THE VILLA, FAMILY & KIDS, REST & RESTORATION, SEASONS, PRIVACY & PEACE, POOL Rebecca & Michael Straley THE VILLA, FAMILY & KIDS, REST & RESTORATION, SEASONS, PRIVACY & PEACE, POOL Rebecca & Michael Straley

…feels like you’re the only people for miles.

…fells like you’re the only people for miles.

September 2026 | ★★★★★

River Rock is an amazing place, with incredible outdoor spaces as well as incredible indoor spaces. When we arrived I was a bit surprised by the proximity of neighbors given the amount of acreage, BUT the house feels secluded once you are there, and the backyard space in particular feels like you're the only people for miles. It was great. We didn't travel with children, but it would have been easy to include them in the space. There is something to do for everyone, and we enjoyed the amenitites thoroughly. We watched football and a movie on the big projection screen in the movie theater room. We played pool and foosball and air hockey. We enjoyed the luxurious kitchen, and we spent tons of time in the pool and hot tub. We could have spent another week there and not been even close to bored. We would not hesitate to go back. Our only wish was that we could have more control over the pool timing, but understand that the complex system would be a difficult one to allow short term guests to manage. The hosts were accomodating and worked to ensure we could enjoy the pool and hot tub, even though it was mid September for our trip.

Mary

Westminster, MD.

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“absolutely everything you could possibly want or need.

Absolutely everything you could possibly want or need…

Septembr 2026 | ★★★★★

Beautiful, welcoming, and comfortable home that has absolutely everything you could possibly want or need. Very spacious, plenty of places to gather together and plenty of places if you desire some privacy. Comfortable beds with lovely linens and blankets. So many fun things to do inside the home, they have thought of it all. And the backyard with the pool, decking, and gorgeous view cannot be beat, it’s incredible! Fabulous is the word I would use to describe it and the home!Full Message

Bev

Sanford,, North Carolina

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…doing family vacations for many years, & our daughter said this one was the best!

August 2026 | ★★★★★

Stayed about a week

We loved staying in this wonderful place for our annual family vacation week, so much that we didn’t have any desire to find activities outside the property! There is so much to do there: the pool is fabulous, the many gathering places, the games and movie theater…. The beds are sooo comfortable that we all slept great.
We have been doing family vacations for many years, and our daughter said this one was the best!
We highly recommend this property!

Charles

China

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“Our three generations of family (plus one dog) had plenty of spaces to gather together…”

The 8 foot wide and 10 foot tall wrap around covered porch offers safe have for multi-generation relaxation and connection.

July 2026 | ★★★★★

Our family had a wonderful stay at this amazing home and would absolutely recommend it to anyone. The house was clean, comfortable, beautifully maintained, and thoughtfully stocked with everything we needed for a relaxing stay. Our three generations of family (plus one dog) had plenty of spaces to gather together but also made use of quiet areas to unwind. We were looking for a peaceful, relaxing vacation, and this house was the perfect spot! We enjoyed exploring local restaurants and shops, but we really spent most of our time at the house - in the pool, watching movies in the theater, playing games, and hiking. Rebecca and Michael were excellent hosts. They were friendly, responsive, and proactive with communication from booking through checkout. Check-in was seamless, and everything was exactly as expected. Thanks for sharing your home with us!

Maryann

Churchville, PA

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“…a fun family adventure we’ll always remember.”

The Choices you have at River Rock Villa, such as river, trails, games, pool, family meals and games enhance even the smaller moments that bring us closer

July‍ ‍2026 | ★★★★★

Our family of five our dog had an amazing stay! The heated infinity pool was the highlight—we spent hours swimming, playing pool volleyball, making up games, and relaxing in the spa while enjoying the beautiful waterfall over the infinity edge. The kids loved the slide (me... not so much! ).The home itself was beautiful, exceptionally well maintained, and spotless—easily a 10/10 for cleanliness. We also loved spending our evenings playing air hockey, Pictionary, Chinese checkers, and poker together. The house has a special way of bringing everyone together, and we made so many great family memories.We also enjoyed hiking the nearby trail. We wandered off the path for a bit and got a little lost, but it turned into a fun family adventure we'll always remember.The downstairs central AC wasn't working during our stay, but the owners were incredibly proactive and communicative. They more than made up for it by providing a generous discount and bringing in large portable air conditioners that kept us comfortable throughout our visit.Overall, this was a fantastic stay, and we'd gladly return. Highly recommend for families looking to relax, have fun, and spend quality time together.

Jill

Great Neck Long Island, NY

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“You can’t help but fall in love with nature…”

The peacefulness of the river movement at River Rock Villa brings harmony to the surroundings.

July 2026 | ★★★★★

We enjoyed our stay at River Rock Villa tremendously. The home and property are beautiful and whether you're looking for a serene environment and an opportunity to relax or not, you're going to get it. You can't help but fall in love with nature and spend the week counting your blessings. Rebecca and Michael are more than hospitable; truly the kindest hosts that went above and beyond every step of the way to ensure we were comfortable and made vacationing easy on us!

Nicole

Myrtle Beach, SC

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“We returned to this beautiful home less than a month..”

The fishing at River Rock Villa is adventurous yet peaceful as time slows down on the Rappahannock River.

June 2026 | ★★★★★

We returned to this beautiful house less than a month after our first visit! Everything here is wonderful: the waterfront area is exceptional, and the views are absolutely stunning. Michael took us fishing again, and it was an amazing experience. He patiently taught us how to fish, constantly supported us, and somehow managed to help and untangle lines for all five of us with a smile. We had a fantastic time and can't wait to come back!

Sasha Returns

New York, NY

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…the home was expertly designed and furnished.

The open spaces and multiple guest conversation areas with attention to detal make River Rock Villa worth it.

May 2026 | ★★★★★

We had a really lovely family visit. we had a rambunctious toddler with us. There were many ways to keep him entertained but the home was so beautiful I was a bit stressed out that something could get damaged. The property was so peaceful and gorgeous. Ultimately we had a fantastic time. I have traveled around the world and been to many beautiful places. My brother designs homes. This home was expertly designed and furnished. It is worth experiencing if you are willing to splurge! 😁

Padma

Jupiter, FL

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“…the owners responded immediately and worked tirelessly…”

April 2026 | ★★★★★

If you get a chance to rent this fabulous home, do it! The property is amazing and the house is extraordinary. The kitchen is completely furnished with everything you might need to for a holiday dinner and there are three different grills outside by the pool. The property is secluded with great views and there are hiking trails accessible from the backyard. This property is dog friendly with a fenced backyard. The basement has a large theater room which was amazing. We had an issue with an appliance and the owners responded immediately and worked tirelessly to ensure we were not inconvenienced. I don’t think I have ever stayed at a property where the owner worked harder to address a problem. Communication was extraordinary as the owners responded to questions immediately. In summary, if you get a chance to rent this fabulous home, do it!

Gary

Maryville, TN

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“My family never wanted to leave. Furthermore, I am a chef. I stayed here over Thanksgiving…”

Family room with 20 foot high ceilings to view the sun and the moon with celebrations year roung.

November 2025

This is hands down the best property in the Fredericksburg area. There are huge bedrooms with their own bathrooms. There is a huge 4 room play area in the basement where also your doggies can stay, plus there's a pool table in a huge sandbox for teens and kids under the pool. There's a movie projector, a foosball and air hockey table, tons of board games and a card table. There are bathrooms everywhere. The gorgeous backyard and the hot tub alone is reason enough to come here. Swing set in the front yard. A seven year old never had it so good. My family never wanted to leave. Furthermore, I am a chef. I stayed here over Thanksgiving and prepared a feast. There was absolutely NOTHING that was unavailable in this kitchen. Only my kitchen has more spices, and that's because I'm cooking 10 different ethnic foods in a month. There's a Walmart 10 minutes away, and a Costco for heaven's sake, 20 minutes away. You're tucked in a safe, private community perfect for learning how to breathe again. It was Thanksgiving with family, ya'll, and I've never left a place more rested and grateful. The hosts Rebecca and Mike are experts. No problems at all, in fact, I felt held and cared for. The home was even decorated for both Thanksgiving and Xmas!

Andrea

Detroit, MI

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“Did I say amazing hosts? So thankful about entire experience.”

Pool table and grotto — one of the many places to relax and play at River Rock Villa

August 2025 | ★★★★★
Stayed with a pet

We had a wonderful family mini vacation in this beautifully decorated home with exceptional amenities. Amazing pool. Peaceful atmosphere. Super responsive and accommodating hosts. Did I say amazing pool and awesome hosts? So thankful about the entire experience.

Kent

Bristow, Virginia

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“The outside pool area was amazing and so peaceful.”

The trail to the river at River Rock Villa

August 2025 | ★★★★★
Stayed with a pet

This house was everything we needed and more! The house and the outside spaces were clean and ready to go. The outside pool area was amazing and so peaceful. We took a walk to the river (the trail is challenging but fun) and the views were beautiful. I would highly recommend this house.

Alli

New Jersey

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“…the crown jewel is the outdoor area with a beautiful infinity pool.”

The infinity pool — the crown jewel of River Rock Villa

July 2025 | ★★★★★

Group trip

Rebecca's place is just amazing! The house is great for large family gatherings. Everyone is able to have their own space comfortably. The attention to details is impeccable. The property is just lovely all around, but the crown jewel is the outdoor area with a beautiful infinity pool. Rebecca was very responsive and checked in throughout our stay. The house is in a secluded area, so is best to plan things to do in advance.
Overall, we had a great experience!

Johanny

Jersey City, New Jersey

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“The home, pool and amenities were wonderful…”

The comfort of everyday activities at River Rock Villa make time together unforgettable.

August 2024 | ★★★★★

Wonderful Stay

The home, pool and amenities were wonderful and our family had a great long weekend!

Luke

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“peaceful surroundings were truly healing and restorative.”


Wayne

Rustburg, Virginia

Rating, 5 stars

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July 2024

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Stayed about a week

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The quiet, peaceful surroundings were truly healing and restorative.

July 2024 | ★★★★★

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The quiet, peaceful surroundings were truly healing and restorative. Don’t pass up the opportunity to stay at this amazing home.

Wayne

Rustburg, Virginia

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“The woods all around the house are lovely and give such nice privacy.”

The privacy at River Rock Villa is only surpassed by the games and fully equipped kitchen making vacation feel like home.

July 2024 | ★★★★★

Rappahannock Retreat

My family of four and our dog had a perfect vacation here! We swam in the pool every day, played board games and air hockey, hiked to the river to explore, read books, watched movies, baked and cooked in the fully equipped kitchen, and felt totally at home. The woods all around the house are lovely and give such nice privacy. The homeowners are the best!! Highly recommend!

Marianne

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