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Carrot Top Cottage surrounded by National Park

Cottage with kitchen, near Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

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Exterior
Interior
Private kitchen
Bathroom
The main level bedroom with king bed.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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  • Place, Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters
  • Place, Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
  • Place, John Brown's Fort
  • Airport, Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Loft bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Carrot Top Cottage surrounded by National Park

Tucked in middle of Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, Carrot Top Cottage is just steps off the Appalachian Trail and a short walk to the world-renowned attractions of Harpers Ferry.

Enjoy the history and natural beauty of Harpers Ferry from your own well-appointed private cottage with all the comforts of home. Play in the spacious backyard, relax around the firepit, or read a book on the wrap-around porch that looks out over the grounds of the National Park headquarters.

• Full kitchen
• Full bath with heated floor
• 4K TV with streaming apps on Roku
• King bed
• Double bed
• Futon (not ideal for an adult but great for a child)
• Patio and fire pit

The Cottage is designed to sleep up to 4 adults with the king bed and full-size bed. The futon in the loft is great for kids but we don't recommend it for an adult.

You'll be walking distance to:
• Restaurants
• Lower Harpers Ferry gift shops, outfitters, and more.
• Jefferson Rock
• Train station
• Appalachian Trail and the Appalachian Trail Conservancy
• C&O Canal towpath

It's also just a short drive to:
• Antietam National Battlefield
• Shepherdstown
• River rafting and kayaking
• Zipline
• Wineries/Breweries
• Charles Town Races

PLEASE NOTE: We kindly request that guests sign our "Potomac Adventure" rental agreement within 72 hrs of booking. We'll send an email with the link to our agreement as soon as you finalize your reservation.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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
We don't allow parties at the Estate. Only the number of guests indicated on the reservation are allowed on the property without explicit permission.
We require our rental agreement to be signed by the person responsible for the reservation. An email will be sent with a link to sign the agreement.
A security deposit will be held using the credit card on file. The hold is released shortly after departure.

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, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Harpers Ferry

Harpers Ferry is home to this cottage. Woodpecker Woods Wildlife Santuary and Blue Ridge Center for Environmental Stewardship reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include John Brown Wax Museum and John Brown Museum. Hagerstown Model Railroad Museum at Antietam Station and K & S Pewter are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and rock climbing nearby.
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Harpers Ferry, WV

What's nearby

  • Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • John Brown Wax Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • John Brown's Fort - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bolivar Heights Scenic Overlook - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Harpers Ferry Station - 9 min walk
  • Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sheetz - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Rabbit Hole - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Harpers Ferry Brewing - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Carrot Top Cottage surrounded by National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Carrot Top Cottage surrounded by National Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Carrot Top Cottage surrounded by National Park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Carrot Top Cottage surrounded by National Park located?

Situated in Harpers Ferry, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Storer College Campus and Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. Jefferson Rock and Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters are also within 10 minutes. Harpers Ferry Station is 9 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Connie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property! It was comfortable and clean and had so many little fun details. We loved our stay in the town and the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice to have separate sleeping areas. Very convenient location, was able to walk to or take short drives. Very quiet and homey. Loved the bunnies and carrots.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

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

Anniversary Get Away

Our stay at the Carrot Top was great. It was clean, beautifully decorated and wonderfully cool in the 90 degrees days we were there. The owners are very communicative and accommodating. Would love to go back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry P.

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

Amazing

This cottage was like a home away from home! It was the perfect location and spotless. We would definitely stay again and recommend to anyone
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

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

Great place to stay

Absolutely a great place and location. Our plans completely changed after getting 6” of snow and then a deep freeze, but we were comfortable and were able to prepare all our meals with the equipment and utensils provided. Communication was great, check in easy and no extravagant check out demands. Can’t wait to come back
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A Quiet Getaway

Wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy M.

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

A charming spot

Carrot Top Cottage was everything it advertised. The decor was lovely, the bed was very comfy/cozy and the location was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Very Nice!

Very well stocked, clean, great communication from host, convenient, would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

RB

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

Cozy, Convenient and Charming

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The home was full of amenities and super clean. We were able to park our car at the cottage and walk to the Appalachian Trail, and on down to the town. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick W.

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

Harpers Ferry Weekend Trip

The house was very clean with a nice porch and backyard. It was about a 10 minute walk to lower Harpers Ferry and Bolivar. The house was perfect for our nice weekend tripto celebrate our 10 year anniversary.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

DONNA E.

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

Americana vaca

So relaxing! Comforters were heavenly! Saw deer everyday!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Relaxing In Harper's Ferry

My wife and I traveled for leisure and were happy to stay at Carrot Top Cottage. Commo from the hosts was timely and useful, the house itself cute, nicely situated, well-appointed, and comfortable. The Appalachian Trail was a few steps out the door and we watched the same family of deer emerge from the nearby woods every night as we lounged on the porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer K.

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

Precious little cottage

The cottage is absolutely adorable. Everything we needed was there. Communication with the owner was fantastic. Downsides were few. The house smelled terribly of moth balls. The outside really needs cleaned or power washed. There were cobb webs all over the porch, doors and windows. I did need to contact the owner regarding the upstairs air conditioner. They promptly responded and came to fix it within 30 minutes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daryl C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As soon as we entered the Carrot Top Cottage, we felt completely at home. The cottage is a perfect mix of cozy charm and modern convenience. We enjoyed cooking several meals in the well-stocked kitchen, relaxed each night with wine on the porch, and also in the comfy living room. Walking distance to downtown area and Appalachian Trail. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this little cottage! We wanted to pick it up and take it home with us. It was extremely well stocked and comfortable. We had rain all day on our last day there, but the cottage was so comfortable, that we just spent most of our day there. It’s very conveniently located. Although the cottage itself is technically surrounded by national park land, we drove to the visitor center and rode the trolley to Lower town. Lower town is amazing! Also, Antietam is only about 30 minutes away. It’s also a great national park.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage was very clean, inviting and unique. Easy access to shops and restaurants as well as National Historical Park. The owners initiated most of the communications regarding check in and check out and communicated both emails and texting. Would love to come back and stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carey E.

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

Perfect!

Exceptional in all ways! Charming cottage in a perfect location. This was the cleanest place we have ever rented and the service to reserve and communicate was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
comfy, well equipped & great location. just like home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family had a great stay at the cottage. It's a short (but steep) walk to town and very convenient to the Appalachian Trail. We had a fun time exploring Harper's Ferry. There were 2 baby deer that visited the yard on multiple occasions. We stayed in July and the AC did a good job of keeping the house cool, it was also convenient having a washer and dryer. Would stay again if we're back in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Delightful and Relaxing stay

The home was impeccably clean, quiet, comfortable, and homey. We enjoyed our stay so much. The home was wonderfully decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage charming and cozy we had an amazing week!
These two spent the entire week with us!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

The Most Perfect Cozy Carrot Cottage !

The house is adorable inside and out! Pulling up to the house you just know that you are in for a treat! The decor is absolutely perfect. The home is very comfortable and has all that you need for a exceptional stay...and then some. Walking the streets and admiring the beautiful old homes is so relaxing! This Is Our New " Happy Place!"
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

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

Carrot Top Cottage

Unique little cottage in a historic neighborhood within walking distance to Harpers Ferry!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

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

Super Cute Cottage!

We had a great family trip here! Close to everything that Harper’s Ferry has to offer! Highly recommend this cute cabin for your trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Wonderful time

We enjoyed this weekend away as we explored the history and adorable shops of Harpers Ferry. We loved being close enough to walk on the Appalachian Trail and into town. We loved seeing the deer off and on the whole time we were there. The home was clean and super cute inside! Thank you for this nice weekend away for our family!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

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