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A peaceful, forest retreat with stunning views near historic Harpers Ferry.

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Exterior
Interior
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • On-site fitness centre
    A rare find - enjoy convenient access to fitness facilities during your stay.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Place, Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Restoration Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Basement Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Office 1

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Basement Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

A peaceful, forest retreat with stunning views near historic Harpers Ferry.

Welcome to Riverdale, a peaceful, forest retreat with stunning views near historic Harpers Ferry. This light-filled, spacious home features a music jam room, cozy nooks, and a finished basement with a gym and 85" 4K TV and immersive audio system. With plenty of room for kids to play, it's perfect for family trips, creative getaways or movie nights. Explore nearby hiking trails, vineyards, river adventures, and charming local history - then relax in comfort, surrounded by nature and inspiration.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4731947vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Harpers Ferry

Harpers Ferry is home to this holiday home. Vivo Day Spa and Notaviva Vineyards 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. John Brown Museum and John Brown Wax Museum are also worth visiting.
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Harpers Ferry, WV

What's nearby

  • Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Restoration Museum - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Arsenal Square - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Storer College Campus - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters - 8 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Harpers Ferry Station - 16 min drive
  • Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Alstadts Ale House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Blaze Pizza - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A peaceful, forest retreat with stunning views near historic Harpers Ferry. pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at A peaceful, forest retreat with stunning views near historic Harpers Ferry.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A peaceful, forest retreat with stunning views near historic Harpers Ferry.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A peaceful, forest retreat with stunning views near historic Harpers Ferry.?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is A peaceful, forest retreat with stunning views near historic Harpers Ferry. located?

Situated in Harpers Ferry, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Virginius Island, Vivo Day Spa and Harpers Ferry Children's Park. Jefferson Rock and Storer College Campus are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

henu m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean and loaded with required amenities. We loved the backyard view and the proximity to the lakeside picnic area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!! Very happy with the accommodations
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent and beautiful place! Would love to come again in the Fall to see the beautiful view
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a quiet neighborhood with an unbeatable view. Short drive to Harpers Ferry and Shepardstown. We had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eero D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Host extremely responsive. Pet friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Debbie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to go kayaking, rafting or tubing. Very convenient to Harper's Ferry Historical Park. Quiet neighborhood with plenty of friendly deer. Beautiful view from the back deck and the perfect place for our 2 dogs.John was very accommodating and responsive. Beds were comfortable and the young adults enjoyed their space in the basement to hang out, watch TV, play video games or exercise.Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Grace V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disclaimer: not a guest that likes to reach out to the host during a stay. I do message ahead to confirm things.TL;DR: place overall neat, host nice, likely more ideal if just humans. Great view off the deck. Multiple TVs. A French press & water kettle available if you bring coffee & tea. Water cooler worked well. Not as secluded* as exterior pictures indicate. Pets restricted to main living room and kitchen area. —-Place was clean. Been curious about art frame TVs, neat to see them in action. Loved the view. Beds were comfortable and bathrooms were clean, towels fluffy. Trip’s goal getaway for my dog and friend. Wanted a secluded spot allowing a dog over 50lbs. Plus with the pictures of this listing - booked this non-refundable last minute. After booking, learned pets restricted to main living room and kitchen area. Spacious enough so it worked out, not sure I’d pick if I had known. Did not spend any time in the lower level; if it was a different kind of trip, would have. Front door has a large window; not a lot of activity but fyi if your dog takes being a watchdog seriously.A cool music set up but didn’t utilize. A welcome binder/paper with instructions for things like that would be nice.Checkout easiest. Load dishwasher, take personal items, lock doors. Took out trash out of habit but it wasn’t a thing we had to do. *Secluded in comparison to housing communities sure. Aerial shot kind of looks like flat backyard, not accurate.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tiffany H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
There were a lot of features about this property that we liked. It was very spacious and we were happy to be able to bring our doggie with us! Dogs are not allowed in the bedrooms or downstairs but it was pretty easy to manage because you could enclose your pet in allowable areas. The property was relatively clean but there was a lot of left behinds. Stuff in fridge and cupboards, in the bathroom drawers. Some spaces were locked up and inaccessible. This property says it is waterfront. You cannot see the river but you can hear it. Perhaps in the winter you could see it through the trees but don't expect to be sitting by the river around a campfire like some of the pictures show you. The host was very quick to reply to any questions we had.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cori R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect for our remote work for a week. It is very convenient to many things and has the best view! Host was extremely responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nimish K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lawsonsmomma U.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by John Henry Dale

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