Chesapeake Bay Cottage, Private Pool, Pier and Kayaks

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3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

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Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Bohannon, VA

Yorktown Beach
‪40 min drive‬
Busch Gardens Williamsburg
‪54 min drive‬
Water Country USA
‪56 min drive‬
Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)
‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

First floor

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Relax in this fabulous waterfront cottage, Puerto Del Sol, with panoramic views of the North River and the Mobjack Bay.

In the morning with a cup of coffee you can enjoy watching the activities of the local watermen pulling their crab pots from the comfort of your screen porch.

With your private pier daily activities can include swimming, crabbing and fishing. It also provides a place for you to tie up your jet ski or small boat. If swimming in the bay isn't your cup of tea there is always your private pool to enjoy.

In the early evening the spectacular sunsets can be enjoyed from the sunroom, screen porch or pier. While the views at Puerto Del Sol are breathtaking the interior is warm and comfortable. The living room is large with ample seating space, a fireplace, TV and VCR/DVD combination player. There is also a sun room across the back of the home for additional living space with another TV . There is a first floor master bedroom suite with private bath which is furnished with a queen-size bed, also has a TV. The additional two bedrooms are upstairs, one with a queen bed and the other with two twin beds. These rooms share a full bath. Bring your own linens.

There are three areas for you to enjoy your meals. The dining area inside which is furnished with an antique pine table, the screen porch has a glass top wrought iron table and the pool area has an additional table with umbrella.

We provide everything that you need for a relaxing vacation including a fully equipped kitchen, games, puzzles and books.

Mathews County is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy being in a peaceful environment. It also provides recreational, cultural and sightseeing opportunities. Whether you want to play golf, visit Williamsburg and Busch Gardens, charter a fishing boat or play tennis, all are just a short ride away.

From June through August we only accept 7 night rentals Saturday to Saturday.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No diving in the pool, the deep end is not deep enough. No diving from the dock.

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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

North

Located in Westville, this cottage is on the waterfront. Gloucester Golf Club and Piankatank River Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Main Street Center and Walter Reed Plaza. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Bohannon, VA

What's nearby

Riverside Walter Reed Hospital - 26 min drive - 23.9 km
Deltaville Marina - 34 min drive - 30.8 km
Yorktown Beach - 40 min drive - 43.7 km
Busch Gardens Williamsburg - 54 min drive - 60.2 km
Water Country USA - 56 min drive - 60.1 km

Getting around

Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

‪Shun Xing Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
‪Linda's Diner - ‬16 min drive
‪Hardee's - ‬17 min drive
‪Southwind Pizza - ‬16 min drive
‪Mi Casa Azteca Mexican Restaurant & Cantina - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Chesapeake Bay Cottage, Private Pool, Pier and Kayaks have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Chesapeake Bay Cottage, Private Pool, Pier and Kayaks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Chesapeake Bay Cottage, Private Pool, Pier and Kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chesapeake Bay Cottage, Private Pool, Pier and Kayaks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Chesapeake Bay Cottage, Private Pool, Pier and Kayaks located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 16 miles (25 km) of Gwynn's Island Musuem, Fairfield Foundation and Main Street Center. Gloucester Public Library and Gloucester Museum of History are also within 16 miles (25 km).

9.8

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Allan C., Edinburgh, UK

24 Jun 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage in an idyllic location

The cottage is in an idyllic location next to the bay with its own dock which is great for watching the wildlife and amazing sunsets. The cottage has all the facilities you require and Patti went out her way to make sure we were settled and everything was as expected. The pool was a refreshing haven in the 30C(85F) heat along with the air con in the cottage. There are lots to see and explore in the area with restaurants close by in Mathews and Gloucester. Slightly further away you get to the main colonial areas of Williamsburg, Jamestown and Yorktown. Busch Gardens is at Willamsburg if you need an alternative to the historical sights. Even further there is VA Beach which is a few miles long with a great sandy beach, though the traffic can be busy through the tunnel. In summary you have the option of staying at the cottage kayaking, crabbing, relaxing by the pool, soaking up the views or using it as a base to explore the area. We tried both and loved the cottage and the area.

Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

18 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

We had a fun and relaxing time. Crabbing was excellent, the pool was fun and the view was beautiful!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

3 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location on the river

Great property for our family of 5. We enjoyed hanging by the pool and on the dock. Our favorite thing to do was watching the rays swim by.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee M.

3 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay!

Our family of 4 and our 2 friends absolutely loved the house! We spent each day in the pool, fishing, kayaking, hanging out in the screened in porch, and relaxing in the room overlooking the water. I the location was great, easy drive to Mathew’s for groceries, ice cream, and dinner. Great communication with the host, easy check-in and home was just as the pictures show. We can’t wait to return!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

17 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Our vacation was nothing short of amazing! Just what we needed for a relaxing week. Everything from checking in to the home decor. Rooms are spacious. Kitchen had everything we could need. Fishing and crabbing off the pier, swimming in the pool and the sunsets take your breath away. We enjoyed every minute and we had toddler, teenager and adults. Enough to entertain everyone We can’t thank you enough for sharing your home with us. We 1000 % recommend to anyone

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jen k.

7 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a week in Virginia!

What a week in Virginia, My family of 6 stayed at your house and had the most wonderful time. The house was very warm and inviting. We could not have asked for a better place to get away from our busy lives in NYC. The pool was enjoyed by everyone every day, especially by my two younger ones. We enjoyed the wonderful river with a dock that allowed us to fish, kayak & crab. Thank you for providing the crab cages. What a wonderful gift. We ate blue crab every night and a few fish. We would highly recommend this house if one is seeking a place with everything one needs for a time of enjoyable solitude from the hustle of life. Thank you again for the wonderful accommodations. We hope to return again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

4 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Labor Day Break

The property was lovely-very peaceful and quiet, with a lot of bird life. The boys fished off of kayaks and off of the dock, and my husband caught a huge red drum. We used the crab traps. Swam in the pool. The nicest vacation we have had in some time.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce F., Amelia Court House

6 Aug 2023

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Vacation 2023

We really enjoyed our stay. The home is so nicely appointed and just the quietness was so wonderful. We do plan to come again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie F.

18 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Wow!! This place was everything we wanted and more.. Clean and inviting felt like we were at home.. Being right on the bay was so relaxing.. Pool was great..

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jono W.

8 Jul 2023

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A week at the Rivah

Nice house. Beautiful spot.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Walter H.

1 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

The house is very nice and beautiful view of the river. We appreciated the thoughtful amenities of well stocked kitchen and some toiletries. We enjoyed the town of Mathew’s and the closeness of historical sites.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alfonse J.

29 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

peace and quiet

The house is very nice the photos dont do it justice . Its a place to get away from it all. I highly recommend this location !

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie S.

16 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay

We had such a lovely stay at this beautiful home! My husband andI brought my parents and our son and nephew, so a total of 6 of us and 3 generations. The house was just as it was listed and fit us all perfectly. We spent almost every waking hour on the dock or in the screened porch. The view was so incredible. We were so lucky to be there over the most perfect crisp and sunny fall weekend. The pool was too cold but we knew that may be the case and still appreciated that Patti left it open for us. The kitchen was so well stocked. We only left one day to take a drive around and visit "town.". Otherwise we just relaxed, fished, crabbed, read, played cards, grilled and enjoyed some family time. Thank you Patti and Glenn for opening your home up and being so easy to reach. We only had a few questions, but we heard back each time almost immediately! I would highly recommend this home and these lovely owners. Thank you and we hope to be back!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

tom m.

10 Oct 2022

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Mathews river hiuse

Our family spent a long weekend, This is a great spot, beautiful water view. Private pier, great for relaxation, fishing And time with family

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Michelle D.

2 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Sunsets

We had a nice vacation at this house. The pier was our favorite spot and we caught a lot of fish including a small shark! The pool was nice, but around 20 small crabs would get in there every night so we would spend a lot of time catching them before we could swim. We loved the little town of Matthews and ate their often.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luna N.

12 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place for a long weekend!

This place was clean with a well - stocked kitchen (appliances). We did a lot of cooking and relaxing and being on the lake was just absolutely beautiful. My mom said she hadn't felt so relaxed or slept so well in a long time. It was a trip to spend with my parents so I'm super happy they also enjoyed it so much! Lots of nature trails close by and also not too far from town whenever we needed supplies.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gina W.

11 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely spot

The location is beautiful. Had a great time relaxing in the pool. House is overall very nice. A first aid kit would be a useful addition.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

28 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Little Piece of Heaven

We absolutely loved this rental and hope to rent it again. The photos don't do it justice. The river is peaceful and the sunsets are spectacular. The pool is perfect to take a dip in after soaking up rays on the water while fishing for crab. If you are looking for quiet, views, water and a beautiful home, this is the place to go.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jen G., Philadelphia, PA

23 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The R&R We Needed

We found this property through a random VRBO search months ago and drove quite a ways to get there, so we weren't sure exactly what to expect. From the house to the pool to the dock, it was perfect! We took day trips to Williamsburg and Busch Gardens, but also explored the Mathews area and local beaches. After each excursion, we were excited to get back to the pool and to the dock in time for sunset. Ahhh those sunsets...I'll be thinking about them during the dark winter months. The owner, Patti, was helpful and responsive. I highly recommend this home if you're looking for a relaxing getaway far from the crowds.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Sarah C.

13 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation in August

Overall this was a good home for our family vacation. We were looking for a place where we could be on the water to re-live our childhood memories of crabbing and being on the bay. The pool was also important to help entertain our kids. The home was as pictured but beware there is a reason the bathrooms aren’t pictured. They are very dated and are in need of updating. Most of the home was very clean but the home is tired overall. We had to do a deep clean in the kitchen after we found one too many gross things in the drawers and fridge despite it looking clean on counters and surfaces. The bedrooms were very ample size and setup. The beds are not very comfortable but tolerable for a week. The pool has just been redone and is in good shape. The water was nice and warm! We did have issues with water being cloudy and even slightly green everyday until our last day. The owner was good about working with the pool company to have it resolved but it was just a bummer that we didn’t feel comfortable having our kids swim in it during a portion of our week. By far the best part of this home is the sunsets on the dock and crabbing. We got 74 crabs in 5 days! Lastly, just a fair warning that this home is very rural. We didn’t realize exactly how far away you are from any conveniences until we didn’t more specific research on the area a couple weeks before our trip. If you want to be away from everything this would be a great spot (we literally only saw 7 boats and 1 person from the house all week) but if you like to go out to eat or be close to stores, medical care, entertainment options you will be disappointed.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas G.

2 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Getaway!

We had a fabulous time staying at this beautiful river home! Everything was so lovingly decorated, clean and stocked with all our needs! We can't wait to return to the gorgeous setting with the incredible sunsets :) Thank you so much, Ms. Patti!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan P.

23 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can’t wait to come back

Had the most amazing vacation! Woke up every morning to a few crabs in the pot caught stingrays, sea trout, saw turtles, dolphins and bald eagles. Went kayaking, enjoyed the pool, went to the cute town of Mathew’s and enjoyed some local resultants. Will definitely be booking another trip soon!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ronny L., Boothwyn, PA 19061

16 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful sunsets

Very relaxing. Property has everything you can imagine and the kitchen fully equipped.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

9 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Gem

We were looking for a property to relax and recharge as a family. This was perfect! It was very clean and well stocked with supplies. The neighborhood was so quiet; we felt as if we were the only ones there. The kids loved the pool and looking at fish and crabs on the dock. Highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

-Linda F.

3 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful vaca

We so enjoyed the beautiful sunsets from the dock at this home. The lovely view and laid backed time was a just what we had hoped for.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

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