The River House! Quiet Retreat on Shenandoah River

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A deck with chairs and a table overlooking a body of water, surrounded by trees.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a covered patio area, and a building with a window and door.
A two-story house with a brown exterior, a front porch, and a well-maintained lawn.
A room with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, a tripod, and large windows.
A living room with a fireplace, television, sofa, and decorative items.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Shenandoah River

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Charles Town, WV
  • Place, Shenandoah River
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Additional Sleeping (Sunroom)

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

Charles Town

Located in Charles Town, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Shannondale Springs Wildlife Management Area and Rolling Ridge Conservancy reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Barns of Rose Hill and John Brown Museum. Great Country Farms and Bamboo Maze are also worth visiting.
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Charles Town, WV

What's nearby

  • Shenandoah River - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races - 18 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Shenandoah Lake Beach - 23 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters - 25 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - 26 min drive - 26.9 km

Getting around

  • Martinsburg Station - 32 min drive
  • Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪TJ’s Pit Stop - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The River House! Quiet Retreat on Shenandoah River pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The River House! Quiet Retreat on Shenandoah River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The River House! Quiet Retreat on Shenandoah River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The River House! Quiet Retreat on Shenandoah River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The River House! Quiet Retreat on Shenandoah River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Shenandoah River and Shannondale Springs Wildlife Management Area. Gibson-Todd House and Jefferson County Courthouse are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, very private, beautiful view. Will definitely be back to this spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Inside has been redone very nicely!! Enclosed porch is a wonderful place to relax and listen to the river.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, beautiful spot to sit out on back porch overlooking the river. We enjoyed the bird watching, the fire pit, and heading down to wade in the river, and nearby hiking trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct, 2026
We're so glad you enjoyed the peace and beauty of the back porch overlooking the river. It sounds like you made the most of your stay with the bird watching, the fire pit, wading in the river, and exploring the nearby hiking trails. Thank you for sharing this wonderful review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful riverside home. Host is helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was perfect. Quiet beautiful retreat. Exactly what we needed. House was clean. The host was responsive and adaptable. We took our dog, for a fee, just pick up after them! House is right on the Shenandoah river, easily accessible, with no buildings on the opposite side so it feels even more private!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2026
So glad this was exactly the quiet, private retreat you needed! It's wonderful to hear the riverfront setting, cleanliness, and easy communication all added up to a perfect stay, and that your pup got to enjoy the Shenandoah with you too.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely riverfront home with great indoor and outdoor spaces for R&R.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2026
Thanks Rebecca, you guys were great guests. You’re welcome here anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
John's place was great! We loved the clean place & wonderful views!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr, 2026
Thanks Jesica, you guys are welcome anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying here! The home is clean, peaceful, and on a wonderful spot on the river.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr, 2026
Thanks Angela, you guys were great guests. Your welcome here anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is beautiful and quiet. It was very clean and exactly as advertised. A wonderful place for a riverside getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and location are perfect. I rented the house for our annual guys fishing trip. We boated, fished , and swam. Only saw a handful of boaters while on the river. Just a really nice place tucked away on the river. We are planning on coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2026
Thanks Shaun, you guys were great guests. You’re welcome here anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean spacious home. Beautiful water view from every room. Great communication with host!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr, 2026
Thanks Julie, you guys were great guests, your welcome here anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was extremely welcoming helped me get in and greeted me . It was an amazing place .
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan, 2026
Thanks Anita, you guys are welcome anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. The host was very accommodating and the house was a great place to stay while we were in the area. I highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb, 2026
Thanks Ben, you guys were great guests. You’re welcome here anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice family getaway

Host communicated well. Great location right on the river. Family had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kayaking paradise

The River House is comfort and relaxation at every turn, with multiple cozy spaces inside, to multiple decks and lounges outside for barbeque, river watching, book reading, and star gazing. Our group picked the River House for direct water access, and we had one of our best kayaking trips ever (we used our boats, but the owner has kayaks available). The house is well stocked with whatever you need for the visit. The host was super accessible for our first-day questions, and we felt well-cared for. The house is very clean with lots of windows and light— easy to watch the four groups of geese and goslings passing by in morning and evening. We highly recommend this River House on the Shenandoah and hope to return soon.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jun, 2026
Thanks Deirdre, you guys were great guests. You’re welcome here anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an awesome place and location. It was easy to access and it was a beautiful place. We loved it and it exceeded our expectations. John the host was great and always answered our questions and was very helpful. This is a great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct, 2025
Thanks Barry for taking good care of my place. Your welcome here anytime
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a very nice property and the owner has it set up very well. It offers a lot of options for various places of sitting and relaxing on the property or in the house. Nice neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct, 2025
Thanks Jeffrey, you guys are welcome here anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

John's River House

Excellent experience. Super clean house. Excellent location right on the river! Would definitely rent again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2025
Thanks Casey, your welcome here anytime
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property as listed is just what it is. Very relaxing quiet place. Right on the Shenandoah. House was very clean
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept, 2025
Thanks Michelle , thanks for taking care of my place. You’re welcome here anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The River House was awesome. The location was amazing and my three boys really enjoyed fishing, swimming, and kayaking. The house is well appointed and has multiple decks overlooking the river. Definitely a place we would like to come back to.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2025
Thanks Sara, your welcome here anytime
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome weekend. Host was terrific and attentive to our needs. The host even dropped off fresh vegetables from his garden for us which were delicious. Deck is great for relaxing and watching the ducks swim in the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2025
Thanks Bob you, your wife and pup were great guests. Your welcome anytime
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A long weekend away

Check in was easy, the property is clean and quiet AND the property is amazing. If you are looking for some time away that is right on the river, minutes away from Harper's Ferry, wineries and breweries... This is the place for you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2025
Thanks Brad, your welcome here anytime
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was clean and lovely. Right on the Shenandoah River! Unfortunately most of our time was spent either working (The wifi was most excellent!) or traveling between families homes, so we did not have a lot of time to just enjoy the house. I was able to get on the river a few times, and the kayaks provided were in good condition. We loved it so much we’re coming back in the spring!
View from the bank.
River is beautiful.
Kayaks are great!
Best office view ever!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov, 2025
Thanks Angela, you and your family were great guests. Your welcome here anytime. I’m glad your coming back
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was easy to find, had everything we needed, quiet, rustic and perfect for our stay. Comfortable, clean and pet friendly. Veiws are picturesque to say the least. Food recommendations: Angelos Mediterranean, white horse tavern and charles town family diner.Outdoor activities: Harpers ferry village, maryland heights (harder), weverton cliff (maderate and amazing overlook view. Runners: the loop from avon bend dr to king lear dr and gerneral rodgers back to avon bend rd (house address is 2.5 to 3.7 miles and hilly but a overall enjoyable run. Cant wait to come back and stay in the spring.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec, 2025
Thanks Stardust, your welcome here anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I stayed at this property to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. The river house is adorable and exactly as pictured in the listing. John provides all of the essentials you will need for your stay. The property sits right along the Shenandoah River and gave us the peaceful vibe we wanted for our extended weekend stay. The location was close to everything - just a short drive to all the activities we planned. We explored several local historic towns and Civil War battlefields, played and ate at the casino, shopped, and enjoyed the area's abundant views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. There are more breweries and wineries to count - all within a short drive from The River House.John's communication and hospitality were top-notch! He even surprised us by leaving a bottle of wine and anniversary balloon on the counter for us to enjoy upon our arrival. We will absolutely return again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar, 2026
Thanks Carrie, you and your husband were great guests. Your welcome here anytime
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