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Riverside cottage, minutes from historic Harpers Ferry! Private river access!

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Smart TV, fireplace, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Bolivar Heights Scenic Overlook
    11 min drive
  • Vivo Day Spa
    11 min drive
  • Nash Farm
    13 min drive
  • Hagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional)
    51 min drive

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About the area

Harpers Ferry

With a stay at this vacation home in Harpers Ferry, you'll be a 3-minute walk from Potomac River and within a 5-minute drive of Chesapeake and Ohio Canal. .This vacation home is 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historic Park.
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What's nearby

  • Civil War Living History Museum - 11 min drive
  • Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters - 12 min drive
  • Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - 13 min drive
  • John Brown's Fort - 13 min drive
  • Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Harpers Ferry Station - 13 min drive
  • Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Harpers Ferry Brewing - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Blue Moon Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lilah Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mecklenburg Inn - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Riverside cottage, minutes from historic Harpers Ferry! Private river access!

YOUR RIVERSIDE HOME
Treat yourself to an entire private home overlooking the peaceful Potomac River and only 7 miles from downtown Harpers Ferry. Bring your watercraft and slip it into a private boat launch for a fun, lazy day of fishing, floating or boating.

This 1200 square foot home with central air conditioning and heating is newly renovated with living room, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, full kitchen, dining area and deck. Private parking is available for 2 vehicles. Wifi is available on site.

Walk in to a spacious, homey living room with a wall mounted Roku TV. The living room allows access to a long 2nd story deck featuring outdoor furniture and a stunning view of the Potomac River.

Bedroom 1 is carpeted and includes a comfy queen bed, full closet, 2 side tables with lamps and ceiling fan. This bedroom offers a lovely view of the Potomac. Bedroom 2 is carpeted and includes two twin beds, 1 table and lamp, and ceiling fan.

A Futon couch, which folds out to accommodate an additional guest, is located on the lower level. Bed linens for the Futon are available upon request at no extra charge.

The cottage has two full bathrooms with shower, sink and toilet upstairs along with towels and bathing amenities. The large downstairs bathroom includes a combination tub/shower, toilet, sink, towels and bathing amenities. Clothes washer and dryer are also located in this lower bathroom.

Guests can access the lower level of the home from the private parking area. In addition to the 2nd bathroom, the lower level includes a fully equipped kitchen with electric stove & oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, toaster and coffee maker. Dishes, cookware and utensils are provided. The dining area includes a table and chairs that will comfortably seat 6.

Walk or drive down to the peaceful Potomac River where you can enjoy swimming, tubing, fishing and boating. Our riverside commons provide a lovely spot for lawn games, picnics, or just lazing by the river.

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS
What winds your clock? The region is famous for river sports, hiking, biking, antiquing and, of course, iconic Civil War sites and memorials. Or perhaps you’re more into horse racing, casinos or breweries. Whatever it is, you’ll find it only minutes away from Potomac Overlook Cottage! Here are just a few of the many nearby attractions:

 HISTORIC HARPERS FERRY
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g60722-Activities-Harpers_Ferry_West_Virginia.html

 CIVIL WAR BATTLEFIELDS
https://www.battlefields.org/visit/battlefields/harpers-ferry-battlefield

 MARYLAND HEIGHTS TRAIL
https://www.nps.gov/hafe/planyourvisit/maryland-heights-trail.htm

 HARPERS FERRY ADVENTURE CTR
https://harpersferryadventurecenter.com/

 C&0 CANAL TOWPATH
https://www.canaltrust.org/discoveryarea/harpers-ferry/

 JOYLINE RAILROAD AND TOY TRAIN MUSEUM https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/west-virginia/harpers-ferry-joy-line-railroad-wv/

 SHEPHERDSTOWN
https://shepherdstown.info/

 CHARLES TOWN RACEWAY
https://www.hollywoodcasinocharlestown.com/racing

 HOLLYWOOD CASINO
https://www.hollywoodcasinocharlestown.com/casino

 HARPERS FERRY BREWERY
https://www.yelp.com/biz/harpers-ferry-brewing-purcellville



Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
This smoke-free vacation home features books, games, and a playground.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Kayaking on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111.5 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Riverside cottage, minutes from historic Harpers Ferry! Private river access! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location on the Potomac minutes from Harpers Ferry
Great year round location. Owners are nearby if issues occur. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Levi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Celebration in Harpers Ferry
This was a beautiful location, the host was kind and attentive, and the home was cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Joanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Spot for an Overnight!
We were looking to unplug for a night, and this cottage was the perfect spot! Clean and well kept, calm and quiet surroundings. One note is that the WiFi was not working. We didn’t need it for our trip, but something to keep in mind!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cozy stay
Myself and my family stayed at the riverside cottage for one night while visiting Harpers Ferry. Checkin was easy and the cottage was cozy and homely. Didn't have much time to explore the surroundings but the view of the river was lovely to wake up to! Thank you for having us
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

adam S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little spot!
This place was VERY clean and nice. The owner lives fairly close and was available for questions. Over all I would rate this spot very highly!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregg W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place in the perfect spot!
Me and a couple buddies were passing through Harper's Ferry and at the last minute decided to stay the night. I found this beautiful home on VRBO and wow, it was perfect. The house had been nicely updated and has a great view of the river . . . but what impressed us the most was how clean it was. From the floors, to the bedding, to the bathrooms . . . exceptionally neat and clean! Only a few minutes from downtown Harper's Ferry this place is a gem - highly recommend. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation by the River
Driving up to the property we were all struck by the beauty of the surroundings. The house was very comfortable with a well equipped kitchen and several comfortable areas to relax in. The balcony overlooking the river was a lovely place to soak in the beauty! Highlights of the local area for us included hiking around Antietam and enjoying mulled wine and music at a local winery.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina M., Waxhaw, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin with great views of the Potomac!
What a lovely cabin! The neighborhood is quiet; the beds are comfortable; and there is plenty of hot water. Just minutes from Harper’s Ferry Nat’l Park and within 20 minutes of Antietam Battlefield, this is a great location - especially considering you are along the banks of the Potomac River. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Harper's Ferry home
Beautiful home in a great location for visiting Harper's Ferry area. The home was as described and the hosts thought of everything you thought you needed and more that you didn't think of. I look forward to returning here again for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

kris n.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful quiet location
Beautiful, quiet location. The house is well-appointed and thoughtfully decorated. We would definitely rent again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Harpers Ferry Getaway
Wonderful view of the river, house was perfect for our group size and location. Owner easily accessible and set up an area for us to have a fire. Internet was in/out making movie time a little frustrating. Would gladly come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient to hiking and Harpers Ferry
Great location and not far from Harpers Ferry and Harpers Ferry National Park. There are so many hiking trails and historical sites in the area. After a day of hiking we enjoyed a glass of wine on the upper porch of this cute cottage overlooking the Potomac river. The lane the cottage is on is quiet and peaceful. I would return again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location!!
This home is in a great location for visiting all of the historic areas and excellent wineries. It has all of the comforts of home AND with an amazing view. The home is picture perfect - warm and welcoming and wonderfully decorated. We look forward to returning again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location and very clean!
My sisters and I had the privilege of staying here for a weekend to visit and share some memories of our mother. She passed in May and was a collector of cookie cutters (3 totes worth). We sorted and took turns choosing ones that spoke to us. Taking time in between to sit on the balcony, down by the river, going in to Shepherdstown and Harper's Ferry to shop and dine. Only complain we had was the Internet was very spotty which made communicating with our families a little difficult at times. Thanks for a wonderful place to help out hearts heal.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tami B., Friedens usa

Liked: Cleanliness
Harpers Ferry
Great relaxing stay! The location to Harpers Ferry made our weekend fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenda D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful stay.
We enjoyed our stay at the river cottage. It was close to all the sites we had planned to visit. Cottage was clean and well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil and relaxing
Thoughtful was our first impressions of our hosts. They had some nice touches that showed they care about the little things to make your stay easier. We only stayed a night but got to enjoy the short walk down to the Potomac and the short drive into Harper's Ferry with abundant deer sightings. Great location and wonderfully responsive hosts. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naomi N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would come again
We had a very short stay but would stat longer. Very clean, comfortable beds and pleasant overall. Quiet area close to river! Kids appreciated the snacks. I appreciated the nightlights in strategic places and the electric kettle!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia J.

Liked: Cleanliness
2 night stay
2 adults and 3 teens stayed here and it was a good fit. The hill down to the river was more steep than we expected but the kids had no problem with it. The house was clean, had basic necessities. Communication with the owners was good. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Check in was easy. The cottage was peaceful and fully accommodated with toiletries, snacks, and cooking items like seasoning and oil. Great view from the back porch!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

KRISTIN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful home and hosts! 10 stars!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cottage with a beautiful view!
Couldn't have asked for anything more. Everything was perfect with the cottage and the view of the Potomac as absolutely amazing! Scott was great with communication and got us checked in an hour ahead of schedule with just one simple message that morning. We will definitely be back if we have plans to be in the Harper's Ferry area again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, cool & comfortable!
Quiet neighborhood, with 2ed floor private deck overlooking the Potomac River. The owners have thought of everything & provided many comforts. Great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cottage
The cottage was very nice and clean. It was well-equipped with amenities and was a nice size - would be great for a small family. The walk to the river is down a pretty steep hill so be prepared for that. Also maybe take camp chairs if you want to sit by the river. Very quiet and peaceful setting with a nice view of the river from the balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Michelle M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Buggy
The property itself was very nice and exactly what I expected based on the pictures and listing. Way too many bugs for our liking. Multiple earwigs and ants were killed before we even made it upstairs. Had to handle a few spiders which probably wouldn't have even really hit our radar if it wasn't for all of the other bugs we had already dealt with. Did not use any dishes before pre washing because anything stored in the cabinets had tiny dead bugs/flies on them.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024