Title: ANALOG - Private Beach & Acres of exclusive sanctuary set in a peaceful forest - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # ANALOG - Private Beach & Acres of exclusive sanctuary set in a peaceful forest Family-friendly cottage on the beach, with water park ## Photo gallery for ANALOG - Private Beach & Acres of exclusive sanctuary set in a peaceful forest ![Exterior detail - ANALOG - Private Beach & Acres of exclusive sanctuary set in a peaceful forest (Surry)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27140000/27134200/27134179/f17d45ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - ANALOG - Private Beach & Acres of exclusive sanctuary set in a peaceful forest (Surry)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27140000/27134200/27134179/7b2250a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - ANALOG - Private Beach & Acres of exclusive sanctuary set in a peaceful forest (Surry)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27140000/27134200/27134179/065eeaba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - ANALOG - Private Beach & Acres of exclusive sanctuary set in a peaceful forest (Surry)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27140000/27134200/27134179/be4485ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - ANALOG - Private Beach & Acres of exclusive sanctuary set in a peaceful forest (Surry)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27140000/27134200/27134179/7e5a47d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At ANALOG - Private Beach & Acres of exclusive sanctuary set in a peaceful forest, you can look forward to a water park, a firepit, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy kayaking at this cottage. Guests can also expect to find a playground and laundry facilities. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### ANALOG - Private Beach & Acres of exclusive sanctuary set in a peaceful forest After a fun drive down a curvy forest flanked road, you emerge into the sunlight with expansive fields on either side of you. You turn left down a dirt path that takes you by an old farmhouse. You dogleg around another field and enter the woods on a gravel road. When you get to the gate you step out and inhale deeply. Through the trees, you can vaguely see the vastness of the James River and you hear the sound of a light breeze as it tumbles amid the leaves. You work the gate and as you push it open you feel that you just opened a portal to something profound. Your gut does not deceive you. The time you will spend on this sacred land connects you to more than 100 years of family gathering and natural balance. Back in your vehicle you steer right, around the driveway loop and notice that you are at the peak of a hill that drops deeply into a great wooded ravine on either side. Straight in front of you is the cottage which sits at the tip of the peninsula surrounded by views of the River. You shut off the vehicle and step outside. There is not another home or person in sight!!! THIS IS JUST ONE...of the many things that sets this place into a league of its own….and why you selected it for your most precious time with the ones you love. NOW....You are feeling like your officially on vacation. You stroll down the brown pebble path with pep in your step and pass an open pole shed that was built by Boy Scouts, who camped here annually, in the early 1900's. The breeze from the river feels stronger now and you can see some details of the water and the white sandy beach below. Your heart rate increases in anticipation. The cottage you approach isn’t a perfect architectural specimen but you can tell it’s rich with history and an evolving design. A work in progress so to speak. Then again, as you stop at the edge of the walkway, you acknowledge the entrance before you is stunning and evokes the entrance to an elegant treehouse or the gangway to a yacht. Either way, you sense that once your feet leave the ground you will be disconnected from the reality you are seeking refuge from. Just as you step onto the entry deck you receive an affirmation of your whimsical notions. Two adult bald eagles catch your eye as they soar above the beach looking for prey. They catch your eye because you didn't have to look up to see them as they were at eye level with you. As you near the front door the scale of things comes into focus and you realize you are 70' above the river and the surrounding forest floor. Your instinctive foresight was correct, this experience is like being in a treehouse, except without the downsides of luggage up a rope ladder and a composting toilet. The breeze is loud in the trees now and this gives you the feeling of being enticed, prodded, pushed by nature. Go! Go! Go! You enter your code, nudge the thick iron and glass door open and you are inside. Looking around its not a fancy place, yet everything is curated, special and somehow comforting and calming. Americana, books, toys and furnishings reflective of a gathering place that's been a family heirloom for generations. You place your bags down, cold stuff is put into the fridge and you want to settle in further.. but looking out the walls of windows you see an inviting path that winds around the hill and dissipates into the woods. You think, “I bet that leads to the river” and with that you are out the back door on your first of many adventures. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach towels ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 3 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34410000/34401000/34400996/05f67171.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relax And Reconnect With Expansive Views Of The Historic James River Claremont - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 57 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=34400996&PinnedHotelID=34400996&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67660000/67655300/67655278/74939129.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Right on Main St! 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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 ### Property is also known as Private Beach Cottage High Banks James River Surry Private Beach High Banks James River Surry ## About the area Located in Spring Grove, this cottage is near theme parks and on the beach. Jamestown Settlement is a notable landmark and some of the area's popular attractions include Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA. Traveling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Williamsburg Botanical Garden. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Spring Grove travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Spring-Grove.dx553248635936853571) [View more Cottages in Spring Grove](https://www.expedia.ca/Spring-Grove-Cottages.d553248635936853571-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.20521%2C-76.83203&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jiazNto2zTW9IMIo2HQDobMWNcQ=) Surry, VA ### What's nearby - ![Historic Jamestowne featuring a monument, a statue or sculpture and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6093287/7d7869ce-e6d8-433c-b46a-e5fa5a762805.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Colonial National Historical Park 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - ![Jamestown Settlement](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083759/9eb46bb5-4f40-42c3-bb1f-57ea7490aaa4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Jamestown Settlement 47 min drive \- 23.3 km - ![HNAPF8 The College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, Virginia, USA. The College of William and Mary, founded in 1693, is the second oldest institution of hi](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083749/8d3bea9e-264e-454c-9a8d-a033c4a69b21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) College of William and Mary 53 min drive \- 29.4 km - ![Christmas town at Busch Garden ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6296/5d4a638a-15fd-4cac-97c5-8da467e2cf8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Busch Gardens Williamsburg 60 min drive \- 40.0 km - Williamsburg Premium Outlets 57 min drive \- 38.4 km ### Getting around - Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF) 72 min drive ### Restaurants - Chick-fil-A 58 min drive - Starbucks 58 min drive - Frothy Moon Brewhouse 54 min drive - McDonald's 56 min drive - La Terraza Mexican Grill 58 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is ANALOG - Private Beach & Acres of exclusive sanctuary set in a peaceful forest pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at ANALOG - Private Beach & Acres of exclusive sanctuary set in a peaceful forest? ### What time is check-out at ANALOG - Private Beach & Acres of exclusive sanctuary set in a peaceful forest? ### Where is ANALOG - Private Beach & Acres of exclusive sanctuary set in a peaceful forest located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## ANALOG - Private Beach & Acres of exclusive sanctuary set in a peaceful forest Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 220 8 - Good 21 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicholas M. Jul 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Home We had a wonderful stay. It was beautiful, disconnected, fun, and just what our family needed. ##### Nicholas M. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brooke M. May 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Retreat Just the perfect retreat! The house was delightful, comfortable and well appointed. We loved how secluded the property was and having a private beach to explore was fantastic. Our dogs loved the woods and playing on the river!The owner was so nice, easy to communicate with and gave excellent tips to make our stay even more memorable. We highly recommend a stay at Analog and hope to book again sometime. ##### Brooke M. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kara P. Dec 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful property! We had an amazing stay. There are a variety of things to do here, but the weather was chilly, so we stayed inside and cooked and played games that were available in the house. I think my favorite part was sitting by the firepit overlooking the river. Absolutely beautiful. ##### Kara P. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Greg B. Sep 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Jeff's place is absolutely stunning! It's cleaner than places that don't allow dogs and is very well furnished. At the time we stayed there was no internet or television but seriously, you won't miss those. When you drive in you're not just pulling up from the road into a driveway, you're driving onto a small resort - through a gate that's well off the main road, past what looked like a boat house, around a roundabout, past a pole shed (game house), through a larger parking lot into the smaller lot in front of the house. The beach front is more than large enough, I think 500 ft, but because of the shape of the coast line and the distance to the surrounding neighbor's piers you visually have hundreds of yards. Unlike many places whose photos hide houses just outside of the shot, you won't see the neighbors, not by a long shot. But knowing they are there is good - waved at a couple during our walks off the property (the only time in the week we were there that we left the property). A good stay, I can't say enough! ##### Greg B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa S. Aug 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect getaway The Analog house was a little slice of heaven. You can tell that every detail of the property was set with care and intention. The home was very clean and comfortable. The kitchen had everything that you need and more. The outdoor space was beautifully manicured and the best part was the private beach. Enjoying the sunset from there was magical. Would definitely go back. ##### Lisa S. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather R. May 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 60th Birthday Getaway We loved the analog house! It is like having your own private sanctuary in the woods. The house was perfect for me and my husband and our two dogs. The kitchen is amazing and very well appointed. You really do have your own private beach front. We went kayaking, which was so nice and collected a bunch of shells. The sunsets on the beach every night were incredible. We will love this place and will definitely be back. ##### Heather R. Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott C. Aug 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Gem! Our family has been here two years in a row. We love the location and private river access. Everything is there that you need for a relaxing, comfortable, and “analog” stay. My wife and I did both have to do some work while there and had no issues using our phones as hotspots. You can’t beat the views! We’ll Be back! ##### Scott C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah K. Oct 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome accomodations The River House was way beyond our expectations. We came to Virginia from upstate NY to attend a wedding. We only stayed for 2 days. The house was beautiful and clean. The beach was gorgeous. We found lots of seashells and pretty colored rocks. We played games and laughed so hard. We will hopefully be returning to the River House.Thanks again to the Sadler family for sharing such a nice place with us. ##### Sarah K. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raymond W. Nov 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tranquility I stayed here while out of town for 30 days on night shift. This place was amazingly quiet during the day to get some rest. My family joined me twice while here and the children enjoyed every aspect of this place. The river front is a beautiful place to go collect sea shells and enjoy the sunrise with a coffee. Not having internet or TV for 30 days was like a reset for the soul. The kitchen is extremely accommodating, you can cook whatever you like in there.The host has was great, easy to communicate with and very respectful. I appreciate and respect all they have done with this place and I would definitely stay here again.thank you to the host for building a wonderful getaway! ##### Raymond W. Stayed 27 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Grant S. Feb 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kinda don’t want to share Magical! My first ever review and kinda don’t want to share the news about this amazing location. Everything, and I mean everything, is catered for here! The cabin is modern, gorgeous, fully stocked with everything you could dream up and then there’s the location itself, oh and the views!! Totally private with not another house in sight. We will be back here many times in the future. ##### Grant S. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike A. May 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely Amazing Words cannot describe the absolute serenity that this property offers. Jeff was amazing in all aspects of the communication and check in. The house was perfect and far exceeded expectations, and the property checked every box. The owners pride and attention to detail is unparalleled and show is all aspects of the property. We have traveled to many places and this is by far the absolute best. There is nothing that we wanted or needed while there and loved the solitude. We can’t wait to return soon with our 3 boys. You won’t be disappointed and the peace and refresh you leave with is like nothing else! ##### Mike A. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise and Michael D. Dec 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful James River House, nicely appointed, wonderful views. We were at "Analog" for the long Thanksgiving weekend. The fall leaves and river view were stunning. House stayed warm and cozy, and we fixed a complete Thanksgiving meal in the very well appointed kitchen, including pie pans and platters and attractive dinnerware. Not too hard to take the 24-hr/7 day free ferry that runs every 20 minutes over to see sights in the historic triangle. We were very happy we chose this remote-feeling scenic location vs. the rather Disney-ish condos closer to Williamsburg. We did visit Jamestown, Williamsburg, taverns and craftspersons, folk museum and the Yorktown battlefield. Great brush up on early American history. Host checked in every day by text, just to make sure everything was running smoothly and to offer a hint or two. Very responsive but not intrusive. We had a wonderful time and felt comfortable in the clean and tidy home. ##### Denise and Michael D. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony M., Harrisburg, PA Aug 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exactly what we needed! This was our second time staying at the James River House. We had been looking forward to our trip all year and it did not disappoint! The perfect place to get away from it all, enjoy the beauty of nature and reconnect with each other. Our 13 and 15 year olds loved swimming, fishing, looking for shells, fossils, and shark teeth. We spent so much time on the water, and even had the opportunity to see a large group of dolphins swim by us, while we were in the water! We even love taking trips on the ferry to check out other areas. The renovations to the house this year are gorgeous, it felt like staying in a resort in the middle of the woods! We recommend the James River house for any family looking for a relaxing time in a beautiful setting and unplugging from everything for a bit:) ##### Anthony M. Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christina N. Jul 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing property and location The listing is as described and pictured. The hosts were kind and attentive when needed. Yes there is a hike uphill from the beach. But there is a lovely bench to rest on your way up. My only “qualm” is the need to leave the home as you close to as you found it. I only say that because I spent an hour and a half wiping down, stripping beds and vacuuming the entire house to rid of any traces of dog hair. Hard with an Australian shepherd. Lol. Over all, this home is a gem. Great family history to learn about. We loved looking through the cook book! We saved “took pics” of some of the recipes. ##### Christina N. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven M., Cumberland MD USA Oct 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Analog Disconnect. Had an absolutely fantastic stay following a recent storm, only far too short, at Analog. We are a retired couple and had our 4-year old grandson and house pooch with us. Needless to say, we did not have any trouble disconnecting. Loved the privacy, high end finishes with the remodel, and amenities the home had to offer. We enjoyed hiking up & down to the secluded beach, wading in the water looking for fossils and sharks teeth & doing a whole lotta nothing. During the evenings, our grandson kept busy building with the Lego’s & classic toys. Jeffrey was very attentive, quick to respond to our questions, and sharing information about the family home and area. Cannot wait to return. ##### Steven M. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sini s. Apr 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good for the soul!! Loved the quiet and that there were no other souls in sight! We truly enjoyed every second that we spent here. Our 9 and 12 year old kids were even sad to leave. They were so skeptical about spending a week without a TV or screetime, but there was never a dull moment. They spent time on the beach, doing the ninja warrior course, playing games outdoors, and my son even kayaked for a bit despite it being quite chilly during our stay. One night we used the firepit and had hot dogs and s'mores. Indoors, there were endless options of books and games. There is a stereo system with "disco lights" that we used to have an impromptu pj dance party The last night we were there. The kitchen had absolutely everything you could think of to cook with. And my husband loved the kitchen design so much that he now wants to renovate ours at home! We spent some time across the river in Williamsburg. The ferry was a fun novelty experience for the kids and very convenient. Some may not like the 20 minute ride, but it fit right in with the casual easy going nature of our trip. We definitely want to plan another stay. ##### sini s. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jeff B. Apr 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just Great We loved our stay at the Analog house. It’s really a gorgeous property on totally secluded land overlooking the James river. The house was very clean and well appointed. In particular, the kitchen is really great. Lots of VRBOs have just the bare minimum in the kitchen but the Analog house is fully equipped, so you can get as elaborate with your meals as you want. The house has amazing views of the river and the large family room is a great place to relax and enjoy the scenery. This is absolute dog heaven too. Our dog was able to roam the well fenced property and swim to her heart’s content. It super quiet there as well. You cannot see or hear anyone from the neighbors’ property. There is no road traffic noise either. I used the house for daily cycling excursions. It’s about a nine mile ride to the ferry and then you can connect up with some amazing routes on the other side of the James (eg the Capital Trail and Colonial Parkway). Stop by Spoke&Art just outside of Jamestown for some really good bike route info (also great coffee and pastries). The host (Jeff) was great. Excellent communicator, made everything easy for us. All in all, a great place. It’s awesome when an VRBO over-delivers and Analog House certainly does! ##### Jeff B. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gena G. Jul 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just what we were hoping for As we first read the description and reviews, it all sounded a little too good to be true. But true it is. This place is special- every detail, inside and out, has been thoughtfully put together to make the stay comfortable, relaxing, and enjoyable. Though not a big house, it is well laid out and your living area extends across the property into the woods and down to the beach, with outdoor kitchen/seating, ninja course, game area, a bench in just the right spot for a break and a view, hammocks, beach chairs, boats (all well lit). There is such a zen balance to the home and property. Inside, the kitchen not only has everything you may need but the appliances and cooking tools are all quality. Books and games in every nook and cranny. Somehow this place was kept very clean, even though it’s set smack in the middle of what feels like a nature preserve. We saw so much wildlife and found cool fossils (thanks for the tips, Jeff!). And communication, like everything else, was just right. Enough to feel supported but also, unobtrusive. Can’t say enough positive things, and suspect we will be back. Things to know: bring groceries with you (the closest town has limited options); the steps to/from the beach may be steep/rugged for those with mobility issues; and the ferry over the river was fun and easy but plan ahead for time, if you’re heading to Jamestown Williamsburg. Our younger kid, our teen, our dog, and my husband and I all loved this spot! ##### Gena G. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica W. Mar 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Escape Have an amazing time unwinding!! ##### Jessica W. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amber C. Jun 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Always Pleasant We always have a great and relaxing stay! This place has become a true home away from home and we already look forward to booking our next stay! ##### Amber C. Stayed 5 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly S. Jun 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### James River House Just a magical place with a wonderful property manager who communicated with speed and kindness. A wonderful retreat for families! ##### Kelly S. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bruce H. Oct 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### On the James River Super nice home and location. Owner is excellent. Couldn’t ask for a better place to stay. Highly recommended. ##### Bruce H. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Julie V. Jul 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation Every window has a great view, the house decor has open space. I got to see a bald eagle, sun rise and sun sets are so beautiful. Private beach front gives your family all beach to yourself. ##### Julie V. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley M. Jul 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing! An incredible house in an amazing location! We loved our time on the river. The house is set up with everything you need and has amazing views into the forest and of the river. Kayaks, SUPs, canoes and chairs are all provided to enjoy the river. Jeffrey was wonderful communicating before and during our stay. Great vacation and we hope to go back again! ##### Ashley M. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katarina H. Jul 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Analog house This is our second stay at Analog. Just as before, love the house, the nature around it, the beautiful quiet and the peace of the place. And we LOVE the "analog" aspect of it - it forces us back to the normal life before everything went digital! Definitely one of our top places to visit. ##### Katarina H. 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