Title: Golden Days River Cottage - Family & pet friendly, river view, water access 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 # Golden Days River Cottage - Family & pet friendly, river view, water access Riverside cottage with kitchen and patio ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120310000/120305900/120305814/f26a96c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120310000/120305900/120305814/w1980h1306x20y100-1430e776.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120310000/120305900/120305814/ca86c272.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120310000/120305900/120305814/bd9275d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120310000/120305900/120305814/7ac3e514.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At Golden Days River Cottage - Family & pet friendly, river view, water access, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities. Active travellers can enjoy kayaking at this cottage. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom875 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Golden Days River Cottage - Family & pet friendly, river view, water access Welcome to our "Rivah" cottage! Our adorable cottage with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom in the main house and separate studio/office building with twin bunk and queen bed available for extra guests with dedicated desk and view of the tidal pond. Fenced yard. Outdoor shower. Wifi. Noise makers. Memory foam mattress pads. Well stocked kitchen. Fire pit. Room darkening curtains. We have been waiting to find a perfect peaceful river getaway for our family, we were lucky to find this gem & we want to share it with you! Morattico is the sweetest little village filled with friendly neighbors & an amazing waterfront museum. Walk across the street to our shared river porch, fish in the Rappahannock River or walk down the road to a shared beach and pier access where you can kayak and swim in Lancaster Creek. If you want to get away from it all and relax near the water, this is the place! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 3 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift - Single level property - Tile flooring in public areas - Visual alarms in hallways - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a river ### Things to do - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 875 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113940000/113938500/113938483/w1024h677x0y4-65f0318f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stay @ Rapp on the Rappahannock River, Welcome to Stay @ Rapp Vacation Rental Dunnsville - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Parking available 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=113938483&PinnedHotelID=113938483&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78430000/78426400/78426393/f948ed11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3br/2ba Waterfront Home overlooks Private Dock. 2+ acres of front yard Games Lancaster - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 29 reviews £435 includes taxes & fees 24 Nov - 25 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=78426393&PinnedHotelID=78426393&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59580000/59574200/59574109/ff1b7fa1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### House on creek with dock and private! 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Turn HEAT to 68F in cool/cold season. Hand wash any used dishes. Dish drainer is located in lower cabinet to the left of the sink. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules READ THE RENTAL AGREEMENT! By renting you agree to the RENTAL AGREEMENT. We have shared access to screened river porch on Riverside Dr we do not recommend accessing water here due to large rocks - USE AT YOUR OWN RISK! Shared access to beach/pier as my guest Only use equipment labeled 19 Riverside Leave property as you found it. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Note from host: Add pets in guest count - extra fee required. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know 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 Long-term renters welcome 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 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## 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%7C37.78939%2C-76.62878&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=70ywk8_5u85fC5Vt_ES6OgUiIvE=) Lancaster, VA #### What's nearby - Morattico Waterfront Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Rice's Hotel / Hughlett's Tavern - 33 min drive - 22.2 miles - Northern Neck Farm Museum - 37 min drive - 23.2 miles - Westmoreland State Park - 55 min drive - 49.9 miles - Deltaville Marina - 58 min drive - 46.2 miles #### Getting around - Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 112 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Heeb's Beer Party - ‬33 min drive - ‪Grabersnatchy Family Compound New Years Gala Deluxia - ‬32 min drive - ‪Knob Hill Waterfront Dining - ‬26 min drive - ‪Lively Pavillion - ‬18 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Golden Days River Cottage - Family & pet friendly, river view, water access pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### How much is parking at Golden Days River Cottage - Family & pet friendly, river view, water access? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Golden Days River Cottage - Family & pet friendly, river view, water access? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Golden Days River Cottage - Family & pet friendly, river view, water access? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Golden Days River Cottage - Family & pet friendly, river view, water access located? > Situated on a river, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Morattico Waterfront Museum and 10.8 mi (17.3 km) from Mary Ball Washington Museum and Library. Bush Mill Stream Natural Area Preserve and Good Luck Cellars are also within 20 miles (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Golden Days River Cottage - Family & pet friendly, river view, water access 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 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian B. 28 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Awesome place, very dog friendly, host is great ##### Brian B. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Corlia Elize 20 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Pet- friendly, beautiful cottage Close to the water Exactly as advertised Very relaxing ##### Corlia Elize Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liz A. 9 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful location, cozy and inviting! The house had everything you’d need and more! We enjoyed our time! Thank you for a lovely safe and enjoyable time! ##### Liz A. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025