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Modern Country House on the Shenandoah River

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Living area
Dining
Dining
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Charles Town, WV
  • Shenandoah Lake Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Brick room

1 Double Bed

Bunk room

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

King room

1 King Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Queen room

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Modern Country House on the Shenandoah River

Come and immerse yourself in year-round nature and beauty of the Shenandoah River and the Blue Ridge Mountains, only 70 mins from DC. There are 3 comfortable bedrooms and 3 full baths, and plenty of indoor and outdoor space to relax in. Take a nature walk down to the beautiful Shenandoah river to float or kayak, visit many award winning wineries & breweries, farms, charming historical towns nearby, try your luck at the Charles Town Casino and hike the Appalachian trail!

The space
Enjoy the tranquility of this updated, modern house with vaulted ceilings and a large skylight. Open the patio door and surround yourself in nature; enjoy the view of the river and the rolling hills of the Blue Ridge Mountains (This area is known to be a "birding hotspot") or take a beautiful nature walk down to the river. During the spring and summer months, you are free to use the provided kayaks, river floats and other river accessories at your own risk, after signing an activity waiver.

There are two bedrooms and two full bathrooms on the main level with SmartTVs; the master suite offers a King size bed with a premium Nectar Memory Foam mattress, the second comfortable queen bedroom with a it's own full bath. The brick room downstairs also has a SmartTV, books, toys, board games, a daybed and a full bathroom. The third bedroom, from the brick room, has a twin over full bunk-bed with a trundle and is perfect for children or guests who want more privacy.

There is a solo stove, gas grill on the deck and a large firepit just below.

You can spend your entire stay enjoying the calm rolling hills, abundant wildlife and the beautiful Shenandoah River, never leaving the property.

In 20 minutes, you can reach 3 Appalachian trailheads; Raven Rock, Bear's Den or Harper's Ferry. In addition, the house is ideally-located to follow the attractions and history of the Washington Heritage Trail, including Charles Town, Harper’s Ferry, Shepherdstown, Martinsburg and Berkeley Springs; where you can learn history, hike, shop, dine, and even soak in the healing mineral waters in America's first spa. Charlestown has a casino and the oldest horse racing track!

Or explore many award winning breweries and wineries in the surrounding Middleburg Virginia and Shenandoah Wine region. There are many family friendly farms in the area and fun activities for the kids.

The house can accommodate up to 10 guests. $20 fee per guest/ night will be charged after 6 guests.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

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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 take your shoes off as you enter the house. If you are unable to do so, please bring your own indoor shoes.
We are on a septic system. Please be considerate of the special attention that this requires- nothing but waste and toilet paper should be flushed
There are environmentally safe laundry detergent for your use.

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
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

Charles Town

Located in Charles Town, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. 612 Vineyard and Veramar Vineyard 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. Travelling with kids? Consider John Brown Museum and John Brown Wax Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Charles Town, WV

What's nearby

  • Shenandoah Lake Beach - 8 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races - 20 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Summit Point Motorsports Park - 23 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - 25 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters - 25 min drive - 22.3 km

Getting around

  • Harpers Ferry Station - 25 min drive
  • Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪TJ’s Pit Stop - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Abolitionist Ale Works - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Country House on the Shenandoah River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Modern Country House on the Shenandoah River located?

This family-friendly Charles Town holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Shenandoah River and within 9 mi (15 km) of Cool Spring and Old Opera House. Gibson-Todd House and Beall Air are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a quiet area. There were lots of things to do within a short drive. We checked out cute local shops. There were also many stands selling local produce. It was a fun but relaxing trip.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

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

Charles Town

Clean house. Abundance of toys for the kids to play with. Ample room to fit all 5 of us with a close proximity to harpers ferry and with in day trips of DC and Baltimore.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Briton T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views of the river. The house had everything we needed and was plenty big for 8 people. The nature walk down to the river isn’t for the weak hearted but totally doable with some hiking boots. We loved our stay and would do it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would absolutely recommend this house! It had everything we needed for a very comfortable stay including plenty of extra blankets and pillows, all the kitchen supplies, plus books and toys galore to keep the kids entertained while inside! The path to the river from the house could be difficult for some but we enjoyed the kayaks and fishing. We spent an entire day at the private river access which was such an added bonus! We had trouble with a code and the owners got back to us every quickly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah T.

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

Perfect house for a river weekend getaway

The views are beautiful and the house was the perfect size for a group of 7 friends. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Karah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First & foremost, the owner of this home was wonderful. They accomodated us when we needed to make a change & we are very grateful.The home had beautiful views, but unfortauntely the steep walk down to the river was very dangerous & not worth the risk.The home was very clean & cozy. The beds were comfortable as well as the entire atmosphere. Unfortunately, there were not enough towels for our 6 guests & showers should be spaced out per guest due to minimal hot water.The grill worried us when we tried to turn it on. We decided to cook indoors instead, but this could have been a user error on our part, still we didn't want to risk it.I highly recommend staying in this home over a hotel to get the full WV experience. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host is super responsive, checkin/out was a breeze. We are a group of adventure (biking, hiking, rafting, etc) gals who pick a destination for 4 days/3 nights once a year. I look for a CLEAN, affordable, centrally located VRBO that has multiple bathrooms & bedrooms, a/c, outdoor amenities and a large, well lit common area. This property was PERFECT for us in every regard! It is well appointed with everything we needed. The trail down to the river is steep - we only did it once but nearby HOA beach is great for a lazy river soak. We didn’t feel like we could physically get the kayaks back up the steep bank from the river at the house, so we weren’t able to take advantage of that perk. This house is kid friendly with toys, books etc and a separate area for them to play so the adults can have some peace (we were childless but used the space for the bedroom/bath). We enjoyed coffee and dining al fresco on the fab deck the whole time. We were very happy here. Thanks, Songyee!
Swimming in the Shenandoah below the house.
Games in the common area.
Ebiking the C & O Canal.
Downstairs bunk room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth E.

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

Easter Get Away

Wonderful property and location to spend time with your loved ones.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

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

Family festivities

We had a lovely stay during the week of the 4th of July.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eliza S.

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

Everything we wanted and more!

This was a perfect long weekend stay for two families (4 adults, 4 kids). Comfortable, spacious, and well-equipped house on a beautiful property. Very responsive and helpful host. Would give 6 stars if I could. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raechel G.

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

Peace and Calm

Birds chirping, nice breezes and stunning views! Adventures down to the river and room for us all in the great room! Would love to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sahala B.

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

Exceptional!

Overall was beautiful. Very easy to communicate with the owner. The view was breathtaking. I’d definitely recommend this to my other families and friends. Thanks again for making our stay so pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

michelle b.

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

Beautiful setting

This was an excellent choice for our family time together. Clean, convenient and nice place a nice place to stay. Owners helpful and supportive during our visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Monica B.

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

Comfortable house with a beautiful view

Enjoyed our stay, hosts very easy to deal with. The house was comfortable and we enjoyed the view and the outside spaces and kayaks were a big hit with the fishermen, however access to the river was not ideal for our family of mixed ages requiring a drive to access the water.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Bike get-away

A group of 6 friends stayed at the house to do some bike riding wine & beer tasting in the area. We had a great time. The house worked out wonderfully.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

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

Had a wonderful weekend with a beautiful view

We stayed there for a relaxing guys weekend. The house was lovely and very comfortable and the view was amazing. The host could not have been better. I recommend this place for anyone wanting a relaxing getaway and would go back myself sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yonette D.

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

Shenandoah River Getaway

Songyee was an incredible host, her place was what our family needed for a three day private getaway. The house and amenities were exactly as what was described and Songyee was very responsive to our questions. It is a beautiful, peaceful location with a great view of the river and mountains. We really enjoyed swimming and kayaking in the river and definitely want to return in the near future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

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

Lovely vacation spot

We greatly enjoyed our four nights in this beautiful home. The central great room is wonderful — very spacious and attractive and with scenic views from the many windows. The perfect vacation home! We also have a toddler and loved being able to use the toys suitable for young kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

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

Nice spot to get snowed in.

Rented the house for my 40th with a few friends. The neighbors were very helpful. The view of the river is spectacular. The house was sufficient and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

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

Adult getaway

We take an adult weekend once a year. We had such a good time. The house was clean, spacious, and exactly what we needed for a long weekend. I had to message the owner,and she was so quick to respond. We would definitely recommend the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

rachel c.

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

Great Stay!

We really enjoyed our stay! We had everything we needed. The kids LOVED the bunk-bed room, the house is VERY clean and close to activities, but also quiet and relaxing with a beautiful view. Songyee is a great host who provided very thoughtful and helpful information for the stay! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Alberta M.

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

Quiet Country House

Five women, three bathrooms; enough space for us around the table, in the main room, on the deck. Lovely view, lots of deer, quiet neighborhood. Central to the activities we had planned.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

David F.

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

Great spot

We had a wedding at a nearby farm, and this house worked out great for what we needed. Plenty of space and no issues during the trip! Easy and quick communication from the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy D.

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

Great trip

The house was clean and as described. The view from the deck was beautiful and I only wish we were there a little later in the season as the view of the autumn leaves will be spectacular. The s’mores welcome basket was appreciated! We had plenty of room and enjoyed the close proximity of several wineries. Overall, it was a great stay and we would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia D.

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

Relaxing time on Shenandoah River

Our family of eight loved staying here. We were able to cook meals and do laundry throughout the week. Our younger kids loved the games and toys. We enjoyed hiking down to the river to kayak and we enjoyed roasting hot dogs and smores in the backyard. It was just so peaceful - a little off the beaten path and relaxing.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Songyee Yarborough

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We are a family of 5 with three adventurous boys, who want to share the experience of this unique property with you! We live in Arlignton, VA but like to come out here as much as we can.

Why they chose this property

If you hate being stuck in traffic but need a quick escape to the country, this is the perfect place for you. You can use the tollway and the greenway and quickly find yourself on peaceful country roads, and surround yourself in nature. This home is perfect for nature lovers, adventure seekers, history buffs and casino goers! We've been mindful of guests of all ages and placed many touches around the house to make your stay comfortable and memorable.

What makes this property unique

There is so much to do and explore around here for people of all interests, all within a 20 minute to 1hr drive. Or stay on the property and enjoy everything that the beautiful nature walk and the Shenandoah river has to offer, (floating, kayaking, fishing and swimming) as well all the beautiful nature and animals that surround the house.

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English, Russian, Korean

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