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The Lyellton House: 6 Bd 4Ba - Steps to Shops & Shore - Pet Friendly

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Evening at the Lyellton House
Welcome to our home!
Enjoy watching the festivities and people passing by
Downstairs foyer welcomes you with a map of the area and candies
Stairs to second floor

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Colonial Beach, VA
  • Place, Colonial Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Colonial Beach Historical Society
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bayside Marina
    ‪9 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area

About this property

The Lyellton House: 6 Bd 4Ba - Steps to Shops & Shore - Pet Friendly

Welcome to our historic Colonial Beach retreat, blending 1918 charm with modern comforts from its 2023 addition. Located directly across from the beach, this home is perfect for exploring town on foot, bike, or golf cart. Relax in the spacious backyard featuring a fire pit,or join the lively local festivals. Pet-friendly and welcoming to all, this space is ideal for creating lasting memories.

Colonial Beach (1 Min)
Community Garden & Playground (1 Min)
Downtown Shops & Restaurants (5 Mins)

KEY FEATURES:

6 Bedrooms (5 Queen beds, 2 Twin beds, smart TVs in all bedrooms)
Fully Fenced Backyard w/ Fire Pit (firewood provided)
4 Bathrooms (2 private, 2 shared)
Fully Equipped Kitchen w/ bar seating for 4
Spacious Den w/ couches, chairs, & smart TV
Outdoor Amenities: Enjoy a fully fenced-in backyard, perfect for pets and kids to play safely. Propane grill, dining table, bicycles, beach chairs, & sports gear
Pet-Friendly for house-trained pets only
Parking: Free driveway parking for 3-4 vehicles; seasonal street parking available

Here Are A Few Kind Words from Our Past Guests:

This was our best experience ever, no kidding. Gorgeous home, so comfortable and peaceful. Totally modern for a house that is over 100 years. Colonial Beach off-season is so tranquil and spending our holiday there for a few days is exactly what we wanted for a family get together. Megan and Jim made sure we had all the info we needed long before our trip and they absolutely delivered in all categories. Looking for a place to get away and relax without breaking the bank ... this is the place!
- A. Drennan

We stayed at Megan & Jim’s 320 Colonial Beach home in Virginia for a cousin family get together. 6 adults and 6 kids fit comfortably in the home over 3 nights and 2 full days. There is a park next door the kids could get to from the back yard, the beach was a simple walk across the street, and you could see it from the front porch. The town was peaceful, and the beach was great. We had dinner one night at Margaritas, another at Muse Pizza and Arcade, and cooked out the other night. We highly recommend staying here.
-M. Hakala

Nice house great location, Easy to walk around to places. Was a plus to be right next to the park.
-S. Bishop

BEDROOMS + BATHROOMS:

This spacious home features 6 thoughtfully designed bedrooms, including 5 with queen beds and 1 with two twin beds, perfect for families or groups. With 4 bathrooms (2 private and 2 shared), everyone will enjoy plenty of comfort and privacy.

First Floor:
Queen bedroom w/ private full bathroom.
Queen bedroom sharing a full hallway bath.

Second Floor:
Primary queen bedroom w/ private bathroom & shower.
Queen bedroom w/ dresser & smart TV.
Queen bedroom w/ dresser & smart TV.
Twin bedroom w/ smart TV.
Shared hallway full bath w/ shower.

KITCHEN & DINING:

The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need: a stove, dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, and a coffee bar. The dining room seats 6, with additional space at the kitchen bar for 4 and 4 TV trays for added convenience. Whether you're cooking a family meal or enjoying takeout, this space is perfect for gathering and sharing moments.

LOUNGE SPACES:

Relax in the first-floor den with two couches, two chairs, and a smart TV ready for your favorite streaming services. Upstairs, enjoy a second cozy den with a smart TV and a kitchenette featuring a coffee bar. These inviting spaces provide plenty of room to unwind, play games, or enjoy quality time together.

OUTSIDE SPACE:

Spend time in the backyard with a propane grill, dining table for 4, and a fire pit stocked with firewood. The outbuilding includes bicycles, beach chairs, and sports equipment for fun outdoor adventures. The backyard is partially fenced.

Book Now & Let Us Take Care Of You In Colonial Beach, VA!

Before you arrive you will also be asked to complete guest verification through third-party provider Truvi. This is done to ensure we are keeping up-to-date with short-term rental regulations as well as providing both our guests and our properties with extra protection. Truvi will contact you via email and/or text to complete the verification. Please do so prior to arriving at the property to enable a quick and easy check-in process.
To finalize your reservation, all guests are required to complete a short registration and electronically sign a rental agreement after booking. A secure link will be provided via our property management system, hospitable. This helps us maintain a safe and seamless experience for everyone.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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: limit 4 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Colonial Beach

Colonial Beach is home to this holiday home. James Monroe Birthplace and Monrovia 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.
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Colonial Beach, VA

What's nearby

  • Colonial Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Colonial Beach Historical Society - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bayside Marina - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • George Washington Birthplace National Monument - 14 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Maryland International Raceway - 45 min drive - 59.4 km

Getting around

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dockside Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Wilkerson's Seafood Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Los Hermanos - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lyellton House: 6 Bd 4Ba - Steps to Shops & Shore - Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total).

How much does it cost to stay at The Lyellton House: 6 Bd 4Ba - Steps to Shops & Shore - Pet Friendly?

As of 25 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lyellton House: 6 Bd 4Ba - Steps to Shops & Shore - Pet Friendly on 8 May 2026 start from AU$812, 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 Lyellton House: 6 Bd 4Ba - Steps to Shops & Shore - Pet Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Lyellton House: 6 Bd 4Ba - Steps to Shops & Shore - Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Lyellton House: 6 Bd 4Ba - Steps to Shops & Shore - Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Lyellton House: 6 Bd 4Ba - Steps to Shops & Shore - Pet Friendly located?

Situated in Colonial Beach, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Colonial Beach and Colonial Beach Historical Society. Bayside Marina and Potomac River are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was amazing. we are staying out of town for work and have stayed in 5 other houses so far and this is the best one yet by far
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was perfect! Clean, charming, perfect for a large group. We would definitely come back and Meghan was an amazing host!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Beautiful Home

Loved staying at this property. Great for a girls weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Family Trip

Great house and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous house - updated beautifully but kept the historic charm. Decorated wonderfully. Our family and friends enjoyed every minute of our stay. The backyard with firepit, along with all of the bikes, cornhole, chairs, games, etc made it a perfect spot for our mini family get together. Location is ideal. I highly recommend the Lyellton and will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LaVerne P.

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

Getaway

This house is lovely with the host being amazing. All of our questions were answered with a friendly response.The location to the water, shops, and restaurants is perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward O.

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

Excellent weekend

Great house in an ideal location. Walking distance to most everything you would want to do in town. The owners are easy to contact if needed and very accommodating. Obviously, we had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was perfect for our family gathering for a wedding in near-by Westmoreland State Park. The house was very clean and spacious. We used all six bedrooms and four bathrooms. It easily accommodated informal family gatherings after events in the park. The playground right next door also proved very handy for younger family members. The host was always very responsive, making it easy for us to focus on our family reunion and wedding.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Allison C.

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

Beautiful home!

The home has been beautifully renovated and was very clean. It’s walking distance from shops and restaurants, which would be even more fun closer to the summer season when more businesses are open. It was so nice for everyone in our group to have our own room and we loved having two sitting areas to use.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Perfect home for a family vacation!

We had a family vacation and this home was absolutely perfect for the group (12 people (9 adults, 3 kids)) stay for a long weekend. There was plenty of space for the group to gather together between the large family room/kitchen space and backyard. In addition, it is located right across the street from an jce cream shop- which was truly the cherry on top. Highly recommend this home for your family/friends getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

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

Best Vacation in Town!

From beginning to end - absolutely perfect! Property owner was the best! Extremely helpful & organized! The property was amazing and worked just great for our Family - Adults and children. The home was beautiful, clean and had everything you could think of and would need for an excellent getaway!! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bree A.

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

Colonial Beach Charmer

Wow! What a location and what a house! This place has everything you need for a relaxing time in CB. We were even able to bring our dogs and they had the best time as well. The home is huge and great for any configuration of friends or family and in walking distance to great restaurants and the beach. The hosts were super easy to work with and genuinely wanted to ensure that we were comfortable and had what we needed. Don't miss this one!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

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

A Fantastic Family Vacation

We had a wonderful multi family vacation at Lyellton House! The house was gorgeous, with beautiful details. The layout was perfect for our range of ages to accommodate naps, older kids getting downtime, and adults staying up late. THE LOCATION! Next to a giant community playground across the street from an ice cream shop and a block from the beach?!? Unbeatable. We hope to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen H.

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

College reunion

Our group consisted of six women who Attended JMU together back in the 70s. Everybody enjoyed the house tremendously. They felt it was a perfect venue for our get together. The only things we felt were lacking were towel racks in the bathrooms And little bars of soap for bathing. Otherwise, everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Macon B.

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

Same time, next year

We thoroughly enjoyed staying at the Lyellton house and it met all of our needs- 3 families with kids between the ages of 7-16. The house was spacious, clean, and very well decorated with thoughtful touches all around the house (towels! s’mores, sheets, toiletries!). We enjoyed relaxing in the house on our one rainy day. It was also in walking distance to the riverside beach, ice cream, kids park, restaurants, etc. so very convenient. The owners were very communicative and responsive to our needs, we appreciated that. We would definitely stay here again and enjoyed getting to explore the cute town of Colonial Beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Megan Little-Moran

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We are a family from beautiful Virginia, deeply connected to the charm and history of the region, and our love for hosting extends to every part of our lives—including our wonderful pets! Our furry companions, who bring endless joy to our home, are a big part of why we cherish creating warm and welcoming spaces. We love exploring the outdoors, savoring great food, and spending quality time with family, friends, and our pets. Hosting has become a true passion for us because it allows us to share our love for unique spaces, local adventures, and the comforts of home with others. It’s incredibly rewarding to help people feel at ease while they explore new destinations, and we take pride in adding thoughtful touches and creating exceptional experiences for every guest.

Why they chose this property

We chose Colonial Beach because it perfectly captures the charm and tranquility of a small coastal town while offering so much to explore and enjoy. The stunning views of the Potomac River, the friendly community, and the abundance of activities—like walking along the shoreline, visiting local shops and restaurants, and enjoying the vibrant arts and culture scene—make it a truly special place. We were drawn to its unique mix of history, natural beauty, and laid-back vibe, which we knew would provide an unforgettable experience for guests. Colonial Beach offers the perfect backdrop for relaxation and adventure, and we couldn’t think of a better place to share our love for hosting and creating memorable getaways.

What makes this property unique

What makes The Lyellton House truly unique is its perfect blend of historic charm and modern comfort, all set in a prime location. Built in 1918, this beautifully updated home retains its character while offering all the conveniences of contemporary living. Its spacious design includes six thoughtfully appointed bedrooms—two on the main floor for added accessibility—and dual living rooms, making it ideal for families, groups, or those seeking a retreat with plenty of room to relax.

The Lyellton House goes beyond just being a place to stay; it’s a place to create memories. With a fully equipped kitchen downstairs, a convenient kitchenette upstairs, and laundry rooms on both floors, it’s designed for seamless living during your getaway. Its central location is unbeatable, nestled between a local restaurant and a community garden and playground, making it perfect for kids and adults alike.

Whether you're sipping coffee on the porch, enjoying a short walk to nearby shops and attractions, or simply unwinding in the thoughtfully designed spaces, The Lyellton House offers an unforgettable experience that combines elegance, comfort, and a sense of home.

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