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Rappahannock River Cottage Getaway near Tappahannock, Urbanna, Chesapeake Bay

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A circular stone fire pit surrounded by grass, a wooden dock extending into a calm lake, and a covered structure on the far side of the lake. - Rappahannock River Cottage Getaway near Tappahannock, Urbanna, Chesapeake Bay (Dunnsville)
A spacious living room with a wooden dining table, a bench, a brown leather sofa, and a wooden cabinet. - Rappahannock River Cottage Getaway near Tappahannock, Urbanna, Chesapeake Bay (Dunnsville)
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven - Rappahannock River Cottage Getaway near Tappahannock, Urbanna, Chesapeake Bay (Dunnsville)
A covered outdoor area with a view of a body of water, a grassy lawn, and a dock with a swing set. - Rappahannock River Cottage Getaway near Tappahannock, Urbanna, Chesapeake Bay (Dunnsville)
A dining area with a wooden table and white chairs, a ceiling fan, and a blue door. - Rappahannock River Cottage Getaway near Tappahannock, Urbanna, Chesapeake Bay (Dunnsville)
Perched on the Rappahannock River, Charming 4 Bedroom 3 Full Bath River Cottage offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy beautiful sunrise views from the large rear deck and sun porch or cozy up by the outdoor fireplace with family and friends.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Rappahannock River Cottage Getaway near Tappahannock, Urbanna, Chesapeake Bay

  • Charming 4 Bedroom 3 Full Bath River Cottage conveniently located in Dunnsville, VA on the Rappahannock River. Large 1 acre lot with a private dock not far from marinas in Tappahannock (Parker's) and Center Cross (Garrett's). Large rear deck and sun porch with beautiful views of the river, especially at sunrise. Outdoor fireplace, gas and charcoal grills, picnic table, outdoor swing near the beautiful magnolia tree are a few of the amenities. Bring your favorite fishing pole or use one of ours. Lots of fun things to do on the Rivah: boating, tubing, kayaking, fishing or just plain relaxing. This is a great place to bring the family for a week or just a long weekend. You will find lots of fun things to do in the area for all ages and lifestyles. This river home is not far from Urbanna, Tappahannock, Kilmarnock or Deltaville where you can find good dining, oysters and crabs (depending on season). No matter what the season, it is always relaxing at the Rivah!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Pet deposit will be required

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed
Event fee will be required

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Event fee will be required
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Dunnsville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Morattico Waterfront Museum and Westmoreland County Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Menokin Foundation and Stratford Hall. Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby. Visit our Dunnsville travel guide
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Dunnsville, VA

What's nearby

  • A group of birds flying over a body of water.
    Rappahannock River Park
    21 min drive - 20.7 km
  • A wooden boardwalk leading to a dock by a lake, surrounded by autumn foliage and trees.
    Marsh Street Park & Pool
    22 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge
    16 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Hobbs Hole Golf Course
    19 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Tappahannock Historic District
    21 min drive - 20.1 km

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    22 min drive
  • McDonald's
    16 min drive
  • Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
    27 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    13 min drive
  • Starbucks
    17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rappahannock River Cottage Getaway near Tappahannock, Urbanna, Chesapeake Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rappahannock River Cottage Getaway near Tappahannock, Urbanna, Chesapeake Bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rappahannock River Cottage Getaway near Tappahannock, Urbanna, Chesapeake Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rappahannock River Cottage Getaway near Tappahannock, Urbanna, Chesapeake Bay?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Rappahannock River Cottage Getaway near Tappahannock, Urbanna, Chesapeake Bay located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Hobbs Hole Golf Course, Coleman Island and Tappahannock Historic District. Marsh Street Park & Pool and Rappahannock River Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Rappahannock River Cottage Getaway near Tappahannock, Urbanna, Chesapeake Bay Reviews

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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Banks Family

Love the property and location. 2nd year we stayed and getting ready to book for next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. Our family enjoyed all aspects of the river cottage. The grandchildren were very happy. Access to the pier, the view in the morning and evening of the river was very relaxing. A very special Thanksgiving with our family . Memories forever!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alycia T.

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

Family

We rented this lovely home for a few days and just loved it. The home had everything we needed, clean and easy check in. The view over the water...great sunrises. Plenty of space and having rooms on each side of the home was nice too.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dianne j.

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

Siblings retreat

Loved the neighborhood! Beautiful views! Wind winery was definitely worth the trip. We kayaked, fished from the dock and rode our bikes. Friendly neighbors and very convenient to Food Lion.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Lovely home on the Rappahannock

This home is well-appointed. The owners have thought of everything. Clean. Well maintained. Perfect for a stay on the Rappahannock. The owner was quick to respond to questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

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

We really needed a break

Best reclining sofa. Big TV. Nice view w/ Ospreys mating next door.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trish W.

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

Quiet, peaceful cottage

Spacious home was ideal for a 2 family getaway. Place was clean and the main living area was large and spacious. Owners were very responsive. Having a large bowl of water on the back porch was very welcoming for our dog. The lot itself was very large giving you a lot of privacy. The screened in back porch was great for bug free dining outdoors. Hated to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

river relaxing

The house has a good layout and is very comfortable. The location is fairly rural which we like, but not too far to a grocery store. We caught blue catfish off the dock, went kayaking, and enjoyed watching the osprey and eagles. The yard is very big and we enjoyed playing cornhole and throwing the baseball. We would rent this house again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shawn g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a beautiful location that we'll definitely be renting again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time relaxing! Place and area was nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky R.

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

Great house and view

Seven sisters stayed plenty of room, and a great view, a perfect place, just to get away and chill. Will definitely book for next year!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Family getaway

Everything was perfect. Will book again for next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean house. Owners are great. Plenty of room for a family. The screen porch on the front is great to sit and look at the water. We'll be back for sure!.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misty H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway from DC and the river views were incredible!!!Very spacious home, and we loved it! Presidents day weekend came with Eagles! Four of them! Screened in patio was amazing! Hosts were spectacular! Highly reccomend! Mvto!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful escape from the realities of life. Low key home which was great for having a dog with me.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great for both retirees or sportsman

Excellent for large family or group. Spacious enough for large gatherings, nice deck and large lawn. Good supply of dishes but could use more pans for those who cook. I would certainly go there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

Family time

Great place! Paige is very responsive. We needed a place for Family to gather for a funeral. We would love to return for a happier occasion.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caytlin W.

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

Beautiful views with friendly and accomodating owners!

Our experience was wonderful, fully equipped kitchen and comfortable accommodations. The house was very clean and had a great view of the river. My dog wouldn’t go swimming from their pier, and the Garrett’s went above and beyond to find a “beach area” for us to utilize since my dog was unsure about accessing the water from their pier.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

PAT W.

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

Sunrise

Sunrises were amazing. It was a nice house with bedrooms on opposite side of the house for privacy. Sunroom is very nice addition to the property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Beautiful Peaceful Location

This property is a wonderful place to stay if looking for beautiful sun rises and sunsets, beautiful views, and quiet, peaceful surroundings. The home was spacious and wonderful. We loved the central room, containing a spacious kitchen, dining room, and living room (open floor plan). This room allowed everyone to be together and enjoy home cooked meals and lively conversation. We spent a lot of time on the porch overlooking the river, barbecuing, and spending quality family time together.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

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

Relaxing at the “rivah”!

It’s easy to relax at the river cottage. My favorite “thing” was watching sunrise from the porch, which was recently screened in, and listening to the birds greet the morning. So tranquil! There’s a nice Food Lion close by, as well as various restaurants. Thanks, John & Paige!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie P.

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Beautiful Waterfront Cottage with all the Feels.

Great well stocked river cottage. Love the stay here with family. Gorgeous views of the river and huge lot. The fact it was dog friendly was a huge plus. Only negative was having to take our own trash to the dump. Luckily a family member had a truck, or we would have been out of luck.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shari K.

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

Breathtaking Sunrises

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! John & Paige were excellent hosts. We had to change our reservation due to hurricane Ian and they were very accomaditing. The cottage was great and the open covered porch was awesome. The river views and sunrises were amazing! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Onedah S.

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

Serenity on the River

This home was a great vacation get away. Well stocked. Clean and welcoming. We would gladly stay here again. Quiet, friendly neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arlene S.

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

Great River views! House was just as stated. Great porch over looking the river.

Great! Host very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022