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Enjoy Breezes on the James River, 2bdrm-1bath / 15 minutes to downtown Richmond

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Rocky Beach to fish, read, explore or relax. Captain John Smith sailed here!
Beautiful and peaceful sun room to relax in and enjoy the scenery
cozy private 2 bedroom cottage looking over the Majestic James River
Curved steps down an old civil war path to the dock and river
wonderful large dock to relax on, fish off of, sunbathe or tie a boat up to!!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Dorey Park
  • Place, Richmond National Battlefield Park
  • Place, Broad Street
  • Airport, Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Area/ Gathering Space

1 Double Futon

master bedroom

1 King Bed

Sunroom

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Enjoy Breezes on the James River, 2bdrm-1bath / 15 minutes to downtown Richmond

The James River house is in Henrico county. We are 15 minutes to Historic Downtown Richmond and 45 minutes to Colonial Williamsburg. We are overlooking the James river in a very beautiful private setting. Our house sleeps 6. The master bedroom has a very amazing king bed and the second bed room has a Midcentury queen bed both have very comfortable mattresses. There is a sun room that contains a daybed and a pull out queen bed in the living area. The large kitchen comes completely 'chef' ready. The picture window in the cozy living room shows off the river. Bring your bikes and bike from your door to the Virginia Capital Bike Trail. The trail will run from Richmond to Williamsburg. We are in walking distance to Deep Bottom boat ramp and have plenty of room for your boat and jet skis. Or you may choose to Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board right from your private beach. We have direct water access, with a brand new 50 foot dock , with space to tie up 4 boats or just relax and enjoy the sunshine. Don't forget to bring your water shoes our beach is rocky. You can enjoy watching for the many species of birds including eagles, osprey, loons and blue heron to name few. We also have a Donkey (Bubba) and a Horse (Lil Bit) that we can introduce you to. You may also enjoy the challenge of looking for sharks teeth. If there is an angler in your group they have come to the right place. The tidal James in our area is known for catching citation blue catfish. The James also contains striped and large mouth bass, perch,shad and Gar. It is an escape into nature. There is also an abundance of history in our area. If you head East on historical route 5 you will encounter many plantations, battle fields, Williamsburg and Jamestown. If you head West on route 5 you will be going towards Richmond. Richmond has many museums, Tredegar iron works, festivals, Shockoe bottom, eclectic Cary Street, Maymont Park and lots more!! There are also 3 major Theme parks nearby, Busch Gardens, Water Country and Kings Dominion. For quieter days relaxing by the river, reading in the sun room, grilling out your favorite dish, roasting marshmallows in the fire pit this is a wonderful location. The house has a collection of books and games. The octagon picnic table is the perfect place for games and outside dinning. You feel the river breezes and hear the many sounds of river birds as you relax. We do not advertise on Craigslist.

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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: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Richmond

Located in Richmond, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Virginia Aviation Museum and Chimborazo Medical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include New Market Heights Battlefield and Malvern Hill Battlefield Park. Richmond Railroad Museum and The Lazy Daisy are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Henrico, VA

What's nearby

  • Dorey Park - 12 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Richmond National Battlefield Park - 16 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Broad Street - 23 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Virginia Commonwealth University - 27 min drive - 32.0 km
  • Greater Richmond Convention Center - 28 min drive - 32.0 km

Getting around

  • Richmond Main Street Station - 23 min drive
  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Taphouse at Rivers Bend - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bangkok Thai - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enjoy Breezes on the James River, 2bdrm-1bath / 15 minutes to downtown Richmond pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Enjoy Breezes on the James River, 2bdrm-1bath / 15 minutes to downtown Richmond?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy Breezes on the James River, 2bdrm-1bath / 15 minutes to downtown Richmond?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy Breezes on the James River, 2bdrm-1bath / 15 minutes to downtown Richmond located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Dorey Park, Richmond National Battlefield Park and New Market Heights Battlefield. Malvern Hill Battlefield Park and Glendale/Malvern Hill Battlefields Visitor Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 182 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 182 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 182 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 182 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 182 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

April S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay! Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ginger A.

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

Great family vacation!!!

I can’t say enough good things about this vacation home!!! This was our second time staying at this house and both experiences have been great! The house is always super clean and is stocked with everything you will need. We loved the dock, fishing was great from it and it is so convenient being so close to the boat launch. The owners were great to deal with and so helpful. I would definitely recommend this house!!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Julie O.

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

Beautiful, peaceful location!

Lovely views of the river & birds. Peace and quiet. Beds were comfortable and everything was clean. It is an old house but it is well cared for and we definitely enjoyed the three seasons room. There was everything we needed to cook our meals. I fell in love with the sweet donkey and we enjoyed walking the nearby trails.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse M.

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

River Stay

Private stay with a lake house and a dock to fish off all yourself. The resident was feeding the horses and a donkey in the nearby stable and helped my daughter pet them, which was a highlight of her trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jama C.

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

Lovely view!

Clean and safe, great location, lovely view of the river.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

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

Perfect Getaway

Very relaxing and awesome catfishing!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan A.

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

Perfect stay

Minutes from anything. Complete removal from the city life. View, wildlife, just the right size. Sunroom with perfect couch facing the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline S.

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

Perfect quaint country getaway

The property was perfect for a weekend get away, we ended up spending more time in the city than we thought but it was the perfect place to come back to and crash at the end of the day. Everything was clean and the beds were incredibly comfy! Everything was decorated beautifully and with local touches that were perfect. I highly recommend this home and the hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ben L.

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

Secluded and tranquil

A lovely property with the river on one side and horses on the other. Very quiet and serene. Comfy beds and cute sunroom!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Waters L.

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

Fishing trip

This was our 2nd year in this house for our fishing trip. House is perfect for our needs . House on the water and boat ramp is just down the street ! What else is better !
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

LARA M.

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

We love it here-return visitors!

My family and I absolutely love it here. We love the peace and tranquility of this beautiful property, the environment is tranquil country living near the river. The amazing hosts/owners are just truly exceptional and deliver excellent customer service. This lovely country home is the perfect escape for my family. It is far away from the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles traffic that we endure back at home. If I could move in permanently, I would. Thank you Janet & Rob for such wonderful hospitality. 5 Stars Plus Plus Plus!! : )
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

LARA M.

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

Amazing, Beautiful and Perfect!

My family and I had the most amazing stay here for two weeks!! From the very start, we were treated like family and wish I could leave a 10 Star Review because it is absolutely 100% well deserved! The owners Janet & Rob are the most wonderful and gracious hosts. This property is a slice of heaven, the location is ideal with direct access to the river, it is so peaceful and tranquil with amazing views of the James River right from your living room window, kitchen window and sun room. The private dock is a fisherman's dream-my husband and kids were in heaven catching blue catfish, crabs and a variety of other fish. The hosts provided us with plenty of kayak's, life jackets, fishing poles, and went out of their way to deliver us exceptional hospitality. We will be coming back to stay during our son's college breaks and can't wait to stay again in this amazing cottage on the river. Also, we love coffee and appreciated the Keurig coffee maker as well as the overall cleanliness-it was top notch all the way around. Thank you so much Janet & Rob for everything! : )
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Doesn’t get much better than this!

I’ve been using VRBO and HomeAway for over a decade, for both work and leisure. I’ve probably stayed at over twenty properties and none have been as clean, peaceful and well-stocked as this one. The location, although it was over an hour away from my work, was absolutely perfect! This is the type of place where I felt no need to even lock the doors when I left for the day. The kitchen has everything you could possibly need, and more. The owner really has thought of everything! And I mean everything. This is a first for me. I usually have to go to the store for something; maybe a sponge or big boiling pot. But not here. This house is stocked as if the owners live there themselves. And speaking of owners, you won’t find any better than these. They went far above and beyond for me. They treated me as if I were family. This place and these owners are a rare jewel and I consider myself fortunate to have been allowed to experience the little slice of heaven that is their property. This is the total package. Great place, wonderful folks, a donkey named Bubba, and catfish to be caught right off their dock. Thanks again Rob and Janet. I hope to see you again soon!
Stayed 15 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and gave a river vibe. The host responded quickly to questions. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect for us! Awesome bike trails, great dock for fishing, perfect distance from Richmond and Colonial Williamsburg. Very clean, terrific shower and very comfortable bed. We needed to recharge and this did it for us!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LARA M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our time fishing and relaxing at the river! We love everything about this charming home. Thank you again for the friendly hospitality Rob & Janet. :)
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

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

Awesome Cottage

We had an amazing stay at this relaxing cottage right on the James River. The location couldn’t have been better—peaceful, private, and just steps from the water. The dock was absolutely perfect for kicking back with a drink or casting a line. We caught all kinds of fish and spent hours just enjoying the view. The cottage itself was cozy, clean, and had everything we needed for a comfortable getaway. Highly recommend for anyone looking to unwind by the water!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

bonnie m.

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

Fishing trip

Amazing stay! Saw eagles from the dock. Multiple Kayaks available. Kind home owners help direct us the first day. Good cat fishing. Private location. Walmart plus will deliver to this remote location :)
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

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Spring break

Wonderful time at the property and lots to do nearby. Perfect place for relaxing, a little fishing and enjoying family
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Amazing Stay

The property is set on a picturesque landscape with views of the James River from windows and the sunroom. We enjoyed sitting in the sunroom relaxing and visiting Bubba the donkey. The house had all the things we needed for a perfect stay. We were in town for a soccer tournament and being able to relax in our downtime was perfect! We had no reason to contact the owners but when we did to let them know we were arriving and departing they were quick to respond. Thanks for a great stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roderick S.

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Beautiful River Retreat

We spent a relaxing lovely long weekend next to the James River. It was beautiful and the bonus of the horses & donkey next door was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie E.

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Awesome House

We stayed for 2 nights and fell in love with the house. We will definitely return and stay longer next time. The hosts were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

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

Beautiful River

Lovely stay in river view property. Enjoyed the animals, eagles, herons, osprey and each other. Didn't have time to kayak but weather wasn't cooperative anyway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann K.

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Relaxing getaway

Our family enjoyed staying here with a lovely view of the James River and an easy drive to Downtown Richmond, Colonial Williamsburg, and other spots. Plenty of space to spread out and plenty of spots to spend time together, it was just what we had in mind. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

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

Amazing Host

Fabulous time. Rob was a fantastic host. Spent time with us teaching me and my kids how to fish, helped me when my boat broke, brought down gas for my boat, made sure we were comfortable the entire time. The list could go on. Could not recommend him or this location enough. We will be back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Janet Kondakor

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We purchased this property because our love or the James River and Richmond. The location was amazing, being just off the interstate and minutes from downtown Richmond. I am a avid kayaker, paddle boarder and previous white water raft guide. The James River is the only River in the country with class 5 Rapids running through the middle of it. Downtown Richmond is going through major revitalization and benefiting from their River locations and Historical value. Janet a skilled horse woman and a antique collector. She also has a knack for decoration in a comfortable way, and strives to make sure her guests are treated as if in a Five Star Hotel. This property was considered a Diamond in the Rough when we bought it... Janet and I spent over 1 year to ensure that it would be something that anyone could enjoy.. From the Taj King sized bed, High Quality Mattresses, fully stocked kitchen, Sun Room, out door environment and beautiful landscaping , We both feel that you will be very comfortable in a beautiful setting during your stay.

Why they chose this property

It's all about getting away from the fast placed life that we all have to endure. Everyone needs to be recharged, and this is a perfect way to do it. Let the stress go away and forget about all the craziness of what makes up your monotonous day. I, you , they ...all need some R and R.. don't' pass it by and say I wish I would have done that!!

What makes this property unique

Quiet setting on the James River. Beautiful comfortable cozy cottage. Private setting with 50 foot dock. Fishing, Relaxing, kayaking, Hanging out by the fire. River Breezes and Sunshine.

Languages:

English

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