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Beach & River Retreat. Spectacular house with private sand beach and hot tub!

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White sand beach
Exterior
Exterior
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 18566.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Montross, VA
  • Westmoreland State Park
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Patuxent River Naval Air Station
    ‪111 min drive‬
  • Piney Point Beach
    ‪118 min drive‬
  • Leonardtown, MD (LTW-St. Marys County)
    ‪107 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

2nd floor Left

3 Queen Beds

2nd floor right

1 Queen Bed

Air Mattresses

3 Single Beds

Common areas

1 Crib

First Floor Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

First Floor Bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed

First Floor Master Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st floor Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

1st floor shared bath

Toilet · Shower only

2nd floor private Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

2nd floor shared Hall bath

Toilet · Shower only

Powder room off River room

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony

About this property

Beach & River Retreat. Spectacular house with private sand beach and hot tub!

One of a kind house with spectacular views. 6 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. Completely remodeled in 2019. Whole house generator, open floor plan, Crows Nest has breath taking views from 50 feet high above the shore. Perfect for those want to kick back and enjoy family/friend time. Elegant minimalist décor. Large open floor plan. Private sandy beach in a private community whose amenities include outdoor pool, tennis courts, 2 community boat launches and large community beach.
Fish and crab from the pier or play volleyball, bocci, corn hole in the yard. We have 5 bikes, 2 kayaks and 2 sups available for our guests to use. Cook on the gas grill and watch the sun set from the deck hot tub.
The space
This is a quiet community and we respect our neighbors. We are looking for families, or groups of mature friends who are seeking a getaway from the stresses of life but are not seeking a frat-house environment.
For those with boats and jet skis, There are 2 nearby boat launch sites in the community and they are always open.
We have a full size back up generator should the power go out. On demand hot water offers plenty of hot water. No cold showers! Located less than 2 hours from NoVA and 90 minutes from Richmond.
**Maximum of 18 guests allowed. Additional guests will be charged $75 per person per night. 2 Dogs are permitted max for a $150**
NOTE: This house does NOT have an elevator.
Guest access
There is a lockbox on the front door.
Other things to note
Please note: Our lifts are not available for guests to use. However you are welcome to tie your boat up at the dock and we do have an anchor available for those bringing jet skis.

Property manager

Frank Brennan
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
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: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please check out by 11 a.m. A late fee of $350 will apply if checking out after 11 a.m., with an additional $450 charge for checkouts after 12 p.m.
No pets allowed No parties, This is a residential neighborhood. No loud music or noise after 9 pm.
No Events such as Weddings, graduations etc... Maximum of 18 guests allowed. Additional guests will be charged $75 per person per night.

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Montross

Located in Montross, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Hague Winery and General's Ridge Vineyard and Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Protected Bird Sanctuary and Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge. Kinsale Museum and Saint Mary's Fairground are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Montross, VA

What's nearby

  • Westmoreland State Park - 30 min drive - 30.0 km
  • Stratford Hall - 32 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Patuxent River Naval Air Station - 111 min drive - 131.0 km
  • St. Mary's College of Maryland - 117 min drive - 137.0 km
  • Piney Point Beach - 118 min drive - 137.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim's at Coles Point - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Coles Point Tavern - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Faunce Seafood - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Landing Restaurant and Waterfront Grill - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪George Robberecht Seafood - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beach & River Retreat. Spectacular house with private sand beach and hot tub! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Beach & River Retreat. Spectacular house with private sand beach and hot tub! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Beach & River Retreat. Spectacular house with private sand beach and hot tub!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach & River Retreat. Spectacular house with private sand beach and hot tub!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beach & River Retreat. Spectacular house with private sand beach and hot tub! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 5 mi (8.1 km) from Trent Island and within 12 miles (20 km) of Hague Winery and Armstead T. Johnson High School. General's Ridge Vineyard and Winery and Montross Town Hall are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maureen C.

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

Wonderful Week!

We had the best time! It is a gorgeous and spacious house, and the beach and dock were perfect. Frank was so kind and easy to work with and we would all love to stay here again- highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

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

Family Get Away

We enjoyed staying at the house. It is generous in size with comfy sofas and a huge, beautiful kitchen. We loved the proximity to the water and all of the water toys were well used. It was an enjoyable family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Reed and Jacqui O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family vacay!

Everything was great, beautiful house, pickleball driveway, great screened porch. Sadly the VRBO app listed an elevator (elderly grandparents needed to get upstairs) but Frank worked with them to help get our fee back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S., Virginia

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

Beautiful River Home

We had a lovely stay - not a thing to complain about. The owners were very accommodating. A nice retreat at any time of the year...would be extra fun in the summer months!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

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

A wonderful stay

The house is beautifully decorated and on a nice lot with plenty of parking. The large well equipped kitchen was perfect for family meals. There was plenty of space and the view of the water was magnificent. Everyone had a lovely time.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin T.

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

Great Family Getaway

The perfect home for our group of 13. Ample space for everyone. Was great having to water and beach area so close to the home! Activities for all ages! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne C.

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

Little Slice of Heaven ♥️

This home was absolutely gorgeous, I was pleasantly impressed by all the beautiful details of the home, from the large, inviting, accommodating kitchen- to all the thoughtfully placed bedrooms on all levels. The owner was great to communicate with! We look forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob K., Saline, Mi

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

Wonferful!

Held annual family vacation, 5 couples plus kids. House was perfect and more than large enough. Location on the water could not be beat and the beach was great for younger kids, very safe. Host was very responsive. Look forward to next visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

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

Great home for relaxing vacation

We enjoyed tremendously. Lots of activities and room to keep busy at house for entire family. Other than eating out on two occasions, we stayed at house for the week. Jellyfish kept us out of water so enjoyed the pool, hot tub and kayaks on the water. Fishing and crabbing were fun for the kids. We enjoyed the vacation tremendously!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany S.

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

Fun, relaxing week

This home was VERY clean, well-maintained, and spacious. Beautiful view of (and access to) the river. Great spot to unwind! We were disappointed at the amount of jellyfish in the water, but nothing to be done about that- glad we had a hot tub and access to the community pool. Also wonderful communication from host. Thanks for the stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat O.

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

Beautiful house, perfect for extended family!

We rented this home for our Thanksgiving celebration. Everyone said it was perfect. Some in our family slept in another house around the corner, but all 21 gathered here during the day. Kitchen well equipped. Lots of seating room inside. Very comfortable. Great view of the river and pretty sunrises. Owner very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

ken o.

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

5 Star Dock Sovin

We had such a wonderful family vacation! The house is beautiful - spacious and accommodating. We had a lot of fun making family meals in the amazing kitchen. We loved all of the water sports - kayaks, SUPs, floats - but the kids (and adults!) loved jumping off the dock the most. Frank was super responsive and just a nice guy. We had a great time and hope to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fatima R.

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

Fun family vacation

My family enjoyed spending a few days at this lovely home. The kids had a ton of fun swimming. There were a couple of jelly fish stings but it wasn't too bad. There were plenty of kayaks and paddle boards for everyone to enjoy. The house was well stocked with enough pillows and blankets for everyone. The kitchen was beautiful and well stocked but some of the kitchen pans may need to be replaced with newer ones. Overall it was a great experience, my family had a wonderful time and Frank was very helpful and quick to respond. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gwen W.

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

Virginia Family Reunion

Lovely setting in a very nice house with great view. We would have been happier without the jellyfish. Kids couldn’t swim or be in water off beach at all because of stinging jelly fish. Had great time at community pool and in years and hot tub.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

A perfect house and location for a family vacation

Absolutely loved the house and the neighborhood. The house was enormous, clean and up to date. The water was clean enough to swim in and there is a small community beach a few houses down. The house had kayaks, SUPs plus bikes. Frank, the host, was responsive when we had questions. Additionally, we lost power due to a storm that came through and the house has a back up generator which worked perfectly.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

ERIC B.

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

Excellent Property and very responsive owner

The property was fantastic, as described. Crabbing was good. Frank was very responsive at all times. We had an issue with the hot water. Frank and 2 of his workers were there the next day to fix it. We did not encounter any jellyfish where we swam in front of the house. Our only issue was the location is not ideal for doing other things as there’s just not a lot to do unless you drive an hour away. Our teenagers made the hour one-way trip a few times to go elsewhere. Overall, we had an awesome time!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

Gorgeous, well equipped waterfront rental

This house was truly amazing!! Plenty of room for the entire family, My 94 year old mom could stay on the main floor and enjoy the views and activity from inside the living room or on the deck. Every bedroom was comfortable with plenty of room to spread out. So many extras included. Pool table/hot tub was a blast. We also loved crabbing off the dock. Crabs every night for dinner. The beach was perfect for our grand children and the adults enjoyed floating on our huge raft and tied it to the pier at night. This place is truly a gem and we hope to return again. Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew I.

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

4th of July Getaway

The property was perfect. It was my family of four along with two other families of 4. The kids ranged from 5 - 9 years old and there was never a boring moment. The house had everything you needed. There was not a lot to do in the surrounding area but there really was no reason to leave the house. We spent all day on the beach that was just steps away from the house. We used all of the water activities that the house had to offer and spent the evenings in the hot tub relaxing. It was honestly one of the most relaxing vacations my family has ever been on. Frank was very responsive and was great to deal with.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda A.

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

Weekend Getaway

This house is amazing! The open floor plan allows space for a large group to gather without feeling cramped. Everyone loved the pool table, the seating in the kitchen/dining area was perfect for playing games and doing puzzles, playing cards in the screened in porch and a campfire on the beach. The kitchen is beautiful and pretty well stocked; although, there was only one hot pad. There is plenty room for parking multiple cars. Since we were here in February we weren't able to take advantage of the water toys. My only con is that some of the beds were too firm - like sleeping on the floor. It won't keep me from coming back to this house. Thank you Frank for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy D.

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

Great get away house

House was well kept and stocked. Plenty of space for 6 adult family members. Quiet neighborhood. Very comfortable. Would be great place for larger group with children.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia J.

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

Wow!!!

This property is an architectural marvel. I was amazed at the creativity involved at expanding this house into a phenomenal river front property. If you have the opportunity, awake for a beautiful sunrise behind the river. The view from the large back porch or the dock watching sunrise is wonderful. We spent a lot of time gathering together as a family in the kitchen (with a table for 10 plus 6 more at the kitchen peninsula) or on the back patio enjoying the ambience. Because the house was updated/redone in the last few years it was clean and just awesome. The master bedroom and crow's nest are really spectacular. Much better than shown in the photos. This isn't your typical VRBO property but a true gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maggie S.

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

River House

We had a really great stay at River House. The house was extremely well appointed for our gang of 12-14 (two friends stayed nearby so they could bring their doggies but they ate and visited with us lots). Our group of 5 families has been renting houses together for more than 10 years and this was by far the best laid out kitchen and living space. Kitchen had everything we needed including a huge frig and freezer and loads of kitchen gadgets that even our chef dad was happy about. Between the huge dining table and bar, all 14 of us easily sat down to eat together and we all piled into the living room for games, or out on the beach for a campfire in the evenings. Our ocean kids were a little wary of river water and did not do too much swimming except at the pool, and day trips were just to far so we stayed put. The kids may have been a little bored but when we could get them all out on the kayaks and water craft provided by the house and boats we all brought everyone had a great time. The parents were very content to sit on the porch and watch the water and visit. Saw dolphins one evening, eagles and other great birds every day. Frank was super and answered questions promptly and thoroughly. Highly recommend for a quiet relaxing vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul J.

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

A great time was had by all

Stayed with a large group of multiple families with many children. Overall, a great property. House is roomy. The kitchen and dining area are huge, perfect for large groups. Never ran out of hot water. The deck, hot tub, and beach area were great (although the screened in porch has seen better days). The shower on the pier was very helpful. The closeness of the beach was a plus. Kids played in the water all day. Note that you'll need swim shoes, the beach is quite rocky, but the owner provides plenty of adult swim shoes in the garage (you'll need to bring your own for the younger kiddos). Kayaks and paddle boards were nice as well. The fishing was good, and we even caught 6 crabs. The dishwasher and microwave broke during our stay, but the owner provided a replacement the very next day. Owner was friendly and very responsive, both prior to and during our stay. A Food Lion is 15 minutes away, which was great for our 2-week trip. We also had a wonderful surprise of a fireworks show from the property a few houses over, a long (30 minutes+) one that was one of the best fireworks shows we had ever seen. Not sure who they were or why they did it, but it was a treat on the Saturday before the Fourth. Minor quibbles... the bathroom attached to the master bedroom on the main floor was not updated like the rest of the house. The neighbors on both sides had very loud dogs. None of these should deter anyone from staying here. Book with confidence.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyn J.

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

Family celebration

Home is beautiful and very peaceful. Plenty of room for everyone to have their space. Really enjoyed the big kitchen for us all to gather.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Northern Neck

Great property on the water with plenty of room, and fantastic decor. Easy to find and isolated from the hustle and bustle so a quiet getaway. Weather didn’t cooperate, but plenty of ways to enjoy some down time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Frank Brennan

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I am a local Business owner in Northern VA that loves the water and boating.
We love hosting our beautiful home with families so they can experience this Hidden Gem in Montross VA!

Why they chose this property

The Beach & River Retreat is the premiere rental in the Northerner Neck of VA!
You just cannot find another property that gives you all the amenities that this one does.
Golf, fishing, biking, kayaking, fires on the beach, a Crows nest with indoor and out door seating over 50 feet high above the shore line!, beautiful Community pool and tennis courts just a quick bike ride away, 2 boat ramps to launch your jet-ski or boat, unique local restaurants on the water, several Wineries in the area, charter fishing trips available, This house has over 75 Five Star reviews over several different booking platforms. You just will not find a bad review on this property.

What makes this property unique

Glebe Harbor and this home is one of the best places to stay for a laid back relaxing family Vacation. With the private sand beach, hot tub on the deck to enjoy Sunrises and Sunsets you will want to keep coming back year after year!

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