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Plum Lazy on the Potomac

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Property grounds
Property grounds
Exterior
Property grounds
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Shepherdstown, WV
  • Antietam National Battlefield
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd bedrooom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Living Room

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom in 2nd bedroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Plum Lazy on the Potomac

With stunning views and prime river access, Plum Lazy is nestled on three partially-wooded acres sloping gently to the water's edge. Enjoy 150 feet of shoreline with a large, landscaped expanse of grass perfect for play, picnics, or just shady naps. This riverfront area is exclusively for you and guests at our cabin on Knott Road.

A rocky peninsula with firepit extends your riverfront another 100 feet into the Potomac.

The large deck and stone patio features a variety of seating options, gas grill, and dining area.The vintage mobile home has been completely renovated inside. Besides the brand new, spacious kitchen, you'll find two bedrooms, two full baths, and a large living/dining area with wood-burning fireplace.It's just a 5-mile drive to quaint and charming Shepherdstown, and 10 miles to fascinating Harpers Ferry. History lovers will appreciate the close proximity to Antietam Battlefield, Harpers Ferry National Park, and many other Civil War sights. Fantastic hiking, river rafting, and biking along the C&O Canal await the adventurer.

We do allow guests to bring well-behaved dogs (2 maximum). Dogs must be leashed when outside.

Within a 10 mile radius you'll find plenty of options for groceries, shopping, and dining.Plum Lazy is in a secluded neck-o-the-woods with limited cell coverage. We have Wi-Fi internet that's good enough for streaming Netflix, etc. on the Roku TV, but it's only moderately fast and there are occasional outages.

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.

There is a motion sensing floodlight and security camera overlooking the driveway.

Property manager

Cathy Gray
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view

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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

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Shepherdstown

Located in Shepherdstown, Plum Lazy on the Potomac is on the waterfront. Harpers Ferry National Historical Park and Shepherdstown Historic District are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Woodpecker Woods Wildlife Santuary and Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historic Park. Hagerstown Model Railroad Museum at Antietam Station and John Brown Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Shepherdstown, WV

What's nearby

  • Shepherd University - 12 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Antietam National Battlefield - 20 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters - 20 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - 20 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races - 24 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

  • Harpers Ferry Station - 21 min drive
  • Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Harpers Ferry Brewing - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Blue Moon Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lilah Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mecklenburg Inn - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Plum Lazy on the Potomac pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Plum Lazy on the Potomac?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Plum Lazy on the Potomac?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diana E.

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

Relaxing weekend

The location was wonderful. The beds were comfortable. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

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

Wonderful getaway!

Everything was as advertised! We really enjoyed our stay and can't wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harley F.

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

Great!

It was so quiet in the neighborhood. It felt so peaceful and magical when it started to snow!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lilyann S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The deck and the river were the best part of our stay.

It was so relaxing sitting on the deck watching the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Dawn R.

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

Weekend getaway for half marathon

Perfect place for a short weekend! Loved being right on the water and have access to kayaks for fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Mary N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute place

Cute private place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Romy M.

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

Warm and beautiful

My friends and I loved this house can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

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

Very Relaxing!

Excellent place to stay! Very relaxing and quiet. Great great location!! The house was very clean and well-maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

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

Relaxing

Excellent property with amazing view of the river to relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Mason B.

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

Weekend get away

Casual weekend, enjoyed a nice bonfire and visited the towns nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

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

Touring & Relaxation

Very convenient to Shepherdstown, Harpers Ferry, and Charles Town. Also nice to just sit on the porch or near the river. Hubby caught a couple of nice catfish. Overall a nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marge G.

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

Great place to unwind!

Was the perfect place to go and relax. Sitting on the front porch, enjoying the river view really made the time here special. It's a great location if visiting Harpers Ferry or Antietam. Looking forward to coming back again but want to spend more time next time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn R.

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

Felt like I was in heaven

Wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

chris S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

serene

It was just what I was looking for peaceful and relaxing. Perfect location and view, so many adventurous things you can do or simply do nothing at all.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

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

Relaxing stay again place

Enjoyed the river view from the porch. Quiet and relaxing area close to Historic attractions. Had a fire in the chiminea by the deck and went fishing several times. The host, Cathy, was quick to respond to our questions. Definitely a place to be lazy and watch the deer and birds around the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

A perfect view for a wedding

We took our first look photos here and it was fantastic. Easy access to the canal. Be prepared as cellular signal was weak. we enjoyed our early morning kayaking trip. We will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann M.

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

Great Girls Weekend to Rewind!!

Quiet and relaxing. Had hoped to get the kayaks out but one girl was just post surgery on her wrist so we had to bypass them this trip. Our favorite part of the weekend was sitting on the porch and looking at the Potomac. So relaxing. The house was cute and clean, just like the pictures. Shopped in Shepersdstown and ate at the Blur Moon. It was fun!! Could not find parking in Harper’s Ferry. We were bummed about that but it didn’t ruin our weekend. We will be back to kayak and swim.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Vinod B.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Stay in Harpers Ferry

Great view of the river and seating area. Book this place if you are a total outdoor person. However, the property smelled of mold and could be cleaner. Also the pictures could be a bit deceiving as the furniture was old and creaky. We booked for 2 night but left without staying the second night because we couldn’t sleep the first night as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelby J.

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

Awesome location for nature lovers and families

Stayed Mother’s Day weekend with my husband and our twin 3 year old toddlers. What fun! We enjoyed fishing right in the river and soaked up all of the outside time we could. It rained one day but we were still able to enjoy the outside with the gazebo on the deck. Very close to harpers ferry for our day trip. Also - no cell service but instructions for setting up call and text capability on the wifi network. Bryan and Cathy were awesome and super responsive when we had questions. I hope to come back again to keep exploring!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jodi H.

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

No privacy

The property was nice, it does have ant issues but the owner was very responsive to my concerns. My only complaint/concern was that the property owner or family members literally camped in the backyard the entire time we were there. They even went to the extent of having a family reunion/party. It made the stay incredibly awkward. The family dogs kept coming down for visits and followed us into the house. If the owners wanted to use their property for the holidays, I honestly wish they would have just canceled our reservation.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kristen S.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randi G.

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

Short trip for birthday gift

We booked this property because it was affordable and within driving distance to Leesburg, Virginia. While visiting we decided to also visit the Antietam battlefield. That was very interesting and informative. About the property, it was AMAZING! Nice and quiet location. No one around to bother us. Very CLEAN! When you ever the trailer, you totally forget your even in a trailer. Everything is updated and in great condition. We will definitely stay here again, if we're ever in the area. There is a guest book that you can sign, it's so interesting to read what everyone had to say. We didn't have a pen so we couldn't write in it. That was sad. So if you stay here, make sure you have a pen to be able to include the highlights of your trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

samantha w.

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

Fantastic stay

We loved the front porch and just being able to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Lovely respite

I booked Plum Lazy for a little “me time” for a couple nights. It’s adorable, clean, and beautifully situated. I didn’t have the best weather but still was able to sit out on the deck, float in the river, and be in nature. It’s a great home base for trips to Harpers Ferry and Shepherdstown, even for some of the Loudoun County wineries. I would definitely come back with my husband or even with another couple.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

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