal-hauling Virginian Railway, which was financed by industrialist Henry Huddleston Rogers and became the “Richest Little Railroad in the World” after its completion in 1909. The nearby railroad town of Page was named for him.
The mansion was later occupied by several generations of the Vawter family. In the 21st century, it still stands as evidence of the once-thriving coal business. It underwent a ground up restoration in 2007.
The Page-Vawter House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1985.
The house was purchased in 2007 by Jim and Debbie Campbell. The Campbell’s lovingly restored the house to it’s original glory, using the Gauley Mountain blueprints.
In 2021, Dana Pauley and William Harmon bought the house with aspirations of running their own inn. The Pauley-Harmons fell in love with the gorgeous home, and look forward to sharing the rich history with guests.
Ansted is a place rich in history, a small town with an innovative approach to growth. Explore Fayette County West Virginia.
New River Gorge Bridge
New River Gorge Bridge
The New River Gorge Bridge is one of the most photographed places in West Virginia.Anchor link
Dining & Shopping
Dining & Shopping
Find unique gifts and one of a kind dining in Ansted, West Virginia.Anchor link
Hawk's Nest State Park
Hawk's Nest State Park
Hawks Nest State Park is a 270-acre recreational area with a nature museum, aerial tramway, jetboat rides, hiking trails and one of the most challenging whitewater boating waterways in the nation.Anchor link
Midland Trail Scenic Byway
Midland Trail Scenic Byway
From Ansted, walk 2.5 miles down the Ansted-Hawks Nest rail trail to the bottom of the New River Gorge.Anchor link
For all your special events, let the Page Vawter House be your perfect setting for catered affairs, weddings, receptions, breakfasts, luncheons, bridal or garden tea time, and dinners. Tours and Consultations by appointment only.
Feel at home while you stay at the Page Vawter House
Free Wifi
Private Rooms
Air Conditioning
TV
Free Parking
Free Coffee
Toiletries
Full Kitchen
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What other think about us
Jess
What an amazing place!!! Staying at the Page Vawter House was a fantastic experience. Dana is a terrific host.
Tonya
A bride to be! Such a great shower! Page-Vawter House in Ansted WV Brooke Logan, Thanks to everyone that helped and attended! Thank you to Dana, our host at the Page-Vawter House! So beautiful!
Emily
This historical home hosts a welcoming atmosphere accompanied by excellent accommodations. It is located within a close proximity to many wonderful attractions. If you are seeking cleanliness, history, and adventure I highly suggest you stay here.
