Guest Beach House on the York River

Popular amenities

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Enjoy the area

West Point, VA

Williamsburg Premium Outlets29 min drive
College of William and Mary30 min drive
Busch Gardens Williamsburg31 min drive
Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)42 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The one bedroom guest house is located 300 feet from the beach. There is a dock, kayaks and life vests included in your stay. The house includes an open kitchen and living area. There is a queen size sleep sofa in the living area with a television and games. The kitchen includes a full size refrigerator, oven, microwave, coffee maker and dishes. The bedroom has a king size bed and a walk-in closet. A twin size foldout bed is available upon request. The bathroom has a shower and cabinet space. Sheets, bath towels and beach towels are also provided.

The property is located in New Kent County conveniently off I-64 between Williamsburg and The Richmond Airport (~30 minutes in each direction). In addition to being on the York River, other local attractions include 3 wineries (Gauthier Vineyard, Saude Creek Winery, and New Kent Winery), Wahrani Nature Trail, No Limits Skydiving, a new casino (Rosie's) and the town of West Point within a 5-15 minute drive. There are two Indian Reservations (Pamunkey & Mattaponi) with a 25-35 minute drive. There are many great attractions such as Busch Gardens, Water Country, Colonial Williamsburg, Williamsburg Winery, numerous breweries, Go-Ape Zip lining, York River State Park and the Premium Outlets in nearby Williamsburg (20-30 minute drive).

Property manager

Kem & Sandra Colbert

Amenities

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Proper life vests, that are provided, must be worn while jumping off the dock or using kayaks.

Young children must wear a life vest at all times while on the river and be accompanied by a supervising adult. There are no life guards on duty.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

West Point

Located in West Point, this guesthouse is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Saude Creek Vineyard and Stonehouse Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Williamsburg Premium Outlets and Williamsburg Pavilion Shops Shopping Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Colonial Downs or Kaplan Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

West Point, VA

What's nearby

Saude Creek Vineyard - 12 min drive
Williamsburg Premium Outlets - 29 min drive
College of William and Mary - 30 min drive
Busch Gardens Williamsburg - 31 min drive
Jamestown Settlement - 39 min drive

Getting around

Williamsburg Transportation Center - 29 min drive
Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 7 min drive
501 Bar & Grill A - 15 min drive
The Blue Crab - 7 min drive
Hoolios Bar & Grill - 9 min drive
Hardee's - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Guest Beach House on the York River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Guest Beach House on the York River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Guest Beach House on the York River?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Guest Beach House on the York River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this guesthouse is within 9 miles (15 km) of Saude Creek Vineyard, Stonehouse Golf Club and Chelsea. Cumberland Marsh Natural Area Preserve is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Tara H., Rogersville, Tn

26 September 2022

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

Perfect getaway

I couldn’t be happier with this little cottage. From the moment you enter, you feel right at home. Everything is exceptionally clean and the cottage is well stocked with essentials. The dock is a very short walk away and a great place to sit and enjoy the breeze and views. We didn’t have much luck fishing but we sure tried!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yufen Z.

9 September 2022

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

A Great Long Weekend

Our family was fortunate to have found Kem and Sandra's property. All of us enjoyed the dock immensely, even though my husband and I never even got into the water. Our teenage kids couldn't get enough of the water and the rope swing. The dock is perfectly fitted for crabbing and fishing and we tried both but weren't lucky this time; still had a lot of fun though. We also really liked the Lucano's restaurant which is right down the street; wonderful pizza. All in all a fabulous long weekend and we will be back! Thanks Kem & Sandra!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherri H.

16 August 2022

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

Great stay!

We had a great time staying at the Goose House. It was extremely clean which is very important to me. The sheets were soft and the towels were thick. The kitchen had everything you would need to cook meals at the house if you choose to, plenty of pot and pans, baking dishes, even a crock pot. We were out and about for most of our stay so we didn’t use the kitchen much, but it was great to know it was all there. We did a lot in Williamsburg and the surrounding areas and the drive was not bad at all. Our kids loved the beach area and pier. Our schedule didn’t leave much time to use it so we would love to come back again when we have more time to relax and enjoy the sand and river.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ambreya S., Newburg, PA

10 August 2022

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

Perfect little place by the river

The cleanest place I've ever stayed! We did great night fishing. Pretty much had everything you could need there. Kids loved kayaks and paddle boards. Got to see a barge go by. Hope to return!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth R.

7 August 2022

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

Awesome Weekend Getaway

We enjoyed our stay on the York River. Our boys loved the beach and fishing off the dock. Thank you for your welcoming hospitality and sharing your guesthouse!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kem & Sandra Colbert

My parents relocated to this farm in 1970. The guest house was originally built in 1976 and it was named the Goose-house by my mother. After her passing in 2004, I moved back here to live on the river in 2006. The Goosehouse has had yearly rentals in the past. I renovated it in 2018 and furnished it in 2019 to do daily rentals. My hope is that the guests that visit here will enjoy the river as much as I have.

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