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On the beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Smart TV
Dining

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Beach Front on the Bay - Pet Friendly, WiFi, 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.

Please understand that once a reservation has been made, we do not revisit/refund if you have reduced the number of guests or have chosen to not travel with your pet. Quiet hours begin at 9 PM.

This is a Family/Residential unit and area. No loud music or noise.

Property manager

Kathleen

Languages

English

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

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Please smoke outside only

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

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 - must be house trained

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 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

Property is also known as

Front On The Bay In Our Rustic
Beach Front on the Bay in our Rustic Beach Cottage Cottage
Beach Front on the Bay in our Rustic Beach Cottage Norfolk

About the area

Map
Norfolk, VA

What's nearby

  • Norfolk Beaches - 2 min walk
  • Ocean View Beach - 3 min drive
  • Norfolk Botanical Garden - 7 min drive
  • Naval Station Norfolk - 9 min drive
  • Norfolk Premium Outlets - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Norfolk Station - 21 min drive
  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Azalea Inn Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cap'n Rons Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach Front on the Bay - Pet Friendly, WiFi, Parking, Large Water front Deck pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at Beach Front on the Bay - Pet Friendly, WiFi, 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, WiFi, Parking, Large Water front Deck?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beach Front on the Bay - Pet Friendly, WiFi, Parking, Large Water front Deck located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cottage Line holiday home is steps from Norfolk Beaches and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Ocean View Beach. Little Creek Beach and Oceanview Fishing Pier are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Beach Front on the Bay - Pet Friendly, WiFi, Parking, Large Water front Deck Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 42 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

3.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Kishor

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tiffany g.

Disliked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Travelled with group
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.

8/10 Good

steven m.

cottage line
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Front
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.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ocean Getaway
Perfect place to stay about 20 minutes from Virginia Beach. Had a great time. Ty to the Host.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Christi P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic, comfortable bay getaway
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent! Would definitely stay again!
Kathleen is such a great host! And very accommodating to our group. What a beautiful spot on the beach. Very cozy. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Ian C.

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place for a family vacation
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the home and location!
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clyde B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location was great
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Right on the beach
Loved being able to walk right out on the beach each morning.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Marshall B.

Rustic beach house
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Roomy and accommodating
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

christine k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Walking distance to the bay
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
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynne A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Friendly
Lots of space for family. No packing up to go to the beach. You are there. Quiet neighborhood. The home is older but clean and cozy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Celebrate 50
Great experience! Right on the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sally D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Cottage for Family
Rustic Beach Cottage is what we were looking for our family vacation. Able to be on the sand & water in minutes. Great family time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful beach
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claude R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend house for the guys
I spent the weekend here with my guys and it was fantastic. Pretty simple house, not fancy but it has everything we need for a good weekend at the beach, and for a fair price. Would definitely return here in the future.

4/10 Poor

Kerrie R.

The view was the only plus
The house was located right on the beach, which was great, but the house itself was very disappointing for what we were charged. You rent a house expecting to have all the essentials in the kitchen, but the kitchen was pathetic! The owners really need to invest in some plates, glasses and some utensils and perhaps put some money into the house by doing some updates. The dishwasher bottom rack was broken, the drawers in the fridge were broken, the ice machine was broken, the sinks in both bathrooms had issues and the steps leading to the basement are just an accident waiting to happen. And beware if you are allergic to bees (my daughter is) and there are nests under the deck. The owners would know this if they spent anytime cleaning up the property. The plus and only plus to this house was that it was right on the beach and had a great view. I'm sick over what I what I paid, for just a view. Yes, there were pictures, but the pictures didn't show all the broken items and how run down the house is. We were a party of 7, so going out to dinner every night was not an option, but cooking in the kitchen was painful. If you plan to rent you should pack as if you were going camping. I was not as prepared. Lower what you are charging, because you are robbing people out of their hard earned money.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary getaway
My husband and I wanted to spend the weekend away. We brought our dog too. It is right on the beach over a sand dune. The beach is quiet and private. The rental was perfect for us! Clean and perfect if you plan to spend most of the time at the beach. The deck was also very nice and we used it in the evenings. Will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

2/10 Terrible

Tiffani B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
This property was unclean and dusty. At arrival we had to clean ourselves which is unacceptable.
Very unclean and outdated with rusty ac units, dusty curtains and unfinished flooring. Groundsmen gave hard time even though parking instructions were given prior to arrival.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

christy q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Right on the beach! Best vacation we have ever had as a family. The house had everything we needed. I sure hope to book this place yearly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021