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Escape to Colonial Beach, Virginia, and unwind at this peaceful cottage. Just a couple blocks from the beach or the bay, enjoy airy rooms with comfy bedrooms and an open-plan kitchen/dining area. The front porch offers shade while the back porch is sunny with a gas grill for outdoor dining.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 674 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Boaty McBeach House: A Short Walk to Beach, Waterfront Sunsets & Restaurants!

  • We’ve added a private, captained boat tour option, discounted for guests only! Be in touch after booking for more information!

    Kick back & relax at Boaty McBeach House—a cozy cottage ideally situated on The Point. 3 blocks to the beach & 1 block to sunsets on the bay + fun waterfront eateries.

    Just over an hour from DC or Richmond, a huge transformation awaits in quiet, quirky and fun(ky) Colonial Beach.

    You get the whole home, a large yard & a fab locale in our walkable, bikeable, *boatable*, golf-cartable, quirky little town. (Yes, you can arrive by boat, or rent our captained boat too!)

    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 open and 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, and to restaurants on the water or downtown. 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.

    Book safe: We are licensed by the City of CB as a legal short term rental home and registered small business. The ones that aren’t may be shut down at any moment.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycles
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

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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 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

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

No pets (we love them, but... folks have allergies, and even our fave pets sometimes mark their new territory or leave a surprise in the yard. :-)

Zero cigarettes 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!)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: We have a pack-n-play available, but needs sheets.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located in Colonial Beach, this cottage is in the city centre and on a river. 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. 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. Visit our Colonial Beach travel guide
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Colonial Beach, VA

What's nearby

  • Yacht marina in yokohama, Japan
    Bayside Marina
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Colonial Beach
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Colonial Beach Historical Society
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ingleside Vineyards
    14 min drive - 18.7 km
  • University of Mary Washington
    49 min drive - 65.8 km

Getting around

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
    95 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Dockside Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Los Hermanos
    5 min walk
  • Wilkerson's Seafood Restaurant
    5 min drive
  • Domino's Pizza
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Boaty McBeach House: A Short Walk to Beach, Waterfront Sunsets & Restaurants! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Boaty McBeach House: A Short Walk to Beach, Waterfront Sunsets & Restaurants!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Boaty McBeach House: A Short Walk to Beach, Waterfront Sunsets & Restaurants!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Boaty McBeach House: A Short Walk to Beach, Waterfront Sunsets & Restaurants!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Boaty McBeach House: A Short Walk to Beach, Waterfront Sunsets & Restaurants! located?

Located in the heart of 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).

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10/10 Excellent

Charlene J.

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

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Well equipped and maintained cottage. Walk to beach, dining. Quiet neighborhood
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lesley B.

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
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10/10 Excellent

Abi F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well-appointed home, cheerful and centrally located. Perfect home full of joy and peace while recovering from recent breast-cancer surgery.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025