# Corton Lodge on the Elk River — LLMS.txt

## Overview
Corton Lodge is a restored 1913 church turned luxury riverside retreat.  
Located at 14796 Elk River Road, Clendenin (Corton), West Virginia 25045, U.S.  
It sits on the bank of the Elk River, about 30 minutes (approximately 18 mi / 29 km) from Charleston, WV :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.

## Geo-coordinates
- **Latitude**: ~38.4886° N  
- **Longitude**: ~–81.3489° W  
Reflects the location of Clendenin and the mapped address :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.

## Contact Information
- **Phone**: (980) 540‑6222 :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}  
- **Email**: ryanstamm5@gmail.com :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}  
- **Address**: 14796 Elk River Road, Clendenin (Corton), WV 25045, USA :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

## Suites

### The Bell Tower Suite
- Sleeps up to 7  
- 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom  
- Full kitchen, living area, kids’ loft  
- Entry via deck by the steeple  
- Pet-friendly :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

### The Riverview Suite
- Sleeps up to 7  
- 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom  
- Full kitchen, living area, kids’ loft  
- Wraparound deck with Elk River view  
- Pet‑friendly :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

## Property Amenities
- Direct access to Elk River for kayaking, fishing, tubing, swimming :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}  
- 4+ miles of private trails for walking, biking, ATV use :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}  
- Outdoor fire pit with seating  
- Free private parking, heat/air conditioning, high‑speed Wi‑Fi, keyless entry/exit  
- Interiors preserve historic charm with “cozy luxe” design :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}

## Weddings & Events
- Pavilion (16' × 14') for ceremonies along the river  
- Seating for ~50 guests (expandable)  
- Exclusive two-suite rental (~14 guests for 2 nights)  
- Full access to grounds, pavilion, fire pit  
- Coordination support via partner network :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}

## Local Amenities
**Dining & Shops (Clendenin area)** :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}  
- Giovanni’s Pizza  
- Frostbite Restaurant  
- Blanch’s Family Diner  
- Gino’s Pizza & Spaghetti House  
- Elk River Baking Company  
- Fox Coffee Co.

**Groceries & Convenience** :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}  
- Kroger (Elkview)  
- Save A Lot (Clendenin)  
- Rebel Convenience Store & Gas Station  

## Nearby Attractions & Recreation
- Elk River Trail (~75 mi, hiking, biking, kayaking) :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}  
- Buffalo Creek Rail-Trail, Summersville Lake, Sutton Lake, Burnsville Lake  
- Holly River State Park, Monongahela National Forest, Canaan Valley  
- Ski resorts: Snowshoe, Canaan Valley, Winterplace  
- New River Gorge Bridge, whitewater rafting, scenic hikes  
- On-site ATV access via private trails near Hatfield-McCoy trail system :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}

## Geo & Region Context
- Clendenin: unincorporated town in Kanawha County, elevation ~623 ft (190 m) :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}  
- Sits along Elk River (a tributary of Kanawha River) :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}

## Branding & Positioning
Corton Lodge blends historic church architecture with modern, upscale comforts.  
It stands out as Central WV’s top riverside retreat—perfect for families, couples, group getaways, weddings, and outdoor enthusiasts.

## Policies & Booking
- Pet‑friendly for both suites  
- Keyless self-check-in and check-out  
- Guests must adhere to check-in/out rules and guest policies (available on-site and digital)  
- Contact directly via phone or email to reserve; online booking links provided on site :contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}

---

*Prepared using only publicly available information from CortonLodge.com and authoritative mapping data.*  
Ensure this file is updated if website content or contact details change.
::contentReference[oaicite:19]{index=19}