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

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

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

  • Smoke-free property

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

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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

About the neighborhood

Map
Harpers Ferry, WV

What's nearby

  • Bolivar Heights Scenic Overlook - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Civil War Living History Museum - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters - 12 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - 13 min drive - 11.5 km
  • John Brown's Fort - 13 min drive - 11.6 km

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside cottage, minutes from historic Harpers Ferry! Private river access! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riverside cottage, minutes from historic Harpers Ferry! Private river access! located?

Situated in Harpers Ferry, this vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Potomac River and within 6 mi (10 km) of Chesapeake and Ohio Canal and Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historic Park. Woodpecker Woods Wildlife Santuary and Sam Michaels Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 97 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Esther C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage near Harper's Ferry

This was a perfect clean comfortable place to stay while exploring the Harper's Ferry area. Hosts Scott and Margie are friendly and welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Levi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Steve A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

adam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Tami B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Harpers Ferry

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

10/10 Excellent

kris n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Glenda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Nicola B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Regina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Robyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend spot

Very clean, quiet, and close to nearby attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Claire M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Cottage was spotless and in a ideal, peaceful spot! We had a great stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Not much to say other than it was a great stay. Scott was super responsive for the few questions we had and everything was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

8/10 Good

RANDY R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

weekend getaway

Enjoyed our time away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Not B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Almost heaven

Just what we we're looking for in a west Virginia weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and Quaint

We enjoyed our stay! The location was perfect for us and the house worked well for young kids. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

sherry m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome home!!

We loved this property. All the comforts of home -- and gorgeous views of the Potomac River from the cozy balcony. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Riverside Sunrise View

Nice location for visiting Harpers Ferry. Great porch for watching the sunrise if you're up early.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

8/10 Good

Joanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Patricia

Great location, quiet, just what we needed. Community access to waterfront is terrific.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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