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Peaceful Waterfront Cottage in Kinsale, VA

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Exterior
Property grounds
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Kinsale, VA
  • Sandy Point Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • St. Mary's College of Maryland
    ‪135 min drive‬
  • Piney Point Beach
    ‪136 min drive‬
  • Leonardtown, MD (LTW-St. Marys County)
    ‪130 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Kids Bedroom

2 Single 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
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
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

Kinsale

Located in Kinsale, this holiday 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. Make sure you get close to 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 - 4.2 km
  • Kinsale Museum - 17 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Northern Neck Farm Museum - 46 min drive - 41.5 km
  • Westmoreland State Park - 50 min drive - 44.4 km
  • Maryland International Raceway - 99 min drive - 103.7 km

Getting around

  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 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?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Peaceful Waterfront Cottage in Kinsale, VA located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (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

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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

Christine M., Fairfax, VA

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

Lovely Cottage

The views of the river were extraordinary! Had a wonderful time and the cottage had everything we needed!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

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

John G.

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

Great family getaway

Property was exactly as described! Perfect location for a family getaway. 4 adults and 3 kids stayed comfortably! Wonderful time in the water and being outside, unplugged for a few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

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

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

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

William T.

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

Great place to relax

This is a great place to get away and relax. Back country roads and quiet. The house had everything you need and Karen was excellent. The back porch and the yard with the view was the best. We had a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betty L.

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

Perfect Retreat

We stayed outside on the porch, on the lawn, on the dock as much as possible. What a beautiful location! The owner was so helpful sending me suggestions for restaurants and local sites to explore. The kitchen is wonderfully equipped. The beds, the pillows, the linens were the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

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

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

Khimmy C.

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

A little piece of heaven

Had a wonderful stay at this peaceful cottage on the river. The host provided so many nice touches and thoughtfulness to this property and was most responsive to all of our questions. Would love to come back again with nicer weather but was still so relaxing and enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

Great house

Everything was perfect for our girls getaway weekend. The house is cozy and clean. The view is spectacular! We will be returning here soon. Thank you, Karen
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Tyler S., Richmond VA

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

Settle In Just Like At Home

I brought my mother (83) here for a few weeks to get a reprieve from all of the social distancing & isolation of 2020. It was the perfect spot to settle in to enjoy waterfront beauty & the simple good things in life. Together! Karen is an A+ host and took great care to make everything welcoming and comfortable for us. You will love it here.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2020

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.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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