Notes from the host
Clean & Cozy Whole Home
Relax with the whole family in our cozy home near the water. Bring your dogs, bring the kids, bring the grandparents! There are plenty of beds to sleep up to 8 comfortably, and a spacious, well-equipped kitchen to craft your favorite meals. Stay a while and enjoy the local hiking, beaches, water sports, docks for swimming and fishing, and consider bringing your boat or jet-skis with ample parking available. Laundry is on site, and short and long stays are all welcome.
THE SPACE:
You'll have the whole home to yourself during your stay, including 3 private bedrooms, all on one level, a full laundry, dishwasher, central heating and air conditioning, and a large yard. The master bedroom has a queen-sized bed, private bath, and walk-in closet. The second bedroom has a set of full-sized bunk beds, and the third bedroom has a set of twin-sized bunk beds. The full bathroom in the hall has a bathtub and shower, and the master bath has a walk-in shower, with towels and washcloths provided. All bed linens are provided. A portable crib (pack-n-play) with a mattress and protector are also available, as well as a portable highchair for the smallest guests :)
You'll appreciate the fully appointed kitchen with appliances to make your stay complete, including stove, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave. The living room and one bedroom are equipped with smart tv's, and we encourage you to log in to your favorite streaming services to relax after your days spent enjoying the area! There is a classic park style grill in the backyard which is best suited for charcoal grilling. Grab some charcoal at the local grocery--we provide grilling tools!
Free, fast wi-fi, onsite parking for 4 vehicles (or a combination that includes your boat or jet-ski trailer), and key-less entry access are all included. Check-in is after 4pm via keyless remote entry. You'll receive your personal door code after completing your booking, typically 3 days prior to your stay. You'll have access to every room in the home, with the exception of the owner's closet in one of the bunk bedrooms.
GETTING AROUND:
Onsite parking is free and allows for 4 vehicles (or a combination if you'd like to bring a trailer for your boat or jet-ski's). Please do not park on the street.
Our neighborhood is golf-cart friendly! We do not *yet* provide a golf cart during your stay (hopefully soon!). Daily/weekly golf-cart rentals are available in Colonial Beach, about 7 miles away, with drop-off and pick-up service during your stay, if you choose to rent one. They are a lot of fun to traverse to the water for a swim off the T-dock or fishing from either dock. Our home is not *directly* on the water but within easy walking (and even easier driving) distance.
The home has some accessible features, including a ramp to the front door, 32" door openings at the front door, master bedroom door, and master bathroom door, as well as a walk-in shower in the master bath with a small lip. Both toilets are ADA-height and elongated.
Please feel free to bring your bikes, golf cart, SUP's, kayaks, tubes, etc. Water access at the T-docks on Lake Placid is a quick 1/2 mile from the front door! Don't forget your fishing rods, nets, and a cooler if you would like to fish from the docks! Many enjoy the walk there and even bring their mats for a sunny yoga session over the water.
Public boat access is **not** available in the immediate neighborhood, but there are half a dozen boat ramps and launch points within an easy 10 minute drive, so bring your boat or jet-ski's as parking in our driveway will accommodate.
Pop over to Colonial Beach for a day spent in the sun and sand! It's a short 10 minute drive away, and the town is friendly and welcoming! Once you arrive in town, park your car and live the river life! There are several providers offering golf-cart rentals if you'd like to roll around the streets for the day like a local! The entire town is golf-cart friendly and there are shops, restaurants, parks, playgrounds, and more to see and do during your stay.
OTHER COOL TIDBITS:
Colonial Beach and the surrounding area are home to many memorable historic attractions, the "Playground of the Potomac River," the second largest sand beach in Virginia, wineries, festivals, hiking trails, and so much more. It is conveniently located for those visiting Dahlgren Naval Base, King's Dominion Amusement Park, the many rivers and tributaries of the Chesapeake Bay watershed, and the rest of the historical and natural landmarks for which the Northern Neck is famous. The home is a comfortable proximity to visit D.C. or Richmond as well, around 1.5 hours by car. Don't forget Colonial Williamsburg and Busch Gardens Theme Park are within driving distance also, if you're looking for a day-trip full of thrills and history outside of the immediate local charm of Colonial Beach. Antique shopping is abundant in this area, and I highly recommend Unique Antiques. If you head toward Tappahannock don't miss Northern Neck Burgers!
We welcome longer stays, including nurses, military servicemembers, and others! We are currently set to accept stays of 28 nights, but we are open to longer stays for verified guests. Reduced rates are available for longer stays.
YEP, WE LOVE YOUR DOGS:
Dogs are welcome! Up to 2 well-behaved, house-trained dogs can come along with a small, one-time pet fee assessed at the time of booking. Refer to the pet policies and rules below for further information. We do not have a fenced yard just yet, so please keep your pets leashed while staying at our home.
HOUSE RULES:
Thanks for choosing our home for your stay! Please review these additional house rules prior to committing to your booking with us. We will consider your completed booking to mean you accept these terms upon receipt.
Check-in is at 4 pm via keyless entry. Check out is at 11 am.
- No unregistered guests are allowed on the property
- No unauthorized parties or events on the property
- No eating or drinking in the bedrooms
- No smoking
- Please be considerate of neighbors and maintain quiet hours after 10pm
- Please make sure all lights are off and cooling/heating are turned to a reasonable setting prior to departing the property each day
- Make sure all dishes are washed and either put away or left clean in the dishwasher prior to checking out
- If you prefer sunless tanner, please bring your own sheets, as all sunless-tanner stains will incur additional fees
- Similarly, please use the black washcloths provided for removing makeup and other dark or oily products, as makeup stains on linens will incur additional fees
- Please do not wash or dry clothes or cleaning cloths that have been soiled by volatile or flammable chemicals like gasoline, oil, or even large amounts of cooking oil in the provided laundry machines--please take them with you or to one of several local laundromats to clean
PET POLICY:
Bring up to 2 dogs for an additional, non-refundable fee of $30 when you select to add it at the time of booking. We ask that you keep them securely crated if you choose to leave them alone or unattended at the property, and recommend keeping them leashed outdoors, as we don't yet have a fenced yard for them to roam freely. There are many other dogs in the neighborhood who are curious (and fenced or leashed). Please pick up pet waste in the yard prior to your departure, with our sincere thanks! We do not currently allow cats or other pets within our home.
