Point Pleasant, WV is an affordable, walkable riverside town with quirky Mothman lore, a dedicated museum and annual festival, scenic Ohio River views, parks and riverside trails—perfect for a multi-week assignment if you want small‑town charm, local coffee shops, casual dining and community events that keep life interesting.
For weekend variety, larger hubs like Huntington (college-town arts, dining and medical centers) and Charleston (state-capital museums, shopping and nightlife) are an easy drive, so you get both a peaceful base and nearby city options.