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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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White Stone, VA
  • Place, beach near Burk's Lane
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, beach near Fleets Island
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, White Stone Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the area

White Stone

On river.Stay at this White Stone vacation home and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Chesapeake Bay and 9 miles (15 km) of White Stone Beach. Steamboat Era Museum is within 9 miles (15 km) and Golden Eagle Golf Club is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • beach near Burk's Lane - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • beach near Fleets Island - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • White Stone Beach - 20 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Deltaville Marina - 37 min drive - 46.8 km
  • Gwynn's Island Museum - 46 min drive - 63.8 km

Getting around

  • Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Table at Wilton - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Chesapeake Doughnut Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Rocket Billy's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Willaby's Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The 606 Featuring The Quays And Walkabout Creek - ‬14 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.

Waterfront Getaway • Beach• Dock• Kayaks• Fire Pit

Summary:

Little Oyster: A Historic Waterfront Sanctuary on Fleets Island



Just 50 feet from the Rappahannock River, Little Oyster is a beautifully updated 1917 waterfront farmhouse built by renowned local boat builder Gilbert White. This is the kind of place families come to unplug, reconnect, and live the Rivah Life—crabbing off the dock, kayaking at sunrise, soaking in the hot tub at sunset.



Whether you’re planning a family getaway, multi-generational retreat, or slow-paced working vacation, this home offers rare, direct water access with privacy, space, and true riverfront charm.



Why Guests Save & Book This Home

✔ Private dock + kayak launch in a protected cove

✔ Small sandy beach + hot tub overlooking the river

✔ Boat rentals delivered directly to the dock (bring yours or rent locally)

✔ Two bedrooms with panoramic water views

✔ First-floor bedroom option – ideal for grandparents or anyone avoiding stairs

✔ Large deck + pergola for outdoor dining & sunsets

✔ Two living spaces + sunroom – space to gather and spread out

✔ Fully stocked kitchen + laundry – perfect for longer stays

✔ Quiet private drive, yet minutes to Irvington, White Stone & Kilmarnock



A True “Rivah Life” Experience

Located in a wide, peaceful cove at the mouth of the Rappahannock and Chesapeake Bay, the property offers front-row seats to crabbing, fishing, oystering, boating, and wildlife watching—right from your own backyard.



You’ll have access to:

• 2 kayaks + life jackets (multiple sizes)

• 12-ft floating mat for river lounging

• Crab traps, fishing poles & oyster rake

• Dock space for your personal boat

• Easy boat rental delivery + pickup

Spend mornings on the water, afternoons on the private beach, and evenings in the hot tub or around the fire pit.



Designed for Families & Shared Stays

With 2,100 sq ft, two living areas, a sunroom, and two full baths, this home is ideal for two families traveling together or a multi-generational group.

Upstairs:

• Two water-view bedrooms

• One family-style suite so parents can stay close to kids while keeping privacy

Downstairs:

• Office with queen bed for guests who prefer minimal stairs

There’s room to gather for meals and game nights—and also space to retreat when you want quiet.



Work Remote by Day, Relax by Night

High-speed WiFi makes it easy to work remotely with river views. End your workday with:

• Sunset drinks on the deck

• Hot tub under the stars

• Fire pit evenings with family & friends

This is an ideal “workcation” for guests who want productivity balanced with true restoration.



Location Perks

Little Oyster sits on Fleets Island—peaceful and private, yet just minutes from charming Northern Neck towns.

Nearby favorites:

• Irvington, White Stone & Kilmarnock dining & shopping

• Compass Entertainment Center (mini golf + movies for kids)

• Local wineries & antique shops

• Tides Inn for upscale waterfront dining

• Easy day trips to Yorktown (1 hr) & Williamsburg (1.5 hrs)



Great Fit For:

✔ Families

✔ Multi-generational groups

✔ Couples or friends seeking a quiet waterfront escape

✔ Remote workers who want water access + privacy



*Not suitable for parties or events.*



Don’t miss your chance to experience the magic of the Northern Neck. Follow our story on Instagram: @littleoysterriverhouse



Other Things to Note:

CC FEE UPON CANCELLATION: Please note that if your payment was processed via Stripe (ex. direct and VRBO bookings) and you choose to cancel your reservation, the initial Stripe processing fees are non-refundable, as per Stripe’s policy.



TRAVEL PROTECTION HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your investment. Unexpected events such as illness, injury, family emergencies, severe weather, flight disruptions, or other circumstances can arise before or during your trip.

Please note that our cancellation policy is applied consistently to all reservations and cannot be modified on a case-by-case basis due to individual circumstances. Travel insurance is designed to provide protection when unforeseen events prevent travel and may reimburse eligible prepaid, nonrefundable trip costs.

For this reason, we encourage all guests to purchase travel insurance at the time of booking. For coverage options, consider Generali Global Assistance or the provider of your choice.



Mean low water: 3-4 feet

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water sports equipment
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 2,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please see the house manual for our instructions.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed
All events require prior permission from owners

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Note from host: All events require prior permission from owners
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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. Note from host: All events require prior permission from owners Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Waterfront Getaway • Beach• Dock• Kayaks• Fire Pit to the airport?

This vacation home is 68.4 mi (91-min drive) away from the Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Waterfront Getaway • Beach• Dock• Kayaks• Fire Pit have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Waterfront Getaway • Beach• Dock• Kayaks• Fire Pit to the beach?

This vacation home is 8.7 mi (18-min drive) from White Stone Beach and 10.5 mi (20-min drive) from Public Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Waterfront Getaway • Beach• Dock• Kayaks• Fire Pit offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waterfront Getaway • Beach• Dock• Kayaks• Fire Pit?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Getaway • Beach• Dock• Kayaks• Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Waterfront Getaway • Beach• Dock• Kayaks• Fire Pit?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Waterfront Getaway • Beach• Dock• Kayaks• Fire Pit have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Waterfront Getaway • Beach• Dock• Kayaks• Fire Pit have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Waterfront Getaway • Beach• Dock• Kayaks• Fire Pit to downtown White Stone?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Windmill Point.

Waterfront Getaway • Beach• Dock• Kayaks• Fire Pit Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob & Laura A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful stay at a special property. My wife and I were on a getaway and this was a perfect place. The house and property were very cool, and the setting on the water was great gor kayaking, sitting on the dock, fishing, or enjoying the view while preparing dinner together.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Great House in a Great Location

We had a wonderful experience in this charming and exceptionally well-equipped house!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg H.

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

nice waterfront location

Old house with a lot of character and far removed which is what we were looking for on a vacation to get away. We loved the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leanne K.

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

Lovely home

We really enjoyed our stay! There are so many spaces to hang out - the sun room, deck, living room, dock, and great kitchen. The beds were comfortable, and the owners were responsive to our questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mihr W.

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

A wonderful house

This is a beautiful and well equipped house on the bay. It has a great balance of being neutral, homey and comfortable. We had a wonderful stay and would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

April P.

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

River stay

We rented this house for two families and it was perfect! The house was beautiful, beds were comfortable and the location was very nice. We enjoyed our stay. The home owners were very responsive to any questions or issues we had. I would recommend for anyone to stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry L.

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

Relaxing with beautiful sunsets

Great location close to Windmill point marina for bigger boats. We had a great time crabbing from the dock and kayaking out to the sandbar to visit the rays. Easy drive into Whitestone and Kilmarnock.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Justin S.

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

Weekend Safe

Overall the trip was a good experience for my family and I. I think the house could use some TLC, but overall it wasn't bad.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy G.

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

Perfect Rivah Vacation

Nothing but wonderful things to say about this amazing Rivah house. The house itself it lovely! Plenty of room to spread out between the bedrooms, living area, kitchen and sun room. No one complained about cooking or doing dishes with those views!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

Best time at Little Oyster

My family cannot say enough wonderful things about our stay at Little Oyster. The owners responded to all of questions quickly and ensured that we had everything we needed. The house is close enough to grocery stores for anything you might need and our only recommendation would be to bring water shoes for swimming. We caught plenty of fish and crabs for a seafood feast! Will definitely keep this on our list to look into for future stays.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Melanie S.

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

Two Families

Older farm house in good condition with modern amenities. Quiet, private location for a relaxing week away. Only wish was to know the channel route out to the big water. The neighbor was kind enough to show us the route. Sweet dock for the boat and fishing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

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

Comfort and Beautiful Views

The house was clean and everything we needed was provided. Almost every room has a view of the water and the sun porch and living rooms are very comfortable. We had a great time on the kayaks and mucking around the dock. We caught 10 blue crabs and a beautiful grouper as well. There were 7 of us and it was perfect for us. ( The Chesapeake does have stinging jellyfish this time of year. ) I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nova R.

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

Girls’ weekend

So much fun to stay in a 1917 farm house. Unfortunately didn’t appear haunted but we did have a mouse visit last night. We probably should have anticipated that in a farm house & put our snacks away better. Loved the view, the hot tub, firepit, the very comfortable beds, the veranda/sunroom, etc. We would’ve made use of the kayaks had the weekend not been a total rainout. We did make good use of the rain boots for a beautiful walk. Perfect getaway location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rod B.

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

Island Times

Great location. The water is just 50 feet from the sun porch. That room is the best, all windows, a TV, small dining table. My 2 year old grandson loved being there and loved the outside, particularly the little beach. The kitchen was fully stocked and a delight to use, facing the water. Bedrooms had direct water views. The room spaces had doors and gates available so we could keep an eye on our toddler. My son-in-law fished daily. I took three kayak trips, one to a remote beach. Golfed up in Quinton Oaks. There was more but you get the picture! Thanks Michael and Elizabeth!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

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

Family memories made

From start to finish our family vacation this year was absolutely amazing. Michael was an amazing host and always responded to questions quickly. He also let us know that we could check in earlier than planned because the house was ready! The house was perfect for my family. The restored house was perfect and cozy. We explored the waters, caught crabs in the crab traps, enjoyed watching the sea life (jellyfish and sting ray), fished, floated, kayaked, played lawn games, enjoyed morning coffee in the gazebo and night time soaks in the hot tub. We cooked amazing meals in the well stocked kitchen and enjoyed games with the family on the sun porch in the evenings. We had camp fires and the kids enjoyed late night movies in the family room. Beds were comfortable and the house was nicely cooled by central air and added window ac units. We were sad our vacation had to end....but have so many amazing memories! Thank you for allowing us to enjoy your home! Megan
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany K.

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

Family vacation

We typically do an OBX vacation but wanted to switch it up this year. This house was the perfect layout for our family (my parents, mother in law, sister + cousin, and us + our daughter) and the beds were surprisingly comfortable. The kitchen was easily the best stocked I’ve ever seen for a rental. It is very isolated (don’t expect a nightlife or anything like that) but the views could not be beat. Almost every room in the house had an amazing water view. We ate crabs from Miss Mary’s literally every night (the owners provide a very nice list of places to eat/shop around). We had a plumbing issue that was immediately dealt with, they were so responsive to any messages or questions we had. The dock was the perfect place to sit and enjoy the weather, tan, fish, and crab. We tied a floating raft to hang out on for a couple of days during a visit. They provided kayaks, and we brought our own paddle boards. If you stay in this home you have to go out on the water! It’s clear and warm and there’s a lovely sandbar not far from the house where we watched string rays swim for hours. If you want an escape from it all, or a great spot for a family vacation this is the place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Little oyster

Great location. House is large enough for all of us. Kids loved the beaches.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B.

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

Great location

Location was incredible. Owners provided many extras for recreation and responsive to all questions
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

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

Beautiful

Beautiful peaceful location. Upstairs tub didn’t drain. A lot of bugs everywhere! Very well stocked kitchen. Yellow Kayak was missing plugs and took on water. Great crabbing! Lots of kid items in home which aren’t listed like a porta crib, high chair and life jackets.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

Northern Neck Nirvana!

This is a lovely property inside and out. We were a group of seven family and friends with ages ranging from 21 to 76 who vacation together yearly and everyone voted this their favorite trip and property. The water views are stunning (and can be enjoyed from almost all of the house) and the yard is lovely with wonderful "old-fashioned" southern landscaping that included gardenias and hydrangeas. A nice long dock and plenty of water activities for everyone. Lots of fun eateries around plus a fully stocked kitchen for preparing and enjoying the incredible local seafood available. Definitely a little slice of heaven on the "rivah".
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy R.

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

Weekend Family Getaway

We had a great time fishing, swimming, oyster and crab hunting. Caught some strange looking fish and all if our kids had a blast. The adults enjoyed the hot tub and kayaking. The house was amazing, beautiful and clean. Spaced out for plenty of room. The water and the dock were great. The kids played out there most of the time, even in the misty rain. We can't wait to go again. Thank you so much!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

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

Beautiful place!

Can’t say enough good things about this place, beautiful views. Calm water. Kayaks. Dock. Fishing. Splash pad. Only thing is doesn’t have washer or dryer but I wouldn’t let that stop me for a minute to going back. Also Michael the host had great communication and recommendations for what to do around town and with our little ones. We can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Noah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Location!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Michael was a great host and remained in constant communication. The Location was perfect and had great views. While updated, the house is still a little old and be aware that there is no laundry room.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Wonderful location and stay.

Our family of 5 loved the house and had a great time. Our hosts were very good to communicate with us on any questions that we had. Our only suggestion would be that adding a washer and dryer would be a big help for future guests.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen F.

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

Absolute Perfection!

Stunning property, well maintained and loved. The house had plenty of space for two families to stay comfortably. Out back provides breathtaking views from the yard, deck, or hot tub. The pier is perfect for fishing and crabbing. The private beach and shallow waters were perfect for sand castles and tons of swimming. Many memories made and we will definitely be returning
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

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