Holiday rentals in Fairplay

Historic Scrabble, Shepherdstown

The perfect private guest cottage situated beside a beautiful historic home in the unique community of Scrabble Unincorporated just a half-mile from the Potomac River. Modern, comfortable and tastefully decorated with full amenities and parklike surroundings with an abundance of nature at your doorstep. Close to Shepherdstown / Shepherd Univeristy (12 minutes), Martinsburg (20 minutes), Harpers Ferry (20 minutes) and in the heart of civil war history including the famed Antietam National Park.

C&O Canal/Potomac River Lock Keepers Cottage

Located just steps away from Dam #4 on the C&O Canal / Potomac River. (marker 84.6) Perfect for a getaway or romantic weekend. Hike/bike the C&O Canal, bring your kayak/canoe/bikes, fish or swim in the river. Sit on the porch and listen to the rumble of the water falling over the dam. Local lore is this was the home of a canal lock keeper or the gate house keeper. Secluded location away from town. NOT A PARTY HOUSE/owner on site in garage apartment. Inquire if a blocked day is available.

Private, relaxing, scenic 2 bdrm unit, Sleeps 1-5

My mother said over and over again, “The most beautiful place in Washington County “. Start your day with a brisk walk on a nearly 1 mile path that surrounds the perimeter of this beautiful farmland property. Enjoy your morning coffee as you listen to the birds. Relax in a rocking chair on the gazebo as you watch the sun go down behind the mountains. Less than 10 min from I 70 and I 81 and 20 min from Whitetail Ski. Don't expect everything brand new, but expect everything to be neat and clean.

Guest Apartment by C & O Canal and Battlefield

Luxurious, modern comfort with KING & QUEEN sized super comfy beds.Newly remodeled. 3min to center of Sharpsburg in quiet country setting, w/1200 square ft. of space that’s all one level inside. Bright & modern basement apartment with private entrance. Firepit and beautiful outdoor seating. Lots of large windows and natural light. Fully equipped kitchen, 2 BR, 1 BA. It’s on the ground floor and Hosts live on top, main floor. Shepherdstown 7 mi. C & O canal 1/3 mi. Antietam Battlefield 1/2mi

Charming Historic Canal House C&O Potomac Antietam

The Canal House at Taylors Landing. We are in the countryside, bordering the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal Historic National Park, 2 miles from the Civil War's Antietam Battlefield. Our home is an original 1790 log cabin with 1857 additions, also features modern amenities, including a chef's kitchen. Multiple outdoor venues, extensive grounds and amazing views of a 4-seasons garden, the C&O Canal National Park, and the Potomac river. Enjoy a creative retreat, nature, history, adventure, romance.

❤️ Secluded 1940s Romantic Tiny House on the River

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 3 acres, 450 feet of river front land. Explore and partake of all the activities on the river and surrounding area, just 1 mile from Shepherdstown. Fish, bike, kayak, tube, or just sit by the river and watch the birds and wild life. Read by the river or in the quiet comfort of the house, w/ some wine on us.

Creekside Retreat at the Jewel Vinsota

Relax in a quiet, curated, pet-friendly art exhibit. Live with paintings & sculptures that are for sale. This garden apartment is tucked into a hillside above a creek, along the Jewel Vinsota Sculpture Trail. Your host/gallery curators live upstairs. The “Artist’s Guesthouse” is next door. The private entrance is down a stone-stepped path. Perfect for 2 w/ the queen bed but room for 3 w/ the living room futon. Fully equipped kitchen. Private charcoal grill and fire pit next to the creek.

Spruce Run Cottage, Farm stay on Catoctin Mountain

The cottage is located on 25 acres of mostly wooded terrain off Highway 17 near Wolfsville, Maryland, less than an hour and a half from D.C. The cottage faces the woods and the private drive down to the creek. There is almost zero light pollution at night so stargazing is incredible from the balcony. The hosts live on the property up the hill in an 1890’s chink log cabin. Although you can see our house, the cottage feels very private and is a quiet comfortable retreat in the hills.

NEW * The Getaway Cottage at Rocky Marsh Farm

Welcome to The Getaway Cottage, a charming two-bedroom, two-bath home nestled in a peaceful country setting, located just 3.5 miles from Shepherdstown. Our location offers easy access to all the exciting activities and attractions the eastern panhandle has to offer, enjoy a short country side drive to dining, shopping, hiking trails, white water rafting and kayaking adventures. The historic town of Harpers Ferry is a short 25-minute drive away, and 15 minutes to Antietam Battlefield.

Oak Hill Private Suite Historic North End

A recently renovated private suite only 1.5 miles from town center. Welcoming ‘walking’ neighborhood of architecturally diverse homes inspired by the Garden City Movement of early 20th C. Near both Interstate 81 and 70, Museum of Fine Arts, Whitetail Ski Resort, New Baseball Stadium, Antietam, Gettysburg, Frederick, C&O bike trail, wineries, outlets. Guests enjoy stays for tourism, conferences, trainings, the MD Int’l Film Festival, JFK 50, family visits and artist retreats.

Private Country Club Home

I am an experienced super host with eight years of hosting. I have a charming mother-in-law suite with your own entrance in an upscale country club development. Features a beautiful two acre backyard, a fire pit, outdoor deck and grill, private living room, kitchen, bath, and bedroom. We are just 20 minutes from White Tail Ski Resort and less than an hour to Gettysburg, Antietam Battlefield, the Appalachian trail, and C&O Canal. Come join us for a relaxing stay.

The GW Hollida Cottage of Shepherdstown

Let time slow just a bit at this unique and tranquil getaway! This recently renovated cottage is situated just behind the GW Hollida house, circa early 1800s. Whether taking a few extra breaths of fresh air on the deck, taking a stroll through the 5 acres of serenity, or kicking back to enjoy some peace and quiet, we are confident you'll love this place as much as we do!