Colonial Beach Holiday House Tour 2026: Plan Your Stay

The 2026 Colonial Beach holiday house tour, officially the 24th Annual Whitestone Christmas House Tour, takes place Saturday, December 12, and Sunday, December 13, 2026. Organized by the Colonial Beach Historical Society & Museum, the event invites visitors into homes decorated for Christmas and supports the museum’s work.

Planning a holiday getaway around the tour? River Gem is a four-bedroom vacation rental on The Point in Colonial Beach, Virginia, with space for up to 10 guests. Check the home’s availability for your dates before making travel plans.

2026 Tour Details at a Glance

• Dates: December 12–13, 2026.
• Tickets: The organizer lists $25 per day.
• Organizer: Colonial Beach Historical Society & Museum.
• Times, check-in and route: Confirm the current tour instructions with the organizer before you travel.

Official Christmas House Tour details and ticket information

Event details checked October 31, 2026. Schedules and ticket availability may change. Tour admission is separate from lodging at River Gem.

Make time for more than the tour itself: share a meal, explore town, and settle in for an evening together at River Gem.

• Room for family and friends: Four bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and space for up to 10 guests. All bedrooms are upstairs, and stairs are required to enter the house.
• Gather comfortably: A living room, separate sitting room with sleeper sofa, fully equipped kitchen, and dining room give your group places to relax between outings.
• Enjoy the outdoors: A covered front porch, BBQ deck, and fenced backyard with fire pit offer additional gathering spaces when the weather allows.
• Explore Colonial Beach: The beach is two blocks from River Gem, and the boardwalk is approximately seven blocks away. Tour homes and event routes vary; check the organizer’s itinerary before planning transportation.
• Convenient arrival: Self-check-in, driveway parking for up to four vehicles, Wi-Fi, central heating, and a washer and dryer.

Explore River Gem’s rooms, amenities, and sleeping arrangements.

Make a Holiday Weekend of Your Visit

Leave time around your tour for waterfront walks, local dining, and shopping in Colonial Beach. Check seasonal business hours before heading out, and choose a walk, bicycle, golf cart, or car trip to suit your destination and the weather.

Use our guide to things to do in Colonial Beach to plan the rest of your stay.

Another December Weekend: Winter Festival & Santa’s Parade

Colonial Beach’s Santa’s Wonderland & Winter Festival Parade is listed for December 5, 2026, a separate weekend from the December 12–13 House Tour. Explore our Winter Festival lodging guide if you are planning an earlier December stay.

Book through River Gem’s own website for direct-booking rates, personal communication with your host, and local recommendations. Enter your dates and guest count to review availability, your full stay total, and reservation terms before booking.

Tour tickets are purchased separately through the organizer. This page is a visitor guide from River Gem, not the event’s ticketing page.

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Holiday House Tour Questions

When is the Colonial Beach holiday house tour in 2026?

The organizer lists the Whitestone Christmas House Tour for Saturday, December 12, and Sunday, December 13, 2026. Confirm tour times and arrival instructions on the official event page.

How much are tour tickets, and where do I buy them?

The organizer lists tickets at $25 per day. Visit the Historical Society & Museum’s Christmas tour page for current ticket information.

Are tour tickets included with a River Gem reservation?

No. Your River Gem reservation is for lodging. Arrange event tickets separately with the Colonial Beach Historical Society & Museum.

Can I walk from River Gem to the tour homes?

River Gem is on The Point, but participating homes, check-in arrangements, and transportation options may vary. Check the organizer’s current route before deciding whether to walk or drive.

Is River Gem suitable for a group visiting the tour?

River Gem sleeps up to 10 guests in a four-bedroom home with 2.5 bathrooms, a full kitchen, and shared living spaces. All bedrooms are upstairs, and stairs are required to enter the house. Check availability for your group’s dates before reserving.

Questions about the home? Email your River Gem host.