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Peaceful Waterfront Cottage in Kinsale, VA

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
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Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Kinsale, VA
  • Piney Point Beach
  • Sandy Point Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Kinsale Museum
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Kids Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master On-Suite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful Waterfront Cottage in Kinsale, VA

Escape to the serenity of the Little Yeocomico River in this comfortable 3 bed 2 bath cottage. Set on an acre lot with 100' of waterfront, the cottage is 1 of 10 on a quiet road in rural Kinsale, VA. Perfect for a romantic weekend, a family getaway, or entertaining a few guests, you'll find a newly renovated kitchen, table seating for 8, an open living area, and nicely appointed bedrooms. Whether enjoying your morning coffee on the screened porch as you watch the sunrise over Lynch's point, exploring the protected waters inside the cove on kayak, having a few beers and steamed crabs on the pier, or sampling local wines at area vineyards, you're certain to have a memorable, relaxing escape from the day to day.

Property manager

Karen Grieff

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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  • Pet friendly
9.8 out of 10, (86 reviews)
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Kinsale

Located in Kinsale, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Kinsale Museum and Piney Point Lighthouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Rice's Hotel / Hughlett's Tavern and Confederate Memorial Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kinsale, VA

What's nearby

  • Sandy Point Beach - 9 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Kinsale Museum - 17 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Rice's Hotel / Hughlett's Tavern - 43 min drive - 37.6 km
  • Northern Neck Farm Museum - 52 min drive - 48.6 km
  • Westmoreland State Park - 58 min drive - 54.3 km

Getting around

  • Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Backdraft - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Lottsburg Cafe - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Delma’s Family Cafe - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Nino's Pizza - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Waterfront Cottage in Kinsale, VA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Waterfront Cottage in Kinsale, VA?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Waterfront Cottage in Kinsale, VA?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Peaceful Waterfront Cottage in Kinsale, VA located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Parkers Island, Sandy Point Beach, and Protected Bird Sanctuary. Potomac River is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chase M.

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

Great river house

Spacious house, open living area. Property is beautiful. Great view of the river. Plenty of state parks within a decent distance. Great family fun. Would definately stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe H.

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

Restful Excellence

Beautiful home. Beautiful views. Wonderful hospitality. Look no further for your quaint and quiet vacation on the water, where every detail has been planned for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

jean b.

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

Lovely and peaceful

This is our second year at the charming cottage in kinsale. We enjoy the peace and quiet and the beautiful waterfront view. We loved sitting on the screened porch! Karen is a wonderful host and always most helpful and quick to respond. The home is well supplied and the mattresses are perfect! There are wineries and good restaurants fairly close by. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Perfection! My friends are tough critics😉and we loved absolutely everything about this home.

They thought of every single detail. We’re going back in the fall!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maribeth N.

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

Fabulous Cottage

It was wonderful! Great location on River emptying into Chesapeake Bay, ultra clean, well stocked, and quiet. We LOVED the screened porch facing the water where we watched a mama osprey feed her two chicks. We had breakfast out there each day. Host responded quickly to questions. We LOVED IT!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie C., Earlysville, Virginia

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

Beautiful, peaceful place

It was hard to leave this lovely, well equipped cottage even to go out to lunch! Karen is a great host. The house is beautifully furnished and very comfy. Fantastic kitchen, everything you need. But best of all, the river is right there! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie R.

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

Delightful stay

The house is perfectly appointed and beautifully decorated. The view is spectacular, particularly at sunrise. Karen was a great communicator and everything was as it was presented online. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte H.

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

Wonderful home!

My family and I had a wonderful weekend away at Kinsale. Beautiful location, right on the water. We enjoyed walks in the neighborhood and just sitting on the pier and the screened in porch to admire the view. The home was comfortable and very clean - perfect getaway for a restful and relaxing weekend. The owners were very responsive and accommodating. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany G.

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

Stay and relax

It was a great place to get to and plant for the week. Swimming was a no go bc of the jellyfish but we managed to get out in the kayaks and check out the water that way. Most of our time was spent on the dock listening to music with a drink in hand and enjoying the screened in porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elise L.

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

Escape in this lovely home!

The only traffic on the street was a sweet young family bicycling one evening. The Ospreys were fascinating to watch. Karen could not have been a better hostess. I look forward to a repeat visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elza K.

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

Wonderful getaway

This place was perfect for my family to recoup and spend some time away from big cities. The decor, the cleanness, the amenities were all spectacular! I never seen such stocked up house before! Karen really provided everything for the guests. Only tip I would give is go shopping prior to checking in. Stop by at Sails and you can buy a pass for two days for the pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Abbey S.

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

Lovely time on the river

A few friends and I had a lovely time at Karen's place over a long weekend. The cottage is just perfect for relaxing! We also enjoyed swims off the pier and watching the wildlife. As other reviewers have noted, it's pretty remote, so we brought groceries and cooked (though the nearest convenience store is surprisingly well-stocked!). Would love to return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philippa M.

Great place for a relax

We, a family of four had a great stay at this well-equipped, superbly appointed cottage. The facilities were more than adequate and communications with Karen were easy and all our questions were answered very promptly. The property was very well maintained, both inside and out. We did not manage to use the kayaks and canoes since the weather did not oblige, but the views certainly were all we could ask for. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

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

Telework-cation

Enough can’t be said about how much we enjoyed staying at this property. It’s a nice, quiet neighborhood with a giant yard that was great for our toddler. Karen was especially kind and very responsive. We liked that she gave us a lot of information about our stay and we really felt right at home and welcomed at her place. If anyone is looking for a nice waterfront vacation this is the place to go.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jillian M.

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

Beautiful Getaway

This place is quite the gem if youre looking for peace and seclusion. We have no complaints at all. Karen was very helpful in giving us ideas for things to do and places to eat. The kids enjoyed hours of searching for shark tooth fossils at Westmoreland State Park. We checked out a few antique stores, ate plenty of crabs, kayaked the river, and relaxed on the screened in front porch. Thank you for opening up your home to us Karen!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Maria C.

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

Lovely week on the Yeocomico River

Our family of four stayed for a week in this lovely cottage. It was clean and fully stocked with everything you could need. I appreciated the use of condiments, spices and sunscreen. It was so nice to not have to bring your own. There isn't a beach here but the dock is nice and the view is stunning. We loved using the kayaks (bring your own life jackets - the cottage has two but not particularly great for kids). I recommend this cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

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

Beautiful, peaceful retreat

We had a true retreat as a family of 5 at this lovely home. The house was immaculate and so cozy! We enjoyed eating our meals on the screened in porch. The kids (10, 13, 16) played lots of games of cornhole and ladderball in the beautiful yard. We roasted smores in the evening and enjoyed canoeing. It was easy to get in the water from the dock, but we weren't able to swim - too many jellyfish all week. We did drive to Westmoreland State Park and enjoyed swimming there and searching for shark teeth. A perfect time away together!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Liliane M.

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

100% Relaxation

This place has it all! It is beautifully and thoughtfully put together. Our family of 6 were very comfortable here. We enjoyed naps on the screened porch, s’mores around the fire, morning and evening outings on the river in the kayaks provided by the owner and our own paddle boards. We had a fun cornhole tournament. Losers had to buy ice cream at the Dairy Freeze in Callao. We cooked all our meals in house. The grill was in great condition and very clean. The amount of seating area is awesome for when friends stopped by to enjoy dinner with us. If you are looking for a true getaway and enjoy peace and quiet, this is the place for you!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

kendall w.

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

Wonderful family time of reconnecting

After having spent so much time apart during quarantine this was the perfect spot to reconnect to each other. The pictures and description do not do this beautiful bit of heaven on earth justice. So much more than we expected. Be sure to bring your water shoes so you can get in and not hit a few sharp barnacles on the sandy river bottom. It is perfect from the attentive owners, well stocked kitchen, lovely quiet setting, and comfy beds. We WILL be back again! Loved it from the time we opened the door until we locked it again. 6 adults, a 3 year old, and 1 year old made a lifetime of memories here. God Bless your 2020 rental year!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Peaceful Family Week

Our family of 6 stayed the week of July 27-Aug 3. Our daughter and son-in law, two teenage girls, my husband and I thoroughly loved this property. We enjoyed the kayaks and canoe, swimming off the dock, and watching the ospreys and bald eagles. Sitting on the screened porch each morning drinking coffee or reading and napping in the hammock next to the water was so relaxing. It’s not a tourist trap, it’s a back to nature retreat where our family reconnected over the fire pit, board games and puzzles. The beds are comfy, the kitchen is well-equipped, and Karen is extremely responsive to questions. For a day trip we explored Tangier Island on golf carts. The Ferry leaves from Reedville daily at 10 a.m. we also explored Washington’s birthplace, worth the visit! A stop at “The Barn” for some of the best pulled pork anywhere along with sweet tea is a must! I would highly recommend this property, we would love to come back! Thanks for an awesome week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Austin P.

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

Kinsale

Karen was a terrific hostess--very concerned that we would have everything that we needed during our stay (we visited over a holiday when the local eateries were closed). The house is terrific. If you rent, be sure to get up early to watch the sunrise from the dining room. Awesome. Back to the house--it's well equipped and well decorated. WIFI worked great, and I had a good Verizon signal. The kitchen had everything that a cook could want, plus an array of herbs and spices and some baking supplies. The property was spotlessly clean and in good repair. I paddled some--the river (or "rivah," as they seem to spell it in the Northern Neck) is great for that Probably sailing, too, if you have a small sailboat (the rivah seems to be shallow, though, so a small sailboat with a shallow draft). I'm sure swimming is great too, but I was there off season. Note that there's no beach at the property--swimming would be off a dock (and via a ladder from the dock). I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben R.

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

Amazing Views!

This River Cottage is exactly what you need if you desire to escape the "hustle and bustle" of everyday life. One could not ask for a more relaxing environment, peace and quiet abound all around you. The views are amazing! We watched Ospreys on their nest and fishing ALL week and just to our left on "Lynch Point" we were watching Bald Eagles on their nest. Sail boats, fishing boats, oyster boats and recreational boats going about their daily routines off in the distance. Our children loved the pier. We crabbed and fished all week with some success but it was just rewarding to see them do something besides play video games or be glued to their phones. Good restaurants are an easy drive away, Backdraft, Yesterdays, Horn Harbor and Crazy Crab just to name a few. If you need to relax and slow down a little to get your breath, this is the place for you. The cottage is very comfortable, we loved sitting on the screen porch drinking coffee or eating breakfast. Overall this place is 5-stars! One could pop a tent and it would be the same rating just for the views and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Lovely waterside vacation

We had a fantastic stay at this beautiful property. We had everything we needed in the most beautiful setting- I can’t get enough of the dock and the porch! Highly recommend. Everything from mustard (which we forgot) to corn hole was provided. We loved the bed so much we’re planning to upgrade to a king on our arrival home… thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Relaxing Family Time

Comfortable and attractive home. Super responsive host. Very well-equipped, right down to fun art and a good book collection. (Good luck finding time to read. The screened in porch is very beckoning, but fishing, kayaking, bird watching, etc., get in the way of reading time. :-)) The setting and view are perfect. We loved the fun downtime with our young adult kids!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah A.

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

Enjoyed our stay

Peaceful Waterfront Cottage was a lovely place to stay. Very comfortable, peaceful, clean, and very well "outfitted." Beautiful view. We enjoyed watching the crabbing and oystering boats as we sat on the porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Karen Grieff

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I grew up in the Northern Neck (NNK) on a working farm and know this area well. I currently reside in Ellicott City, MD with my husband and two youngest children. This is a special place where we share many happy memories.

Why they chose this property

The NNK is an undiscovered treasure just a few hours from the Baltimore/Washington area and an hour from Richmond or Fredericksburg. It offers great opportunities for wildlife viewing, fishing and watersports. In the broader area you'll find a lot of colonial history at Washington's birth place, and Stratford Hall. You may also enjoy visiting local wineries, antique shopping, or playing a round of frisbee golf.

What makes this property unique

Very quiet neighborhood setting. Nicely furnished front porch. New modern kitchen and nicely appointed furnishings. Canoe and Kayak available to paddle around the protected waters off the Potomac River.
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