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Crab Shack in Town-Walk to beach and restaurants-Sleeps 6

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Beach
Exterior
Interior
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Colonial Beach, VA
  • Place, Bayside Marina
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Colonial Beach Historical Society
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Colonial Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬

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About the area

Colonial Beach

This holiday home places you in the centre of Colonial Beach, steps from Colonial Beach Historical Society and within a short 5-minute stroll of Bayside Marina. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a patio and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this Colonial Beach holiday home include Colonial Beach and within 30 minutes you'll find Potomac River.
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What's nearby

  • Bayside Marina - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Colonial Beach Historical Society - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Colonial Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Westmoreland State Park - 18 min drive - 29.5 km
  • University of Mary Washington - 48 min drive - 65.1 km

Getting around

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Dockside Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Los Hermanos - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wilkerson's Seafood Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Crab Shack in Town-Walk to beach and restaurants-Sleeps 6

Centrally located in town and blocks from amenities, Crab Shack is newly renovated pet-free home and offers a place to rest, relax, and enjoy the cool breezes from Monroe Bay. Enjoy outdoor living with a spacious patio and dine outdoors in your own screened-in crab shack. Indoors, enjoy 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full baths, a fully stocked kitchen, and comfortable living and dining rooms.
Walk just a few blocks to shops, restaurants, breweries, and the beachfront and enjoy expansive water views
No pets or smoking on the property.
No parties or gatherings permitted on the property.

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  • Air-conditioning
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please place all used towels on the bathroom floors. No need to strip the beds, our cleaning crews will handle that for you. Thank you!

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

House parties and/or events are strictly prohibited. No more than 6 overnight guests permitted.

Pets

  • No pets 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Crab Shack in Town-Walk to beach and restaurants-Sleeps 6?

Yep, Crab Shack in Town-Walk to beach and restaurants-Sleeps 6 is a short 5-minute walk from Colonial Beach. Fun beach activities include kayaking, sailing and fishing. You can also find motor boats.

Does Crab Shack in Town-Walk to beach and restaurants-Sleeps 6 have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Crab Shack in Town-Walk to beach and restaurants-Sleeps 6?

No, Crab Shack in Town-Walk to beach and restaurants-Sleeps 6 does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Crab Shack in Town-Walk to beach and restaurants-Sleeps 6?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Crab Shack in Town-Walk to beach and restaurants-Sleeps 6?

No, pets are not allowed.

Crab Shack in Town-Walk to beach and restaurants-Sleeps 6 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay E.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place was adorable. Last minute booking to visit family. Would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Unspecified U.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Crab Shack felt as comfy as home but with better taste. We loved the fun color scheme and each of the bedrooms felt like a serene retreat. The living room had plenty of space for watching a movie and our little karaoke dance party. Those recliners are absolute heaven! Great info provided for local spots to visit. We had a blast. Awesome hosts. Easy check in/out. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H., Southeast, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay at the Crab Shack! Great place, walkable to beach and restaurants, excellent communication with host.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Owners were very responsive. The home was clean and well taken care of. We loved the little crab shack. Walkable to town. We enjoyed our trip and staying at the Crab Shack.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eve H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, super clean and cute decor! Appreciated the toothbrush holders in bathrooms. 10/10 would recommend Crab Shack!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderfull Home

House was great, had everything you needed. It was clean and bright. Just a short walk to the beach and dinning. Everything was within a 3 mile diamiater, grocery store , etc. Would definetly stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Larry C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay

We enjoyed our stay. Was disappointed that there are no closets to hang clothes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

The crab shack is perfect

This was our second time staying at the crab shack in Colonial Beach, and this is was the second time we have had a perfect stay. The house has such a family friendly layout and is super comfortable. It is close to the beach and main town area, a playground, the grocery store. The host Dan is responsive when needed (although we didn’t really need, because everything was great!). Highly recommend. We are already planning next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ann R.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

CB

The crab shack was very clean and very comfortable. The house had everything you would need and the location was perfect. I highly recommend the crab shack for anyone looking for a nice place to stay at the Beach. We will definitely be back to the crab shack in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family reunion

The town, the cottage, and the surroundings all exceed our expectations. I would recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Better than the pictures!

Have stayed at numerous VRBO properties over the past several years. This has got to be one of our favorites. The house itself is amazing, and although we did not bring crabs back the house, the “crab shack” would be a great place to enjoy them. Close to everything, walking distance to food and entertainment. Just a great all around place.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Markell

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Chosen Family Getaway!!

"Dan is The Man!"... We had a wonderful time at "The Crab Shack"! It is spacious, beautifully decorated and Dan's accommodations of our "special" requests made it even better.The house is close to all of the Colonial Beach Offerings and made it our smoothest getaway to CB EVERRRRRR!!!THANK YOU, DAN!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia E., Pittsburgh, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and stay

This property was great! My family was very happy with the location in relation to the beach, gym, and a basketball court. They are already talking about coming back to this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property, great location

I can’t say enough good things about the Crab Shack! It was perfect, the house has a great layout and is beautiful. The location is perfect, close to the beach and an excellent mexican food restaurant. The actual crab shack is adorable, too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Gataway

The house was clean, neat and very stocked We totally had a great time. We will definitely be booking again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyra B., Charlotte, NC, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Girl’s weekend

Lovely cottage. Everything went perfectly. I would love to stay there again in the future. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Very cute and clean house. We greatly enjoyed our stay. Convenient to local beaches and dining.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023