A simpler way of life awaits you at Capon Springs and Farms!
Capon Springs and Farms is a true old-fashioned getaway favored by residents of the Washington Metropolitan area. Originally founded as a 19th- century resort, Capon has been owned by multiple generations of the same family since 1932. Capon’s rich history and long-standing traditions create a a nostalgic feeling of “Coming Home”.
Situated on 4700 acres of breathtaking scenery in the majestic West Virginia mountains, Capon is located less than 2 hours from Washington, DC and approximately 40 minutes from Winchester, VA.
About Capon Springs and Farms, Inc.
Capon (pronounced "K-pin") Springs and Farms is a true old-fashioned getaway, which is located less than 2 hours from the Washington DC Metropolitan area. The resort is located on 4700 secluded acres with breathtaking scenery. A throwback to a simpler time and a slower pace of life, Capon offers a chance to unplug and reconnect with family, friends, and nature!
Our History: Located at the foot of the Great North Mountain in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia, the Capon Springs rises at the base of a huge vertical outcropping of Oriskany sandstone. The word Capon is thought to be of Shawnee origin meaning healing waters, medicine waters, or waters that heal. Henry Frye was the first to European to discover the springs circa 1765 and brought his wife to soak in the springs to heal her rheumatism. As the reputation of the water grew, a four-story Mountain House hotel with 168 rooms and room for 500 guests was built to accommodate the growing number of visitors who came to “take the waters”. In 1911 a fire destroyed the Mountain House, and the area fell into a state of disrepair for many years. In 1932, Lou Austin purchased the property on the county courthouse steps, and it is still owned by the Austin family today, entering its 93rd year in 2025.
In 1994 Capon was placed on the National Register of Historic Places, with many of the buildings in use today, dating back to the mid-nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.
With multiple generations of Austin family members, guests, and co-workers returning to Capon every season, it truly feels like "Coming Home".
The Employee Experience
Our Values
- Relationships
- Tradition
- Service
- Integrity
- Sustainability
At Capon Springs we will preserve our unique spirit and be a place that brings out the best in everyone: guests, co-workers, and Austin family; while creating lifelong memories and relationships for generations to come.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for Capon Springs and Farms is a person who embraces our values (relationships, tradition, service, integrity, sustainability). Capon Springs has filled the role of a "Home Away from Home" for generations of guests and it's the interaction between the guests, the Austin family, and our co-workers that sustains our business. A genuine desire to serve others and enhance the guest's experience is needed.
Capon is an ideal location for the outdoor enthusiast. Opportunities for hiking, biking, swimming, fishing, and kayaking/canoeing are available either on or near the resort. Capon is a great place to unplug from modern technology and embrace a simpler life and respect for nature. WI-FI and cell phone service are available for most carriers, but service is sometimes spotty.
Due to the changing staffing needs throughout our season, candidates who are flexible in job assignments and willing to work in different departments/roles as needed is a plus.
Room and Board
Limited onsite housing is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Housing is free, but a nominal fee may be charged for a cleaning/damage deposit. Access to free WIFI and laundry facilities available.
Complimentary meals are provided during the work shift.
Employee Perks
Co-Worker Activities and Events: Activities and events are provided for Capon co-workers throughout the season including a 4th of July celebration, Christmas Party, and other co-worker appreciation events.
Co-workers receive a 20% discount on all goods and services at Capon including at the Hygeia Bath House and Spa.
Complimentary meals are provided to co-workers during the work shift.
Residential co-workers will have use of resort recreation facilities during their downtime, including the pool, game courts, golf course, and hiking trails.
Getting Here and Getting Around
Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Reagan National Airport (DCA) are the closest airports to Capon Springs. Transportation can be arranged to and from the airport.
Public transportation is limited and it is recommended that co-workers have a personal vehicle for entertainment and shopping opportunities.
Limited onsite housing is within walking distance to the work location. Off-site housing may be available close to the resort but will require a vehicle or other means of transportation.
For Fun
Residential co-workers have access to the resort's recreation facilities including six scenic hiking trails on the property and many others nearby; two nine-hole golf courses, a regulation course and a short par three for traditional and fling golf; a spring-fed swimming pool; tennis and pickleball courts; as well as various other indoor and outdoor activities.
Winchester, VA is approximately a 35-minute drive and offers many entertainment, dining, and shopping opportunities.
Washington, DC is less than a 2-hour drive from the resort.
The surrounding area offers many opportunities for outdoor recreational activities such as hiking, fishing, swimming, and canoeing/kayaking.
How to Apply
Apply online.
Contact Info
- Serena Cline
- HR@caponsprings.net
- (304) 874-3695
- www.caponsprings.net
