Title: 'Pop Castle' Historic Gem on the Rappahannock River 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 # 'Pop Castle' Historic Gem on the Rappahannock River ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31560000/31559700/31559647/06dfff67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31560000/31559700/31559647/4716e495.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31560000/31559700/31559647/becc9ae7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31560000/31559700/31559647/e4de65bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31560000/31559700/31559647/cdad3967.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Overlooking the Rappahannock River, Pop Castle is a historic estate offering expansive lawns, towering trees and a long sandy beach. Relax in the hammock on the river shores or unwind by swimming, fishing or crabbing off the 30 foot deck with two crab pots available. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 165000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 'Pop Castle' Historic Gem on the Rappahannock River 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. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 6.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the marina - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycles - Golf - Gym - Kayak - Table tennis - Tennis - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks 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 - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 5,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78410000/78400700/78400650/1f2f7800.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy, Private Water Front Home with Long Pier Lancaster - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 31 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=78400650&PinnedHotelID=78400650&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111990000/111985800/111985715/93f28628.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Historic riverfront farm 700 acres, pool, private lakes, dock Saluda - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 54 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=111985715&PinnedHotelID=111985715&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach, sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70390000/70389200/70389191/eac78ab8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The River House at Whitestone: Pet Friendly, Secluded Private Beach, w/ Kayaks! 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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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site Note from host: 300+ guests (outside). 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as pop Castle' Historic Gem Rappahannock River House White Stone pop Castle' Historic Gem Rappahannock River House pop Castle' Historic Gem Rappahannock River White Stone pop ' Historic Gem Rappahanno 'pop Castle' Historic Gem on the Rappahannock River White Stone ## 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%7C37.64079%2C-76.42592&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=SlcE6Idr78TsachNk83zRK_dwqI=) White Stone, VA #### What's nearby - White Stone Beach - 10 min drive - 3.4 miles - Historic Christ Church - 12 min drive - 4.9 miles - Compass Entertainment Complex - 12 min drive - 5.1 miles - Golden Eagle Golf Club - 14 min drive - 4.0 miles - Deltaville Marina - 34 min drive - 20.9 miles #### Getting around - Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 81 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive - ‪Front Porch Coffeehouse - ‬12 min drive - ‪The Tides Inn - ‬12 min drive - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬16 min drive - ‪Yankee Point Marina - ‬39 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 'Pop Castle' Historic Gem on the Rappahannock River pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at 'Pop Castle' Historic Gem on the Rappahannock River? > Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 'Pop Castle' Historic Gem on the Rappahannock River? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is 'Pop Castle' Historic Gem on the Rappahannock River located? > Nestled on the beach, this White Stone holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of White Stone Beach, Golden Eagle Golf Club and Historic Christ Church. Compass Entertainment Complex and Good Luck Cellars are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 'Pop Castle' Historic Gem on the Rappahannock River 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 Cleanliness ### 10.2 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 98 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donald R F. 13 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy 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! ##### Donald R F. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debra I. 10 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Stunning Views It was a perfect location for a wonderful celebration! ##### Debra I. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin 6 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Great place for our family fot the 80th birthday celebration ##### Martin Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ed B. 14 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic stay at Pop Castle Another wonderful week at Pop Castle! Can’t wait to be back! ##### Ed B. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### George K. 30 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kelly-Ewan Wedding Great house and beautiful property. ##### George K. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie H. 27 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dream wedding weekend 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! ##### Katie H. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather T., Charlottesville, Virginia 19 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Love Pop Castle House is lovely and well supplied with anything you might need. Grounds are beautiful. Host is superb. Highly recommend. ##### Heather T. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen R. 30 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Family Reunion 2023 Pop Castle was magnificent in both setting and residence ! It was perfect having a bathroom for each bedroom with so many different family members. Since it wasn’t real cold, being able to congregate and eat on the enclosed veranda with the heating units was ideal affording such beautiful views. ##### Karen R. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew S. 2 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome quiet spot on the river We loved having space for four families to meet and play, the kids loved the game room, and everyone loved playing in the water using the provided paddle boards and other toys. The glassed-in deck was perfect for morning coffee and many chats with family. Thank you for a memorable week! ##### Andrew S. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily S. 1 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay! We booked Pop Castle for our wedding and and everything was nice. The house was perfect and the area is so peaceful. We couldn't have chosen a better place . Everything about Pop Castle was amazing. The owners are so sweet and helpful. I highly recommend staying there . You won't be disappointed. ##### Emily S. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna D. 23 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### FABULOUS RIVERFRONT ESTATE 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. ##### Donna D. Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth A. 8 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful! 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. ##### Beth A. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob M., Midlothian 15 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great venue for a small wedding. Pop Castle is a hidden gem in the NN. It is a great place for a wedding. We had about 40 people there and everything was as advertised. Plenty of amenities and space. We loved it. The cleaning fee was hefty but Pop Castle was everything we wanted and needed. Walid was a good host and we may come back for a anniversary. ##### Rob M. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Preston T. 23 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent property We were very impressed by the Pop Castle. The river views are great, as are the beautiful old trees all over the property. The home is very well stocked, including the kitchen, kids' activities, and kayak/paddle boards, etc. The home itself is very well maintained, nicely decorated, and very spacious. Pop Castle is a great option for large families who want to enjoy this lovely area. ##### Preston T. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ana F. 12 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Property for a Perfect Wedding We stayed at Pop Castle for our wedding weekend and it was one of the best decisions we could have made! The property is absolutely beautiful with an incredible view of the river, and the home itself is wonderful and full of history. Walid was easy to communicate with and very accommodating. I would recommend Pop Castle to anyone wanting to explore this underrated part of Virginia. ##### Ana F. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donald R F. 12 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Loved Pop Castle 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 ##### Donald R F. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara J., Annapolis 13 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A wonderful stay in a beautiful house Our group of 13, ranging in age from 3 months to 93, truly had a wonderful week. This historic house is decorated beautifully and the bedrooms are large and very comfortable. It was nice to have one bedroom on the first floor (used by our 93 year old). We all remarked about how quiet the house was with no one hearing anyone else in the house. The back porch is air conditioned and we used this for many hours each day. The sunsets from the dock were fabulous and we were lucky that there were very few jelly fish so the kids could play in the water. It was also great that the water was not too deep( we are not so lucky with jelly fish at our home in Annapolis). The playhouse outbuilding was terrific for kids and adults and it also is air conditioned with its own bathroom. We played pickle ball, badminton, croquet, many rounds of corn hole, basketball, ping pong and more. The kitchen is remarkably stocked to make it very easy to feed large groups. The site is just so lovely, surrounded by huge oak trees and magnolias. We saw eagles and dolphins and watched stars at night. Staying at Pop Castle was very special and we thank the owners for their generosity in sharing this home. We did find Compass Entertainment in Irvington which was perfect for our grandchildren. We spent a rainy day here and the kids were thrilled. We certainly recommend it. Also, the free ferry at Merry Point was fun and scenic. Truly a lovely week for our family. ##### Barbara J. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter G. 7 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing house and grounds This is an amazing house and we had a great time. We were having a family reunion there, and we had 4 families with many little kids. This house was big enough to hold all 16 of us comfortably. Even the kitchen and dining spaces were big enough to allow us to cook for everyone which is often not the case in other houses we've rented. And we loved the huge screened in porch. We spent tons of time there. The kids loved the game room and the adults loved how quiet the house was when the kids were in the game room. Walid was a great host and we really enjoyed our stay. It was very hot while we were there (in July) but the AC in the house (and game room) worked great. The yard and private beach are also fantastic. The beach is great, mostly shaded by trees, and a great place to sit in the chairs or hammock. The kids had a great time and spent hours making sandcastles. Unfortunately several of the days we couldn't swim because there were too many jellyfish in the water. But there were lots of other fun things to do including kayaking, paddleboarding and having water fights. One of the days we took the kids to Williamsburg which was a lot of fun. The yard/grounds are huge and we had some epic hide and seek games there and the kids just loved exploring. There are also tons of outdoor games in the game room. The house is well stocked with many activities and even in a week we didn't come close to trying everything. Overall it is a wonderful house and we had a great time. We really appreciated that the house could hold our whole extended family comfortably with plenty of space for everyone. It made for a wonderful family reunion. Thank you Walid! ##### Peter G. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ed B. 23 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely perfect spot for a wedding! As always, it went very smooth and we cannot wait to be able to get back to Pop Castle! Thank you. ##### Ed B. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruth F. 2 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Wedding Party I dream of being the next keeper of this beautiful estate! Wonderful hosts, wonderful space and a wonderful party! ##### Ruth F. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Betty B. 27 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun times at Pop Castle We had a group of 16 — 8 adults and 8 kids(ages from 8 to 16) We all had a great time— the house and grounds are loaded with all the games and activities we needed. We had a family Olympics with pickle ball, basketball and campus golf included— Kitchen had all the equipment we needed and more! I would consider renting again! ##### Betty B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda N. 29 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exceeded all expectations! I can't decide what to rate higher--the owners or the actual property. The owners were delightful and very accommodating. I feel like they are friends and all of us want to remain friends with them. They went above and beyond to make sure we felt completely at home in their gorgeous home. The property is absolutely stunning. I cannot say enough positive things about our experience. ##### Linda N. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth W. 16 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pop Castle is Amazing!! We had our daughter's wedding at Pop Castle and could not have been more pleased and thankful to be there. The view is spectacular and the grounds are spacious. Plenty of room for celebrating with family and friends. The house has so much character and charm and the owners have it elegantly decorated and curated with beautiful art and unique pieces from their extensive travel. Every detail has been thought of. Beds are very comfortable. The kitchen is a dream. Beyond well equipped and a place for making family memories. We are so happy we chose Pop Castle for our family event. ##### Elizabeth W. Stayed 5 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzanne 26 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication 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. ##### Suzanne Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terri R., Glen Allen 12 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Family Holiday Vacation My extended family spent two incredible weeks at Pop Castle over the holidays. The views, the house, and the grounds were all amazing! When we opened the door and entered the house for the first time, we all commented on how extraordinarily clean it was! The heaters on the porch provided enough heat for all of us to spend the majority of time there playing games or eating meals, if we weren’t on the dock or roasting oysters over the fire-pit at night. Being able to bring our fur-babies was an extra bonus. Walid was a very responsive host even checking in with me mid-way through our stay to see if we needed anything. We cannot wait to visit this wonderful property again! ##### Terri R. 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