Have you made your summer vacay plans yet at the Rivah in Irvington?
Irvington, Essex County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Have you made your summer vacay plans yet at the Rivah in Irvington? WE WISH TO LET OUR GUESTS KNOW THAT WE ALWAYS THOROUGHLY CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE ENTIRE HOUSE AFTER EACH AND EVERY TURNOVER BETWEEN GUESTS. DURING THIS COVID - 19, OUR CLEANING CREW IS TAKING EXTRA STEPS, MEASURES AND PRECAUTIONS TO ENSURE AS SANITARY AN ENVIRONMENT AS POSSIBLE, INCLUDING THE WEARING OF MASKS AND THE LAUNDERING OF...
Have you made your summer vacay plans yet at the Rivah in Irvington? WE WISH TO LET OUR GUESTS KNOW THAT WE ALWAYS THOROUGHLY CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE ENTIRE HOUSE AFTER EACH AND EVERY TURNOVER BETWEEN GUESTS. DURING THIS COVID - 19, OUR CLEANING CREW IS TAKING EXTRA STEPS, MEASURES AND PRECAUTIONS TO ENSURE AS SANITARY AN ENVIRONMENT AS POSSIBLE, INCLUDING THE WEARING OF MASKS AND THE LAUNDERING OF TOWELS AND BEDDING IN HOT WATER. YOUR COMFORT AND SAFETY IS OUR PARAMOUNT CONCERN. TOGETHER WE WILL GET THROUGH THIS! 👍💕ADORABLE COTTAGE IN THE HEART OF HISTORIC IRVINGTON!Leave all your troubles behind and unwind at this adorable single level 2 bedroom 2 bath bungalow in the heart of historic Irvington. Situated on a beautifully landscaped half acre corner piece of property, Key Cottage, ca. 1918, provides the perfect setting for a romantic getaway, family reunion, holiday retreat, wedding accommodations, and spillover for houseguests. It is the perfect spot to relax after a day of golfing, fishing, sailing, waterskiing, antiquing, and boutiquing. Key Cottage is centrally located and walkable to everything the charming village of Irvington has to offer. Feel like starting your day with a morning coffee walk? No worries! Head down to The Local and enjoy a croissant and coffee at their outdoor cafe! Want to go out for dinner but don't feel like getting in the car? No problem! Walk to The Tides Inn, Hope and Glory, The Office or Dredge, f/k/a Trick Dog Bar and Bistro.Feel like eating in? No sweat! In nearby White Stone, there is a gourmet shop called The River Market, affectionately known as "Jimmy's", where you can pick up a couple of mouthwatering steaks, and pop them on our hardwired Weber gas grill, and dine al fresco on our screened in porch, complete with ceiling fan and all accoutrements.Feel like seafood? Merroir (Rappahannock Oyster Company), just across the Rappahannock River, is famous for its oysters and offers delightful outdoor riverside dining. It is open for lunch and dinner. It and Willaby's, in White Stone, also open for lunch and dinner, offers some of the finest views of the Rivah!Feel like enjoying a cocktail in Irvington before dinner? The bar at the Chesapeake Club at The Tides Inn, Dredge, and Vine, are all within a healthy walking distance of Key Cottage.There are three supermarkets 4 miles away in the "big city" of Kilmarnock, along with other shops and restaurants, including Specials Wine Seller, where the knowledgeable and friendly proprietor, Amy will pair her fine wines with what you’re planning to have for dinner. She also offers fun and informative wine tastings every Friday evening! There are also art galleries and museums, including the very popular Fishermen's Museum in Reedville. But don't forget to check out our own museum, The Steamboat Era Museum in the heart of Irvington on King Carter Drive. Our little museum has received big praise for its state of the art exhibitions offering a glimpse of days gone by, when folks traveled here by steamboat, and disembarked on nearby Steamboat Road.Then there is the top rated Irvington Farmer's Market on the Village Green on the first Saturday of the month from May - November. There you will find everything from flowers to furniture! Feel like some retail therapy, shop til you drop at The Dandelion, Objects, Fore and Aft, and Jimmy and Sook. For the needlework lover, there’s Sewlovelee right across the street from the Post Office. There’s also Cathi’s Gardens which will be happy to create a beautiful floral bouquet for your sweetheart. We also boast a first rate winery called The Dog and Oyster Vineyard, where you can take a tour, or sample one of their many fine wines and oysters.The Fourth of July is a special time in Irvington! The Hometown Parade starts just a block from Key Cottage and winds its way down to the Village Green where complimentary hot dogs and sodas are served by the good folks of Chesapeake Bank. The Green with its famous gazebo is also the backdrop for the world renowned United States Air Force Band concert featuring patriotic music and songs!Are you a visiting yachtie? Rappahannock Yachts has transient slips and The Rappahannock River Yacht Club honors reciprocity with participating yacht clubs. Both are across the field and a short stroll from the front porch of Key Cottage and offer superb views of Carters Creek and the Rappahannock River.The Thanksgiving Holiday is a great time to spend in Irvington! The popular Turkey Trot footrace goes right past Key Cottage. Its fully stocked and equipped kitchen is perfect for making Thanksgiving dinner. Its cozy dining room, with its hearth and table large enough to seat 6-8, is ideal for giving thanks and breaking bread together. Christmas is also an idyllic time in this special village. Key Cottage offers perfect accommadations for folks who might have relatives who are residents of nearby Rappahannock Westminster- Canterbury, or whose hosts need some spillover room for their guests. There is so much to do here! Or not do! It's up to you! PS. Feel like going to Cape Cod for a different kind of summer vacation? Please check out The Charles Gray House in West Barnstable at Listing # 2447960. Wherever you stay, we look forward to having you as our guests!
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Toilet paper
- Basic soaps
- Telephone
- Heating
- Fireplace
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Kitchen island
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Kettle
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Toaster
Outside
- Bicycles
- Golf
- Tennis
Entertainment
- Games
- Books
- Television
- Smart TV
- Satellite / cable
- DVD player
- Video library
- Stereo
- Music library
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
- Garage
Safety
- 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)
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
- Exterior lighting
- Fenced yard
- Cabinet locks
- Fire station contact
- Hospital contact
- Police contact
Location type
- Rural
Nearby activities
- Museums
- Swimming
- Sailing
- Water skiing
- Water tubing
- Jet skiing
- Boating
- Paddle boating
- Kayaking
- Windsurfing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Health/beauty spa
- Winery tours
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Golf
- Golf privileges optional
- Basketball court
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Marina
- Hunting
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Living/dining area
- Kitchen
- Tennis court
Popular amenities
- Pet-friendly
- Washer
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Outdoor space
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- Fireplace
- Free WiFi
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car required
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Family friendly
- Cabinet locks
- Children's dinnerware
- Children's books
- Playground
Kitchen
- Blender
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Kitchen island
- Oven
- Spices
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Shower
- Toilet paper
- Hair dryer
- Soap
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Fireplace
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
- Video library
- DVD player
- Music library
- Stereo
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Fenced yard
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Office
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Up to 9 kg per pet
- Welcoming dogs only
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
- Phone
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- Near a hospital
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near the marina
Things to do
- Bicycles
- Optional golf privileges
- Basketball nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Winery tours nearby
- Golf
- Tennis
- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
General
- Bicycles
- Unit size: 1,700 square feet
- Garden
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Deadbolt lock
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 3:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 25
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 13–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- 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
- 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 and a deadlock
About the area
Irvington
Located in Irvington, this cottage is in a rural area. Steamboat Era Museum and Mary Ball Washington Museum and Library are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Compass Entertainment Complex and Deltaville Maritime Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Historic Christ Church 5 min drive
- Compass Entertainment Complex 5 min drive
- Golden Eagle Golf Club 7 min drive
- White Stone Beach 9 min drive
- Deltaville Marina 32 min drive
Getting around
- Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News Williamsburg Intl.)
Restaurants
- McDonald's 11 min drive
- Chesapeake Doughnut Company 5 min drive
- Front Porch Coffeehouse 10 min drive
- Great Fortune Chinese Restaurant 11 min drive
- The Alley Cafe and Sports Bar 10 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Have you made your summer vacay plans yet at the Rivah in Irvington? pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at Have you made your summer vacay plans yet at the Rivah in Irvington??
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Have you made your summer vacay plans yet at the Rivah in Irvington??
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Have you made your summer vacay plans yet at the Rivah in Irvington? located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Steamboat Era Museum and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Historic Christ Church. Compass Entertainment Complex and Golden Eagle Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).