Waterfront Cottage On Candy Point: Family-Friendly and Dog-Friendly!

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Entire home

One of the amazing sunsets --our view up the Potomac River

Exterior of Little House
Screened porch facing water

View of the Potomac River and the Chesapeake Bay

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

9.6

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Dryer

Explore the area

Heathsville, VA

Northern Neck Farm Museum12 min drive
Rice's Hotel / Hughlett's Tavern20 min drive
Heathsville Farmers' Market20 min drive
Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)97 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Want to get away from it all? This is the place for you. Drive down Candy Point Road and
you'll feel like you are back at summer camp in this peaceful cottage with beautiful original pine walls and tall ceilings. Its cozy porch faces directly onto Rogers Creek, with views of the Potomac River and the Chesapeake Bay.
We call this cottage "The Little House" because it is the smaller guest house on the property-- the "Big House" is nearby across the yard. Just down the hill is our sandy beach.
The kitchen and bathroom were updated in spring 2017.
A washer/dryer stack unit has just been installed.
The cottage has central air conditioning and heat plus ceiling fans in every room.
Lie in the hammock to watch both spectacular sunsets and sunrises. Great star gazing.
For your use find beach chairs, beach umbrella, noodles, inner tubes, coolers, fishing gear, sand toys, bikes, a fire-pit, adult kayak, one junior kayak, and 1 paddle board in the garage.
Sleeps 4 in two bedrooms, one with queen bed and one with twin beds. The bathroom has a shower, no bathtub, tile floor. Pets are welcome, but if they get wet and muddy, please dry them off and put towels on my cushions!
Kitchen has electric stove, microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker and refrigerator with freezer. Wireless internet service, no TV. Painted floors, hooked rugs, quilts, and lots of charm throughout.
CHECK IN IS AT 3 PM; CHECK OUT IS AT 11 AM
INQUIRE IF AN EARLY CHECK IN OR LATE CHECK OUT IS AVAILABLE, IF IT IS THE FEE IS $50 FOR EITHER

Property manager

Rob Whittle

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Ariel view, house directly on the Chesapeake Bay.

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 28

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Although the house is sturdy, please treat it gently! Painted floors can be scraped; newly upholstered cushions should be covered with towels if peop

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Heathsville

Located in Heathsville, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Northern Neck Farm Museum and Reedville Fishermen's Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Buzzard's Point Marina and Smith Point Marina. Kinsale Museum and Compass Entertainment Complex are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Heathsville, VA

What's nearby

Northern Neck Farm Museum - 12 min drive
Rice's Hotel / Hughlett's Tavern - 20 min drive
Heathsville Farmers' Market - 20 min drive
Buzzard's Point Marina - 20 min drive
Smith Point Marina - 25 min drive

Getting around

Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

‪Subway - ‬20 min drive
‪Tavern Restaurant - ‬20 min drive
‪T&J's Dairy Barn - ‬13 min drive
‪Little River Seafood - ‬11 min drive
‪Newsome's Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Cottage On Candy Point: Family-Friendly and Dog-Friendly! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Cottage On Candy Point: Family-Friendly and Dog-Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Cottage On Candy Point: Family-Friendly and Dog-Friendly!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Cottage On Candy Point: Family-Friendly and Dog-Friendly! located?

This Heathsville cottage is on the beach, 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Northern Neck Farm Museum, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Buzzard's Point Marina and Rice's Hotel / Hughlett's Tavern. Heathsville Farmers' Market and Reedville Fishermen's Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H.

16 June 2024

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

A Gem in Northern Neck

This property has stunning views of the water- a super host and an impeccable cottage that was a delight to stay in. We’re already planning our return. Swim in the river, relax on the dog or grill local fish- this place is near perfection. Very clean. Everything you need and a sweet charming cottage that’s been beautifully preserved.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

William C.

25 Nov 2023

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Very disappointed!

The house number was difficult to locate in the dark, very hard to find. No lights were on, and the outside entrance light did not work. The temperature inside the house was 63 degrees when we arrived. The heat pump only got the temperature up to 68 degrees during the two days we were there! The house was not very clean. Cobwebs everywhere. Instructions for the WIFI were unclear! There was no TV in the unit. Dead bugs were found on the floors and in the kitchen. There was no major lighting over the dining room table and even with all the lights on the house was quite dark! To get some of the lights to work one had to use extension cords. With the strong wind our first night one could feel the cold air coming right through the walls of the house! It certainly was not what we were expecting and not what was described in the description of the property!!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha K.

6 Oct 2023

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

Birthday Trip

Had a great time! Comfy house and great location on the water. Getting the kayaks into the water was a little challenging but doable. Area was very quiet

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

28 Sept 2023

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

Little getaway

We had a lovely, relaxing stay. The views are terrific!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annemarie G.

25 Sept 2023

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

Peace Restored

Quick two night getaway from NOVA and teaching. Cottage beautifully situated on Hull Creek and the Potomac River. Beautiful view from the porch. Spent the day looking listening to the water while reading on the porch. Tropical storm Ophelia couldn't even dampen our spirits, the porch allowed us to be safe but also soak up the natural be

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim

24 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Excellent get away for the weekend. Rarely saw other people and the surrounding communities were very welcoming. Great host and property.

10/10 Excellent

Jim

23 July 2023

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cate N.

12 July 2023

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

Felt like a trip back in time

We had a blast, my kids loved the doll house! And we're comfortable sleeping. We all enjoyed the small beach. The tide was higher though and there were a lot of jellyfish so we couldn't really play as much in the water as we had hoped, esp bc it was so hot during our stay. We didn't use the property to it's full capacity (only went canoeing once) It's a bit of a drive to restaurants so plan your food accordingly, but otherwise, no complaints. It felt a lot like the cabins we stayed in on the great lakes as kids!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neile W.

29 June 2023

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

Fantastic location

This is the second time we stay in this property and we always leave wanting to come back. The location is perfect, with great views of the creek and river. Water is just a few steps away. The small sandbanks make this place perfect for kids/teens who like exploring. The equipment provided (kayaks, boards) where all we needed to enjoy the river. Highly recommended to families and nature lovers.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey L.

5 Oct 2022

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

We'll be back!

We had a wonderful stay at Robert's cottage. The cottage is cozy and comfortable, equipped with everything we needed. The view from the house is wonderful, and the little beach area was perfect for our children to splash in the water. We spent a lot of time reading in the hammock and sitting on the screen porch. My birding husband saw nearly 30 species of birds just around the house. We love visiting the area and frequent Hughlett Point Nature Preserve, which is about 25 minutes from Robert's cottage. We look forward to coming back to Robert's cottage in the future.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Margaret H.

14 Sept 2022

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

We had a great time!

I had my wedding at the River, and my girls and I stayed at this home for the weekend and to use to get ready in. It was perfect!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Cecilia O.

25 Aug 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a small family quiet vacation

It is a place well located with lots of potential but it needs ctl Easy access to the property. Cute town and lovely people.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Carmen R.

22 Aug 2022

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

Family vacation

After a lengthy car ride, we were welcomed into the home with a note written on a large whiteboard that said “Observe check out 11:00!” Not really a welcoming message. The house was cute and had a great view. We enjoyed sitting on the porch and outside. The down side was finding a jelly fish type of creature dead on the little beach. Being from New England this was not something I thought about. So we were afraid to go in the water. A big mistake on my part. We did have a very quiet and relaxing week. We were surprised that the owner never checked in with us to make sure everything was okay.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

kelly g.

9 Aug 2022

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Much needed respite

Belated Father’s Day present and last weekend before daughter goes back to college. Lots of down time for reading, sunning kayaking paddle boarding. Last night of the vacation we lost power. No storm, just a random power outage. Thank you for sharing your cottage with us

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tanya M., Phoenix, Maryland

2 Aug 2022

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

Great weekend getaway

Great property with the most beautiful views! We enjoyed just sitting and enjoying the view all weekend! Dogs had a great time and owner Rob was very quick to reply to any questions and allow a late checkout! Cottage just needs a little more lighting inside at night and walk down to the river/creek was too steep for my mother but otherwise we couldn’t have had a better trip! We were able to enjoy the bikes and other amenities in the garage, fire pit, hammock and pier.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

28 July 2022

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

Great stay!

Beautiful location and great stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim and Eric L.

21 July 2022

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

Wonderful Cottage On The Water

This was the perfect weekend get-away. Even though it rained much of the weekend, we were able to enjoy relaxing on the screened in porch and listening to the sounds of nature. The cottage was clean and well supplied, and the hosts could not have been nicer. We will happily return to this great little oasis.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H., Timonium, MD

17 July 2022

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

So relaxing!

What a relaxing spot! We spent hours of our trip on the screened porch reading, plying games, and napping. The house was well-appointed. We enjoyed the kayaks and SUP. WiFi was spotty at times. The only downfall is that there’s nothing nearby. This is just fine if you’re looking to relax, but our kids were antsy.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandi C., Round Hill, VA

29 June 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, views and perfect short trip

The “Little House” was perfect for our first rental with our two large labs. My husband enjoyed the line crabbing all over the property while the pups and I mostly spent time on the porch with its shade in the afternoon and great place to watch the sunrise in the morning. Sunsets were spectacular just like the 1st picture with all the colors shown.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

27 June 2022

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

Charming little house with amazing views

This property is charming, located right on Hull Creek overlooking the Chesapeake Bay next to the Potomac River. Views of the river and the bay from all sides. Nice lite breeze all days, so no bugs to pester you. Paddle boarding on the creek was calm and flat, very relaxing. Overall a wonderful place to stay and relax.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

12 June 2022

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

Great stay

Really quiet and peaceful, a good spot to watch boaters and kayaker go by. Camp vibes with AC! A great get away!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

25 May 2022

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

Nice getaway

The home was quaint and tidy. Nice setting and pretty secluded which was nice because that’s what I was looking for. Only draw back was the bugs that were pretty bad at night, but the screened porch was a life saver. Robert was super nice and easy going. Overall it was the perfect setting for my little getaway to recharge!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

glays c.

8 May 2022

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

Location location

Beautiful waterfront view. Nicely decorated house.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Geoffrey G.

27 Apr 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

Great location and property

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sanjaya R.

22 Apr 2022

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

Lovely House Lovely Location

Really enjoyed staying here. Well equipped.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Rob Whittle

We are native Virginians and live in Alexandria, VA.
The property includes 2 cottages, a garage, 1 acre, and a dock. It's our family's favorite place and we've been restoring and upgrading it for the last 35 years.
I love painting furniture and floors and anyone can see I have been very busy with my projects!

Why they chose this property

Definitely its proximity to the water. Candy Point is practically surrounded by water... you can hear the waves at night. Visitors feel like they are on a boat because the house is up on a hill and you see water everywhere you look!

What makes this property unique

In the spring you can watch ospreys ( just back from their winter journey to Argentina) building their nests. Bald eagles soar above the creek. We have bluebirds and hummingbirds too. It is a very quiet setting --at night you hear the waves and the frogs across the creek at Froggy Bottom. Plus the star gazing is amazing! also, there's fishing and crabbing from the dock.