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Tipsy Mermaid “Rivah House” Kayak/Paddlebaord/Crabbing/Fishing

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
5 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
Smart TV, toys
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Lancaster, VA
  • Popular LocationGolden Eagle Golf Club39 min drive
  • Popular LocationWhite Stone Beach42 min drive
  • Popular LocationDeltaville Marina65 min drive
  • AirportRichmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)99 min drive

Space details

5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 15
186 sq m
Bedroom 1
    2 queen beds
    1 bunk bed
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
    1 bunk bed
Bedroom 3
    1 queen bed
    1 bunk bed
Bedroom 4
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 5
    1 king bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
    Bathtub
Bathroom 2
    Shower
Bathroom 3
    Bathtub/shower combo

Room options

About the area

Lancaster

On river.Within 16 miles (25 km) of this vacation home, you'll find Mary Ball Washington Museum and Library and Morattico Waterfront Museum. Good Luck Cellars is within 20 miles (32 km) and Compass Entertainment Complex is within 32 miles (40 km).
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What's nearby

  • Compass Entertainment Complex - 35 min drive
  • Historic Christ Church - 36 min drive
  • Golden Eagle Golf Club - 39 min drive
  • White Stone Beach - 42 min drive
  • Deltaville Marina - 65 min drive

Getting around

  • Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chesapeake Doughnut Company - 38 min drive
  • Urbanna Seafood Company - 66 min drive
  • Mi Jalisco - 62 min drive
  • The Tides Inn - 40 min drive
  • Debbie's Family Restaurant - 51 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Tipsy Mermaid “Rivah House” Kayak/Paddlebaord/Crabbing/Fishing

We want to share our little slice of heaven with you on the Northern Neck. The house sits on almost 4 acres on an inlet just off the Corrotoman and Rappahanock Rivers. Bring your boat and dock it at our deep water dock. You can also rent a boat just around the corner at Yankee Point Marina. This peaceful house is perfect for fishing, crabbing, kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, swimming, or just taking a break from city life. We have lots of toys for you to enjoy with the house.
The house has 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths. Three of the bedrooms and two full bathrooms are located upstairs and the additional bedroom and bathroom are located in the basement. There is also a 2 car garage where we store the toys. We have 1 paddleboard, 2 children's kayak, 1 adult kayak, and a water mat that can be used with the rental of the house. Most of the rooms have multiple beds that make it convenient for families with kids. Enjoy having your breakfast on the huge screened in porch or enjoy a glass of wine on the dock as you fish. Take a kayak out in the morning and you might even see a dophin or two or our Heron who lives in our inlet.
The Location of the house is perfect for quiet evenings at home by the firepit or a quick ride to nearby towns. The house is only a 20 minute drive to the town of Kilmarnock and White Stone, Va. Both have quaint shops and restaurants and a few wineries nearby. You can also visit the beautiful Tides Inn hotel by car or take your boat from the house for lunch or dinner. Visit Belle Isle state park and enjoy 7 miles of beaches and explore their trails and wetlands which is only 10 minutes from the house. You can also order food from Ellen's Country store (3 milles) or head to The Oaks restaurant which is a 10 minute drive from the house.

We hope you enjoy the house as much as we have. We have decorated the house with bright and happy colors to make it feel like a vacation. Let the fun and memorable times begin.



https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/belle-isle


The Tides Inn - Rich Heritage & Tradition
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Local Winery

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Marina- with restaurant and boat rentals
https://www.yankeepointmarina.com/

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pets need to be approved and agree to pet fee

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: Need to have events approved by owner
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50. Note from host: Need to have events approved by owner

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Flirty Flamingo “Rivah House”

Tipsy Mermaid “Rivah House” Kayak/Paddlebaord/Crabbing/Fishing Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rick R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family visit
We thought the property and home was very nice. Plenty of room for our group of four families. We did not use any of the outdoor stuff because we were there for a wedding and it rained the days the kids were at the house. We had an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ervin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice,quite waterfront property
The house is nice and cozy, very simple but compact with everything we need, the cleaning team may have to do a bit more better job but it’s pet friendly house so I totally understand it can not be spotless..overall we love the house, pet friendly and price friendly as well. Let starts with the bedroom. So many room and bed for everyone, the bed is comfortable. Well stock on linen and bath towel Bathroom are clean but be very careful for slippery of the litter one base on the water is a bit slimy ( I think it well water. My friend love it. she said it keep her skin so moisturizer) Kitchen is fully stock everything work well. Dining room, living room is cozy.. we love the sunny room the most so much space and very nice area to hang out. We had diner and lunch there every day. Outdoor area are awesome. Love the fire pit and enjoy water view, no fish to catch but many jellyfish in the water. Since it cold and rainy we didn’t use any of the water gear at all. Should be a fun house for summer. The dog love the outdoor area.. overall it’s a family and kids friendly home. Ps* * t-mobile no service at all. The satellite internet is slow when 10 people are in use at the same time.. if you need a better internet for work that can ruin your plan.. but Good thing we want less screen time for the kids so it’s is a positive vibe for us. ** the gas grill is outdoor. Didn’t show in the house list so I ask the owner personally to make sure it’s there. Just FYI.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Rose M.

Christmas getaway
The place was very roomy. Plenty of space. The temperature could have been better for certain area of the house. Those rugs (like in living room and dining area) need to be changed for the sake of people with allergies. The host was very sweet. I love the check in process. I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
If you enjoy being out in the country and on the water then you will enjoy staying here. By street appearance the house is unassuming but the inside is large. It’s an older home but the owners have made upgrades and seems to be an ongoing project. The kitchen and bathrooms were well equipped with everything you need. The bedding was nice. We spent time outside enjoying the fire pit at night. It’s located on the river with a nice deck and docking. The host was great. She was always available by text and responded quickly. We would definitely rent this place again if wanted somewhere on the river to stay. It definitely os a great place for large family get togethers. Lots of space outside and inside for gatherings. My low rating regarding the online description of property is based on inaccurate mileage between this house and downtown Urbana. We came in for a long weekend to attend the oyster festival. The listing said 5.4 miles to Urbanna but actually Urbanna was 39 minutes away.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Small but Mighty Good
We had 15 people spanning 4 families and 3 generations. The house is unassumingly large and accommodating compared to the square footage. At first glance we were concerned about ability to spread out but after a day we realized we had plenty of space. Outside activities dominated our time, but we were grateful for cold AC. Animal life is great - we saw multiple bald eagles, hawks, and blue crabs. The kayaks and SUP with the house were a huge highlight and we learned how great kid kayaks can be. Our six year olds navigated them easily with real independence. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils and appliances but we had to go get our own dish soap and DW detergent. The fridge and cabinets had some food in them - none was expired. This may be a perk for some guests, but with four families it made it hard for us to fit all our supplies for the week. Cell service was almost non-existent (which we didn’t mind as it ensured we “disconnected” from the real world). WiFi was also spotty and often didn’t support streaming high def shows. Tip: make sure you write down the door code and/or WiFi password before you arrive. We had to borrow the neighbors WiFi password to get onto VRBO app and find them.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nichole B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get away
Great home for a quiet get away with friends and family
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

jayne h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rain rain go away!
The weather did not cooperate, but sometimes that happens. Rain all week and jelly fish stopped swimming when the sun did appear. House was great for hanging out in the rain. We do like all being together, so that part was great. House is very comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M., Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet house on a beautiful creek
We had a nice stay and enjoyed fishing on the creek. The dock is beautiful. The owner was very nice and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Caryn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing & Tranquil
It was a beautiful drive getting there & was easy to find. This time of year made it quiet & very relaxing, I'm sure in the peak season there's definitely more noise & boat traffic. There's only 3 houses on this particular road so it seemed more secluded & very minimal traffic so ideal if you have a pet. We took Francesca's advice & went out to eat at The Oaks. A little hole in the wall restaurant with the absolute BEST staff and delicious food! The ribeye literally took up 3/4 of my plate & the homemade croutons are to die for (we actually got some to go). The only issues with the home itself was that there was only a half of roll of toilet paper in each bathroom, no hand soap & a bunch of empty bottle in the shower (we didn't know if we should throw them away so we left them). Also, I didn't realize from the description that one of the bedrooms is actually off of the master so accessed by walking through the master or the sliding glass door leading to the sunroom. Since it was a bunch of us ladies, not a big deal, but would've been weird if it was a couples trip. Francesca is absolutely AMAZING & we would definitely go back! THANK YOU!! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquility
This was a family trip. We loved the location, quietness, and the beauty we were surrounded by. We will definitely keep this house on our list.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022