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Escape this holiday to our Riverfront log home on the Great Wicomico River.

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Living area
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10218.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Northern Neck Farm Museum
  • Place, Reedville Fishermen's Museum
  • Place, Buzzard's Point Marina

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Anchor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Futon

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

Loft Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Off gameroom Murphy bed

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Murphy Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Lower Level

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Escape this holiday to our Riverfront log home on the Great Wicomico River.

The perfect holiday get away setting for your vacation. Come and de-stress at our River retreat complete with 2 propane fireplaces for ambiance. Its fully decorated with a 12 foot tree, gingerbread town and the true meaning of Christmas.
Spacious 3 bedroom open concept private country home right in the middle of nature. Sleeps up to 10.
204 feet waterfront with private dock and swim platform.
Make s’mores at the fire-pit or enjoy drinks by the Adirondack chairs as you overlook the river. If its too cold outdoors, snuggle by either of our two indoor fireplaces.
Enjoy your morning coffee or hot chocolate in the rocking chairs on the outdoor deck or play foosball, bumper pool or board games in our decorated game room.
Once inside, enjoy water views from almost every room in the house and. You will find the home furnished throughout with antiques and comfy furniture.
Cuddle up by the fire with a favorite book or one from our library.
The main living area boasts a cathedral ceiling with beautiful stone propane fireplace with a loft overlooking the area.
Large farm style dining table can seat up to 10 with leaf inserted and is set off kitchen with waterfront view of the dock.

The lower level game room has a sectioned sleep area with barn doors for privacy and a queen size Murphy bed with an amazing view and direct access to the riverfront deck. The entertainment area has It’s own stone propane fireplace and all kinds- books, dvds, blue rays, puzzles, foosball, bumper pool, nostalgic video games and more.
Washer and dryer are available.
Enjoy restful sleep to the sounds of nature. Talk to the Owls at night. Watch for visiting Blue Heron, Hawks and Bald Eagles.
Drop in the crab traps bring a fishing pole and toss in your line and catch dinner.
Hit the water on one of the 3 kayaks, 2 person canoe or paddle boat or just enjoy a swim. Life vests and jackets available.
Central air/heat pump and private well water.
Free WiFi 5 TVs to stream or connect your gaming device.
Blue ray player
Coffee everywhere Hamilton Beach full pot/ K cup and Keurig in kitchen, Keurig in game room.
Toaster oven, microwave, blender.
Come experience the historic Northern Neck. Complete with wineries, museums and nearby walking tours. Walking distance to Horn Harbor restaurant. Holiday light tours and parades locally. For specific dates look up Northen Neck events Virginia . We're also not far from Compass Entertainment Family Center with arcades and movies with modern comfy seating. Enjoy a stress-free holiday season with your family this year. Just bring them, your gifts and special recipes in a woodsy riverfront setting that can't be beat.
special discounts for longer stays.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Added fees apply. No pets in beds must clean waste
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking only front/side screen porch not in house
Rental Agreement will be provided and must be signed and returned. Failure to sign rental agreement will constitute a booking cancellation.
Garbage/recyclables must be taken to the dump and removed from the property. A $150 fee will be incurred to cover our cost for failure to do so.
All Kayaks, Canoes, Paddleboats must be removed from the water and put back where you found them. Failure to do so will result in $150 service fee.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Burgess

Located in Burgess, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Buzzard's Point Marina and Smith Point Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Reedville Fishermen's Museum and Compass Entertainment Complex. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Burgess, VA

What's nearby

  • Northern Neck Farm Museum - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Reedville Fishermen's Museum - 16 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Buzzard's Point Marina - 16 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Smith Point Marina - 20 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Fleeton Beach - 22 min drive - 19.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Little River Seafood - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Newsome's Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Los Portales - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Reedville Market - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Horn Harbor Restaurant - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape this holiday to our Riverfront log home on the Great Wicomico River. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Escape this holiday to our Riverfront log home on the Great Wicomico River.?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape this holiday to our Riverfront log home on the Great Wicomico River.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Escape this holiday to our Riverfront log home on the Great Wicomico River. located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Northern Neck Farm Museum, Reedville Fishermen's Museum and Cordreys Beach. Marshalls Beach and Reedville Historic District are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marisa E.

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

Cozy cabin

The property was even nicer than we expected. Main room is a great large area for family to gather. The teens had a great time playing foosball and poker in the basement. We kayaked almost every day and spent a lot of time fishing off the dock and enjoying the screened in porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Lisa O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

High Hopes

The property and location are idyllic. Unfortunately, the service team hired clean the property didn't. Enough said. Robert and Therese were wonderful to work with and very understanding of very unfortunate circumstances they were unaware of until we arrived. Regretfully we could not stay at the property. I know Robert and Therese will do everything they can to rectify the issues we were faced with. The home is exactly as the photos depict. Great space, riverfront access, lovely dock, and yard. Hopefully, we can try again sometime soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sary W.

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

Great Place for a Chill Week

We were looking for a low key place to relaxed for a week, and this place was perfect. The pictures on the listing doesn't do it justice. It had everything we need from entertainment indoors and outdoors. We brought our own kayaks, but theirs were in really good shape, we probably wouldn't have had we known. The grill was amazing. I have never been to a rental (even a higher end rental) where the grill was that clean. I was surprised by the crabbing. For an inlet, we caught over a bushel of keepers. Bring some fishing gear if you are into it. We caught lots of croakers, red drums, spots, and even a sting ray (unfortunately) off the pier (in August). Fishing on the kayak towards the bay was even better. Besides for the next door neighbor, we didn't see any other boat traffic passing by the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Melanie C.

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

Lovely Home on the Water

We enjoyed our stay very much and the home is very nice with plenty of room for our party of five. Having access to the kayaks was fantastic (there is also a canoe and Paddleboat which we didn't use but was there if we wanted; life jackets also provided), and the river in front of the house was quiet and peaceful for time on the river for our novice kayakers. The dock is also a plus- my son spent a lot of time fishing there and the family stargazing. Firepit was great for spending times outdoors in the evening-plenty of chairs. The large dining table is surrounded by windows so you can look out at water while you eat and there is an outdoor deck with rocking chairs as well as a screened in porch for relaxing and enjoying the outdoors. Kitchen has the essentials--lots of plates, cups, small bowls, silverware, and cooking utensils; adequate pots and pans to make a meal although wish there were more large bowls for salads and such. Love the multiple keurigs and coffee pot as we are major coffee drinkers. We were concerned about WiFi access as we had three college students needing connection for online classes- no need! it was great! Consistent and strong internet in the house. Beds were clean and comfortable with linens provided- only thing we would have liked to have is some lighter blankets as the comforters were very heavy and too hot. Basement has a foosball table, bumper pool table, and card table for fun and a desk for those who unfortunately had to work.. TVs in every bedroom and in the living room. Three bathrooms (two full and 1 half) were clean and supplied with hand soap and towels. Surrounding area (Burgess) does not have a lot going on (and if you are concerned about Covid, mask use is pretty spotty in the area with people not wearing them or wearing them under their nose)- we used the local food lion for food which we did feel was taking appropriate precautions and bought some bait at a small shop nearby, but otherwise chose not to spend a lot of time in the local towns/shops because of the lack of mask use. But the house was entertaining enough for us all and we just enjoyed the outdoors, water, and house TVs/games when it rained. Recommend the house for a family get away- it has all you need right there. Only caveat is that it is not handicap accessible- need to be able to climb stairs- fine for folks with normal mobility or even older less fit folks like me but not those with mobility disabilities. Great house at good price!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michelle V.

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

Peace and quiet

This was our third year and it was just as wonderful as the others. We explored the area more and want to explore more next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle V.

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

Second stay

This is our second year and we plan to have a third. The hosts are awesome and want to make sure that your stay is perfect. We enjoyed sitting on the porch in the shade and soaking up the sun on the dock. We were so happy to see a new kayak so we could explore the harbor area. The towns surrounding Burgess are also lovely and we had dinner in Reedsville on the water. Great location for peace and quiet!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue L., Sykesville, MD

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

Riverfront cabin...relaxation

The "cabin" is beautiful. Very relaxing sitting on the front deck, looking out across the water, watching fish jump and the bald eagle catch fish while drinking coffee or wine. Kayaks, canoe and paddleboat got a lot of use and the dogs loved swimming every day. We didn't swim due to the jellyfish which didn't seem to bother the dogs but were kinda stingy when I swam. Highly recommend this property if you are looking for a beautiful home, with great views and relaxation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles A.

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

Lovely Home

We had a great vacation. The owners were attentive and the house was well equipped. We really enjoyed the kayaks, canoe and paddleboat. We would recommend this beautiful place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Dara F.

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

Private, Cozy, lots of outdoor fun!

The setting is wonderful! Very private, woodsy. In mid-October, we had the river to ourselves; beautiful weather. Well-equipped for outdoor fun. Everyone enjoyed the dock, kayaks, canoe... and the paddle boat is perfect for those who might be a little older or “non-sporty”. Table on back deck has great view. Fire pit was awesome, and we were kindly invited to use the firewood on premises. We had so much fun. Indoors, the photos do not do justice to the main room. It is very open and spacious, a delightful place to gather. Wonderful large dining table with beautiful view. Loved putting on the gas fireplace each morning and evening, very cozy. A few points that could be helpful to potential guests: the place has a cozy cabin feel, NOT bright and airy, if that is your thing. Bedrooms small, but nice. One of the upstairs bedrooms has a very high bed. A step is provided on each side of the bed, but not suited for an older person or anyone who gets up at night. In our opinion the place is ideal for 6 guests or less. The extra sleeping area on the basement level might suit kids okay, but likely not adults. The living area around the tv has ample seating/space for 5 or 6 adults, same with fire pit. Kitchen: The stove has only 2 small burners, the griddle is uneven. Next time I would bring an electric skillet, and an electric tea kettle. Cleanliness: generally good, except for oven. Guests are required to take the trash and recyclables to the dump at the end of the stay.... Considering the cleaning fee, we feel that task should be assigned to the cleaners. Overall we had a great time and loved the setting, outdoor activities and the cozy main room. We’re glad we stayed here!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Joseph K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location, lots of potential

Crabbing and fishing from the pier was great. The house is poorly maintained. We didn't bother with complaining as others had done, there were just too many things that needed attention. To list just some, trash in both bathroom wastebaskets, loose toilet seat, used kleenex under the upstairs bed, HVAC system that kept the place extremely cold but didn't dehumidify (probably a plugged A-coil & dirty filters), wet-clean laundry in the washing machine, semi-dry laundry in the dryer, door locks that didn't work, lamps that didn't work, first level bedroom hadn't been vacuumed and had staples protruding from an attempted fix of a rug rip directly in the middle of the pathway to the door, bathroom exhaust vents with lots of lint, first level bathroom floor vent covered by a throw run and closed off so that it never ever dried out. Topping it off was the "cleaner" showing up before 9am on exit day. I had the feeling she was out of there shortly after we left. Sad that place with such potential has been so neglected. Hopefully some improvements will be made for future renters.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle V.

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

Peaceful getaway

From the first few minutes after our arrival, we decided that we would be back next year. The house is lovely and there is plenty of space to find a spot to spend some time alone if you wish. We caught fish and crabs which we enjoyed for dinner one night and supplemented with local oysters for a “buck a shuck”. We spent our days using the kayaks and the paddle boats when we weren’t fishing and made s’mores by the fire in the evening. We also made use of the game room most nights before getting a good rest in the comfortable beds. The extra beds outside of the three bedrooms could use a little attention and the Keurig machines need a good cleaning. Neither of these details detracted from our stay. Robert and Therese are great hosts and we look forward to next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

Nice relaxing get away on the river!

My family and I had a great time staying here. We loved using the kayaks and canoe to get out on the water. Biggest bummer was all the jellyfish! A minor check-in issue was responded to very promptly by the property owner and it was very appreciated.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fran m.

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

Quiet Getaway

Where do I start?? Bob and Terri were great to chat with as I was concerned about bringing my mom (wheelchair). They explained all the issues related to accessibility. We decided to deal with the issues since it is NOT handicap accessible and we were desperate for a quiet vacation. Everything was as stated and we had a wonderful time enjoying the kayaks and canoe. We brought our small sailboat and launch it at the Horn Harbor restaurant which is also a great place to dine. We also brought paddle boards. We spend long afternoons on the dock and watched our one year old Labrador swim and jump off the floating dock. We didn’t have any luck crabbing but did find the bait store for the bunker and bait for fishing. We fished from the dock and caught a few spot and croaker. All in all, it was fantastic!

10/10 Excellent

Phillip C., Pasadena, MD

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

Calm, pleasant stay

Comfortable and reasonably well outfitted. Enjoyed using the supplied watercrafts and fire pit, and were ecstatic to bring our pets along. Very quick and easy whenever we needed to interact with the owners.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Colleen L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, restorative setting

We had a lovely time. The house is set directly on the water, which is easily accessible by kayak and canoe. The property itself was well stocked, and the kids enjoyed the game room. The beds were extremely comfortable, which is not always the case with VRBO properties. There were a few cleanliness issues, for which Robert kindly compensated us.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

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

Perfect Christmas hideaway

We had a wonderful Christmas on the river! Beautiful views from every room, nice quiet neighborhood to stroll around. The house was cozy yet still provided enough space for the 7 of us to spread out. Loved the fireplace!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alice S., I live in South Orange New Jersey which is a suburb of New York City.

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

Great rustic river water sport get away.

Warm rustic very comfortable house beautifully situated on a river close to Chesapeake Bay. With kayaks, canoe, games, nice walks, and good internet connection it's perfect for a family getaway during the time of Covid.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Julie L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location with great amenities

The house was exactly as described. Nice game room, the kayaks and canoe were great, the house and bedding were clean, and being able to bring our dogs was a plus. I would give it a 5 star review, but there were a lot of items left in the fridge and we needed to clean it out before we could put in our groceries.

10/10 Excellent

Krista S.

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

Best Time

We had the best time on Horn Harbor. The house was roomy, clean, and had everything you could need for a relaxing, peaceful vacation. We chose this place because we could be active without having to go anywhere with crowds (Covid) and it was the best decision ever! We had made reservations for dinner one night and decided to cancel because we were so content just being at the house and sitting on the dock. We caught plenty of crabs for a feast, fish for ceviche, and spent endless hours just enjoying the kayaks and paddleboat in such a great location. Communication with Robert and Therese was beyond amazing- they were available any time we had a question and were so nice. The kids were never bored even when outside time was over- the game room, 3D movie player, and the smart tvs were plenty to keep them happy- besides the fact that they were wiped after so much water fun. I cannot recommend this house enough- it really was one of our best vacations ever and we are very likely to return! Thank you again for such a memorable week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nancy k.

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

Lovely place!

We very much enjoyed our stay. The house is fully stocked with all books, games, and activities that any family might need. It's a beautiful location and right on the river. The owners were very responsive to our questions.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by HSH

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Why they chose this property

Here a a few quotes from our renters " It's the perfect Summer Home"

"The house and property were perfect for our family retreat. They provided lots of options inside and out to relax, enjoy, and interact. We loved the views from the dining area and made great use of the back porch and rocking chairs. The kayaks and canoe were in great condition and we thoroughly enjoyed being out on the water--it was peaceful and beautiful."

It has everything you could ask for, beautiful million dollar views, plenty of outdoor seating which provides different vantage points to enjoy nature, swim platform and ladders, dock, fun on the water in our kayaks, canoe, paddleboat, multiple screen porches, outdoor dining and barbeque. For those rainy days or evenings we have plenty of games and entertainment and the warm comfy cozy feeling you get at our outdoor firepit or one of 2 indoor propane fireplaces. Nature thrives here. You may see deer, wild turkey, blue heron, hawks, bald eagles, owls and an assortment of marine life.

Night owls will enjoy stargazing from the dock and identify your favorite constellations along the milky way! Download the Starlight app and point your phone at the sky!

What makes this property unique

Historical Past- The home originally built as a summer home for a Dupont Chemical
heir. Log Home architecture at its best. Cedar logs, hickory floors and board and batten construction.

Setback from the road with a circular driveway and parking pad.

Catch your own dinner by tossing in crab traps to catch fresh blue claw. toss in your fishing line and reel in stripped bass, flounder, shad right off the dock! The Great Wicomico River meets the mouth of the Chesapeake and you are only 3 miles to open water. There are 4 nearby waterfront restaurants one walking distance from the house. Ice Cream and Pizza within a few miles as well as other local restaurants within 5 miles.

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