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Cozy Cabin Hidden Away on a Lake!

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Lovely great room affords beautiful views of the lake, opens on to the screened porch (left) and the hot  tub (center), has a wood burning stove and a 50" Amazon Fire TV
The hot tub is set into the deck overlooking the lake.  The hot tub is big enough for a maximum of 4-5 people at a time.
Property grounds
Kitchen fully renovated in May 2021! Custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, new stainless steel appliances, including a new dishwasher
Mountain Mama is a professional vacation rental company in the Harpers Ferry area.  This is not just a side-gig for us--this is our full-time job! Rest assured that you are in the hands of professionals and will receive unmatched service.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81300 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Shenandoah Lake Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Cabin Hidden Away on a Lake!

MOUNTAIN MAMA VACATION HOMES

The perfect getaway for any season! Enjoy the lake views inside next to a roaring fire, or in the summertime take the kids for a swim in the shallow water just off your private beach. Relax in the hot tub set in the back deck as the sun sets over the lake and the stars start to come out. Make every night movie night on the 50" 4k TV. Whether you want to stay in or see the area, this cabin has something for every member of the family!

ABOUT MOUNTAIN MAMA VACATION HOMES
Mountain Mama is a professional vacation rental company in the Harpers Ferry area. This is not just a side-gig for us--this is our full-time job! Rest assured that you are in the hands of professionals and will receive unmatched service. We are on mission to help family and close friends spend unplugged time together creating memories they will treasure. Harpers Ferry is a still-hidden gem and we can't wait to share it with you!

If you want to explore, the Appalachian Trail is a couple miles away, historic Harpers Ferry is just a 20 min drive away, and Virginia wine country is just next door. WiFi is fast at 100 Mbps, so if you should have no trouble streaming or video conferencing, in case you need to work remotely.

DRIVING DISTANCES
Harpers Ferry (town and national park) - 20 min
River Riders - 20 min
Harpers Ferry Brewing & Adventure Center - 20 min
Loudoun County vineyards - 15 min
Charles Town - 15 min
Mountain Lake Club - 3 min
Keys Gap (A.T. access point) - 10 min

Washington, DC - 1 hr 15 min
Baltimore - 1 hr 20 min
Dulles Airport - 50 min

CABIN BACKSTORY
This cabin is the first vacation home we bought in the Harpers Ferry area. It's the one that launched Mountain Mama Vacation Homes and it's still our first love! Are you curious as to why we decided to go full-time into the vacation rental business? Come stay here yourself and you'll no longer wonder why we were swept off our feet!

BEDROOM LAYOUT
Bedroom #1: Main floor, queen bed, Tuft & Needle mattress
Bedroom #2: Main floor, queen bed, Tuft & Needle mattress
Bedroom #3: loft bunk room has 4 twin beds

We are committed to Rent Responsibly standards. This means we follow best-in-class guidelines to ensure you have a peaceful, safe and memorable stay with us. We care a lot about maintaining good relationships with our community, so we appreciate you following these "house rules" during your stay.

LICENSE AGREEMENT: The guest booking the property must digitally sign a license agreement immediately following the reservation. The most important terms of the agreement are included below, and the guest may cancel a booking penalty free within 24 hours. If the license agreement is not completed with 24 hours then the reservation will be cancelled. The agreement will be sent via text message, so please be sure your phone number is correct before booking.

AGE 25 OR OLDER TO BOOK: The guest booking the property must be 25 years of age or older. We reserve the right to request a photo or scan of a government-issued photo ID. The guest who books must stay at the property--you may not book for others if you do not intend to stay at the property.

QUIET HOURS START AT 10 PM: Our property's quiet hours of 10 pm to 6 am are required by county ordinance and enforced by local police. If the police respond to a noise complaint, every individual on the property may face a misdemeanor criminal charge and be subject to a fine by the county of $300. Failure to abide by the county noise ordinance will result in the immediate termination of the stay without refund.

Past noise complaints have always come from groups of 20-somethings. If you are booking for a group of people in their twenties and you think your group may want to play loud music at any time then do not book this property or cancel your reservation if you have already booked. Find another place for your trip so you do not have your trip terminated early and without refund.

NOISE MONITORING AND SECURITY CAMERA: We use devices that measure volume levels throughout the property (like a smoke detector but for noise) and allow us to respond to noise nuisances before the police are called. The devices are triggered primarily by sustained periods of loud music, not things like loud talking or laughter (which is encouraged!). The devices do not record audio and are 100% privacy compliant. We also have a security camera that records the front door and driveway. This allows us to facilitate remote check in and monitor the property between guests.

ACCIDENT FORGIVENESS: Every stay is backed by our accident forgiveness program. Guests will not be held responsible for damage caused during their stay (up to a maximum of $1,500) if 1) the damage is accidental, and 2) the damage is reported as soon as possible, and by no later than the check out time.

POSSIBLE BACKGROUND CHECK: We reserve the right to use a third-party to verify the guest's identity and check criminal databases to finalize the reservation. Complete terms regarding the guest verification are provided in the lodging agreement, and can be provided sooner upon request.

NO MUSIC OUTDOORS: This is a quiet, family-friendly lake community, not a place to party. Residents and guests alike come here to relax amid the peace and quiet of the lake. Because of this, and because sound carries so easily across the lake, we do not allow guests to play any music outdoors. Other reasonable noise, from children playing outside, for example, is no problem.

NO PETS: No exceptions, sorry. Please don't ask whether we can allow your perfectly house-trained, hypoallergenic labradoodle to join because we can't :-)

SNOW-INS: During the winter, there is a good chance that a significant snow storm could restrict access in and out of the cabin. The roads are plowed, but not always promptly. 4 wheel drive is highly recommended in the event of a snow storm, and you need to use good judgement as to whether to cancel a trip before it begins or leave the cabin early.

WOOD STOVE: You are encouraged to use the wood stove as long as you do so carefully! Always keep the stove door securely shut unless you are actively putting logs inside the stove. The stove can get very hot, so be sure to keep small children away whenever a fire is burning. We do not guarantee there will be firewood or fire starter at the cabin, so it is best to bring your own. The River Country Store 1.5 mi away sells bundles of wood.

NO SMOKING: Smoking and vaping are never allowed inside the house. You may smoke or vape outside as long as you clean up after yourself. You may not litter cigarette butts on the deck, in the yard, or anywhere else--butts must go in the trash after they have cooled off. If smoking inside the screened porch, please turn on the fan so that the smoke does not linger and leave a smell.

NUMBER OF GUESTS: It is important to have the correct number of guests on the reservation, so please update accordingly if the number changes after you first book. Sleeping 8 people will require 2 people in each queen bed and 1 in each twin bed. If the cabin is filled to capacity, 4 people will be sleeping in the loft and sharing the 1 small bathroom up there. There are only enough plates, glasses, etc. for a maximum of 8 people, and the septic plumbing cannot handle more than 8 people at once. Only registered guests are allowed to use the home, day or night.

SHEETS: At the end of your stay, please strip the sheets off the beds that were used and leave the sheets on top of the beds.

PARKING: There is room for up to 4 cars in the driveway, but if parking more than 2 cars, you might have to box in other cars by parking behind them.

BRING OR RENT YOUR OWN BOATS: We do not offer kayaks or other boats to guests. The Mountain Lake Club on the lake does rent boats from Memorial Day to Labor Day, including at least one pontoon boat. No gas-powered boats are allowed on the lake--only small electric motors are allowed.

BUGS AND MICE: We have regular pest control to minimize the presence of bugs and mice. However, this is a cabin in the woods, and that means no matter what you do there will still be bugs, especially in the summertime. Even if you are very careful, some of those bugs will find their way into the house. You must carefully clean up the kitchen every night and securely package up all food so you do not attract bugs or mice. It is rare that mice are spotted inside the cabin, but it has happened before and could happen again. If the sight of a mouse would be too much to bear then you should not book this or any other cabin in the woods.

THIN WALLS: Past guests have commented that sound travels easily between floors and between bedrooms. Therefore, this cabin is best suited for families and those with whom you feel very comfortable!

WAIVER OF LIABILITY FOR USE OF HOT TUB AND/OR LAKE: The hot tub remains open year round. If you use the hot tub it is your responsibility to ensure the water remains chemically balanced and safe to use before you use it. By using the hot tub and/or the lake you agree to follow all house rules associated with it and you release the owner of the property from all liability relating to injuries that may occur while using the hot tub and/or the lake, regardless of whether injuries are caused by negligence.

SEPTIC SYSTEM: This house has a septic system. Grease and oil must never be allowed down any of the sink drains. Feminine hygiene products must be thrown away in a trash can and not flushed down a toilet. Never flush solid trash down the toilet or into a sink drain.

NO FIREWORKS: Fireworks are not allowed.

NO FIREARMS: Guests may not bring firearms or ammunition inside the house.

NO ILLEGAL DRUGS: Guests may not possess or consume any illegal drugs on the property, including cannabis.

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Mountain Mama Vacation Homes
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Languages

English

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Hot tub
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Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please see the listing notes for other house rules and important information

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Harpers Ferry

Located in Harpers Ferry, this cabin is in a rural area and on the beach. Old Opera House and John Brown Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Notaviva Vineyards and 868 Estate Vineyards. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races, or consider a night out at Barns of Rose Hill. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.
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Harpers Ferry, WV

What's nearby

  • Shenandoah Lake Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Breaux Vineyards - 18 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races - 18 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters - 24 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - 24 min drive - 20.9 km

Getting around

  • Harpers Ferry Station - 24 min drive
  • Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Tj S Pit Stop - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Abolitionist Ale Works - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Blaze Pizza - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Cabin Hidden Away on a Lake! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Cabin Hidden Away on a Lake!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Cabin Hidden Away on a Lake!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Cabin Hidden Away on a Lake! located?

Situated on the beach, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Shannondale Springs Wildlife Management Area and Shenandoah Lake Beach. Rolling Ridge Conservancy is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan J.

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

Long weekend stay

It was great will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ramesh a.

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

Great Cabin

I have stayed at this cabin 3 times now with my girl friends and we can’t emphasize enough how lovely the whole process is each time. From the views of the lake to the coziness of the cabin itself. Mountain Momma is wonderful to deal with. They are so precise about everything from check in to check out and everything in between. We highly recommend this cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

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

So relaxing!

The whole process for the property was seamless and easy. It was so nice and relaxing. The best location on the lake. We will definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler S.

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

Cozy getaway

We had a wonderful two night stay. The cleanliness of the cabin was very apparent upon entry. The coziness made you feel at home with ease, and having the screened in porch when the weather wasn't cooperating was wonderful. We enjoyed our stay, it went to fast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Dana R.

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

Cozy cabin stay

The cabin was nice . Great view. Mostly clean , but the coffee pot was very dirty. There was plenty of coffee, but no filters.The grill was very dirty and the grill bush was in such bad condition it was un-usable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trisha L.

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

Great stay

My family and I stayed at the cabin for my husband’s birthday. We had a great time. The cabin was clean and well-equipped with everything we needed. You can’t beat the location and amenities. Owners were very thorough, informative and detailed which I appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Brian S.

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

Nice property

Nice little cabin for our short stay in the area. Had all the amenities needed. Beds were comfortable. Outdoor space was nice with hot tub and fire pit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect fall weekend

Beautiful property for friends getaway with lovely water view and hot tub
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Had everything we needed and then some. Beautiful lake view and peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Peace and quiet

A beautiful setting to relax and read.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eda M.

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

A true cozy cabin

I rented this cabin to have family time while celebrating our grandson’s 4th birthday. This place was exactly as described. Very clean, beds were very comfortable. All included amenities were more than enough. We enjoyed grilling, fishing, paddle boarding, the hot tub and family time. The neighborhood is very quiet and the neighbors were friendly. We loved the windows and views. The overall experience was amazing. We will definitely rent it out next year. It is truly a cozy cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corrie W.

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

Great getaway.

My wife and I needed a week away from kids and in a calm environment. This worked great. Two towns nearby if you want to get out for a while, and a great cozy and private environment in the cabin. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron G.

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

Ideal Weekend

We had a wonderful time. The cabin was clean, and the view was gorgeous. Everything worked well and was well-appointed. We had no issues other than missing batteries for the TV remote control, which we were able to solve fairly quickly. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben R.

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

Great weekend getaway.

1 hr from DC. Beautiful private lake. The house is better than the pictures make it look. Slept 7 adults very comfortably. Could have done 8. Host is very professional.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

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

Great Lake House!

Beautiful view of the lake, open windows, fireplace + heaters, and a clean working hot tub....what more can you ask for! Had all appliances we needed to make our own food. Everything was clean and well maintained. We'll be booking again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy G., Ellenboro, NC USA

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

What a view

The location is perfect.... quiet... remote... right on the lake! The accommodations were very nice. the beds were comfy & clean, the necessities were all available (ie: trash bags, soaps, paper goods, etc.... Your morning alarm clock is a whiper from the birds and maybe a "quack" or two! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

MONICA O.

Liked: Communication, listing accuracy

2 Day Stay

It was okay. The lake is pretty. Some suggestions are blinds or curtains needed throughout 1st floor due to no privacy. At night, everyone can see in except bedrooms. Dishwasher needs to be replaced. Mattress tends to cave in the middle with 2 people on bed. I would make sure you are back at the house before dark too because no street lights and various animals around, lots of curves on road.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charity M.

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

Perfect Family Retreat

Our family of 5 had a fun and restful vacation at this beautiful lakeside cabin! We appreciated all the attention to detail…super easy check in and check out, incredibly helpful tips and suggestions through the online guestbook and a beautifully designed space that gave us the opportunity to unplug in a comfortable but simple setting. Our kids loved the loft space, found the perfect spot to read and enjoyed hours swimming, fishing and kayaking in the lake. We ventured to into Harper’s Ferry to explore the history of the area, take a hike and get some ice cream. We also took tubes down the river and ended that days adventure at the Harper’s Ferry Brewery. All in all it was a great time and we would love to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley E.

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

Can't beat the view!

This house just might have the best view on this lake. The house is cozy and has extras/supplies that aren't usual when owned by a rental company--shampoo, conditioner, body wash dispensers in both showers, hand soap at the sinks, paper towels, tp, trash bags, etc. Communication was great! We had recommendations for updating some of the dishes and pots, but we had everything we needed to stay in and cook on our snowy day. If you love a view and staying on water this is the house for you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pretty cabin in the woods

The cabin was lovely. We enjoyed the hot tub and lake. A few things about it that could improve was the condition of the furniture. The couches and chairs are old and stained as well as the very worn carpet. The water pressure was very low and couldn’t run two showers (or even a sink and shower) at once which created a long line of people waiting to take a shower. The well motor broke prior to our arrival and didn’t get fixed until the day before we left. The location is not really Harpers Ferry...it’s 20 minutes from Charles Town but really it’s Shannondale.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

Troy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Not what it looks like.

The cabin is nice, but there are issues. First of all it’s smaller than the pictures make it out to be. The cabin has 2 window units to cool it, one upstairs and one downstairs, upstairs works great the downstairs one done keep the bedrooms cool since it’s located in the living room, plus the ceiling fan in one downstairs bedroom is about to fly off the ceiling when you turn it on. When someone up stairs takes a shower it is extremely loud downstairs for some reason. And there is a strong sulfer oder in the water. The hot tub is old and didn’t look like the water had been changed in a long time, we didn’t even get in it because it looked and smelled gross. The pictures show a floating dock on the lake, there was no floating dock on the lake. All in all not what it seems. We have better luck renting vrbos from individuals and not a rental agency. It’s not worth the money!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

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

Perfect cabin

7 adults stayed comfortably - great place, excellent communication from owner, spotlessly clean. Bonus - thought the loft would be more of a kid space - but 4 adults slept up there comfortably!! Dock/lake/bird watching- so relaxing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregory R., United States / Laurel, MD 20707

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

Clean and comfortable!!

Everything was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. This place is like a nice hotel with nature at your fingertips. Great place to stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike B., Baltimore

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

Beautiful

From booking to checkout all seamless. View is beautiful. Hope we have the opportunity to stay again in the near future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

JINHONG L.

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

Wonderful cabin with great view

We had a great stay in this fabulous cabin! The room is clean, cozy and well-maintained. The view outside is wonderful! Such a great place for a relaxing weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Mountain Mama Vacation Homes

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We fell in love with Harpers Ferry the first time we visited and kept looking for excuses to come back. When we found the Cozy Cabin in 2018, we found our excuse, and eager to share its idyllic setting with others, we started Mountain Mama Vacation Homes. When we saw that our guests loved it as much as we did, we jumped at the chance to buy the River House the following year and have continued to grow ever since!

We met when Eddie was wrapping up college at Harvard and Mary was midway through her masters in piano. We’re now a few years into marriage and raising two small children who seem to have inherited their father’s penchant for adventure and not enough of their mother’s sense of caution. Eddie looks for any excuse to be outside: hiking, biking, white water kayaking, you name it. The more adrenaline, the better. He's no stranger to sky-diving or bungee jumping, safari excursions or cage diving with sharks. This love of the outdoors makes it a joy to toil creating outdoor spaces at our homes that highlight the abundant natural beauty of the Harpers Ferry area.

On the other hand, Mary's idea of the "great outdoors" is curling up with a book inside a screened porch. For her part, she loves the challenge of putting together interiors with a mix of new and vintage items. She ensures that, even in Harpers Ferry, the comforts of home are never far away.

We hope you come see why we love it so much out here! No other place in the mid-Atlantic offers such a fortuitous combination of majestic views, abundance of outdoor adventure, and the charm of a well-preserved historic town. But don't take our word for it--let us host you so you can see for yourself!

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