Summary:
Step back in time at this quintessential 1970s retreat, where bold patterns, warm earth tones, and avocado-green appliances set a nostalgic, feel-good vibe. As winter settles in, gather around the backyard firepit under crisp, starry skies or explore quiet nearby beaches and scenic trails to enjoy the natural beauty. Close to Westmoreland State Park, Colonial Beach, art galleries, and great restaurants—this retro escape is pure cozy-season fun.
The Space:
🌼 Step Back Into the ’70s at That 70’s Hive
A quintessential retro retreat with bold patterns, warm earth tones, and nostalgic avocado-green appliances—perfect for cozy-season getaways.
🍁 Fall Vibes & Nearby Fun
⭐ Four community beaches + tennis courts
🔥 Backyard firepit for crisp, starry-night hangouts
🌲 Minutes to Westmoreland State Park for hiking & fall colors
🌊 Close to Colonial Beach, art galleries, restaurants & more
🌟 The Space
🛋️ Groovy Retro Living
Step into a 1970s time capsule—bold wallpaper, vintage décor, and funky patterns
Open-concept living room with period furniture & cozy seating
🎵 Vintage record player for throwing on your favorite classics
🍳 Retro Kitchen
Original avocado-green stove & retro appliances
Laminate countertops + all essentials for cooking
Perfect for fondue nights or nostalgic TV-dinner vibes
🍽️ Dining Area
Round dining table made for conversation, cards, and cozy meals
Flows naturally from the kitchen and living room
🛏️ Two Themed Bedrooms
🌼 Blue + yellow room with fun ’70s wallpaper
💖 Feminine retro room with warm tones & vintage accents
Both offer comfortable, cozy beds for a great night’s sleep
🌿 Screened-In Porch
Spacious lounge area + separate dining space
🌙 Hanging chair for swinging, sipping, and relaxing
Great for morning coffee, evening cocktails, and fall breezes
🔥 Outdoor Fun
Lighted firepit for s’mores, wine, and stories under the stars
Private setting surrounded by nature—a perfect unwind zone
✨ Perfect For
Flower-children-at-heart
Retro-lovers & design enthusiasts
Couples’ escapes
Peaceful nature retreats
Families & small groups
(indoor fireplace is super cute but not currently operational unfortunately)
💛 Book Your Groovy Getaway!
Add That 70’s Hive to your wishlist or reserve your stay now—peace, love & good vibes await!
Guest Access:
Guests have access to all the groovy vibes.
You’ll need to bring the passes with you to access any community amenities, including the pool, beaches, and tennis courts.
The Neighborhood:
LOCATION: That 70's Hive in Montross, VA, is easy driving distance from Washington, DC (90 mi.), Richmond (67 mi.), Williamsburg (85), Baltimore (121 mi.), BWI Airport (113 mi.), and a bit further from Philadelphia (225 mi.), and NYC (304 mi.). It is located in a lovely community on the Potomac River with four beaches, tennis and pickleball courts, a pool, and a very laidback vibe. Nearby playground too! Safe and quiet. The coastal area is called The Northern Neck, and is dotted with cool small towns and full of lovely people and fresh seafood, in particular oysters. It is an oasis from busy city life.
The beaches are dog friendly! The closest one is Glebe Harbor Beach at the end of N Glebe Road and is a pleasant 30 minute walk (or 4 minute drive). The next closest beach is Cabin Point Beach at the end of Royal Way and is about 3 miles away. Beaver Pond Beach is at the end of Huntsman Way, and is also about three miles, and finally Crystal Lane Beach via Crystal Lane is also about three miles. All roads are easy to find on the map and there is information about the community amenities in the home.
Pool Hours of Operation MEMORIAL DAY TO LABOR DAY ONLY:
Saturday and Holidays -10am – 8pm
Monday through Thursday – 12 noon – 7pm
Friday – 12 noon – 8pm
Sunday – 10am – 7pm
Montross itself had a rebirth around 2015, and is now a vibrant arts community with galleries, shops, and friendly folk. Be sure to stop and snap some Polaroids in front of the wooden LOVE sign. There's another LOVE sign further down with a nautical theme. Keep your eyes peeled for beautiful murals throughout town.
Be sure to get your history on and visit the Courthouse, the Westmoreland museum and all the historic sites in town. There are also several festivals yearly and, occasionally, a big flea market behind the Courthouse.
The next closest town is Colonial Beach, about 20 miles north (great stopping place if coming from that direction)and it's very fun to explore there. It's a quintessential small beach town with lots of personality. The Tiki Bar on the River is not to be missed, and there are many shops, cafes, and restaurants to explore. There is even a floating Tiki Bar on the River! Great restaurants and fun vibe. The Thai place rivals big city restaurants.
Further south in the Northern Neck are the quintessential coastal towns bounded by the Potomac and the Rappahannock, great stopping places if coming from Richmond and points south, and close enough for a day trip. The quaint coastal town of Irvington described by Southern Living Magazine as the swankiest coastal town in Virginia. Great shopping and restaurants. Small town friendly vibes.
We also recommend exploring the larger town of Kilmarnock, and also White Stone, which boasts a restaurant owned and operated by a local guy who trained at the Inn at Little Washington. It's called Adrift and it's a must visit.
Getting Around:
You need a car. Preferably a vintage VW Bug, but anything will four wheels and a motor will do. Bring bikes though, for cruising the community and pedaling over to one of the beaches or the tennis and pickle ball courts! (Shhh, we didn't have pickleball back then, but dude, it's so rad you should def try it).
Other Things to Note:
Ask us for our 3-Day Itinerary with all our favorite spots and be sure to check out our partner discounts in our Welcome Guide when you book for catering, fishing charters, sailing charters, and more!
DOGS: We love dogs! $25 per night per dog fee, max of 2 dogs. You must clean up after them outside (waste) and inside (fur). No dogs on furniture including bed (without covers) and no wet dogs inside. Dogs may not be locked in any rooms and should be crated if you leave the house. You'll find Nature's Miracle to help keep the home clean. Additional fees will be charged if there is any damage.
The house is located in a natural & wooded area, so you may see & hear bugs, furry critters of all sizes (including but not limited to deer, squirrels, and rodents), & reptiles. Our property has regularly scheduled pest control, however, we cannot guarantee that any such critters will not be visible in & around the property. Please try to keep the doors closed, do not leave food outside to prevent entry of unwanted critters. Do not feed any wildlife as they are wild animals.
To ensure transparency, please note that if your payment was processed via Stripe and you choose to cancel your reservation, the initial Stripe processing fees are non-refundable, as per Stripe’s policy.
Travel Protection Highly Recommended - we strongly encourage purchasing Travel Protection for your trip. If unforeseen circumstances such as sickness or injury prevent you or a family member from traveling, Travel Protection can reimburse 100% of your prepaid, nonrefundable costs. Protect your investment and travel with peace of mind. For options, check out Generali Global Assistance.
Heads up! Jellyfish are prevalent in the water in the hotter summer months so please use extra caution when swimming or wading in the water. We also recommend wearing water shoes for added protection. Stay safe and enjoy the water!
Interaction with Guests:
We are here for you! Just give us a shout over messaging, or by phone if urgent.
The community pool isn’t heated.
To ensure transparency, please note that if your payment was processed via Stripe and you choose to cancel your reservation, the initial Stripe processing fees are non-refundable, as per Stripe’s policy.
