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Relaxing Private Riverfront Retreat with Beach and Private Dock

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Stunning fall sunset!
Front of House
Relaxing front porch
Gorgeous view from master bedroom

Reviews

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

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Kinsale, VA
  • Piney Point Beach
  • Kinsale Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sandy Point Beach
    ‪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 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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 Full size bed, Twin bed and a Twin trundle 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

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 - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Parkers Island - 15 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Hague Winery - 15 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Westmoreland State Park - 48 min drive - 47.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Los Portales - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Lucky’s Bait & Beverage - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Backdraft - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El Padrino - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Tootsie’s Diner - ‬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.

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

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Emily T.

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

Beautiful & Serene Getaway

Incredibly comfortable furnishings on a picturesque lot -I loved kayaking around the cove & relaxing on the wonderful dock and deck area. The house is in a great, quiet location with plenty of room to relax indoor or outdoors.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

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

Home away from Home

This home has everything you need! We took advantage off all the goodies and went bike riding, kayaking, games and relaxing on the dock and enjoyed the beautiful water and weather. We grilled out and played music. The bedrooms and bathroom were big and clean and so so comfortable. The only negative thing is I can say is we couldn’t stay longer. We will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor C.

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

Great stay. Very relaxing and location rich in history

Great place for some family quiet time. We rode our bikes a few miles up the ride where George Washington’s parents met. Went kayaking out in the cove. And we loved the fire pit at night. 2 of the 3 bikes in the shed had flat tires, but we brought our own so for use it wasn’t a big deal. My boys loved watching NCAA championship game on the HUGE TV in the master bedroom
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Well appointed spacious home

House is beautiful. Plenty of room both inside and out for the 4 adults 2 kiddos and 2 furry kiddos. Honestly the only complaint is the lack of a decent broom and a mop. The driveway and some surrounding areas are sandy making it difficult to keep the beautiful dark hardwood floors clean throughout our stay. The fire pit was a big hit and plenty of fire wood to keep us entertained. The dock was a plus. Ample parking for 2 SUVs and a full size truck with a 24' boat.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Noelle F.

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

Fantastic Property

Our party consisted of six adults. The home was extremely clean and felt brand new. The Showers had built-in dispensers for shampoo, conditioner, and body wash and the towels included were high-end. The kitchen Had every amenity you could hope for. It felt like cooking in our own home. We enjoyed the water view from the deck and had coffee there every morning. There are umbrellas to block the sun, so you can enjoy the deck And the view of the water all day. We really enjoyed all of the games, puzzles, and outdoor activities like cornhole and ping-pong that were included. The kayaks were easy to access as well as the life vests. Overall, it was a fantastic stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

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

Perfect River Vacation

A comfortable house on a lovely property run by an attentive host. Our family of grandparents, parents, and 7 year old girl enjoyed kayaking and swimming and just hanging out at this house. The beds are comfortable, the kitchen well-enough equipped for cooking , and the shower is great. The best part of all is the river. We were fortunate and the weather was warm on the October week-end we were there, so we were able to swim and kayak. The water is shallow enough for little kids by the shore but is great for deep water swimming and one can kayak on calm waters or easily reach a larger expanse. Kathy, the owner is a great host. Direct TV (no fault of the host) was having trouble on the night of a big ball game and Kathy kept after them until they solved the problem.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

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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