Entire home

Crab Shack in Town-Walk to beach and restaurants-Sleeps 6

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

Centrally located in the heart of town, Crab Shack offers a relaxing retreat with a spacious patio and screened-in crab shack perfect for outdoor living. Stroll just blocks to shops, restaurants, breweries, and the beachfront where you can take in expansive water views.

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Crab Shack in Town-Walk to beach and restaurants-Sleeps 6

Centrally located in town and blocks from amenities, Crab Shack is newly renovated (summer '22) and offers a place to rest, relax, and enjoy the cool breezes from Monroe Bay. Enjoy outdoor living with a spacious patio and dine outdoors in your own screened-in crab shack. Indoors, enjoy 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full baths, a fully stocked kitchen, and comfortable living and dining rooms.
Walk just a few blocks to shops, restaurants, breweries, and the beachfront and enjoy expansive water views
No pets or smoking on the property.
No parties or gatherings permitted on the property.

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Living room

Entertainment

Smart TV

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

In the city centre
Near the marina
On a river

Things to do

Basketball nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

General

Garden

Similar properties

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please place all used towels on the bathroom floors. No need to strip the beds, our cleaning crews will handle that for you. Thank you!

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

House parties and/or events are strictly prohibited. No more than 6 overnight guests permitted.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Colonial Beach, VA

What's nearby

Bayside Marina - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Colonial Beach Historical Society - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Colonial Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
James Monroe Birthplace - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
Monrovia - 5 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

‪Dockside Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
‪Wilkerson's Seafood Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
‪Drift Seafood & Bar - ‬4 min walk
‪Riverboat on the Potomac - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Crab Shack in Town-Walk to beach and restaurants-Sleeps 6 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Crab Shack in Town-Walk to beach and restaurants-Sleeps 6?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crab Shack in Town-Walk to beach and restaurants-Sleeps 6?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crab Shack in Town-Walk to beach and restaurants-Sleeps 6 located?

Located in the heart of Colonial Beach, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Colonial Beach Historical Society and Bayside Marina. Colonial Beach and Potomac River are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Crab Shack in Town-Walk to beach and restaurants-Sleeps 6 Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Larry C.

26 Jul 2025

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

Nice stay

We enjoyed our stay. Was disappointed that there are no closets to hang clothes.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

5 Jul 2025

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

CB

The crab shack was very clean and very comfortable. The house had everything you would need and the location was perfect. I highly recommend the crab shack for anyone looking for a nice place to stay at the Beach. We will definitely be back to the crab shack in the future.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia A.

22 May 2024

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

Perfect Gataway

The house was clean, neat and very stocked We totally had a great time. We will definitely be booking again soon.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyra B.

2 May 2024

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

Girl’s weekend

Lovely cottage. Everything went perfectly. I would love to stay there again in the future. Highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl G.

15 May 2025

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

Better than the pictures!

Have stayed at numerous VRBO properties over the past several years. This has got to be one of our favorites. The house itself is amazing, and although we did not bring crabs back the house, the “crab shack” would be a great place to enjoy them. Close to everything, walking distance to food and entertainment. Just a great all around place.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy L.

28 Jul 2025

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

Wonderfull Home

House was great, had everything you needed. It was clean and bright. Just a short walk to the beach and dinning. Everything was within a 3 mile diamiater, grocery store , etc. Would definetly stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordie S.

20 Jul 2025

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

The crab shack is perfect

This was our second time staying at the crab shack in Colonial Beach, and this is was the second time we have had a perfect stay. The house has such a family friendly layout and is super comfortable. It is close to the beach and main town area, a playground, the grocery store. The host Dan is responsive when needed (although we didn’t really need, because everything was great!). Highly recommend. We are already planning next year!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

19 May 2025

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

Family reunion

The town, the cottage, and the surroundings all exceed our expectations. I would recommend it to anyone.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

20 Apr 2025

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

Chosen Family Getaway!!

"Dan is The Man!"... We had a wonderful time at "The Crab Shack"! It is spacious, beautifully decorated and Dan's accommodations of our "special" requests made it even better.The house is close to all of the Colonial Beach Offerings and made it our smoothest getaway to CB EVERRRRRR!!!THANK YOU, DAN!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia E.

29 Jun 2024

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

Great location and stay

This property was great! My family was very happy with the location in relation to the beach, gym, and a basketball court. They are already talking about coming back to this property.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordie S.

24 Jun 2024

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

Beautiful property, great location

I can’t say enough good things about the Crab Shack! It was perfect, the house has a great layout and is beautiful. The location is perfect, close to the beach and an excellent mexican food restaurant. The actual crab shack is adorable, too.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024