Number of guests: 3
Bed and bath: 1 bedroom, 1 bath
Why we love it: Waterfront location with lake access, pet-friendly, outdoor playground, firepit, kayak available for use
This tucked-away Airstream in Hedgesville, West Virginia, is just 90 minutes from Washington, DC—and offers a quiet, creekside escape that feels far removed from the pace of the city. Set within a small, intimate campground, the trailer sits steps from a gentle stream with a private stretch of shoreline that invites slow mornings outdoors and unstructured afternoons by the water. A firepit, picnic table, and access to kayaks make it easy to spend the entire day outside, while the surrounding woods add a sense of privacy.
Inside, the Airstream is fully equipped for comfy and cool stays, with a compact kitchen, full bathroom, and thoughtfully arranged sleeping and dining space designed for up to three guests (there’s both a queen and a twin bed inside). It’s the kind of place built around simplicity: coffee by the creek, evenings by the fire, and the sound of water carrying through the property long after dark. This gem is a low-key, nature-forward retreat that prioritizes setting over most everything else.
City: Hedgesville, West Virginia
Things to do nearby: Sleepy Creek, Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historic Park, Little Georgetown, Black Draft Farm and Distillery, day trip to Washington DC