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Blue Heron Cottage is cozy & convenient. Renovated March 2023!

Find serenity at this charming coastal cottage where you can soak up sunset views on your private front porch or explore local beaches.

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Beach nearby
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby
Beach nearby

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Blue Heron Cottage is cozy & convenient. Renovated March 2023!

Blue Heron Cottage is a cozy beach cottage offering 2 bedrooms - Master w/Queen bed and Guest Room with Twin & Full size bunk beds. Cottage was completely renovated in March 2023. Enjoy a screened porch off the living room and amazing sunset views over Monroe Bay right from your front porch! Ample fenced yard, private driveway and outdoor seating. Monroe Bay is 1 block from the cottage and the Potomac River is 3 blocks. Easy access to beach, local restaurants and stores. The grocery store is 5 minutes by car. Use of golf cart is available for additional fee. Cottage offers guests Wi-Fi and cable. Bath towels and bed linens are provided. Please bring your own beach towels.

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Property manager

Heather or Ed Donahue

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Ice maker
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the river

Things to do

  • Winery tours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Marina nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: Dog must be cleaned up after.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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 neighborhood

Map
Colonial Beach, VA

What's nearby

  • Colonial Beach - 8 min walk
  • Bayside Marina - 10 min walk
  • Colonial Beach Historical Society - 13 min walk
  • James Monroe Birthplace - 6 min drive
  • George Washington Birthplace National Monument - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dockside Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wilkerson's Seafood Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bobby K's Roadside Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Riverboat on the Potomac - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Heron Cottage is cozy & convenient. Renovated March 2023! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Blue Heron Cottage is cozy & convenient. Renovated March 2023!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Heron Cottage is cozy & convenient. Renovated March 2023!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blue Heron Cottage is cozy & convenient. Renovated March 2023! located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Colonial Beach, Bayside Marina, and Colonial Beach Historical Society. Potomac River and James Monroe Birthplace are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Blue Heron Cottage is cozy & convenient. Renovated March 2023! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Harry L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Property was exactly as expressed clean, convenient.. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catharine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place!
Very clean and convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Libby M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
We enjoyed our stay. The cottage was perfect for our get away. It was clean and had everything we needed. The owners are very responsive to any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rolf T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Break
Perfect little cottage to enjoy all that is C beach. Fenced yard for the dog was a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Stay
We really enjoyed our long weekend at this listing. The best part was the screened in porch and the outdoor space. The place was clean and check in/out was easy. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blue Heron
The cottage was just what we were looking for. Clean, cute, and very convenient to restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing clean cottage in a quiet fun little community!
We had a great time at this cottage. The owners are super nice and the home was very clean! We booked another weekend while we were still there! Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved this property. Everything was clean and comfortable. Everything looked to be newly remodeled. Easy check in/out. And it was easy to get around town and to the beach from the location. It was very quiet and relaxing. This was the perfect place for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet
Colonial Beach is a quaint, quiet and friendly town. This cottage is super sweet and fits the area. The golf cart and location of the home were perfect to see sunrises and sunsets every day.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful weekend at Blue Heron Cottage
This property was a great fit for our small family and large dog, who loved lounging on the porch. The renovations are thoughtful, everything was comfortable, the neighborhood was quiet, and communicating with our hosts was fantastic. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Favorite Place!
This is our 3rd visit in the last year and will continue to be our “go to” in Colonial Beach! The upgrades in the home since our last visit look amazing! Heather is super responsive and accommodating! Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent beach cottage
The property is renovated and is extremely clean. The location is walking distance to the waterfront and was a very comfortable place to stay. The owner was prompt to respond and very courteous. We plan to rent again. Thanks!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

rachel B., Richmond, va

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy property in a beautiful spot
Stayed here with our friends for the weekend. They had a dog and small child so the fenced in property was perfect! Enjoyed the screened in porch at night. We added on a golf cart and had a blast discovering the area. Loved seeing all the different homes around us and ate/drank a few times at Dockside which was a really fun, vacation vibe. Will definitely come back to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W., Bunker Hill

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient and newly renovated
The cottage was just as we expected! A nice place to unwind and enjoy the area with family. Safe and quiet neighborhood. Having the golf cart added to our rental was well worth having! Fun to drive around (and keep the sand out of our car). Our favorite restaurant was High Tides on the boardwalk. We look forward to returning in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb Renovation
Very accommodating. Enjoyed the screened porch and fenced yard for our dog. Minor suggestions - paring knife, drain stand for dishes, and two-ply toilet paper.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect quick trip!
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our trip! The house is in a great and convenient location, easily accessible to all the food places and beaches. We were able to rent a golf cart for our stay from the owners we used to get everywhere. The screened porch was perfect for enjoying coffee and breakfast in the AM and a glass of wine from one of the local wineries in the PM. We were even allowed to bring our dog and with a gated yard, she could run around as she pleased. Any questions we had were quickly responded to, would recommend to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mini-Moon
My ❤️husband❤️ and I decided to take a last minute mini-honeymoon after we got married this past weekend. As always, Heather was AMAZING! As repeat guests (and being aware of our nuptials) we walked into the cottage and were greeted with a sweet card, beautiful bottle of champagne and DELICIOUS charcuterie board! We appreciated the extra effort to help make our quick getaway even more special!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful & relaxing
This was a great place for us to stay. It was very clean, cozy and comfortable. It is nestled between the river and the bay - the location is perfect. We enjoyed relaxing on the screened in porch and our little dog LOVED the fenced in yard. The driveway fit our three cars easily and the home had everything we needed - the kitchen was well stocked (except for toaster or blender). Everything was in working order including the a/c, w/d, keurig machine, smart tv and sleep sofa. It was the perfect little get-away for our family that included 4 adults, 1 child and 1 pupper. Communication with the owner was top notch. Would definitely recommend and return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Heather and Ed are superb hosts. The home was very clean, well stocked and in the perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and perfect for my families accommodations
Very clean and in a great location. Would love to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Don’t pass this up!
Perfect size house. Clean/Comfortable Use of golf cart to get around was awesome. I’m already looking at my calendar for 2025 to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cottage
We really enjoyed our stay at Blue Heron Cottage. Our dog Rosie especially liked the fenced yard and screened in porch, where she basked in the sun. The location was central and convenient for my husband and I to enjoy local oysters, a winery tour, and a hike in Caladon State Park. We had never been to Colonial Beach before, but we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lucinda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blue Heron Cottage
Property was clean and located between the bay and river. Community was friendly and very interesting.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

n s s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage
This is a great cottage . Close to everything, but in a quaint quiet neighborhood. You won’t be disappointed its even better than the pictures. Absolutely perfect for a small family and dog. Screened porch and outside decks were great . Definitely a five star.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024