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Shepherdstown is a university town with outdoor adventure
Heralded as the oldest town in West Virginia, Shepherdstown has history in spades— but that’s not all it has to offer. Located in the lower Shenandoah Valley and overlooking the Potomac River, Shepherdstown has plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation: hiking, cycling, kayaking, canoeing, you name it. The downtown district, characterized by its white columned and red bricked storefronts, offers an eclectic array of artistic shops and restaurants, “It’s got a lot of historic charm,” says Adam Miller, a Realtor who has sold 37 homes in the neighborhood. “It’s also a university town, so there’s a youthful, energetic feel to it too.”
Shepherd University campus is in the heart of downtown Shepherdstown.
Spectators enjoy the 4th of July parade as it makes it's way through Shepherdstown.
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Homes in a walkable downtown or on country roads
The neighborhood is comprised of two distinct layouts: the planned grid of the downtown district that borders the Potomac and the winding roads that stretch out west from the center of Shepherdstown and into the sprawling countryside. Though mostly a driving community, public transportation is accessible through The Eastern Panhandle Transit Authority in Kearneysville, just 5 and a half miles east from downtown. Take a walk through the historic, treelined streets of the downtown area and you’ll be surrounded by red brick and sided log buildings. You’ll find mostly Colonials, Colonial Revivals and Federal style homes. Take a drive to the countryside and you’ll find a few newer construction ranches sprinkled throughout. Prices range from $400,000 to the upper $600,000’s, with the average home going for about $500,000. 1,500-2,000 square foot homes tend to cost a little less, between $300,000 to $450,000. These prices are consistent throughout both the downtown and the countryside, though the countryside homes tend to offer more acreage.
The O'Hurley's General Store was founded over 100 years ago in Shepherdstown.
Shepherdstown historic area has a mix of commercial use, single family homes and apartments.
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C.W. Shipley Elementary is one of the best in Jefferson County
Students can start their education at C.W. Shipley Elementary School, rated an A-minus by Niche, which ranks it the Best Public Elementary School in Jefferson County. Students can move onto Shepherdstown Middle School, which holds a B rating, and then finish at Jefferson High School, which also earns a B. Shepherd University, the local liberal arts college, is a nearby option for higher education.
C.W. Shipley Elementary School welcomes students K-5 and has a student to teacher ratio of 14 to 1.
Shepherdstown Middle School serves students in northern Jefferson County.
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Local parks offer trails and history
Nature lovers can stroll beneath towering oaks and maples as they explore historic Morgan Grove Park. A 1-mile-long trail loops you around this 20-acre plot featuring meadows, a playground, soccer fields, horseshoe pits, and the spring-fed stream after which the park was named. Take a drive to North Mill Street toward Rumsey Monument Park where vibrant Red Maples and Colonial history converge. You’ll be greeted with the sight of the James Rumsey Monument, a sky-scraping granite column dedicated to the inventor of the steamboat. Climb up onto the monument’s platform for a panoramic view of the Potomac River as it sparkles beneath the peaks of the Blue Ridge Mountains. History fans can check out Historic Shepherdstown Museum where they can peruse 300 years’ worth of the town’s artifacts and historic documents.
The B&O Railroad, Potomac River and Rumsey monument create a stunning view in Shepherdstown.
Morgan Grove Park offers a playground shaded by large trees in Shepherdstown.
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The annual Contemporary American Theater Festival
For theater fans, the Contemporary American Theater Festival is a must see. This annual festival occurs every July and features a combination of 6 new plays, all of which are premieres and second or third productions. “The arts are huge here,” Miller notes. “And the theater festival really brings a big crowd.”
Rustic fine dining in historic downtown
The Downtown area has several different dining options to choose from. Start your day at the Lost Dog Coffee Fine Arts Drink Emporium, a local independent coffeehouse with a quirky and artistic vibe. This restaurant doubles as an art gallery, featuring unique works from an array of local artists along the exposed brick walls. For fine dining, check out The Pressroom, a New American restaurant in a rustic brick building that was once the home of Shepherdstown’s local newspaper. For shopping, head to the Food Lion for all your grocery needs and to The Good Shop for clothing, jewelry and shoes.
Visit Mountaineer Popcorn in Shepherdstown for a tasty snack.
Maria's Taqueria in Shepherdstown serves a mean plate of nachos.
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