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Quiet Riverfront House with Private Sandy Beach. Close to Colonial Williamsburg.

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A covered porch with large windows, a ceiling fan, and a view of a grassy area and trees.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, a coffee maker, and a window with blinds.
A room with three large windows, a wooden ceiling, and a view of a grassy area with a bench and trees.
A two-story house with a large front lawn, a picnic table, and a covered patio area.
A kitchen with a marble countertop, wooden bar stools, a bench, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Porch or lanai
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Hayes, VA
  • Place, Cuba Island
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, York River Crossing
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Jordan Marina
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2 - Upstairs Queen

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 - Double with Single Bunk

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4 - Single Trundle Bed

1 Single Bunk Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon

Downstairs Master

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Full Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Upstairs Full Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Half Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quiet Riverfront House with Private Sandy Beach. Close to Colonial Williamsburg.

Welcome to your wonderful waterfront retreat at the Getaway River House and escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life as you arrive at this hidden gem on the York River! Nestled just a stone's throw away from the historic charm of Williamsburg and Yorktown, this serene sanctuary offers the perfect blend of convenience and tranquility. With accommodations for 10, the Getaway is an ideal location for cozy to large families or multi-family vacations.
Step onto your private white sand beach, where you can enjoy swimming, fishing, crabbing, birdwatching, and kayaking or paddleboarding. The warm sand beckons you to unwind and soak up the sun's warm embrace while relaxing with a good book. Immerse yourself in river life and take advantage of the crabbing, fishing, canoeing, and kayaking right at your doorstep. Guests will find beach chairs, a canoe, life jackets, and miscellaneous beach equipment like noodles, rafts, etc. for their use during their stay at the Getaway.
For a day of adventure explore the surrounding area with a trip to historic Yorktown just over the bridge (4 miles), cruise the scenic Colonial Parkway to Colonial Williamsburg and Jamestown (18.2 miles), spend the day at Busch Gardens (17 miles) or get in a round or 2 of golf at one of the many gorgeous courses the area has to offer!
Whip up delicious meals in the beautiful large renovated full kitchen, equipped with all the essentials including double ovens, refrigerator, ice maker, dishwasher, and microwave. Plenty of room to work and plenty pf cookware and kitchen gadgets including a drip coffee maker and a Keurig, a blender, a griddle, and lots of little extra kitchen gadgets. Enjoy your culinary creations in the dining area, step out onto the sun porch, or enjoy the outdoor table and glider all offering picturesque views of the river for an alfresco dining experience you won’t soon forget. If you’re looking to grill out a charcoal grill is available too. We include some basic staples to get you started including some paper products, some dish soap, and of course fresh linens for the beds and bath towels.
Traditionally available for weekly rentals, we also offer flexible arrangements for weekend getaways or split-week stays, perfect for accommodating your family or friends visiting from out of town. Why settle for the ordinary when you can experience the extraordinary at the Getaway River House with Private Beach?

The Getaway is a large free-standing home on about an acre lot. Originally built in 1950, so it is not brand new and has some interesting quirks and some transitions between rooms with a small step. The primary bedroom does have a private bath and walk-in shower and a jetted double tub, but both have steps to access them. We have a couple of caretakers who live nearby to take care of the grass and provide assistance should any emergency pop up that needs immediate attention. Book your escape today and make memories to last a lifetime.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 315447vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

Hayes

Located in Hayes, this holiday home is on the beach. Some of the area's popular attractions include Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA. Travelling with kids? Consider On-The-Hill Cultural Arts Center and Hampton Roads Harley-Davidson. 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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Hayes, VA

What's nearby

  • Cuba Island - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Gloucester County Public Library - 5 min drive - 7.2 km
  • York River Crossing - 6 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Jordan Marina - 6 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Gloucester Point Beach Park - 8 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Williamsburg Transportation Center - 32 min drive
  • Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Kitchen, from the Virginia Beer Co. - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪York River Oyster Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Yorktown Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Office Bar & Grille - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet Riverfront House with Private Sandy Beach. Close to Colonial Williamsburg. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Quiet Riverfront House with Private Sandy Beach. Close to Colonial Williamsburg.?

As of 25 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quiet Riverfront House with Private Sandy Beach. Close to Colonial Williamsburg. on 10 Oct 2026 start from £1,012, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Quiet Riverfront House with Private Sandy Beach. Close to Colonial Williamsburg.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quiet Riverfront House with Private Sandy Beach. Close to Colonial Williamsburg.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet Riverfront House with Private Sandy Beach. Close to Colonial Williamsburg.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quiet Riverfront House with Private Sandy Beach. Close to Colonial Williamsburg. located?

This Hayes holiday home is on the beach, 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Cuba Island, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Crown Pointe Marina and Jordan Marina. York River Yacht Club and York Shores Neighborhood Park and Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 143 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This beach “Getaway” was wonderful. Clean, well kept home, LOTS of space for large gatherings (families). We had a wonderful time, at the private beach, we did not need it, but there is also a boat launch. Really great beach getaway!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views were amazing. The kitchen was well stocked. The only thing I will say is that we tried to get in the garage to grab the grill and we had to call the owner to find out how to get in. The welcome packet did not include how to get in the garage.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We want to sincerely thank you for sharing your beautiful place with us. Everyone felt comfortable and truly at home. We really appreciated all the amenities and thoughtful touches you provided, which made our stay even more homy.We truly hope and pray that we'll have the opportunity to stay at your wonderful place again in the future. It was a memorable experience, and we would be happy to recommend it to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a beautiful scenic property. Kids all loved the York River! Made for nice family photos. The host okayed my friend being there to visit my family and I, as she is from the area, one of the main reasons for my stay. Brian the gentelman who lived in the apartment next door was kind and helpful and gave us information about the York River. Lucy his dog was also very friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were satisfied and had a great time
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home and property were absolutely perfect for our family! The location is optimal for a vacation combo of education and beach, we enjoyed both!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place, beautiful location, beach was great.Great Kitchen roomy and well stocked.Would stay here again. Neighbors were friendly and great.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you're looking for a big, quirky house, with a beautiful yard and a small sandy beach, this place is for you. The listing was 100% spot on! Arrival WAS a bit tricky (gps had us take a turn too early), host let us know about it with welcome instructions. My kids are on the older side, but they still thought the setup of the house was fun. Plenty of room for all. Only downside, AS STATED, was that you had to go through one of 2 bedrooms upstairs to get to the 3 bedroom and bonus area with futon. Again, not a surprise, so no big deal for us. Large kitchen, plenty of room for meals and game nights. The backyard was perfect for volleyball and badminton. While there was a lot of seaweed washed up on the beach, there was a nice little area the water didn't hit that was great for tanning, or reading. The neighbor that lives in the house beside was super nice and very helpful, with tips about the area. Funny enough, I think one of the best things about the stay was that the towels provided were a dark blue- not hotel white lol!! While this might not be a house that fits everyones style, it was just right for me and my crazy family!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property! Very spacious with an amazing view! Clean, in a great location, friendly neighbors!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Weekend Getaway

We had a great family getaway. We especially loved the screened in front porch, private beach, and the generosity of the hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

We all - seniors to toddlers - enjoyed our stay here! Wonderful to be on the river, and also convenient to Williamsburg!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great views and wonderful location

We had a wonderful time .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was quiet and nice. Unfortunately, the kitchen Oven did not work or even turn on. It would have been nice if there were dishwasher tabs to run the dishwasher.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. The place was as expected. Clean and comfortable and very spacious.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for a Colonial Weekend!

Great location for a weekend spent at Jamestown, Colonial Williamsburg and Busch Gardens! Awesome that we got to use the canoe! Also, really nice kitchen!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr 2025
Hi Jason, Thank you for choosing The Getaway for your recent trip to the Historic Triangle! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and were able to use the canoe! Hope to see you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice relaxing place

We really enjoyed the house - great location, peaceful to be on the water and convenient to attractions. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2022
Thanks I am so glad you enjoyed it. Greg
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Vacation

Very nice home. Only issues were the ants in the kitchen. Had plenty of room for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun 2025
Hi Lori, Thank you so much for your kind words and for staying with us! We're so glad to hear the home had plenty of space for your family and that you enjoyed your time overall. We truly appreciate you letting us know about the ants in the kitchen, it's helpful feedback. While we do have regular pest control in place, sometimes a few determined visitors still manage to sneak in, especially during warmer months. We've already alerted our team so they can take care of it promptly.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice location

Needs a good cleaning and updating, nice location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2021
Than you. Glad you enjoyed it. It s officially the end of the season and we will have a deep cleaning done in the weeks to come and then again at the start of the season. We have also ordered some new furniture. Thanks Greg
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We enjoyed the house and yard! We also enjoyed the neighbors pier to fish from!

Great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2022
Thanks, So glad yo had a good time. Greg
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

The house had many interesting nooks that the kids loved exploring. Lots of room for everyone to relax. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2022
So glad you all had a good time. Thanks
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family weekend together

Excellent place to enjoy 4 generations of my family. Plenty of space to play with my grandkids outside and games to enjoy on the inside. Very quiet neighborhood and plenty of privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place to stay!

My group had so much fun with the private beach! The canoe was such a great amenity along with the ping pong table. Would definitely say to make sure you bring your own toilet paper and paper towels etc, but other than that had a fabulous stay in an absolutely beautiful area. Would recommend this vacation to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Girls getaway

Nice big house. Friendly neighbors.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very well kept home, very clean. We went prepared with cleaning products, trash bags, tissue paper etc. they had everything there. When placing grocery orders for delivery the drivers went to the next street over so have your phone to help them get back to you have them take 2 rights and they will be at the house. we loved the peace and quiet that the property gave. The space was perfect for all of us. Had everything you need to cook. We took a crockpot and made meals in them as we were right at the beach. The kids loved the beach all day and at night they watched the moon. Neighbors were very friendly and accepting of the people coming in. Very quiet and relaxing!!! We are waiting to book again for next year! About 25 mins to Busch Gardens and about an 1hr and 20 to Virginia Beach. By boat about 1 hr. We totally loved the community beach its very private, we were down there by ourselves. Which is very enjoyable when traveling with kids. My 4 yr and 7 m old grandkids enjoyed it. Did not have to worry about where they are in a crowd of people at a very busy beach. Can't wait til next year!!! We are already counting down our days!!! Thank you very much to Greg he is wonderful to work with!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Greg Granger

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I was born and raised in Williamsburg, Virginia. Married my beautiful wife Lisa and we have three great kids who enjoy canoeing & kayaking on the river.

Why they chose this property

I chose to buy this vacation home because of its proximity to Williamsburg. It is close enough for a quick drive and just far enough to feel like you are really getting away. Growing up in Williamsburg we often traveled to Virginia Beach or the Outer Banks of North Carolina for vacation. Now a lovely drive on the Colonial Parkway over the Coleman Bridge and we are there without the headache of a long traffic filled road trip.

What makes this property unique

The Getaway has it all - water sports, a relaxing private sandy beach, and is convenient to Colonial Williamsburg, Busch Gardens, Yorktown, and more. With accommodations for 10, there is room to spread out.

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