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Laid-Back Lakefront Luxury Near Bay & Beach: Welcome To Wiseacre!

Lakefront holiday home with water park and Hot tub

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Relax in the expansive 800 sf great room or rejuvenate on 3 acres of landscaped grounds directly on Lake Whitehurst at Wiseacre Estate. With a gourmet kitchen, hot tub, and all-season porch, this Coastal Virginia retreat offers endless ways to unwind. Enjoy curated furnishings and an evolving art collection throughout the Mid-Century Modern pad.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12372 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is AU$499
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Laid-Back Lakefront Luxury Near Bay & Beach: Welcome To Wiseacre!

Just say no to another generic bare-bones short-term rental.
Welcome to Wiseacre Estate, an expansive Coastal Virginia retreat reminiscent of 1950s Las Vegas.

This whimsical 4,000 sf Mid-Century Modern pad provides a relaxing escape from the rat race, with 2 guest bedrooms & en-suite bath, a cavernous 800 sf great room, gourmet kitchen, dining table for 8, hot tub, porch & patios, all on one level. Rejuvenate on 3 acres of landscaped grounds directly on Lake Whitehurst (freshwater fishing).

> Our award-winning short-term rental is a HOME-SHARE. This means your Superhost lives at the property. I am typically in my office, allowing you access to all spaces. Think of it like having a butler on-call in a fully stocked home. Please see our 495+ five-star reviews.

> 2 private bedrooms with queen beds, one with smart TV. They share an updated jack & jill bath w/step-in shower. Additional sleeping options for large families and groups available in the Great Room.
> Full use of kitchen & appliances. Coffee & tea.
> Hot Tub within all-season porch (robes & towels provided), 2 outdoor terraces.
> Keyless self-entry, WiFi, unlimited off-street parking. Amazon Alexa.
> Curated furnishings, vintage collectibles and an ever-evolving art collection.
> 420-friendly. Space outdoors to enjoy.

> LOCATION: Virginia Beach oceanfront is a 15-minute drive. 5 minutes to Chesapeake Bay; Richmond 90 minutes door to door; DC is 3 hours away.

> FREE entrance to Norfolk Botanical Garden for up to 6 guests!

PLEASE NOTE
> NO VISITORS to the home other than those booked overnight, without discussing before arrival.
> Guests only. NO WEDDINGS OR EVENTS.
> Sorry, Wiseacre is no longer pet-friendly. Too many howling dogs with social anxiety.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Allowed outdoors on terrace, patio. 420-friendly

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,000 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

This is a home-share, meaning I live in the home and am present during your stay. Think of it as having a butler/facilities manager on call.
Only guests booked via VRBO are allowed on the property, unless discussed with your host.

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Note from host: Pets allowed on a case by case basis. Extra fee.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
Events must be discussed w/host before booking.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Allowed outdoors on terrace, patio. 420-friendly

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: Events must be discussed w/host before booking.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

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Norfolk, VA

What's nearby

  • Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Norfolk Botanical Garden - 8 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Norfolk Premium Outlets - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Naval Station Norfolk - 15 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Old Dominion University - 18 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • Military Highway Station - 12 min drive
  • Norfolk Station - 16 min drive
  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dirty Buffalo - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪COVA Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪James River Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Local @ ORF - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Poppa's Pub & Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Laid-Back Lakefront Luxury Near Bay & Beach: Welcome To Wiseacre! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Laid-Back Lakefront Luxury Near Bay & Beach: Welcome To Wiseacre!?

As of 5 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Laid-Back Lakefront Luxury Near Bay & Beach: Welcome To Wiseacre! on 20 Oct 2025 start from AU$499.05, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Laid-Back Lakefront Luxury Near Bay & Beach: Welcome To Wiseacre!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Laid-Back Lakefront Luxury Near Bay & Beach: Welcome To Wiseacre!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Laid-Back Lakefront Luxury Near Bay & Beach: Welcome To Wiseacre! located?

This family-friendly Norfolk holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Hampton Roads Agricultural Research and Extension Center and Norfolk Botanical Garden. Nauticus and Little Creek Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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