Cottage au bord de l'eau paisible à Kinsale, VA

Our family of four had a wonderful time at this quintessential river house. Karen was lovely and had everything set up. The views were amazing, the house perfectly situated, and we had such a fun time floating near the dock and kayaking in the two they provided.

The property was comfortable and very clean. The kitchen was extremely well stocked. The mattress in the master bedroom was comfortable. All fans, lights, etc. worked with no issues. The WiFi was blazing fast. The owner provided plenty of supplies (toilet paper, paper towels, laundry detergent, etc.).

We really enjoyed sitting on the dock, swinging in the hammock, using the fire pit, and venturing out in the two-person kayak.

The property owner was very responsive to questions (for example, we wanted advice for getting the kayak in the water) and good about checking in to make sure everything was going well.

Nothing but good things to say about the property and the owner!

We found peace and beauty in the location, the water, the nature, and the cottage. It is very well appointed and feels more like home than a rental, and had everything we needed. Karen was responsive and accommodating. We would definitely come back, and hope to do so in the fall!

Our stay was simply amazing! The occasion of our visit was a girls' weekend. We found this cottage as a middle ground where we could meet. From our first views of both the inside and outside, we were truly enchanted. Before we even went inside, we walked out back and were so thrilled with the size of the outdoor space and the beauty of the river. Once we were inside, we found that the décor was exactly what was shown in the photos and was so welcoming and inviting. It was so comfortable for all three of us!

We found fun activities to do in the nearby locations. We shopped in Montross, visited General's Ridge Winery, and ate at some yummy restaurants. Our time back at the cottage was spent relaxing, chatting and even completing a puzzle provided by the owners.

One of the most incredible parts of our trip was getting up early and watching a gorgeous sunrise over the river. I would highly recommend staying here!

Driving to the locations is a beautiful drive. The area is rural and beautiful. We reserved this house for my mother’s birthday. Let me first say that the photos don’t do the home justice. When you pull up the front yard is beautifully laid out with a great semi-circle driveway. Upon entering, the home is as described and more. With this home a lot of attention to detail was given in the layout and amenities. My mom, who notices everything, was very impressed. The three bedrooms are large and well decorated. The beds were also very comfy. Having stayed at other places you never know if you’ll be laying on concrete beds or something nice. The two bathrooms were also well appointed and very clean.

The screened in porch, back yard and dock were all wonderful and serene. In the back is a fire pit and picnic table. We had fun roasting marshmallows one night. The home had fun yard games for us to use too. There is plenty of seating outside and on the porch to enjoy meals or spend time watching the wildlife and boats.

A tip if you are coming from larger areas, definitely bring your essentials. Don’t expect a coffee shop down the street or a bakery for a quick bite. On the plus, the house is very well stocked with basic essentials (spices and some coffee). We had everything we needed to make meals.

There is really nothing negative I have to say. Communication with the owners was perfect, and the house was well prepared. The home is not overwhelming but spacious enough for families to enjoy. There’s enough to do that kids will not miss tv or internet. Our stay was wonderful and a memorable for my mom on her birthday. I hope to be able to visit again.