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Farmhouse Writer's Retreat in Historic Shepherdstown

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Potomac River

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Garden
  • Air-conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Shepherdstown, WV
  • Place, Shepherd University
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Shepherdstown Visitors Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Shepherdstown Opera House
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1- Master

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2- most private

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3- Sun filled Writer's Room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
Price is avg per night

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About this property

Farmhouse Writer's Retreat in Historic Shepherdstown

Lovingly restored historic farmhouse located in Shepherdstown. 3 bed, 2 full bath with modern kitchen, W/D in washroom, private parking surrounded by flower gardens. Brand new water heater, central air system and appliances. Brand new 50 in Flat Screens (3x) and wireless speaker with good WiFi. Walk to shops, restaurants, opera house and university. Set up for families with kids, friends weekends, remote work or creative retreat.

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
No unregistered guests allowed.
Do not move the furniture.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3343786vb
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

Frequently asked questions

Is Farmhouse Writer's Retreat in Historic Shepherdstown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Farmhouse Writer's Retreat in Historic Shepherdstown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Farmhouse Writer's Retreat in Historic Shepherdstown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Farmhouse Writer's Retreat in Historic Shepherdstown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Farmhouse Writer's Retreat in Historic Shepherdstown located?

Situated in Shepherdstown, this country house is within a 10-minute walk of Shepherdstown Visitors Center, Shepherdstown Public Library and Shepherdstown Historic District. Shepherd University and Rumsey Steamboat Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Farmhouse Writer's Retreat in Historic Shepherdstown Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was clean, inviting and close to many activities.The host was easy to contact.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

Great stay

Clean bright house with plenty of room and space in lovely Shepherdstown. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jolene J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home in convenient location in Shepherdstown. Check in was extremely easy!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik L.

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

Great place in a great location!

All parts of the rental were as described and very easy. I’d stay here again if I’m back in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Nice Stay

Beautiful area with great hiking trails, Shenandoah National Park about an hour away. Harper’s Ferry offered nice trails, shops, eateries and loads of history.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed a fantastic long weekend. The host was friendly, responsive, and made the process inviting and easy. The house was clean and comfortable. We loved that downtown was within easy walking distance and enjoyed many of the shops and restaurants. The house served as a central base for visiting historical locations.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey H.

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

Great Stay

We were there over Christmas and New Years Eve. House was clean and very comfortable. We enjoyed the stay very much. Communication with the owner was quick and superb.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

vicky c.

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

Great place for Shepherdstown Theater Festival

Located close to downtown Shepherdstown and the theater festival. Roomy house with 3 excellent bedrooms. Communication with owner was excellent. Enjoyed the stay and would return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable house just outside of town. We walked into town for days and dinner. Just bring a flashlight for way home if after dark so the traffic in the last block to the house can see you.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tabifun W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great except for parking. We had 3 couples and only 2 spaces. Other than that communication, the house and all of that was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William H.

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

Quick family vist

Grew up in the area; so nothing new. Place is easy walking distance to downtown. Comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abby B.

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

Lovely, comfortable house

This is a beautiful house that has been restored and renovated really nicely and has everything one would need for a nice stay. It's also very close to the main downtown of Shepherdstown and we enjoyed walking to restaurants and shops from the house. Very clean and beds were comfy. Has a bit of a tricky staircase for small children, but otherwise we had a comfortable, fun, and relaxing stay at this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Destination Wedding

Friends of ours were getting married at a beautiful venue just 8 minutes away. The hosts were very accommodating. The house was charming, well decorated, comfortable and clean. Conveniently located near town. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long Weekend

Fine for multiple couples.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Relaxing weekend getaway with lots of space and all needed amenities.

This was a wonderful retreat from the general DC area. Communication with owner was perfect. Space nicely laid out with everything you need, and it is minutes from the artsy, small stores and intimate restaurants in town, Shepherd University, the path along the C and O Canal, the Sunday morning farmers market, and much more! Folks who live in Shepherdstown are naturally friendly, helpful, and so welcoming to visitors. A great place to chill or be more active and simply get a refreshing g break.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy P.

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

Great location for exploring Shepherdstown

This is a very cute house in a nice location. Everything was clean and orderly; the kitchen was pretty well provided for basic cooking and eating for 4 people, and the host was responsive and helpful. Many changes of level throughout the house, and two low doorways could be emphasized in the listing - this house is not handicapped-accessible. Two parking spaces on the property; others across the street. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Nice option in Shepherdstown

Our family stayed here for our son’s wedding at a nearby farm venue. Home was spotless, kitchen well stocked for cooking (although we didn’t do any), and the house is very conveniently located in Shepherdstown. We were able to walk to shops and restaurants in minutes. Easy drive to the wedding venue. As noted in the property description, there are a lot of stairs inside and out, so not the best choice if someone has mobility issues. Also, the sunny bedroom with all the windows is really lovely, but lack of drapes on some of the windows and the glass door made it a challenge for sleeping in early morning, and also limited privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

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

JFK50 Friend Group

The house was clean (something I appreciate in a day when a $150 hotel stay no longer guarantees a clean room) and the three upstairs rooms with 2x queens & a king easily accommodated our group of six. If bringing a group with multiple cars, it’s important to note that there is driveway space for TWO cars. We only found 4 bath towels & asked for 2 more, but the cleaner didn’t feel comfortable dropping off towels while no one was home. The rental was ~20 min from the JFK race start & was a great location for us! Wish we had more time to explore local historical sites!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johanna S.

Liked: Location
Very very nice and comfortable...one suggestion...the house would be even cozier if there were workable lamps in every room...not just overheads.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dusty S.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024