Around here

Distances are drive time from the cottage. Many spots deliver through DoorDash — just enter 260 Hillcrest Manor Dr, Chester, WV at doordash.com.

Outdoors & on the water

• Tomlinson Run State Park — fishing, boating, hiking, water park. 5 min (left on Rt 8, watch for the sign).New Manchester, WV
• Chester boat docks — 5 min. Towing a boat? Park it at our house lot (any size fits) and it's a short walk back to the cottage.
• Beaver Creek State Park (OH) — rugged trails along a wild & scenic river. 20 min.
• Raccoon Creek State Park (PA) — beach, boating, hiking. 20 min.
• Lake Austin — fishing and pontoon rentals, beach, no license needed. 40 min.1002 Township Rd 285A, Toronto, OH · (740) 544-5253

Things to do

• Mountaineer Casino & Resort — horse racing, casino, restaurants, live music. 15 min.1420 Mountaineer Cir, New Cumberland, WV · (800) 804-0468
• The Pavilion at Star Lake — big outdoor concert venue. 25 min.Burgettstown, PA
• Hilltop Drive-In — movies under the stars since 1949. 5 min (right on Rt 8).
• Museum of Ceramics — in the pottery capital of the U.S. 10 min.East Liverpool, OH
• PA Motor Speedway — dirt-track racing. 30 min.
• Kennywood — classic amusement park. About 1 hr (West Mifflin, PA).
• Pittsburgh — about 50 min.
• Hancock County Dog Park — small- and large-dog areas. 5 min.

Eat & drink

• Saddle Ridge — outdoor tiki bar & grill, family-friendly. 5 min.2097 Lincoln Hwy, Chester, WV · (304) 459-3135
• The Vault — taproom & restaurant in an old bank, rooftop seating, 32 taps, dog-friendly patio. 10 min.200 E 5th St, East Liverpool, OH · (330) 964-8380
• Ohio Valley Pizza Co. — our favorite for pizza and subs. 13 min.541 Washington St, Newell, WV · (304) 459-3559
• The Family Kitchen & Smokehouse — hearty local cooking in Chester. 8 min.817 Carolina Ave, Chester, WV · (304) 387-2799
• Casa de Emanuel — Italian, homemade sauce and wedding soup. 10 min.460 Mulberry St, East Liverpool, OH · (330) 382-9255
• Squids Brewery — family-owned taproom, food trucks, dog-friendly patio. 25 min. Open Thu–Sun.800 Federal St, Toronto, OH · (740) 219-1995

Also close by: Connie's Corner (home cooking, all day), Jack's Diner (good breakfast), Bob Evans (16230 Dresden Ave, E. Liverpool · (330) 385-1900), White Stallion, Shorty's Place, Coaches Burger Bar, El Paso Mexican Grill, 1942 Tacos & Tequila, Ringo's Pig Pen BBQ, Chef Ray's, Bruno's Pizza, King Buffet, plus McDonald's and Taco Bell in Chester.

Groceries & supplies

• Giant Eagle — quality grocery. 10 min.619 Bradshaw Ave, East Liverpool, OH
• Sparkle Market — grocery. 10 min.1000 N Chester St, New Cumberland, WV
• Walmart Supercenter — 15 min.16280 Dresden Ave, East Liverpool, OH
• Dollar General — firewood, charcoal, and basics. 5 min.1963 Lincoln Hwy, Chester, WV · (304) 912-8252
• Beresford's Craft Meats & Deli — great butcher. 15 min.