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Brian B.
28 Sept 2025
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Brian B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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Golden Days River Cottage - Family & pet friendly, river view, water access
Riverfront cottage with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7875 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Lancaster, VA
- Place, Morattico Waterfront Museum2 min walk
- Place, Deltaville Marina
- Place, Northern Neck Farm Museum46 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bunk Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Golden Days River Cottage - Family & pet friendly, river view, water access
Welcome to our "Rivah" cottage - we have been waiting to find a perfect peaceful river getaway for our family, we were lucky to find this gem & we want to share it with you! Morattico is the sweetest little village filled with friendly neighbors & an amazing waterfront museum. Walk across the street to our shared river porch, fish in the Rappahannock River or walk down the road to a shared beach and pier access where you can kayak and swim in Lancaster Creek. Separate studio/building with twin bunk and queen bed with dedicated desk and view of the tidal pond.
Fenced yard. Outdoor shower. Wifi. Noise makers. Memory foam mattress pads. Well stocked kitchen. Fire pit.
If you want to get away from it all and relax near the water, this is the place!
Fenced yard. Outdoor shower. Wifi. Noise makers. Memory foam mattress pads. Well stocked kitchen. Fire pit.
If you want to get away from it all and relax near the water, this is the place!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
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 and lock the doors
Turn AC/Heat to 72 degrees
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Lancaster
Located in Lancaster, this cottage is on a river. Morattico Waterfront Museum and Rice's Hotel / Hughlett's Tavern are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hughlett Point Natural Area and Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge. Compass Entertainment Complex and Kinsale Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Lancaster, VA
What's nearby
- Morattico Waterfront Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Compass Entertainment Complex - 40 min drive - 39.3 km
- Heathsville Farmers' Market - 42 min drive - 35.8 km
- Northern Neck Farm Museum - 46 min drive - 36.9 km
- White Stone Beach - 49 min drive - 46.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Knob Hill Waterfront Dining - 26 min drive
- Lively Pavillion - 18 min drive
- Heeb's Beer Party - 33 min drive
- Grabersnatchy Family Compound New Years Gala Deluxia - 32 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Sherry Spencer
I live with my family in central Virginia where I own a wedding & event flower business. I love hiking, traveling, eating & hanging out with family, playing volleyball and snuggling with my Golden Retrievers!
Why they chose this property
We discovered this quaint cottage and were so happy we were able to purchase it, not only because we love the house, but also because the village is so sweet as well. It is a very quiet historic waterfront village with beautiful old homes, the neighbors are great, and there is a fabulous waterfront museum. Don't miss the $1 ice cream in the freezer at the pavilion - bring cash or get the Venmo details inside the museum!
What makes this property unique
We have tried to think of everything! We have tons of towels, body wash/shampoo/conditioner, extra toothpaste and brushes (just in case), noise makers, air purifier, memory foam mattresses, lots of blankets and pillows, outdoor shower, fire pit and s'mores kit! Outdoor grill, seating, bug spray and lots more!
We have shared access to a River viewing porch and another shared river access with beach and pier just 0.3 mi down the road.
We have shared access to a River viewing porch and another shared river access with beach and pier just 0.3 mi down the road.
Languages:
English
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