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

Riverside cottage with kitchen and patio

Escape to Blue Heron Cottage, a cozy beach retreat with sunset views over Monroe Bay from your front porch. Relax in the screened porch off the living room or stroll 1 block to the bay and 3 blocks to the Potomac River. This completely renovated cottage offers Wi-Fi, cable, and ample outdoor seating.

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

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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!

Riverside cottage with kitchen and patio

This smoke-free cottage features laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.

Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. This Colonial Beach cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

Beach nearby

Internet

Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room

Entertainment

Games
TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

Near the marina
On a river

Things to do

Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Swimming nearby
Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Deadbolt lock

General

Garden

Similar properties

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

HK$3,060 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are 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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include 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 Colonial Beach, this cottage is on a river. Bayside Marina and Ingleside Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Land's End Wildlife Management Area and Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

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What's nearby

Colonial Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Colonial Beach Historical Society - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Bayside Marina - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
James Monroe Birthplace - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
Monrovia - 6 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

‪Dockside Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
‪Wilkerson's Seafood Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
‪Drift Seafood & Bar - ‬16 min walk
‪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!?

Checkout 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 miles (5 km).

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

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Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Kellie W.

4 Jul 2025

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

Love this cottage!

This is our second year staying in this beautiful cottage - just perfect for the three of us! Would highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate L.

28 Jul 2025

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

Lovely cottage! Very clean and well maintained.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

18 May 2025

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

Our stay

As advertised, had a great time!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David J.

18 Jul 2025

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

Great little house close to the river and to Monroe Bay. Perfect house for a mini getaway for my wife and I. Communication with the hosts was super easy, and the use of the golf cart was a huge added bonus!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan P.

22 Jun 2025

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

Enjoyed Our Stay

The recently updated Blue Heron Cottage was neat and clean and the beds were truly comfortable. The cottage is just a short walk to the shops and restaurants in Colonial Beach. The attractions at Westmoreland State Park, including Fossil Beach, are a short drive away.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew Y.

3 Nov 2024

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

Harry L.

5 Oct 2023

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

alice F.

8 May 2025

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

Cozy quarters

Wonderful golf cart community! Perfect way to relax, short walk to the water in either direction. Meet allot of the locals, enjoyed the local breweries and restuarants.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanda W.

21 Jul 2025

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

Perfect

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catharine W.

17 Aug 2023

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

Beautiful place!

Very clean and convenient location

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

7 Apr 2025

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

Blue Heron

It is the perfect location for a four day getaway. The Cottage is always clean and organized.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

11 Nov 2024

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

Kellie W.

4 Jul 2024

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

Great little Cottage!

We really enjoyed our stay! It was very clean, had a great location and we enjoyed the screened in porch! We brought our dog and we were happy it had a fenced in yard! 😊

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cody S.

2 Jul 2024

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

Great Quiet Getaway

Location was great, quiet, and simple. The place was clean, spacious, and great for the two of us to enjoy relaxation right by the water. The outdoor patio was great and plenty of food options just a few minutes away. We had a great stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

9 Jun 2023

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

Pia K.

12 May 2025

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

Ideal location!

Really cute home! Could use a blow dryer, I never travel with one because every vacation rental has at least one. Also, maybe better quality bath towels & bedding. Loved the use of the golf cart!!Thank you, Colonial Beach is wonderful!Loved

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Libby M.

7 May 2024

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

8/10 Good

Lucinda W.

3 Oct 2024

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

Ellen S.

29 Jun 2024

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

Colonial Beach vacation 2024

We rented a cute house. It was perfect for us. It was extremely clean, quiet and perfect from beach area. Perfect to dockside and high tide. We loved our stay and the neighborhood.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rolf T.

31 Mar 2024

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

Whitney J.

12 Jan 2025

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

NYE 2025

We enjoyed a relaxing and rejuvenating time here while we rang in the new year. The home was lovely and the community was friendly.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

14 Sept 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

17 Jul 2023

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

Linda W.

9 Oct 2024

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