Capon Springs Resort, Hotel in den Vereinigten Staaten
Capon Springs Resort is a family-run hotel in West Virginia centered around natural mineral springs and characterized by Greek Revival architecture. The property includes a main house from 1887, historic bathhouses from the 1850s, numerous cottages, and recreational facilities such as a spring-fed pool, golf course, and tennis courts.
The springs were first discovered in 1765 by Henry Frye, who later settled the site after recognizing the water's healing properties. During the 1800s, the location developed into a popular health resort, but a fire destroyed the main building in 1911, leading to rebuilding efforts beginning in the 1930s under new ownership.
The name Capon Springs comes from the natural mineral springs that have drawn people for centuries. The way visitors gather at the old bathhouses and participate in the bathing tradition shows how central this practice remains to the resort's identity and daily life.
The resort operates from May through November and provides lodging in cottages, family-style meals, bathing experiences, and outdoor activities such as hiking and golf. Visitors should know that most rooms and common areas do not have modern electronics, helping to maintain the retreat's timeless character.
The spring water flows at about 60 gallons per minute from deep underground and maintains a constant temperature of around 65 degrees Fahrenheit year-round. The owning family provides the water free to the local community, a practice that has continued for decades and reflects the resort's deep ties to the area.
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