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Charming & Walkable 1905 Farmhouse • Stroll to Shops, Shore & Beach Fun

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Exterior detail
Exterior
Exterior
Relaxing porch with fans
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Colonial Beach, VA
  • Colonial Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Colonial Beach Historical Society
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Bayside Marina
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Leonardtown, MD (LTW-St. Marys County)
    ‪83 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest room upstairs

1 Queen Bed

Guest room upstairs

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom upstairs

1 King Bed

Sitting room down stairs

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Down Stairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Up stairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming & Walkable 1905 Farmhouse • Stroll to Shops, Shore & Beach Fun

Welcome to The Boxwood House in Colonial Beach!

Built in 1905, The Boxwood House blends historic character with modern comfort—offering a cozy, inviting space perfect for your next family vacation, couples’ getaway, or small group escape. Located just one block from the beach, boardwalk, shops, restaurants, and cafes, you’ll be right in the heart of Colonial Beach with walkable access to all the best our small town has to offer.

Whether you’re planning a relaxed weekend at the beach, a fun-filled family vacation, or a peaceful retreat, this home gives you the flexibility and comfort to enjoy it all.

Unwind on the large wraparound front porch—perfect for morning coffee, evening breezes, or quiet time with a book. Colonial Beach is a golf cart–friendly town, making it easy to explore the area, and The Boxwood House is just steps from Town Hill, where you’ll find events, car shows, live music, and community festivals throughout the year. A children’s playground is also located nearby, making it especially great for families with younger kids.

Features you'll love:
-3 comfortable bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms
-Historic 1905 architecture with updated interiors
-Large front porch with plenty of seating
-Fully equipped kitchen
-Walkable to beach, boardwalk, shops & dining
-Located across from Town Hill & near the children’s playground
-Golf cart and bike-friendly area
-Wi-Fi and streaming-ready TV

Please note: We’ve recently updated our listing to better reflect how we’re currently offering the home. While the property was once listed as event-friendly, it is no longer available for parties or large gatherings. We appreciate your understanding as we work to provide a peaceful and enjoyable experience for all our guests.

Property manager

Georgianna Granillo

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Approval before booking; fee for gatherings 12+
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Advanced approval before booking. Fee is per pet
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Approval before booking; fee for gatherings 12+
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Colonial Beach

Located in Colonial Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Colonial Beach Historical Society and George Washington Birthplace National Monument are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include James Monroe Birthplace and Monrovia. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Colonial Beach, VA

What's nearby

  • Colonial Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Colonial Beach Historical Society - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bayside Marina - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • James Monroe Birthplace - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Monrovia - 5 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dockside Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wilkerson's Seafood Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Captain John's Crab House - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Bobby K's Roadside Cafe - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Come Relax On Our Porch pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Come Relax On Our Porch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Come Relax On Our Porch?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Come Relax On Our Porch located?

This family-friendly Colonial Beach holiday home is located near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Colonial Beach and Colonial Beach Historical Society. Bayside Marina and James Monroe Birthplace are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Meredith R.

Lovely place and great location

The home was is great condition and it was in a great location. We were across the street from the beach, next to a child's playground and could walk a few blocks to coffee and ice cream. We had a great weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2016

8/10 Good

Ben F.

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

Good quiet vacation.

Overall we had a good stay. House was nice and we enjoyed our morning coffee on the porch. Location was good. Wish the town had a bit more to do. For our teen age boys. Hosts were great. Check in was very easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Sharon B., Jefferson

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Loved the front porch and drinking coffee in the morning and wine in the evening. Town is golf cart friendly so we used the cart to go everywhere. Beach is a short walk, as well as many restaurants. Free putt-putt right around the corner. Hosts were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana F.

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

Great Location, Great Host

We literally parked our car and walked everywhere the entire week! The home was clean and had everything we needed. The hosts are close by if you need anything! We really enjoyed the wrap around porch! We loved our time at Colonial Beach and our stay in this beautiful home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dianne S.

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

All we hoped for!

Cozy, charming and well appointed. We loved our stay at The Boxwood! Great location near the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Susan D.

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

Family reunion on Northern Neck

Property was perfect for our group of 7. Walking distance from beach a plus! Excellent value, great location, pleasant and responsive hosts. Hope to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jerilyn A., Salisbury Mills, New York

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

Fun vacation

Owners were very helpful and responsive with all of our questions and had great restaurant and local information! Thank you for a great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annette M.

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

Awesome!!

We had a great time and Loved staying at The Boxwood. It was very clean and accommodating, and we got to meet the owners and they were very nice and helpful. We will definitely choose this location again. We had our teenage grandsons and they loved the location of the house and the beach. Would definitely recommend you checking out this property, the owners even own a little restaurant right behind the rental house and it serves delicious food! Colonial Beach will be a definite destination in our future and staying again at the Boxwood will be on our list!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anita D.

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

Swinging on the porch

For families with small children, the wrap porch is a perfect place to relax while your little ones, run, eat, and play in the shade. Inside, the large screen TV provides unlimited choices for the whole family. The pantry is generouseley stocked in case you forgot something and there is a new large commercial grade water heater so you never run out for showers. We had 6 adults and 3 small children anad appreciated the proximity to the beach, restaurants and ice ceam. One warning: bring pool shoes, the beach and river are rocky!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy O.

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

CB vacation

We were very happy and comfortable with our stay. Loved how we were able to walk to beach, restaurants, beach store, etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alan P., Vienna

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

Lovely Home

The Boxwood is very, very welcoming-from the front porch swing and rockers to the comfy beds. The kitchen is well-equipped and stocked. It's a short walk from the house to the beach (and ice cream) as well as excellent restaurants especially Suki the Cuisine (thanks Justin for such great service!). The property is also convenient to attractions such as Washington's birthplace and fossil hunting at Westmoreland State Park. Thank you for the enjoyable visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Dawn L., MIDLOTHIAN

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

Cozy cottage

Great place to stay. Great location. Easy walk to beach, shops and restaurants. Home was nice and had an old farmhouse feel. Well stocked. So all I as to bring was my clothes.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Leslie A.

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

Wonderful retreat

We had a fantastic week at Boxwood - it’s a charming old house that was perfect for our family of 5. Conveniently located in the heart of Colonial Beach, we could walk or bike anywhere we needed to go. The beach toys and bikes to borrow were so helpful!! Georgianna was a great host - the house is well stocked for anything we needed. As soon as we drove away, the kids asked when we could we come back?? Hopefully soon!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

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

Very pretty house

We were all very happy and comfortable in the house.

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

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

Great weekend stay

The Boxwood house was great. The location was amazing. Beds were comfortable. Tons of amenities: sheets, soft towels, bottled water, soap and shampoo, games and many more. One thing to keep in mind if you have small children: the house is circa 1905 and the banister is a little wobbly and no place to put a spring gate at the top of the stairs. Our 2.5 year old was fine though, and we will stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Lorraine K.

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

Mother/ Daughter Get A Way

We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Erin G.

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

Comfortable, clean historic home

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The bedrooms were thoughtfully appointed, comfortable, and clean. The kitchen is small but modern and comfortable. The upstairs bathroom is more old-fashioned and less user-friendly, so we mostly used the downstairs one, which is a little larger and more updated. Connectivity was great. We loved the little touches like decor, throw blankets, and games and books galore. We rented a golf cart for the week, which was a fun way to zip around town, to beaches, ice cream, and restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gloria C.

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

Good location for family and close to everything you need for a comfortable experience.

The owners were very friendly and accommodating , and I appreciate that

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

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

Great place

Place was well stocked with all we needed and the owners were accessible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

James A.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Nice house

Very nice house but the television could not get any local news or any programs that were not Roku.

8/10 Good

Brian R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

FAMILY VACATION

AWESOME FAMILY VACATION

10/10 Excellent

Stacy H., Salem, Virginia

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

Wonderful Stay!

We've rented this property for several years now and still find it to be our favorite. The owner is easy to get ahold of and quick to correct any issues that there may be.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl V., Towanda, PA

A block from the Beach!

Location was Great, one block from the beach. We stayed 7 days. Owner was Awesome, house was well stocked. Very Clean and lots of room. We spent most the time on the porch. We brought our own towels, toilet paper, soaps, water & snacks. But everything was there if we needed anything. Thank you for letting us Vacation at your home!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Bob D.

Stay at the Boxwood

We liked the house and the location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Nice home

Great home in a nice easily walkable location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Georgianna Granillo

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