Escape to a perfectly situated, walkable location with a boaty & beachy flavor!

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Entire home

Front porch gets morning sun, followed by shade all day. Be prepared to wave!

Living room has original art, TV with streaming services, and a sofa bed.

Dining room has 6 chairs (4 shown), and a long table.

Kitchen has the usual appliances + a small kitchen cart & 2 stools (not shown).

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Colonial Beach, VA

Bayside Marina5 min walk
Colonial Beach5 min walk
Colonial Beach Historical Society7 min walk
Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)116 min drive

Well equipped and maintained cottage. Walk to beach, dining. Quiet neighborhood

Charlene J.

Aug 14, 2023

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Just over an hour from DC or Richmond, a huge transformation awaits: relax at this peaceful cottage, ideally situated just a couple blocks from the beach or the bay, in quiet and quirky Colonial Beach, Virginia.

The home flows naturally and feels airy and spacious for its size. Both the king bedroom and queen bedroom are super comfy and cozy. The living room includes a pull out queen sofa if you want to squeeze in 2 more.

Beyond the bedrooms, the house includes one full bathroom, a large dining table in an open-plan, brightly lit kitchen/dining area. The front porch is shaded after the early morning, and the back porch is almost always sunny. The large back yard is fenced in and includes grass and patio space with a gas grill.

The home includes lots of free off-street parking, and is an easy walk to the bay, the beach, or to restaurants on the water or in town. Rent golf carts or use the bikes to explore a little further, or hop in your car and hit historic sites or beautiful vineyards.

Arrive by boat and walk 1.5 blocks from the dock to the house, and then spend a few days exploring the lower Potomac River, Shark's Tooth Island, or venture out into the Chesapeake Bay.

Property manager

Matt Hirschmann

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No parties (we have neighbors who enjoy the peacefulness of Colonial Beach). Sorry.

No pets (we love them, but... people have allergies, and even our favorite pets sometimes decide to mark their new territory :-)

No smoking inside or out (though it’s only about a 1/2 cigarette walk to look at the Bay and a 1 cigarette walk to see the beach!)

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

Colonial Beach

This cottage is located in Colonial Beach. Colonial Beach Historical Society and George Washington Birthplace National Monument are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bayside Marina and Ingleside Vineyards. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Maryland International Raceway or Budds Motorcross Speedway. Kayaking, power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Colonial Beach, VA

What's nearby

Bayside Marina - 5 min walk
Colonial Beach - 5 min walk
Colonial Beach Historical Society - 7 min walk
James Monroe Birthplace - 4 min drive
George Washington Birthplace National Monument - 15 min drive

Getting around

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 2 min drive
Dockside Restaurant - 3 min drive
Bobby K's Roadside Cafe - 11 min drive
High Tides on the Potomac - 11 min walk
Wilkerson's Seafood Restaurant - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape to a perfectly situated, walkable location with a boaty & beachy flavor! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Escape to a perfectly situated, walkable location with a boaty & beachy flavor!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to a perfectly situated, walkable location with a boaty & beachy flavor!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Escape to a perfectly situated, walkable location with a boaty & beachy flavor! located?

Situated in Colonial Beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Bayside Marina, Colonial Beach and Colonial Beach Historical Society. Potomac River and James Monroe Birthplace are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Charlene J.

14 Aug 2023

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

Cottage experi

Well equipped and maintained cottage. Walk to beach, dining. Quiet neighborhood

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesley B., Virginia

24 July 2023

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

Perfect for our Stay

The house is in a great location, and is very nicely decorated and extremely well provisioned. The owner is very welcoming and responsive.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Matt Hirschmann

We fell in love in with Colonial Beach as a natural first destination toward or returning from the Chesapeake. Boating in the area is fantastic, and we soon learned we loved the vibe of the town, too. After twenty years visiting, we decided to plant roots, and then decided to share it with others.

Why they chose this property

The house has a great vibe... simple, but well organized, and a good flow. The bedrooms are cozy and the living room is welcoming. The dining room is bright and is connected to the kitchen. The yard is large, and the location is excellent.

What makes this property unique

The house sits on "The Point" in Colonial Beach. 1.5 blocks west is one of our favorite restaurants on the water, the Ice House. Another block brings you to a friendly Mexican restaurant. A few blocks north puts you in the heart of town, with more food, shops, and ice cream. Walk 3 blocks east and you're at the beach. The house is easy in, easy out with a large driveway, a fun front patio and lots of space out back.

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