Title: The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek Riverfront cottage with kitchen and patio ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68480000/68478200/68478141/e2b06d06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68480000/68478200/68478141/206cd634.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68480000/68478200/68478141/953304c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68480000/68478200/68478141/e47a199c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68480000/68478200/68478141/60c76ca0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Overlooking Carters Creek, The Crab Shack offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle. This cozy cottage features a floor-to-ceiling oyster shell fireplace, cruiser bikes for exploring quiet country neighborhoods, sea kayak access to paddle along the creek and nearby Tides Inn. A private dock with stairs provides easy water entry for you and your dog. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4850 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Fireplace - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning ## 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. ### The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek Relax and get away… This rustic waterfront cottage on Carters Creek is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle. Whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, with a friend, or with a small family, The Crab Shack offers just the right space to decompress and soak in the quiet beauty of the Northern Neck. The Crab Shack sits right at the water’s edge, with its cozy bedroom, dining area, galley kitchen, and living room all facing the creek. The cottage earns its name honestly—it was once a working seafood processing facility where local fishermen brought their daily catch. The exterior remains clad in metal, while the interior combines painted and exposed wood, anchored by a striking floor-to-ceiling oyster shell fireplace. On sunny days, guests often gather on the patio or dock; when it rains, the sound of raindrops on the tin roof makes the porch or living room the perfect retreat. Within a ten-minute drive, you’ll find the charming towns of Irvington, Kilmarnock, and White Stone, each offering shops, cafés, and restaurants to explore. Outdoor Amenities: Deep water dock! A local sunset sail captain picks up guests on a regular basis on his 32' sailboat! The Rappohannock Yacht Club is directly across the creek. Water depth is no issue for your boat. Bring it! Two cruiser bikes are available for leisurely rides through the quiet country neighborhood. A 14' sea kayak is stored on the dock with KayaArms for stable entry and exit—paddle to the Tides Inn faster than you can drive! A set of stairs offers easy access in and out of the water for both guests and dogs. (River shoes are a must—oyster shells and barnacles can easily cut bare feet.) Guests are welcome to bring their own small personal watercraft. Two working crab pots ready to bait and toss in the creek! Huge dock to fish from...more square footage than the cottage. Pets: Dogs are welcome for a small fee. Improvements: If you’ve stayed before, you’ll notice upgrades made during the winter of 2021–2022, including enhancements to the dock and additional amenities since then. Construction Note (October 2025): Our neighbor next door is building a new cottage with an anticipated completion in Spring 2026. The neighbor on the peninsula on the other side will begin construction in January '26 and will be working there throughout the year. Because The Crab Shack sits close to the water and below the road, we don’t expect the work to significantly impact your stay, but some occasional construction noise should be anticipated. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchenette - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the marina - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycles - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 850 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18970000/18968400/18968348/w1920h714x0y184-5f5e64be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Autumn in Irvington - it’s so inviting and gorgeous. 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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 ### Property is also known as House The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek Weems The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek Private vacation home The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek Private vacation home Weems ## About the area ![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%7C37.65812%2C-76.43816&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vBHSwQ1M0bIX2WD4UfFJBHrrwWE=) Weems, VA #### What's nearby - Steamboat Era Museum - 3 min drive - 1.8 km - Historic Christ Church - 6 min drive - 5.2 km - Compass Entertainment Complex - 6 min drive - 5.5 km - Golden Eagle Golf Club - 7 min drive - 6.2 km - White Stone Beach - 11 min drive - 8.9 km #### Getting around - Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) - 91 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive - ‪Front Porch Coffeehouse - ‬10 min drive - ‪Yankee Point Marina - ‬36 min drive - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min drive - ‪The Tides Inn - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Historic Christ Church and within 6 mi (10 km) of Compass Entertainment Complex and Steamboat Era Museum. Golden Eagle Golf Club and Good Luck Cellars are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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