Rivah Retreat in Sandy Harbor, Kinsale is the perfect haven for those seeking tranquility and adventure. With kayaks, paddleboards, and life jackets at your disposal, spend the day exploring White Point Creek or relax on the oversized deck with a beverage.
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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8177 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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About this property
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Relaxing Private Riverfront Retreat with Beach and Private Dock
We have named our house “Rivah Retreat” as your worries and stresses are left behind once you arrive and take in the river and all of nature’s beauty is nothing short of serenity! You will hear the locals and those visiting the Northern Neck Region say they are heading to the “Rivah” when they refer to this beautiful area. We hope you love this place every bit as much as we do!
The house is located in the Sandy Harbor community in Kinsale. The waterfront is located on White Point Creek which is a protected cove great for kayaking and paddle boarding. The cove is minutes away from Yecomico and Potomac Rivers, making it a boater’s and fishers paradise. Something for everyone! We provide three kayaks and one paddleboard and life jackets. While you are down at the dock we include eight beach chairs for relaxing by the water. We have a little beach area for relaxing, playing in the sand, or accessing the water.
Looking for a family, girls or guys gate away this house is perfect for all of those memorable occasions. We are dog friendly with approval from the owner.
When you are done enjoying all of the beauty of the water you can have a relaxing dinner and beverage on the oversized deck, relax by the indoor or outdoor fire. So many options to choose and the privacy away from any neighbors.
Inside you will find many amenities to make your stay relaxing including a fully equipped kitchen including extra’s like starter coffee, panni maker and crockpot. A full sized washer and dryer are provided with a few days worth of laundry pods. The house provides high speed wireless internet, games galore and TV’s to stream or watch your favorite movies. The house includes private King Master bedroom with large en-suite bathroom, second bedroom is large King bedroom that shares a hall bathroom with the third bedroom which includes a Queen size bed, Double bed and an air mattress bed. There’s also a half bathroom off the kitchen. A large stone fireplace in the great room provides a great play for everyone to gather on the cooler nights to okay games, watch your favorite movie and just relax and unwind.
We provide 8 beach chairs, bed linens and towels for the number of guests staying. The kitchen is fully appointed.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Single level property
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near the marina
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycles
Kayak
Table tennis
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing 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)
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
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 put all used towels in the bathrooms. Turn heat down to 62 and air to 78 when leaving
Remove all food and garbage from home prior to leaving. Make sure all umbrellas are closed.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets are welcome with prior approval from owner.
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 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 Kinsale, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Kinsale Museum and Piney Point Lighthouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hague Winery and General's Ridge Vineyard and Winery. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking. Visit our Kinsale travel guide
Is Relaxing Private Riverfront Retreat with Beach and Private Dock pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Relaxing Private Riverfront Retreat with Beach and Private Dock?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Relaxing Private Riverfront Retreat with Beach and Private Dock?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Relaxing Private Riverfront Retreat with Beach and Private Dock?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Relaxing Private Riverfront Retreat with Beach and Private Dock located?
This family-friendly Kinsale holiday home is located on the waterfront, 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Kinsale Museum, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sandy Point Beach and Potomac River. Parkers Island and Hague Winery are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Relaxing Private Riverfront Retreat with Beach and Private Dock Reviews
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We had a great weekend at Kathy’s place. We were able to bring our dog which was great. We loved the little beach to launch the kayaks from and had bonfires at night. The house was clean and as described. We'd definitely stay here again when up on the Northern Neck!
This is a fantastic property set up the relax and play! It had everything we needed for an extended weekend with friends. The whole house is comfortable. We kayaked, made a fire, grilled a great dinner and explored the area. Don’t miss the Kinsale Market! Most spectacular: the star gazing.
Clean, spacious and comfortable home! Kathy was very responsive and provided great information about the area. My kids loved to fish off the dock and kayak around the area. Thank you for a great stay!
We had a great Memorial Day weekend getaway.The home was set in a very private location and we enjoyed fishing off the dock.The beds were incredibly comfortable and we all commented on how great we slept each nighr.Grear place for quiet downtime which is what we were looking for.Thank you for a great stay, we will be back!
We enjoyed a perfect stay.
The house is as described, very cozy and quiet with everything you need for cooking, to relax, play, walk, etc. We also appreciated a lot the fire pit and the chimney as it was very cold.
There's plenty activities and nice towns around.
The property is exactly as described. It is a beautiful, peaceful and quiet setting! We loved walking our dogs around the neighborhood. Kathy was very responsive and provided information about the house and places to visit. Would definitely stay again, thank you so much!!
Bright and open feeling when you walk in. Very clean and well-kept. Every possible thing you could want in the kitchen. Beautiful view from inside and on the back deck. Beds and couches were very comfortable. Host was very responsive to our questions- timely and courteous. Would definitely stay here again.
The cottage is very spacious with lots of light. It overlooks a small cove and the river. We saw ducks, herons, and eagles. The location is in a wooded and quiet community. Description on VRBO was accurate. Communication with the owner was great.
We absolutely loved our vacation in Kinsale on the water. The kids loved the swimming, fishing and making smores! The bedrooms were spacious and plenty of extra blankets. Warm water does take awhile when showering and it would have been nice to have the option for curtains on the doors and windows for night time. Other than that, we had a great time.
Our party consisted of six adults. The home was extremely clean and felt brand new. The Showers had built-in dispensers for shampoo, conditioner, and body wash and the towels included were high-end. The kitchen Had every amenity you could hope for. It felt like cooking in our own home.
We enjoyed the water view from the deck and had coffee there every morning. There are umbrellas to block the sun, so you can enjoy the deck And the view of the water all day.
We really enjoyed all of the games, puzzles, and outdoor activities like cornhole and ping-pong that were included. The kayaks were easy to access as well as the life vests. Overall, it was a fantastic stay!
Beautiful home in a bra place. Perfect for a family holiday. The hostess is very kind and diligent in supporting us with all questions and requests. We had a lovely stay!
We enjoyed our stay. Plenty to do right at the house. Kayaking was the best part! Unfortunately we couldn't get in the water due to the jelly fish. Our best surprise was our visit to a near by winery called Hague! Yummy wines and good conversation with the owner Steve.
My husband and I stayed with our three young daughters and it was absolutely wonderful!! The house is lovely, clean and so comfortable and has everything you need. We loved playing all the games that are provided. And the location is completely peaceful and quiet. It was so fun to fish off the dock. We hadn’t even left and my kids were asking when we could come back!
This most definitely a perfect house. Very comfortable and clean, with everything we needed!
The host and house were great! The beds are very comfortable and the house is very well appointed with everything you need. They Kayaks and extra touches made it a perfect vacation!
We had a wonderful time at the Riverfront Retreat property. Kathy was extremely helpful with any issues that happen during our stay and was extremally responsive.
Property was everything we wanted for a get away. House was very well appointed and had everything we needed. Water was refreshing until the jellyfish decided to pay us a visit. Neighborhood was so quiet. We took morning and evening walks with our dog and she loved it. Saw the occasional deer and rabbit.Kathy was so easy to communicate with. Can't wait to come back!
We absolutely loved our stay here. Very well stocked kitchen and comfortable spaces. My dog loved the yard and there is a nice walking loop. The early morning kayaking was incredible!! As a heads up, the nearest grocery store is quite far, but a very minor concern compared to everything else which was wonderful.