I had a great stay at Mark and Glenda's barn apartment. Whilst perfect for equestrians/horsey people, this property is also a gem for anyone looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of life and have a chance to relax in a beautiful natural environment. The property was very clean, well decorated, and the bed is SUPER comfortable. Glenda was very welcoming during check in and check out and is a great host. I come to Fredericksburg fairly often for work and will definitely be staying here again.

My husband and I needed a break from DC, so we booked for a weekend and had a very restorative vacation in this cozy apartment. Glenda was a flexible and helpful host – I accidentally booked the weekend I needed to work, but Glenda let us move it to the next week with no hassle. The apartment is comfortable and the horses don't disturb you at all (you hear them every once in awhile, but that's part of the charm). Fredricksburg has a wonderful downtown area with tons of things to do. We planned to stay in for most of the weekend to relax, but kept going out to see more of the restaurants and stores. We had a great time and would definitely return.

If you're looking for a place to escape; this is it! EVERYTHING is exactly as described. Mark and Glenda outdid themselves. The only difference in the kitchen is an upgraded, smooth top stove/oven. I felt like I was actually coming back home. The "extras" are what did it for me. The Keurig. The Sirius/XM radio (tuned to one of my favorite stations). The writing table (this was my writing retreat). The stainless steel wine bucket in the freezer. The wine glasses. The extra toiletries (in case I forgot). The breakfast items in the refrigerator - including half and half for my coffee. The Welcome Letter with every detail explained. The SECURE WiFi. I'm sure you get the picture. Speaking of pictures - they are all a true indication of how the apartment looks. I took a walk to enjoy the nature and the beautiful weather. I was able to completely disconnect and reconnect - to myself. This was truly a gift for which I am eternally grateful. I WILL return! My host was very responsive to text/email. Before leaving, I had the wonderful opportunity to meet Glenda. She was a joy. I will definitely return. There are some things I didn't mention because I don't want to spoil the surprise! You won't be disappointed.

The Barn Apartment is fantastic! Glenda is a superb host! Everything was exactly as described. The apartment is emmaculately clean and furnished with a level of detail that is unsurpassed by most other establishments. The barn, a working barn with horses, is so clean you barely know you stepped into a barn. Glenda even had some eggs, bagels, and juice in the refrigerator. The living area and the bedroom have separate cooling units which you can control. The grounds are peaceful. You can even go for a hike on their trails. We found the Barn Apartment also quite accessible to Fredericksburg. So if you want a quiet place to rest in a beautifully furnished apartment, come here!!!

We sincerely enjoyed our stay here. Perfect escape from city but still close enough to enjoy it. Loved the rustic and comfortable feel of the room and really appreciated the thoughtful gestures of the host - coffee, juice, English muffins, small toiletries, she thought of everything. I don't know if it's possible to have enjoyed our stay more than our Golden Retriever did. He loved running through and rolling around the open pastures and meeting the other dogs and We all enjoyed a long walk on the trails and We all enjoyed a long walk on the trails. We would definitely recommend to anyone wanting a great alternative to boring hotels.

WOW! What a beautiful place to stay. Glenda has setup the barn apartment as if you were staying in hotel, but quieter, more peaceful. Wifi that is fast, great selection of tv channels, your own phone line, toiletries and some continental food in the refrigerator. The kitchen is ready to cook almost any meal you would want. The place was well maintained and clean. The shower water was hot. We have absolutely nothing negative to say about our stay of 4 nights. Mark and Glenda are friendly,helpful and accommodating.

The Barn is a very unique and wonderful venue. It is extremely well stocked with all kinds of things you could possibly want. Mark and Glenda are terrific hosts and very accommodating and easy to communicate with. The horses, ducks and dogs are very friendly and great to be around. Highly recommend this place.

Everything is PERFECT! The barn apartment is beautiful, quiet, and very comfortable. Glenda has been an absolute amazing hostess and I could not have chosen a better place to spend my 2 year anniversary. We loved it so much we decided to stay an additional night! Will definitely be returning!

We really enjoyed our stay here. The home is lovely. The views are beautiful. We played games in the sun room all night by Christmas tree light and it was incredible.

The cottage was adorable. Even though we stayed in the summer it was cool enough for us to have a fire in the wood burning stove which we loved. The sunroom was amazing we spent a ton of time in there playing games and enjoying the view.

Our stay at the Waterfront Cottage was pleasant and quiet. The weather was great and sitting on the dock in the late afternoon was the highlight of our day. Paige and Jim were very kind in helping us put the kayaks in and out of the creek. It was great that we could bring our pets at no extra charge. Their pet Lily was a beautiful black lab that was very sweet. The only downside was the cleanliness of the kitchen. Floors were stained with something that had dripped in several places. Stove and trash can had grease and stains and needed general cleaning. Refrigerator needed real cleaning from spills. While I believe that previous guests had left belongings, beer, wine, condiments, etc.....for others to enjoy, the refrigerator was messy in need of a deep cleaning. After our time on the creek, we decided to grill our dinner. It was nice to have a grill but it too needed cleaning. I would have been happy to do just that but could not find a grill brush. Otherwise, the Cottage is comfortable and is as shown in pics. It is a good value for the money, but could be a bit tidier.

This was the tranquility and change of scenery that we were looking for. If you want a nice, slow-paced retreat, visit here! The cottage is right on the lake, making the vacation all the more special. Walk to the dock, ride a mountain bike, or take a kayak on the water. You'll have a great time!

The beach cottage was more than we could have hoped for. The sun room was lovely to relax in, the dock was perfect and Paige was a wonderful host who went above and beyond to give us a memorable day on the river. Everything was clean and well stocked and we were able to enjoy the grill. The Potomac was exquisite and we can't wait to come back !

Very peaceful and tranquil waterfront neighborhood where we felt privileged to enjoy during our stay. Great running, hiking and walking trails and woods to explore. Absolutely beautiful view of wide water creek from the back bedroom upon waking up. And great sunsets that could be viewed from both the sun room and the dock. We enjoyed bird watching and even saw a bald eagle! Perfect cottage and waterfront property to rest and relax.

Nice house on a river. Good communication from hosts (who ve rand incredible value.. The screened in room was our favorite place to hang out. Even on a 90 degree day the house stays cool in the shade of all the trees and with ceiling fans in every room. The kayaks were a blast.. Lots of wild life- in 2 days we saw turtles, deer, osprey and herons. This is not quite as secluded as some reviews made it sound. We did have a saturdday night party two houses down. Had good shrimp crabs from Toby about five miles away (the crab shack mentioned in directions.) Overall it was five star stay. T (which i dont give out as often as many reviewers.) thanks Paige and family.

Great place to get away.

Clean and friendly place to stay and very comfortable. They left snack as well which was a nice as well . I recommend this highly and host was very friendly

Stefan's place was one of the best AirBnB's that I have stayed at. I was pleasantly surprised that I was booked here for my weeklong business trip! The space is very spacious and clean. The kitchenette was perfect for my needs. They have wifi and extensive cable, which was great for relaxing in the evenings. Stefan was a great host, always available if I had questions. The place is in a safe, quiet neighborhood. I would recommend this AirBnB to anyone visiting Fredericksburg!

Comfortable I'm environment, they made sure you had everything you needed , and you get your own privacy and private entrance which is also nice , wish I had a basement place this of my own

Our family needed a spot close to Dahlgren to spend a week with our Navy family member. I chose Jay's in Colonial Beach because it looked to be a cute town, 20 minutes from Dahlgren and we could see the water and beach in 2 blocks. Robin provides beach chairs, noodles, boogie boards, an ice chest, and 2 beach towels. Everything we needed was there for a wonderful time at the beach. Inside, all beds were comfortable, clean, well located throughout the house and the kitchen was perfect! For our family of five the 1 1/2 bath worked out great. I'm so glad I decided to take the chance as we always have two bathrooms whenever we travel as we never had an issue. We grilled on the back porch and spent a few evenings sitting out relaxing. Inside provided wifi, wii and games, board games, a big tv and with the futon pulled out, we laid at watched movies a lot. This is a 5 star quaint cottage that we would rent again and again. Robin was a perfect host who went out of her way to make this special trip to visit our son, absolutely flawless. We loved Colonial Beach where we walked to Nancy's to get ice cream and to eat at Denson's Market (fresh crab and other seafood were amazing) and several other restaurants within walking distance. We rented a golf cart to explore, run to the Dollar Store, Food Lion, nightly entertainment and even a huge garage sale Saturday morning. The best surprise for us one morning was a ground hog in our back yard one morning!!! If you are thinking about renting Jays...hands down one of the neatest spots we have ever stayed in all our travels.

Robin was a great host with a beautiful home! Easy to get in touch with which made my stay even that more pleasant. Highly recommend if you're looking for a quiet getaway!

Great home friendly area has a very old timey/ family feeling and I loved how I could hear the church bells in the morning

This is an excellent house in a great location for a visit to Colonial Beach. We are a family of five (three young children ages 10, 6 and 4). The house was a perfect fit for us and a much better option with respect to size and cost than the hotel/motel rooms available in the area. You can walk to the beach and piers and there is great food nearby. The host met us promptly upon our arrival at the property and oriented us to the house and provided us with written instructions on the house and comprehensive recommendations on the offerings in Colonial Beach. In addition to providing a wide range of time for check-in, the host was flexible and generous with us on the checkout time. We hope the next time we visit the area, Jay's Cottage is available.

One of the best family "secret" retreat near DC. John and Monica are wonderful hosts

Beautiful little hideaway

Monica and John were wonderful hosts. The accommodations were warm and comfortable. They went above and beyond our expectations. We felt like part of the family. The scenery was beautiful. I wouldn't change a thing! I'm sure we will see them again.

John & Monika where great hosts, they will go above and beyond for their guests. Their property and ammenites were amazing. Very fun and outgoing people, they made my first time in VA awsome

Monica and John are wonderful hosts. The accommodation with view and direct access to the water is absolutely charming, we enjoyed staying there very, very much. Thanks for everything

What an awesome weekend fishing with my pals! John & Monica's house and location is incredible. They were very accommodating all across the board! We found a new favorite place to fish for what just may turn into a "few times a year" kind of place to get away. Everyone is very friendly! We are already looking at dates in the spring to return! Thanks again John & Monica! You're both top notch folks!

gracious hosts; shared wine, watched basketball,pet the dogs, chatted it up, and got to know one another in clean and comfortable environment and in ideal setting; water large trees, deer ideal vacation spot will return

This place is great. If your thinking of staying here don't hesitate, because it is definitely worth it. It is exactly as advertised and then some. Jon and Monica were very welcoming at made us feel at home upon arrival. They're also very nice and interesting people.

The Clarion was a very well appointed, comfortable, cozy place to stay. Very clean and the description was extremely accurate. Melinda and Ed went over and above expectations to make our stay comfortable. The special welcoming touches were very nice. I would highly recommend staying at The Clarion.

Wow, people, stay at this gorgeous apartment! So clean, quiet, private! You have a whole lovely apartment all to yourself. We brought our dog with us, and Melinda and Ed even have a fence yard. Great TV with all channels, comfy bed, beautiful bathroom and well appointed kitchen. You could easily stay for a week or more. And less than a 10 minute drive to downtown Fredericksburg. Can't wait to stay here again.

If you want to tour Fredericksburg, and you want to stay somewhere quiet, clean, and perfect, stay here. They are situated in a very quite neighborhood, and 10 minutes from historic downtown. The bed is so comfortable, the sheets and towels are baby soft, the living room couch is amazing, and the space is perfect for everything you may need. And because I have an strong allergy to cigarette smoke, it was refreshing to stay in a place that did not give me a migraine (most hotels, even nice hotels, people will disregard the no smoking and I end up with a horrible migraine). Now that we know this place is available so close to downtown, we are already planning a week long trip to visit the area next year! We will ALWAYS stay here!!!

I was their first visitor. What a great family!!! Veterans from the Navy. Two kids are still at home ) high school and college) - very polite. Their hospitality was incredible. They room and bathroom were private They not only opened their house but their hearts. They offered me everything from dinner to water to beer to blueberry muffins and oranges. THESE are great hosts.

Wonderful hosts! They made us feel right at home. They were very kind and helpful when we had to arrive late at night. Their house is clean and comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay!

From start to finish it was a wonderful experience. Bob was quick to respond to our questions. The check in was much later than we had hoped but they could not have been more accommodating. The home was lovely and comfortable and we felt completely at home (maybe better). It really was a great experiment and we would highly recommend them!!

Delightful people and (two delightful dogs). Very close to 95 and shopping, stores, etc. Close to Washington DC (within 50 miles). Lovely room and bathroom. Really enjoyed meeting this family. They were very welcoming.

the tiny houseboat was totally adorable. everybody at the marina was nice. the local ducks visited often. robin is a great host, she even offered her house to us when a storm blew in. i enjoyed the area, it's been years since i visited. robin knew all the good places to eat, we loved the lighthouse restaurant! we will definitely go back.

The Otter House offered a peaceful getaway experience. Very interesting venue - - little house pontoon. Clean. Cozy. Cool. Close to great food and live entertainment, but far enough away to offer a retreat.

Great tiny house-boat in the harbor. We had rainy weather and weren't able to enjoy being on the boat much for lounging around but made the best of it using the owner's recommendations (went to George Washington's birthplace down the road). Be prepared for a very tiny space -- no more than two people -- and traveling 50 feet to use the bathroom facilities. An enjoyable space for relaxing and, if the weather is nice, enjoying the beach, which is a stone's throw away.

We happened to come during a really bad storm– so our entire weekend involved water, rain, wind, more rain– Robin was really accommodating and offered a guest bedroom but we wanted to stick with the Otter House! It was pretty cool to be on the boat during high tide. Robin provides towels, sheets/blankets, pillows– but I also recommend bringing an extra blanket if you get cold easily, a cooler, & plastic bags to put your bags or personal items in so they don't get wet. There are a number of places to visit in the area: Washington, Monroe and Lee's birthplaces, vineyards, breweries and the dockside restaurant had Trivia Night and Live Music. Ola's Country Kitchen was our go-to spot for a breakfast or lunch, and do make a reservation for Denson's because their seafood is super fresh. We plan to come back to the area for the Oyster crawl in November!

What a wonderful stay! The Otter House was everything I expected and more. Everyone we met was super friendly including the amazing harbor master. The restaurant was terrific and even gave our dogs water. Love, loved this experience.

Robin was great and the boat was a blast!

First airbnb! Very unique place and story, worth a second visit. Robin was super personable and helpful during check in and letting us know what there was to do in the area. :-)

Robin was fantastic and very easy to deal with. She was responsive and helped us out with all of our needs.

This lovely place is very clean, quiet, and cosy. It has a beautiful view of the river. Susan was wonderful about communicating with me and ensuring I had a pleasant visit.

Very comfortable and charming cottage. Perfect distance from DC for a quick getaway. Ideal for me, my husband, our toddler and elderly dog. Love the proximity to Fredericksburg too. Host is WONDERFUL!

This is an ideal location to be right next to the beach in a quiet and serene location. Especially to disconnect(no wifi and ok cell service!) which is exactly what I was looking for. It's a quiet neighborhood, particularly in the winter and there were bald eagles everywhere.

Susan has a lovely home in an adorable area. She was super communicative and helpful and the house was exactly as described. I highly recommend if you are looking for a quiet place to disconnect (literally) as there no cable or wifi. There is a TV and a small DVD collection (with dvd player) though. If the weather is nice the water is about 200ft away and picturesque. The closest restaurant was okay (Tim II's Crab House) but if you are willing/able to drive for a little bit Mercantile in Fredricksberg is AMAZING for breakfast/lunch.

Susan's place had everything we needed! The fenced in yard and doggie door was perfect for our dogs to play in! The space is cozy, bright and clean and also has a beautiful view of the water from the couch. Susan was very accommodating and attentive to any questions or concerns we had! Would definitely book again!! Its the perfect spot for a private getaway to just relax.

We had an absolute amazing time! Very accommodating. The 1 floor apartment is clean, cozy and extremely cute. The host could not have been nicer and was very easy to get in contact with. This was a great place to stay for the area. Would highly recommend.

Jeronda's place was above and beyond what we expected. She and her family were so kind and gracious and made our stay feel like a home away from home. We were able to use their pool and enjoy their patio when we wanted. The communication was great. If we needed anything they worked with us! There was a space for us to park our car in the garage and walk right into the basement apartment where we stayed. Everything was beautiful, clean, and comfortable! Their home is away from all the city lights and from the highway so it was quiet and peaceful. My husband, mother-in-law, and myself would highly recommend her home and if we come to that area again, we would stay there again! We are so grateful we stayed there!

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Very welcoming and clean. I am very appreciative!!

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Very nice place, the best vacation chioce

The view from the patio is AMAZING and the semi-private beach area is very close! We had so much fun and would definitely visit again!

Great stay! Beautiful home, nice beaches, and cute town!

Fantastic views. Really quiet and comfortable. Robert was very helpful.

Robert's house was nicely decorated and with great access to the beautiful marshes - just as conveyed in the photos! We enjoyed our stay and are eager to spend more time exploring Colonial Beach.

Great Spot! A short walk to a beautiful secluded beach. Robert was very easy to communicate with and we would definitely return!

Robert was a gracious and communicative host who wants his guests to have the very best time. We were two couples, each with toddlers and enjoyed this location as a home base for a few days over the 4th of July weekend. We enjoyed the Westmoreland Berry Farm (delicious blackberries, baby goats, and an onsite cafe), the Westmoreland State Park - great hiking and swimming pool, George Washington's Birthplace - exceeded our expectations in its size, beauty and things to do, and the Ingleside Winery - beautiful courtyard. The bonus was watching the fireworks across the bay from the back deck!!!

Beautiful secluded getaway with walkable little beach! Very comfortable setting and excellent communication.

Had a lovely weekend at Jen's beach bungalow! Jen was very accommodating and the house was just what we were looking for.

PLEASE disregard the previous reviews. This place and the town of Colonial Beach are total gems! To anyone looking for a laid-back beach getaway without the fuss of big beach congestion, look no further. My husband, daughter and I spent the weekend taking it all in on foot, yes...everything is within easy walking distance. In fact, the beachfront is only a 3 1/2 minute WALK from Jen's house! You can park and walk to many great restaurants with high quality live music. I'm a musician, so I know the difference between a good band and a not-so-good band. We heard THREE great groups: a cover bans, a blues band and a guitar/vocal duo. We loved lounging at dockside restaurant as well as people watching at the busier end of town. I totally loved coming back in the evening and sitting on the porch swing to read for hours after my daughter had gone to bed. With two separate bedrooms, both with GREAT quality mattresses, there is plenty of space for a family travelling with a child or possibly two children. We didn't get the chance to enjoy the backyard, but it would be perfect for families traveling with dogs. Quirky yet non-cluttered decor make this is a perfect spot to enjoy all that colonial beach has to offer.

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Thanks for a wonderful week. The kids enjoyed themselves and loved sitting on the deck watching the boats come and go and the array of golf carts!

Glenda and Jim's place was very clean and comfortable. It has a slanted ceilings in the kitchen dining room area, it was not a problem for me but if you are tall it might feel a little closed in. The rest of the apartment has standard height ceilings. The view of the bay is beautiful with colorful sunsets. Parking was easy, and we enjoyed walking through the neighborhood. It is a quiet neighborhood, golf carts and easy going people are the heart of the area. If you want a great burger, go to Dockside.

We came for a ladies weekend at Colonial Beach and really enjoyed our stay at the loft. Glenda greeted us upon arrival and was very helpful when we couldn't get the wifi to work. The loft is very cozy and clean. We stayed on the deck most of the time we were there and enjoyed the views and golf cart watching. We saw 4 bald eagles while there! They have a great SmartTV with Netflix, etc, but there is no cable, just FYI. Glenda and Jim were great at recommending places to go watch some college football. :)

A small but sunny two bedroom upper floor apartment, where you get large glass sliding doors, opening onto a porch. As the picture shows, the house is right next a marina. The apartment is well decorated, you can tell that owners put their hearts into it -- you feel the place has a personality. The marina is on the inner side of the bay, so even if it is a windy day (or more like a windy afternoon), this side of the bay is much quieter. The road between the house and the marina did not bother us much, very little traffic. The area is walkable, we even managed to take out our baby in a stroller. Overall, it is a small beach town that is probably very much alive during the season. True to the name, there is actually a relatively decent sandy beach, although it was too cold for us to use it. I would come back here in the summer. We didn't meet the owners, who were out of town during our stay.

This is a lovely little beach bungalow that has a terrific sunset view - the kitchen is well equipped and beds are comfy

Beautiful setting overlooking the water! Very relaxing small town.

We had a very relaxing week with a beautiful view and easy access to the beach - both were wonderful. The décor in the apartment was done with taste and great care and made us feel like we were on vacation with all the beach themes. Had to make a call to Glenda the first day and she was gracious in helping us figure out what was happening with the AC. We also had a chance to meet Jim and appreciated his kindness and warmth.

We spent a short weekend just before Christmas at Marina Sunset, and had a wonderful time. Although it was cold, the weather was clear so we were able to enjoy the beautiful view from the deck. The apartment was very cozy - extra blankets and easy to use heating instructions. Glenda and Jim were great hosts and had everything prepared before we arrived. They also checked in with us to make sure we had everything we needed and offered tips on different activities in town. We wished we were able to take more advantage of the screened-in back porch, which had all sorts of board games and a big checkerboard table that was a hit. This is a great place if you're looking for a small, relaxing beach town experience - would highly recommend!

Our family had a relaxing and fun three day weekend in Colonial Beach. Lisa's cottage is charming and very clean. It's equipped with everything you need. Lisa was thoughtful, considerate, and prompt with all communications. I would definitely recommend her place for a relaxing get-away.

The description was right on. Place was very convenient to the beach. Friendly neighborhood. Everything we needed was provided.

We had a great stay at this cute house! Everything was very homey, set up well for us, and the location is amazing!

We really enjoyed our stay at the Four Seasons cottage! The cottage itself is very cozy and was perfect four what we needed it for and also worked great for sleeping our 10 month old son. Lisa provides everything that you would need in the kitchen including spices and condiments. The cottage is a short distance from the beach and from cute little area restaurants. Lisa also keeps a running list of restaurants and menus for helping you find your way around :) Definitely recommend!

Great little cottage, well equipped - clean and quiet ..loved being able to bring my Molly dog who enjoyed running loose in the fenced in backyard

Four Seasons cottage was a lovely spot for a little getaway to Colonial Beach. It was a great homebase for hanging out at the beach and enjoying the great good the town has to offer. Would definitely recommend to anyone - from single travelers to families.

The four seasons cottage was cozy and comfortable. It was well equipped with everything I needed. The town is quaint and nice for walking.

The cozy cottage was just as advertised! We had everything we needed and greatly enjoyed our stay. Thank you!