Cabin rentals near Lanexa, Virginia sit along the Chickahominy River, approximately 30 miles from Williamsburg in eastern Virginia. The area experiences hot, humid summers with temperatures often reaching 90°F and mild winters with occasional freezing temperatures. Most cabin properties in this region maintain seasonal operations between March and November, with limited winter availability due to reduced demand and occasional weather concerns.
What to do
Kayaking on the Chickahominy River: Access points available at Rockahock Campgrounds where you can launch directly from the riverfront property. "Rockahock is a decent campground. It has a nice boat launch a nice pool that is well kept. The sites are massive and very quiet," notes one visitor.
Cycling on the Virginia Capital Trail: Located minutes from Chickahominy Riverfront Park, this paved path extends for miles through the countryside. "A few places to access the water and about as close as you can get to the capital trail," reports a recent camper.
Fishing from shoreline or docks: Multiple fishing spots at Ed Allen's Campground and Cottages where many cabins offer water access. "There is a huge lake to go fishing, great restuarant nearby, the campground had a barbeque dinner for everyone. Lots of trails to walk," shares a visitor.
Historical site exploration: Cabins provide convenient access to Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown, and Yorktown, all within 30-minute drives. "The campground is in a great location to Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestowne, and Yorktown and is a great home base for exploring those sites," notes one camper about nearby accommodations.
What campers like
Waterfront cabin locations: Many rental units at Bethpage Camp-Resort back up to water. "We enjoyed the site Mulberry 2A that was a full hookup and a patio...backed to the lake," explains one guest who stayed in a lakeside accommodation.
Modern bathroom facilities: Several cabin rentals offer full private bathrooms rather than requiring use of communal facilities. "The bathrooms were spotless and the whole campground was peaceful and relaxing," reports one visitor about their experience.
Swimming pools: Seasonal pool access at multiple cabin rental properties provides relief during summer months. "Pool is incredibly large and CLEAN!!! I was surprised! It felt very refreshing and even had a adult swim time and attentive life guards," remarks a summer visitor about their cabin rental experience.
Proximity to transportation routes: Most cabin rentals sit within 10-15 minutes of major highways. "Great location with lots to do within an hour's drive. This was our first time staying where full hookups were standard, and we had a pull-through site on a level concrete pad," notes a camper about the convenience.
What you should know
Train noise affects some properties: Several cabin rentals experience railroad disruption. "Nice, clean campsite. Only issue is you are right next to the train tracks so if you are a light sleeper you will hear those trains throughout the night," warns one cabin visitor.
Seasonal operation schedules: Many Lanexa cabin properties close entirely between November and March. "Sites typically include picnic tables and fire rings outside the cabin," with most open from "Mar 28 - Nov 15."
Variable kitchen provisions: American Heritage RV Park cabins offer limited cooking facilities. "We stayed in a cabin that had two bunks and a full size bed, with a bathroom, microwave and small dorm size fridge," reports one visitor detailing the modest cooking setup.
Booking requirements: Weekend reservations during peak season (May-September) often require 2-3 night minimums and fill 3-6 months in advance.
Tips for camping with families
Pool facilities for children: Many cabin rentals feature dedicated children's swimming areas. "Kids loved the playground and the pool. The bathrooms were spotless and the whole campground was peaceful and relaxing. We will 100% be back," shares one family about their cabin experience.
Playground access: Williamsburg Campground offers extensive play facilities with cabins within easy walking distance. "Lots to do with kids... planned activities like Petting zoo, hayrides, and movie night, and campground amenities like a pool (was chilly though), bounce pillows, bikes, short hiking trails, and ice cream shop," explains a parent.
Indoor activities for rainy days: Pack games and entertainment options as most cabins offer limited indoor recreation space during inclement weather. "We didn't use or even go in the bathhouses so can't comment on those. All in all it was okay... as long as it doesn't rain," suggests one practical cabin visitor.
Cabin selection strategy: Book interior cabins for quieter experiences, as waterfront units experience more foot traffic. Cabins near bathhouses prove most convenient for families with young children.
Tips from RVers
Park model cabin alternatives: Several campgrounds offer park model cabins as alternatives to traditional RV camping. "Great little camping spot. This was RV only. No tent camping here. There were a few different options for site sizes pending the size of camper/rv you have," notes one visitor about various accommodation options.
Storage considerations: Most cabin rentals provide limited storage space compared to RVs. Pack efficiently in stackable containers. "The sites are close, many are not level, not very big rig friendly and satellite is near impossible due to trees," observes one camper about the grounds.
Wi-Fi reliability: Internet service varies significantly between cabin rental properties. "And! Pretty good wifi internet. Usually its slow, but here it works!" reports one pleasantly surprised cabin guest, though experiences differ by location and time of year.
