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Highlights
Family fun awaits
Top-rated for families.
Beach equipment
A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Sleeps 8•5 bedrooms•5 beds
Popular amenities
Private pool
Hot tub on site
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Explore the area
Fredericksburg, VA
Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center
Place, Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center
23 min drive
Spotsylvania Towne Centre
Place, Spotsylvania Towne Centre
25 min drive
Central Park Fun Land
Place, Central Park Fun Land
26 min drive
Manassas, VA (MNZ-Manassas Regional)
Airport, Manassas, VA (MNZ-Manassas Regional)
57 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1: Poolside Paradise & Luxe Relaxation ✨
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2: The Ultimate Luxury Retreat: Private, Intimate, and Relaxing
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3: Serene Queen Suite to Retreat with Luxe Bath & Cozy Lounge nearby in upper foyer
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4 - King Bed Family with Private 4' granite top vanity, sink, dressing area and walk in closet
1 King Bed
Bedroom 5: Comfy Queen Bed & Private Vanity – Features a granite 4' sink & dressing area, with the option to connect to Bedroom 4 as a family suite or remain a private retreat.
1 Queen Bed
5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1 Secluded Spa Sanctuary – First Floor Ensuite
Bathroom 6: Main Level Powder Room – Style Meets Function
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
River Rock Villa -Secluded Luxury Resort Retreat - 4,000 Acres & River Trails
RIVER ROCK VILLA | A PRIVATE RESORT EXPERIENCE IN EVERY SEASON
Some places entertain.
Others help you reconnect.
**River Rock Villa is a private resort experience shaped by nature, designed for gathering, and created to be enjoyed in every season.**
Bordering more than 4,000 acres of protected land along the Rappahannock River, the villa occupies a rare setting—private and peaceful, yet close to historic Fredericksburg.
A wooded trail leads from the villa toward the river, where guests can hike, fish, swim, picnic, and explore.
With only a few homes and no public access through the property, River Rock offers something increasingly rare: **space to feel away from it all without actually being far away.**
At the villa, resort-style amenities meet the comfort, character, and privacy of an extraordinary private home.
A layered, terraced infinity pool with waterfalls. A raised hydrotherapy spa for year-round enjoyment. Expansive terraces above the treetops. A chef's kitchen designed for gathering. A hidden sandy-floor grotto with billiards. A home theater. Air hockey and foosball. A grand piano.
**Luxury and nature are not separate experiences here.**
**They exist side by side.**
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# THE FOUR SEASONS OF RIVER ROCK
River Rock Villa was shaped by the land.
And the land changes with the seasons
SPRING
Spring arrives with birdsong, awakening gardens, and woodland trails inviting exploration.
Blooms surround the circular drive. Iron sculptures emerge among the landscape. A hidden arbor opens toward the changing woods.
SUMMER
Summer belongs outdoors.
Long afternoons unfold at the pool. Fishing begins along the river. Meals stretch across the terrace. Children disappear into play while adults settle into conversation.
As daylight fades, fireflies dance through the trees.
AUTUMN
The surrounding woods turn color.
Crisp walks lead toward the river. Blankets appear on the porch. The outdoor fire becomes a gathering place for evenings beneath the stars.
WINTER
Winter turns River Rock inward.
Fireplaces glow. Holiday traditions unfold. Movie nights bring everyone together. The kitchen becomes the heart of the house.
Outside, the year-round hydrotherapy spa offers the simple pleasure of soaking beneath a canopy of stars.
**The experience changes with the landscape.**
There is no single best season at River Rock.
There is simply the season you choose—and the experience it reveals.
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THE RESORT EXPERIENCE
The heart of the outdoor experience is the **layered, terraced infinity pool**.
Its multi-level design creates natural places to swim, play, lounge, and gather while opening the property to the surrounding landscape.
The circular waterslide carries the fun from the upper pool to lagoon.
The raised hydrotherapy spa welcomes guests year round.
Open lawns invite spontaneous games. The wraparound porch offers a place to pause. A 10-foot swing welcomes adults and children, while a nearby hammock offers an invitation to slow down.
As evening arrives, landscape lighting illuminates the trees and poolside torches guide the pathways.
Gather around the outdoor fire, slip into the spa beneath the stars, linger on the porch, or simply listen to the sounds carried through the trees.
**Day or night. Summer or winter. Celebration or solitude.**
River Rock changes with you.
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THE HIDDEN GROTTO
Beneath the terrace is one of River Rock Villa's most unexpected spaces.
Inspired by the relaxed charm of a roadside retreat in Puerto Rico, the shaded grotto features hand-painted palm murals, a sandy floor, and three arched sliding glass doors framing the woodland beyond.
Sheltered from sun and rain, it still feels connected to the outdoors.
Children build sandcastles. Families gather around the picnic table. Friends settle into a game of billiards.
**Playful and peaceful, the grotto is distinctly River Rock.**
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INSIDE THE VILLA
A soaring 20-ft great room brings the outdoors into the heart of the home, framing views of the pool and surrounding landscape.
The villa was designed around a simple idea:
**Everyone can be together without everyone having to be together.**
Its circular flow allows guests to move naturally from one space to another, while multiple gathering areas create room for different rhythms throughout the day.
The five bedrooms are arranged as private retreats, each with direct access to its bathroom.
Entertainment takes many forms:
A dedicated poker table. Air hockey and foosball. A home theater. A grand piano.
The Sonos sound system throughout the gathering spaces lets guests create the soundtrack of their stay.
A film after dinner.
A game that lasts longer than expected.
A familiar song played on the piano.
A quiet corner and a good book.
**The villa gives everyone a place to belong—and a place to disappear for a while.**
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# THE HEART OF THE HOME
The chef's kitchen was designed with the belief that preparing a meal should be part of the gathering, not separate from it.
Beautifully equipped for everything from leisurely breakfasts to holiday feasts, it offers the tools and thoughtful details that passionate home cooks appreciate.
Expansive windows connect the kitchen to the terrace and pool beyond, allowing conversations to move naturally between indoors and out.
Someone is always cooking. Someone is always lingering over coffee. And sometimes dinner becomes one of the most memorable parts of the day.
**Because at River Rock, the kitchen is not simply where meals are prepared.**
**It is where people gather.**
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# WELLNESS & MOVEMENT
For guests who enjoy movement, River Rock offers a dedicated fitness space equipped with a Body-Solid multi-station pulley weight system, free weights, and a ballet barre for stretching, strength training, and balance work.
Maintain a familiar routine, start the morning with movement, or simply enjoy having the space available.
Wellness is part of the experience—without needing to become the agenda.
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# OUTDOOR ADVENTURES & A TOUCH OF HISTORY
Beyond the villa, wooded trails lead toward the Rappahannock River.
Fish the shoreline. Listen to distant rapids. Watch for deer, foxes, and soaring eagles.
Follow the trail farther and an unexpected piece of history appears: a historic canal lock believed to date to the early 19th century.
Roughly 100 feet long, with stone walls reaching nearly 12 feet high, the old lock remains remarkably intact.
Most often dry beneath your feet, its river-washed floor invites exploration and imagination.
For children, it feels like an adventure discovered in the woods. For history enthusiasts, it offers a tangible connection to another era and to the waterways that helped shape this region.
The old stonework also became part of River Rock's own story.
The masonry surrounding the pool and waterfalls was built stone by stone. Each piece was chipped, shaped, positioned, and fitted by hand over nearly two years.
The result is an unexpected dialogue between two kinds of craftsmanship:
**the enduring stone of the historic canal lock below, and the handcrafted stonework of River Rock above.**
Just minutes from historic Fredericksburg, the villa offers both natural beauty and a connection to Virginia's past.
Children discover sticks worth keeping and pebbles worthy of a pocket.
Adults rediscover the pleasure of slowing down enough to notice.
**Nature isn't simply nearby.**
**It is woven into the River Rock experience.**
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# CELEBRATING SOMETHING SPECIAL?
Let the River Rock Villa Host Team know before your arrival.
Whether you're planning an anniversary, birthday, reunion, retirement, family tradition, or simply making time for one another, we're happy to share recommendations and, whenever possible, help personalize your stay with thoughtful touches.
Because the most meaningful details are often the ones that never appear on an amenities list.
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# AT A GLANCE
* Accommodates up to 8 guests * 5 Bedrooms | 5.5 Bathrooms * Layered, terraced infinity pool with waterfalls * Circular waterslide to lower basin * Year-round raised hydrotherapy spa * Hidden sandy-floor grotto with billiards * Picnic table gathering space * Wraparound porch * 10-foot swing for adults and children * Hammock * Poker table * Air hockey & foosball * Home theater * Grand piano * Sonos sound system throughout gathering spaces * Body-Solid fitness room with free weights & barre * Chef's kitchen for passionate home cooks * Outdoor kitchens & dining * Croquet & children's soccer equipment available * Indoor & outdoor fireplaces * River trails & shoreline fishing * Historic canal lock * Wildlife viewing * Poolside torches & evening landscape lighting * Exceptional privacy * Minutes from historic Fredericksburg
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# A PLACE TO RETURN TO
There is adventure for every age.
Rest for every season.
And room for every personality.
One visit may be filled with splashes down the slide, fishing along the river, and late-night games of air hockey.
Another may bring quiet mornings in the kitchen, afternoons exploring the canal lock, evenings on the porch, or conversations beside the fire beneath the stars.
And as people change, so does the experience found here.
A child who once came for the pool may return years later for the river.
A teenager who remembers the grotto may someday bring friends of their own.
A family tradition that begins with one stay may become the reason everyone comes back.
Perhaps that is the rhythm of River Rock Villa.
It is found in the details:
the creek moving toward the river,
breezes through the trees,
laughter from the pool,
music drifting through the house,
firelight after sunset,
and conversations that continue long after the music fades.
**There is beauty to discover.**
**There are memories to create.**
**And there is always another reason to return.**
Welcome to River Rock Villa.
**Until we see you soon... and then again.**
The River Rock Villa Host Team
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 453 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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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
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Umbrellas down - torches out - gates closed
Please clean up pet waste; baggies by gate fence!
Optional, but always treasured: please sign our guest book and share a favorite River Rock Villa memory, special moment, or recommendation for future guests. questions call. Your River Rock Villa Host
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
⭐We welcome guests 35+ with good reviews. Please share names, ages & relationships of all guests. Bringing a furry friend? Please let us know.
⭐Quiet 10 PM–9 AM. No parties, smoking/vaping or unregistered guests. Max 4 cars. Please keep furniture, yard & parking neat. Enjoy!
⭐Pool settings are automatic. No running, diving, edge jumping or rough play. Supervise pool, slide & gym use. Leave BBQ clean. Have fun!
Important information
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Property # 4037628vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Fredericksburg
Located in Fredericksburg, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Gari Melchers Home and Studio at Belmont and University of Mary Washington Galleries are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Spotsylvania Towne Centre and Wilderness Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center, or check out an event or a game at YMCA Rowe Tennis Center. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and ecotours.
Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center - 23 min drive - 20.6 km
Spotsylvania Towne Centre - 25 min drive - 24.0 km
Fredericksburg Battlefield - 26 min drive - 21.7 km
Central Park Fun Land - 26 min drive - 24.0 km
University of Mary Washington - 28 min drive - 24.0 km
Getting around
Fredericksburg Station - 27 min drive
Manassas, VA (MNZ-Manassas Regional) - 60 min drive
Restaurants
Wawa - 21 min drive
Wawa - 15 min drive
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 21 min drive
McDonald's - 23 min drive
Chick-fil-A - 23 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does River Rock Villa -Secluded Luxury Resort Retreat - 4,000 Acres & River Trails have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at River Rock Villa -Secluded Luxury Resort Retreat - 4,000 Acres & River Trails?
As of 25 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Rock Villa -Secluded Luxury Resort Retreat - 4,000 Acres & River Trails on 26 Oct 2026 start from £3,383, 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.
Is River Rock Villa -Secluded Luxury Resort Retreat - 4,000 Acres & River Trails pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.
How much is parking at River Rock Villa -Secluded Luxury Resort Retreat - 4,000 Acres & River Trails?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at River Rock Villa -Secluded Luxury Resort Retreat - 4,000 Acres & River Trails?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at River Rock Villa -Secluded Luxury Resort Retreat - 4,000 Acres & River Trails?
Checkout is at noon.
Where is River Rock Villa -Secluded Luxury Resort Retreat - 4,000 Acres & River Trails located?
Located on a river, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Cannon Ridge Golf Club, Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center and Old Mill Park. Gauntlet Golf Club and Gari Melchers Home and Studio at Belmont are also within 12 miles (20 km).
About the host
Hosted by Rebecca
Life is full. Work, responsibilities, decisions, schedules, notifications—and the constant thinking that comes with all of it. Sometimes what we need most is not another activity, but a place where we can finally unplug.
At River Rock, that place is private, surrounded by trees, water and open sky. Bring the people you truly want to be with, leave the schedule behind, and let the days unfold naturally.
After a few days, something begins to happen. The rhythm of the river, the trees, the porch and the pool becomes your rhythm. Meals slow down. Conversations linger. Games happen spontaneously. Sleep comes more easily. You notice things you might normally rush past.
A few days can be wonderful. A week or more gives you time to truly settle in. It is a rare luxury in a busy life—to have nowhere you need to be and nothing you need to accomplish except being together.
That is what River Rock has always meant to us. And it is what we love most about sharing it. Rebecca & Michael
Why they chose this property
Two Trails. One River.
Two trails leave River Rock Villa, each offering a different way into the landscape.
One follows the rustic creek, where water moves naturally through the property toward the Rappahannock. The other follows the terrain itself—through ravine and across higher ground and plateau, revealing a different perspective of the land along the way.
Both eventually arrive at River Rock Island, where the landscape becomes more adventurous. Natural boulders create places to climb and explore, while a sandy shoreline offers a place to pause beside the water. The creek's journey continues toward the Rappahannock, then onward to the Chesapeake and beyond.
The final approach is part of the adventure: rooted trees, exposed rocks and natural crossings invite you to slow down, choose your footing and find your own way.
At the river, the historic canal lock offers another kind of discovery. Built likely in the early 1800s, its granite walls have endured remarkably well through time. Today, the old lock stands as a tangible connection to the generations who traveled and worked along these waterways.
At River Rock, the journey is part of the experience. You can explore, climb, wander, swim, fish, sit on the sand—or simply stand at the river and let the landscape decide what comes next.
What makes this property unique
WHY ARE WE UNIQUE?
A Private Place, Shaped by Nature & Stewardship
River Rock Villa is more than a beautiful home on acreage. It is a place intentionally shaped around the land, the river and the natural landscape that surrounds it.
Of our 5.74 acres, approximately five acres remain open and adjoin a protected natural easement preserving approximately 32 miles of Rappahannock River frontage across five counties. That protection helps preserve the sense of openness, wildlife and privacy that makes this setting so rare.
Our journey began in 2004, with the home completed in 2006 and the pool in 2008 after nearly two years of design and handcrafted masonry. Stone was chipped, shaped, carved, placed and sanded by hand, creating an extensive work of environmental hardscaping while following the natural curves and character of the land.
The result is a place where rock, water, trees and architecture meet naturally. Paths move through the landscape. The stream finds its way toward the river. Trees continue to grow around the home. The land changes with the light, weather and seasons.
We think of it as our own little wonder of the world—not something frozen in time, but something living and continually evolving.
And stewardship doesn't end when construction is finished. We care for the home, trails, gardens, stonework and surrounding land throughout the year. Cleaning, maintenance, planting, pruning, design and the smallest details all become part of the seasonal rhythm.
River Rock is cared for as a place, not simply maintained as a property.
The land has a rhythm.
The river has a rhythm.
And, if you stay long enough, you may find your own rhythm beginning to follow it.