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A pier with a covered seating area and a sign indicating it is a ferry landing pier offering kayaks, bikes, paddleboards, and pier rentals. - 'The Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach! (Colonial Beach)
A covered porch with white curtains, a wicker table, a blue chair, and a small table with a glass top. - 'The Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach! (Colonial Beach)
A room with a row of chairs, a table, and large windows with white curtains. - 'The Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach! (Colonial Beach)
A living room with a TV, sofa, and a sign that reads "EVERY SUMMER". - 'The Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach! (Colonial Beach)
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, a framed picture on the wall, and a desk with a chair. - 'The Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach! (Colonial Beach)
'The Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach! provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10079 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

'The Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach!

  • Take leisure to the next level on your upcoming coastal retreat to 'The Blue Crab Cottage,' a traditional bungalow-style vacation rental home. This Colonial Beach cottage has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and is perfect for friends or family. Situated just 3 blocks from the beach and 4 blocks from the downtown area, this pristine abode provides convenient access to everything that Virginia's alluring Chesapeake Bay region has to offer including tours, restaurants, museums, and more!

    -- THE PROPERTY --

    Family Friendly | Dogs Welcome w/ Fee (2 Dogs Max) | Walk to the Beach | Free WiFi

    Designed with family trips and beach retreats in mind, this single-story Colonial Beach residence offers everything you need for a memorable trip to the Virginia coast!

    Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds

    STEP OUTSIDE: Front yard w/ 4 Adirondack chairs, fenced-in backyard w/ picnic table
    INTERIOR LIVING: Beach-themed furnishings, dining table, 2 Smart TVs, sunroom w/ outdoor seating
    KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, Keurig coffee maker, dishware & silverware
    GENERAL: Central heating & A/C, in-unit laundry machines, linens & towels provided
    FAQ: Stairs required for access
    PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles), street parking

    -- THE LOCATION --

    SOAK UP THE SUN: Colonial Beach (walking distance), South Colonial Beach (1.0 mile), Dahlgren Wayside Park (16.7 miles), Fossil Beach (16.9 miles), Shark Tooth Beach (21.3 miles)
    EXPLORE NATURE: Voorhees Nature Preserve (10.7 miles), Allens Fresh Natural Area (23.8 miles), Alexander Berger Memorial Sanctuary (30.5 miles), Crow's Nest Natural Area Preserve (40.4 miles)
    GOLF THE DAY AWAY: Cameron Hills Golf Club (10.8 miles), Swan Point Golf Course (30.9 miles), Wicomico Shores Golf Course (31.5 miles), Lee's Hill Golf Club (37.1 miles)
    LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Colonial Beach Historical Society (0.4 miles), Colonial Beach Yacht Center (1.2 miles), James Monroe Birthplace (2.5 miles), George Washington Birthplace National Monument (11.8 miles)
    AIRPORTS: Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (63.6 miles)

    -- REST EASY WITH US --

    Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

    -- POLICIES --

    - No smoking
    - Dog friendly w/ $125 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 dogs max, no cats allowed)
    - No events, parties or large gatherings
    - Must be at least 25 years old to book
    - Additional fees and taxes may apply
    - Photo ID may be required upon check-in
    - NOTE: Quiet hours are in effect after 11:00 PM

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Street parking available
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 850 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Located in Colonial Beach, this cottage is near the beach. James Monroe Birthplace and George Washington Birthplace National Monument 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. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Colonial Beach travel guide
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Colonial Beach, VA

What's nearby

  • A marina with various sailboats docked.
    Bayside Marina
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A park with a paved path, green grass, and trees.
    Fredericksburg Battlefield
    47 min drive - 66.8 km
  • Colonial Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Colonial Beach Historical Society
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Mary Washington
    48 min drive - 66.9 km

Getting around

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
    106 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Dockside Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Wilkerson's Seafood Restaurant
    5 min drive
  • Los Hermanos
    7 min walk
  • Riverboat on the Potomac
    13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 'The Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at 'The Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 'The Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'The Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 'The Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach! located?

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

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