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Relaxing Private Riverfront Retreat with Beach and Private Dock

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Stunning fall sunset!
Front of House
All ready for your holiday celebrations.
Fireplace

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Kinsale, VA
  • Place, Kinsale Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Sandy Point Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Vault Field Vineyards
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 King size bed Master bedroom with en suite

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 King size bed

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Queen Air Mattress

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Half bath

Toilet

Mater bath

Toilet · Shower only

Shared hall bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pets are welcome with prior approval from owner.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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.

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
Property # 2406854vb

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Kinsale

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 Vault Field Vineyards and Hague Winery. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kinsale, VA

What's nearby

  • Kinsale Museum - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Sandy Point Beach - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Vault Field Vineyards - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Protected Bird Sanctuary - 11 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Hague Winery - 13 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Callao Supermarket - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Los Portales - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Lucky’s Bait & Beverage - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Backdraft - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El Padrino - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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 Vault Field Vineyards are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gavin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Wray W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Had a great time. Unfortunately we didnt catch any fish. Everything was clean and nice. We definitely would go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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

Great house by the river!

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Winnie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary m.

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

Great stay

A large, clean, well appointed house in a wonderful location with a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C E.

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

Memorial Day Weekend Getaway

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!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mary w.

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

Family trip

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin N.

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

The house is a fantastic getaway location.

The owner was very helpful with all aspects of the rental and recommended restaurants and local activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gaëlle D.

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

A great Thanksgiving at the river retreat!

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and serene location in a quiet neighborhood. Kitchen is probably the best & most well stocked we've ever seen in a rental. Everything you need, the kitchen has it. Propane grill was easy to use. House has plenty of space to spread out and relax. Plenty of board games if you just want to stay inside. If you like beer, go and check out Callao Brewing Co... a short drive. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky A.

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

Wonderful stay

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Weekend stay for family wedding

House was very convenient, clean & comfortable. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary m.

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

Everything was great

The house was beautiful, clean, well supplied and everything that was advertised. The location is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

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

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

quiet

The location very pretty and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas B.

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

River 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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicia C.

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

Lovely and peaceful

So relaxing, Kathy is awesome and so responsive : )
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauron H.

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

So Peaceful!

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!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Modesto F.

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

Week at the Rivah

We had a great time. Peaceful and relaxing. Great area for bicycling. The place was beautiful and as advertised. Would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

Great weekend away!

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

robin c.

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

Comfort and relaxation

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

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

Great Family/Friend Vacation

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave K.

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

Cozy, quiet and highly recommended

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

William C.

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

Great place on water

Picked this property because of proximity to family reunion. Wished we could have spent more time there. Didn’t get out on water. Did see bald eagle and great blue heron. Kitchen was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kathy Holzmacher

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I’m a mom to two wonderful young men. I love anything to do with the water, golfing, hiking and just about anything outdoors. I’m really excited to have the opportunity to own this beautiful property and to share it with others. I hope you love it as much as I do.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this place and the relaxing feel when you are at the river. It’s the peacefulness of a small town and rural community, the beauty of being in nature and on the water but close to wineries, breweries, state parks and hiking trails. You can can relax or be as busy as you want.

What makes this property unique

Secluded waterfront property with beach and private dock.

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