A climber’s basecamp near the New River Gorge. For those who want to stay a while, work a little, and live a lot.

Discounts: 20% off per week | 30% off per month

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Many guests arrive planning to stay a few nights and end up staying a week, a month, or longer. The rhythm here makes it easy: climb in the morning, work a few hours in the afternoon, cook dinner with friends, and do it all again the next day.

The Arete is built for people who want to slow down, plug in, and become part of a small, friendly community while exploring one of the best climbing areas in the eastern United States.

 Longer stays are different from quick visits, and we’ve designed The Arete with that in mind.

• Weekly and monthly discounted rates
• Laundry facilities
• Storage space for gear
• Communal kitchen for cooking real meals
• A mix of quiet time and social time
• Easy access to groceries, coffee, and town
   

It’s the kind of place where routines form: morning coffee, checking conditions, working a few hours, heading to the crag, and sharing dinner in the evening.

More than anything, long stays are about people.

Here, you’ll meet climbers, travelers, guides, and remote workers from around the world. It’s easy to find partners, share beta, trade stories, and build friendships that last beyond a single trip.

The vibe is welcoming, low-ego, and supportive — an “upgraded dirtbag” community where everyone is here for the same reasons: good stone, good company, and a simple, meaningful way of living.