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Aylett River Paradise: A whimsical gem designed to harmonize with nature.

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Perched on the edge of the serene Mattaponi, Aylett River Paradise offers a tranquil retreat. Relax with a cup of coffee or espresso in the downstairs lounge featuring cherry wood panels and big screen satellite TV, or unwind in one of three bedrooms with satellite TV. Explore nature using kayaks provided and enjoy meals at one of two picnic tables.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Aylett River Paradise: A whimsical gem designed to harmonize with nature.

Spend a week nestled at the edge of the beautiful Mattaponi. Use the kayaks or nap on the screened porch made of trees. The ceiling fans should keep you cool or go inside to the air conditioning and hang out in the downstairs lounge with the cherry wood panels and big screen satellite TV,, and TONS of board games. The newly remodeled kitchen is ready to go. Just bring food. 2 of the 3 bedrooms have satellite TV . Soaps, Linens, towels some condiments and coffee sometimes espresso are supplied. The upstairs bedroom has its own lounge and ruby powder room. There are 2 picnic tables. One on the screened porch and one in the Emerald Moss Garden. Most pets are welcome. See most current pictures on instagram aylett_river_paradise. Please note I no longer provide firewood so you have to bring your own. A note about the river: it is tidal . Which means it goes up and down, usually depending on water coming down from Fredericksburg. Also it is not at all brackish! Lovely and fresh and silky and soft. I continuously monitor the river height remotely to be sure you’re going to be safe.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed only on the porch

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

No untying the floating docks or trees around them. $500 fine
No metal detectors allowed on the property. If you bring one you agree to gladly pay Larkin $5,000.
No bringing chainsaws or pruning devices on to property and if you do so you gladly agree to pay Larkin $5,000.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs are $25 each. Crated is good

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children under six r not allowed on floating docks

Events

No events allowed
This is a mabey. Please ask first.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is allowed only on the porch

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
Note from host: This is a mabey. Please ask first.
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 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

Property is also known as

River Paradise Whimsical gem Designed Harmonize Nature House
Aylett River Paradise Whimsical gem Designed Harmonize Nature
River Paradise Whimsical gem Designed Harmonize Nature
River Paradise Whimsical gem Designed Harmonize Nature House
Aylett River Paradise Whimsical gem Designed Harmonize Nature
River Paradise Whimsical gem Designed Harmonize Nature House
River Paradise Whimsical gem Designed Harmonize Nature

About the area

Located in Saint Stephens Church, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge and Rappahannock River Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Meadow Event Park and Kings Dominion. Jet skiing and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Map
Aylett, VA

What's nearby

  • Kings Dominion - 36 min drive - 44.1 km
  • Richmond Raceway - 40 min drive - 47.4 km
  • Greater Richmond Convention Center - 40 min drive - 51.2 km
  • Virginia Commonwealth University - 42 min drive - 52.3 km
  • Broad Street - 43 min drive - 53.2 km

Getting around

  • Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Los Cazadores Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ripley’s Family Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Vinny's Italian Grill & Pizzeria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Roma Ristorante Italiano - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Aylett River Paradise: A whimsical gem designed to harmonize with nature. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Aylett River Paradise: A whimsical gem designed to harmonize with nature. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aylett River Paradise: A whimsical gem designed to harmonize with nature. ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Aylett River Paradise: A whimsical gem designed to harmonize with nature. located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 20 mi (32 km) of Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge, Meadow Event Park, and Rappahannock River Park. Kings Dominion and Mattaponi Springs Golf Club are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Aylett River Paradise: A whimsical gem designed to harmonize with nature. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 189 out of 225 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 225 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 225 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 225 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 225 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

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

Perfect stay

Amazing location, breeze of a check in and overall favorite place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

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

Great fun

Great place by the river with grocery store nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aurora D.

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

Cozy and Comfy...

We enjoyed our 3 day stay. Whimsical is the exact right word for the vibe. All 5 of my family members and dogs really felt at home there.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly E.

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

Perfect cabin in the woods

Having 3 pups wanted to find a remote spot for our pups to enjoy and stay with us for a family wedding nearby. Communication was great and little extras all around! Perfect cabin for us! Thank you again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron A.

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

Nice river getaway

Fishing and kayaking was great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

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

Great Time

My buddies and I had at great experience- definitely a river paradise. House was unique and perfect for our group. Canoe and kayaks were a blast. We definitely want to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jingsong

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a unique cabin within great Richmond area. We had a good time with our family dogs there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

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

Rustic retreat

Such a beautiful place for a getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

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

Nice secluded location

Good location near airport and Richmond/Williamsburg area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Bob R.

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

On the River

Property was very rustic & in a very pretty setting in the woods on the river. It was in a great location for us for the family events we were attending were close by.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

A peaceful step back in time

The was what our family needed! A perfect home away from the hectic military life we know. The water front was perfect and peaceful. Something for all of us and the history Larkin shared with us made it even better. Can't wait until we can visit again. 100% recommend. Thank you for letting us unwind in your beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jess V.

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

Perfection!

This was our third time staying here since 2020, will definitely be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Relaxing

This was our second time staying, and was just as nice as before.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harley J.

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

Great!

Beautiful setting and the cabin is great. Super nice host!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

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

Wonderful weekend.

Very quick and very responsive. Definitely would recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Holly T.

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

Riverside

Loved this property. Larkin is a wonderful host!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Becky K.

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

Good base for our fishing trip

This property was as advertised. We booked it for a weekend fishing on the river. The public boat launch is right around the corner. The property host was open and accepting of our large breed dogs, which was very appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia D.

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

Awesome getaway!

This is just like its deacribed. Property is beautiful and has everything you could need and more. Each day is a adventure there. Definelty going to visit again when back in virginia. Ms. Larkin was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill L.

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

river house

Really cool property!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

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

Oasis

This cabin has become an oasis for my family and myself. Deep gratitude to Ms. Larkin for cultivating such an amazing space!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

janelle c.

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

Private property with rustic and charming home on the river, highly recommend!

We LOVED OUR TIME HERE! WE CAN'T WAIT TO COME STAY AGAIN! The home has everything for an entertaining stay. All kinds of accessories for river play and use provided. The home itself is well stocked, clean and also filled with lots of natural charm and accents to compliment the properties location. We really enjoyed the property inside and out. We found the host to be very pleasant and easy to communicate with for checking in/out, property is as described in listing. I Highly recommend this property and host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jim m.

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

Family with pups

We had a great time along the river with family and pups
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

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

Nice place tucked away

Loved this place. Very unique. A little hard to find but that means you get to not be around people which is a nice change of scenery. Right on the river for kayaking. Would definitely stay here again. Appreciate Larkin even letting us check in early and stay a bit later because there were no other bookings at those times!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy P.

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

Well needed vacation!

This was a beautiful place hidden away but still close to everything. We really enjoyed a well needed vacation as a family. We will definitely be back. Thank you Larkin for sharing this little piece of heaven.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Nice getaway

Property just as listed. Clean and comfortable. Cabin is lakeside. Family enjoyed fishing and canoeing. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

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