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Places to stay in Shepherdstown, West Virginia

Shepherdstown is a town on the Potomac River in Jefferson County and is the oldest chartered town in West Virginia, dating to 1762. Shepherd University is at the edge of the historic district, and the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal towpath is directly across the river in Maryland. Antietam National Battlefield is a short drive north.

Places to stay in Shepherdstown, WV

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Where should you stay in Shepherdstown, WV?

Stay in the center of Shepherdstown if you want to walk to restaurants and shops, or look just outside town for cabins and more space.

Shepherdstown is known for its inns, bed and breakfasts and hotels. Until listings go live here, Harpers Ferry, Charles Town and Martinsburg are the closest places to stay.

Where it is
Shepherdstown, Jefferson County, West Virginia
Also worth a look
Harpers Ferry, Charles Town, Martinsburg, Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
What people do here
History and Heritage, Hiking, Kayaking and Canoeing, Birding, Dining

Nearby attractions

  • Shepherdstown Historic District

    The oldest town in West Virginia, chartered in 1762, with a listed district of 18th and 19th century buildings along German Street. Shepherd University and the Contemporary American Theater Festival are based here.

Things to do

Where to stay for history tripsWhere to stay for hikingWhere to stay for paddlingWhere to stay for birdingWhere to stay for eating outWhere to stay for festival trips

When it gets busy

Events that affect lodging near Shepherdstown
EventWhenWhat to expect
Berkeley Springs Apple Butter Festival Columbus Day weekend in October Berkeley Springs has limited lodging, and its inns and bed and breakfasts often sell out months ahead for festival weekend.

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Shepherdstown: what people ask

Where should I stay in Shepherdstown, WV?
The town has a small number of inns and bed and breakfasts inside the walkable historic district, plus short-term rentals. Rooms are limited, so Shepherd University graduation and the Contemporary American Theater Festival in July book out months ahead.
How far is Shepherdstown from Harpers Ferry?
About 12 miles, roughly 20 minutes by way of Route 230 and Route 340.
Can you walk to the Potomac River from downtown Shepherdstown?
Yes. German Street runs down to the river at the Rumsey Monument, a few blocks from the center of town.
What is there to do in Shepherdstown, WV?
Shepherdstown is a good base for history and heritage, hiking, kayaking and canoeing, birding and dining. Shepherdstown Historic District is the main draw nearby, a short drive from town.
When is the best time to visit Shepherdstown?
The busiest weekend of the year is Berkeley Springs Apple Butter Festival, held columbus day weekend in october. It is worth planning a trip around, and it is also the weekend when lodging books up months in advance.
What towns are near Shepherdstown?
Harpers Ferry, Charles Town and Martinsburg are all good alternatives if Shepherdstown is fully booked. Each location has its own page with details on available listings.
What else is near Shepherdstown?
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park is close by and has its own page with places to stay nearby.

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