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Quiet Riverfront House with Private Sandy Beach. Close to Colonial Williamsburg.

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On the beach, sun loungers
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 101800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Hayes, VA
  • Place, Cuba Island
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Busch Gardens Williamsburg
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Naval Station Norfolk
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Hayes

On the beach.Stay at this Hayes vacation home and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Cuba Island and 6 miles (10 km) of Gloucester County Public Library. York River Crossing and Crown Pointe Marina are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cuba Island - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Busch Gardens Williamsburg - 23 min drive - 16.2 miles
  • Water Country USA - 25 min drive - 18.3 miles
  • College of William and Mary - 30 min drive - 22.2 miles
  • Naval Station Norfolk - 51 min drive - 43.2 miles

Getting around

  • Williamsburg Transportation Center - 32 min drive
  • Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪York River Oyster Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Scoot's BBQ - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hana Sushi - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tony & Milena's Pizzeria - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Quiet Riverfront House with Private Sandy Beach. Close to Colonial Williamsburg.

Welcome to your wonderful waterfront retreat at the Getaway River House and escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life as you arrive at this hidden gem on the York River! Nestled just a stone's throw away from the historic charm of Williamsburg and Yorktown, this serene sanctuary offers the perfect blend of convenience and tranquility. With accommodations for 10, the Getaway is an ideal location for cozy to large families or multi-family vacations.
Step onto your private white sand beach, where you can enjoy swimming, fishing, crabbing, birdwatching, and kayaking or paddleboarding. The warm sand beckons you to unwind and soak up the sun's warm embrace while relaxing with a good book. Immerse yourself in river life and take advantage of the crabbing, fishing, canoeing, and kayaking right at your doorstep. Guests will find beach chairs, a canoe, life jackets, and miscellaneous beach equipment like noodles, rafts, etc. for their use during their stay at the Getaway.
For a day of adventure explore the surrounding area with a trip to historic Yorktown just over the bridge (4 miles), cruise the scenic Colonial Parkway to Colonial Williamsburg and Jamestown (18.2 miles), spend the day at Busch Gardens (17 miles) or get in a round or 2 of golf at one of the many gorgeous courses the area has to offer!
Whip up delicious meals in the beautiful large renovated full kitchen, equipped with all the essentials including double ovens, refrigerator, ice maker, dishwasher, and microwave. Plenty of room to work and plenty pf cookware and kitchen gadgets including a drip coffee maker and a Keurig, a blender, a griddle, and lots of little extra kitchen gadgets. Enjoy your culinary creations in the dining area, step out onto the sun porch, or enjoy the outdoor table and glider all offering picturesque views of the river for an alfresco dining experience you won’t soon forget. If you’re looking to grill out a charcoal grill is available too. We include some basic staples to get you started including some paper products, some dish soap, and of course fresh linens for the beds and bath towels.
Traditionally available for weekly rentals, we also offer flexible arrangements for weekend getaways or split-week stays, perfect for accommodating your family or friends visiting from out of town. Why settle for the ordinary when you can experience the extraordinary at the Getaway River House with Private Beach?

The Getaway is a large free-standing home on about an acre lot. Originally built in 1950, so it is not brand new and has some interesting quirks and some transitions between rooms with a small step. The primary bedroom does have a private bath and walk-in shower and a jetted double tub, but both have steps to access them. We have a couple of caretakers who live nearby to take care of the grass and provide assistance should any emergency pop up that needs immediate attention. Book your escape today and make memories to last a lifetime.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Get-a-way River House Hayes
Get a way River House
Get-a-way River House Hayes
Get-a-way River House Private vacation home
Get-a-way River House Private vacation home Hayes

Frequently asked questions

How close is Quiet Riverfront House with Private Sandy Beach. Close to Colonial Williamsburg. to the airport?

This vacation home is 17.7 mi (27-min drive) away from the Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Quiet Riverfront House with Private Sandy Beach. Close to Colonial Williamsburg. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Quiet Riverfront House with Private Sandy Beach. Close to Colonial Williamsburg. to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Quiet Riverfront House with Private Sandy Beach. Close to Colonial Williamsburg. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Quiet Riverfront House with Private Sandy Beach. Close to Colonial Williamsburg.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Quiet Riverfront House with Private Sandy Beach. Close to Colonial Williamsburg.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Quiet Riverfront House with Private Sandy Beach. Close to Colonial Williamsburg.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Quiet Riverfront House with Private Sandy Beach. Close to Colonial Williamsburg. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Quiet Riverfront House with Private Sandy Beach. Close to Colonial Williamsburg. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Quiet Riverfront House with Private Sandy Beach. Close to Colonial Williamsburg. to downtown Hayes?

This vacation home is 3.6 mi away from Hayes.

Quiet Riverfront House with Private Sandy Beach. Close to Colonial Williamsburg. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 132 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were satisfied and had a great time
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley P.

Overall the place worked well for our needs and the backyard/view was amazing! The property itself was not very clean though at check in. We found random socks under furniture and so many cobwebs under kitchen cabinets. It’s unfortunate for the price we paid to not have a completely clean house to use. There were also no kitchen towels and not hand towels in all of the bathrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect and peaceful waterfront home. Fabulous hosts. Close to historic triangle for convenience but far enough away that you can leave it all behind and just relax. One caveat for this house though. It wouls not be ideal for anyone with mobility issues because it has numerous steps and ledges. Other than that, it is heaven! Thank you so much for allowing us to be your guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Al R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Molly S., St. Paul, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved staying here over Labor Day weekend, mostly because of the amazing view and wonderful private beach. The house was clean and very accommodating for a large group. The neighbors were super friendly and helpful. I would recommend this stay. However, there are a few issues with the house. Small steps between the rooms on the main floor lead to stubbed toes and tripping. Guests should not have to provide toilet paper and paper towels, as they should be considered a necessity. Some dish towels and more hands towels and wash cloths would be nice too. Also, concerning the directions to the property, it would be helpful to let guests know that they should turn on Browns Lane to get to Butner Lane. The MAPS App had us turn earlier, into a dead end. We arrived in the dark, so it was a difficulty navigating to the address.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb G., Delanson, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
The home and property were absolutely perfect for our family! The location is optimal for a vacation combo of education and beach, we enjoyed both!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luther P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place, beautiful location, beach was great.Great Kitchen roomy and well stocked.Would stay here again. Neighbors were friendly and great.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property! Very spacious with an amazing view! Clean, in a great location, friendly neighbors!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

There was plenty of space for 6 adults. It was very clean. The kitchen was spacious for cooking and had everything you would need, except cookie sheets. The kitchen table was very large for meals and playing games. The view was beautiful and it was very peaceful sitting outside. There was a lot of seaweed on the beach that had to be raked. The location of the property was private yet convenient to restaurants and grocery stores. We had planned a history vacation and it didn’t disappoint. We all had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lori S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

Very nice home. Only issues were the ants in the kitchen. Had plenty of room for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy W., Monticello, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time. The place was as expected. Clean and comfortable and very spacious.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Close to the historic triangle.

The house is older. There are several weird step ups in the house and none of us left without having stubbed our toes multiple times. The house was clean but could definitely use a deep clean sometime. It would not be ideal for the elderly and is not handicap accessible at all. The yard was great though very big and the views from the beach were very nice. The location is perfect if Yorktown, Jamestown and Williamsburg are where you are visiting. I would stay here again but would like it if the carpets were cleaner next time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica K.

Liked: Cleanliness

House a little quirky

We mainly picked this property for the location, and we were mostly happy with that aspect of the stay. The property was convenient to Williamsburg and Busch Gardens while still being on the water. But there were neighboring properties very close by (literally sharing the lot), and while the neighbors were friendly, we didn't expect to be interacting with anyone. The house itself was quirky. The layout of the upstairs isn't ideal because you had to go through one of the bedrooms to access 2 other rooms, and our teens were not happy about that. There were also small steps up and down to all the rooms on the main floor, which we tripped on several times. And none of us were used to well water. Although we used the provided water cooler to drink, the smell of the well water made showering unpleasant, and we cooked with it at one point and the pasta was nearly inedible. And our friends complained that the upstairs bedroom with the queen bed, the mattress was very firm and uncomfortable, and the blinds would not close all the way so the sun woke them up early each day.These were all minor issues and some of us were more willing to overlook them than others, but my group would not choose to rent this property again if we were looking in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for a Colonial Weekend!

Great location for a weekend spent at Jamestown, Colonial Williamsburg and Busch Gardens! Awesome that we got to use the canoe! Also, really nice kitchen!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

DJ G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Marc E.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Riverfront Weekend Stay

The house really needs a deep clean, and some maintenance items need to be addressed.The kitchen was not well stocked with silverware, and there's a limited selection of cookware. None of the bathrooms had hand soap or hand towels, and we had to purchase kleenex and toilet paper. These are generally provided in VRBO rentals.There's not much room in the "living room", considering the number of bedrooms. The layout of the house is odd, broken up into small areas. Several of the flooring thresholds are trip hazards.The upstairs has a nice play area for kids.The kitchen is very large, with a large table and bar area. Double ovens was a plus. The view of the river is nice.We parked 4 cars without issue. The property shares a driveway and parking area with a neighboring rental. Our trashcan was full after a three night stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family weekend together

Excellent place to enjoy 4 generations of my family. Plenty of space to play with my grandkids outside and games to enjoy on the inside. Very quiet neighborhood and plenty of privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rustic Getaway, Off beaten Path

This home is very humble and cozy, which is to say, if you're into amenities and shiny things, it's not for you. We had (4) adults and (6) kids all in the rental, which had adequate spacing and sleeping arrangements, linens and towels all provided. It's a true weathered lake cabin, with canoe, fishing poles, and the likes. Wonderful family and friend memories made.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vita D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Riverfront house

Loved everything about this property! House was bigger than i pictured. Many rooms, lots of space. Will definitely hope to return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phantom Hill Farm

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Weekend Getaway

We had a great family getaway. We especially loved the screened in front porch, private beach, and the generosity of the hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Paula W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Suggestions

We enjoyed our stay. It was relaxed and enjoyable ! The only comments I would like to make for fix, not so much negative ! Water pressure in the showers was low, the back porch door closure jammed and we removed it, laid it on porch table to secure the door. Private beach alot of seaweed, kids not able to play in sand or water
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Angie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls getaway

Nice big house. Friendly neighbors.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness

better than the listing!!

Truly amazing stay! The house is terrific and a great place to be out of the way of the bustle, while still remaining close enough to nearby activities. Like i said, we were blown away by how much better the property is than the listing gives it justice! It was a bit confusing to find the first time, as the number isnt displayed on the road. But if you have sharp eyes, you'll find it. If you want to swim, pay attention to what the tides are doing. But the water was amazing. Only true complaint: many of the windows were hard to operate, or almost completely inoperable. But this had an extremely limited impact on our enjoyment of our time there. Check in and check out also super easy. Would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024