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Potomac River Retreat - Shepherdstown, WV - Stunning views - 5 acres 4 BR

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Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8216.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Martinsburg, WV
  • Antietam National Battlefield
  • Shepherd University
  • Chesapeake and Ohio Canal
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

East Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

West Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Hall Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Potomac River Retreat - Shepherdstown, WV - Stunning views - 5 acres 4 BR

"Sunrise on the Potomac" has stunning waterfront views on 5-acres in a private community. 4 BRs + 3 BAs (sleeps 8). Great for a staycation, work-from-home alternative, or change of scenery.

Just fully renovated and better than ever!

Shepherdstown is a historic and artsy college town that balances natural beauty with a quirky, bohemian culture. Explore historic sites, boutique shopping, great restaurants, and other amenities.

This one of a kind eco-friendly river house has four large and private bedrooms, two full baths, a great room, and kitchen with a big farm sized dining table for family meals. A hot tub is perfectly perched just outside overlooking the river and surrounding forest. Also on premise is WiFi, laundry, grills, an outdoor fire pit (please note that the indoor fireplace is decorative only and not for guest use), games / activities, two smart TVs, and so much more. Bed and bath linens included with the rental, no need to bring your own.

Less than a two hour drive from the hustle and bustle of Washington DC, but a getaway that feels like being in another universe surrounded by big trees, water, nature preserves, and historic sites. The house is a perfect place for a family or adventurous travelers who enjoy activities such as kayaking, canoeing, swimming, tubing, paddle boarding, fishing, hiking, biking or cave tours.

The waterfront house has gorgeous views for every season overlooking the serene water and the C&O canal tow path (no houses or unsightly buildings across the river). There are landscaped stairs from the house down to the river. Visitors have the chance to shop local farmers markets, go riding at the Whitings Neck Equestrian Center directly across the street, explore history in the surrounding area, and have a chance to experience the charming Shepherdstown complete with cool coffee shops, bookstores, an array of restaurants, artisan stores, yoga and reiki studios.

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Property manager

Keleah Barr
Premier Host

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
If house trained and well-behaved; $175 pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Hot tub rules apply; see full rental agreement.
Fire safety rules apply; see full rental agreement.
Please see additional house rules in full rental agreement.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Martinsburg

Located in Martinsburg, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Hagerstown Model Railroad Museum at Antietam Station and For the Kids, By George Children's Museum are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Maddex Square and Martinsburg Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum, or check out an event or a game at Ram Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Martinsburg, WV

What's nearby

  • Shepherd University - 18 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Antietam National Battlefield - 24 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Hagerstown Premium Outlets - 28 min drive - 32.2 km
  • Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - 37 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Chesapeake and Ohio Canal - 43 min drive - 34.8 km

Getting around

  • Martinsburg Station - 20 min drive
  • Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kitzie's of Spring Mills - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪King's New York Pizza - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Potomac River Retreat - Shepherdstown, WV - Stunning views - 5 acres 4 BR pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Potomac River Retreat - Shepherdstown, WV - Stunning views - 5 acres 4 BR?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Potomac River Retreat - Shepherdstown, WV - Stunning views - 5 acres 4 BR?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Potomac River Retreat - Shepherdstown, WV - Stunning views - 5 acres 4 BR located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Potomac River, Maddex Square and Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historic Park. Killiansburg Cave and Bane Harris Community Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H.

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

Amazing Property

We had a fabulous stay. The house was immaculately clean and very well appointed. We had everything we needed and the location was perfect. The view of the river was beautiful and we felt very secluded and were able to disconnect and truly enjoy each others company.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

stefanie z.

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

Weekend with Friends

This home is beautiful! The communication with the owners was excellent and the accommodations were great! 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

donald c.

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

Siblings weekend

Very nice weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Karen F.

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

Beautiful home.

The home is lovely. Beautiful view of the woods and Potomac. Very private. Warm welcome from the host and a welcome basket of goodies. Unfortunately the screen on the porch door was ripped so there were frequent bugs on the porch and it could not be used in the evening with lights on. The town of Shepherdstown is charming with a farm market and cute shops and great restaurants. Grass roof is very unique. Really enjoyed our stay. Very relaxing get away.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill W.

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

Wonderful Home and Property

My wife and I had a wonderful stay. The view of the river was beautiful. The property is private with a serene vibe. The house itself was amazing, everything was well thought out, high quality comfortable furniture and bed, great kitchen. There really is a grass roof! Exceeded expectations. The pictures don’t do it justice. Excellent communication with Tony. Shepherdstown was a short drive away and nice to walk around.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher J.

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

Fantastic Place

This property was fantastic. Clean, comfortable and tastefully decorated. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hari S.

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

Convenient & awesome

The property is located at a decent height above the river and provides a great view. Getting down to the river level was quite easy. It has good amenities and is very well-maintained. It is very pet-friendly. We were a group comprising four couples - with enough separation of the bedrooms and ample spaces to meet as a full group. Communication with the property manager & owner before, during, and after the stay is quite easy and they were both very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

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

Amazing!

Great property, an absolute gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan M., Washington, DC

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

Comfortable, beautiful stay

We stayed here for a long overdue girls weekend. We enjoyed each having our own rooms and plenty of space. The view from the home is absolutely spectacular and we had lovely conversations sitting on the deck overlooking the river. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David J., Lincoln Park

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

best trip of my year

we had a great time. West Va is a beautiful state. Family time is Gods gift to old guys like me. The rental was nice.Five star all the way Thanks so much
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Carrie B.

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

Sunrise on the Potomac

Our family enjoyed the Potomac River views and peacefulness of the property. The location with nearby Shepherdstown and Harper's Ferry was wonderful! Wildlife walked the property, and the outdoor fire pit and hot tub were a bonus for everyone. The house is open and comfortable and the picture windows invited the natural elements inside for all to enjoy!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family Vacation

Our family stayed at the Potomac River Retreat this summer for a full week. It was lovely. The location is great. The wifi was hit or miss... but we were on vacation so that was fine! The hot tub was great to have. We had a small problem with bee's, but the owner, Tony, let us know that he was dealing with a pest control company before we even checked in. His communication was very good. The home was clean and very unique! The grass roof was something I had never seen before! If I had to find one thing for improvement, it would be the curtains in the master bedroom. They are sheer enough to see through and if anyone was walking to the hot tub, they could see right in. This could be a concern of privacy for some. We improvised and personally was not that big of a deal. The town of Shepherdstown is very nice! If you like old towns with a unique vibe, this is it! Harpers Ferry is close by and also a great place to visit. DC is just an hour and a half away. We did a day trip. I recommend, if you are in to it, taking the ghost walk in Shepherdstown. It was very cool! Overall, it was a great vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy G.

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

Award winning, stunning home-with a few quirks

The property is so interesting-my daughter found it's an award-winning berm house (built into the hill that it's on, you only see a small part of it when you drive up, and part of what you see is a grass roof of the downstairs!). The view of the Potomac is spectacular (especially when you get a two story view from the 2nd floor) and it is beautifully designed, with stone and a beautiful carpet on the main living area wall. Minor issue-my daughter and fiance stayed in the upstairs bedroom(s). The bed in the room on the right after you enter the home was soft, to the point of them rolling into the middle of the bed, and the room on the left they thought was a double rather than a queen, but after the first night they said they were comfortable. One other issue to be aware of-the master bath/downstairs bath connects the great room and the master bedroom, with 2 doors to close if you want privacy. It also means that someone in the great room has to wait to get into the MB, and vice versa. Be aware, especially if you are arriving at night and are not used to country roads-there's a LOT of twists and turns, as well as hills that you can't see beyond until you're at the crest. I am not a shy driver, but the 25-30 mph speed limit for a good portion of those roads really is appropriate. That said, we has a lovely stay-saw 3 of the plays at this year's CATF, had some wonderful meals at Lilah's and Maria's Taqueria, and enjoyed relaxing in Tony's beautiful home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Garrick S.

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

Nice Place

We had a great time away. We had a few issues arise, but the host took care of them right away. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

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

Relaxing spot for a mom's getaway

My friends and I had a great time here. The home is interesting, nicely furnished, and clean. There is an actual grass roof which was super cool- like a fairy hut or something. We were even greeted with a sweet gift. The beds were very comfortable. There were board games to play and everything you need to cook. They have a bluetooth speaker to use too. The hot tub was well maintained. The bathrooms were very clean. We spent most of our time in Shephardstown. It was a very adorable little town with shops and lots of history. There is no cell service at or near the house, so be sure to download your maps or use a GPS to get around. The walk to the river is a bit long, so I recommend driving. There is no river access on the property. There are no black out curtains in the bedrooms so it is bright in there when the sun rises. There was an odd booming echo that scared us at first and happened only about 5 times throughout the weekend (maybe war reenactments? hunting? Construction?). We did find the checkout check-list to be a lot, which is probably how the home stays so clean, so it wasn't a problem. Just a caution to plan your time wisely on the last day to complete the list before 11am. Overall a fantastic stay! We would absolutely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

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

Shepherdstown, WV

The house was very nice. A bit "thread-bare" in places (chipped paint, light bulbs out, doors and windows difficult to open), but clearly the owner is doing their best to freshen and update, and overall, quite comfortable. The list of instructions to guests was extensive, and detailed to the point that upon departure, we all wondered why there was an extra cleaning fee, with COVID largely behind us. The site is awesome, however, and we spent lovely hours in the LR looking out over the Potomac.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen O.

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

Beautiful get-a-way

The house is on a fantastic property, nestled between the Potomac River and a lush forest. It's a really cool design for a house. It's like staying in a modern Hobbit house. Tony is a wonderful host and is very responsive to questions. 10/10 would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn R.

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

Great stay

Great stay for a getaway with the family. Hosts provided wonderful local recommendations and home is well-appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

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

History tour weekend

Beautiful property
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Perfect Moms’ Weekend Getaway

We had a wonderful, relaxing time here! The location was great; we enjoyed dinner and shopping in Shepperdstown and a walk on the C &O canal. The house had plenty of room for us and we enjoyed the view of the river. Loved the hot tub and fire pit - just what we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren A., Baltimore, MD

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

Beautiful and relaxing winter getaway

What a lovely place to relax and enjoy the river view, nature walks, and generally unplug. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan w.

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

Potomac Riverside Stay

This is such a fabulous property! Too gorgeous to believe. The space is so open, yet it was easy to find privacy for reading or just staring at the vast river beyond the window. The host was incredibly accommodating and I would definitely suggest this for a getaway destination!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connor H.

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

Perfect four season weekend getaway

Great house, tons of space, beautiful view of the river. 15 mins from Shepherdstown which is a great little town with shops, cafes and restaurants. We barely left the house and had a blast.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

susan c.

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

Great weekend away

This is my 2nd stay here. I live the setting & house. Had to contact the owner once & he got back to us very quickly. We all had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

susan c.

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

Lovely WV Stay.

We had a lovely time at this property. The house was in a great location, confortable & well stocked. Loved the fire pit & hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

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