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Cozy cottage on the Chesapeake Bay

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Interior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Hallieford, VA
  • Place, Cobbs Creek Arts Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Gwynn's Island Museum
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Deltaville Marina
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy cottage on the Chesapeake Bay

Quiet peaceful home by the Chesapeake Bay. Wooded area with Loblolly pines and oak trees. Beautiful walking areas. Bird watchers dream...Bald eagles, Osprey, bluebirds, martins, buntings, woodpeckers, swans, geese, ducks, and migratory birds. Incredible views of the Chesapeake Bay at the mouth of the Pianktank.

Wake up to the sun rising along the bay and relax watching the sunset on the bay. Can go fishing off the dock. A small grill is available for cooking near the picnic table. The area is full of mariner history back to Captain John Smith visiting Gywn's Island. The charming area still thrives from oysters and crab watermen. Water activities nearby. Be sure not to miss the local markets and seafood festivals

Fully equipped kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Gwynn's Island Museum. You'll find features such as laundry facilities. The holiday home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 7 minutes by car from Cobbs Creek Arts Center and 14 minutes from Bay School Community Arts Center
As a guest of Cozy cottage on the Chesapeake Bay, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets 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.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible parking space
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Place towels in laundry basket or showers.

Place trash in large blue “Ambrose” trash can and place blue container at edge of driveway for pickup by Ambrose trash truck.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Feel free to use the dock in front of the house. Please return any chairs that you take to the dock. Do not use the neighbor's dock to the right.

Please take all your trash out and put it in the large blue AMBROSE trash can. Pick-up is Wednesday morning at 0900.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Cozy cottage on the Chesapeake Bay Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 54 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a wonderful house, incredible views, and very nice community. Glenda was wonderful, checked in with us before and after check in. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is not fancy but is clean, comfortable and wonderful! The view - waterfront is amazing! We spent most of our time on the dock, reading, bird watching (there is an osprey nest right there and was so much fun to watch), happy hour, etc.! The sunrises and sunsets were incredible! You can see both from the dock! We had good late lunches on Gwens Island, in Mathews, and in Deltaville! Ate some great raw oysters!! Wish I could live here!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Drew G.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was clean and had everything we needed for a long weekend getaway. Outside had chairs and a picnic table. Dock was nice to fish off of but we had no luck.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Beata S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house. Beautiful location. We had everything what we need.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed a relaxing anniversary weekend. Did some window shopping in Kilmarnock and enjoyed great seafood at a number of area spots. The house was a comfortable home base for our excursions and a great place to watch the wind/rain on a lazy Sunday afternoon.
View from the picnic table in the yard
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti J.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was amazing the view and house it wonderful. Can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allyson B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful trip to the coast

The property was easy to find using the directions provided by the host. The house was very clean and had everything and more that we could need. The view is definitely the star of the show. It was absolutely beautiful. We had a wonderful stay and would love to go back again someday!!
Sunset from the dock
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenni J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the new couches! It made the home way more comfortable. Had a problem with Roku but Glenda worked with my daughter to get it fixed. Can't beat the view!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love this house

the week was HOT!!! (100 degrees) but the house was cool, clean, comfortable and well stocked. The view of the river/bay was breathtaking. Secluded and quiet which is what we were looking for. My husband wants to come back and he's hard to please. We had good communication with the owner when we had questions. Amazed how well-stocked this property was. We'll be back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda S., Laplata, MD.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a view

Our stay was really great. We took a long weekend trip on our motorcycles to visit the area. The home was great and had everything we needed, and I can’t say enough about the view. Sitting outside in the morning and drinking coffee was wonderful. We saw dolphins out in the river so cool. We visited the town of Mathews and ate there twice. Restaurants had good food. Went to Gwynn’s island and ate at the hole in the wall it had good food and it’s a beautiful island. We visited the town of Smithfield and Gloucester great places to take a ride. Thanks to Glenda for letting us stay in her home and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathi l.

Liked: Cleanliness

My third stay and can't wait to return!

I enjoy this cottage so much that I have booked a month-long visit twice and hope to do it again next year. The cottage is located at the end of the Piankatank River where it empties into the Chesapeake Bay. The views from the cottage, deck, and pier are lovely with incredible sunsets and sunrises. It is well stocked, very clean and comfortable. The hostess is quick to respond if there are any issues that need attention. To sum it all up, the stay there is almost like being at home but much more peaceful!
Stayed 28 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan Carlos V., TOMS BROOK

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property and clean

Easy access to the property and to town. Very quite and comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ginny O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Clean and clutter-free property right on the water! Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Spot

We have stayed at Glenda’s place multiple times and love it every time. It’s the perfect place to reconnect with my family and enjoy the peace of the Rivah. Everything is clean and comfortable and well stocked. Thank you Glenda!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy!

It was so lovely and cozy! We enjoyed every minute!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathi l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Can't wait to return

This has become my favorite place for rest, relaxation and renewal. I always feel at home while at the cottage and have come to love Matthews County.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Spinx212

Disliked: Cleanliness

Wasn’t what we expected!!!

When we got to the property, the neighbors came out with their dogs and watched us as we unloaded our car. When we entered the house we noticed that the front door and the living room didn’t have curtains!!! The whole feeling of this place felt weird, we decided not to stay at all
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antonia S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect weekend

The house was perfect for our weekend. Great views! The house had everything we needed. Appreciated all the extras like toilet paper, paper towels, condiments, coffee, and more. Super easy to check out. Sidenote, the only TV is in the master bedroom. Would probably be useful if the TV stand had wheels so it could be pulled into the living room for everybody to watch a movie. The house is 15 minutes away from a small winery, with tons of wine and food options and the town of Matthews, with a lot of antique shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Water Oasis

We so enjoyed our stay on the Piankatank. Sitting on pier morning, afternoon and evening was a delight. We’d definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marci S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Weekend

Beautiful views, plenty of room, and an amazing dock. We went crabbing and caught lots of blue crab right off the dock. I absolutely loved our time here and would definitely come back again. Thank You!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Diane H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view

Based our stay here to visit Mathews Market Days and visit surrounding areas. Began and ended our days at the dock area. Gorgeous waterfront views. Quiet area. Would rather see a sofa in the living area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

Very peaceful. Pretty easy to find. Great views. Very much would stay again. Very good communication with owner prior to arrival. All questions answered promptly. Overall a great three day weekend spot
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous weekend!

Our group had a lovely stay at Green Bay! Clean, comfy, and well appointed, we love that soecual lottle place. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

Second time we’ve stayed. My niece has stayed here before, too. Thoroughly enjoyed our time here, even though we spent most of it away from the house with family nearby. We did get to see the spectacular sunset one night though. It was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024