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Inviting and Serene Home on Monroe Bay Creek
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7185.8 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Inviting and Serene Home on Monroe Bay Creek
Welcome to beautiful Monroe Bay! Relax in the beautifully refurbished home, on the back deck, by the private pool, or by the water on the private dock. Bring your boat or jet skis to explore the creek and local water way.
Located in a private community 2 minutes from downtown Colonial Beach and just 2 hours from Washington, D.C.; 1 hour from Richmond, VA, and about 30 minutes from Fredericksburg, VA. The quaint Town of Colonial Beach has restaurants, boutiques, grocery stores, breweries, and public beaches.
Just minutes away is access to wineries (Monroe Bay, Ingleside, and Back Porch), breweries (Creekside), State Parks (Westmoreland and Caledon), and historical sites (Birth places of James Monroe and George Washington, as well as Stratford Hall which is home of the Lee Family).
The house is equipped with High Speed Internet and two Smart TVs for your streaming needs.
Golf Carts (not included in rental): Colonial Beach is a Golf Cart community. There are rentals available and there is access to the town from the property, should you want an alternate way to explore the town.
Water Access: There is a small ramp for launching kayaks, jet skies, or small craft (e.g., john boats) on the property. For run-abouts and larger craft, there is a public ramp in the town of Colonial Beach (5 minute drive). The public ramp is free, but there is a fee to park. There is ample trailer parking at the property. Monroe Bay Creek is mostly brackish water, but once one transitions to the Potomac River, the water is salt and requires a Potomac River or VA salt water fishing license.
The Dock: There are 2 slips for docking watercraft. The creek is tidal and the water depth varies; average water depth is about 4 feet. Bring your own dock lines, bumpers, etc. You are welcome to crab and fish from the dock, so pack your gear. Please clean up any bait so not to attract gulls. Typical fish species caught include Perch and Catfish; occasionally Spot and puppy drum (late summer/fall).
The Pool: There is a private pool, gazebo and sun deck on the property. Four (4) pool towels are provided for your use. The pool is not heated.
The Kayaks: There are two (2) sit-on-top kayaks, paddles and lifejackets available for guest use. Note: VA law requires assessable life jackets on board; Children 13 years of age and under must wear a life jacket at all times while boating.
Horses: There are horses adjacent to the property. They are not part of the rental, so please do not touch or feed. However, they are very peaceful to watch from the front of the house.
Located in a private community 2 minutes from downtown Colonial Beach and just 2 hours from Washington, D.C.; 1 hour from Richmond, VA, and about 30 minutes from Fredericksburg, VA. The quaint Town of Colonial Beach has restaurants, boutiques, grocery stores, breweries, and public beaches.
Just minutes away is access to wineries (Monroe Bay, Ingleside, and Back Porch), breweries (Creekside), State Parks (Westmoreland and Caledon), and historical sites (Birth places of James Monroe and George Washington, as well as Stratford Hall which is home of the Lee Family).
The house is equipped with High Speed Internet and two Smart TVs for your streaming needs.
Golf Carts (not included in rental): Colonial Beach is a Golf Cart community. There are rentals available and there is access to the town from the property, should you want an alternate way to explore the town.
Water Access: There is a small ramp for launching kayaks, jet skies, or small craft (e.g., john boats) on the property. For run-abouts and larger craft, there is a public ramp in the town of Colonial Beach (5 minute drive). The public ramp is free, but there is a fee to park. There is ample trailer parking at the property. Monroe Bay Creek is mostly brackish water, but once one transitions to the Potomac River, the water is salt and requires a Potomac River or VA salt water fishing license.
The Dock: There are 2 slips for docking watercraft. The creek is tidal and the water depth varies; average water depth is about 4 feet. Bring your own dock lines, bumpers, etc. You are welcome to crab and fish from the dock, so pack your gear. Please clean up any bait so not to attract gulls. Typical fish species caught include Perch and Catfish; occasionally Spot and puppy drum (late summer/fall).
The Pool: There is a private pool, gazebo and sun deck on the property. Four (4) pool towels are provided for your use. The pool is not heated.
The Kayaks: There are two (2) sit-on-top kayaks, paddles and lifejackets available for guest use. Note: VA law requires assessable life jackets on board; Children 13 years of age and under must wear a life jacket at all times while boating.
Horses: There are horses adjacent to the property. They are not part of the rental, so please do not touch or feed. However, they are very peaceful to watch from the front of the house.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Some breed restrictions apply (insurance reasons)
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No smoking inside at any time.
Important information
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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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Colonial Beach
Located in Colonial Beach, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. James Monroe Birthplace and Monrovia are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bayside Marina and Ingleside Vineyards. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Colonial Beach, VA
What's nearby
- James Monroe Birthplace - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
- Colonial Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- Colonial Beach Historical Society - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
- Bayside Marina - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
- Maryland International Raceway - 44 min drive - 62.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Dockside Restaurant - 7 min drive
- McDonald's - 10 min walk
- Wilkerson's Seafood Restaurant - 4 min drive
- Domino's Pizza - 9 min walk
- Los Hermanos - 4 min drive
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Reviews
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16 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Pat W.
5 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pat W.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Angela F.
30 November 2025
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Angela F.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Shannon F.
1 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful Bay View
Shannon F.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Andrea L.
23 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Andrea L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Teshara C.
17 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Teshara C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
David S.
19 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place
David S.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Adriana G.
27 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property for a long weekend!
Adriana G.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Julie B.
27 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Julie B.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Chrissie G.
13 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Chrissie G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John M.
6 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing home with great views
John M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julie F.
8 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, Easy Feeling
Julie F.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ray M.
29 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ray M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
mel g.
20 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
mel g.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Megan B.
18 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful getaway!
Megan B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent
lucas g.
21 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn't be better
lucas g.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carol B
2 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Spot

Carol B
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mark M.
17 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun weekend getaway
Mark M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Glenna S.
8 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and Relaxing
Glenna S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bernadine V.
28 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 stars!
Bernadine V.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Alexa S.
10 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Family boat weekend
Alexa S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sathyaprya M.
15 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
Sathyaprya M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Eugene B.
23 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location and very nice home
Eugene B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carol B.
3 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property
Carol B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Pete K.
8 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pete K.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
About the host
Hosted by Shannon Jernigan
I'm a Virginia native who loves to explore, new quaint locations. I've enjoyed staying in vacation homes up and down the East coast over the past 15 years. I've gained a lot of insight about what I like and have tried to impart all of those observations to treat guests staying at Monroe Bay Coastal.
Why they chose this property
The neighborhood chose me!
What makes this property unique
Monroe Bay Coastal is special in that it is extremely private, nestled between a tidal creek and a horse farm; however, just a stone's throw from the town of Colonial Beach with groceries, eateries and more.
Languages:
English
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