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The Penny Postcard Historic House

Family-friendly stay near Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books, music library, stereo
Dining
Outdoor dining
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Place, Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, John Brown's Fort
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the area

Harpers Ferry

In Harpers Ferry .With a stay at this Harpers Ferry vacation home, you'll be steps from Bolivar Community Park and a 5-minute walk from Vivo Day Spa. Also, Woodpecker Woods Wildlife Santuary is within half a mile (1 km) and Bolivar Heights Scenic Overlook is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bolivar Heights Scenic Overlook - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • John Brown Wax Museum - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • John Brown's Fort - 3 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Harpers Ferry Station - 5 min drive
  • Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Rabbit Hole - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Harpers Ferry Brewing - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬6 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.

The Penny Postcard Historic House

About this space
Calling history buffs of all stripes: This centrally-located home is a short 12-minute walk to historic Harpers Ferry & the Appalachian Trail.

Let this fully renovated 1900's home begin your journey to discovering the rich & distinctive history of our area. Historical touches of are sprinkled throughout the house--from vintage Harpers Ferry postcards to antique newspapers depicting the Civil War, vintage Appalachian Trail maps, and other throwback novelties.

Suitable for families and groups.
The space
We are all things wild & wonderful West Virginia and proud to celebrate the history and majesty of staying in one of the most beautiful and historic American towns. With vintage and antique penny postcards, pages of antique newspapers recounting the Civil War, and antique novelty plates decorating the walls, our house strives to give you a real sense of place.

This stone and plaster three-bedroom, two-bath house was built in 1900, but the interior is thoroughly modern and warm and sunny. Situated of a half-acre lot, you will have access to a large green yard, an abundance of highly coveted off-street parking, and a patio dining area.
Guest access
You will have access to the entire house and large backyard and patio area.
Other things to note
Wild & wonderful isn’t just a motto here in Harpers Ferry. Bolivar and Harpers Ferry are adjacent to the national park protected wilderness area, and the wildlife hasn’t heard about property lines yet! You may see wild animals on the property during your stay. In the early morning and late afternoon, deer will stroll over from the national park to graze on our grass. Possum and raccoon will roam the alleys looking for a snack. You may even see a snake or two or a big bug. These critters are all part of our ecosystem and we treat them with respect and caution. Like the old adage says, “look but don’t touch,” but our furry friends do make pretty good photo subjects.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Water-efficient toilets

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

The Penny Postcard Historic House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location. Down the street from the old town and national park. The host is incredible: friendly and communicative. One of my favorite locations to date.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette I.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie F.

Liked: Cleanliness

This and That

Nice place to stay needing some additional items . Great location. Wonderful playground with 7 slides a two minute walk away. Nearest regular grocery is 9 miles away. Hilly but fun walk into Harper’s Ferry. Easy to communicate with owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a lovely stay. The house was clean, updated, and charming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Perfect for four ladies on a getaway. The house was clean and comfortable. We loved the off street parking, and the location. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely historic home

The house is conveniently located in Bolivar which is just outside historic, Harper's Ferry. Also convenient to Harper's Ferry Historic Park and other historic locations. Nice wineries and shops to explore in close proximity to the house. House has all you need for a comfortable vacation. Many bedrooms and bathrooms. Kitchen had all the necessary appliances and utensils. Roomy living and dining spaces for gathering. Fun historical postcards reveal the character of the location. Highly recommend to anyone who loves history and a great location to spoke out and explore.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Harpers Ferry

Great place to stay while exploring Harpers Ferry and Antietam! House was cozy and clean. Lots of room to spread out and relax after spending the day exploring the local attractions. Host was friendly and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Lovely, comfortable and clean

My elderly father, my brother and his wife and I stayed in this lovely house for a weekend wedding of our cousin. The property was as described, and my father who uses a rollator to walk was able to have a very accessible experience with a ground floor, en suite bedroom. Amy was very responsive and thorough, and the three mini-splits kept us very comfy. The two downstairs queen beds are exceedingly comfortable (I slept really well), and the upstairs queen beds are definitely great for kids or folks with sturdy skeletons, and adequate for folks with any aches/pains (both my brother and his wife woke up slightly sore from the night but they were overall happy with the house as well).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni H., Phoenix

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time, location, host.

Family time. Excellent everything.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time

Nice place to stay. Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home base in Harper’s Ferry

Great location close to everything. Easy in and out. All amenities were available. We loved the record collection. WiFi was a little hit or miss but it doesn’t change my rating. Fantastic place and highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meg W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sisters Weekend

The property is very nice & quiet. It has 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms. The only problem we had was that both bathrooms are off of a bedroom. So the third bedroom can only access a bathroom by going into another bedroom. But the upstairs bedroom has two full/queen beds so we just doubled up two of us in one bedroom so we would all have access, especially in the night to a bathroom. I would recommend this place readily.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Penny Postcard Historic House

The house is perfect for exploring the historic battlefields and scenery. Great location. The house feels cozy, but with ample space for a family. Nice and clean with a great host. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wine weekend

We had a a fantastic stay! Very cozy house, cute town, perfect home base to visit some of the best wineries in VA. Home was stocked with everything we needed - easy communication with host. Loved having the fan in the downstairs bedroom. Loved all the historical touches. Would definately stay here again next year! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Great location. Host is very responsive to messages and concerns. Clean accommodations.Great off street parking. Beds are comfortable. Spacious enough for our family of 6 adults. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audra H., Simsbury, CT

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot near Harpers Ferry

This is a spacious, comfortable home. Walking distance to dining, wine and convenience store. A bit far to downtown Harpers Ferry, but doable. We brought our own grill for outdoor cooking. Amy was super responsive to all my questions prior to our trip. I'd recommend this location to friends and family if ever in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Stay

Our stay was perfect. Excellent location, space, super clean and a great host. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Duncan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice house.

Comfortable house, close to the national park trails. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Stay

Had a fun weekend with Historical and Ghost Tours. Great place to stay. Wound return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allen l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful location!

We had a truly wonderful stay in Harpers Ferry. Home was very clean with all the amenities we needed. So very comfortable! Amy was the best, she made sure our last minute reservation went through and we had all the information to get in at night. Would definitly stay again, hope to come back sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Nice Place to Stay

The house is located to where many local attractions are close by. Nice local are that is quiet at night and accessible during the day. Nice off street parking is provided at the house. It is nicely decorated and quite clean and comfortable. My communications with the host were quick and responsive. Look forward to staying again sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Moms trip

Great visit! The property was clean and perfect for our trip. Had everything we needed, very functional space, good parking, friendly and timely communication with the host. Would definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F., Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely place to stay

This house is incredibly cozy and comfortable. The 6 adults in our group fit comfortably and happily, and it is in a great location. Easy access to Harpers Ferry and Charles Town. The property manager is very communicative and quickly answered any questions we had about the property. We would recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023