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

Harpers Ferry vacation home with kitchen

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Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Place, Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hagerstown, MD (HGR-Hagerstown Regional)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the area

Harpers Ferry

In Harpers Ferry .A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Potomac River and 6 miles (10 km) of Chesapeake and Ohio Canal. Woodpecker Woods Wildlife Sanctuary and Sam Michaels Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters - 12 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - 12 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races - 15 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Antietam National Battlefield - 20 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Summit Point Motorsports Park - 27 min drive - 32.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Moon Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Alstadts Ale House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Press Room - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Rock Spring Retreat - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬13 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



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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Kayak

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: 1,200 square feet

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Riverside cottage, minutes from historic Harpers Ferry! Private river access! to the airport?

This vacation home is 19.9 mi (34-min drive) away from the Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Riverside cottage, minutes from historic Harpers Ferry! Private river access! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Riverside cottage, minutes from historic Harpers Ferry! Private river access! to the beach?

This vacation home is 15.6 mi (28-min drive) from Shenandoah Lake Beach.

Does Riverside cottage, minutes from historic Harpers Ferry! Private river access! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Riverside cottage, minutes from historic Harpers Ferry! Private river access!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Riverside cottage, minutes from historic Harpers Ferry! Private river access!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Riverside cottage, minutes from historic Harpers Ferry! Private river access!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Riverside cottage, minutes from historic Harpers Ferry! Private river access! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Riverside cottage, minutes from historic Harpers Ferry! Private river access! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Riverside cottage, minutes from historic Harpers Ferry! Private river access! to downtown Harpers Ferry?

This vacation home is 3.4 mi away from Harpers Ferry.

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 156 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 156 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 156 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 156 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 156 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lee R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall great experience w/ host & unit. Would stay there again, fairly close to the historic areas of Harper's Ferry and local activities. Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect homebase to unwind in after long days of hiking and exploring nearby areas. Squeaky clean, comfy furnishings, quiet and relaxing grounds. Host provided every amenity needed. Really appreciated the porch and lovely views.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jay M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed the proximity to Harpers Ferry and nearby hiking trails. The balcony overlooking the Potomac was a welcome bonus. The kitchen was well-equipped and a nice place to hang out while preparing breakfast. The hosts were very responsive and always answered our emails. We had a great stay. It is a very good value for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bev W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage is cozy, clean and offers a beautiful view of the mountains and river. It’s conveniently located 10 minutes from Harper’s Ferry. The kitchen was adequately equipped for simple meals. The community park along the river, accessible down the backyard hill or road, is great for kids to play or to have a fire and has bathrooms available.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Norma H., Sioux Falls

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable stay with beautiful scenery and abundant history surrounding us. Perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was great and we truly appreciated the amenities and products left for us, especially the feminine care products. I will say we did notice some of the dishes were not completely clean and stove had a lot of dead bugs on it. The light above in the stove hood has a ton of dead bug inside it which i think might be where they are coming from. Aside from that, the property was fantastic, beautiful location, we loved the deck, and it was great to be so close to harpers ferry.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Debra C., Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location with beautiful views quiet area. Our host was very attentive/available.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything that we needed was there and easily found. The host promptly took care of any concerns.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tyler R. W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful time on the property and visiting the surrounding areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness
This this is a sweet little cottage that shows pride of ownership down to every detail. We had a nice stay with our adult children and enjoyed exploring the Harpers Ferry area and Maryland Heights.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Barry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an amazing stay! The place was spotless, comfortable, and had beautiful views that made the trip even more special. There were plenty of great food options nearby, which made everything very convenient.This trip meant a lot to us — I even got engaged during our stay! It will always be a special memory, and this property was the perfect setting. Highly recommend and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Susan R., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
We truly felt welcome and Scott'scommunication was 5 star!
Views of a frozen Potomac River backyard -- the neighborhood was so peaceful and the scenery was gorgeous!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Allison M., Mechanicsburg, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay at this property. Property was very clean and hosts were excellent with communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family really enjoyed the cottage and it was the perfect spot from which to explore Harper's Ferry. The property was very clean and thoughtfully stocked when we arrived. Everything we needed for a comfortable stay from extra blankets to night lights was provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family spent Christmas at this wonderful home, and it was the perfect holiday getaway. The house itself is incredibly cozy, but the real highlights were the magnificent views and the easy river access—which the anglers in our group loved for some holiday fishing! We spent our evenings staying warm around the fire pit, soaking in the atmosphere. The hosts were excellent and made us feel right at home. We highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for a peaceful, cozy retreat!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We has a nice stay. Host was very accommodating!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The host was very welcoming and the stay was great. Very convenient to all the attractions. The host left guides and recommendations.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina Y., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Great communication with the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Although I never met my hostess, the cottage stay was easy to book and just as advertised. Fantastic views, well stocked kitchen, and a personal greeting on wet board. Gas fireplace was warm and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful relaxing view from the back deck. Had a great night's sleep in the comfy bed. Loved relaxing in front of the fireplace. Scott and Margie were great hosts and were reachable. Thanks for a fantastic weekend!
View from the deck
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shellie P., Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness
Great set up.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shara C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great host responses and very clean home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
This rental is minutes from Harpers Ferry and Shepardstown. The balcony has comfortable furniture with a lovely view of the Potomac. Saw tons of deer. Well stocked kitchen and toiletries provided. The steps are a bit steep, but then we're all in our 70's and 80's. Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linsey R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay and enjoyed the balcony and fire place! The views were great also
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delene R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a very nice stay. There were a lot of bugs on the floors. Could have used some baking dishes. We left flour in fridge. There needed to have sugar, flour and things that people would need. When we have gone to other B&Bs places they would have things like that for people.Tried to log in on tv to use our account to you tube tv but didn’t have a code for Roku. Better access to the river from the house. People have a hard time going up and down.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

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