Waterfront Cottage w/ Private Pier & Beach ~ Lil' Paradise On The Potomac
Colonial Beach, Virginia
2
Bed
1
Bath
Cottage
Property Type
5
Max Sleeps
2026 Update: As some of our return guests know, we lost LPOP to a devastating, heart-breaking fire last August. We are hopeful our home will be fully rebuilt by September 2026. Please stay tuned for updates, and thank you for your support.
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Thank you to all our guests for sharing their wonderful feedback over the years! We are proud of our 70+ ~10-star ratings and look forward to welcoming new and return guests this year! You can read guest reviews on our old page he
All return guests will continue to receive a 10% discount on their booking.
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Escape to a peaceful waterfront getaway on the Potomac River at Lil’ Paradise on the Potomac! Enjoy this unique river beach cottage with a private pier and beach in the lovely town of Colonial Beach, Virginia--only ~90 minutes from DC/Northern Virginia and 1 hour from Richmond!
A Few Ideas for Your Getaway:
- Enjoy a blissful sunrise overlooking the river from the comfort of your master bedroom and private balcony before heading down to the cozy sunroom, front deck or private pier to sip your morning coffee or tea.
- Listen to the sound of the lapping waves and maybe do some yoga on the pier to start your day.
- Go fishing off the pier and do some birdwatching. You'll see ospreys, eagles and other birds roam throughout this National Bird Sanctuary.
- Prepare a meal in your large, fully stocked eat-in gourmet kitchen with updated top-end appliances… Or, use the Weber Grill under the covered porch before playing some games in the gated backyard (cornhole boards and bags provided!).
- Rent a bike or golf cart or take a short walk to the sandy beaches of Colonial Beach and discover all this quaint, laid-back river beach town has to offer--including two tiki bars, live music, coffee shops, a brewery, farmers market, local seafood vendors, restaurants, and so much more.
- Telecommuting Why not work from the waterfront :)
We hope you'll kick back, relax and enjoy a Lil’ Paradise on the Potomac!
About the Space and Accommodations:
We offer accommodations up to 5 guests, with flexibility for additional guests (please reach out with any requests):
- Fully updated home on the Potomac River with a private pier and beach.
- Dogs okay with owner approval; $50 pet fee will be applied.
- 2 Bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, including 1 full bathroom upstairs with a tub shower combo and 1 half bathroom downstairs.
- The large master bedroom has a king bed, SmartTV, and private front porch/balcony overlooking the river, pier, and the beautiful sunrises/sunsets.
- The 2nd bedroom is also large with a queen bed and a desk for your convenience.
- Beautiful renovated kitchen with quartz counters, a very large island, gas range, Kitchen Aid mixer, and double ovens. Brand new LG washer and dryer (2025).
- The beautiful, enclosed sunroom is a wonderful spot to take in the sunrise or watch the birds and boats on the river.
- The living room includes a SmartTV and several board games/puzzles.
- Fire pit in the front yard with a waterfront view; Covered patio and gas grill in the backyard.
Note: An expedited cleaning fee of $50 will be applied if checking into the home on the same day another guest is departing.
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Discover Colonial Beach, Virginia’s second-largest sandy beach--only 90 mins from DC/Northern Virginia and 1 hour from Richmond!
- Colonial Beach was named Best Virginia Beach in 2018 by USA Today.
- In 2019, Colonial Beach was named The Nicest Place in Virginia and a finalist for Nicest Places in America by Reader’s Digest.
- Official Colonial Beach Tourism page: https://visitcbva.com
- Alexandria Living Magazine feature story on Colonial Beach: https://alexandrialivingmagazine.com/travel/colonial-beach-virginia/
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Features
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Features
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PETS
2 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only -
BEACH
Beach Towels Near The Beach -
SAFETY
Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property) -
BEDROOM
2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided -
GENERAL
Unit Size: 1500 Sq Ft (139 Sq M) -
KITCHEN
Blender Dishwasher Electric Kettle Ice Maker Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop -
LAUNDRY
Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer -
PARKING
Onsite Parking -
INTERNET
Free WiFi -
OUTDOORS
Balcony Firepit Garden Gas Grill -
BATHROOMS
1.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided -
WORKSPACES
Desk Desk Chair -
LANGS SPOKEN
English -
THINGS TO DO
Casino Nearby Cycling Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Marina Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby -
ENTERTAINMENT
Games Smart TV -
LIVING SPACES
Living Room -
CLIMATE CONTROL
Air Conditioning Heating -
FAMILY FRIENDLY
Children's Games Playground -
LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS
Near A Health Or Beauty Spa On The River On The Waterfront -
SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES
Iron/ironing Board -
SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY
Smoke-free Property
Check-in : 04:00 PM
Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair
No smoking
No pets
Children allowed
Max occupancy : 5
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Patrick M.
Submitted Aug 2, 2025
Stayed Jul 25, 2025We had a wonderful weekend away with our two pups. The views of the water from the front porch or deck were beautiful. We brought the dogs into town for a pup cup while we enjoyed ice cream, and the pups approved of the wine tasting at Ingleside. The place was very clean and well maintained. We hope to return for a weekend I the fall potentially.
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Vanessa P.
Submitted Jul 16, 2025
Stayed Jul 10, 2025As always, LPOP offered a delightful long weekend. This is our absolute favorite place to stay at CB! We had a small snafu with the hot water heater but Dan and Lauren were very gracious and fair about the inconvenience! The property was spotless, comfortable and spacious. Thank you so much, Dan and Lauren. See ya next year!Vanessa
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Carter B.
Submitted Jul 16, 2025
Stayed Jul 13, 2025LPOP couldn’t be a nicer spot for a short getaway. The owners are easy to work with and I’ll definitely be returning.
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Matt H.
Submitted Jul 9, 2025
Stayed Jul 2, 2025The house is lovely, with a kitchen dreams are made of — great for cooking, conversing, and eating. Tons of space, everything you could possibly need to cook or bake, and plenty of storage in the cabinets and pantry for all your snacks and ingredients.The fire pit in the front yard was perfect for roasting marshmallows (the provided camp chairs and corn hole set made it even better), and the picnic table next to the grill was great for sitting outside while the burgers were on. The private dock is lovely and well maintained, with stairs down to the shoreline, and great for fishing or just relaxing. Plus, the front porch and balcony are well situated to enjoy the sunrise or just sit and watch the boats — and even dolphins! — go by. If the weather’s not cooperating, the sun room’s a comfortable substitute with the same great view. It’s about a mile from the main beaches and commercial areas of Colonial Beach, so it’s much quieter (when there aren’t people shooting off their leftover 4th of July fireworks ), but you’ll likely want to bike or drive to restaurants or the beach. Book your golf cart well in advance!We had an issue with the water heater at 10pm the night we arrived, but Dan responded within minutes and put us in touch with the property manager, who offered to come out despite the late hour. It ended up being a quick fix I could take care of, but it was great to know how attentive and responsive both the host and property manager were. Can’t wait to come back!
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paige f.
Submitted Jun 29, 2025
Stayed Jun 25, 2025Very clean, tastefully updated, great kitchen, amazing river views. Front porch and second floor balcony are perfect for watching wildlife, including bald eagels, osprey, sea gulls, and dolphins. Comfy, generouly sized beds. Quiet. Safe.
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Tina L.
Submitted Jun 15, 2025
Stayed Jun 13, 2025Perfect place absolutely adorable and we thoroughly enjoyed our time together relaxing. First time to colonial Beach and it is a cute town and this was the perfect place to stay.
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Diane M.
Submitted May 26, 2025
Stayed May 23, 2025We were 3 women that got away for the weekend to decompress and catch up. The house and location were absolutely perfect! The house has old charm and new spaces. We loved it. The dock was the highlight. We sat out there for hours. Bring a bike! Ride to Dockside or Ice House for drinks. We had a great time and look forward to coming back. The house has everything you need!
