Book a holiday rental for your Athens getaway
Learn about the unique charm of Athens with a stay in a holiday home rental. This city has something for everyone. Many of our holiday rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters and sometimes even a hot tub—perfect for a relaxing getaway.
Activities and attractions in and around Athens
Do you want to discover things to do in the area? Venture out of your holiday home and check out everything that makes Athens a fun spot to go on holiday. Here are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Pipestem Resort State Park Championship Course (5.9 mi / 9.5 km)
- Winterplace Ski Resort (11.1 mi / 17.9 km)
- Fright Nights WV (17.4 mi / 27.9 km)
- Pipestem Championship Golf Course (5.7 mi / 9.2 km)
- Princeton Elks Country Club Golf Course (11.7 mi / 18.9 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Athens
Whether you're an adventurous traveller or just want to appreciate the scenery, Athens is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. Here are a few of the area's most stunning natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Brush Creek Falls (2.5 mi / 4.1 km)
- Bluestone State Park (11.3 mi / 18.3 km)
- Bluestone Lake (12.3 mi / 19.9 km)
- Jefferson National Forest (22.3 mi / 35.9 km)
- Sun Valley Lake (5 mi / 8 km)
- Bluestone River (5.6 mi / 9 km)
Travelling to and around Athens
The nearest airport is in Beckley, WV (BKW-Raleigh County Memorial), located 22.8 mi (36.7 km) from the city centre.