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In four months
18 Dec - 20 Dec

Our top choices for Essex County cottages

A house with a deck, a lawn, and a view of the water.

1. Potomac Riverfront! Home Near St Clements Island

Potomac Riverfront! Home Near St Clements Island
3.0 star property
Coltons Point
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Lovely waterfront quiet neighborhood."
United States
Denise
Potomac Riverfront! Home Near St Clements Island
A white house with a porch, a small deck, and a garden area with mulch and a blue flag.

2. 'the Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach!

'the Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach!
3.0 star property
Colonial Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Clean house and beach was close but they’re some jellyfish nothing crazy overall it was a nice stay."
United States
Ingrid
'the Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach!
A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden ceiling, a ceiling fan, and a sign listing amenities like sandy toes, salt kisses, starfish, and wishes.

3. Fish, Swim & Boat: Colonial Beach Bungalow

Fish, Swim & Boat: Colonial Beach Bungalow
3.0 star property
Colonial Beach
Fish, Swim & Boat: Colonial Beach Bungalow
A porch with a white chair, a green door, and a window with a hanging light fixture.

4. Chic Cottage w/ Private Yard: Steps to Beach!

Chic Cottage w/ Private Yard: Steps to Beach!
3.0 star property
Colonial Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Very cute cottage with beach theme! "
United States
Debra
Chic Cottage w/ Private Yard: Steps to Beach!
A small, single-story house with a front porch, a covered entryway, and a small garden area with various plants.

5. < 1 Mi to Colonial Beach: Coastal Gem w/ 2 Porches

< 1 Mi to Colonial Beach: Coastal Gem w/ 2 Porches
3.0 star property
Colonial Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Really nice area Quiet lots of pretty trees close to river and restaurants "
United States
Judy
< 1 Mi to Colonial Beach: Coastal Gem w/ 2 Porches
A house surrounded by dense forest.

6. Kayak & Fish On-site: Rappahannock River Gem!

Kayak & Fish On-site: Rappahannock River Gem!
3.0 star property
Urbanna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Beautiful home and setting to visit Urbanna. "
United States
Timothy
Kayak & Fish On-site: Rappahannock River Gem!
A hammock on a grassy area with a view of the water and docked chairs.

7. Swim, Fish & Explore! Family Hague Haven w/ Dock

Swim, Fish & Explore! Family Hague Haven w/ Dock
3.0 star property
Hague
Swim, Fish & Explore! Family Hague Haven w/ Dock
A deck with a wooden table and wicker chairs, a white railing, and a house with red siding and a black door.

8. Beach Access & Fire Pit! Potomac River Retreat

Beach Access & Fire Pit! Potomac River Retreat
3.0 star property
Montross
Beach Access & Fire Pit! Potomac River Retreat
A covered porch with Adirondack chairs, a table, and a lamp.

9. 1 Mi to Colonial Beach Boardwalk: Home w/ Fire Pit

1 Mi to Colonial Beach Boardwalk: Home w/ Fire Pit
3.0 star property
Colonial Beach
1 Mi to Colonial Beach Boardwalk: Home w/ Fire Pit

10. Adorable Cottage: Fire Pit, Walk to Colonial Beach

Adorable Cottage: Fire Pit, Walk to Colonial Beach
3.0 star property
Colonial Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"This an amazing stay! Beautiful house, it was so cozy and relaxing! "
United States
Nicole
Adorable Cottage: Fire Pit, Walk to Colonial Beach
A porch with a wooden chair, a small table, and a decorative wreath.

11. 3 Blocks to Beach & Potomac River: Virginia Escape

3 Blocks to Beach & Potomac River: Virginia Escape
3.0 star property
Colonial Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Absolutely charming updated cottage in the heart of Colonial Beach. Spotless, with a screen porch, back patio, and walking distance to river and downtown Colonial Beach. Co-host Kim was welcoming and helpful. Would definitely recommend! "
United States
Alison
3 Blocks to Beach & Potomac River: Virginia Escape
A wooden dock extending over a calm river, surrounded by lush greenery and a house in the background.

12. Fish, Relax & Enjoy Lake Views: Colonial Beach Gem

Fish, Relax & Enjoy Lake Views: Colonial Beach Gem
3.0 star property
Colonial Beach
Fish, Relax & Enjoy Lake Views: Colonial Beach Gem

13. Family-friendly Home w/ Deck Near Colonial Beach!

Family-friendly Home w/ Deck Near Colonial Beach!
3.0 star property
Colonial Beach
Family-friendly Home w/ Deck Near Colonial Beach!
A single-story house with a porch, a small deck, and a white picket fence.

14. Private Yard & Water Views: Cozy Urbanna Cottage

Private Yard & Water Views: Cozy Urbanna Cottage
3.0 star property
Urbanna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"My wife and I wanted to explore the NN region and started with Urbanna at this lovely house. Urbanna is charming and the house has a secluded, yet connected feel to the town. The view in the listing is understated -- it is fabulous. The house was well set up for weekenders and I can't think of anything I would change. This was an October stay, so temps were perfect and humidity was low. We plan to come back if possible!"
United States
David
Private Yard & Water Views: Cozy Urbanna Cottage
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and red cushions, overlooking a body of water.

15. Refreshing Colonial Beach Vacation Rental!

Refreshing Colonial Beach Vacation Rental!
3.0 star property
Colonial Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"We had a wonderful time! The house was well designed to feel like a cozy getaway destination. The amenities and scenery were top-notch. This was certainly one of the most hospitable experiences I’ve had in a while."
United States
Felicia
Refreshing Colonial Beach Vacation Rental!
A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, including a wicker sofa and chairs, overlooking a body of water.

16. Potomac River Haven w/ Private Beach, Dogs Welcome

Potomac River Haven w/ Private Beach, Dogs Welcome
3.0 star property
Hague
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Something else. The description online said it was only 10.72 miles from St. Mary’s College, and that’s where I needed to be. It ended up being another hundred miles away from St. Mary’s College. The description of the distancewas completely wrong."
United States
Eugene
Potomac River Haven w/ Private Beach, Dogs Welcome
A deck with wicker furniture and a table, overlooking a body of water.

17. Waterfront Cottage w/ Private Beach + Deck!

Waterfront Cottage w/ Private Beach + Deck!
3.0 star property
Colonial Beach
Waterfront Cottage w/ Private Beach + Deck!
A deck with outdoor furniture, a wooden staircase, and a view of a lake.

18. Riverfront Colonial Beach Home w/ Private Beach!

Riverfront Colonial Beach Home w/ Private Beach!
3.0 star property
Colonial Beach
Riverfront Colonial Beach Home w/ Private Beach!
A wooden deck with white railings overlooking a lake and forest.

19. Waterfront Hartfield Vacation Rental w/ Dock!

Waterfront Hartfield Vacation Rental w/ Dock!
3.0 star property
Hartfield
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Amazing property, the view was amazing & the atmosphere was absolutely breathtaking."
United States
Alexis
Waterfront Hartfield Vacation Rental w/ Dock!
A covered outdoor area with a sofa, chairs, and a table.

20. Hot Tub + Private Beach: Waterfront Urbanna Escape

Hot Tub + Private Beach: Waterfront Urbanna Escape
3.0 star property
Urbanna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
Hot Tub + Private Beach: Waterfront Urbanna Escape
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Top Essex County Hotel Reviews

River Edge Inn

River Edge Inn

10/10 Excellent
"The location for the stay is everything! The place is very clean, the staff is amazingly helpful. The pool was very clean and parking is easy. We will be staying there again and again. They accommodated all our requests. We didn't have breakfast there, I can't tell you anything about that."
Gabriel 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
River Edge Inn

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