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A Place to Get Away From It All

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Living room
Fireplace
Access driveway
Outdoor dining
Exterior detail

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Master bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area

About this property

A Place to Get Away From It All

Immerse yourself in serenity at our secluded retreat, nestled in a common area within 115 acres. A stone’s throw from historic Harpers Ferry, charming Shepherdstown, and the C&O Canal and Appalachian Trail. Revel in breathtaking sunsets, scenic walks, and the convergence of the majestic Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers. This haven combines historical richness with natural splendor, offering the perfect escape for those seeking tranquility and a taste of adventure in a picturesque setting.

The house is on a secluded gravel drive with only one neighbor. The house is overall very quiet and in the middle of nature. There are three separate bedrooms in the house and a large sectional in the living room. There is a full kitchen available for guests. There is always a nice breeze at the home, but for your comfort, there are ceiling fans throughout and AC units in each room and the common area. This is truly a place to disconnect.

Attached to the house is a small studio apartment with a private entrance and no communication with the house. There is no access to the basement, as we use it as a private storage space for our equipment.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1320920vb
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 deadlock

About the area

Knoxville

Located in Knoxville, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sweet Run State Park and Woodpecker Woods Wildlife Sanctuary, while Restoration Museum and John Brown Museum are cultural highlights. John Brown Wax Museum and Hagerstown Model Railroad Museum at Antietam Station are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking.
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Knoxville, MD

What's nearby

  • Kennedy Farmhouse - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Chesapeake and Ohio Canal - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • John Brown's Fort - 11 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Maryland Heights - 12 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - 16 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Harpers Ferry Station - 32 min drive
  • Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sheetz - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Alstadts Ale House - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Place to Get Away From It All pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A Place to Get Away From It All?

As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Place to Get Away From It All on 25 May 2026 start from NZ$551, 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 A Place to Get Away From It All?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Place to Get Away From It All?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Place to Get Away From It All?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Place to Get Away From It All located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Kennedy Farmhouse, Antietam Dargan Community Park and Chesapeake and Ohio Canal. Potomac River and Lockhouse 33 are also within 6 miles (10 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. 38 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

kathleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First, the home is clean, the kitchen is well stocked, and the common area is spacious. The furniture is in great shape. The mattresses are comfortable and the linens and pillows seem new. It takes about 20 minutes to drive to Harper's Ferry but worth the drive to stay at this quiet property. There's a clear and well marked trail around the property. The host communicated well and in a timely manner. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent, nature & peace and quiet
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property! Loved the wild life and sitting under the stars at the fire pit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Moshe D.

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

Incredible Stay

We really enjoyed our visit here. It was beautiful, clean and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2024
Moshe & Devorah, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit and found the property beautiful, clean, and comfortable. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

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

great place in the country

This house was i the perfect location for our activities around the C&O Canal trail. We were comfortable and enjoyed being out in the country.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

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

Great place

Beautiful view. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very clean but had to toss things from the refrigerator before putting our stuff in.Very close to everything but a bit out of the way. We had a lovely stay. Thankyou
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

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

A place to get away.

Had a very nice stay at this very secluded property. It was close to Antietum and Harpers Ferry . House was as described. It was very clean and had plenty of towels, bedding and kitchen appliances. A great place for hikers. Jairo was quick to answer any questions and easy to work with would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denis R.

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

Was very good

Very nice, clean, relaxing , fun good experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey C.

Beautiful Setting!

This place was so cozy and in such a remote beautiful area yet very close to Harpers Ferry WV. The home was clean and very comfortable. Such an amazing value. We had a fantastic trip and the owner is very pleasant. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Thank you for your comments, I glad you have a good time
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gordon W.

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

Clean, peaceful

Quiet beautiful environment, clean and comfortable house
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2023
Gordon, thank you for your feedback - I always appreciate it! I’m glad you enjoyed your stay, I’d be glad to host you again anytime. Thank you for your visit. Best Jairo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy G.

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

Get Away!

This property was very nice, and was as represented in the pictures. The house was very secluded and private, and was very peaceful and quiet. I would recommend this property to a large family who appreciates space to play!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara S.

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

Great county home

We had an amazing stay. It was a peaceful country location with a hiking trail tight on the property. The house was very comfortable and had everything you could need. Stocked kitchen, extra blankets, plenty of games. The owner was very responsive and accommodating. We had a great time and would recommend this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Matt F.

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

Adequate for our trip

This place worked out fine for our family of four to stay near Harpers Ferry which was further than it seems on the map because of the river (~25 min). Was very glad we arrived during the daylight because the driveway is a long (and bumpy) off-road gravel path. The host was responsive to our questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Demery G.

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

Nice get-away!!

We were in desperate need of a getaway and this was the perfect spot for us! Close enough to the local amenities, but secluded in the trees with miles of hiking right on site. Very peaceful and relaxing!! Would definitely revisit! Manager was extremely helpful and quick to respond at all times.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 November 2020
Demery Glad to hear that you have a good time. I hope to get to host y’all again so please keep our place in mind.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy G.

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

Great family getaway

Eight of our family came for a weekend getaway to spend time together and visit historic Harper’s Ferry. There was plenty of space for all of us to spread out and enjoy breakfast, TV, games and fellowship and watching the wildlife right from the windows. Beds were comfy and everything was clean. Only minor complaint is there weren’t enough washcloths, but that was not enough to take any stars away. Would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat S.

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

Wedding weekend

It is our understanding that this is a new property for the owner and that they restored it. They have done a lovely job and the home is fully stocked and has everything you could need.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fred M.

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

Battlefield Base Camp

My group of 7 history buffs stayed at this house for 5 days while we toured Civil War battlefields in the area. This property was perfect for our purposes. It was clean, everything that we needed was there, and the location was ideal for what we were doing. As the weather was great we used the outside grill 2 nights and had dinner on the table on the lawn. Overall, a great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

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

Outstanding!

Can’t say enough good about this property and rental. The kitchen and appliances all appear new. The living room is SO comfy and inviting. The beds are all very comfortable. Ceiling fans in each room. Plenty of towels. Everything you’d need. Saw a doe and fawn one morning. Love the location (I’ma country boy). If you like city life and clubbing, this probably isn’t going to appeal to you. If you like peace, quiet, nature, and the outdoors, this is your heaven. If i has to find one thing to grumble about…it would be tough. We loved our stay. The only thing would be the driveway. There are two ways in. The first would have been a major problem if i had a very small or low to the ground car. It’s long, dirt, with some mud puddles (it had rained recently), and rocky. No concern with getting stuck in mud, they’re not deep puddles. Just made the car dirty, no big deal. I have an suv so it wasn’t a problem. But a small car could have trouble on the rocks. Thankfully there’sa second driveway that’s much smoother. Jairo the owner, despite never meeting him was on the ball with communication and all instructions so it was an easy check in process. Everything was perfect. Great property, great location, and great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denis R.

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

Vacaciones

Este lugar es muy lindo, apartado del ruido ya estamos pensando en regresar por tercera vez.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2023
Denis, Me alegro mucho que hayan disfrutado su estadía, regresen cuando quieran Ustedes son unos excelentes huéspedes. Gracias Jairo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

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

Knoxville Home Vacation Nov 2022

Great 3 bedroom/2 full bath home, nice property, very clean. Perfect for our family of 9. Lots of nature and wildlife to experience, and several walking trails on the property. Owner is very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi S.

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

Weekend stay

Thanks again for a wonderful rental! We have rented two years in a row with you and had two different homes and neither disappointed! Very clean, nice location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Amy P.

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

Comfortable and quiet

This home was very comfortable for our family of five, with nice beds and linens, and good living room and dining room space. The outdoor lighting was missing in a few places, and the kitchen was sparsely supplied. Directions should warn that the driveway is a private, stone lane that is very steep.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth r.

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

Long Weekend

The house and grounds had everything we needed for our stay. Clean, comfy linens, extra blankets, shower supplies, kitchen ware, outside table and chairs, fire pit, trail, across the nearby river from Harper's Ferry.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

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

Peaceful retreat

The home was very clean and comfortable. Everything you needed for a pleasurable stay. The surrounding property was beautiful and so peaceful. There is a separate rental unit on the side of the home. The guests who stayed there during our visit were friendly and we only saw one another in passing. If you want a nice country retreat, this is the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jairo Arciniegas

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