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A Cozy And Classic Hatteras 43' Yacht In One Of The Best James River Locations

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A cozy living room with a television, a fireplace, a Coca-Cola branded stool, and a patterned rug.
A grand lobby with a large Christmas tree, marble columns, and a red carpeted floor.
A cozy corner with a table and chairs, a vase with flowers, and a fireplace.
A marina with several boats docked, a covered area, and a building with a red roof in the background.
A boat deck with seating, a pool, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Richmond, VA
  • Place, James River
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Richmond National Battlefield Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Dorey Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Richmond

Located in Richmond, this houseboat is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Presquile National Wildlife Refuge and Pocahontas State Park, while Altria Theater and Chimborazo Medical Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Richmond Coliseum, or consider a night out at Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Richmond, VA

What's nearby

  • James River - 1 min drive - 0.2 km
  • Richmond National Battlefield Park - 10 min drive - 7.8 km
  • New Market Heights Battlefield - 10 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Dorey Park - 11 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Beacon Theatre - 18 min drive - 19.8 km

Getting around

  • Richmond Main Street Station - 23 min drive
  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪The Taphouse at Rivers Bend - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪China Kitchen - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Cozy And Classic Hatteras 43' Yacht In One Of The Best James River Locations pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at A Cozy And Classic Hatteras 43' Yacht In One Of The Best James River Locations?

As of 11 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Cozy And Classic Hatteras 43' Yacht In One Of The Best James River Locations on 17 Nov 2026 start from NZ$366, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at A Cozy And Classic Hatteras 43' Yacht In One Of The Best James River Locations?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Cozy And Classic Hatteras 43' Yacht In One Of The Best James River Locations?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Cozy And Classic Hatteras 43' Yacht In One Of The Best James River Locations?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Cozy And Classic Hatteras 43' Yacht In One Of The Best James River Locations located?

Located in the heart of Richmond, this houseboat is steps from James River and within 6 mi (10 km) of Richmond National Battlefield Park and Dorey Park. White Oak Village and Virginia Capital Trail: Richmond Trailhead are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 126 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of the yacht is very accessible to many historical sites and to Richmond itself. The beauty of the river made for quiet times early in the morning or relaxing times at sunset.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I love nostalgia and this boat was born in 1974 just like me. It reminds me of my grandmas beach house when I was a kid. Old, rustic, and perfect for me and the dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great alternative to a house or hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
The boat appears a bit more dated than expected from the photos. Missing rear deck lighting fixture made boarding in the dark, and moving about on deck, a bit difficult without supplemental lighting. It’s an older boat but reasonably maintained. A/C units are freestanding floor models, heat is provided by portable electric fireplaces. It has an “old boat smell” if you are scent sensitive, we were unable to stay all night due to that.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2026
After 11 years I am very tired of trying to cater to everyone's taste and whims. The boat is a boat and not a hotel. What I promise is cleanliness, a very comfortable bed, a unique experience and tbe usual expectations you would find in a hotel.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice stay! Awesome host and quiet neighborhood! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint, quiet, and cozy. Clean. Just what was wanted for a few quiet days.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd time staying at this property and definitely won’t be the last! Amazing location and great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing and unique experience. We had great weather, which allowed us a lot of time outside on the boat. The bed is very comfortable and the furnishings are super cute. Ron is incredibly generous and communicative, would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time staying here. Such a peaceful evening on the water. The A/C made for a cool night of sleep after an unseasonably warm day.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful escape. It’s so peaceful and calming watching the sunset on the bow. Great communication with Captain Ron.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a cool fun stay. Captain Ron is so friendly and accommodating. Really cool stay for kids!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ron was a generous and gracious host in greeting us and showing us around.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
A very novel experience! This yacht had a nice retro feel and was not unsteady in the least in the water! It was cozy for 2 ppl. There was a very strong storm that occurred our first nite which revealed several leaks from the windows in the living room and from the hatch in the bedroom ceiling. Rather like a glamping experience but we survived. The place really needs a thorough cleaning & maintenance updates. The AC was adequate at night for sleeping but due to extreme heat during the day was stuffy. This didn’t affect me as I had plans for outings but just some good info for other guests. Overall, I had a satisfactory stay for 3 nights on Capt Ron’s boat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2026
After 22 years as apremier host i will never get it. I will get great reviews but then someone will come along and see. To look for something to complain about. This is an Vintage boat! Not a new and shiny yacht. If it was the price would by necessity be much higher. It is also a big boat and ocassionally something might get missed during cleaning but nothing is every left dirty. It is not a "room" either. It is a complete living space both inside and out. Not to be negative, but i sometimes think some people look for something to complain about. But i will just keep doing the best i can and hope the great majority of my guest continue to enjoy yheir stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a nice get away for my husband, me and our two dogs. The marina is inside a gated community in a nice area of Richmond, about 30min drive downtown with lots to do locally. We would love to stay again next time we are in town, the river is so peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Richmond Stay

Captain Ron is a top notch host!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Boat on the James River

Really cool boat stay with an excellent host!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Happy Place

What an amazing place to go and relax and forget all the hustle and bustle of life. Ron is a wonderful host and friend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend getaway

Capt Ron was an excellent host. He made sure to walk us around the boat and answered all of our questions. We saw two amazing sunsets and the morning hours were so peaceful while sipping coffee. Great get away. We highly recommend at stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

Thank you for an amazing and peaceful experience
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Private getaway

Highly recommend. Very relaxing with national parks surrounding. Awesome Italian restaurant down the street to enjoy back on the deck. Clean and dog friendly. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Adventure

We had a lovely time . The houseboat was exactly as advertised. We had everything we needed to have a great time and Captain Dan was wonderful and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice

Nice older boat with a good view. We enjoyed it a lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unique stay

My friend and I spent one night on Captain Ron's yacht. It was a cozy, lovely experience. Captain Ron met us at the dock and gave us an introductory tour, pointing out any little quirks we needed to know about for the best possible experience. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cookie B

enjoyed the atmosphere of living on a boat on the river - the owner was great
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2020
Robert and Mary were a wonderful couple. He caught. A stringer of catfish while bottom fishing and bass with top water poppers. Mary seemed to enjoy the spaciousness of the main salon and the view from the bow deck. This senior couple was neat and clean and i highly reccomend them.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun to try something different

Wife and I were in town for a wedding. We decided to try something different and it did not disappoint!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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