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An upscale retreat across from the beach

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books, music library
1 bedroom, desk, travel crib, WiFi
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroom56 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

An upscale retreat across from the beach

This peaceful and centrally-located place is an elevated residential experience across from the beach and steps from restaurants, bars and the boardwalk. A loft styled city condo merged with beach vibes and living.

Originally constructed in 1940, Cell Block is a one-story building housed the Colonial Beach Volunteer Fire Department. In 1990, it served as the town's Police Station when a concrete-block was added as the town's jailcells.

Easy accessible first floor apartment, with a private entrance, adjacent to private off street parking.

The space has
+ 1 bedroom with 1 Queen Sized Bed
+ Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher
+ Spacious bathroom, including a bathtub
+ Dedicated workspace
+ In unit large capacity top load washer and dryer
+ Off street private parking

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Unit size: 600 square feet

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Policies

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Quiet Time: 10PM, Please respect your neighbors

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Colonial Beach, VA

What's nearby

  • Colonial Beach Historical Society - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Colonial Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bayside Marina - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • James Monroe Birthplace - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Monrovia - 5 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dockside Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Drift Seafood & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Love Bites - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bobby K's Roadside Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is An upscale retreat across from the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is An upscale retreat across from the beach located?

Located in the heart of Colonial Beach, this condo building is steps from Colonial Beach and Colonial Beach Historical Society. Bayside Marina and James Monroe Birthplace are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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10/10 Excellent

Boo H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As always this is a great location and nice place to stay. Has everything you need and looking forward to next year if not sooner. Thanks Terry!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025