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Welcome to "The Happy Soul"

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Room
Barn door leading into the kiddos area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Gloucester, VA
  • Riverside Walter Reed Hospital
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Busch Gardens Williamsburg
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Water Country USA
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Welcome to "The Happy Soul"

When I think of this house, I think of the quote "Let all that you do be done in LOVE". It has truly been a labor of LOVE restoring "The Doll House". We are premier host and are excited to add this to our list of rental homes. We have completely transformed this 1940's Bungalow into a place for you to rest & restore your soul. This luxurious and upscale home will not disappoint you with all the modern conveniences needed while exploring our area. Gloucester Courthouse was built in 1766 and is one of the oldest Courthouses still in use today. Hike or rent a boat at Beaverdam Park, sip chardonnay at a nearby winery, dine at one of Gloucester's fine eateries, shop in specialty boutiques and gourmet food shops, visit antique stores, local beaches, buy fresh local seafood & produce from our farmers market and many other attractions sure to keep your vacation memorable for many years. The open floor plan lends itself to easy entertaining and the deck plus a stamped concrete patio is sure to be the families favorite spot for meals or morning coffee. All bedrooms have high end memory foam mattresses. Furnished with care and attention to detail, this home will encourage relaxation and fun. Gloucester Courthouse is 5 miles, Yorktown 20miles, Colonial Williamsburg, Bush Gardens & Water Country 35miles from the property. PLEASE NOTE: We do not rent to anyone under the age of 25. We also do not allow pets or smoking in the home at anytime. We live close by if you need anything at all!

Property manager

Shannon French
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Gloucester

Located in Gloucester, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Rosewell Ruins and Yorktown Victory Center are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to 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.
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Gloucester, VA

What's nearby

  • Gloucester Museum of History - 11 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Riverside Walter Reed Hospital - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Yorktown Beach - 28 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Busch Gardens Williamsburg - 42 min drive - 47.5 km
  • Water Country USA - 44 min drive - 47.4 km

Getting around

  • Williamsburg Transportation Center - 48 min drive
  • Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to "The Happy Soul" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to "The Happy Soul"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to "The Happy Soul"?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to "The Happy Soul" located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Fairfield Foundation, Main Street Center and Gloucester Public Library. Gloucester Museum of History and Brown Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacque N.

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

Review of Miss Bee Haven

This place is AMAZING! Just no words to describe how inviting, comfortable and FESTIVE! My family loved it and we were very APPRECIATIVE of the extra joy this home brought to our vacation and special occasion.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cecil P.

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

Outstanding Haven

We absolutely loved this cottage. It had such curb appeal. The owners went out of their way to provide so much information in the welcome notebook and in stocking everything needed in the home except the food. The interior decor was amazing. The place was immaculate. When my two little granddaughters visited one day, they loved the cubby at the top of the stairs. The internet and the TV streaming worked like a charm. We will stay there again if we get the chance to return to the area. I highly recommend the Bee Haven. Thank you so much - it was truly a privilege to stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A., Minnesota

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

Great Thanksgiving

We had a great week away. The house is exactly how listed and had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

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

Perfection

This house is gorgeous! Everything about it is great. We were there for a wedding at the local yacht club. Shannon was a great host. I appreciated the ease of the house. You really did feel like you were at home. Very well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Girls Getaway

This place was absolutely amazing! From the moment we walked in, we felt at home! It was immaculately clean, adorably and thoughtfully decorated, and had more than enough space for us to stretch out and unwind at the end of the day. Our only regret is that we didn't have more time to enjoy this wonderful home!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry and Lynn B.

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

Quiet Retreat

The home was wonderful. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a cute place!!

It was a perfect retreat after fun (but long) days visiting the historical sites in the area. It was very convenient to Williamsburg, Yorktown and Jamestown. The house was extremely clean!! And had so many consumables that are often not included - we didn’t need anything that we didn’t bring or wasn’t included. The floor plan worked out very well for our 3 generation family. The only hiccup was we weren’t given the correct code at check in but the property manager was very helpful and quick to get us in! The old county store was a wonderful spot to visit for gifts and the coffee is wonderful! And the swing was a HUGE hit with the kids! Thank you for sharing your gorgeous home with us!! Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina B., Middletown, VA

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

We’ll Be Back!

Cleanliness is huge for me! This house is extremely clean, has everything you need, cozy and comfortable. We wanted to visit Williamsburg/Busch Gardens and it was an easy drive. The town is quaint and has some great restaurants (love Lulu Bird). Thank you for a great stay! Already scheduling to stay here again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

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

Wedding Getaway

The property was clean, organized, and the backyard was private and had a great swing for kids. It was a perfect place for us to stay when attending a wedding close by. We highly recommend this home!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mijanou S.

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

Perfect retreat!

It was so nice to arrive at this lovely clean home with comfy beds! Due to flight delays we arrived at 2 am. Luckily, we know the area well and found the house easily. The house is so welcoming and cozy. The instructions we received ahead of our arrival told us everything we needed to know. We enjoyed long runs in the woods followed by a breakfast made in the well-stocked kitchen and coffee on the porch. I love that all the light switches were well marked, the bathroom towels ample and Wi-Fi strong. Could not have asked for more! Thank you and we look forward to renting your home again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

colleen m.

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

Outstanding home

This home and its property is absolutely the BEST experience we have ever had in a VRBO. We give this experience five stars from beginning to end. The home was spotless, stocked with all your needs and more. The attention to detail to have their guests comfortable were impressive. The property is quite and beautiful. We absolutely will stay here again!!

10/10 Excellent

Chell P.

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

Mini vacation

Everything about this place was perfect! My husband and I use VRBO on a regular basis and this was hands down our absolute favorite.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vincent B.

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

Pleasant accommodation

A clean and pleasant place to stay. Lovely town as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa, Williamsport

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

Girls Trip

Beautiful home , beautifully decorated. We enjoyed sitting on front porch in the morning with our coffee. Great place for a girls get away. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara W.

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

Family and Friends Vacation

Overall we were absolutely in love with this home, it was beautiful top to bottom and inside and out! Plenty of room for couples and families, and a fun surprise room upstairs! We called it our Harry Potter hole haha. Will definitely book again for trips and recommend to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

lee w.

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

Crossett, Arkansas friend trip

Excellent place to stay. In the country you can hear roosters in the distance in the mornings outside only. Went to Williamsburg one day from the home went to Richmond for the NASCAR race. The house is very centrally located for that area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

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

Adorable cottage

Beautiful cottage with plenty of room to relax. The home was very cozy, and looked exactly like the pictures. Close to amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy M.

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

Very cozy cottage

Home was amazing and well stocked. We stayed to visit Busch gardens and water country. Drive there was about 40 min, not bad at all. Would definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

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

Great place to vacation

Great property. Owners were great to work with. Would like to rent from them again in the future
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

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

A Great Spot

We viewed this home as we were visiting family for a graduation. Our host Shannon was the best- from start to finish. She communicated with us about local spots to eat and things to do around town. This home is close to Gloucester Main Street and just down the road to Gloucester Point and Yorktown Beaches. The house is furnished with all the amenities you need, and the beds are so comfortable we had the best night sleep. Look no further and go ahead and book your trip now.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isela S.

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

History vacation

We were there to explore Jamestown and Yorktown. The area is just beautiful. The cottage is gorgeous. We loved it. Everything we needed. The only negative (owner has no control over) is cell phone coverage. I have T mobile. No service at the house and very spotty coverage everywhere else. The general store down the street is fantastic. Very nice people. The lady said Verison is about the only good service there. Olivia's restaurant was delicious. The owner is a super nice guy. He was roaming the tables and talked with all his customers. I would love to return someday and stay longer to further explore the area. Trust me you will fall in love.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

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

Sweet little getaway

This was such a pefect little home! The layout was very clean and comfortable and there was a perfect backyard for our son to play. Very convenient to the cute historical town of Gloucester and Yorktown. They had a nice notebook of recommendations for anything you needed. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Perry B.

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

2023 Bach Party

This was a precious cottage to stay in for our bachelorette party last weekend! It was beautifully decorated, the perfect size, and in a great location to easily reach attractions in Yorktown and Williamsburg. You won’t regret staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regina D.

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

Great Getaway

The cottage offered everything for a cozy and enjoyable vacation with special attention to small details and great cleanliness. The communication with owner was first rate with wonderful helpful hints for the area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam R.

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

Beautiful house

Everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Shannon French

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English

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