Step into this charming Beach Front Cottage, a rustic yet pet-friendly haven. With 4 spacious bedrooms and an open-concept kitchen, family room, and dining area, this home is ideal for multi-families or groups of up to 12 guests.
Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10297 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Beach Front on the Bay - Pet Friendly, Wi-Fi, Parking, Large Water front Deck
This Beach Front Cottage is so close to the water you can throw a rock in it. Come relax in our home on the water. Park directly in front of your door and be on the sandy dunes within a few steps. This large sprawling home is fantastic for multi-families or smaller groups.
This is a large roomy home. A bit rustic, but pet friendly and WATERFRONT!!
We offer 4 bedrooms, 1 Living Room for the adults and one for the kids! Both with Large Smart TV's for your binging!
The kitchen, family room and dining area are arranged in an open room concept on the main floor.
This home features 4 bedrooms, the master with a Queen and a single and an attached full bathroom (with a stand up shower), the second bedroom has a queen and the 3rd upstairs bedroom has two twin beds. The Fourth bedroom, downstairs, has two twin beds and a Queen bed. This unit can sleep up to 12 guests if you are a close-knit group!
We have a deck on the back from which you can watch the sunrise and sunset.
Even with a bit of modernizing, the property is a historical home that is now over 85 years old. It has some eccentricities that reflect building standards and designs from the turn of the last century that lends to its charm as an older beach cottage. But even so, we hope that you will love our older and charming home.
We are pet friendly with appropriate fees.
• There are NO PARTIES ALLOWED! We are in a quiet, tight-knit, residential community. Our neighbors will not hesitate to report any excessive noise to the Police and to us! Immediate eviction with **NO REFUND** will result if there is a party on the property.
Quiet hours begin at 9 PM.
This is a Family/Residential unit and area. No loud music or noise.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
4 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Location highlights
Near a zoo
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Fishing nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Extra Charges:
Cleaning fee of $99 to remove pet hair from bedding or furniture
Early Check-In $75 (if available)
Late Check-Out $75 (if available)
Pets must be house trained and stay off of bedding and furniture
Pet Fee is $99 per pet
If not disclosed prior to your stay, the pet fee is $300
Check Out is 10 AM.
A fee of $45 per hour is charged beginning at 10:05 AM
We must not keep the cleaners waiting!
No Parties!
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
4 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pet fee of $99 per pet
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
This is a resedential area, no loud music
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: This is a resedential area, no loud music
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Cottage Park, a neighbourhood in Norfolk, this holiday home is near a water park and on the beach. Waterside District and Greenbrier Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Chesapeake Bay and First Landing State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Hampton Coliseum, or consider a night out at The Historic Post Office. With scuba diving, snorkelling and parasailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Norfolk travel guide
Is Beach Front on the Bay - Pet Friendly, Wi-Fi, Parking, Large Water front Deck pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Beach Front on the Bay - Pet Friendly, Wi-Fi, Parking, Large Water front Deck?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beach Front on the Bay - Pet Friendly, Wi-Fi, Parking, Large Water front Deck?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beach Front on the Bay - Pet Friendly, Wi-Fi, Parking, Large Water front Deck?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beach Front on the Bay - Pet Friendly, Wi-Fi, Parking, Large Water front Deck located?
Nestled on the beach, this Cottage Park holiday home is just steps away from Chesapeake Bay and Norfolk Beaches. Community Beach and Ocean View Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Beach Front on the Bay - Pet Friendly, Wi-Fi, Parking, Large Water front Deck Reviews
Reviews
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
there was plenty of room, even though we could'nt use the basement bedroom. kids were able to use upstairs livingroom to sleep. inside home was clean. outside could use a little picking up. ocean view and beach was real nice.it is pretty much as described. overall,we enjoyed our stay.
Based on reviews, I wasn’t expecting anything fancy and it wasn’t. I was hoping it would be better than I expected, but ended up being a bit worse than expected due to cleanliness and needing updates. Overall, I felt the house was dirty, many lights out/missing bulbs, had cockroaches. However, the location was awesome! Fantastic view of the ocean and walk to the beach, so close! There were plenty of beds and they were all comfortable. Kitchen was decently stocked and functional. Bathrooms were fine, based on age of house, plenty of hot water! This house has so much potential, just needs some TLC.
This location is perfect beach access! It is a nice quiet location with not a crowded beach. The property manager was in contact and very helpful. Our biggest disappointment was the sand/growth in the way of the view from the deck. When sitting on the deck, couldn’t easily see the beach like the picture shows, from yearly buildup and weathering.
Heather S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
edith b.
10 June 2021
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Property needs work
There is a constant leak in one bathroom, no hot water in the sink of one bathroom, a broken picture on the wall. We are older women and the beach access is a tough walk we actually had to use the access from the neighbors due to the condition of ours. This property definitely needs some work.
edith b.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
6/10 Okay
Elizabeth
26 July 2023
Liked: Communication
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Overall 3 stars out of 5 experience. Location was ideal - right on the beach in easy walking distance. The owner was also very communicative, which made checkin/checkout easy.
The house is in need of repairs. Our biggest issue during our stay was the weak plumbing -- 10 people sharing a bathroom where the toilet does not properly flush (and then the cheap plunger broke requiring an emergency trip to the store), put a damper on the trip. Additionally, cleaning in between visits could be improved. We noticed a smell in the kitchen and found rotten potatoes in one of the cupboards.
Given the price point and location, we were not expecting anything fancy. Overall we had a good experience, and the house itself could be improved with some quick fixes and improvements by the owner.
Elizabeth
Verified
2/10 Terrible
CV C.
10 Nov 2025
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Most disgusting property we ever stayed in. The place is infested with roaches mainly in the kitchen. As we enter the property the roaches met you at the kitchen doorway. The home owners or cleaners knew they had roaches because there were RAID roach sprays under the sink. Unfortunately, moving to a hotel or another house was not possible because they were sold out due to many events happening during the weekend. I contacted the owners George and Kathleen and George responded by saying; "Carrie, I’m so sorry to hear about that. Yes of course please do whatever you need to and allow me to reimburse you for it." We got 2 Home Defense gallon sprays and also a grill since there was no grill. They reimburse for those items. We sprayed from day one till our departure and the roaches kept coming out. It was so bad that my cousin and his dog left after the second day due to a roach was crawling in his bed. I sent pictures/videos, I contacted the owners asking for half of our money back to compensate for our horrible experience and they would not compensate due to the 4 out of 5 people stayed. I reached out to Vrbo Customer Service Support (what a joke) and they were no help. Sayam was the first rep that I spoke with and he promised to contact me after 24-48 hours. Sayam never responded. I called after three days and spoke with Vincent and again he never responded and he claimed the case was being escalated to the "Relevant Team." They never responded. PLEASE DO NOT STAY HERE RUN!!
First off, if you want to be on the beach, you cannot be any closer! Walk out the door, turn left and you are almost on the beach. The downside - this is an older house that has not had much in the way of updates. Good things - great parking. The living area is great. It is open with good seating, new TV. There are only 2 small bathrooms, not updated, one without electric outlets. The master has a great view of the beach, but it and the bedroom next to it are very cool compared to the living area (we visited in winter). There are other minor issues - the light fixture in the dining room had only 1 of 3 bulbs working with none in the house to replace them (the property manager did offer to come over and replace them very quickly when we mentioned it). The dishwasher doesn’t fit well in the cabinet space in the kitchen. It requires some manipulation to open or close the door.
In short, great location for beach access in a nice, quiet area. Great gathering area. But an outdated home with minor annoyances throughout.
We had an enjoyable stay for a long weekend. While listed as rustic, we felt dated would be a better description. As well as noting that there were many cosmetic repairs to be done. Broken windows fixed with duct tape, broken fridge drawers fixed with various kinds of tape. Trim pieces falling off the baseboard heaters.
In general the house was clean (floors, surfaces, baths and kitchen) however we did notice dust/dirt covering light bulbs and fixtures.
We did have some trouble keeping the master bedroom warm on a cold windy night because of the air coming in around the window a/c unit but some towels shoved around it helped some.
Beautiful deck off the back with a wonderful view. Just disappointed that there was no seating out there to really enjoy it.
While listed as family friendly - I would have felt uncomfortable having my toddlers with us due to the number of "broken" things they could get into and damage further.
Overall we had a lovely time, the owner gave excellent check in instructions via a message, and had excellent instructions printed at the house for amenities and checking out. The house fit us all very well - no shortage of bed space, and we would absolutely stay here again.
Water was lovely but home needs repairs! Home is not safe- fire in basement from faulty electrical
We rented this property for 2 weeks. We plan a summer trip every year, after looking at numerous properties and units we decided on this one as the reviews seemed pretty positive. Mind you we also paid in full a year in advance. We arrived saturday afternoon and upon first inspection we realized the home desperately needed repairs. It was listed as a handicapped friendly home but the door has no railing, and there was also a small flight of stairs to use the bathroom and showers. The showers were dirty and black mold was visable in both showers. The toilet in one bathroom shook when sitting on it. It was very unstable. The sink had no hot water - which was later resolved but it constantly ran and the sink also had a mold mildew issue.
The kitchen although outdated was decent with plenty of room to cook and eat. There was not enough silverware for 12- and we had 10. Also pots and pans were minimal we actually went to walmart and purchased pots, pans and silverware. We also used paper plates as there were not enough plates for all of us.
Air conditioning units worked well but filters were nasty and not clean as well as the units all had mold and mildew.
Tiffany g.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Ian C.
16 Nov 2022
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great size and location but keep your suitcase shut
The house is quite roomy and in a great location. Literally steps from a great, quiet beach. The description is quite accurate and it's a nice functional space. Definitely could use a handyman and a weekend to get it into a much better shape but you should already know that from the descriptions and photos. Now for the downside: I had an issue with the house which pushed us to cut our trip short and leave a day early. I messaged the host and they did not reply. I didn't ask for a refund or different accommodation but I am surprised that an issue serious enough for a guest to leave your house didn't warrant a follow up from this host. But until that disappointing end we had a great trip to the beach.
The property is waterfront, but also has a plot a sand the kiddos have to cross before the ocean, which was a huge piece of mind for safety. The property manager is also awesome! Highly recommend for any family looking for a beach vacation!
We loved our stay at the home! Easy access, great location and wonderful home with lots of space! We loved the back deck as well.
Nothing fancy, but still a great home! Would recommend :)
I would recommend the property manager repair the wooden landing to the beach.
We enjoyed our stay, the view was wonderful and the deck off the back was nice. Our son loved the sand! This is an older home that needs some updates but that’s the rustic charm as described.
Plenty of room and very comfortable. Family members came to visit us on Christmas Day and enjoyed their visit. They lived in Norfolk so they didn’t stay at the house but easily could have. The house can easily handle 10 plus overnight guests.
We loved how close we were to the water, our house was clean. How ever we felt that the basement space was not usable do to the musty/ wet smell. Overall a good experience
My family really enjoyed this property. The house was clean. It is not the Hilton. It is a simple, older style house with a lot of room. You could sleep ten in here easily. There was a bassinette which was very helpful for our two year old son. The ocean is only 100 feet away, and it was not crowded. My wife was worried reading a few of the ratings. We found them to be very inaccurate. You can't please everyone. Thank you for sharing your home with us.