'Pop Castle' Historic Gem on the Rappahannock River

White Stone, Virginia
$1952 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 5

Bed

Bath 6

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 16

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Night 3 nights

Min Stay

Crossing the bridge into the town of White Stone you arrive at this magnificent estate on the Rappahannock River. 'Pop Castle' is a property entrenched in civil war history. It is on the National Registry of Historic Homes and a registered Virginia Historic Landmark.
This 1855 house, flanked by two majestic Oak trees overlooking the two-mile wide Rappahannock River, offers expansive lawns, towering trees, and a long sandy beach. Sit out on the screened porch and watch the osprey and the resident eagle go after their daily catch while the dolphins swim by. Relax in the hammock on the sandy shores of the river or go swimming, fishing, or crabbing off the 30 foot deck (two crab pots are available). This five bedrooms historic home on twelve exquisite acres with hundred year old magnolias and oaks is fully furnished and equipped with WiFi, cable, bikes, a two person kayak, two paddleboards, a sports court for pickleball and spec tennis, a ping pong table, Peloton bike, and multiple outdoor games like volleyball, badminton and croquet sets.
With the wood paneled living room with fireplace, comfortable TV room with fireplace, formal dining room with fireplace, sunroom with a large bay window overlooking the river, a large and bright kitchen with adjoining windowed garden/laundry room, and a spectacular 50 foot long porch opening directly to the wide treed lawn and the river, your family and friends will have plenty of space to share your valued time together. On the second floor, five bedrooms, three with fireplaces, offer ample sleeping space (although if more is needed, the first floor sunroom and TV room with adjoining full bathrooms can easily be converted into bedrooms using our queen airbeds).
Vacation homes abound, but none other offers such serenity and natural beauty while allowing you to stay in a house shelled by Union gunboats in 1861 or on the land raided by the British fleet during the War of 1812. The property includes historic outbuildings, including a smokehouse and granary from the 1850s and an enormous work shed housing some of the cannonballs uncovered on the property.
Come take off your shoes and relax in this historic estate on the Rappahannock River, one mile from the Chesapeake Bay. Above all, come sit on the deck and experience a sunset as you have never seen it before, and be a part of history.

Pop Castle is also renowned for its memorable weddings ranging from 50-300 guests.

A site fee is usually added for weddings. The fee depends on the number of guests. Please check with owner for a quote for the site fee. Event insurance is required.




Keywords: Waterfront, Chesapeake Bay, Northern Neck, Historic, Colonial, Weddings, Riverfront, Beach, Swimming, Boating, Fishing, Dock, Family, Kids, Biking, Rappahannock River, White Stone, Privacy, Weekend trips from Washington D.C.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total Pets Pet Friendly Welcoming Cats And Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • 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

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 5000 Sq Ft (465 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    6.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Office Printer
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    Arabic English Portuguese Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bicycle On Site Birdwatching Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fitness Center Fitness Facilities Nearby Golfing On Site Hunting Nearby Kayak On Site Marina Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Parasailing Nearby Power Boating Nearby Tennis On Site Water Skiing Nearby Water Sports Equipment Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Books DVD Player Games Music Library Stereo Table Tennis Video Games Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near Outlet Shopping Near The Bay On The River On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 05:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 16

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Review Review

  • Martin

    Submitted Apr 6, 2024

    Stayed Mar 29, 2024

    Great place for our family fot the 80th birthday celebration

  • Suzanne

    Submitted Apr 26, 2022

    Stayed Apr 21, 2022

    This property was perfect for a family gathering. We had several catered meals by the Car Wash Cafe. A memorial celebration of Life at St Marys White Chapel. The elders stayed at Pop Castle and others stayed near by at a Best Western. The house had plenty of room to relax and everyone had a wonderful time. Beds are comfortable and the house decor is very interesting. The location is a bit over an hour from Richmond Va airport. Thank you for a perfect weekend.

  • Ed B.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2025

    Stayed Aug 5, 2025

    We had another amazing visit to Pop Castle! Truly a wonderful place to be. Always exceeds the anticipation of being there. Can’t wait to get back!

  • Cheryl S.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2025

    Stayed Jun 30, 2025

    Everyone enjoyed themselves. House is spectacular. View is too. Kids loved the paddle boards and kayak. Every bedroom is comfortable.

  • Jean&Jeffrey S.

    Submitted Jul 3, 2025

    Stayed Jun 18, 2025

    Where do I begin?...This spot is where my daughter & her fiancé wanted to marry. The Rappahannock carries special meaning for them...it's where they began their love story, and where they were engaged. Pop Castle is a warm, beautiful place for an event...only surpassed by the warmth and kindness of it's owners. The home is historic, well-maintained, and so comfortable! No detailsforgotten. Amazing kitchen! Bathrooms immaculate and the most comfy beds! This is truly a place for relaxation and sharing joy with friends & family! It has every amenity for a large gathering...beautiful views and grounds, places to spread out and come together! As Mother of the Bride, I was not as relaxed as I would have liked! But...all the more reason to return with the folks we treasure for another Rivah Respite! Many Thanks to Walid & Ginny for opening up your extraordinary home for this unforgettable event for our family. Cheers!!

  • Donald R F.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2025

    Stayed Jun 4, 2025

    Pop Castle is pure heaven. The house, the furnishings, the grounds and the views are all perfection. The perfect place for family to gather. We hope to return one day!

  • Katie H.

    Submitted Oct 27, 2024

    Stayed Oct 10, 2024

    Pop castle was the perfect venue for a dream wedding. The location was amazing with views of the river and gorgeous sunsets for the rehearsal dinner and wedding. Tons of space outside for dinner, dancing and a band. It was great to have the wedding party stay the weekend. We could not have asked for better hosts or location. Thank you!

  • Debra I.

    Submitted Oct 10, 2024

    Stayed Oct 3, 2024

    It was a perfect location for a wonderful celebration!

  • Ed B.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2024

    Stayed Aug 6, 2024

    Another wonderful week at Pop Castle! Can’t wait to be back!

  • Donald R F.

    Submitted Jun 12, 2024

    Stayed Jun 5, 2024

    I was surprised to hear all my family thought it was one our best vacations and were all delighted to hear that I booked it for next year. All were very active throughout the week, and all seemed to enjoy the activities and each other's company. Our only complaint was that the ice maker was not very productive, and the kitchen door was difficult to lock and unlock. I tried to tighten the lock but did not have the proper tools with me. We are already looking forward to our stay at Pop Castle next year, and me at 82, I hope I can make it and enjoy my family as I did this year. Thanks, Don Ford

  • Donna D.

    Submitted May 23, 2024

    Stayed May 15, 2024

    We stayed at POP CASTLE for our daughter's wedding. The landscaping was BEAUTIFUL and the house was IMMACULATE! With 6 bedrooms and 7 baths, our family of 12 was very comfortable! The kitchen was 5 star and my husband could not wait to cook dinner there! We relaxed on the back porch with outstanding river views, spent time on the dock, took sunset photos, and shared so many wonderful memories together! I definitely recommend this magical place to anyone looking for a private sanctuary to spend time with family and friends.

  • Beth A.

    Submitted Apr 8, 2024

    Stayed Apr 5, 2024

    This house and grounds are incredible. I am in awe of the amount of time, energy and caring that the owners have put into it. Every detail enhances it. All of my family, kids, grandkids and great grandkids, loved it. The house is beautiful and well planned for large groups, plus so many options for things to do or play. We are already planning a return trip.

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