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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Colonial Beach, VA
  • Place, Monrovia
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, James Monroe Birthplace
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Ingleside Vineyards
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Placid Bay Cottage

Wake up to your peaceful oasis with private water views full of natural wildlife. You will love the open floor plan with a chef's kitchen stocked with the essentials.
Enjoy the expansive outdoor space complete with Patio, Pergola, Fire Pit, and large deck with outdoor kitchen. Walk down to the 28ft foot dock where you can fish, relax in the sun or take the paddle boat or Kayak for a boat ride..

Only an hour and a half from DC!!!

The space
Both bedrooms have a sitting area equipped with 6o inch tvs to enjoy in privacy
Living room has a 86 inch tv with surround sound
Sofa is luxury leather that reclines
To relax
Dining are seats up to 6 pp with an island to include 4pp
Also a high chair for infants

Outdoor Seating in front with Pergola seats up to 8 pp

Front porch has seating as well

Lots of parking for guests to bring
A RV or boat

Access to Placid Bay Association
Where you can dock your boat and take a trip out to the Chesapeake Bay

Key and instructions upon request

Colonial Beach is 5.6 miles away and
Ingleside Winery 4 miles from house
Other things to note
Life jackets are supplied and kept in storage on the dock
Swimming supplies, chairs , fishing rod
are kept in the She Shed

Please be sure to return all items and
Put kayak back on rack with paddles

Pllease be sure to tie up paddle boat and secure to dock and put cover on

Echo dot
Internet
Outdoor speaker

Ready for your enjoyment

Extra towels and bedding are located in both closets as well as beach towels

Hair dryers located in both bathrooms in the vanity drawer

There are note cards throughput the home to instruct you how to use the amenities

Have fun!!!
Relax!!!

Carmen
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Colonial Beach

Located in Colonial Beach, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge and Westmoreland State Park, while George Washington Birthplace National Monument and Colonial Beach Historical Society are cultural highlights. Kayaking, motor boating, and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Colonial Beach, VA

What's nearby

  • Monrovia - 10 min drive - 11.1 km
  • James Monroe Birthplace - 10 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Ingleside Vineyards - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • George Washington Birthplace National Monument - 12 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Colonial Beach - 14 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dockside Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Los Hermanos - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wilkerson's Seafood Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Placid Bay Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Placid Bay Cottage?

As of May 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Placid Bay Cottage on Aug 8, 2026 start from $266, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Placid Bay Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Placid Bay Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Placid Bay Cottage located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Ingleside Vineyards, Monrovia, and James Monroe Birthplace. Colonial Beach and Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rich L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped kitchen. Nice view of lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our third time staying at Carmen's place. We love everything about it - huge and well stocked kitchen, comfortable bed, large deck overlooking the water...Carmen is a very communicative and generous host.We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim N.

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

Well thought out design/accessories.

Everything was set up very nice!We can't think of anything you could do for a better stay!Jim
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron S.

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

Very Vlean and Very Well Equipped

Excellent cleanliness, very comfortable, and perhaps the best equipped kitchen of all the places I have stayed the past ten years!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

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

Wonderful, well-stocked peaceful waterfront house

We were looking for a quiet weekend away and Carmen's place was just what we needed. There are many indoor and outdoor spaces with views of the "lake" (looks sort of like a canal). The place was spotless and was the most well-stocked rental I have ever stayed in, with lots of choices for coffee, hot drinks, and soda. It is about a 10 minute ride to town and we enjoyed the house so much that several times we got take out or groceries so we could eat at "home" instead. Carmen was great with communication. A+, 5 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana R.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

About the host

Hosted by carmen

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I’m a Professional Real Estate and Property Manager for over 20 years
I give guests new and fresh, I understand how expensive it is to travel and it’s all there to enjoy

Why they chose this property

The Northern Neck is quiet and this home is located in a Bird Sanctuary. It’s fresh water and no worries of jelly fish. You can access the bay easily from the Association Dock.

What makes this property unique

It’s a luxurious but warm home, I make sure everything is clean and disinfected. The kitchen is Gourmet and well stocked. Comfortable bedding and a tv in every room. The outdoor space has another kitchen and firepit
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