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Gem on the Potomac River! Private beach, local restaurant, beautiful sunsets!

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A waterfront property with a dock extending into the water, featuring multiple buildings with visible roofs and a clear sky.
Property grounds
A single-story house with a front porch, a garage, and a small garden with various plants.
Front porch with room for sleeping and chilling
Living area with sold out couch

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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King George, VA
  • Place, Caledon State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, The Shops at King George
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, L.E. Smoot Memorial Library
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manassas, VA (MNZ-Manassas Regional)
    ‪75 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gem on the Potomac River! Private beach, local restaurant, beautiful sunsets!

Quaint cottage nestled in a Potomac River Community just steps from the Potomac River and private beach area. Equipped with two bedrooms and fold out couch in living, front porch with another double bed. Enjoy hanging out in the yard after beach sunning and sports during the day or biking around the neighborhood. We have some of the best sunsets on the East Coast! The Potomac River is great for swimming, kayaking, boating and more. Many boats come to our area to hang out due to our sandy river bottom and local restaurant. There is Fairview Beach Marina if you would like to launch a boat for the stay. Walk to pick pizza and subs up of sites to see, Eagles soaring along the Potomac along with Osprey, Geese and numerous wildlife. Lots of areas for hiking, biking and history. Don't forget to visit downtown Fredericksburg while you are in the area to walk and dine downtown just 25 minutes away.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
PETS ARE CASE BY CASE
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors and return the keys
Keys will be on front porch in top drawer of stand at door.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3446969vb
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

King George

Located in King George, this cottage is on a river. Chatham Manor and Old Stone Warehouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Land's End Wildlife Management Area and Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at YMCA Rowe Tennis Center or The Range. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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King George, VA

What's nearby

  • Caledon State Park - 8 min drive - 10.0 km
  • The Shops at King George - 9 min drive - 9.9 km
  • L.E. Smoot Memorial Library - 12 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Cedell Brooks, Jr. Park - 14 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Fredericksburg Battlefield - 23 min drive - 29.3 km

Getting around

  • Fredericksburg Station - 24 min drive
  • Manassas, VA (MNZ-Manassas Regional) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Charro - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Vinny's Italian Grill & Pizzeria - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Happy Dance Coffee Shop - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tim's II Rivershore - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gem on the Potomac River! Private beach, local restaurant, beautiful sunsets! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Gem on the Potomac River! Private beach, local restaurant, beautiful sunsets!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gem on the Potomac River! Private beach, local restaurant, beautiful sunsets!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gem on the Potomac River! Private beach, local restaurant, beautiful sunsets!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gem on the Potomac River! Private beach, local restaurant, beautiful sunsets! located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of The Shops at King George, L.E. Smoot Memorial Library and Cedell Brooks, Jr. Park. YMCA Rowe Tennis Center and George Washington's Ferry Farm Visitor Center are also within 16 miles (25 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. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eileen F.

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

So glad we visited here!

What a charming cottage! If you are looking for a laid back, home-away-from-home with everything you could possibly need to make your vacation perfect - look no further! We can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2023
Thank you so much for your review and we loved having you!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very adorable cottage with everything you would need for your stay. *Added bonus, you can bring your fur baby! The sunrise was beautiful on the front porch & just a short walk to the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for staying in our Cottage! It was such a pleasure to have you and come stay anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G.

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

Great House

We really enjoyed staying at this house. Everything was as advertised. The neighborhood is nice, the beach is convenient and Tim’s II was a great restaurant on water within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2024
Thank you and your family for visiting our wonderful beach village! Come anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny H.

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

Cute beach house!

I concur with the other reviews, this is a 5 star stay. The location is great. This is a quiet beach Community, really fun to walk through. The cottage is clean, nicely decorated, and has everything you need. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely consider going back. No reservations on this one, go ahead and book it you’ll be happy!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review! Our Riverfront Community is one of those hidden gems on the Potomac!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Loved the place and location

This was a work weekend for my daughter and relaxation weekend for me. She was looking forward to searching for sharks teeth, this was not the location for that. We did a ton of thrifting and antiquing. Loved the cozy cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I wish I knew you were shark tooth hunters I could have helped with locations. Next time hopefully.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha M.

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

Cozy and convenient

Pla
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov 2024
Thank you for staying at the cottage! Come visit anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue M.

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

My stay

Myself and my family had a wonderful time. The cottage was just perfect. Everything we needed because I know the area was nearby. The realtor was fantastic. Very sweet didn’t bother us. We didn’t bother her and I would highly recommend this place to anyone that wants to rent in that area that cottage is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan K.

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

Quaint Place

Property was in a nice location. Very friendly neighborhood. We were there in late October, early November. Weather was nice. Host was very friendly and accommodating. The only negative I would have is the floors were a bit unlevel and the bed in the master bedroom was not very comfortable. I would stay again. a bit uncomfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov 2024
Thank you for staying in our beach community. The home was built in 1935 and we restored the original wood floors to keep the charm of its era. We have a new mattress awaiting installation. Hope to see you again! You left an animal crate in yard. Was that trash or did you forget???
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Charming cottage right by the water!

This home is so cozy and comfortable. It is not a big fancy house but that is what makes it so charming. It is thoughtfully decorated and perfect for a couple, small group of friends or a family or 4. All of the basics are available to you for cooking. The beds are comfortable and sheets and towels are new, fresh and clean. Its a very short walk to a beautiful view of the Potomac river. The host was so kind in her communication with me and so accommodating. I will absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anybody who wants to stay somewhere homey and inviting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
Thank you so much for choosing our cottage!

About the host

Hosted by Laura Reynolds Stoner

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I am your host Laura and also a local realtor in our community. I love kayaking, paddle boarding and boating, so if you have questions about our area I am always available to help. Fairview is a beautiful Beach Community on the Potomac where you can boat, fish, paddle board, bike and watch the most beautiful sunsets on the east coast! Close to Fredericksburg and the Northern Neck. History, vineyards, parks and more! You can plan an exploring trip to Northern Neck or even delve into a history tour of the many places that surround us. We are also surrounded by several vineyards.

Why they chose this property

Fairview Beach is a quaint beautiful community located on the Potomac River with sandy beaches for residents and guests. Great place for kayaking, boating, and just sitting on the beach. We have our own community marina and also Tim's II Restaurant on a beautiful pier. Many boaters choose to come here to relax, get out and have family fun with our sandy bottom on the river.Great place for walking, biking for all and the pups also! It is convenient to exploring the Northern Neck and Colonial Beach, Looking for history trip, check out Fredericksburg and all of the wonderful sites to see.

What makes this property unique

This 1935 cottage is a quaint and comfortable with view of the Potomac river from the front yard. We are a dog friendly community! Enjoy the yard and upon entry on the air conditioned front porch with seating and a double bed. The living room throughout has original heart pine flooring, pull out couch for extras, plus two bedrooms with queen beds. Kitchen is completely stocked with coffee, pots and pans, dishes and more with ample table space for everyone to gather.
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