Freshly renovated waterfront cottage located on expansive Mattox Creek

Colonial Beach cottage rental - A Shore Thing Waterfront Cottage
  • Bedrooms2
  • Sleeps6
  • 1 Bathroom
Rates (USD)
Per property (USD)
  • Per night $125 - $138
  • Per week $750 - $900
  • Per month $1,750 - $2,400
Accepts Online Payments
Description Cottage, 1200 sq. ft.

Amy & David Tabler

Speaks English

Telephone: +1 804 224-7518
(do not call after 9:00 P.M.)

Alternate Phone: +1 804 761-4575
(do not call after 9:00 P.M.)

Fax: +1 804 224-7518  

Photos and Description of the Colonial Beach vacation cottage rental
2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom sleeps 4-6

A SHORE THING is a 1200 square foot waterfront cottage with two bedrooms and one bath. Located

on expansive Mattox Creek, it is only 10 minutes by boat or car to the quaint town of Colonial Beach. Enjoy quiet mornings on the deck overlooking Mattox Creek and the fabulous sunsets in this quiet golf cart community.

With its own pier and boathouse, bring your boat or jet ski and your backyard is endless!.

House is freshly renovated and beautifully furnished. Both living room and dining area have waterfront views. Master bedroom has a king size bed with a large walk-in closet/dressing area. Second bedroom has twin beds. Living room couch has a queen size fold out bed.

Electronics include:

- 46” LED flat screen TV with HD and blue ray DVD (living area)

- 32” flat screen with built in DVD player (master bedroom)

- 22” flat screen with built in DVD player (second bedroom)

- cable TV

- high speed internet and wireless access

- telephone (free long distance)

Colonial Beach cottage rental - A Shore Thing Waterfront Cottage

A Shore Thing Waterfront Cottage

Colonial Beach cottage rental - Backyard view of upper Mattox Creek

Backyard view of upper Mattox Creek

Colonial Beach cottage rental - View from deck toward Potomac River

View from deck toward Potomac River

Colonial Beach cottage rental - Living room area with queen size pull out bed, 46

Living room area with queen size pull out bed, 46

Colonial Beach cottage rental - Water view from living room area

Water view from living room area

Colonial Beach cottage rental - Dining area for six

Dining area for six

Colonial Beach cottage rental - Kitchen with all appliances

Kitchen with all appliances

Colonial Beach cottage rental - Master bedroom with king size bed

Master bedroom with king size bed

Colonial Beach cottage rental - Second Bedroom with bunk beds

Second Bedroom with bunk beds

Colonial Beach cottage rental - Deck area with grill and deck furniture; great water views!

Deck area with grill and deck furniture; great water views!

Colonial Beach cottage rental - Pier & boathouse with 25' covered slip, covered sitting & deck areas

Pier & boathouse with 25' covered slip, covered sitting & deck areas

Colonial Beach cottage rental - Covered boathouse sitting area

Covered boathouse sitting area

Colonial Beach cottage rental - View from the pier

View from the pier

Colonial Beach cottage rental - Blue Heron at dusk -- picture taken by our Canadian guests

Blue Heron at dusk -- picture taken by our Canadian guests

Colonial Beach cottage rental - Ashorething Fall Sunset (taken by our guests September, 2011)

Ashorething Fall Sunset (taken by our guests September, 2011)

Location: Virginia < USA

Nearest Airport : Reagan National, Washington D.C. at 65 Miles
Nearest Train : Fredericksburg, Va at 35 Miles
Nearest Beach : Potomac Shores Beach at 0.5 Miles
Nearest Golf : Cameron Hills Golf Course, King George, Va at 12 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : High Tides at 5 Miles
Car: necessary
Zoom Level: Address

Availability Calendar

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Feb 22, 2012
Changeover Day: Saturday
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Rental Rates for this vacation cottage rental in Colonial Beach, Virginia

Rental Basis:
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Rental Rates
Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night
Weekend Weekend
Night
Extra
Night
Monthly Event Rate Minimum Stay
Winter Jan 1 2012 Mar 30 2012 $750 $125 $275 $138 $125 $1,750 - 2 Nights
Notes: Rates are for a family of 4; each additional guest is $25.00 per night. Max number of guests is 6.
Spring Mar 31 2012 May 25 2012 $800 $125 $275 $138 $125 $1,900 - 2 Nights
Notes: Rates are for a family of 4; each additional guest is $25.00 per night. Max number of guests is 6.
Summer(Peak) May 26 2012 Sep 7 2012 $900 - - - - $2,400 - 1 Week
Notes: Rates are for a family of 4; each additional guest is $25.00 per night. Max number of guests is 6.
Fall Sep 8 2012 Nov 2 2012 $800 $125 $275 $138 $125 $1,900 - 2 Nights
Notes: Rates are for a family of 4; each additional guest is $25.00 per night. Max number of guests is 6.
Fall-Winter Nov 3 2012 Jan 4 2013 $750 $138 $275 $138 $125 $1,750 - 2 Nights
Notes: Rates are for a family of 4; each additional guest is $25.00 per night. Max number of guests is 6.

Additional information about rental rates

  • Rates are for a family of 4; each additional guest is $25.00 per night. Max number of guests is 6.
    Thanksgiving and Christmas requires 3 night minimum. No check in on actual holiday.

    Rental payments accepted by credit card, check, money order or PayPal.

    Cancellation Policy:
    More than 60 days: Full refund ----- 30 days or more: Half of rental fee refunded *. Security deposit not refunded.
    Less than 30 days: No refund *
    * Full refunds are made if we can rebook your dates.

    Security Deposit
    A $200 refundable security deposit is required to book your weekend or weekly stay ($500 for monthly). The deposit is refunded within 1 week after your check-out date, if all conditions in the rental agreement have been met.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation cottage rental in Colonial Beach, Virginia

Property Type:
  • cottage

Forms of Payment:
  • accept credit card

Accommodation Type:
  • guest house

Floor Area:
  • 1200 sq. ft.

Location Type:
  • waterfront
  • river

Theme:
  • family
  • away from it all

General:
  • telephone
  • air-conditioning
  • central heating
  • linens provided
  • activities guide
  • alarm clock
  • ceiling fans
  • laundry soap
  • paper towels
  • restaurant dining guide
  • shampoo
  • soaps basic
  • toilet paper
  • towels provided
  • safe

Kitchen:
  • coffee maker
  • toaster
  • iron & board
  • cooking utensils
  • grill
  • 4 ring stove
  • blender
  • ice maker
  • spices
  • dish washer
  • refrigerator
  • oven
  • microwave
  • washing machine
  • clothes dryer

Living Room:
  • sofabed
  • comfy seating for 6 people

Dining:
  • child's highchair
  • dining area
  • seating for 6 people

Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower

Bedrooms:
  • 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 King, 1 Baby Crib
    Bedroom 2 - 2 Twin/ Single
  • Master bedroom has separate large walk-in closet/dressing area and baby crib. Also equipped with a 32' flat screen TV with DVD player. Second bedroom is next to the master bedroom and has twin beds, large closet, clock radio and 22' flat screen TV with DVD player.
Entertainment:
  • DVD
  • books
  • books adult
  • games adults
  • games kids
  • music library
  • video library
  • TV
  • satellite or cable
  • radio
  • stereo system
  • CD
  • audio tape player

Internet Access:
  • broadband access
  • internet access
  • wireless broadband

Outside:
  • deck wood
  • dock boatslip
  • outdoor grill gas
  • parking off street
  • walkway to water
  • 4 beach chairs

Suitability:
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • children welcome
  • pets not allowed
  • non smoking only
  • long term renters welcome

Onsite Equipment:
  • beach chairs
  • beach towels
  • cooler small

Attractions:
  • library
  • marina
  • museums
  • playground
  • theme parks
  • water parks
  • churches
  • winery tours
  • restaurants

Leisure Activities:
  • walking
  • antiquing
  • sight seeing
  • bird watching
  • gambling casinos
  • scenic drives

Local Services & Businesses:
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • ATM/bank

Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • swimming
  • sailing
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • golf
  • water skiing
  • hunting
  • sound/bay fishing
  • water tubing
  • hiking
  • jet skiing
  • pier fishing

Further details for this vacation cottage rental in Colonial Beach, Virginia

Rental Rules & Policies: 1. Smoking is NOT allowed inside of the cottage, front porch or deck area.

2. People other than those in the Guest party set forth above may not stay overnight in the property. Any other person in the property is the sole responsibility of Guest.

3. Children are welcome but be advised that the cottage is not child-safe for small children. You are welcome to move sharp objects or otherwise dangerous objects up out of reach however please put them back in their proper place before checking out.

4. We do not rent to vacationing students or singles under the age of 25 without accompaniment of an adult.

Rental Rules and Policies (con't): 5. A Shore Thing is privately owned; the owners are not responsible for any accidents, injuries or illness that occurs while on the premises or its facilities. The Homeowners are not responsible for the loss of personal belongings or valuables of the guest. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises or others whom they invite to use the premise.

6. Keep the property and all furnishings in good order.

7. Only use appliances for their intended uses.

8. Pets are NOT allowed on the property.

9. Parking: Parking is limited to 2 vehicles. Vehicles are to be parked in driveway area only.

Rental Rules & Policies (Con't): 10. Housekeeping: There is no daily housekeeping service. While linens and bath towels are included in the unit, daily maid service is not included in the rental rate. We suggest you bring beach towels. We do not permit towels or linens to be taken from the units.

11. Sewer System: The property is on a central sewer system. DO NOT FLUSH anything other than toilet paper. No feminine products should be flushed at anytime. If it is found that feminine products have been flushed and clog the septic system, you could be charged damages of up to $250.00.

12. Storms: No refunds will be given for storms.

Reviews for this vacation cottage rental in Colonial Beach, Virginia

Freshly renovated waterfront cottage located on expansive Mattox Creek
average rating of 5.0 based on 12 reviews
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Freshly renovated waterfront cottage located on expansive Mattox Creek
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p357064
+1 804-224-7518
Colonial Beach Chesapeake Bay - Northern Neck
5

A Well Kept Secret

Review Submitted: February 16, 2012 Date of Stay: February 2012
This is my fourth time renting this pristine and wonderfully comfortable waterfront cottage. I love my stay everytime and am looking forward to renting many more times. I have gone with friends and family and all have always been so grateful to be invited to this little piece of paradise. The sunset is spectacular from the back windows and the dock. The cottage is very well decorated, impeccably clean and comfortable. Every time I go, I leave rested, peaceful, and only wish I could stay one more night. Town people are friendly and there is a real sense of safety as you can go for long walks.
The owners are kind and respectful of your arrival time. They have done a phenomenal job of creating such a beautiful, well-maintained, and homey get-away.
I just can't wait to go back!
Owner's Response: The reviewer was our very first guest when we opened up the cottage as a vacation rental a year ago this month. We greatly appreciate the kind words and look forward to seeing her again.
Rating
5 out of 5
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Freshly renovated waterfront cottage located on expansive Mattox Creek
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p357064
+1 804-224-7518
Colonial Beach Chesapeake Bay - Northern Neck
5

"A Shore Thing" is a SURE thing!

Review Submitted: October 24, 2011 Date of Stay: October 2011
We have rented many vacation homes/cottages over the last 15 years or so. A Shore Thing wins the prize for being the most nicely appointed, cleanest & all-around enjoyable of them all! The tranquility of the setting is amazing and beauty abounds - wherever you look!. We celebrated thirty years of marriage there this past weekend and it couldn't have been more perfect. Thank you David and Amy.
Owner's Response: We greatly appreciate our guests kind words ... and hope to see them again next year.
Rating
5 out of 5
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Freshly renovated waterfront cottage located on expansive Mattox Creek
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p357064
+1 804-224-7518
Colonial Beach Chesapeake Bay - Northern Neck
5

EXCEEDED EXPECTATIONS

Review Submitted: October 12, 2011 Date of Stay: October 2011
__SPENT A DELIGHTFUL WEEK RELAXING IN THIS LOVELY COTTAGE WHICH WAS VERY CLEAN, THOUGHTFULLY FURNISHED WITH ALL THE AMENITIES OF "HOME:. THE OWNERS THOUGHT OF EVERYTHING FROM THE WORLD'S MOST COMFORTABLE BED, STATE-OF-THE-ART TVs, A BEAUTIFUL DECK AND BOATHOUSE WITH PANORAMIC WATERFRONT-- COMPLETE WITH SWANS! THE KITCHEN WAS FULLY EQUIPPED WITH EXCELLENT APPLIANCES INCLUDING A SPICE RACK.
IT WAS PEACEFUL AND QUIET AND CONVENIENTLY LOCATED IN THE HISTORIC AREAS OF VIRGINIA, HOME OF PRESIDENTS AND FOUNDING FATHERS. WE HOPE TO RETURN NEXT YEAR. TOM &PpEG
Owner's Response: The swans are now a part of the scene down at the pier ... much to the delight of our guests. It was not too long ago that they extinct on the creek ... now we have about a dozen roaming the shoreline in small groups.

Once again we had great guests and we appreciate their kind review.
Rating
5 out of 5
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Freshly renovated waterfront cottage located on expansive Mattox Creek
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p357064
+1 804-224-7518
Colonial Beach Chesapeake Bay - Northern Neck
5

Relaxation and amazing sunsets!

Review Submitted: October 10, 2011 Date of Stay: September 2011
We had a wonderful stay at A Shore Thing. We were looking for a place to relax and enjoy some time together before the arrival of our second child and this was the perfect place. We loved the brilliant sunsets, reading on the pier by the water, and just relaxing in such a comfortable cottage. There were plenty of things to do nearby and we enjoyed hiking at state parks, walking around Colonial Beach, and exploring Stratford Hall during the days. The hosts were friendly and accomodating and made our stay so comfortable. We definitely plan to return!
Owner's Response: Fall is a special time for sunsets at Ashorething. Our guests provided pictures they took of the sunsets during their stay. We have added one of the pictures to the HomeAway site.

Thank you ....
Rating
5 out of 5
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Freshly renovated waterfront cottage located on expansive Mattox Creek
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p357064
+1 804-224-7518
Colonial Beach Chesapeake Bay - Northern Neck
5

A Real Charmer

Review Submitted: September 26, 2011 Date of Stay: September 2011
We spent this past weekend here for a relative's surprise party. We chose this property because there was very little lodging in the way of hotels in Colonial Beach and this was only a couple of miles away.

The pictures posted on the web site do not do this property justice. The view of Mattox Creek from the decks and docks is spectacular. The cottage is immaculately maintained and very well equippped. The hosts are friendly and accommodating.

We want to come back with our boat and spend a week at this delightful getaway.

Thank you David.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Our guests were a joy to have ... we are glad our cottage provided a great spot for them to visit family and friends and enjoy the waterfront views.
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5 out of 5
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