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The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek

Riverside cottage with kitchen and patio

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Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Marina
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Overlooking Carters Creek, The Crab Shack offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle. This cozy cottage features a floor-to-ceiling oyster shell fireplace, cruiser bikes for exploring quiet country neighborhoods, sea kayak access to paddle along the creek and nearby Tides Inn. A private dock with stairs provides easy water entry for you and your dog.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 479 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

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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.

The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek

Relax and get away…
This rustic waterfront cottage on Carters Creek is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle. Whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, with a friend, or with a small family, The Crab Shack offers just the right space to decompress and soak in the quiet beauty of the Northern Neck.

The Crab Shack sits right at the water’s edge, with its cozy bedroom, dining area, galley kitchen, and living room all facing the creek.

The cottage earns its name honestly—it was once a working seafood processing facility where local fishermen brought their daily catch. The exterior remains clad in metal, while the interior combines painted and exposed wood, anchored by a striking floor-to-ceiling oyster shell fireplace. On sunny days, guests often gather on the patio or dock; when it rains, the sound of raindrops on the tin roof makes the porch or living room the perfect retreat.

Within a ten-minute drive, you’ll find the charming towns of Irvington, Kilmarnock, and White Stone, each offering shops, cafés, and restaurants to explore.

Outdoor Amenities:

Deep water dock! A local sunset sail captain picks up guests on a regular basis on his 32' sailboat! The Rappohannock Yacht Club is directly across the creek. Water depth is no issue for your boat. Bring it!

Two cruiser bikes are available for leisurely rides through the quiet country neighborhood.

A 14' sea kayak is stored on the dock with KayaArms for stable entry and exit—paddle to the Tides Inn faster than you can drive!

A set of stairs offers easy access in and out of the water for both guests and dogs. (River shoes are a must—oyster shells and barnacles can easily cut bare feet.)

Guests are welcome to bring their own small personal watercraft.

Two working crab pots ready to bait and toss in the creek!

Huge dock to fish from...more square footage than the cottage.

Pets:
Dogs are welcome for a small fee.

Improvements:
If you’ve stayed before, you’ll notice upgrades made during the winter of 2021–2022, including enhancements to the dock and additional amenities since then.

Construction Note (October 2025):

Our neighbor next door is building a new cottage with an anticipated completion in Spring 2026. Because The Crab Shack sits close to the water and below the road, we don’t expect the work to significantly impact your stay, but some occasional construction noise is possible.

Another neighbor is planning to build in the future, though no construction has begun yet. We’ll update this note as soon as we have more details.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing 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

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 850 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

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: we do not allow cats. neighbor's dog is friendly.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: water access and dock are not child friendly

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 and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

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The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek Weems
The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek Private vacation home
The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek Private vacation home Weems

About the area

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Weems, VA

What's nearby

  • Steamboat Era Museum - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Historic Christ Church - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Compass Entertainment Complex - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Golden Eagle Golf Club - 9 min drive - 6.2 km
  • White Stone Beach - 13 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Front Porch Coffeehouse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Yankee Point Marina - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Tides Inn - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek 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 The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Historic Christ Church and within 6 miles (10 km) of Compass Entertainment Complex and Steamboat Era Museum. Golden Eagle Golf Club and Good Luck Cellars are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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