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Beachfront House on James River. Near Historic Jamestowne and Williamsburg

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Deck facing Jamestown across the river.
"Rivah" Cottage
Enclosed porch (Air Conditioned/Heated) and Screen Windows
Mid-tide. Steps to beach. Ferry dock in background.
Living Area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 592.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Bacons Castle
  • Place, Jamestown Settlement
  • Place, Historic Jamestowne
  • Airport, Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

Beachfront House on James River. Near Historic Jamestowne and Williamsburg

Weekly discount rates (7 nights).

Our waterfront house sits on a bluff overlooking the James River. You will have the privacy of a house and will be directly across the river from Historic Jamestowne and Williamsburg. You can see Historic Jamestowne from the house.

The free Jamestown Ferry belongs to the VA Department of Transportation and runs 24 hours a day. It takes 15 minutes to cross the river, and the ferry dock on this side is one mile from the house. When landing at Jamestown, Williamsburg is 4 miles straight down the road (about 5 min.), and it takes about 15 minutes to get to Busch Gardens. Yorktown is a little beyond Williamsburg. A ferry schedule is provided.

The James River here is tidal water and is clean. The tide comes in and goes out slowly, so it is great for children to play in. It is partly salty and partly freshwater. There is not a drop-off.

There are no houses behind the house, only fields and woods. You will have your privacy.

You will find the house very clean, as mentioned in many of our reviews.

Free high-speed wireless internet is provided.

Two kayaks (one single and one double), a paddleboard, and adult's and children's life vests are provided. Also provided are beach chairs, beach umbrella, and beach towels.

Coffee maker (with filters, coffee, sugar, creamer), dinnerware, silverware, glassware, cookware, utensils, cooking utensils, paper plates and cups, paper towels, toilet, napkins, aluminum foil, plastic wrap, baggies, cooking oil, dish detergent, dish towels and cloths,

Tide, dryer sheets and trash bags are provided.

The bathroom has a walk-in shower. Hair dryer, towels, wash cloths, hand soap, toilet paper, and first aid kit are provided.

In the backyard there is a gas grill ready for your barbecue.

The living area has YouTube TV and Amazon Prime. One bedroom has a DVD player; DVD's provided.

There is an electric fireplace in the living area.

All of the bedrooms are equipped with bed linens (beds made), extra blanket, clock, and flashlight.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
Wonderful for children but not childproof.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in cottage.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Limited to 5 people, including children and guests. This also includes day guests. Limited to 2 vehicles.
House is rented Saturday to Saturday JUNE, JULY AND AUGUST. You do not have to book the whole week.

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Surry

Located in Surry, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Jamestown Settlement is a notable landmark and some of the area's popular attractions include Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Busch Tennis Courts or Kaplan Arena. With kayaking and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Surry, VA

What's nearby

  • Jamestown Beach - 28 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Jamestown Settlement - 29 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Historic Jamestowne - 32 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Williamsburg Winery - 38 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Busch Gardens Williamsburg - 42 min drive - 25.5 km

Getting around

  • Williamsburg Transportation Center - 44 min drive
  • Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Frothy Moon Brewhouse - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Charly's Airport Restaurant - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪Morelia Mexican restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪Five Forks Cafe - ‬38 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachfront House on James River. Near Historic Jamestowne and Williamsburg pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront House on James River. Near Historic Jamestowne and Williamsburg?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront House on James River. Near Historic Jamestowne and Williamsburg?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront House on James River. Near Historic Jamestowne and Williamsburg located?

Nestled on the beach, this Surry holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Chippokes Plantation State Park, Jamestown Beach and Smith's Fort. Williamsburg National Golf Club and Greensprings Greenway Interpretative Trail are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by A.C. Traylor

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We are a retired couple who love Virginia's history and the "rivah"!

Why they chose this property

Our house has a beautiful view, a beach and the James River to play in, but close to Jamestown, Williamsburg, Yorktown, Busch Gardens and other sites that you came to see. It is like having the best of both worlds.

What makes this property unique

The view is beautiful. Directly across the river is Jamestown Island, the place of the first permanent English settlement in America (1607). This house is on land that was given to Pocahontas from her father, Powhatan, when she married John Rolfe. On a clear day, you can see the roller coasters at Busch Gardens across the river.

Even if the weather isn't perfect, you can sit on the enclosed porch and watch Eagles and Ospreys fish, or tugboats or ships going by.

As one guest said after visiting Williamsburg, etc., it was like coming home after a busy day. And, you can always spend a day on the "rivah," swimming, kayaking, or just enjoying it while sitting under a beach umbrella.

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