158 Academy Lane, Pence Springs, WV 24962

This historic resort hotel property is offered for sale with 44,000 SF of finished buildings on 140 acres+/-. The three-story hotel building totals about 25,000 SF and has been recently used for education, lodging, and headquarters, with a Grand Lobby featuring a fireplace, vaulted ceiling elements, and a Grand Ballroom/dining room. The entry level includes numerous offices with solid cherry hardwood floors, while the first and second floors provide remodeled conference and meeting space, offices, and 20 rooms with shared restrooms. A full basement with walkouts supports the compound, and the third floor has the same footprint as the first and second levels. Recent updates reported include 2025 renovations (solid oak hardwood flooring, ceiling and paint work), plus prior improvements such as modern vinyl windows, a propane furnace, and a hotel roof replacement.

The campus includes a 7,400 SF fitness center and gymnasium and a 6,000 SF two-story arts and educational building with a large covered porch, along with additional multipurpose sunroom space and covered porches and decks. Utilities noted are public water and sewer. The grounds are described as a mix of forest and open areas with miles of roads and trails, a mountain pond, and an established horse component that includes a 2,900 SF eight-stall stable with electric and a private well, plus a covered riding center and 13 mountain yurts for camping and outings. The property is also described as adjoining a flea market, with a convenience store and gas station within walking distance.

Configured for flexible operation, this offering may fit hospitality and retreat concepts, private education, or recovery and corporate/government retreat use, based on the building’s existing education and lodging layout and the presence of event, dining, and fitness amenities. Additional features noted include a huge commercial kitchen, numerous offices, and the potential for outdoor programming across the property’s roads, trails, and water-related recreation access described for nearby rivers.