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*In The Heart Of Antietam*

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6203 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

*In The Heart Of Antietam*

This beautiful historic home is right in the heart of the historical Antietam National Battlefield! The original footprint of this home was built in 1790 and was originally used as a Post Office during the Civil War. Later, the building was added onto in the 1850's. Seconds away from the nationally known Nutter's Ice Cream shop, Burkholder's Bakery, Captain Bender's Tavern, which has an amazing food menu, and many other local shops.

There is so much to do when you stay here. Visit the Antietam National Battlefield and see the surrounding areas from the Civil War era Watch tower; visit the newly restored Burnside Bridge, hike the C&O Canal, fish the Potomac River and Antietam Creek, visit the Antietam National Cemetary. Walk around Boonsboro, MD and shop in Shepherdstown, WV.

There is a fenced in back yard for you to relax and an enclosed porch to store your bicycles during your stay.
We know you will enjoy your stay with us!

Property manager

Silvia Ruiz

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony or patio
  • Yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the city center
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Rafting nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2180 sq ft (203 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $25 Pet Fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Heart Antietam House Sharpsburg
Heart Antietam House
Heart Antietam Sharpsburg
Heart Antietam
In The Heart Of Antietam
*In The Heart Of Antietam*
*In The Heart Of Antietam* Sharpsburg
*In The Heart Of Antietam* Private vacation home
*In The Heart Of Antietam* Private vacation home Sharpsburg

About the neighborhood

Map
Sharpsburg, MD

What's nearby

  • Antietam National Cemetery - 10 min walk
  • Antietam National Battlefield - 2 min drive
  • Shepherd University - 7 min drive
  • Appalachian Trail Conservancy Headquarters - 25 min drive
  • Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Martinsburg Station - 25 min drive
  • Martinsburg, WV (MRB-Eastern West Virginia Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Blue Moon Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lilah Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mecklenburg Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rasco NY Pizza - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is *In The Heart Of Antietam* pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at *In The Heart Of Antietam* ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at *In The Heart Of Antietam* ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is *In The Heart Of Antietam* located?

Located in the heart of Sharpsburg, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Tolson's Chapel and Antietam National Cemetery. Antietam Creek Vineyards and Antietam National Battlefield are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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*In The Heart Of Antietam* Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 82 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cliff D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great location
very well prepared, very convenient to the battlefield, Sharpsburg, ice cream and the bakery, the old town spring is just a few steps behind the property-very cool
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a great historic house to stay in. All modern conveniences while staying true to the structure and history of the home and area. We enjoyed our days visiting Antietam Battle Field, Sharpsburg, and surrounding towns. Beautiful area with lots to see and very friendly people. It was nice to come back at the end of the day and relax in the house with plenty of room unlike a hotel room. Price was great also.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Authentic Historical Experience
We came into town for a family wedding and this home gave us a great feel of what life is like in a historic town. We enjoyed the Nutters Ice Cream and how close the home was to everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Easy to work with
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tara H., Arlington, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location and beautiful town
We had a lovely stay at the property! House was exactly as listed and excellent location! Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great central location
Loved staying down the street from the famous Nutters. And to have the Big Spring right out back was fascinating. A great central location for visiting the battlefield and other sites around Washington County, MD. Comfortable house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short vacation
It is a very well decorated, historical home. It has been nicely renovated over the years. It is an interesting and comfortable place to stay. There is a nice little yard out back too if you bring a pet. There are wonderful neighbors around as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hilary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Experiencing history!
Home is elegant and spacious and very clean. Convenient for touring Antietam and Harpers Ferry, which was our goal, and it was very cool to stay in a historic building in a historic town. Host and his team made us feel very much at home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun family extended weekend
Comfortable stay for family of 6 with boys between 15 and 22 years. Michael was very friendly and helpful, great location for tubing and battlefield visits. Ice cream 3 houses down and a 5 minute walk to the best donuts ever. Would go here again .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect
The name of the property "In the Heart of Antietam" fits this place perfectly. We walked to many locations from the front door. The house was very nice with lots of character. We couldn't have asked for a better place to stay. We would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house with lots of history
We had a wonderful time at this beautiful and very historic house. The amenities were exactly as described and there was plenty of room for our family of 5 adults and 1 baby. We also loved all the extras Michael provided, such as the wine and breakfast in the fridge! This place was practically on the battlefield and my parents loved being so close to such an important historical site!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Philip D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Freedom's Run Stayover
My fiancee and my friend and his gf and I all stayed at the property since my friend and I ran the Freedom's Run race in Shepherdstown. The location and closeness to the race were both great. The house is wonderful and provided us with a positive overall weekend experience
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super convenient!
Our family stayed here to enjoy some Civil War history. We explored Antietam, Harper's Ferry, and Monocacy Battlefield - all very accessible from this location. We enjoyed all the space we had in the house, and the multiple bedrooms. Everything was super clean and the wifi was easily accessible. Little treats in the fridge were very welcome and appreciated! We had a lovely stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice get away
We spent a fun weekend at the house in Antietam. Its a funky old house! It was big enough for us to spread out and WAY better than a hotel. Awesome ice cream store and a nice little tavern right around the corner. The snacks in the fridge and wine left by the owner were much appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Emma B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cold but great service.
We had a mom’s and kids weekend and this place was mostly perfect. The history was cool. It was spacious and location couldn’t have been better. The heat did go out the day before we were scheduled to leave, which is the only reason I didn’t give it a perfect review. The property manager and staff were super responsive and apologetic and as helpful as they could be dropping off space heaters etc. I know stuff like that is also to be expected in old houses, but it was chilly! Based on the service though I would absolutely stay again and have no qualms recommending to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway!
Stayed for a weekend trip, had a fantastic time! The house was very clean and had plenty of room for our group of 7. (4 adults and 3 kids). The snacks, coffee, and wine in the fridge were a very nice treat, too! Michael stopped by to chat and was very nice and helpful! Took the advice of the locals and ate at Cpt. Bender's Tavern (delicious!) and made sure to try the ice cream place down the street (also delicious!). Was a short drive into Harpers Ferry, WV, and we made sure to stop at the Antietam Battlefield for a bit. Overall a great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Tim C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Solid Experience
This is a very solid VRBO. Pros: - Location is excellent; right in the downtown Sharpsburg next to a yummy ice cream place. It's easy to drive to and from. - Parking was good. There's a public lot across the street (no overnight there) and street parking in front of the unit. - There's a good amount of space in this unit with three bedrooms, a living room, dinning room, and kitchen. - The wifi is blazing fast; I was getting over 300 mbps when running speed tests. - It was a comfortable stay. The beds are nice and the sheets seem quality. There are a few places to adjust the temperature in the house and the system seems to work well. - Cleanliness was mostly solid; the bathrooms and bedrooms seemed well cleaned. (I'll speak about the living space in the Cons) Cons: - The main Con would only apply to people with younger kids. While the bedrooms and bathrooms were clean; the carpets in the living spaces were quite dirty. There were lots of dirt and dust specs and there was also a small lego piece sitting on the carpet, which for our child was a choking hazard. If you do not spend time down on the floor with a child, this is probably not as big of a deal. - Communication was rocky to start. I tried calling the property manager from the phone number listed on VRBO, only to find out that it is an old phone number, if you're trying to call the number ending in 8150, that is incorrect, I can't post the correct phone number in a review, but the 8150 did tell me the correct number
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this place
This is our second stay here. A family of 6 and this time we brought our 2 dogs. We love this house. There is enough space for us with the house laid out so well. Its a charming house and feels clean. Fence out back but not fully completed (for dog owners) but not a big deal. We walked them out back anyway to pick up their business. Every evening, we walked to nutters for ice cream. It made for family memories our kids will remember for a lifetime. We love this house and will continue staying. Make sure to walk back and check out the towns old spring. Such cool history. House is perfectly located. About 26 minutes from harpers ferry and 34 from Cunningham Falls. Shepherdstown 10 minutes away. 5 minutes from a coffee shop, and Bonnies (also 5 min away) was an excellent diner breakfast. Stay here. clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

William E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
It was a great location, fully stocked, minus the food of course. Warm and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in Sharpsburg
Property was as shown on website. It was everything we expected. There could be better information for the use of keys for checking in. Everything was very clean and ready for our arrival.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W., Houston, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway accommodation.
Great location. Worked very well for our two couples. Plenty of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location loved the house
Enjoyed!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark C. C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Historical trip.
Was the first time to Antietam and thoroughly enjoyed the trip. The house was not the Hilton but that was not why we selected it. The house was very clean and well stocked for our purposes.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for exploring
Right in the middle of the small town of Sharpsburg, this was a great place to stay and explore the surrounding area. The ice cream shop, bakery, and restaurant are all just a few minutes' walk, and it's easy access to the next town over. The house was clean and the kitchen had all you'd need to camp out for quite a while. As of early June 2022 part of the fence in the backyard was missing, so the yard isn't truly fenced - anyone with pets take notice. One of the three queen beds needs a little more support; it's fine for one person, but two adults would definitely roll to the middle. Wifi was fast and reliable. Overall, really good place in a quiet small town to enjoy a long weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Thomas J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Historic old home with great location for visiting Harpers Ferry and Antietam. Nutters Ice Cream as great as advertised. As previously noted by another guest, one of the beds not comfortable for adults.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022