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

Colonial Beach accommodation with kitchen

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A wooden pier extending into calm waters at sunset.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.
A small, single-story house with a porch and a screened-in area, surrounded by a white picket fence and trees.
A small, single-story house with a porch and a picnic table.
A compact kitchen with a built-in oven, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Colonial Beach, VA
  • Place, Colonial Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Colonial Beach Historical Society
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Bayside Marina
    ‪12 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Colonial Beach

On river.You'll find Colonial Beach and Bayside Marina within a 15-minute walk of this Colonial Beach cottage. Colonial Beach Historical Society and Potomac River are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Colonial Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Colonial Beach Historical Society - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bayside Marina - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Monrovia - 5 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Ingleside Vineyards - 15 min drive - 11.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dockside Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Los Hermanos - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Riverboat on the Potomac - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Ledo Pizza - ‬4 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.

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 amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Smoking not allowed

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

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Blue Heron Cottage is cozy & convenient. Renovated March 2023! to the airport?

This cottage is 68.9 mi (97-min drive) away from the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Blue Heron Cottage is cozy & convenient. Renovated March 2023! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Blue Heron Cottage is cozy & convenient. Renovated March 2023! to the beach?

This cottage is a short 8-minute walk from Colonial Beach and 17.6 mi (26-min drive) from The Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Blue Heron Cottage is cozy & convenient. Renovated March 2023! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Blue Heron Cottage is cozy & convenient. Renovated March 2023!?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Blue Heron Cottage is cozy & convenient. Renovated March 2023!?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Blue Heron Cottage is cozy & convenient. Renovated March 2023! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Blue Heron Cottage is cozy & convenient. Renovated March 2023! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Blue Heron Cottage is cozy & convenient. Renovated March 2023! to downtown Colonial Beach?

This cottage is 0.8 mi away from Colonial Beach.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellie W.

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Our stay

As advertised, had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David J.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage! Very clean and well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad C.

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

Anniversary Getaway

Such a beautiful cottage in a great location. We enjoyed it so much, and can't wait to come back. I can't recommend the Blue Heron Cottage enough. We will definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan P.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellie W.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody S.

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alice F.

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S.

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wanda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Whitney J.

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

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