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Potomac River Cottage

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A lakeside scene with a fire pit, two Adirondack chairs, and a dock extending into the water.
A neatly made bed with a blue headboard, white bedding, and a stack of white towels on a wooden chest.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a kettle, and a sink.
A living room with a sofa, two chairs, a lamp, a picture frame, and a floor lamp.
A cozy room with a grey sofa, a small wooden side table with a plant, a wall-mounted mirror, a digital thermostat, and a framed picture.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Dock
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Bryans Road, MD
  • Place, Bryans Road Shopping Center
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Charles County Public Library Potomac Branch
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, National Colonial Farm
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Number of living rooms

About this property

Potomac River Cottage

Take it easy at this tranquil getaway on the Potomac River. This two-story cottage-style carriage house on historic land is less than 30 minutes from DC and .1 miles from a public boat launch. This nearly 2-acre private retreat is just downriver from George Washington's Mount Vernon. Enjoy the private boat dock, watch the sunset, eat in, or drive less than 20 miles to National Harbor for dinner and a show at MGM. Take a Water Taxi from National Harbor to Old Town Alexandria, and The Wharf in DC.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children need to be watched near the water/dock
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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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3213388vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Bryans Road

Bryans Road is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Smallwood State Park and Piscataway Park, while National Colonial Farm and Harmony Hall are cultural highlights. The Capital Wheel and Pirate's Cove Water Park are also worth visiting.
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Bryans Road, MD

What's nearby

  • Bryans Road Shopping Center - 10 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Charles County Public Library Potomac Branch - 11 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Chapman State Park - 12 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Accokeek Neighborhood Park - 12 min drive - 12.4 km
  • National Colonial Farm - 14 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Alexandria Station - 34 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬41 min drive
  • ‪Chalkboard Wings & BBQ - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬47 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Potomac River Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Potomac River Cottage?

As of 13 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Potomac River Cottage on 26 Dec, 2026 start from S$1,132, 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.

What time is check-in at Potomac River Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Potomac River Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Potomac River Cottage located?

Situated in Bryans Road, this cottage is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Potomac River and within 9 miles (15 km) of National Colonial Farm and Piscataway Park. Mattawoman State Natural Environmental Area and Potomac Landing Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage on the Potomac is perfect for 1 (in my case), but easily for 2! It’s well appointed throughout, and if you have a car you’ll really be able to enjoy the surrounding area. I used uber and it was easy.The hosts are very kind and easy to send inquiries. Please give this hideaway your attention!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Perfect location on the river!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Marshall Hall Project

Staying for a work project. Great location and nice building. Set up well
Stayed 20 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Piscataway Park

Work trip
Stayed 32 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Piscataway Park Project Stay

Thank you for the use or your rental for this project. So appreciated
Stayed 25 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Our stay was exactly what we wanted and expected. Being right on the water was absolutely wonderful, and the home was clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The location was perfect for us, although future guests should know it is a bit farther from most stores, with about a 15-minute (or longer) drive to shopping and restaurants.We stayed for a week and did run out of toilet paper, so it may be helpful for longer stays to bring a few extra supplies. The bed was a bit softer than we prefer, but we know mattress comfort is very much a matter of personal preference.During our stay, there was an issue with the air conditioning that caused water to leak onto the first floor. The owner was very responsive and communicated with us right away. She initially suggested soaking up the water with the available bath towels, but we chose to wait until she brought a mop. She reassured us she would also bring additional towels, which she did. Even more importantly, she had maintenance there first thing the next morning, and the issue was repaired within 24 hours. We appreciated how quickly it was addressed and weren’t upset because of how promptly and professionally it was handled.One of our favorite things was how simple the checkout process was. There wasn’t a long list of chores or cleaning responsibilities, which was a huge plus and made our departure much more enjoyable.Overall, we had a wonderful stay and would absolutely choose this property again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026

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