Title: 'the Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 'the Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach! Cottage in Colonial Beach with kitchen and patio ![Cottage (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93570000/93561400/93561309/65d8be85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Cottage (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93570000/93561400/93561309/f274f558.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93570000/93561400/93561309/85de6719.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93570000/93561400/93561309/6946116e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93570000/93561400/93561309/dc4973e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 'the Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach! provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6839 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking included - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 'the Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach! Cottage in Colonial Beach with kitchen and patio Free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage provides a kitchen with an oven, a stovetop, a microwave and a dishwasher. A patio, a TV and a ceiling fan are among the other amenities available to guests. Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Rooms open to patios. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include a shower. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Direct access to a private beach ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Work spaces - Laptop workspace ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Hunting ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 12:00 AM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: \[apartment\] Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 'the Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach! Cottage ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.24606%2C-76.96151&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nEhCdSF0lYakdE-elx-s6_ICN2M=) 211 Vernon Street, Colonial Beach, VA, 22443 #### What's nearby - Colonial Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Colonial Beach Historical Society - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles - Bayside Marina - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - James Monroe Birthplace - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles - Monrovia - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles #### Getting around - Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 106 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Dockside Restaurant - ‬3 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Wilkerson's Seafood Restaurant - ‬5 min drive - ‪Drift Seafood & Bar - ‬10 min walk - ‪Riverboat on the Potomac - ‬13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 'the Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at 'the Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach!? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at 'the Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach!? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 12:00 AM. ### What time is check-out at 'the Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 'the Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach! located? > Situated in Colonial Beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Colonial Beach, Colonial Beach Historical Society and Bayside Marina. Potomac River and James Monroe Birthplace are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 'the Blue Crab Cottage' - 3 Blocks From The Beach! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 9.0/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ingrid 30 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Clean house and beach was close but they’re some jellyfish nothing crazy overall it was a nice stay. ##### Ingrid Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jose 21 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Beautiful place great communication really clean really nice and cut ##### Jose Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Winchester by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hotel-Suites-Winchester.h1090593.Hotel-Information) > > [Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Geneva-Hotels-Timber-Ridge-Lodge-And-Waterpark.h1043867.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Santa Clara](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Clara-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Santa-Clara.h4313.Hotel-Information) > > [Shirley's Bed and Breakfast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Roanoke-Hotels-Shirleys-Bed-And-Breakfast.h17137300.Hotel-Information) > > [Baymont by Wyndham Mishawaka South Bend Area](https://www.expedia.co.uk/South-Bend-Hotels-Baymont-By-Wyndham-Mishawaka-South-Bend-Area.h1976.Hotel-Information) > > [Solterra Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Solterra-Resort.h18526478.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Orchid](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kamuela-Hotels-Fairmont-Orchid.h25190.Hotel-Information) > > [Aspen Select](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rochester-Hotels-Aspen-Select.h12245240.Hotel-Information) > > [Maui Coast Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kihei-Hotels-Maui-Coast-Hotel.h28645.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge by Wyndham Winchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-Travelodge-By-Wyndham-Winchester.h9600.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Winchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Winchester.h1497898.Hotel-Information) > > [Wuksachi Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sequoia-National-Park-Hotels-Wuksachi-Lodge.h893730.Hotel-Information) > > [Gurney's Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Montauk-Hotels-Gurneys-Montauk-Resort-Seawater-Spa.h7033726.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Marguerite Anaheim/Garden Grove, Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Garden-Grove-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Garden-Grove-Anaheim-South.h917954.Hotel-Information) > > [Anvil Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jackson-Hole-Hotels-Anvil-Hotel.h894210.Hotel-Information) > > [Yosemite View Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/El-Portal-Hotels-Yosemite-View-Lodge.h576660.Hotel-Information) > > [La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cocoa Beach Oceanfront](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cocoa-Beach-Hotels-La-Quinta-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Cocoa-Beach-Oceanfront.h894002.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Price by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Price-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Price.h9253345.Hotel-Information) > > [La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Myrtle Beach - N Kings Hwy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Myrtle-Beach-Hotels-La-Quinta-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Myrtle-Beach-N-Kings-Hwy.h6849.Hotel-Information) > > [Sea Crest Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/North-Falmouth-Hotels-Sea-Crest-Beach-Hotel.h25567.Hotel-Information) > > [Cartoon Network Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lancaster-Hotels-Cartoon-Network-Hotel.h50407269.Hotel-Information) > > [Bayshore Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Traverse-City-Hotels-Bayshore-Resort.h34264.Hotel-Information) > > [Bar N Ranch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/West-Yellowstone-Hotels-Bar-N-Ranch.h11548135.Hotel-Information) > > [Archer Hotel Tysons](https://www.expedia.co.uk/McLean-Hotels-Archer-Hotel-Tysons.h66734754.Hotel-Information) > > [Yosemite Southgate Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oakhurst-Hotels-Yosemite-Southgate-Hotel-Suites.h3650.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Key Largo by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Key-Largo-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Key-Largo.h7230.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Winchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Winchester.h2169428.Hotel-Information) > > [The View Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kayenta-Hotels-The-View-Hotel.h59418009.Hotel-Information) > > [Riviera Resort Palm Springs](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Margaritaville-Resort-Palm-Springs.h26011.Hotel-Information) > > [Balmoral Resort Florida](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Haines-City-Hotels-Balmoral-Resort-Florida.h19447044.Hotel-Information)