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The River House Getaway! Come Relax and Enjoy!

Family-friendly vacation home in Gloucester

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Front left of house with a foot washing station:)
Family room
New windows:) 2016
Family room
Family room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Gloucester, VA
  • Place, Thousand Trails Dog Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Thousand Trails Beach Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Riverside Walter Reed Hospital
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The River House Getaway! Come Relax and Enjoy!

What a wonderful property located at This non smoking property is an all brick ranch located across the street from the Piankatank River with super views as well as access to a small sandy beach. The River House is 2000 sf and can accomodate up to 8 guests. Enjoy the Canoe, play some ping pong, relax in the sun room, go fishing, or just do nothing at all! Bedroom number 1 has a queen size, Bedroom number 2 has a Full and a set of Bunk Beds, Bedroom 3 is the Master with a Queen and private full bath. The Kitchen has all Cherry cabinets and stainless steel appliances. The River House has central heat and air as well as brand new double hung windows. The Dining area has an awesome view of the river with a bay window that can let in River Breezes!
Don't Forget about the best room in the house on the end...The Sunroom; ideal for relaxing, watching a movie, or taking a nap!

Easy access to America's historical triangle of Yorktown, Williamsburg, and Jamestown. Duke of Gloucester Street (featuring the Williamsburg Taverns - King's Arms; Christiana Campbell's and Shields Taverns) 58 min. Yorktown (Riverwalk Resturant is our favorite there) 36 min; Urbana (Urbana Oyster Festival is Nov 2-3, 2012) 34 min; Gwynn's Island (Gwynn's Island Festival June 28-29, 2013) 24 min; Deltaville (Cocomo's Resturant) 22 minutes; Mathews Courthouse (Mathews Market Days Sept 7-8, 2012) 20 min; Our favorite pottery is The Poddery (Owned and operated by Robert and Karen Podd) in Foster 14 min; Gloucester Courthouse (Daffodil Festival April 6-7, 2013) 20 min. Holly Hill Antiques on Route 14 - 11 minutes; Mathews Courthouse has a farmer's market on Main Street each Saturday morning. Favorite grocery store - Food Lion in Mathews Courthouse. Favorite fresh vegetables -Ware Neck Produce in Gloucester Courthouse. Wines come from Kelsick Specialty Market in Gloucester CH (they'll also order any wine you want). ABC stores in Gloucester CH, Mathews CH and Deltaville. Best fried seafood is Seabreeze on Gwynn's Island. Closest pizza - Stan Strings - Cobbs Creek 10 min. We also love the Crazy Crab Resturant in Reedville (1 hour).
They just opened a BREWERY on Main Street Gloucester court house!! Hooray!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 2:00 PM
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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
Smoke outside only
Leave it like you found it:) LATE CHECK OUT 2PM to allow for washing of the linens you may have used! NO SMOKING in the HOUSE!
Bring the Trash Can to the Street near driveway Sunday evening!
Don't leave any personal beach stuff across the street overnight. Be mindful of the neighbor who lives across the street!

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Property # 574812

About the neighborhood

Gloucester

Located in Gloucester, this vacation home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Gloucester Golf Club and Piankatank River Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Main Street Center and Walter Reed Plaza. Traveling with kids? Consider Deltaville Maritime Museum and Steamboat Era Museum. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gloucester, VA

What's nearby

  • Thousand Trails Dog Park - 15 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Thousand Trails Beach Park - 16 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Beaverdam Park - 18 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Riverside Walter Reed Hospital - 21 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Deltaville Marina - 24 min drive - 29.4 km

Getting around

  • Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zoll Vineyards - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪bankok noi - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Table at Wilton - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Merroir - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪The Pilot House Restaurant - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The River House Getaway! Come Relax and Enjoy! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The River House Getaway! Come Relax and Enjoy!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The River House Getaway! Come Relax and Enjoy!?

Check-out is at 2:00 PM.

Where is The River House Getaway! Come Relax and Enjoy! located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Thousand Trails Dog Park, Thousand Trails Beach Park, and Beaverdam Park. Main Street Center and Walter Reed Plaza are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 146 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shaleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views, easy check in and out, and cleanliness.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vintage property, very clean and spacious. The property exceeded my expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house had everything we needed. Very quiet and peaceful neighborhood. The house was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was very clean. Nice linens. Lots of furniture. Nice views of river.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is everything mentioned in the posting. The home was immaculate, and the Host was extremely helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel N.

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

Hidden gem in a secluded part of VA

This was the perfect home for our family who was visiting Deltaville for a memorial service for our grandfather. Everything was great and the house was clean and well appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Lovely Stay

We were in the area for the Tour de Chesapeake in Mathews, and this house was just a short drive away. The description is spot on. The house is large with plenty of space for guests to spread out if needed. The interior of the home was super clean and well stocked. There are ample linens, towels and kitchenware, and there are a number of games. We really enjoyed playing ping pong and looking out the window at the water. The place is very private and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

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

Great home!

We very much enjoyed our stay! Would definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrick D.

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

Another great stay

Love staying here - in the same neighborhood as our family river house so it’s a great resource for extended family to be just a mile away. Love the proximity and amenities!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

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

Great Weekend Get Away

We had a great time and the house was very clean in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

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

Relaxing

Nice weekend getaway with lots of nearby dining and things to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Wonderful stay

We had a wonderful time canoeing/kayaking, fishing, biking, and hanging out. The beds were comfortable and the home was clean. 100% recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen A.

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

Great experience

We enjoyed the spacious and clean house, the beautiful location, and the proximity to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Becky P.

Nice location for getaway

We loved the ping pong table! We had a rainy weekend so the house was nice to relax in.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Lisabeth S.

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

Family Wedding

Absolutely wonderful layout for family. The space is very open and inviting. House supplied nicely with linens, kitchen supplies etc. Very nice water access for kayak or canoe. Can't wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie P.

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

Excellent

The place was very clean! We enjoyed the stay. We did several parks close by, Water Country and Busch Gardens. I definitely would recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

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

Great Getaway

The River House Getaway is a fantastic location with beautiful views of the Piankatank river and lots of space. The house was clean, stocked with towels and linens and kitchen cookware we needed. The hosts were great to work with! We really enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

DeAnn M.

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

Perfect for a Williamsburg getaway

The place was perfect for us. It was close enough to the theme parks while far enough away from the main tourist areas to experience some local flair. I loved sitting on the side porch in the evening and listening to the frogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie M.

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

Family getaway

This was a great place to meet up with family to enjoy a few days together. The house was well stocked with what we needed to just visit and be together. A very remote area but not a difficult drive to sight see and find things to do in Yorktown, Jamestown, VA Beach and Williamsburg.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

WENDY K.

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

Our short stay

We came to Gloucester to help a friend out- and a few of us went to the quilt show in Hampton. House was perfect size for 6 adults to stay. Waking up seeing the river was a great start for the day. House was clean and as advertised. We will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn E.

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

Girls weekend

It was a great house, had plenty of room for the four of us. We enjoyed the large kitchen with plenty of room to move around. We had our best weekend in years of taking girls weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melody M.

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

Vacation

We had a great time. After coming back from activities we would play family games and the kids would watch movies.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anita R.

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

Wedding

We stayed here and helped out a friend that got married on Gwynns Island. Accommodations were everything we needed and more. Liked the location in a quiet neighborhood. There were 3 couples and we had plenty of room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Denise B.

The house is really clean and spacious. The river is right across the street and was clean as well.

We loved the proximity to the private beach. The neighbors are super nice and helpful. The house had everything we needed. We brought our own kayak and paddle board and definitely got good use of them on the river as it isn't too crowded with bigger boats.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tonya R.

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

Nice house with lots of room

This is a very nice house with a lot of room. We enjoyed the tiny beach area across the street. Unfortunately there was a lot of jellyfish so no swimming. The only thing that was a little weird was the abandoned house right behind us with 4 strathehouse with 4 stray cats.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Gary Ornoff

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Gary and Christine Ornoff

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this house on a new years day drive in 2006! We thought we were going to see a small home in need of repair but instead we saw a wonderful place that has a personality all its own! Something about being away from the City lights really can do wonders for the soul! We have enjoyed the River House for several years now and hope you find it as relaxing as our family does!

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