C&O Canal Potomac River Cottage | Cottage in Sharpsburg

10.0 (53 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  6 Guests
Shepherdstown Cottage | C&O Canal Potomac River Cottage

3 Bedroom Cottage in Shepherdstown, Sharpsburg

Located just steps away from Dam #4 on the C&O Canal / Potomac River. (C&O mile marker 84.6) Perfect for a getaway or romantic weekend. You can hike/bike the C&O Canal, bring your kayak/canoe/bikes, fish or swim in the river. Sit on the porch and listen to the rumble of the water falling over the dam. Local lore is this was the home of a canal lock keeper or the gate house keeper. For history buffs, there was a small skirmish when Lee’s army attempted to cross dam.
THIS IS NOT A PARTY HOUSE, OWNER ON SITE IN GARAGE APARTMENT.
The house is a historic house built in 1841 and remodeled sometime in the early 1900's. Please be aware, the steps up to the front door and the basement steps are a little steep.
THE FIREPLACE IS NOT TO BE USED, its not in working condition.
FYI - this house is not a Canal Quarters lockhouse operated by the C & O Canal Trust, it is privately owned.
Cell service can be sketchy down here at the river, all depends on your carrier/weather conditions, etc. I have no issues, but if you do, wi-if calling and text works. And the internet works great!
Roku for tv. You will need to use your own passwords for Netflix, YouTube, etc.
FYI FOR TIMID DRIVERS : The house is high on a hill above the river, one side of the driveway has a steep drop off down to the road. The driveway is tight, but there is room for 4 cars, you will need to make 3 point turns in order to turn around.
We also have access to a local farm if you wish to stable your horses to ride along the canal or battlefield , I can put you in touch with them to discuss fees. They will allow you to park your trailer at the farm. (you need permission/permit for the battlefield)
Public boat ramp a few miles farther down the road. Because of steep/tight driveway, there is no room for boat/jet ski trailers. You can keep them overnight at the horse farm for a small fee.

C&O Canal Potomac River Cottage is located in Shepherdstown. C&O Canal Potomac River Cottage provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Bedding/Linens, among other amenities. This Cottage features Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Bedding/Linens, to make your stay a comfortable one.

C&O Canal Potomac River Cottage has 3 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Shepherdstown has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Shepherdstown, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Bathtub or shower
Bedroom
  • Sofa bed
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Dining room
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Near laundromat
Parking
  • Car required
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Bicycle on site
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Rafting nearby
Entertainment
  • Games
  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite service
General
  • English
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a hospital
  • In a rural location
  • On the river
  • Desk
Guest Services
  • Children's games
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Skiing
  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:30 pm minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: younger ones s/b supervised, lots of small items
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property long-term renters welcome onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

William H.
Jun 14, 2025 07:19:56 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: We loved this incredible location just off of dam number 4. There is beautiful hiking along the river within a stone’s throw of the porch and the house itself is like a grandmother’s hug.
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