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The River House at Whitestone: Pet Friendly, Secluded Private Beach, w/ Kayaks!

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A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by trees and a wooden deck.
A spacious cabin with high ceilings, large windows, a dining area, and a cozy seating area.
A wooden interior with a dining table set for four, a chandelier, and a view of trees through large windows.
A cozy cabin interior with a piano, chairs, rugs, and large windows offering a view of the forest.
A cozy room with a brick fireplace, wooden walls, and a clock.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Perched along the water, this 4-bedroom vacation home accommodates 11 guests with 3 bathrooms. It features 2 separate living rooms and a jetted bathtub. Enjoy beach views from the porch, patio, and deck while engaging in nearby fishing, parasailing, and birdwatching. The property is pet-friendly and located near White Stone Beach and Public Beach.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to White Stone Beach
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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White Stone, VA
  • Place, White Stone Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Yorktown Beach
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Place, Cuba Island
    ‪51 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Basement 1

1 King Bed

Basement Twins 1

2 Single Beds

Basement Twins 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Single Sofa Bed

Primary (Upstairs) Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Basement

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Main floor

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo

Primary (Upstairs) Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

The River House at Whitestone: Pet Friendly, Secluded Private Beach, w/ Kayaks!

This rustic, beautifully decorated house sits high up in the trees overlooking the Rappahannock River and offers beautiful views whether you're sitting on the wrap around back deck, the benches on the dock, or down on the peaceful and secluded sandy private beach. You can get to the beach by stairs or taking a short stroll down the "nature trail" ravine (which our dogs love).

The interior is open, well-lit and beautifully decorated with artistic touches and inviting spaces. There's an office area, library, a baby grand piano, and a jacuzzi in the primary bedroom... everything you need for a relaxing escape from everyday life.

The house can sleep 12, but only 10 in private bedrooms. There is a queen bed in the loft master bedroom and adjoining master bath, 3 bedrooms on the basement level that leads outside (2 twin beds in one, 2 more twins in another, and a king bed in the third). There is a shared full bath on this floor as well. The main floor has a full bath and pull out couch that sleeps 2. The kitchen and dining room are well stocked and open layout - perfect for large gatherings with lots of food!

There are baby/kid friendly amenities as well like plastic forks, bowls, plates and cups in the kitchen. There are also baby gates, a baby walker on wheels, booster seat, highchair, and a pack n' play.

There are also dog friendly amenities including dog bowls and sheets to cover the couches.

We also have two kayaks, fishing poles, blow up floats, beach chairs, floating beach chairs, a beach umbrella and sand castle making beach toys to share!

** Note: there is no garbage service so we request that you take all garbage/recycling to a local facility (house binder provides multiple options) or we can offer to take it for a fee of $20

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 453 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2425469vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

White Stone

Located in White Stone, this holiday home is on the beach. Steamboat Era Museum and Mary Ball Washington Museum and Library are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Compass Entertainment Complex and Deltaville Maritime Museum. With kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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White Stone, VA

What's nearby

  • White Stone Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Deltaville Marina - 22 min drive - 31.1 km
  • Yorktown Beach - 50 min drive - 75.0 km
  • Cuba Island - 51 min drive - 77.6 km
  • York River State Park - 59 min drive - 90.3 km

Getting around

  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Tides Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Front Porch Coffeehouse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Salt and Meadow - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The River House at Whitestone: Pet Friendly, Secluded Private Beach, w/ Kayaks! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at The River House at Whitestone: Pet Friendly, Secluded Private Beach, w/ Kayaks!?

As of 24 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The River House at Whitestone: Pet Friendly, Secluded Private Beach, w/ Kayaks! on 30 Sept 2026 start from AU$2,501, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The River House at Whitestone: Pet Friendly, Secluded Private Beach, w/ Kayaks!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The River House at Whitestone: Pet Friendly, Secluded Private Beach, w/ Kayaks!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The River House at Whitestone: Pet Friendly, Secluded Private Beach, w/ Kayaks!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The River House at Whitestone: Pet Friendly, Secluded Private Beach, w/ Kayaks! located?

This White Stone holiday home is on the beach, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from White Stone Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Public Beach and Golden Eagle Golf Club. Steamboat Era Museum and Historic Christ Church are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was spacious and perfect for two families. Was a little disappointed in the WiFi, but we didn’t use it much. Spent most of our time on the dock fishing and catching crabs. Caught some huge crabs, and a couple puffer fish! Also saw dolphins at dawn and some sting rays. The kids had a blast. Pet friendly too!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is the quintessential Rivah house. It is charming and spacious. The views are spectacular, water access is great, and house is well stocked. We had a great time singing, dancing, and watching a thunderstorm roll in. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house! Perfect for our little family and friends. Beach area and dock are very cool! Total privacy, and rustic charm!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay in White Stone! It’s close enough to the shops, grocery and restaurants in Kilmarnock and Irvington, yet extremely quiet and peaceful. The private beach was the highlight of our stay. The sand was really nice and not mucky at all. The water was wavy enough for boogie boards some days and calm enough to float in. There was a little bit of a walk down some steps towards the beach as we expected from the photos, which was manageable for us. We had fun fishing off of the dock and caught quite a few fish. We also enjoyed kayaking to the bridge and into the inlet. My husband even kayaked with some dolphins! The house was perfect for our needs and had plenty of space for everyone to spread out. We loved the rustic feel and large windows. As an added bonus it was really nice not having to do laundry on checkout day or to worry about having to purchase hand soap and toilet paper upon arrival. They were very nice to communicate with, flexible with check in time and cleaned thoroughly. Even though it is a pet friendly rental it did not have any pet odor as some do. I do recommend bringing some beach chairs if you have a few people and a queen foam mattress topper if you like a softer mattress. I miss the beach already! We are looking forward to booking again in the future.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2026
Hello Steph! Its Becky F. I am delighted to hear your wonderful review. Thank you for coming and I'm thrilled that it seemed perfectly tailored for your crew. Please come back, and Thank You!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a gem! Our families, kids included, had an incredible time! We did not end up bringing our pups, but they would have loved it, too! The house had everything we needed and then some. Ample space for all. The main level was a dream. The office was my favorite room and I wish I could take it home. The views, private beach, and dock were our selling points and they did not disappoint! The beach is sandy, shallow, and perfect for kids, pups, and lounging in the water. Kayaks were a big hit, our boys used them daily. The dock had perfect tie ups to keep our boat. No major luck fishing off the dock, but not for lack of trying. We took the boat out daily and had luck with crappy, mackerel, and flounder. Only keepers were mackerel, which were absolutely delicious! Everything you could want/need, if not at the house, is within a 10-15 minute drive. Compass Entertainment was a fun find for mini-golf and go karts! The Sandpiper is a must for dinner and drinks! This property really is a gorgeous “tree house” dream. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the time here in this beautiful setting with our family!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying - perfectly comfortable and low key on a spectacular lot with stunning sunsets. Hosts super available and accommodating. Love this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2026
Anna, I've just taken over the renting of our house and did not learn how to 'rate guests' until now... I wish I had figured out how to give you a perfect rating sooner but there is a 14 day window. Anyway thank you for coming and your review. John Fralin
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place. Helpful and communicative hosts. And extremely accommodating for our unique stay. We're very grateful to have stayed here. It was a blast!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. Plenty of room for the whole family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Felt lots of family love here. Wonderful to be pet friendly, dock for boat, and a partially shaded beach with sandy bottom was delightful. Checked all our boxes! Any questions or needs were addressed immediately.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a lovely time in White Stone, it was peaceful and relaxing.

The renters are helpful and responsive to all of our questions and requests.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2021
Maurita, thank you for your review our little guinea pig. You guys left the house in such beautiful shape, you’re welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just Beautiful

Wonderful stay. Perfect location. Can’t wait to go back. It’s that simple.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful large cabin overlooking the river

Great gathering spaces on 2 floors, large windows that look into tree tops and river, fun small beach for games!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2022
I'm thrilled you enjoyed your stay! Please come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is tucked away in a peaceful, secluded spot where the only sounds you’ll hear are from nature itself. I especially loved the private beach, it was such a relaxing escape. We spent most of our time fishing off the boat deck, which quickly became our favorite hangout. We did come across a few bugs, but nothing unexpected for the setting. Overall, we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This river house is very spacious. It is located on a lush, secluded lot with private beach and private boat deck. We had 9 guests. The open layout is ideal for socializing, and there are plenty of spaces available when you wanted more privacy. The location was a short drive to a beautiful local golf course, to the town of Urbana, and some great restaurants on the water.We rented a pontoon boat and cruised around the river, docking the boat right on the private beach. The owners have had the house in their family for years. They were very responsive to our needs. We plan to book the property again next September.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2026
Phillip and friends, We look forward to having you all for another stay in September! Becky F.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

White Stone

House a little dated, but primo location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2022
This family could not have been better guests. I thank them all and hope their visit didn't disappoint them. Yes, the location is primo even if the house is 30 years old.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

Beautiful property, hope to come back. Very roomy, complete with all essentials. Needed some airing out and vrbo didn't send the door code, but it all worked out and our group had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2022
Kim and gang sounded as if they stayed very busy with boating/kayaking camp while in White Stone. I am glad they enjoyed the house. It is a perfect place for six guests. Kim, we had a new roof put on. The old one was 28 years old and had developed a couple of very small leaks behind the walls. Now that it is replaced I hope the need to air it out won't be necessary again. My bad on the door code. Please come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very private on the beach!

Very interesting home with a lot of family history. Piano. Guitar. Amazing dining room table. Wonderful upstairs suite with other bedrooms two floors away so lots of privacy. Kitchen looked well stocked although we ate all our meals at a relative’s home. I didn’t cook at all. Beach is lovely!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway

The property is very secluded, You feel like the world is behind you. It is peaceful and quiet, The sound of nature will be the only symphony you’ll hear. I love the private beach area. We fished and caught some crab on the boat deck. The house is a bit old but that is where the charm is. There was some bug in the house but that was expected. Overall we had great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Rivah house

Had an awesome time relaxing with family at this beautiful house on the Rapahannock River, and watching the Osprey family on their nest. Also enjoyed spending time playing both guitars & piano. Our host was always available - though we did not lack for anything. We will come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
Steve and his family were wonderful appreciative guests and will be welcomed anytime. I loved reading that they relaxed, played music and enjoyed the water and wildlife-- as we hoped they would. The house is really an amazing place to be and it is lovely to hear such positive remarks.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely post-Christmas Stay

The house is lovely and the view of the river is gorgeous - especially the sunsets. There are huge windows looking out into the the trees and the river. There was plenty of space for all 8 of us. The kitchen has everything you would need - even popover pans! The owners were wonderful: when the kitchen faucet broke, they fixed it immediately.The private beach is lovely too - although we couldn't really use it that much given it was December. It would be great to come back in the summer.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Privacy and relaxation!

In love with this home! Cozy, inviting, spacious, and private! The home had so many special touches and accents that made us feel right at home. We gathered in the huge kitchen and cooked all of our meals, enjoyed cocktails on the deck at sunset, and slept late in the comfy bedrooms. Everyone’s favorite was the private beach. We floated, sat in the sand, and fished on all the nice weather days. If you’re looking for a relaxing family get a way this is it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2022
Robin, you all left no. trace of 8 people having been there! Thank you for your praise of the house. You utilized your time there EXACTLY as my family would. The beach and cocktails, watching the magnificent sunsets there, ........ Aahhhhhh! Thank you for coming and please come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location location location

Cannot beat this location. The private beach was just incredible. We came with two dogs who enjoyed going for a swim each morning. The kids loved hanging out on the beach all day. The hosts were responsive and thoughtful. When we arrived the first night the lights were on and music was gently playing. Thoughtful touches that were very much appreciated. We could not have hoped for a better experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Getaway with on Private Riverfront (Perfect Weather)!

I had a wonderful long weekend at Becky's lovely home along the Rappahannock River. The house is large, comfortable, and obviously well-maintained. It's fully stocked with the necessities, so no need to bring linens and towels. The pictures do not do it justice. The home was just what my pup and I needed to get away from the city for a few days. Becky is a welcoming and gracious host, and made sure we had everything we needed. I would highly recommend this stay, and also hope to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2022
Tracy and her pooch were perfect guests. The house had no trace of a pet being there except I found a much loved and chewed on soccer ball in the yard. If it is a favorite toy I will be happy to hold on to the ball for its return to you. I appreciate your positive remarks about the house. It is my family's pride and joy. Please come again!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Mixed Feelings

The location is five Star! The house space is ample. There are numerous items (inside and outside) that need maintenance. I have never rented a home through Vrbo where I needed to take the trash with me. The homeowner was very responsive and willing to work with us. We did enjoy time as a family in the fresh air, on the water, and relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Dec 2024
Thank-you Laura. My brothers and I who own the house, grew up elsewhere-- Arlington. Ive never lived in a place that's got no trash service. Or water service! I understand. Its one of those things....

About the host

Hosted by John Fralin

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We are so excited to share our property with you. It holds some very special memories over the last thirty years including a family wedding, family reunions, and four generations of family gatherings. Our parents (who were also grandparents and great grandparents) bought this land in 1975 and eventually built their dream home for their retirement from jobs in Washington D.C.

Our pets are just as much a part of our family as the humans, and we welcome your families, including the fur babies.

The sunsets here are epic, the house is perfect for family gatherings and the kayaks are for adventuring.

Why they chose this property

Our family chose White Stone, Virginia to build this house because all of the immediate family and so much of the extended family settled in Virginia. Instead of driving to North Carolina for family vacations, which was becoming increasingly more difficult with more great/grandkids being born, we decided to build something only an hour outside of Richmond where we could enjoy the beach and each other more often.

What makes this property unique

Our property is unique not just from an architectural standpoint, but also because it is one of very few properties that has its own sandy beach. The house overlooks the water and bridge and the sunsets are just absolutely epic.

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