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Lake Front/Dock, HotTub, Woods, Kayaks/SUP, 3 Beaches, Fossils, Theater Room

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Sunset at Sharks tooth Beach
The Golden Crane!
Floor to ceiling windows with view of lake while dining
Seats 12 at table plus 2 at bar!
Brand new modern kitchen!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Montross, VA
  • Stratford Hall
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Westmoreland State Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • George Washington Birthplace National Monument
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Leonardtown, MD (LTW-St. Marys County)
    ‪94 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

Loft

2 Double Futons

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Lake Front/Dock, HotTub, Woods, Kayaks/SUP, 3 Beaches, Fossils, Theater Room

Our 3 bedroom/2 full bath + loft home sits on a beautiful freshwater lake surrounded with trees in a neighborhood on the stunning Potomac River! Come enjoy the great amenities or simply do nothing at all! We have kayaks/boats/SUP & life jackets for your use, and crabbing supplies. The community has 3 beaches: a private sandy lake beach with swimming dock, a river-front sandy beach with 15-million-year-old+ shark teeth, and a fossil cliff beach. Daily bald eagle sightings! Seasonal hot tub (Sept-May) on our patio overlooking the lake! Huge screen theater room in the basement game room including ping pong and foosball. Indoor wood stove for cosy fall and winter nights and outdoor fire pit overlooking the lake.

This place is so special that we vacationed here for 2 days and then became homeowners within 6 months!

Our 3 bedroom plus loft home with 2 full baths have all been freshly updated, with a completely remodeled kitchen and main bath. The master bedroom has a queen bed and attached full bathroom. The second room has a queen bed, and the third room is our bunk room with two sets of bunk beds! In addition, we also have a sleeping loft that has 2 comfortable futon couches, bringing the total number of sleepers to 10! (Note: 5'8" overhead clearance in the loft, with steep stairs leading to it; kids love it!) We have a pack n play and a high chair if needed.

The house has its own private dock on the 110-acre clean freshwater lake. Plus our own floating dock! Swim or paddle to your heart's content. We have a canoe, double kayak, Stand up paddle board, single kayak, two kids' kayaks and a kids' paddle board for your use right off our dock! We also have many different sized life jackets. Paddle out and have a flotilla with your loved ones. The water is warm enough for swimming April through October, paddling year round.

A great getaway for the whole family! A campfire ring, tetherball, and hammocks outside. Foosball, games, and books inside. The TV has Roku for Netflix & Hulu and Disney+ and ESPN. Basement has theater room. Our dining room table can seat 10 plus seating at the bar! It is such a joy to sit with everyone together and enjoy a crab feast!

Sitting in the middle of the woods, our house is so quiet and peaceful. You can sit on the deck or dock with your drink and take it all in. Listen to the woodpeckers and the wind in the trees while watching bald eagles soar above you.

Great community amenities as well! Three beaches suitable for swimming or fossil hunting. There is a lake beach with a dock and floating dock for swimming and diving. Two beaches on the Potomac for fossil hunting, beach combing, sand castle building. One is sandy with picnic tables and another is a small hike down with lots of walking and large cliffs. You can hand line a the marina for crabs or we know the locals' numbers if you want to buy them already cooked and seasoned perfectly!

You have full access to the entire house, private dock, and lake. There is a small workroom in the basement that is locked.

The neighborhood common areas are only available to owners and guests. As a guest, you will have full access to the marina, and neighborhood beaches as long as you properly display your guest tag.

We live and work in Washington DC. We have an excellent local manager that if anything comes up we can have it taken care of ASAP.

We are in a rural area, and the nearest stores are at least 10-15 minutes away. Big box stores are even further (>30 mins away).

There is also poor reception for several national cellular carriers. However, we do have excellent, reliable internet.

Property manager

Rebecca B Hansen

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO extra guests or visitors allowed during stay
No Hair coloring or bleaching

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Montross

Located in Montross, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Stratford Hall and Westmoreland County Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ingleside Vineyards and Ingleside Vineyards. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Montross, VA

What's nearby

  • Stratford Hall - 12 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Westmoreland State Park - 15 min drive - 8.6 km
  • George Washington Birthplace National Monument - 25 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Colonial Beach - 30 min drive - 32.8 km
  • St. Clement's Island State Park - 84 min drive - 96.9 km

Getting around

  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Art of Coffee - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Yesterday's Family Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Angelo's Restaurant & Raw Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪El Mariachi Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Faunce Seafood - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Front/Dock, HotTub, Woods, Kayaks/SUP, 3 Beaches, Fossils, Theater Room pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Lake Front/Dock, HotTub, Woods, Kayaks/SUP, 3 Beaches, Fossils, Theater Room?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Front/Dock, HotTub, Woods, Kayaks/SUP, 3 Beaches, Fossils, Theater Room located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Stratford Hall, The Sands and Westmoreland State Park. Westmoreland County Museum and Northern Neck Historical Society Research Library are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Morag B.

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Beautiful

Beautiful house and peaceful surrounding. Loved our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom&Carol W.

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

Nice lake vacation stay

The kayaks and paddle board provided fun for our family on the water, and the thoughtful equipment offered (life vests of all sizes, fishing gear, sand toys) made our time easier to enjoy. The few issues with the outside areas were addressed in quick response by the owner. Great communication!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tema T.

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

Christmas present

This was my family's Christmas present to me, too spend a weekend away together. It was great spending time together on the lake, at the river, in the hot tub or inside playing games, watching movies, playing ping pong. There were things to do no matter the weather! And the layout of the house was great for hanging out together. All 10 of us could hang out in there dining room, living room or in the basement. Thanks for allowing us to use your space!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

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

Love at First Stay

Let’s start with the hosts… I’ve stayed at many rental properties over the years and the hosts are the most responsive and helpful that I’ve had yet. They’ll answer any questions and quickly address any unexpected situations very quickly in the best way. As for the property… WOW! The perfect getaway retreat with private community beaches, access directly to the lake for kayaking, and a home that comfortably housed a family of 9. The surrounding area is also gorgeous. Although we preferred to stay close to the serene house, We ventured into Colonial Beach for amazing food at the local Cantina and Eugene’s along the beautiful marina. Do not hesitate to stay here
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graeme D.

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Great lake side getaway

Returning customer with nothing but great things to say about the property. Lots of amenities to keep the family happy and located in a beautiful neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison L. S.

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2nd stay, still in love!

We stayed at the Golden Crane for the second year in a row. I loved it just as much this time. Our favorite part is all the water toys. We went with some friends and we had five kids with us from the ages 3 to 9. As before, there were life jackets that fit everyone, single and double person kayaks, a canoe, and stand-up paddle boards. Everyone had a blast on the lake. We enjoyed the dock and the lake beach. My kids loved finding shark teeth and whale bones at the close by shark tooth Beach. We also had a nice time at the brewery nearby. I love this house, the only downer to it is that it's not mine! We're now talking about getting a outdoor shower and hot tub at our house. It has everything we needed. I always feel right at home. I accidentally broke one of the hammocks and instead of being upset Rebecca immediately sent a new one. I also left an entire bag of shoes behind. We happened to have some friends vacationing the next weekend in Carolina Beach and Rebecca was driving back up from Montrose. She went probably 30 minutes out of her way to drop off the bag of shoe to my friend. She really goes above and beyond to be a wonderful hostess. We are sure to come back again next year! Thanks for sharing you home and being so sweet, Rebecca!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly J.

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Great family spot!

We stayed at this property with our extended family- grandparents, cousins, siblings! We loved using the kayaks, going to Shark Tooth Beach, and having meals together at the big table. The ping pong table, foosball, and movie screen downstairs were great when we had downtime at home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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Our relaxing lake house stay

We enjoyed our stay at the lake house. The host was very kind and we had great communications with her. The kids enjoyed playing in the basement with the included activities. The dock is a short walk from the house and we used a few of the provided kayaks and canoe, and swam in the lake. We visited the private beach, Shark Tooth Beach, and enjoyed our afternoon with a picnic lunch, swimming, and looking for shark teeth. I would recommend wearing water shoes as a few of the kids cut their foot on barnacles. We also visited Colonial Beach for a playground and lunch at High Tides on the Potomac. It was a nice little town and there are beaches to swim at. There was more to see and do but we were there to relax and so we did!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

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Great property, felt like a home not a rental!

Great place. We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison L. S.

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Heaven for families!

We loved this trip so much! I am already looking at the calendar to plan our next trip back. We've taken some really great vacations all around Virginia. My kids are little so we don't like to travel very far. This one was the best vacation yet. So much that the other day My son told me he would rather save up for another vacation than buy toys! But back to the place... It was super clean, it had every single thing that we needed, the location was amazing, and there was so much to do! There were toys for the kids, they also loved the giant bean bag in the basement that they hung out on when watching some kid shows on the big screen. The foosball table was great and so is the ping pong. My kids loved the little attic area that they could go up it, the bucket with the string to take things up and down was fun for hours. I enjoyed the porch, the hot tub and the outside shower. I love to that there wasn't a TV in the main room, we played games and hung out and talked. There were lots of games and interesting books. I really could have stayed here for a month! I actually laid in the hammock and read a book. I haven't relaxed like that in a long time, but my kids were so distracted by all the fun new things that I actually got a break :-) I haven't even mentioned the best things yet, the lake and beach! The lake was far enough away from the house that I wasn't worried about my kids just walking out into the water but close enough that it was an easy walk down. The kayaks, canoe and' stand up paddle boards were all in great condition and easy to use even for novices. They really had every single size life jacket you could need. The water was amazing. They even had a perfect floatie for my two year old. The kids literally had the time of their lives. The shark tooth beach was maybe a three minute drive, I spent three hours there with my boys and they found some amazing shark teeth. They felt like explorers and adventures and it will be a memory that they keep forever. I can say with 100% honesty that this was some of the best money I've ever spent. Part of me doesn't want to leave this review because I don't want it to always be booked! (I would literally try to buy this property if it were for sale) But I also want to share this magic with other families. Thank you so much Rebecca!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C.

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Amazing House and property!

This was an amazing place to stay. It’s so perfectly on a perfect part of the water. So many things to do in such a small amount of time, so we would definitely be coming back again. The house is very nice and just perfect for our family. I will definitely recommend this place to anyone. Thank you so much for all of your assistance and for always responding so quickly! 5 stars!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh R.

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Loved every minute!

We absolutely LOVED our stay at the Golden Crane. The house was so cozy and charming! Kitchen had everything we needed, the upstairs living room was very clean and inviting. The kids loved the games and theater in the basement, though they didn’t actually spend much time indoors using it. The highlight of our stay was definitely the lake! We would enjoy the community lake beach in the morning (best place for toddlers), come back for lunch and the kids would spend the rest of the day in the lake at the house, jumping off the dock and floating platform, floating in tubes, or taking the kayaks out. We weren’t all that impressed with Shark Tooth beach as there was just a ton of jellyfish, but Hidden Beach was a true treasure (not suitable for young kids) and even found a few shark teeth! This is definitely the vacation house for you if you are looking to relax and don’t need any attractions. There is very little in the immediate area to do, and that was perfect for us! We did take a trip over to Westmoreland State Park where we were able to check off “see a bald Eagle” on our vacation bucket list. We went early and basically had Fossil Beach to ourselves. We had dinner out the last night and drove up to Colonial Beach to eat at the Tiki Bar. So fun! The kids loved that they could swim while they waited for their meal! We ended each day around the fire pit! Thank you Mike and Rebecca for opening your home for others to enjoy! We made lots of wonderful memories!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

adam d.

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golden crane spot on

we liked the very rural setting. this was R & R on steroids!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Joanne T., Sandy Hook, USA

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Lake Property

Nice house....lots to do! We were taken back by how steep it was down to the water. Pictures do not show this. Weather was awesome for our stay! Hubby even caught some fish!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Audra C.

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Great place!!

What a great location. So much room, lots to do and great for family get together.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

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Perfect for families!

We loved our time at the Golden Crane. The community amenities were lots of fun and the house itself was a great place to relax together as a family. Rebecca was quick to respond to any questions or concerns and did a great job keeping us updated when heavy rains knocked out the power temporarily. Our family, ages infant through retiree had a blast.

10/10 Excellent

Donna D., Fairfax, Virginia

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Great NNK Getaway

We had a wonderful time at this comfortable, well-furnished house. The lake is so beautiful and peaceful we wished we'd been able to book a longer stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Macon B.

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5 star reunion

Our group of three childhood friends plus our kiddos ranging in ages 3-13 had a fantastic weekend reunion at golden crane. Our only regret was not making it a three day weekend! The house was nice than we expected and plenty of space for us all including a large table for us all to enjoy meals together. We loved all of the amenities- the fire pit, hammocks, boats, movie area, floating dock, life jackets and made the most of the areas around us. The pool was closed for COVID but it didn’t matter because so much other great activities to do. We would definitely go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jena F.

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Fabulous way to relax and reset

This is definitely a real gem! Rebecca was a pleasure to interact with. She provided lots of information and pro tips. She thought of so many wonderful details to make their Montross Retreat like a home away from home! My kids enjoyed everything this house and neighboring area has to offer. We plan to come back in other seasons to enjoy the color changes, lake view, and hot tub! Thank you Mike and Rebecca!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Kristen H.

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Pretty nice

This was one of the nicer properties in the area when we were looking for a place for a low-key bachelorette party. The overall house was nice, beds were very comfy, and the lake/backyard was amazing! Overall we enjoyed our stay, however there were a few things that made it less enjoyable: 1. There was about 3 paper towels left on the roll, and no extras in site so we had to make a trip all the way out to the grocery store just to get paper towels, which was very annoying. 2. The basement had a weird smell to it and so we didn't end up spending any time there which was a little annoying because that's where the projector/tv.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey P.

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Amazing little getaway

My family and I had a wonderful time at this charming lake house. Plenty of water activities for everyone and a great little area of Virginia, Fossil Beach was a big hit as well as Let'em Eat Cake Bakery just down the road. Cupcakes and Baklava were a big hit. In town there is a wonderful Pizza and seafood restaurant Angelo's Pizza Co. The Crab cakes were top notch:) Highly recommend this great little getaway:)
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

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Peaceful Place for Family Fun

The house is lovely, and the decor is fabulous. There is a private dock with watercrafts such as kayaks and paddleboards and a canoe. Life vests available for all ages and sizes. The lake is soooo quiet and peaceful. Two small private beaches are just a couple minutes away from home. A fabulous theater room with ping pong and game table perfect for our two teenagers to have some space. Beautiful views from the enormous windows and decks. Lots of towels. We were a party of 6 (with a baby) and the house was the perfect size for us. Fossils and shark teeth are easy to find and there is an awesome State Park with several sections of beaches, a pool, hiking and other activities, which is only about 10-15 minutes away. This is a quiet area. There were a few Restaurants in nearby Montross and more selections less than 1/2 hour at Colonial Beach. We actually ate in most nights followed by campfire or board games.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

David E., san Francisco, CA

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Great Lake House for Extended Family

Perfect spot for enjoying Lake Independence and the Potomac. The property has a private lake dock for swimming and for launching a large variety of provided watercraft: canoe, kayaks, SUP, paddle boards. We could easily take advantage of the private community's shark tooth beach on the Potomac, a private lake beach with floating platform for diving and jumping, and a community pool. The dining room was large enough for an extended family group. The kitchen was well equipped with cooking and eating utensils. The 3 bedrooms, including a bunk room, plus the loft and basement theater room presented many options for sleeping. There are several choices for crabbing in season as well as a restaurant where you can purchase cooked crabs at reasonable prices. The owner was responsive to emails.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Heather P., Ellicott City

Lovely family getaway

We had a lovely time enjoying this well-appointed home in a quiet neighborhood away from it all! We had the lake to ourselves, since it was spring break and still on the cool side, but had fun exploring with the kayaks and our bikes (which we brought along). The lake was surprisingly warm for mid-April, which was a great surprise and even let me get a bit of swimming in! Plenty of quiet beaches, trails, and more to explore nearby, and the kids also appreciated the Netflix and TV's!

10/10 Excellent

Karen W., Hanover, PA

Perfect Place To Enjoy Nature

Our time spent here was incredible! The house was very clean and ready for us to settle in immediately. It is the perfect place to unplug ( had fast internet,but no need to use it since there were adventures to explore around the area), perfect pace and very friendly locals made it so difficult to pack and come home. Rise early to go explore the beaches and hunt for treasures, afternoon on the dock fishing and then relax around the fire pit. My boys enjoyed all the wildlife and kayaking on the lake. Great place for any amateur photographer to capture some great shots. Absolutely the best relaxation spot for those who need to slow down and just be in the moment.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Rebecca B Hansen

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We are a family of six living out our dreams in the Northern Neck of Virginia! We love how friendly everyone is and love all the wildlife! Our favorite thing to do is paddle out on the lake and have a flotilla!

Why they chose this property

We rented a house in the neighborhood and six months later we were home owners ourselves! Be careful renting here you just might buy a house by the end of the trip!

What makes this property unique

There is nothing like sitting on the deck or dock and watching bald eagles and osprey soar above or finding shark teeth on the beaches!

Languages:

English