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Waterfront Cottage w/ Private Pier & Beach ~ Lil' Paradise On The Potomac
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2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5139.4 sq m
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Explore the area
Colonial Beach, VA
- Colonial Beach Historical Society4 min drive
- Bayside Marina4 min drive
- Colonial Beach7 min drive
- Leonardtown, MD (LTW-St. Marys County)73 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Waterfront Cottage w/ Private Pier & Beach ~ Lil' Paradise On The Potomac
2025 Update: Thank you to all our guests for sharing their wonderful feedback over the years! We are proud of our 70+ ~10-star ratings and look forward to welcoming new and return guests this year! You can read guest reviews on our old page here:https://www.vrbo.com/1998972
All return guests will continue to receive a 10% discount on their booking.
Thank you for considering Lil' Paradise on the Potomac! Click "Check Availability" to get started and book your stay.
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Escape to a peaceful waterfront getaway on the Potomac River at Lil’ Paradise on the Potomac! Enjoy this unique river beach cottage with a private pier and beach in the lovely town of Colonial Beach, Virginia--only ~90 minutes from DC/Northern Virginia and 1 hour from Richmond!
A Few Ideas for Your Getaway:
- Enjoy a blissful sunrise overlooking the river from the comfort of your master bedroom and private balcony before heading down to the cozy sunroom, front deck or private pier to sip your morning coffee or tea.
- Listen to the sound of the lapping waves and maybe do some yoga on the pier to start your day.
- Go fishing off the pier and do some birdwatching. You'll see ospreys, eagles and other birds roam throughout this National Bird Sanctuary.
- Prepare a meal in your large, fully stocked eat-in gourmet kitchen with updated top-end appliances… Or, use the Weber Grill under the covered porch before playing some games in the gated backyard (cornhole boards and bags provided!).
- Rent a bike or golf cart or take a short walk to the sandy beaches of Colonial Beach and discover all this quaint, laid-back river beach town has to offer--including two tiki bars, live music, coffee shops, a brewery, farmers market, local seafood vendors, restaurants, and so much more.
- At night, relax by the fire pit out front and roast some marshmallows with your friends and family.
- Telecommuting? Why not work from the waterfront? :)
We hope you'll kick back, relax and enjoy a Lil’ Paradise on the Potomac!
About the Space and Accommodations:
We offer accommodations up to 5 guests, with flexibility for additional guests (please reach out with any requests):
- Fully updated home on the Potomac River with a private pier and beach.
- Dogs okay with owner approval; $50 pet fee will be applied.
- 2 Bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, including 1 full bathroom upstairs with a tub shower combo and 1 half bathroom downstairs.
- The large master bedroom has a king bed, SmartTV, and private front porch/balcony overlooking the river, pier, and the beautiful sunrises/sunsets.
- The 2nd bedroom is also large with a queen bed and a desk for your convenience.
- Beautiful renovated kitchen with quartz counters, a very large island, gas range, Kitchen Aid mixer, and double ovens. Brand new LG washer and dryer (2025).
- The beautiful, enclosed sunroom is a wonderful spot to take in the sunrise or watch the birds and boats on the river.
- The living room includes a SmartTV and several board games/puzzles.
- Fire pit in the front yard with a waterfront view; Covered patio and gas grill in the backyard.
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Discover Colonial Beach, Virginia’s second-largest sandy beach--only 90 mins from DC/Northern Virginia 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 Virginia and a finalist for Nicest Places in America by Reader’s Digest.
- Official Colonial Beach Tourism page: https://visitcbva.com
- Alexandria Living Magazine feature story on Colonial Beach: https://alexandrialivingmagazine.com/travel/colonial-beach-virginia/
All return guests will continue to receive a 10% discount on their booking.
Thank you for considering Lil' Paradise on the Potomac! Click "Check Availability" to get started and book your stay.
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Escape to a peaceful waterfront getaway on the Potomac River at Lil’ Paradise on the Potomac! Enjoy this unique river beach cottage with a private pier and beach in the lovely town of Colonial Beach, Virginia--only ~90 minutes from DC/Northern Virginia and 1 hour from Richmond!
A Few Ideas for Your Getaway:
- Enjoy a blissful sunrise overlooking the river from the comfort of your master bedroom and private balcony before heading down to the cozy sunroom, front deck or private pier to sip your morning coffee or tea.
- Listen to the sound of the lapping waves and maybe do some yoga on the pier to start your day.
- Go fishing off the pier and do some birdwatching. You'll see ospreys, eagles and other birds roam throughout this National Bird Sanctuary.
- Prepare a meal in your large, fully stocked eat-in gourmet kitchen with updated top-end appliances… Or, use the Weber Grill under the covered porch before playing some games in the gated backyard (cornhole boards and bags provided!).
- Rent a bike or golf cart or take a short walk to the sandy beaches of Colonial Beach and discover all this quaint, laid-back river beach town has to offer--including two tiki bars, live music, coffee shops, a brewery, farmers market, local seafood vendors, restaurants, and so much more.
- At night, relax by the fire pit out front and roast some marshmallows with your friends and family.
- Telecommuting? Why not work from the waterfront? :)
We hope you'll kick back, relax and enjoy a Lil’ Paradise on the Potomac!
About the Space and Accommodations:
We offer accommodations up to 5 guests, with flexibility for additional guests (please reach out with any requests):
- Fully updated home on the Potomac River with a private pier and beach.
- Dogs okay with owner approval; $50 pet fee will be applied.
- 2 Bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, including 1 full bathroom upstairs with a tub shower combo and 1 half bathroom downstairs.
- The large master bedroom has a king bed, SmartTV, and private front porch/balcony overlooking the river, pier, and the beautiful sunrises/sunsets.
- The 2nd bedroom is also large with a queen bed and a desk for your convenience.
- Beautiful renovated kitchen with quartz counters, a very large island, gas range, Kitchen Aid mixer, and double ovens. Brand new LG washer and dryer (2025).
- The beautiful, enclosed sunroom is a wonderful spot to take in the sunrise or watch the birds and boats on the river.
- The living room includes a SmartTV and several board games/puzzles.
- Fire pit in the front yard with a waterfront view; Covered patio and gas grill in the backyard.
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Discover Colonial Beach, Virginia’s second-largest sandy beach--only 90 mins from DC/Northern Virginia 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 Virginia and a finalist for Nicest Places in America by Reader’s Digest.
- Official Colonial Beach Tourism page: https://visitcbva.com
- Alexandria Living Magazine feature story on Colonial Beach: https://alexandrialivingmagazine.com/travel/colonial-beach-virginia/
Property manager
Dan and Lauren Paladino
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Must have parent present on Pier at all times
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Subject to approval; Additional pet fee applies
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
Colonial Beach
Located in Colonial Beach, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Colonial Beach Historical Society and George Washington Birthplace National Monument are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bayside Marina and Ingleside Vineyards. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Maryland International Raceway or Budds Motorcross Speedway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Colonial Beach, VA
What's nearby
- Colonial Beach Historical Society - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
- James Monroe Birthplace - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
- Bayside Marina - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
- Monrovia - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
- Colonial Beach - 7 min drive - 3.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Dockside Restaurant - 8 min drive
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Wilkerson's Seafood Restaurant - 4 min drive
- Bobby K's Roadside Cafe - 11 min drive
- Riverboat on the Potomac - 4 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Dan and Lauren Paladino

We are a travel-loving, adventurous family of four and enjoy spending hours on our pier fishing, paddleboarding, and enjoying time together. We have owned and hosted this wonderful waterfront cottage since 2021, and are excited to share our favorite place with you. Thank you for considering us for your visit to Colonial Beach!
Why they chose this property
We fell in love with the laid-back, river beach community of Colonial Beach - a little town with a lot of character. From the many local festivals, the friendly locals, the fun sandy beach (and beach bar), local shops and restaurants, there is so much to explore and enjoy while you relax. We love seeing eagles and ospreys, looking out over the river, and visiting parks and wineries nearby.
What makes this property unique
Our cottage has a beautiful view of the Potomac River with spectacular sunrises which you can enjoy from the master bedroom balcony, the front porch, the sunroom and the private pier. There is also a long stretch of private shore next to the pier which is great for kids and adults alike to explore all the river rocks. Whether you love fishing, crabbing, yoga, or just relaxing with a drink in your hand on the pier, you will quickly see what makes this place special. Inside, we have a great kitchen - it will be one of the wonderful places where you'll choose to spend time together. Also, the sunroom is great for just relaxing and catching up on some reading - our kids always make this "their" space. The backyard offers a fenced in area with a patio, picnic table, grill, cornhole and space for parking.
Languages:
English
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