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On the beach
Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Smart TV, fireplace
Smart TV, fireplace

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Norfolk, VA
  • Place, Norfolk Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Oceanview Fishing Pier
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Sarah Constant Shrine Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Norfolk

Located in Willoughby Spit within a 5-minute walk of Norfolk Beaches, this cottage is within a 15-minute stroll of Chesapeake Bay. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Norfolk Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Oceanview Fishing Pier - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Sarah Constant Shrine Beach - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Naval Station Norfolk - 6 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Old Dominion University - 12 min drive - 9.2 miles

Getting around

  • Newport News Station - 20 min drive
  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Firehouse Subs - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Swell - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Historic Beach Side Getaway - Pet Friendly, Wi-Fi, Just Steps to the Beach

Come enjoy our Historic single level Beach Side Cottage. This home is one of the original Ocean View Cottages built in the 1950's. We feature 2 Master Bedrooms with Queen size beds and 3 Twin beds in the 3rd bedroom for the kids. Additional sleepers (little ones) can sleep on the couches if needed.

We have high speed WiFi and a large 75 inch Smart TV for your streaming entertainment.

This Historic property was originally built in 1950. It is one of the few original flat top houses that still survives in this Chesapeake Bay neighborhood. Everything is on one level. We have a large yard that can easily handle parking for multiple vehicles including boat or travel trailers.

We have a beautiful fireplace and warm radiator heat that immediately takes away the chill.

Our full size kitchen is stocked and ready to prepare your meals if dining in. We have two dining tables to accommodate larger groups. We also have two bathrooms with showers, Both recently renovated.

We are located right on a public beach access. No roads to cross, just walk out the door and you have a 90 second walk to our wonderful Chesapeake Bay beach. We are not far from the Ocean View Fishing Pier.

Parking is right outside your door and we also have a combination door lock, so that you can check yourself in and out at your leisure.

We are pet friendly with a small pet fee of $99.

The unit comes with a charcoal grill, which is located under cover in the lattice covered terrace or porch.
Our large kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need if you choose to prepare your own meals.

If you have a boat or watercraft, bring it! We have plenty of parking space and are close to a very nice public boat ramp.

Even with a thorough modernization the property is a historical home that is now over 70 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. Our bathrooms are not as large as modern built, but even so, we hope that you will love our older and charming home.

This is a Family/Residential unit and area. No loud music or noise. Quiet hours begin at 9 PM.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 5 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is outdoors only; on patio and porches

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive lockbox information
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

If available: Early Check-In $75 for 1 PM Late Check-Out $75 for 1 PM
Pet Rules: Pet Fee is $99 per pet All Pets must be house trained and stay off of bedding/furniture If not disclosed prior to your stay, fee is $300
Check Out is 10 AM A fee of $45 per hour is charged beginning at 10:05 AM - We can not keep the cleaners waiting. Thank you.

Access methods

Lockbox

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 5 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: $99 Fee per Pet

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed
For Family gatherings and quiet events only

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is outdoors only; on patio and porches

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: For Family gatherings and quiet events only
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Note from host: For Family gatherings and quiet events only
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Historic Cottage Bay Norfolk
Historic Cottage Bay
Historic Bay Norfolk
Historic Side Getaway Norfolk
Historic Beach Side Getaway Cottage
Historic Beach Side Getaway Norfolk
Historic Beach Side Getaway Cottage Norfolk

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this cottage?

This cottage is situated in Willoughby Spit within a 10-minute walk of Chesapeake Bay and Norfolk Beaches. Ocean View Beach is also within a driving distance of 2.3 mi.

Is there parking available at this cottage?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What do couples enjoy most about Historic Beach Side Getaway - Pet Friendly, Wi-Fi, Just Steps to the Beach?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront cottage include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at Historic Beach Side Getaway - Pet Friendly, Wi-Fi, Just Steps to the Beach?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

How close is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF), which is 9.5 mi away (14 minutes by car). Another top airport is Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF), which is located 19.5 mi away (25-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Historic Beach Side Getaway - Pet Friendly, Wi-Fi, Just Steps to the Beach?

Yes, every accommodation at Historic Beach Side Getaway - Pet Friendly, Wi-Fi, Just Steps to the Beach comes with a deck.

Historic Beach Side Getaway - Pet Friendly, Wi-Fi, Just Steps to the Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 108 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Penny E N.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was clean and easily accessible.Well equipped kitchen.Nice balcony off Master bedroom for morning coffee.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Meg W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
The host notified us the day (Thanksgiving Day) we were to check in that he was cancelling our reservation. This created quite an ordeal - finding availability on Thanksgiving day proved a challenge we could not overcome. We ended up sleeping on our son's living room floor - 4 of us for 2 nights and leaving a day early.To make matters worse, despite the host's promise for a full refund, a full week later, we still haven't been refunded. He ruined a family gathering that had been much anticipated. I do not recommend this host unless you enjoy being disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was very comfortable and clean. It didn't give me the shudders like a lot of beach houses do!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean C.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Angelo M., Lakeland

Disliked: Cleanliness
Musty smell in house. Paint chip was coming off of baseboard. Wash cloth was dingy. Outside of place not clean. Old sofa turned upside down on porch. Very old place with tenant on the other side. Didn’t even stay had to find a hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Older property , plenty of space ,
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kari B.

We enjoyed our stay. The carpet was stained (but vacuumed well), but it’s what you can expect from a place that allows pets. The layout is a bit unique with at least 4 exterior doors, though only two you are suppose to be able to use. The light in the carport stays on 25/7 and shines into the one bedroom so we had to hang a towel to block it at night. The WiFi was spotty and the router was located in the second smaller unit of the house that we did not have access to so the owner needed to ask the other tenants to reset it. The house is 3 houses back from the beach, but it’s a very short walk. Our dogs loved being allowed on the beach before 10am and after 6pm. We mainly ate out so I cannot speak to cooking in this units beyond using the microwave and fridge. They have a coffee pot and individually packed coffee pouches to use which is thoughtful. They have sheets and towels, hand soap and toilet paper plus some basic beach gear we could use. The owner was responsive and accommodating when we had questions. The beads were comfortable. I would recommend this property if you are planning to spend most of out and about. This is not a high luxury property but very nice if you are looking for something low key and utilitarian.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hosts were very accommodating & the location is great. Beds were great & I slept wonderfully. Window AC units in each room make it very comfortable. Plenty of beds for large groups (but check about extra charges. I am not sure why, but we were charged an extra person charge of 120 But there were only six of us.) This is a long review but I think there’s a lot to share. Please read all of it. My purpose is to make sure people are aware of what they are getting when they book. This home was a shock to us at first but felt more comfortable the longer we stayed (4 nights). We’ve travelled a lot with a different vacation rental company. This was our first time with VRBO. Our previous experiences have been a lot different than it was with this property. When we first walked in, we were all disappointed as it felt very gloomy (not a lot of lighting or windows) and very dated (which we knew it would be). Things just felt thrown together, mismatched curtains, throw pillows, broken furniture, etc. all of our previous experiences were in homes meticulously maintained, and decorated. They felt luxurious. This felt far from those experiences. BUT THIS WAS SEVERAL HUNDRED CHEAPER a night than our previous beach homes. We were able to do what we needed (cook, sleep, bathe and relax), play games at the table as a family,and quickly get to the beach. Since I can't write a book, this reference might help: felt like a Motel 6 stay vs a Hilton or Marriott stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Darlene H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you’re looking for a place for you to have a safe space with your family, young or old, with all the amenities that you would want from your own home this is it. If you’re a veteran, there’s multitude of bases nearby with commissary’s to get groceries for the week to help the budget.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A very short walk to the beach. Literally across a pier right onto the sand. Quiet at night. Convenient parking. Comfortable bedding and sofas. Spacious common areas if entertaining four or more family members.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter Fun

It's a cute house, just steps away from the beach. We had a great time enjoying all the sights around town and beach during our trip. They had everything we needed to enjoy our stay...Our host was awesome and communicated with me about everything
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kristin B.

We had a good time

The place was in a great location and having everything on one floor was a huge benefit as one of the guests is disabled. The place could use some updates but other than that it was nice! The owner was very responsive to our needs and got right back to us if we had any question! If we ever go back, we would consider this place again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith W.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great spot to get away!

The hosts were awesome, the house was very comfortable, beach access was perfect. We will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott G., Hudson Falls

Liked: Cleanliness

50 ft to the ocean and nobody complain about dogs there

Great place to stay with pets and family
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott G., Hudson Falls

Liked: Cleanliness

Short vacation

I love staying at this property. Very short walk to the beach, plenty of room for parking 3 vehicles. House is big enough so you have little kids plenty of room for them to run around in the house
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott G., Hudson Falls

Liked: Cleanliness

Wide open house

Short walk to the beach kids and the dogs loved that short distance. Once owners were great to deal with
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kelly M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointed to say the least

The location was great, close to the beach. Besides the house being very run down, there were ants in the kitchen. i contacted the owners immediately and did not get a response until the next day. they said someone would be out to spray at noon, but no one showed up. The silverware, especially the potato peeler had food caked on it. It is advertised as a fully stocked kitchen, but was lacked essential cook/bakeware. There were no electrical outlets in the bathroom. The curtain rods were barely hanging, i tried to open curtains and it fell on me. Advertised to sleep 10, but additional charges apply for each person over the amount of 4.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness

We really enjoyed this property.

We loved this property. Nothing fancy, but had everything that we needed. Very close to the beach, plenty of parking, we liked the little porch area that went around the property and the birds went crazy every morning in the trees that surrounded (which I enjoyed!) Our family visited daily while we were there, and I actually enjoyed the minimal decor. I didn’t have any fears of anything being knocked off or broken. Lots of really good local restaurants close by, which we enjoyed. Check in and check out we’re both very easy. My only recommendation would be to update the window treatments. They were all a little miss matched, and outdated, that’s just a personal preference, and would not keep me from staying there again. We loved watching the ships go out and the Navy helicopters. Great location and short distance to Norfolk airport.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

TAMMY H., Faison, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Stay

Honestly very nice on the inside. (The outside could use some sprucing up or updating) but overall very nice on the inside, clean (which is very important to me), nice location, and spacious. You are right beside the public access to the water. So very close to the ocean. Our family had a great time and it worked wonderful for our family of 7. The only thing that I could say that you needed was small tv’s in the bedrooms and mirrors in the bedroom. With a big family like ours when it was time to get ready to go somewhere and you got a shower and got out and went to your room to get ready so the next person could get a shower. Mirrors would’ve been a big help doing hair and makeup. So make sure to bring a vanity mirror with you!! Other than that GREAT STAY!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luis V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend in Norfolk

My wife, and my in-laws stayed here for a weekend and it was great! It’s located close to a lot of activities and the place itself was great! It had plenty of space and was very clean. It was a very short walk to the beach and accommodating 5 people easily. I would recommend it to any family!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Thanksgiving Ever!

The Property met our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Donovan

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is as described. Right near the beach, which is gorgeous. The rooms are very accommodating and spacious. The bathrooms are sufficient as well. Not gonna lie, little expensive for two nights but was sufficient for what we needed. Close to the base so we were greatly surprised to find accommodations so close.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute place🥰

First off let me start by saying that we didn’t go for the beach. We went to see my son who is in the Navy. The side of the house that we stayed on was big! Had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The showers are on the small side but you just do what you need to do and get out. The location was great for us, just minutes from base and only about 30-40 mins from Virginia Beach. We visited the beach that was just a short walk from the rental and…. Well, I wouldn’t want to go there for a day at the beach… I will say that! If you are used to fancy, this place isn’t for you. This is a historical decent size house with everything you need to get by. We enjoyed our stay and Kathleen was easy to communicate with! Will stay again if available next time we come up!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

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