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Relax And Reconnect With Expansive Views Of The Historic James River

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Property grounds
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8307 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

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Claremont, VA
  • College of William and Mary
    ‪63 min drive‬
  • Jamestown Settlement
    ‪73 min drive‬
  • Historic Jamestowne
    ‪76 min drive‬
  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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Private Country Retreat with Swimming Pool

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (130)
The price is €631
for 1 cottage
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Private Country Retreat with Swimming Pool

About this property

Entire place

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

Relax And Reconnect With Expansive Views Of The Historic James River

The Claremont River House is a peaceful getaway located on a high peninsula overlooking the James River. The location itself has a deep history, from before the time of the earliest European settlers, but the house itself was built about 20 years ago as a creativity retreat.
Each of the four levels of the house has rooms with balconies facing the water and views ranging far up and down the lovely James River. The bottom floor is a walk-out basement with a bedroom housing a queen bed, a two headed stone tile shower, a separate WC and a large communal sitting area. The main floor has a large Great Room and the communal kitchen as well as access on three sides to the wrap around porch. Two bedrooms are located on the second floor; the master with the king sized bed and gracious bath, featuring a Kohler slipper tub, opens onto a private balcony overlooking the river. The second bedroom has a queen sized bed and a private bath and offers a view of the grounds. The uppermost floor houses a cozy room with a private bath and a stunning, bird's eye perch over the river. The four-acre grounds provide seclusion along with easy access to the river side community. The property is served by high-speed internet.
Much of the woodwork in the home was made by Mack Headley, a former master craftsman in Colonial Williamsburg. Some of it, such as the herringbone patterned floor in the Great Room and staircase, was made by him from local walnut.
Enjoy, relax!
You'll find features like a water park at this villa. The villa includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned villa with kitchen, washing machine, and 4 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 22.3 mi (35.9 km) from College of William and Mary and 18.6 mi (29.9 km) from Jamestown Settlement
This villa offers its guests a water park. The family-friendly villa also features barbecue grills and a garden.

This Claremont villa is smoke free.

Property manager

Anna Hansen

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Kitchen island
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Hiking nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Theme parks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 3300 sq ft (307 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Relax And Reconnect With Expansive Views Of The Historic James River Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Connie G., Leesburg, Va

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific Property
The River House at Claremont was one of the best properties we have ever stayed in. I am a huge Gone With the Wind fan and this property brought you back to the South prior to the Civil War all we needed were ball gowns to make it really authentic. The house was well appointed with the necessaries (toilet paper, tissues, and toiltetries). In addition the kitchen pantry had salt, pepper, flour and other staples. The interior of the house is amazing with much of the furniture handmade by the owner who was a master woodworker at Williamsburg. The host Anna was very friendly and communication was excellent. Can't wait to return to this wonderful property.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the Claremont River House!
It was charming and really cozy and comfortable. We loved how secluded it was! Anna was a great host! I would recommend it to anyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Elegant Home with Amazing Views
Lovely stay in a well-appointed home. Perfect for a group, family, or couple.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilou Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Retreat from Williamsburg
Property as described. Remote but we didn’t find the commute to Williamsburg/Jamestown/Yorktown to be excessive. The ferry ride went smoothly and gave us time to fine tune our daily plans and relax a bit after a day of sightseeing. Surry county is friendly and has wonderful historical sites as well
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

audra s., Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Last Minute Labor Day Getaway
We sought a getaway to Williamsburg. When we found the Claremont River house, we were happy to book. We enjoy staying near/in Surry because the ferry ride is part of our experience. Anna was great to work with. She was accommodating to our needs. This was definitely one of the nicer VRBO stays we’ve experienced.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon R., Bloomington, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Work retreat
Everything was great, Anna an exceptional host, the only improvement would be better pots, pans and utensils for needed nonstick cookware
Stayed 48 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Home by the James River!
We visited from Los Angeles. Anna was an amazing host. She even checked in before our visit to make sure all was well. The house was spectacular and was very secluded, which was the experience we were seeking. The property is amazing as well. Big open space, high on a hill overlooking the James River.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irma S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house, but…
The property itself is wonderful. Super clean and many amenities. Amazing views of the James River. However, the information provided on the site never mentioned that the property is “more than one hour” away from any of the area’s attractions, for example Bush Gardens. That being said, I admit I never asked the manager for this information nor did I do research regarding distances to local attractions. I do want to thank the host for providing an extraordinarily beautiful home and for responding promptly to my questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Much needed relaxation
This property is truly unique in the best ways. Waking up in the morning with amazing river view and the peaceful silence of nature.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy n.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome 50th bday girls getaway!
The house was beautiful and unique and comfortable and clean! We had a great time! If you are OK with town being a drive 45 minutes or more. The river was peaceful and we just talked and chilled and cooked! Anna’s pizza in Surry was yummy!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Respite!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the beautiful Claremont House. The peacefulness, the beauty of the 4 acres, the glimpses of wildlife, the lovely house with its wonderful architecture, and the beautiful James River all combined to give us the peace and relaxation we sought. This was a last minute get-away for our upcoming 40th wedding anniversary. Other plans had fallen through but the Claremont House was a wonderful Plan B. Anna and her mom were a delight and very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Steve R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Wonderful visit, very quiet and peaceful with grat views of thw James River. Its a bit of a drive to Williamsburg area.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A late Christmas get together
The house was perfect for all of the family to relax and be together. Because of work schedules it was impossible to be together over Christmas. They left up the Christmas tree so we could enjoy a late Christmas. The management was very helpful
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing home with water view
The house was a grand home with verandas on multiple levels. We enjoyed sitting outside at the end of each day with wine and enjoying the view (birds, boats, and deer). The kitchen was well stocked with everything you need to prepare meals with a marvelous stove, 2 ovens, microwave and cookware as well as ample dishes. 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths meant each of the four of us had our own space. The common areas were very nice.y appointed as well. The internet also was functional. It was a free ferry ride to many historic sites but the trip was worth it as we could return to a grand home and enjoy the quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa V., Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular - Exquisit Stay
Beautiful house in a quiet serene setting...Everything one could need for a perfect stay was in the house. It was close to many places to visit and/or parks. Each room was filled with light and each bedroom, its own bathroom. The gathering room was fantastic and the porches provided amazing views of the river. We saw rabbits, deer, hawks, plus more...on the property. We walked a 2 mile loop to the river and back through town to the house. At night we saw shooting stars and had spectacular sunsets and sunrises. We celebrated 4 birthdays and 1 retirement. We had dinners at the large table together. Coming from various States, this was a magical week and place to be together.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning property
I can’t say enough about our stay in the River House. It was very grand, amazing, scenic views overlooking the James River, clean, spacious, peaceful, historical, and relaxing. What a truly amazing vacation spot. Thank you ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruby P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Perfect
The location and layout of this beautiful home was perfect for our group of adults and children. Anna the host was beyond accommodating and was very patient and helpful whenever we needed her. We locked ourselves out of the interior rooms twice but it turned into an opportunity to meet some wonderful new people. Can't wait to go back next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views
This place is perfect! It’s private, peaceful, the views are amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Claremont House
The house was perfect for all of us. We could eat together, sit on back porch, watch wildlife, do our daily forays into all the areas around. Drink lots of coffee.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nature and Luxury Create the Perfect Getaway
This property is a sensory buffet. From the perfectly appointed interior to the active osprey nest just outside the stairway landing window, this was a welcoming and warm oasis for our family getaway. Guest enjoyed the gathering spaces and the privacy of bedrooms, each with their own en suite. The grounds are great for quiet walks, exploring, and observing nature. The property manager answered my questions and gave us many options in the area before arrival, with even more on the property. This is the perfect mix of rural solitude, being nestled in Surry Co/Spring Grove, and Williamsburg's major tourism attractions are an enjoyable free ferry ride away. The only hardship this property created was having to leave it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible house with everything we could ask for...and more!
From the moment your drive up you know you are going to have a wonderful time! The house is gorgeous and the owners really took care to have everything we could possibly want from start to finish. The details that were put into the weekend really made this trip that much more special. With incredible views and easy access to the river we all enjoyed our time away and were so thankful to have discovered such an incredible house! Definitely recommend a visit and I am looking forward to getting back there again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Misty P.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a retreat from the norm!
The property was beautiful, clean, spacious, and surprisingly stocked with extra amenities for guests..Anna and Stephanie were super helpful.. We enjoyed not having TV and wifi, as family time and seclusion was the point of our trip.. We enjoyed bird watching and kept the windows open most of the stay.. Saw 3 different eagles off the back balcony during our stay, which was very rare...we utilized the cornhole boards, fire pit, and the radios located through out the house.. take the reviews serious when they say the closest store is NO WHERE nearby.. We visited Williamsburg, Janestowne, York Town, (the tiny sliver) Claremont Beach for a sunset and Smiths Plantation.. prepare to be an easy hour from pretty much anything.. we never spotted a human in Claremont until our day leaving (other than the owner). We utilized the long drive for our daily exercise.. The Merchant Square in Williamsburg has several dining options if you really wanna eat out.. we came prepared to make several meals at the home but did eat early dinners at The Cheese Shop and Mellow Mushroom and lunch at Retro(something) that had amazing lunch and local craft beer.. The Beer Project (in same bldg as Mellow Mushroom) is a fun family place to await the local eateries with several games (for kids) and beers on tap.. Also a Smashburgers that looked amazing and had no wait (like the sit-downs), was located in the same area.. The property is stocked with several items for finer dining or serving that makes me think a small wedding, reception, or shower would also be beautiful here with lots of items already offered with the fee. I agree with the review about comfortable seating in the living area, but we stayed outside most of our trip so that wasn't an issue for us.. If we are to visit the area again, we would certainly look to stay again here.. *last note, you need to be physically able to climb stairs to enjoy this property as there is no bedroom on main floor.. Thank you for sharing this gem of a property!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything is true!
I agree with all of the previous reviews posted. This house is amazing! Definitely a place to relax and unwind. We hope to rebook again some day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning venue overlooking the James River
This home is gracious and has beautifully appointed rooms. The view from every floor was breathtaking - including the lush property with all the crêpe myrtles in bloom and other flowers as well as long views in both directions of the James River. We saw so many types of birds. And more than once had bald eagle sightings which was very magical! The kitchen had everything that we needed to cook over the long weekend. We did drive to a restaurant one evening and it was a little far. I’d recommend planning to cook or grill out because the scenic views were a lovely backdrop to all our meals - inside and out. Fabulous stay for four best friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Savannah P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning house with an interesting lay out
My friends and I stayed here for a few days so we could go to Busch Gardens and Water Country USA. This was the most PERFECT place we could've asked to stay. Insanely beautiful, secluded, and bright. We had a blast here, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022