8/10 Good
Diane W.
15 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin
Diane W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Cabin
Charming Log Cabin in a Mountain Lake Community
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Harpers Ferry, WV
- Shenandoah Lake Beach13 min walk
- Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races18 min drive
- Harpers Ferry National Historical Park23 min drive
- Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional)36 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
About this property
Charming Log Cabin in a Mountain Lake Community
Applemoon is a dog-friendly 1960s log cabin nestled on an acre of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Two bedrooms with Smart TVs, a porch with hanging daybed and bistro table, and a cozy game loft will give you plenty of space to relax. Outside, enjoy dinner on the huge deck or build a fire and don't forget to look up at the night sky!
Applemoon strikes the perfect balance between rustic charm and comfort while maintaining your immersion in the peaceful mountain woodlands of Harpers Ferry.
The Lake & Mountain
You will be 1/2 mile from Lake Shannondale where you can purchase a very affordable day pass to enjoy the beauty of the lake and the relaxed beach area. The Mountain Lake Club also offers boat rentals and lunch & dinner.
Shannondale also offers several hiking trails and direct access to the Appalachian Trail less than a mile from the cabin.
Please keep in mind that this is a unique mountain community where each home is different and there is no HOA. Some neighbors are full-time residents and there are also other short-term rentals.
The Area
Downtown Harpers Ferry is located about 10 miles down the mountain and offers historical sightseeing and amazing natural beauty, being at the intersection of the Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers. There are adorable shops to visit, like The Vintage Lady and Two Crows Antiques, as well as some great dining options right on the water. For more adventurous guests, Harpers Ferry also offers whitewater rafting and outdoor adventure activities like treetop obstacle courses, zip-lining, and rafting on the two major rivers.
Charles Town is less than a 15-minute drive from the cabin and is a larger Main Street community with many shopping and dining options, and is home to Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races.
The climate and terrain of the Eastern Panhandle have made it a hub for vineyards and wineries. A beautiful 20-mile drive away will lead you to nearly a dozen notable vineyards. A few local favorites are included in our area guide.
Applemoon strikes the perfect balance between rustic charm and comfort while maintaining your immersion in the peaceful mountain woodlands of Harpers Ferry.
The Lake & Mountain
You will be 1/2 mile from Lake Shannondale where you can purchase a very affordable day pass to enjoy the beauty of the lake and the relaxed beach area. The Mountain Lake Club also offers boat rentals and lunch & dinner.
Shannondale also offers several hiking trails and direct access to the Appalachian Trail less than a mile from the cabin.
Please keep in mind that this is a unique mountain community where each home is different and there is no HOA. Some neighbors are full-time residents and there are also other short-term rentals.
The Area
Downtown Harpers Ferry is located about 10 miles down the mountain and offers historical sightseeing and amazing natural beauty, being at the intersection of the Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers. There are adorable shops to visit, like The Vintage Lady and Two Crows Antiques, as well as some great dining options right on the water. For more adventurous guests, Harpers Ferry also offers whitewater rafting and outdoor adventure activities like treetop obstacle courses, zip-lining, and rafting on the two major rivers.
Charles Town is less than a 15-minute drive from the cabin and is a larger Main Street community with many shopping and dining options, and is home to Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races.
The climate and terrain of the Eastern Panhandle have made it a hub for vineyards and wineries. A beautiful 20-mile drive away will lead you to nearly a dozen notable vineyards. A few local favorites are included in our area guide.
Property manager
Ashley & Jason Henley
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please note that the property is not baby-proofed.
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 3 total
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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
About the area
Harpers Ferry
Located in Harpers Ferry, this cabin is in the mountains and on a lake. Historic Downtown Purcellville and Purcellville Plaza are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shannondale Springs Wildlife Management Area and Woodpecker Woods Wildlife Santuary. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races or Summit Point Motorsports Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Harpers Ferry, WV
What's nearby
- Shenandoah Lake Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races - 18 min drive - 16.4 km
- Breaux Vineyards - 19 min drive - 17.7 km
- Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - 23 min drive - 20.8 km
- Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters - 24 min drive - 24.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Tj S Pit Stop - 18 min drive
- Tammy's Diner - 29 min drive
- Torlone Pizza - 11 min drive
- Doukenie Winery - 24 min drive
- More Better Restaurant & Beer Hall - 31 min drive
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9.8
Exceptional
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Arthur G.
20 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin
Arthur G.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Allison K.
30 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls weekend
Allison K.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan D.
13 Aug 2023
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Susan D.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Christine C.
30 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Applemoon rocks!
Christine C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Zach O.
1 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant and cozy
Zach O.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Brianna R.
10 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Trip
Brianna R.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tim S.
30 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A+ Top to Bottom
Tim S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Trisha M.
15 Mar 2025
Trisha M.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Armine B.
21 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Armine B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Danielle M., McLean, VA
28 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great rental
Danielle M.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
About the host
Hosted by Ashley & Jason Henley
Hello! We are your hosts, Ashley and Jason. We are so excited to be able to share our happy little red cabin with the world. We live just over the Maryland border near Frederick, MD in an 1800s Victorian farmhouse we're constantly finding ways to renovate. We love old houses and have been passionate about creating joyful and warm spaces ever since we had our first college apartment together in 2005. We now have 2 young kiddos who are our constant source of amusement, 2 dogs, 1 hamster, and about 75 more board games than we will ever play.
Outside of restoring and renovating, we love to go camping, watch horror movies, play Dungeons & Dragons (Jason), and start new craft projects (Ashley).
Outside of restoring and renovating, we love to go camping, watch horror movies, play Dungeons & Dragons (Jason), and start new craft projects (Ashley).
Why they chose this property
We fell in love with this 1960s log cabin the moment we saw it. You can sense the love that was put into this home in the generations of families that came before us, going back to the 1960s when the cabin was built in Shannondale. Shannondale was once a unique resort area catering to families in D.C. and Baltimore; while the community is now home to a mix of vacation rentals and full-timers, it maintains its rustic charm. It took us almost a year of gentle rehab to preserve as much of the character of the home and the surrounding natural landscape as possible, but we are now ready to share our peaceful little happy place with guests.
What makes this property unique
Our favorite Applemoon activities:
-Falling asleep on the swinging daybed on the enclosed porch mid-afternoon with the fan blowing
-Grilling and then eating dinner on the huge deck with hanging bistro lights overhead
-Building a big fire in the fire pit and gazing up at the amazingly bright night sky
-Playing a round of the original Mario Bros. on the retro Nintendo console up in the loft
-Reading in the big green chair in the living room, glancing up every once in a while to see if a deer is looking back at you through the big window in the kitchen
-Waking up (hopefully nice and late!) to the sounds of all the mountain birds singing in the trees
-Falling asleep on the swinging daybed on the enclosed porch mid-afternoon with the fan blowing
-Grilling and then eating dinner on the huge deck with hanging bistro lights overhead
-Building a big fire in the fire pit and gazing up at the amazingly bright night sky
-Playing a round of the original Mario Bros. on the retro Nintendo console up in the loft
-Reading in the big green chair in the living room, glancing up every once in a while to see if a deer is looking back at you through the big window in the kitchen
-Waking up (hopefully nice and late!) to the sounds of all the mountain birds singing in the trees
Languages:
English
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