Rappahannock Waterfront Cottage Private Pool, Fireplace, Kayaks, Fire Pit

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Check out the area

Locust Hill, VA

White Stone Beach19 min drive
Deltaville Marina24 min drive
Busch Gardens Williamsburg58 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Blue Bedroom

1 King Bed

Green Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Hydrangea Bedroom

2 Double Beds and 1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Blue Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Green Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Periwinkle Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

*THE COTTAGE*

Spacious Rosehill Cottage has three bedrooms and three full bathrooms, including a main first floor riverfront bedroom with king bed, secondary first floor riverfront bedroom with queen bed, and large upstairs room with two full beds and a pullout couch. Note: the upstairs room has an exterior entrance off the living room.

Downstairs, the fully stocked kitchen opens up to a breakfast area where you can sip your morning coffee while taking in stunning river views.

Then, stroll through the open, airy space to the cozy living room with its roaring fireplace (one of your hosts would like to note this is the perfect off-season spot for a glass of bourbon and watching football), a front sitting area for a sunset read, and a dining area that seats 8.

If you're looking for a spot with strong wifi to work remotely, this is it! Take your meetings while looking out at the river or head upstairs to the 'office' with a desk and a Zoom-ready background.

Outside, you'll find adirondack chairs, a picnic table, and a Solo stove fire pit overlooking the Rappahannock River, steps leading into the river with two kayaks, a pool open late spring through mid-fall, a darling rose garden, and even a white picket fence. The charm here is unrivaled –– Rosehill Cottage is your hideaway on the river.

*EXPLORING VIRGINIA’S RIVER REALM*

If you're unfamiliar with the area, we're located in Locust Hill, right down the road from Urbanna, where you'll find small town dining and shopping –– as well as the heralded Urbanna Oyster Festival (we’re in oyster country!).

We're also just a quick drive from the Northern Neck, Irvington, White Stone the Tides Inn, and, our favorite restaurants in the area, Merroir and Adrift. Deltaville, Kilmarnock, Mathews, and Gloucester are all also within 20 minutes.

If you're the antiquing sort, this is your region. Reach out and we'll give you recs –– Heather doesn't want to reveal all her sources here ;)

For history buffs, you’re an easy day trip to Williamsburg, Yorktown, and Jamestown.

This is where you’ll enjoy a slower pace of life on the “rivah,” and where guests often come from DC (2.5 hours) and Richmond (1 hour, 15 minutes) to escape busy city life.

We hope to welcome you to the river in 2024!

Property manager

Heather Bien

Premier Host

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Urbanna Vacation Rental | 3BR | 1.5BA | Step-Free Access

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

We allow up to 2 dogs w/ $25/night per dog fee.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Locust Hill

Located in Locust Hill, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holly Point Nature Park and White Stone Beach, while Middlesex County Museum and Steamboat Era Museum are cultural highlights. Deltaville Maritime Museum and Compass Entertainment Complex are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Locust Hill, VA

What's nearby

White Stone Beach - 19 min drive
Deltaville Marina - 24 min drive
College of William and Mary - 58 min drive
Busch Gardens Williamsburg - 58 min drive
Water Country USA - 59 min drive

Restaurants

Dano's Pizza - 12 min drive
Hardee's - 9 min drive
Urbanna Seafood Company - 15 min drive
Mi Jalisco - 10 min drive
Debbie's Family Restaurant - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Rappahannock Waterfront Cottage Private Pool, Fireplace, Kayaks, Fire Pit have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Rappahannock Waterfront Cottage Private Pool, Fireplace, Kayaks, Fire Pit pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Rappahannock Waterfront Cottage Private Pool, Fireplace, Kayaks, Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rappahannock Waterfront Cottage Private Pool, Fireplace, Kayaks, Fire Pit?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rappahannock Waterfront Cottage Private Pool, Fireplace, Kayaks, Fire Pit located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Middlesex County Museum and 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from White Stone Beach. Steamboat Era Museum and Golden Eagle Golf Club are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

12 Apr 2024

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

Such a treat!

We have rented many vacation homes and this charming cottage was the most pleasant surprise. Heather and Adam have created a beautifully designed and comfortable space to have a relaxing getaway. We spent 5 days with family at Rosehill. Two were in their 90's with some mobility issues. There was an entrance they could use that had no stairs---wonderful! And also a main floor walk-in shower---perfect! We all enjoyed sitting in the warm sun in the Adirondack chairs by the water, it was heaven! The house was spotless, very well appointed and felt like home. Every single member of our party was impressed with this rental (whew! as I am the one in charge of finding where we will stay each time we travel together)! Everyone said they would be happy to return here. It's a peaceful area. We walked the beautiful yard looking at the rose garden and investigating the pool (a bit chilly for that when we were there). We drove into Urbanna searching out fresh shrimp we needed for dinner that night. Used the grill---not the kayaks (next time!) Ate lunch in the sun by the lovely river. Discovered pour-over coffee-so fresh! Rosehill makes you feel like you have a bit of time to do whatever you wish! It's a special place they have made and I don't think anyone could regret visiting it.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

dawn l.

31 Dec 2023

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

Family Time

Our stay at Rosehill Cottage was nothing short of perfect. Everything, and I mean everything was incredible from the view to the furnishings to the kitchen which was a cook's dream come true. The beds are incredibly comfortable and the house was spotless. Heather was so helpful and prompt in her replies to the few questions we had. The family is already requesting to return in 2024.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen B.

26 Nov 2023

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

Spectacular view

Location is everything and this place checked all the boxes. You walk in the door to the most spectacular view of the River. It’s clean, quiet and comfortable. The quaint surrounding towns had wonderful restaurants and we followed the owner’s recommendations and had a few amazing meals. The kitchen was well stocked which made hosting Thanksgiving dinner easy. The owner were very friendly and responsive. Highly recommended this beautiful cottage.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg T.

8 Nov 2023

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

Wonderful Cottage and great location!

Very much enjoyed our stay, beautiful views of the river, house was well stocked. Thank you Heather!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca Z.

16 Oct 2023

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

Expansive River Views from an Updated Home with Vintage Charm

We had a wonderful October weekend stay at Rosehill Cottage. Heather was a great host and the house was impeccably clean, well stocked, and -- importantly for a rural area -- respectable Wifi! The expansive views of the Rappahannock river were gorgeous and certainly the main draw, but the house itself was just as notable with updated elements, comfy beds, and a fantastic design aesthetic with just the right amount of curated antique pieces. My husband and son braved the cooler waters and went kayaking, and we all enjoyed using the solo stove outside to roast marshmallows at night and stargaze. We ventured to Deltaville to check out the Deltaville Maritime Museum and then also went to Urbanna for dinner. Rosehill Cottage would truly make a comfortable home base for an adult group exploring small towns in the Middle Peninsula and Northern Neck. Quick note for others with small children - the upstairs bedroom can only be reached via an outside staircase, so just FYI if you have kids who might go looking for their parents in the middle of the night ;-)

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Heather Bien

Hi! We’re Adam and Heather, your hosts at Rosehill Cottage on the Rappahannock. Heather is a Richmond native who grew up going to the river with friends and family, and, from the first time she took Adam, an Austin, Texas native, he fell in love with the small towns along the Rappahannock River and Chesapeake Bay –– that's how we ended up here at Rosehill Cottage.

When we’re not at the river, we live in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington, DC.

Why they chose this property

A Rosehill Cottage Story

Rosehill Cottage on the Rappahannock is our dream home. When we drove up to this cottage in Summer of 2021 and laid eyes on its white picket fence and rose garden, we were instantly in love. As we opened the front door and saw the sweeping view of the Rappahannock River, that was it. We made an offer that afternoon and, after several months of renovations and more Facebook Marketplace pickups than we can count, here we are.

Our hope now is to bring this special place to others.

The History of Our Home

From what we’ve learned from neighbors, there was an original structure on the property dating back to the early 1900s, perhaps a caretaker’s house for a nearby farmhouse. In the 1990s, the house was gutted and added onto by an older couple that we hear loved the house as much as we do now — and they put an incredible amount of care into the rose garden that inspired the name of our home.

When we bought the property in 2021, we set out to not only renovate the home, but add in character that we felt would honor its sense of place on the Middle Peninsula of Virginia. We’re delighted to take you along on this journey.

What makes this property unique

We’re so thrilled to welcome you to Locust Hill, Virginia! Rosehill Cottage is located in a small town on the Middle Peninsula of Virginia, just a hop, skip, and a jump away from Urbanna, a just ever so slightly larger town that’s renowned for its annual Urbanna Oyster Festival. We’re also across the bridge from the Northern Neck, which includes Irvington, a town known for the famed Tides Inn.

Many of you who are from Richmond and surrounding cities in central Virginia know the Middle Peninsula and the Northern Neck well, but, for our guests coming from Washington, DC and elsewhere, this may be an area that’s new-to-you. Because of that, we want to make sure we share the beauty, vibrancy, and incredible reasons to spend time here.