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Waterfront 4 bedroom historic home on Rappahanock River with Dock

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Lancaster, VA
  • Morattico Waterfront Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Northern Neck Farm Museum
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Deltaville Marina
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Waterfront 4 bedroom historic home on Rappahanock River with Dock

The House:
The house is a historic riverfront home built in 1926 in the town of Morattico, Virginia. Perfect for groups of friends with kids, or family reunions. Here are some details on this beautiful getaway:

- On 1 acre of land with plenty of privacy.
- 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths plus enclosed outdoor shower, and additional outdoor shower open to the sky.
- Wrap around screen porch with swinging porch bed, deep seating, bar area, and water/ sunset views
- Living room with Wifi and internet enabled TV for login with your Netflix/ Amazon Prime account. Living room couch is comfortable to sleep on and door can be closed to provide privacy/ 5th bedroom.
- Dining room with table for six plus additional table leaf.
- Dogs allowed.
- NO linens/towels provided. Beds have top comforter and pillows but no sheets or pillow cases.
- Yard, dock, and waterfront has incredible amenities (read more about it below).

Room 1: Upstairs Bedroom has a queen size bed and antique dressers. Has gorgeous water and sunset views from 4 windows. Shares hall full bath.

Room 2: Upstairs bedroom has four (4) full/ double size built-in bunk beds which will sleep 8 in this room. Perfect for kids! Shares hall full bath.

Room 3: Upstairs bedroom has a queen size bed. Water views from windows. Shares hall full bath.

Room 4: Downstairs bedroom with queen size bed and antique dressers and armoire. Water view. Half bath on ground floor, can also share full bath upstairs.

The Land:
This home is situated on a sandy beach on the bay of Lancaster Creek just as it meets the Rappahannock River. Approx. 100' of waterfront fun!

View of the sun setting over the water every single day!
- Sandy beach between the jetties at low tide.
- Water is approx 3' deep at the dock at mean low tide, with a wonderful smooth sandy bottom (not muddy!).
- Stone Firepit with Adirondack benches.
- Morattico's 'World Famous' sunset beach sand circle with lounge chairs.
- Extended pier with large dock
- Fish cleaning station
- Pulley mooring system, power and fresh water hose for your boat needs!
- Local boat landings include Simonson Landing (DGIF) and Whalen's Marina (waterfront gas) on the same bay of Lancaster Creek as this home.
- Complimentary kayaks, sunfish sailboat, and canoe with life jackets
- Fishing rods and Carolina rig fishing tackle ready to go!
- Crab pots and crab lines/ nets
- Corn hole, bocce, horseshoes
- Sheds have umbrellas, folding beach chairs, water floats and tubes
- Sheds also have a full size clothes washer and dryer.
- Enclosed outdoor shower is private, large and spacious, with a bench/ dry area for changing. There is also an ADDITIONAL outdoor shower open to the sky above.

Great for Groups of Friends:
This home is a great place to host a group of friends!
- Jump in the water right off the dock!
- Grilling, drinking, yard games, sunsets, hanging out on the dock, bonfires, watching sports. This home has you covered!

Great for Family Reunions:
Family reunions often have up to 4 generations of family, spanning from little babies to great grandparents. This home is comfortable for all age ranges!
- Lots of spaces for people to eat together.
- Lots of spaces for people to gather together, hang out, sit, chat, have fun.
- Lots of fun for kids: Water activities, roasting s'mores for the first time, fishing and crabbing, seeing the stars SO WELL!!
- Comfortably sleeps14 people in beds, plus living room couch as required!

The Kitchen:
Food is a huge deal when getting together. All you need to bring is your food!

- Two (2) full size refrigerators
- Range with stove and microwave
- Full size dishwasher
- Comes completely stocked with cooking needs, including a large selection of pots, pans, serving dishes, platters, cookie trays and more.
- Plenty of cooking knives for the chefs in the family.
- Coffe makers: Enjoy an early morning sunrise with fresh coffee on the dock or screened porch!
- Outdoor propane grill, complete with extra tanks of propane.
- Outdoor charcoal Weber kettle type grill.
- Large steamer stock pots for crab boils.

WIFI:
Internet service is provided via FIOS landline/ router.

Location:
The northern neck of Virginia is a remote historic region where you can get away from it all, but it is surprisingly close to everything:

- 20 minutes to Warsaw for local dining, groceries, ice cream parlor.
- 20 minutes to Kilmarnock/ Irvington/ White Stone for boutique shopping.
- Historic local attractions include the birthplace of George Washington, the family home of Robert E Lee at Stratford Hall, and Morattico's very own Morattico Waterfront Museum within walking distance!
- Chesapeake Wine Trail
- Local golf courses including the Golden Eagle and Quinton Oaks
- approx. 75 miles from Richmond, VA, or Williamsburg, VA
- approx. 110 miles from Washington, DC

Contact:
We would love to host your party or family gathering. We love entertaining and making our guests super happy, so if you have any further questions, feel free to contact us!

Sincerely,
The Barbier and the Robinson Family

Property manager

Patrick F Barbier

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

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

About the area

Lancaster

Lancaster is home to this holiday home. Morattico Waterfront Museum and Mary Ball Washington Museum and Library are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Compass Entertainment Complex and Steamboat Era Museum. Kinsale Museum and Reedville Fishermen's Museum are also worth visiting.
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Lancaster, VA

What's nearby

  • Morattico Waterfront Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mary Ball Washington Museum and Library - 17 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Golden Eagle Golf Club - 35 min drive - 35.1 km
  • Northern Neck Farm Museum - 37 min drive - 36.4 km
  • Deltaville Marina - 61 min drive - 61.5 km

Getting around

  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smith B G & Sons Oyster Co. - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront 4 bedroom historic home on Rappahanock River with Dock pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront 4 bedroom historic home on Rappahanock River with Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront 4 bedroom historic home on Rappahanock River with Dock?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront 4 bedroom historic home on Rappahanock River with Dock located?

Situated in Lancaster, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Morattico Waterfront Museum and 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Mary Ball Washington Museum and Library. Bush Mill Stream Natural Area Preserve and Good Luck Cellars are also within 20 miles (32 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. 20 out of 26 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ardra S.

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

Rest at the Rivah

Wonderful property for a true Rivah visit. Refreshing and everything we needed.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mary H., Perryville, MD

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

Sunsets

The sunsets were amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances S.

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

Everyone Had a Spot

Had a little bit of everything…charming and quaint inside…outside a glorious array of outdoor spots to relax and enjoy the view
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew M.

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

Fun place

We knew the Northern Neck. For others a bit out of the way. But it's the land of pleasant living and a great place to relax. Lots of ways to enjoy the water. We used the crab pots, canoe and kayak. Inconvenient to have to bring sheets and towels when you're driving cross-country.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Murray b., Falling waters

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

Family getaway

The house had plenty of space for our family of nine 3 couples and 3 children ages 13,12,6. The kitchen had everything we needed. We loved spending time on the dock fishing and crabbing. Although we wasn't able to swim most of the time because of all the jelly fish we still enjoyed our vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Judy C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Time

We really enjoyed everything this place had to offer for a fun river experience. The grandkids/kids enjoyed hours of jumping off the dock and the water toys included. My husband enjoyed being able to have his boat secured at the wonderful pier/dock with fish cleaning station. We sunned, went boating, caught lots of crabs, enjoyed beautiful sunsets and cooked on all of the outdoor options available. Lots of outdoor space to gather together. I especially loved the outdoor shower and appreciated the comfortable beds. My only complaint (and it may be good for others) is that we brought lots of supplies and food to cook meals for our large family and there was not much room in the refrigerators and cabinets because of the owner's supplies. I just stored what I could in bags and it all worked out. The longer I was there, the more I fell in love with the place.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy H.

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

Relaxing and beautiful

The house was perfect and the location was great! So quiet and relaxing. Watched dolphins play everyday. The sunsets were amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

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

Peace on the River

This was the first time booking an Air B&B. The Howe owner made the process very easy and welcoming. The place was relaxing and peaceful. The kids enjoyed fishing and canoeing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Danielle K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and Quiet

Away from it all and in the middle of nowhere is the main feature for this property and the boat dock. The house needs some sprucing up and some updates but you can tell the owner is making progress on getting things fixed. Overall the house is charming and the property private and enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

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

Great getaway

If you are looking for a peaceful location for relaxing and to get away from it all, this is your place! Our family enjoys water activities, and you cannot get any closer to the water than this property! We much appreciated the provided crabbing and fishing equipment/gear, kayaks, canoe and 'floaties!' We prefer staying in older homes with character than fancy hotels, meaning the house was just right for us! :) We wish we owned a boat.....that would have made our vacation 100% perfect! If you want a vacation location around the corner from stores and restaurants, then this may not be the place for you, but if you want to kick back and enjoy quality time with family and friends, this is a great place to do just that!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

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

The peace and quiet we all needed!

We absolutely loved our stay! We had kids ranging from 7-14 years old, and there was plenty of room for them to play and run. We all enjoyed the relaxation, beautiful sunsets, and comfortable home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Larry P.

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

Morattico cottage

See rating above
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stuart J.

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

Waterfront tranquility

Location is wonderful! Extremely quiet and private. This is NOT a resort area just a quaint former fishing village. Great facilities for bringing your boat. Beach size varies with tide cycles but was very adequate. House is close to 100 years old but has had a lot of renovation. We were anxious about 5 people sharing a bath and a half but then we discovered the wonderful open air outdoor shower. It got more use than the indoor shower. Owner has provided every imaginable water toy and convenience. Only drawback was limited internet (tv was internet based and buffered excessively. Provider problem not owners fault.) And then there are the sunsets!!!! Have your camera ready. They are wonderful and different every night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Family reunion

As previous owners of this property For five generations, it was wonderful to come back together and reminisce. One of our favorite memories of

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oh, the views

This is our second time here and you can not beat the beautiful water views. The house is stocked with every water toy possible! I would recommend bringing your favorite cooking supplies if you like to cook as what is there is pretty beat up!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary G., Westminster, MD

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

Relaxing

Very private waterfront property with amazing sunsets!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Colin H.

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

Great river location

Great historic property with 1920s charm in a perfect river setting. Great property with tons of river gear to enjoy it

10/10 Excellent

Ann R.

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

A Wonderful Week on the Rivah!

This is a very comfortable, warm and traditional River house. The furnishings are fresh and fun and the property is equipped with everything needed to have fun on or in the water. The waterfront lot hosts magical sunset views, good fishing from the dock and is very private.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Frank K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Very nice location. Plenty of room in house but needs some updating. Enjoyed our family time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Zack K.

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

Wonderful Location and Property

We had a fantastic time at this home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne S.

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

Gorgeous sunsets, sweet community

Awesome property, well appointed! Fun and creative!

8/10 Good

James B., San Francisco, USA

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

Lots of character, great location

Mostly unrestored riverside farmhouse with lots of character. Great location right on the river with dock, pontoon boat, two kayaks, canoe, and sunfish sailboat included. House is a bit small inside but is comfortable with good heat and decent hot water. WiFi works if only allows five devices at once. Beautiful wrap around porch, great river views from kitchens and two bedrooms. Biggest downside is only one indoor shower, but there is a nicely constructed outdoor shower, too. Also a grill, smoker, fire pit, etc. Hoping to stay here again in the summer!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

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

Amazing location!

Everything was perfect for our quiet secluded river vacation. Best sunsets ever.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

karen s.

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

Rappahannock River stay

We had a wonderful stay here! The property is just as advertised, with a lovely screened-in porch for reading and relaxing on the swing. The house was very clean, the bedrooms were very nice, and a nice, big kitchen for preparing meals and all sitting down together. It was wonderful to sit out on the chairs in the yard in the morning and watch the birds.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lizz A.

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

Good family getaway

Very cute home with tons of character. The property was exactly what we were hoping for. Incredibly private, tons of yard space to run around and a small beach area for the kids. Less than 20 minutes to everything in Kilmarnock and the state park has a fun playground and trails only a few minutes away.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Patrick F Barbier

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Languages:

English, French