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Family-friendly, thoughtfully modernized, historic home in Harpers Ferry.

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Living room which opens into the kitchen.
Recently restored and modernized.
Living room with french doors to patio and steps to the kitchen.
First-floor custom bathroom.
Bedroom (east)

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • John Brown's Fort
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

East bedroom (second floor)

1 Queen Bed

Primary bedroom (first floor)

1 Queen Bed

Primary bedroom (second floor)

1 Queen Bed

West bedroom (second floor)

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

First Floor Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Hallway bathroom (second floor)

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Primary bathroom (second floor) en suite

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Family-friendly, thoughtfully modernized, historic home in Harpers Ferry.

The Spy House is rich with history and has been lovingly updated by Its owner. It was built in the 1880s in the Federal style and has been adapted for modern living with an open-concept living room and kitchen.

Any cook will feel at home in the well-appointed eat-in kitchen. You can enjoy a relaxing meal around the large handmade farm table. You will find a heavy-duty gas stove, stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops.

The home features three bathrooms. The primary bathroom features a vintage clawfoot tub, the upstairs guest bathroom a shower, and the first-floor bathroom features a bespoke shower and vanity. Each of the three bedrooms has a comfortable queen-sized bed.

The house is situated on Camp Hill, which is less than a ten-minute walk to downtown historic Harpers Ferry and the train station. There is no downside to being so close to the action as even on the busiest of days in town, it remains quiet at the Spy House.

One of the house's former residents was suspected of being a spy for Germany, investigated and arrested by the FBI in 1945, and soon after pleaded guilty to charges of conspiracy to commit espionage; hence the name, the Spy House.

To complete your booking you must sign our Rental Agreement (which will be sent to you electronically) and provide a copy of your photo ID (e.g., valid driver’s license or passport). With those two items taken care of, you will be sent an email containing instructions for checking in the week of your stay.

For awareness, the property has exterior security cameras that may record the front and rear doors to assist with remote check-in and monitoring of the property between guests.

Property manager

Jay
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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

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

About the area

Harpers Ferry

Harpers Ferry is home to this holiday home. John Brown Wax Museum and Civil War Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Vivo Day Spa and Sleepy Hollow Country Club. John Brown Museum and Hagerstown Model Railroad Museum at Antietam Station are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Harpers Ferry, WV

What's nearby

  • Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • John Brown's Fort - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • John Brown Wax Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Civil War Living History Museum - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rossy's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Harpers Ferry Brewing - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family-friendly, thoughtfully modernized, historic home in Harpers Ferry. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family-friendly, thoughtfully modernized, historic home in Harpers Ferry.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-friendly, thoughtfully modernized, historic home in Harpers Ferry.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family-friendly, thoughtfully modernized, historic home in Harpers Ferry. located?

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer and John F.

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

Great place, great host, great location

Newly renovated. Towels and sheets provided and clean. Great location for AT trail or walk into town. Host very attentive. Deserves the good ratings.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn W.

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

Great accommodations

The house was excellent. We give it full marks. If we noted problem areas they would have to do with being off season in a tourist town - we had fewer walking-distance dining options than expected. But we did fine driving a few miles. The weekend was a huge success.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrystal W.

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

The Spy House

Very comfortable, well accomodated, in a beautiful area, with lots of local activities and sightseeing opportunities. The host did a beautiful job with the restoration.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas E.

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

Great place to stay!

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maddie G.

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

Great stay

I had a wonderful weekend trip here with friends. The house is beautiful, clean, and cozy, and we loved the historic details. The house is well organized and well stocked, including the kitchen, which made it easy to cook meals. The location is amazing—the house is right by downtown. Jay was very communicative and helpful, which we really appreciated. We really enjoyed our time here and would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elana F.

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

Quiet, spacious, and clean

The property was just as it was pictured online. We appreciated how clean and orderly it was. Plenty of space and just a short walk into town and to hiking trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

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

Just perfection!

We traveled with a couple who are good friends to celebrate my upcoming birthday. Visiting Harpers Ferry in the winter was a good decision, because it wasn't crowded yet most everything was open. Breweries and wineries and museums. . . it was a great trip! The home is beautiful and very thoughtfully restored. The owner even won a preservation award for the house and it's richly deserved! The kitchen is well stocked and everything was just comfortable. It was a great place from which to explore the area, and coming back at night was just like coming home. We'll be back! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

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

Family get together

Two sisters, a brother and spouses met up in this delightful house in Harpers Ferry. It was spacious and well equipped. There were interesting books and pictures in the house and in all, had a spacious but cozy atmosphere. It waa a nice walk into this quaint, historic town..
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

laurie m.

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

Perfect Stay

Host has thought of everything to make your stay very welcome
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth K.

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

Spy House in Harpers Ferry

We enjoyed our time in Harpers Ferry very much. We also enjoyed the Spy House. The location was very convenient. The house was roomy, clean, and very comfortable, and had everything we needed. We were especially impressed that the temperature in the house was perfect and stable through our entire stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Convenient location with dedicated parking in front of house (not a small thing!) Very clean, quiet, and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chrystal W.

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

Perfect Getaway

Beautiful home that has an antique feel with modern convenience. The host was very attentive and helpful. The area is gorgeous and steeped in history, with lots to see and do.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim P.

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

AT Half Way

Great property in an amazing location. Really enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Loved this place!

Wonderful stay. Great location (walkable down into town), three nice and comparable bedrooms so no one had to argue over who got which one (ha ha!), great bathrooms, great kitchen, great communication with host (although we had no issues and didn't need anything). We would absolutely stay here again. Appreciated the board games, too! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina W.

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

Gorgeous home in a great location

We loved staying at the Spy House. It was in a great location that allowed us to walk into town. The home is gorgeous - thank you for sharing it with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki B.

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

Amazing home and location

The Spy house was really great. It was so clean, updated and a perfect location. We could easily walk downtown to hiking, shops and restaurants. Jay was very responsive and thorough in giving instructions and suggestions for our trip. The kitchen had everything we needed with a nice table for us to eat and great sitting areas
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Family meeting at beautiful Harper's Ferry

Clean, well equipped house in quiet neighborhood near History and trails. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina J.

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

Great place

The house was spotless was walking distance to everything we wanted to do. Would definitely coming back here to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

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

Weekend getaway

We go
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Awesome

This property is perfect! My daughters and 1 granddaughter had a great vacation there. The house was very comfortable and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M.

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

Harper’s Ferry Respite

Beautiful house with well-appointed kitchen and comfortable beds on a quiet, lovely street in historic Harper’s Ferry. Walked to everything! Hope to come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

sean j.

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

Our weekend in hapers ferry

House was great the renovations and decorating is beautiful owner was very helpful would definitely book this place again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harriette F.

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

Spy House

Conveniently located for a gathering of 79 yo college roommates interested in the Civil War, historic preservation and natural beauty along with a little wine. We filled the house with love, laughter and memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Steps From the Appalachian Trail

What a fabulous place to stay! Charming, comfortable, and super clean. Plenty of space to spread out, a great backyard, and easy access to the Trail if you are hiking. Jay was very helpful and attentive, checking in with us on arrival and throughout our stay. Super comfy bed, great water pressure, large washer and dryer, well stocked kitchen...we would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

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

Pristine home, great location

Had a wonderful couple of nights here for a last minute getaway. The house is pristine, exactly as pictured, and in essentially perfect condition. The location is great for walking into town or hiking the trail, and very quiet at night.While we didn't cook, the kitchen is incredibly well-equipped w/ pans, dishes, basic spices, coffee, tea, etc. It would have been comfortable and functional for a much longer stay. The beds are comfy, the linens are great, and the whole space is a great mix of charming old construction w/ very modern/new renovation.The host is very responsive and gracious, and the check-in process was simple. Great to have dedicated parking in Harper's Ferry also.The only thing I'd highlight for anyone considering the property is that the ensuite bathroom doesn't have a door, so it's open to the bedroom. Just something to be aware of when booking.We would stay here again in a heartbeat and recommend it without reservation.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jay

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Thanks for taking the time to check out my house. I am a photographer and a home renovation geek. I bought this house which was a diamond in the rough. To make the space consistent with the way people now live, I opened up the first floor to make for a very social and inviting space. I have put countless hours of sweat equity into the house to make it what it is today. Please be respectful as it is more than just a typical rental property.

Why they chose this property

A friend who lives in town introduced me to Harpers Ferry about ten years ago. There are amazing hiking trails, swimming spots, fishing holes, vegetable stands, flea markets, antique shops and civil war sites. This is a wonderful, beautiful and peaceful community.

What makes this property unique

The house is located in the historic part of town know as Camp Hill. It is walking distance to the shops and sites of lower town as well as the train station. even on the busiest of summer days in town it stays quiet up here. you can sit out on the front porch in the swing and read a book, listen to the wind chimes and enjoy a cold drink.

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