Our Town

This is a birdseye view of Davis this Autumn taken from the southeast. The new WV32 bridge and the Shop-n-Save grocery is in the foreground. William Avenue is Davis' main street, named after one of its founder's sons. The large stone building at the left is Davis' most prominent old structure -- originally the National Bank of Davis. At the turn of the century the train station would have been visible just short of the bank building, where you see the low roofs of the abandoned motel. North of William is Thomas, also named after a son. The small houses along Thomas are mostly built in the early 1900's through 1920's, replacing the federal-style box-shaped and often adjoined buildings that originally lined Thomas. The photo was taken by Ludovic Moore.

Sunset in Timberline after Thanksgiving

This scene unfolded Sunday evening and lingered for about 5 minutes total. I was reminded why it is better to be here as much as possible. There is simply too much to miss. But in case you weren't this photo is for you.

Hypno blizzard

Some shots of Thanksgiving 'eve' and the arrival of the new roaster...

ready, set, order a latte

Ok mongol hordes, vandals, visigoths, telefarians, natives and colonists: you may descend upon Hypno Coffee for a shot. They started serving today.
This a picture of a frustrated Dave the Plumber getting that last P-trap to hold...so now it's tight. Hypno Coffee is there for you now.

Hypno Monday (I think)

Thank you Larry and Dave for working today to get counters and plumbing installed at the new location for Hypno Coffee, in our Blackwater Overlook building. Looks like the business will be open Monday and shaking out the kinks for the next few days...so Thanksgiving week is looking great. If you'll be in the Valley for the holiday, please come in and visit Hypno Coffee..

The address is 737 William Avenue. As you approach Davis on WV219 from the north you will pass Grant County Bank on the right and Sawmill Restaurant on the left. Then watch for it on the right in the red brick building.

This winter we're planning this one

While financial planning is underway for this project I am seeking the three retail tenants. Possible categories include handcrafted foods, children's toys or clothing, hobbies such as model trains or puzzles, mountain sports, wildlife and environment-related hobbies, art or photograghy gallery, and community-focused non-profit. I seek businesses that will be of interest to working residents, retirees, weekenders, and tourists. Riverwalk Spa is designed but construction will not start until the 3 retail tenants are moved in and open.

Classic Victorian Done and for rent

This beautiful 5 bedroom house has 3 new baths and a new kitchen. Great light, high ceilings, ample common areas and a sunroom with southern exposure. Master with ensuite bath and nice mountain view from high up in Davis. Scope it out at www.damaps.com/wv/2001

Rent the whole house for Dec-Mar for ~2,000/month (short term rate) furnished with cable, internet and all utilities. Plan B is to rent individual bedrooms (furnished or no) with shared common spaces with a 6 month+ lease, $400-575.