Mariner's Legacy was even more than we expected. The house is amazing. We brought a john boat and went crabbing, boat riding and fishing. We enjoyed sitting on the beach and floating in the river. Danette and Rick were so friendly, attentive to our needs and questions, and full of fascinating history they gladly shared with us. Will definitely be going back!

This is our second stay at this wonderful house on the East River. The home is fully equipped with all you need. You won’t regret staying here!!

4 of us from Rochester, NY met 2 of us from Orlando, FL here at this lovely farmhouse. Once again we enjoyed the wrap around porch for coffee, kayaking off the beach, letting the dogs run, cooking for all of us plus 2 local guests a few times. The fire pit is a treasure. Beautiful fall scenery, visiting the nearby historic sites. Charming hosts, relaxing, fun and a wonderful time at this fully equipped home.

This was an excellent stay for our entire family and friends. It was very relaxing and had plenty of room for all of our needs. I highly recommend this VRBO and Danette was a wonderful host. We want to come back just to enjoy a relaxing time in the future.

We had a very nice time!

Truly one of the best vacations I have had. Meeting with friends is always fun but the house made it even more spectacular. I cannot say enough good things about it and the owners are just wonderful. Definitely will book this house again

It was GREAT!

Our time at Mariners' Legacy could not have been better. Lovely water setting, kayaks, sandy beach. Lawn games, well equipped kitchen. Our group of siblings and spouses were delighted. Thank you so much. Great host and hostess!

Our stay was everything we wanted it to be - relaxing and fun. It felt like the river was ours and ours alone- quiet. Our family loved the river- swimming, fishing, kayaking, having meals together, we had a seafood boil 2 times with fresh crabs right out of the water-deliciously fresh. The house was cozy, comfortable, clean and very well stocked and organized. Wonderful vacation!

Lovely location and well stocked historic house made for a magical week with family. The property is ver kid friendly and the views are breathtaking!

All rooms were clean and well stocked with linens. From age 5 to 78, everyone truly enjoyed the beach, water and front porch. Kiddos caught crabs in the crab traps and played in water til they were exhausted. Private yet still only 20 minutes from restaurants and markets. We were 10 souls total and there was still a room empty, enough space so you’re not tripping over each other. Owners have done a great job in preserving this beautiful home. Get up every morning to watch the sunrise from your covered porch! Plenty of places to sit and relax by beach or on the porch. Thank you for a great week!

Beautiful waterfront house with every amenity. Thank you for a great week.

Mariner's Legacy is the most wonderful property we have visited. Being Disney World Annual Passholders, we are at Disney 5 to 10 times a year. Mariner's Legacy is better than Disney World. We had 7 adults who stayed all week. 7 kids 3 to 17 who visited during the day. Amenities are top notch, clean, and well stocked. This house is furnished very well and comfortable. We saw dolphins in the bay, the guys fished, two large tables for card games. Extra fridge is a sweet extra. We went to the store on day one and then relaxed and enjoyed family time the rest of the week. Thank you from all of us. God's beauty is always at work when you enjoy the water. Amazing rainbows and sunrises. Seriously considering making reservation again next year.

Met and exceeded expectations. Owners were very hospitable and the property was spacious and private. Little beach with small waves just right for our two year old to play in the water! House was clean and welcoming. Highly recommend. We will return!

What a wonderful property! For those who like to just unwind and relax during family vacations, this is a great spot! Lots of nature to see (both in and out of the water), tandem bikes, crab baskets, kayaks, paddleboat, beach area, beautiful porch, lovely neighborhood to walk (and kayak!) around. The house was equipped with everything we needed (large family) and the large washer/dryer were lifesavers. Everyone really enjoyed themselves and we hope to be back again one day! Thank you so much Danette and Rick!

We had a wonderful stay at Mariner's Legacy, after an initial panic getting there as the countryside became increasingly rural, that we wouldn't be able to find groceries. (There's a Food Lion in Mathews, a 30-minute round-trip, but at first Apple Maps didn't want to admit it.) :-) On the night of our arrival there was a dramatic thunderstorm to the north that was exciting to watch across the water, and it was very peaceful, getting up at sunrise and watching the osprey do their funny shimmy to shed water after catching a fish, while enjoying a quiet coffee before the teenagers got up at the crack of noon. We took advantage of the fire pit to play a fire-lit card game as a family one night while our old bulldog cuddled up in one of the Adirondack chairs and kept us honest. We enjoyed watching the local rowing club practicing in their shells as well as fishermen tending their lines of crab pots. There was not as much boat traffic as one might expect, although a few sailing cats took advantage of moorings on the East River. I found myself regretting not having brought binoculars, though I did get some pictures with a long lens of nesting osprey near the little beach and again from one of the kayaks available to guests. Our day trip to Colonial Williamsburg really wasn’t worth it, and we never got around to our planned bike ride. Mostly we just enjoyed a few tranquil days of seclusion before heading back to the pressures of careers and school. Danette and Rick were friendly and considerate hosts, and we hope to take advantage of their wonderful retreat again soon! When writing a 5-star review, it's hard to find things to comment about apart from "It was great!" but here are a couple of notes for future guests: - Others I think have mentioned this, but if you're taller than about 5'4", really do watch your head coming down the stairs! (I'm 6' and after the third time I cracked my skull I was wishing for some kind of padding.) - Something about the inside height of the second-floor bathtubs makes it an awkward step in and out; folks who aren't as flexible as they used to be might want to use the first-floor shower.

We had a long Easter weekend with family at this property. The house is beautiful and comfortable with room for everyone. The property is remote and serene. The weather didn't cooperate for the kayak or bicycle use, but it is such a nice amenity. There is an easy put in for the kayaks and, without the cold wind and chop, we would have used them a lot. It was a beautiful spot for bird watching and photography. The large fire pit was great for a group and the Adirondack style chairs were also perfect for star gazing. There were games for the rainy days and a big table for gathering. The beds were very comfortable. For an old house it was quiet and cosy. The kitchen was well appointed with anything we could have needed. The washer and dryer were new and industrial sized. We didn't need to do a lot of wash, but for a weeklong stay, it would be great. We had some gale force winds and rain, but it was warm and quiet inside. This was an amazing find and we would definitely stay here again.

We have stayed at several VRBO properties and overall this home is one of the best. It was beautiful, clean, well stocked and had plenty of room! It was remote and private, yet close enough to drive to some of Virginia's best places to visit! Would visit again!!

Incredibly peaceful, quiet location. We had a great visit with family as an post-Christmas getaway. Two dogs had a blast. Lots of open area around the house. Nice small beach in front. We couldn't take advantage of all of the ammenities due to the cold weather, but there are lots of kayaks, bikes, canoes and a paddle boat on the proerty. Really clean and very well appointed home.

We had a wonderful stay at this home. The minor inconveniences were internet was very fickle and the doors and floors were quite loud. That’s to be expected with the age of the home and the Location though. These issues did not distract from us making great memories and enjoying the time at this lovely home.

Beautiful site, well stocked kitchen, comfy beds, water toys, fire pit, large lawn for frisbee. Loved sitting on porches - sunrise beautiful with hot coffees. Fished but didn't catch as Richard mentioned. Loved the placemats, dining room benches and overall decor. We stay as a family once a year at different vrbo places and family said this year was the best so far! Tennis 13 minutes away next door to the high school.

This VRBO property is the best rental property where I have ever had the pleasure of staying. The views are amazing, the sunrises exceptional, the cleanliness superb, and everything was provided beyond what normal landlords provide. My family has stayed at dozens of rentals across the United States, and this is the BEST...hands down....property we have ever stayed at....without exception!!!

If you're looking for a quiet secluded get away, this is your place. A short drive to Mathews for a great walk about town and Williamsburg within an hour. We loved the whole property and truly enjoyed our stay.

The house was VERY clean. It's decorated very nicely. The owners have thought of so many things that renters might need, i.e. extra propane tank, first aid kit, lots of beach towels, kayaks, crab cages, very nice washer/dryer with plenty of detergent etc.

Clean, wonderfully decorated, and maintained. Big enough for 30 at breakfast, cozy enough for 4 watching rain blow in or sun rise from the gorgeous porch. We hated to leave when our time ended. Thanks ever so much, Rick and Danette !!

Memorable architecture and comfortable furnishings in a broad river setting. We particularly enjoyed the kayaks, bikes, cornhole, and sitting around the magnificent fire.

Great like the previous year.

We had a wonderful time at this gorgeous rental! The house is beautiful and has a great view of the East River in Bohannon. There is a wrap around porch that we used everyday with enough comfy couches and chairs for our family of 11. The kitchen was well-appointed and had everything we needed. We really enjoyed the grill and fire pit as well. They have 6 kayaks, a paddle boat, lots of life jackets, bikes, corn hike, you name it! The house is very close to Mathew’s, for grocery shopping, etc. We highly recommend Danette and Rick’s house and hope to stay there again soon!

We were excited to find Mariners Legacy because it seemed perfect for our family vacation and it exceeded our expectations. So much to do here and also a great place to sit on the porch and enjoy the scenery. The house is very charming and well equipped, from the laundry room and kitchen to the tv/game room to the waterfront, grill and firepit. We all hated to leave

One might think that vacationing with nine members of my family would be anything but peaceful. However, the house and huge property allowed for everyone to have plenty of room. Add to that kayaking on the idyllic river, a gentle afternoon breeze, and lovely surroundings; and peaceful is what we got.

We had a wonderfully restful waterfront retreat at Danette’s house. It was fully stocked, comfortable, and plenty of space for 9 adults and an infant. We especially enjoyed sharing meals out on the porch and the kayaks. All of us agreed- we’d like to return next year!

Beautiful views, great location for family vacation, house was as listed with plenty of room. Town of Mathews close by has a few dining spots but we also did a lot of cooking