Come and immerse yourself in year-round nature and beauty of the Shenandoah River and the Blue Ridge Mountains, only 70 mins from DC. There are 3 comfortable bedrooms and 3 full baths, and plenty of indoor and outdoor space to relax in. Take a nature walk down to the beautiful Shenandoah river to float or kayak, visit many award winning wineries & breweries, farms, charming historical towns nearby, try your luck at the Charles Town Casino and hike the Appalachian trail!
The space Enjoy the tranquility of this updated, modern house with vaulted ceilings and a large skylight. Open the patio door and surround yourself in nature; enjoy the view of the river and the rolling hills of the Blue Ridge Mountains (This area is known to be a "birding hotspot") or take a beautiful nature walk down to the river. During the spring and summer months, you are free to use the provided kayaks, river floats and other river accessories at your own risk, after signing an activity waiver.
There are two bedrooms and two full bathrooms on the main level with SmartTVs; the master suite offers a King size bed with a premium Nectar Memory Foam mattress, the second comfortable queen bedroom with a it's own full bath. The brick room downstairs also has a SmartTV, books, toys, board games, a daybed and a full bathroom. The third bedroom, from the brick room, has a twin over full bunk-bed with a trundle and is perfect for children or guests who want more privacy.
There is a solo stove, gas grill on the deck and a large firepit just below.
You can spend your entire stay enjoying the calm rolling hills, abundant wildlife and the beautiful Shenandoah River, never leaving the property.
In 20 minutes, you can reach 3 Appalachian trailheads; Raven Rock, Bear's Den or Harper's Ferry. In addition, the house is ideally-located to follow the attractions and history of the Washington Heritage Trail, including Charles Town, Harper’s Ferry, Shepherdstown, Martinsburg and Berkeley Springs; where you can learn history, hike, shop, dine, and even soak in the healing mineral waters in America's first spa. Charlestown has a casino and the oldest horse racing track!
Or explore many award winning breweries and wineries in the surrounding Middleburg Virginia and Shenandoah Wine region. There are many family friendly farms in the area and fun activities for the kids.
The house can accommodate up to 10 guests. $20 fee per guest/ night will be charged after 6 guests.
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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About the area
Charles Town
Located in Charles Town, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. 612 Vineyard and Veramar Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Historic Downtown Purcellville and Purcellville Plaza. Travelling with kids? Consider Barns of Rose Hill and John Brown Museum. Power boating, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing nearby.
Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races - 19 min drive - 19.3 km
Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters - 26 min drive - 29.0 km
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - 26 min drive - 30.0 km
Getting around
Harpers Ferry Station - 25 min drive
Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional) - 36 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 16 min drive
Wendy's - 16 min drive
7-Eleven - 14 min drive
Blaze Pizza - 16 min drive
Abolitionist Ale Works - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Modern Country House on the Shenandoah River pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Modern Country House on the Shenandoah River ?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Modern Country House on the Shenandoah River on 29 June 2026 start from AU$355, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Modern Country House on the Shenandoah River ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is Modern Country House on the Shenandoah River located?
This family-friendly Charles Town holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Shenandoah River and within 9 mi (15 km) of Cool Spring and Old Opera House. Gibson-Todd House and Beall Air are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Fully furnished home with lots of toys, activities, kayaks, games, three fire pits, three full baths, etc. The hosts were excellent and kind. Highly recommend
Stayed here with a group of friends to celebrate my birthday and explore Harpers Ferry. We enjoyed the house very much and we found all of the games and supplies that came with the house to be superior to other rentals that we have had. The hike to the lake is definitely as advertised for someone that is in really good shape part of it is stairs and the other part is a rudimentary trail that is on an incline. The views were spectacular and we enjoyed as city people having a weekend in the country feeling far away from everything. It felt like camping without all of the hassles of setting up and staying in a tent. We would definitely come back and the host was very responsive and generous.
The house had plenty of room for our group. We appreciated all of the board games and ability to spend quality family time together. It was a bit of a hike to get to the river, but absolutely beautiful when you got there.
Jim E.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2025
We are so happy to hear you and your family enjoyed the house. We have tried to make it a family friendly home! Please take care and thanks again for choosing our place!
We and our friends have traveled to many vacation rentals over the last 10 years and we all agreed that this rental in particular ranked among the top sites. We enjoyed the spaciousness of the common area and how comfortable everything was. Our host was prompt with her replies, which we greatly appreciated.
Beautiful home in a quiet area. There were lots of things to do within a short drive. We checked out cute local shops. There were also many stands selling local produce. It was a fun but relaxing trip.
Beautiful views of the river. The house had everything we needed and was plenty big for 8 people. The nature walk down to the river isn’t for the weak hearted but totally doable with some hiking boots. We loved our stay and would do it again.
Open concept was very nice! Lots of extra sleeping options. Beds were very comfortable. The view was amazing and the hike to the River was a bit steep, however we all enjoyed the exercise! The only disappointment was the air quality in the house! The vents needed some attention and it had a Smokey smell to the main living area.Overall a nice VRBO!
Clean house. Abundance of toys for the kids to play with. Ample room to fit all 5 of us with a close proximity to harpers ferry and with in day trips of DC and Baltimore.
This was an excellent choice for our family time together. Clean, convenient and nice place a nice place to stay. Owners helpful and supportive during our visit.
michelle b.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2023
Thank you so much for choosing our place for this special time with your family. We are so glad you had a nice stay! Take care, Michelle!
Would absolutely recommend this house! It had everything we needed for a very comfortable stay including plenty of extra blankets and pillows, all the kitchen supplies, plus books and toys galore to keep the kids entertained while inside! The path to the river from the house could be difficult for some but we enjoyed the kayaks and fishing. We spent an entire day at the private river access which was such an added bonus! We had trouble with a code and the owners got back to us every quickly.
The interior of the house was beautiful. Excellent and very clean. However, the exterior could use some TLC but it could possibly be because it was spring and it's location. Our only negative was we all found the beds to be uncomfortable.
Enjoyed our stay, hosts very easy to deal with. The house was comfortable and we enjoyed the view and the outside spaces and kayaks were a big hit with the fishermen, however access to the river was not ideal for our family of mixed ages requiring a drive to access the water.
We stayed there for a relaxing guys weekend. The house was lovely and very comfortable and the view was amazing. The host could not have been better. I recommend this place for anyone wanting a relaxing getaway and would go back myself sometime.
Jim L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2023
Thanks so much for your wonderful review, Jim! We loved hosting you and we welcome you back anytime 😁
This was a perfect long weekend stay for two families (4 adults, 4 kids). Comfortable, spacious, and well-equipped house on a beautiful property. Very responsive and helpful host. Would give 6 stars if I could. We hope to be back soon!
Eliza S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan 2025
Thank you so much for booking our place and for your great review! We are so pleased to hear that everybody had a wonderful time. We created our space trying to accommodate guests of all ages so your experience makes us feel really good. Thank you! We’d love to host you again in the future. It is a different experience every time with the change in seasons and we’d love to offer you a discount on your future stay. Take care until then!
Overall was beautiful. Very easy to communicate with the owner. The view was breathtaking. I’d definitely recommend this to my other families and friends. Thanks again for making our stay so pleasant.
Sahala B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Nov 2024
Hi Sahala, thanks so much for being such great guests and your awesome review. We loved hosting you and hope you’ll keep us in mind the next time you’re headed this way. Take care!
We had a wedding at a nearby farm, and this house worked out great for what we needed. Plenty of space and no issues during the trip! Easy and quick communication from the owner.
A group of 6 friends stayed at the house to do some bike riding wine & beer tasting in the area. We had a great time. The house worked out wonderfully.
Rented the house for my 40th with a few friends. The neighbors were very helpful. The view of the river is spectacular. The house was sufficient and cozy.
Kevin L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
About the host
Hosted by Songyee Yarborough
We are a family of 5 with three adventurous boys, who want to share the experience of this unique property with you! We live in Arlignton, VA but like to come out here as much as we can.
Why they chose this property
If you hate being stuck in traffic but need a quick escape to the country, this is the perfect place for you. You can use the tollway and the greenway and quickly find yourself on peaceful country roads, and surround yourself in nature. This home is perfect for nature lovers, adventure seekers, history buffs and casino goers! We've been mindful of guests of all ages and placed many touches around the house to make your stay comfortable and memorable.
What makes this property unique
There is so much to do and explore around here for people of all interests, all within a 20 minute to 1hr drive. Or stay on the property and enjoy everything that the beautiful nature walk and the Shenandoah river has to offer, (floating, kayaking, fishing and swimming) as well all the beautiful nature and animals that surround the house.
Languages:
English, Russian, Korean
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