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250 steps to beach & 4 blocks to boardwalk! Early/late in & out is standard!

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Just one house back from the river!
L&B
Screened in front porch.  Favorite morning coffee spot!
Welcome to L&B!
Living room.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6164 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Colonial Beach, VA
  • Colonial Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Colonial Beach Historical Society
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Bayside Marina
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Leonardtown, MD (LTW-St. Marys County)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

250 steps to beach & 4 blocks to boardwalk! Early/late in & out is standard!

Early check-in (noon) and late check-out (3pm) is STANDARD! Enjoy more full days of your beach stay!

Welcome to L’eau & Behold (L&B), your Colonial Beach oasis. Just 250 steps to the beach and a 5-minute walk to the boardwalk. L&B is just a short walk, or golf cart ride, to distinctive restaurants, quaint shops, fun bars with live music, grocery stores, and more! L&B is located on a quiet street and includes all of the comfort amenities for a perfect getaway to include multiple seating and gathering areas, two screened-in porches, ample parking, and fenced-in back yard with grill and fire pit. Activities to enhance your stay are provided to include DVDs, games for all ages, beach supplies (chairs, umbrella, and toys), and infant/toddler accessories (high chair, dining booster seat, pack-n-play, and single umbrella stroller).

As you're arrive at the charming farmhouse style cottage, you will find ample parking for 3 or 4 cars. You will be greeted by the cozy screened-in front porch with rocking chairs and porch swing. This spot will quickly become your favorite morning spot to enjoy a quiet cup of coffee, watch the sun rise, or hear the lapping of the river.

Upon entering the house, you arrive at the large front room with additional seating area and full downstairs bathroom. This spacious area will be your spot for family games, or just to unwind after a day out.

Through the living room you enter into the combination kitchen / dining room. The kitchen will be your home away from home as it includes a full-sized refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, microwave, air fryer, and toaster oven. Depending on how you like to cook, you're covered! The kitchen is fully stocked with pots & pans, bakeware, plates & bowls, cooking utensils, silverware, etc. The kitchen also includes a coffee pot and k-cup machine to include coffee, filters, and sugar and non-dairy creamer. Additional supplies are included such as paper products, hand soap, cleaning wipes, dishwashing liquid, cooking spices, and basic cooking supplies limiting what you need to bring!

Off of the kitchen is the laundry room that includes a full-sized washer and dryer with all necessary supplies to do laundry while vacationing.

Beyond the kitchen is the sunroom. Should you need to do any work while on vacation, the sunroom includes a work station with desk, monitor, and printer. But unplug and relax in the sunroom and watch movies, DVDs, or shows on the 50" TV, and cozy up with the electric fireplace.

Off of the sunroom is the 2nd screened-in porch where you can enjoy breakfast, happy hour, dinner or just to relax after a day at the beach. The porch includes a table, chairs, a fun egg chair, and porch lights for evening enjoyment.

Through the side porch, you enter the fenced-in backyard, where you will find a charcoal grill, gas fire pit with chairs, outdoor umbrella, and storage tent that holds beach items for guests to use.

The upper level includes 3 bedrooms that can comfortably sleep up to six (queen, queen, and 2 XL twin beds), all with smart TVs, and a full bathroom. The home is equipped with WiFi, air conditioning units throughout, ceiling fans, and baseboard heating to accommodate a comfortable year-round vacation location.

Discover Colonial Beach – Virginia’s second-largest beach – Only 90 mins from DC/Northern VA and 1 hour from Richmond!
- Colonial Beach was named Best Virginia Beach in 2018 by USA Today
- In 2019, Colonial Beach was named the nicest place in VA and a finalist for Nicest Places in America by Readers Digest
- Official Colonial Beach Tourism page - https://visitcbva.com/
- Alexandria Living Magazine feature story on Colonial Beach VA - https://alexandrialivingmagazine.com/travel/colonial-beach-virginia/

Check-in time is noon and check out time is 3pm. Prime Season is from May through September. Ring doorbell onsite. The cleaning fee includes towels and linen services.

Property manager

Ginny Hoover

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Over the age of 3 included in max occupancy.
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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
Feel free to use whatever is provided but, please leave items when checking out so they are available for the next guests.
Events or gatherings of more than10 people 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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Colonial Beach

Located in Colonial Beach, this cottage is on a river. Bayside Marina and Ingleside Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Land's End Wildlife Management Area and Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Colonial Beach, VA

What's nearby

  • Colonial Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Colonial Beach Historical Society - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bayside Marina - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • James Monroe Birthplace - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Monrovia - 4 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dockside Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wilkerson's Seafood Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Captain John's Crab House - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Bobby K's Roadside Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 250 steps to beach & 4 blocks to boardwalk! Early/late in & out is standard! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 250 steps to beach & 4 blocks to boardwalk! Early/late in & out is standard! ?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 250 steps to beach & 4 blocks to boardwalk! Early/late in & out is standard! ?

Checkout is at 3:00 PM.

Where is 250 steps to beach & 4 blocks to boardwalk! Early/late in & out is standard! located?

This family-friendly Colonial Beach cottage is located on a river, within a 10-minute walk of Colonial Beach and Colonial Beach Historical Society. Potomac River and Bayside Marina are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vincent O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful House close to beach
Went there for a quiet weekend, close to beach, walked there. House was beautiful and clean, close to downtown. Wee worth a stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Race Weekend
Nice quiet spot to stay not terribly far from the racetrack (MIR).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 generations girls weekend
Nice quiet neighborhood close to the beach. We fished from the pier after dark Friday. Played Uno and Yahtzee before bed both nights. Enjoyed a sourdough class at the Community Center Saturday morning. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

LEON L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good place to stay
I was looking for a place to enjoy with my friends and family. this was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Retro Release V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful beach house!
Just an amazing time, very quick to reply at any time and beautiful location and house. Will be back :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daphne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Colonial Beach Bike Fest
We were in town for the bike week event. Weather was beautiful, our cottage was perfect. Loved the proximity to the beach and downtown area, very walkable. Can’t wait to come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miryam C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience
Ginny was wonderful and extremely helpful. The house was perfect for our needs, and we really enjoyed our time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bright and Airy for our Spring Break getaway
We had a fantastic spring break getaway in Colonial Beach! The house was clean, bright, and full of natural light — a truly welcoming space from the moment we arrived. The property manager was excellent, with perfect communication from booking to checkout, making everything seamless.The location couldn’t have been better — walking distance to everything we needed, including a great local Mexican spot and a delicious Thai place that we really enjoyed. My three teenage boys also loved the house and everything it had to offer, which isn’t always easy to accomplish!Everything about our stay was comfortable, easy, and exactly what we hoped for. We’d absolutely return and highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing and convenient stay in Colonial Beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM W M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
The house was very comfortable, had all the comforts of home. Kitchen was ready for cooking. I'm sorry we couldn't stay more than 2 nights. Very quiet at this time of year, perfect for riding bicycle on the streets.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy house for the family
I really appreciated the communication and thoughtfulness of the host! The location is perfect for exploring Colonial Beach. Bedrooms and living rooms were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cottage just steps from the water
We loved it here. The house was in a perfect location. Only 1/2 of a mile from the boardwalk. Quiet neighborhood. Friendly neighbors :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great long weekend at Colonial Beach
We had a great stay at L’eau & Behold in Colonial Beach! It is a great house with lots of original charm while being very comfortable. It is a short walk to the beach along the Potomac or into town for restaurants / breweries / coffee shops. Communication is extremely easy and a special celebration packet was even waiting for us because it was our daughter’s birthday. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
The house was clean, well equipped with everything a family would need!! At least my!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem!
Stayed here with my partner for the weekend and were very surprised with all the accommodations. Host made sure the house was stocked so that we could minimize what we brought with us. There were snacks, cooking supplies, movies, board games, you name it! She even left a little gift bag which was so sweet. Overall cleanliness was great. There were some kitchen items that needed to be rewatched but it wasn’t a big deal since everywhere else was fairly clean. Place is close to piers so I was able to go fishing. I came during off season but would def book again to enjoy the summer activities that Colonial has to offer!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

R J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best stay in Colonial Beach
This was our best stay in Colonial Beach so far! Ginny was a great host, making sure we got checked in and that everything was up to our standards. The house had plenty of room for the two of us. Would be great for two couples or a family with a few kids. The house was well equipped and had everything you could ever want! There are plenty of games, tvs, and space, including a nice screened in porch in the front and another in the back. The beds and bedding are super comfy. The best we’ve encountered in CB! Plenty of towels, and they were nice and plush. We will definitely rent again when we go back to Virginia to visit family! Thank you Ginny for everything!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful quite get away
This home and town left the BEST memories and we can not wait to visit again. Ginny was a message away with any questions and had everything available that we could have needed. I HIGHLY recommend this property for all. ALSO really recommend renting a golf cart from T & T they were fantastic and ginny had the perfect parking to sit on the back of the cart and look at tge views from the drive way.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in Colonial Beach
This house is quaint and comfortable. Location is great, close to the beach and to restaurants in town (just a quick golf cart ride away). The front porch is wonderful and people and neighbors walking by are friendly. Kitchen well stocked with all that you need to cook meals and we appreciated having shampoo, body wash plus spices and items like dishwasher pods, papertowels etc. This made packing so easy and our stay comfortable. All guests raved about the comfort of their beds and linens...very comfortable!!!! The house does not have central AC but you do not notice with ample window units and fans (it was very hot outside during our stay)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
good lighting and warm
like leaving the big city life clam and no city noise
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Ginny Hoover

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