Escape to the historic Northern Neck region of Virginia and unwind at Mom and Pop's cottage, a charming retreat situated on deep water with a small beach. Explore 25 acres of land, enjoy crabbing, fishing, or boating nearby and relax in the evenings on one of two screened porches.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61200 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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About this property
Rustic Quaint Cottage With Spectacular Views
Please read this entire description before renting as it contains detailed information about what to expect and the pet policy and check in and out considerations (at the end of description.
For over 70 years our family has owned Mom and Pop's cottage. Reputed to be the first home on Honest Point. the cottage is the epitome of relaxed uncomplicated living. The house was renovated and upgraded for guests about 8 years ago and we continue to add improvements as the needs arise.
Mom and Pop's cottage is situated on deep water and has a small beach. The shore drops off slowly providing small children with safe places to play in the water. The surrounding acres provide ample opportunities for children and pets to roam around. The owner's family lives in the house next door and is immediately available should there be problems but otherwise tries to leave guests alone to enjoy Mom and Pop's without interference.
The interior includes an equipped kitchen, two bedrooms, (a queen bed in one, 2 doubles in the other), one bathroom w shower, living room office space and two screened porches.
The house is located in the historic Northern Neck region of Virginia. Enjoy crabbing, fishing, boating, kayaking, winery tours, local breweries, and the historic homes of George Washington, Robert E Lee and James Monroe.
If you prefer wildlife rather than night life this is the place for you. Wake up each morning to eagles, geese, herons, and local crabbers fishing their pots. This is a quiet rural location with plenty of acreage which will give you the chance to get away from the bustle and stress of the city. Most amenities can be reached within 30 minutes.
A note for those from the city -- we live in an area where "critters" are a fact of life. Some of them are a pleasure to see and some of them are a nuisance. We make every effort to accent the positive and eliminate the negative critters that you may encounter . Should you encounter any unwelcome visitors you should call us immediately and we will address the problem.
Can be rented for the summer or the year at reduced rates
HURRICANE and INCLEMENT weather policy. If weather conditions threaten your trip, contact the owner by telephone or text before cancelling or travelling. Generally speaking, if the house is safe and ready for occupancy, there will be no refunds made. If the owner has to cancel your reservation for safety or other reasons, you will receive a refund. Other options such as rescheduling may apply so be sure to call or text.
PET POLICY -- We love having dogs visit and they are free to use the property unleashed. Please note that there is a $25/pet per stay fee payable at the property.
CHECK IN AND OUT TIMES -- These times vary depending on the surrounding reservations. If there are other guests arriving or departing on the same days your arrive or depart your check in times will be 4:00 PM and check out times will be 10:00 AM. Otherwise you are free to check in and out at your convenience. I will notify you about these times during our messages.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Porch/lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk chair
Office
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near the marina
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours 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)
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
Special check-in instructions
The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out time is flexible; to make arrangements, please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a first aid kit
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
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Rustic Quaint Cottage With Spectacular Views pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
Where is Rustic Quaint Cottage With Spectacular Views located?
This Lottsburg vacation home is on the beach, 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Coan River Marina, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Heathsville Farmers' Market and Rice's Hotel / Hughlett's Tavern. Bush Mill Stream Natural Area Preserve and Kinsale Museum are also within 12 mi (20 km).
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The cottage is charming, clean and well stocked. There is a small sandy beach, which is nice. Great area for boating. The host was easy to work with and responsive. And the views are stunning. Had a great trip.
We stayed at Mom and Pop’s cottage for 3 weeks this past August and it was wonderful! Our hosts were very hospitable and we had everything we needed for a relaxing vacation. The house and surrounding area is great for kids (our 3 year old LOVED the private beach). We highly recommend choosing the cottage if you’re looking for a remote escape with a beautiful view - and you must try the crabs!
Very good experience, my son enjoyed the beach to the fullest, my wife and I enjoyed the panoramic view, the crabs, the blue crab and the fishing.
A very good experience with tranquility and peace.
If you are looking for a rural place with tranquility and a beautiful environment, this is the place for you.
Wonderful pet friendly cottage on the water. Very relaxing location and the screened in porches were a great plus to help stimulate our dogs during the heat of the day. The cottage was stocked with almost anything you could think of including common condiments. Nancy also accommodated a change of dates for us as well without an issue.
If I could own a river house, I would want it to be just like this one, beautiful and peaceful views, quaint and charming inside, a two great screened in porches, where we spent most of our time. I'd stay here again in a heartbeat, and hope to again this year or next. Thanks for sharing your wonderful home with my family. :)
We loved the house and the location being fairly remote yet amenities nearby to fill our needs. We are very familiar with the area but were new to this particular house. The 2 dogs loved the beach area and the big yard to run around. Kitchen was well equipped, and I even made grape jelly during our stay. We loved the two screened in porches as they were lovely when the weather was rainy. We will likely rent again in the future.
I don't think I could encompass what a wonderful stay we had in one short review. The description and overview of the property is straight forward and provides great detail, including the uniqueness of this rental. The cottage itself is nestled under towering, giant, pines, and dense green foliage. Creating a level of privacy and comfort, even though there is another house nearby, you still feel like you're in an enchanted little forest. The interior of the cottage is well maintained with attention paid to the lovely historic aspects of what I can only imagine is an original Northern Neck river front home. From the built-in to the vintage sconces, original flooring and pine cabinets. The cottage is also immaculate. We travel with our dogs A LOT, and we have never stayed at a pet friendly rental that was so clean and well maintained! You can tell immediately that this property is close to the heart of the owners as you're greeted by a photo of Mom and Pop, next to binder full of valuable information for your stay. The owners are very responsive and kind. The private beach is it's own little oasis and the water is shallow and perfect for kids or dogs. The views from the screened in porch are breathtaking. We will be back!!
We loved our stay at mom and Pops so much that we hope to come back next year! The view was incredible and the small Sandy beach is just the right size for what we needed. I am not on the river, we spent most of our time in the screened in porch, looking at the spectacular views. Can’t wait to come back!
This is the perfect place for families and pets to relax and explore--by the water, taking walks on the country road, or hanging out on the screened porches! Nancy and her family are kind and helpful, and the house is very tidy and clean with lots of thoughtful details that make for a comfortable stay. We had a great time and plan to return!
Simply put this is just a lovely place. Sitting on the screened in porch, watching birds and including eagles, fly over the water was simply stunning. It was very quiet. Ended up beaching my boat at the small beach. my wife was kind of recovering from some medical issues, and she slept spectacularly given the quietness of the area. The house is quaint and charming. I cannot say enough about this place.
Scott W.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laura M.
Jun 17, 2018
Awesome place to get away from it all!
Very comfortable cottage, warm and inviting, set perfectly on the water. Owners were very pleasant and accommodating! Highly recommend! Perfect weekend getaway from life’s busy-ness!
This cottage was clean with many amenities provided. Quiet location right by the river, with views of wonderful sunrises and sunsets. There are several nice state parks close by to enjoy. There were family games available as well as kayaks at the property. Nancy was always very responsive.
Trudy M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Melissa M.
Oct 23, 2018
Quaint and Relaxing
The house was just perfect for our stay and included all the amenities we needed. The owner’s attention to detail was fantastic. We enjoyed cooking in the kitchen, eating on the screened porch, and exploring the area. Lots of great roads for biking and little wineries for tasting. We also enjoyed a fabulous dinner at Relish Saturday night and a couple of low-key meals at Backdraft, including lunch and NFL football on Sunday. Thank you for providing the perfect little rental for visitors to the area.
Melissa M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca L.
May 4, 2018
The perfect Northern Neck experience
This is a charming historic and comfortable property on the water with gracious hosts.
The cottage is beautifully furnished with antiques. The fresh flowers were a bonus.
We had everything we needed to make one gourmet meal after another, including a brand
new gas grill, and elegant cocktail glasses. We even heard a migrating loon one evening.
What a wonderful weekend!
Secluded location in a serene setting with a great river view. Our dog loved the yard and making friends with Dougie. Dated kitchen, only one bath with cramped shower but sufficiently accommodating. Mattresses on double beds too soft for our comfort. Found "hard zones" for individual sleeping our second night.
Callao and this property are a return to the "beach" experience of our youth. Both the property and setting harken back to the beauty of the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries before the birth of condos and highly populated beach areas with strip malls and amusement parks. The screened porch with its beautiful views of the Coan River is a wonderful place to have coffee, eat meals and watch both sunrises and sunsets. If you enjoy looking at the water and being in a rustic cottage, this is a great place!±
This property is a nice little no frills cottage. Owners were very quick to respond. For us, with kids that love to swim, we were most disappointed by the jellyfish. Both my kiddos were stung in the first few minutes in the water and therefore were scared to swim the remainder of the trip. We realize this is not the owners fault, but we wish we would have known before booking. Otherwise, cute small cottage with great screened in porches and a great view of the water.
We loved the house. I was a bit mislead about 20 acres to walk around when there was a family living next door. Each day someone showed up to go into the garage. The gentleman from next door came with his small children and his two dogs on two occasions. I had my older dog with us and she wasn’t crazy about the younger energetic dogs who roamed the property. It would have been good to have known about the neighborly pups before we were surprized by then standing at the porch door barking at my dog
There were three of us, two adults and a four year old.
The four year old thoroughly enjoyed the sandy beach area. The water was warm and very shallow even with the tide in. We spent most of our time playing in the water
We enjoyed our meals sitting in the screened in porch looking out towards the water.
Bring bug spray. We are sensitive to bugs bites. We applied spray each evening, even when on the screened in porch.
We did a nice kayak outing using the rental place in Kinsale.
There is a second property but it felt far enough away that there was privacy.
Owners were very responsive to our questions.
What a wonderful secluded home! If you are looking for a quiet property that is waterfront (bonus) this is for you! Lovely 2 screened in porches - and pretty spacious bedrooms. We loved this property and hopefully we will be able to visit again soon, and they allow dogs (another bonus)! Owner was very helpful, house was clean, well stocked kitchen.
Nice little spot. Didn’t realize there was another house so close on the property. Still had a great time. Hosts left us a bottle of wine and some snacks which was very nice.
We have stayed at this property twice and just love it. If you are looking for a busy, go-go vacation, this isn't the place! If you are looking for a great place for a quiet getaway with beautiful views, then this is for you!