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Aylett River Paradise: A whimsical gem designed to harmonize with nature.

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Dog Approved!!
Miscellaneous
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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  • Place, Kings Dominion
  • Place, Richmond Raceway
  • Place, Virginia Commonwealth University
  • Airport, Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Aylett River Paradise: A whimsical gem designed to harmonize with nature.

Spend a week nestled at the edge of the beautiful Mattaponi. Use the kayaks or nap on the screened porch made of trees. The ceiling fans should keep you cool or go inside to the air conditioning and hang out in the downstairs lounge with the cherry wood panels and big screen satellite TV,, and TONS of board games. The newly remodeled kitchen is ready to go. Just bring food. 2 of the 3 bedrooms have satellite TV . Soaps, Linens, towels some condiments and coffee sometimes espresso are supplied. The upstairs bedroom has its own lounge and ruby powder room. There are 2 picnic tables. One on the screened porch and one in the Emerald Moss Garden. Most pets are welcome. See most current pictures on instagram aylett_river_paradise. Please note I no longer provide firewood so you have to bring your own. A note about the river: it is tidal . Which means it goes up and down, usually depending on water coming down from Fredericksburg. Also it is not at all brackish! Lovely and fresh and silky and soft. I continuously monitor the river height remotely to be sure you’re going to be safe.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children under six r not allowed on floating docks
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Events

No events allowed
This is a mabey. Please ask first.
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
Dogs are $25 each. Crated is good
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is allowed only on the porch
No untying the floating docks or trees around them. $500 fine
No metal detectors allowed on the property. If you bring one you agree to gladly pay Larkin $5,000.
No bringing chainsaws or pruning devices on to property and if you do so you gladly agree to pay Larkin $5,000.

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
Note from host: This is a mabey. Please ask first.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Saint Stephens Church

Located in Saint Stephens Church, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. New Kent Winery and Mattaponi Springs Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge and Rappahannock River Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Meadow Event Park and Kings Dominion. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.
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Aylett, VA

What's nearby

  • Kings Dominion - 36 min drive - 44.1 km
  • Richmond Raceway - 40 min drive - 47.4 km
  • Greater Richmond Convention Center - 40 min drive - 51.2 km
  • Virginia Commonwealth University - 42 min drive - 52.3 km
  • Broad Street - 43 min drive - 53.2 km

Getting around

  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Los Cazadores Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Vinny's Italian Grill & Pizzeria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ripley’s Family Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Don Pedro Mexican Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Aylett River Paradise: A whimsical gem designed to harmonize with nature. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Aylett River Paradise: A whimsical gem designed to harmonize with nature. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aylett River Paradise: A whimsical gem designed to harmonize with nature. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Aylett River Paradise: A whimsical gem designed to harmonize with nature. located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 20 mi (32 km) of Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge, Meadow Event Park and Rappahannock River Park. Kings Dominion and Mattaponi Springs Golf Club are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 192 out of 228 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 228 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 228 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 228 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 228 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

gizzump

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the dock!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron A.

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

Nice river getaway

Fishing and kayaking was great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

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

Great Time

My buddies and I had at great experience- definitely a river paradise. House was unique and perfect for our group. Canoe and kayaks were a blast. We definitely want to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Relaxing

This was our second time staying, and was just as nice as before.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harley J.

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

Great!

Beautiful setting and the cabin is great. Super nice host!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

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

Oasis

This cabin has become an oasis for my family and myself. Deep gratitude to Ms. Larkin for cultivating such an amazing space!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

janelle c.

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

Private property with rustic and charming home on the river, highly recommend!

We LOVED OUR TIME HERE! WE CAN'T WAIT TO COME STAY AGAIN! The home has everything for an entertaining stay. All kinds of accessories for river play and use provided. The home itself is well stocked, clean and also filled with lots of natural charm and accents to compliment the properties location. We really enjoyed the property inside and out. We found the host to be very pleasant and easy to communicate with for checking in/out, property is as described in listing. I Highly recommend this property and host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Charles A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Family wedding at a close venue

Very rustic and beautiful outside. We only slept there since we had a big wedding for our grandson nearby. The location to venue was deciding factor.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

A lovely sojourn by the river

We stayed at Larkin's river retreat for a week and had a wonderful time swimming in the river, watching birds and lizards and dragonflies, reading, resting, and painting on the wonderful porch, and cooking together in the well-appointed kitchen. Our dogs loved the porch, and the house was lovely and cool for them during the hottest days. Larkin is a warm, generous host, and the location is close to many interesting hikes and historical places of interest. We were comfortable and felt at home and would happily stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marilou M.

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

This is the best kept secret near Richmond, VA

This is a unique place! Right on the river and so homey and cozy and interesting! I feel in love with it the minute I walked in. My son and his new wife were getting married nearby. We stayed here and had room for other friends and family. We had a great time! There are so many cool things in the house that make it feel like a cozy home rather than a rental. Great value! Fun! And the owner is very nice and easy to work with!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia Ramirez J.

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

Charming House

Property is as pictured, very secluded. Kitchen is well stocked and lots of little extra toiletries. Air conditioning and ceiling fans kept us cool even in the high 90s heat. Owner was immediately responsive to texts. It’s a neat old house but the light switches were a challenge to figure out. Our TMobile cell reception was very weak and intermittent but never stayed off for too long, but we meant to get away, right? We were disappointed by the road noise that carried to the screen porch-I should have noticed that on Google maps. Really disappointed to find a mouse had made a home in the BBQ grill. No steaks on the grill for us. Overall a good experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fair

The indoor space is quirky but cute. For a rental, it seemed to have too much "stuff," and it felt cluttered. For example, both sofas and the beds were completely covered with many, many pillows. The place does not have central A/C, it has individual units for each room, and they were off when we arrived, so the place was roasting hot and took quite a while to cool down. Even once the A/C cooled off the place, it always felt rather humid and sticky. The porch seating areas were fairly comfortable, but the other outdoor seating areas were rather disappointing. They were very grown over and unuseable really, including the dock. The place has potential, but needs some decluttering and TLC. unuseable.seatingseathe
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Tamesha P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Stay

Fleas fleas fleas! When we first got there Thursday evening we pretty much fished most of the evening. Friday morning breakfast out and fishing that evening a thunderstorms came in and we had to stay inside that's when we started getting bit. We let the host know she said they probably came from the yard that her and her dog stayed there the night before we got there that’s possible but highly doubt it considering the severity of them in the living room. My dog (9 lbs.) just went to the vet prior to our trip for a check up and had no fleas and never has. The only response I got from her was thanks for letting me know my dog is highly allergic. I work for a pest control company they don’t get that bad overnight. There was no remorse! The photos make it seem like there is 3 fishing spots not and one of the canoes you couldnt use and the dock was a little sketchy at times due to the tide. The house it a cluttered and the septic system had issues. I planned the vacation to spend time with my family and all it really did was create more work with taking care of the fleas when I returned home. I would think with her being a pet owner she would of been more concerned and at least offered some type of refund for the aggravation! I know the place is booked hopefully she let the next visitors know. I wish I could upload pics.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic cabin with very limited WiFi and tv. For us, that is a plus. We unplug and enjoy the beautiful views and time with family. The beds are comfortable and kitchen well stocked. Larkin is a great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is perfect for a couple who would like to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It is secluded without being far from main roads. It is whimsical and charming in a unique way. I lovely stay amid nature!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at you home. The great grands loved fishing off the dock and roasting marshmallow's. Thank you so much!!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob C.

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

Hidden oasis

First let me be clear. Larkin is an angel. Second the pictures just don’t do this place justice. Talk about amazing. Super spacious super private super euphoric. If you’re into nature this better be on your list. We didn’t need a single thing. Unfortunately we didn’t utilize the property because we were there for a weekend but I promise you this we will be back to enjoy the property. Larkin from the entire group we thank you for allowing us to use your place I only hope we make it back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

KELLY K.

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

Into the Jungle

This house is absolutely EVERYTHING! It has it all, you can see that she has planned for your visit for years.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway with that classic cabin home charm
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ketti S.

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

What a Great Weekend!

I'll be honest, we always pick a place that our dogs will love and this fit the bill perfectly. The house is well kept and full of charm. The yard is lovely with the plants and flowers blooming and the dock on the river was the highlight of every morning. The dogs are exhausted and we are relaxed. Thank you sharing your space!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Dawn A.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Adult friendly

We took young kids and the river was not easy to access. The interior stove was inoperable upon arrival but we left prior to expected repair.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

alan s.

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

Father's Day

All was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

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

Great fun

Great place by the river with grocery store nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

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

Perfect stay

Amazing location, breeze of a check in and overall favorite place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

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

Aylett

Had an awesome time! Property was amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

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