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*In The Heart Of Antietam*

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Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6203 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

*In The Heart Of Antietam*

This beautiful historic home is right in the heart of the historical Antietam National Battlefield! The original footprint of this home was built in 1790 and was originally used as a Post Office during the Civil War. Later, the building was added onto in the 1850's. Seconds away from the nationally known Nutter's Ice Cream shop, Burkholder's Bakery, Captain Bender's Tavern, which has an amazing food menu, and many other local shops.

There is so much to do when you stay here. Visit the Antietam National Battlefield and see the surrounding areas from the Civil War era Watch tower; visit the newly restored Burnside Bridge, hike the C&O Canal, fish the Potomac River and Antietam Creek, visit the Antietam National Cemetary. Walk around Boonsboro, MD and shop in Shepherdstown, WV.

There is a fenced in back yard for you to relax and an enclosed porch to store your bicycles during your stay.
We know you will enjoy your stay with us!

Property manager

Silvia Ruiz

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony or patio
  • Yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the city center
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2180 sq ft (203 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $25 Pet Fee

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Heart Antietam House Sharpsburg
Heart Antietam House
Heart Antietam Sharpsburg
Heart Antietam
In The Heart Of Antietam
*In The Heart Of Antietam*
*In The Heart Of Antietam* Sharpsburg
*In The Heart Of Antietam* Private vacation home
*In The Heart Of Antietam* Private vacation home Sharpsburg

About the neighborhood

Map
Sharpsburg, MD

What's nearby

  • Antietam National Cemetery - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Antietam National Battlefield - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Shepherd University - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters - 25 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - 26 min drive - 26.9 km

Getting around

  • Martinsburg Station - 25 min drive
  • Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Blue Moon Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lilah Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mecklenburg Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rasco NY Pizza - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is *In The Heart Of Antietam* pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at *In The Heart Of Antietam* ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at *In The Heart Of Antietam* ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is *In The Heart Of Antietam* located?

Located in the heart of Sharpsburg, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Tolson's Chapel and Antietam National Cemetery. Antietam Creek Vineyards and Antietam National Battlefield are also within 1 mi (2 km).

*In The Heart Of Antietam* Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 79 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 79 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 79 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 79 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 79 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place
This is our second stay here. A family of 6 and this time we brought our 2 dogs. We love this house. There is enough space for us with the house laid out so well. Its a charming house and feels clean. Fence out back but not fully completed (for dog owners) but not a big deal. We walked them out back anyway to pick up their business. Every evening, we walked to nutters for ice cream. It made for family memories our kids will remember for a lifetime. We love this house and will continue staying. Make sure to walk back and check out the towns old spring. Such cool history. House is perfectly located. About 26 minutes from harpers ferry and 34 from Cunningham Falls. Shepherdstown 10 minutes away. 5 minutes from a coffee shop, and Bonnies (also 5 min away) was an excellent diner breakfast. Stay here. clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

William E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
It was a great location, fully stocked, minus the food of course. Warm and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great historic house to stay in. All modern conveniences while staying true to the structure and history of the home and area. We enjoyed our days visiting Antietam Battle Field, Sharpsburg, and surrounding towns. Beautiful area with lots to see and very friendly people. It was nice to come back at the end of the day and relax in the house with plenty of room unlike a hotel room. Price was great also.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in Sharpsburg
Property was as shown on website. It was everything we expected. There could be better information for the use of keys for checking in. Everything was very clean and ready for our arrival.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Authentic Historical Experience
We came into town for a family wedding and this home gave us a great feel of what life is like in a historic town. We enjoyed the Nutters Ice Cream and how close the home was to everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Tim C.

Very Solid Experience
This is a very solid VRBO. Pros: - Location is excellent; right in the downtown Sharpsburg next to a yummy ice cream place. It's easy to drive to and from. - Parking was good. There's a public lot across the street (no overnight there) and street parking in front of the unit. - There's a good amount of space in this unit with three bedrooms, a living room, dinning room, and kitchen. - The wifi is blazing fast; I was getting over 300 mbps when running speed tests. - It was a comfortable stay. The beds are nice and the sheets seem quality. There are a few places to adjust the temperature in the house and the system seems to work well. - Cleanliness was mostly solid; the bathrooms and bedrooms seemed well cleaned. (I'll speak about the living space in the Cons) Cons: - The main Con would only apply to people with younger kids. While the bedrooms and bathrooms were clean; the carpets in the living spaces were quite dirty. There were lots of dirt and dust specs and there was also a small lego piece sitting on the carpet, which for our child was a choking hazard. If you do not spend time down on the floor with a child, this is probably not as big of a deal. - Communication was rocky to start. I tried calling the property manager from the phone number listed on VRBO, only to find out that it is an old phone number, if you're trying to call the number ending in 8150, that is incorrect, I can't post the correct phone number in a review, but the 8150 did tell me the correct number
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cliff D.

Liked: Cleanliness
great location
very well prepared, very convenient to the battlefield, Sharpsburg, ice cream and the bakery, the old town spring is just a few steps behind the property-very cool
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Emma B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cold but great service.
We had a mom’s and kids weekend and this place was mostly perfect. The history was cool. It was spacious and location couldn’t have been better. The heat did go out the day before we were scheduled to leave, which is the only reason I didn’t give it a perfect review. The property manager and staff were super responsive and apologetic and as helpful as they could be dropping off space heaters etc. I know stuff like that is also to be expected in old houses, but it was chilly! Based on the service though I would absolutely stay again and have no qualms recommending to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W., Houston, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway accommodation.
Great location. Worked very well for our two couples. Plenty of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location loved the house
Enjoyed!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark C. C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Historical trip.
Was the first time to Antietam and thoroughly enjoyed the trip. The house was not the Hilton but that was not why we selected it. The house was very clean and well stocked for our purposes.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay for exploring
Right in the middle of the small town of Sharpsburg, this was a great place to stay and explore the surrounding area. The ice cream shop, bakery, and restaurant are all just a few minutes' walk, and it's easy access to the next town over. The house was clean and the kitchen had all you'd need to camp out for quite a while. As of early June 2022 part of the fence in the backyard was missing, so the yard isn't truly fenced - anyone with pets take notice. One of the three queen beds needs a little more support; it's fine for one person, but two adults would definitely roll to the middle. Wifi was fast and reliable. Overall, really good place in a quiet small town to enjoy a long weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Thomas J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Historic old home with great location for visiting Harpers Ferry and Antietam. Nutters Ice Cream as great as advertised. As previously noted by another guest, one of the beds not comfortable for adults.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Vintage setting
A great place and value if you’re looking for a home base while exploring the area. Close to battlefields and the Appalachian Trail. It was cool to stay in such a piece of history.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicki W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sharpsburg Gem
A sweet little house in Sharpsburg, that had everything we needed for a short stay to visit the Antietam battlefields and Harper’s Ferry. A few doors down from Nutters Ice Cream, which is not to be missed! We ate at Captain Benders which was lovely. Gorgeous homemade little bird houses decorate the porch. Only slight issue is that the bed in the 3rd bedroom is not comfortable. Maybe okay for young children but not for adults.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

2/10 Terrible

Darryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Left early
Couldn't reach the host about the internet not working. No response on messenger or phone calls. Was so angry that we left a day early.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

John H., Moseley, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Heart of Antietam.
Really enjoyed our stay!! House was great. Great location for our activities. Dogs really enjoyed walking the alleys and the C & O. Also had to make one walk down to Nutters for ice cream. Dogs very excited about their kiddie cups. Lilah’s and The Blue Moon are great eating places in Shepherdstown.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A charming Christmas vacation
Such a beautiful home! It was clean and comfortable. We had everything we needed, and then some. We were happy to find complimentary snacks and a bottle of wine waiting in the fridge. The fenced in yard was perfect for our golden retriever. I would absolutely recommend this place and I will definitely be coming back for another stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Sam F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Historical House
As advertised, this house was close to Antietam and we enjoyed walking in downtown Sharpsburg.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for two Senior Citizens!
Communication was prompt and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Philip D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Freedom's Run Stayover
My fiancee and my friend and his gf and I all stayed at the property since my friend and I ran the Freedom's Run race in Shepherdstown. The location and closeness to the race were both great. The house is wonderful and provided us with a positive overall weekend experience
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

obha o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
The stay was great and convenient regarding location. My only suggestion would be to leave a note for guests so they know they are welcome to the food in the fridge (our first time using Vrbo so we weren't sure the food was for us).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Elizabeth A.

Heart of Antietam
Great central location to explore the local region battlefields, Shepherdstown, Harpers Ferry, Fredrick MD, and other national landmarks. The town of Sharpsburg is charming and the house is steps away from Nutter‘s ice cream and walkable town. The home is perfect for families with kids and dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn H., Emmaus, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house and neighborhood
You will not be disappointed if you rent this wonderful, old, historical house. It is spacious and clean, and the host provided welcoming amenities to make you feel welcome. The location of the house was perfect and allowed you to walk downtown in a couple of minutes. I truly enjoyed my stay.. Fenced backyard was clean and manicured and one of the nicer fenced areas for my dog at which I have stayed. You will not be disappointed! People in Sharpsburg are very friendly, and people driving by in cars waved while I was walking my dog through town. I truly enjoyed my short getaway!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Trinda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
High school senior friends and moms
We had such a great time in this home. We spent time hanging out in the main spaces, watching movies, cooking, and eating together. It was the perfect setting for our murder mystery game! Plenty of sleeping space for us and comfortable rooms. If you want to cook, you should plan to bring most of the utensils you will need. We enjoyed exploring the town and hiking. Don’t miss the ice cream shop! The home has beautiful bird houses outside and is charming non the inside. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021