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River Gem Beach House
Front Porch with seating
Entrance Hall
View as enter house looking towards dining room
Living Room (1)

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Colonial Beach, VA
  • Place, Colonial Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Colonial Beach Historical Society
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Bayside Marina
    ‪12 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

+3
1 Single Bed, 2 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

River Gem: Family-Friendly Stay | Fire Pit & Porch

✨ River Gem – Colonial Beach Vacation Rental

Welcome to River Gem, a spacious 4BR/2.5BA vacation rental in Colonial Beach, VA. Just 2 blocks from the Potomac River beaches and boardwalk, this family-friendly retreat sleeps up to 10 and is perfect for a group getaway, family vacation, or friends’ weekend.

Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, open living/dining area, Smart TV, and fast WiFi. Outdoors, relax on the covered front porch, grill on the back deck, or gather around the fire pit for s’mores under the stars. With a fenced backyard, pack-n-play, and pet-friendly policy, River Gem is designed for comfort and connection.

Key Features & Benefits:

🛏️ The Space

4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths with fresh linens and towels



Open-concept living room, dining space, and kitchen — perfect for group meals or game nights



Sitting room with pull-out sofa for extra guests



Washer/dryer and driveway parking for up to 4 vehicles (🚫 no street parking)



🌿 Outdoor Living

Large front porch with seating for morning coffee



Back deck with BBQ grill and dining set



Fenced backyard for kids and pets to play safely



Fire pit for evening gatherings



📍 Location Highlights

2 blocks to beach & fishing pier



Walk to local shops, cafes, and restaurants



Close to Colonial Beach Boardwalk, The Point, and Monroe Bay



Easy access to golf cart rentals and seasonal trolley



🚫 No smoking, vaping, parties, or events        

🐾 1 well-behaved dog permitted with prior approval (must be house-trained)

Minimum Age to rent is 25 years old or older

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 25-00078
Property # 3482133vb
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Colonial Beach

Located in Colonial Beach, this holiday home is on a river. Bayside Marina and Ingleside Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Land's End Wildlife Management Area and Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge.
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Colonial Beach, VA

What's nearby

  • Colonial Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Colonial Beach Historical Society - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bayside Marina - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Westmoreland State Park - 18 min drive - 30.2 km
  • University of Mary Washington - 49 min drive - 65.8 km

Getting around

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dockside Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Los Hermanos - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wilkerson's Seafood Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Gem: Family-Friendly Stay | Fire Pit & Porch pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at River Gem: Family-Friendly Stay | Fire Pit & Porch?

As of 11 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Gem: Family-Friendly Stay | Fire Pit & Porch on 3 Aug, 2026 start from S$594, 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 at River Gem: Family-Friendly Stay | Fire Pit & Porch?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River Gem: Family-Friendly Stay | Fire Pit & Porch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Gem: Family-Friendly Stay | Fire Pit & Porch?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River Gem: Family-Friendly Stay | Fire Pit & Porch located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Colonial Beach and Colonial Beach Historical Society. Bayside Marina and Potomac River are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed a short stay in Colonial Beach at this property. The house was amazing, large, and clean. Great location and in a quiet area. Short walk to restaurants and the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia J.

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

River Gem

Our stay was great!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis C.

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

Lovely property

The house worked really well for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINA S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Clean and spacious home

We loved our stay. The location was walking distance to the beach and town. We had plenty of room for four couples and all the kids. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great proactive communication from the host. The house was really well stocked -- all the things you may need in the kitchen, soap and supplies in the bathrooms, etc. House in a central location walkable to the point and to the heart of town.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C.

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

Our family had a wonderful stay!

Carolyn’s house was lovely! We found this house spotless and totally equipped with everything you need! Home was very spacious and worked so well for our family of 10. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan G.

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

We love Colonial Beach

This is about the seventh or eighth time we have stayed a long weekend in Colonial Beach. We rent a golf cart and love riding all over the town checking out the houses that were decked out for Halloween. It was even better this past weekend since they had a Halloween Golf Cart Parade on Saturday afternoon. They also had a BBQ Cook Off and their Fall Festival. This was a great weekend to be at Colonial Beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct, 2023
Bryan and his family were great guests. We would love to host them again.

About the host

Hosted by Carolyn Schreiner

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My family is from Northern Virginia. My mom had a dream of having a second home large enough for her kids and grandchildren to visit and enjoy. We fell in love with the town of Colonial Beach and all enjoyed vacationing here and celebrating holidays. I currently live 2 blooks away from our family vacation home.

Why they chose this property

Our home is on The Point in Colonial Beach Virginia. There are two beaches on The Point, our home is located 2 blocks from the main beach and about a mile and from the other beach. The point is surrounded by the Potomac River on three sides, it's a great place for walking or biking along the river.

What makes this property unique

Our home is spacious and has plenty of room for families spread out or to spend time together on front porch or in large living room with 3 sofas. The kitchen is right off the living room and offers seating around the u-shaped counter. There is also a second smaller living/sitting room with a pull-out sofa behind the kitchen. All the bedrooms are spacious and include TV's. The master bedroom is very spacious with an attached bathroom, large walk-in closet and sitting area with couch and small desk.

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