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Tiny House on the Potomac

95%

20 reviews

· Shepherdstown, Jefferson, West Virginia · 3 acres

Hosted by Richard D.

Cabin

· 2 guests max

All to yourself

100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

We have title records going back to Lord Fairfax for this beautiful land on the Potomac River just a mile from Shepherdstown. The Tiny House was a fishing cabin dating to at least the 1940s. The Main house is a historic stone structure dating to 1815. Learn more about this land: Relax and escape to the peace and quiet by the Potomac River, and wake to beautiful romantic views of the river and mountains in this romantic 200-square foot tiny house situated on 2.5 acres, with 450 feet of river front land. Explore and take advantage of all the activities on the river and surrounding area. Fish, bike, kayak, tube, or just sit by the river and watch the birds and wild life. Sit and read by the river or in the quiet comfort of the house with a bottle of wine on us.Relax and escape to the peace and quiet by the Potomac River, and wake to beautiful romantic views of the river and mountains in this romantic 200-square foot tiny house situated on 2.5 acres, with 450 feet of river front land. Explore and take advantage of all the activities on the river and surrounding area. Fish, bike, kayak, tube, or just sit by the river and watch the birds and wild life. Sit and read by the river or in the quiet comfort of the house with a bottle of wine on us.

What to expect

Cabin

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

2 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit, communal. The fire ring is shared with the Stone House.

Toilet available

Pit toilet

No pets

Potable water available

Bottled water or jugs

Showers available

Cold water only. We have just added a 3 season outdoor shower. It is fed with cold water but has a 5.5 gallon solar warming tank. It will be shut down for the winter before the first frost.

Bins available

Trash bin

Cooking equipment present

Bbq, fridge, sink or other dishwashing station. The Tiny house has a fridge and microwave with a BBQ outside. There is a sink (shut down in winter though).

Wifi available

Picnic table absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 4:00 PM

Check out: Before 11:00 AM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Strict

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

During your trip

Leave it better

Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

Reviews

95% Recommend22 ratings · 20 reviews

The tiny cabin by the Potomac offers a cozy escape with stunning river views and a charming atmosphere. Reviewers consistently highlight the cleanliness, thoughtful details, and the opportunity to unplug from modern distractions. The fire pit by the river is a favorite spot for many, providing memorable sunrise and sunset experiences. Some guests noted a faint smell from the pit toilet, which might be a consideration for the sensitive, but overall, the experience is highly recommended.

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· July 2024

It was a great spot. Def would recommend or stay there again

Zachary L.

11 months on Hipcamp

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· March 2024

Cute Little getaway spot

Great little cabin with everything you need. Beautiful view. We really enjoyed our stay. Close to things to do. Really appreciated the heat during a very cold night.

Jennifer B.

6 reviews

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· February 2024

It was amazing and nice to enjoy the little thing things without all of today’s luxuries I think the biggest and most important thing to me was that there was no tv no distraction from just living and enjoying Mother Nature and life

Dale R.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· October 2023

Comfortable cabin by the river

We enjoyed one night in the tiny cabin by the Potomac. Great fire pit and chairs by the river for sunset and sunrise!

Lindsay G.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· August 2023

My girlfriend and I found our trip to Shepherdstown to be amazing, especially having the opportunity to stay at this cute cabin. Everything was very clean and the decorations were charming. All the small details, like journals for guests to write in and games to play with made all the difference. The view was stunning and the fire pit was a nice touch. I would highly recommend staying here if you can.

Jason S.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· August 2023

This tiny house visit was a beautiful experience. The house has everything you need and the view of the river is breathtaking. Fire pit by the water with clear views if sunrise and sunset. Historical walk and the perfect mix of camping and comfortable rest. I highly recommend this stay!

Terese N.

7 reviews

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· May 2023

Super fun time in West Virginia

Staying at the tiny cabin was perfect. Just as advertised. It was clean and cozy inside. The outdoor shower was cold one night haha as expected so early in the year. But it was fun and made for awesome memories! We sat the lanterns provided up outside at night and showered. The grill was ready to go and worked perfectly. The air conditioner made us sleep like babies. Seriously it was an amazing time! If I had to add something it would be to clean the river bank of weeds maybe. I got the place so we could fish right at the house. But you are unable to get out on the bank to fish. Literally the only negative. But there is tons of room at the fire pit to sit and relax by the river and enjoy the fire. You are super close to Harpers Ferry and Shepardstown. Both are great spots and super cute to visit. Also Harpers Ferry Brewery. Highly recommend. Two thumbs up for a trip.

Sarah G.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· April 2023

Cute cabin, fantastic views!

Loved staying in the tiny cabin. It had pretty much everything we needed for a weekend getaway. The views are amazing and we enjoyed being close to Shepherdstown and some really cool historic places nearby.

Christine G.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· April 2023

This was a fantastic romantic getaway, we loved lounging in the hammock and relaxing by the river!! The cabin had everything we could’ve needed and we will most definitely be planning a return trip later this summer!

Klaus W.

7 reviews

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· March 2023

The cabin was so sweet and cozy and Richard was super helpful when I needed to add a night to my stay. He was available immediately and even contacted support as I was struggling. Fantastic cabin with a fantastic host!

Brooke S.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· November 2022

It was a great location and so relaxing! I loved how everything was set up. The view was breathtaking. Thank you so much for sharing!!!!

Jes M.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· April 2022

Perfect Getaway

This was INCREDIBLE. I can’t recommend this enough. Everything was exactly as listed and the cabin was absolutely perfect. There were so many lovely little touches and the hosts care really showed. I’d highly recommend bringing binoculars for the birds ! Shepardstown is just a 1.5 walk away and I had a great time at Lost Dog Coffee and the bookstore on the same street. Can’t wait to come back :)

Oliver W.

2 reviews

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· September 2021

Hosts are super responsive. I Enjoyed my stay at the tiny cabin and took the host’s advice and visited a few local restaurants and shops noted in brochures. Really yummy food downtown! If you have time, read the book of Shepherdstown Firsts for a bit of town history. I Appreciated the comfortable bed, and clean cabin, microwave and fridge. The fire pit has a easy to use grill grate. I didn’t use the gas grill but it looks nice. The outdoors shower is a nice addition. The wifi was strong enough for stream a few Netflix shows. It was fairly cool during the stay so opened the windows and enjoyed the fresh air. The location is great! Across the street from the river, amidst Civil War historical markers, several hike options within 20-30 mins drive, and less than two miles to downtown.

Melissa S.

2 reviews

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· August 2021

The Tiny Cabin is well equipped with all the things one needs for a very pleasant stay. The place is very clean and organized. The bed is comfy. The air conditioning was perfect for the humid days and nights. The best part is the natural environment. The deck affords a great view of the lazy river flowing by. There are many species of birds and one morning I had a baby fawn come by during breakfast. If you venture down to the river, there's a fire pit and a place to hang the provided hammock, a perfect way to spend a hot summer afternoon There are surprisingly few mosquitoes. The hosts were very communicative and available, both before and during the stay. I had a great time.

David C.

4 years on Hipcamp

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· December 2020

Beautiful

Quiet, clean, stylish! Great view

Lisa C.

4 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2020

Two thumbs up

Richard was a communicative and hospital host. The property exceeded my expectations and I look forward to returning next year (when there’s availability).

Mike G.

5 years on Hipcamp

Not recommend

· September 2019

Smell of mold was overwhelming. Couldn't stay in the cabin for much longer than a few minutes.

Lj M.

6 reviews

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· July 2019

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Just as advertised, quiet , good electric utilities. A nice get-away retreat. Abscence of TV and radio contribute to the ambiance. Brochures about the local area show host's thoughtful intent to make guests happy. Was clean. Windows could be washed, screen door is dingy, and an easy chair would help. Try it and when you return to plumbing, you will APPRECIATE it.

Frederic L.

12 reviews

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· July 2019

This was a really cute, private get-away. There were a lot of thoughtful details in the design of the cabin. There was a faint smell of the pit toilet that came in through the air conditioner, and I think if the unit were placed in a different window, the stay would have been absolutely perfect.