October 9–11, 2027; the federal Columbus Day holiday is Monday, October 11.
Plan an October getaway with room to relax at River Gem. Use the long weekend for local dining, browsing shops and galleries, and spending time together near the Potomac River.
River Gem accommodates up to 10 guests with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Check holiday dates and book direct.
The October federal holiday falls on Monday, October 11, 2027. Often planned as Columbus Day or Indigenous Peoples’ Day weekend, it can provide an extra day away depending on your work or school schedule. Colonial Beach’s fall events, including Bike Fest, follow their own organizer schedules; confirm the 2027 dates before combining a festival with your stay.
Prepare meals in the full kitchen and gather in the spacious dining area. The main living room and separate sitting room give your overnight group room to relax. Wi-Fi, Smart TVs, a washer and dryer, a covered front porch, a BBQ deck, and a fenced backyard with a fire pit make it easy to settle in.
River Gem is on The Point in Colonial Beach, Virginia, about two blocks from the beach and about seven blocks from the boardwalk. All four bedrooms are upstairs, and stairs are required to enter the home. Driveway parking accommodates up to four vehicles.
Explore our Things to Do guide for dining, shops, outdoor activities, historic attractions, and event guides. Check the year on event announcements and confirm opening hours before visiting.
Do not assume the dates coincide. Check the official Bike Fest schedule for 2027 and compare it with your intended arrival and departure dates.
Yes. River Gem accommodates up to 10 overnight guests. Review the house details and photos to confirm the sleeping arrangements suit your group.
One dog may be approved under River Gem’s pet policy, with the applicable fee. Request approval before booking.
Select your exact dates in River Gem’s booking calendar. Availability, rates, minimum stays, fees, and cancellation terms depend on the reservation; this guide does not guarantee open dates.
Book directly with River Gem to communicate with your host and review your full quote before reserving. Check dates for October Holiday Weekend 2027.