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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
NZ$358
avg per night

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25367 Messongo Rd, Temperanceville, VA, 23442
  • Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Maui Jack's Waterpark
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds
Price is NZ$358 avg per night,

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About the area

Temperanceville

Located in Temperanceville, this lodge is in a rural area and by the sea. Chesapeake Forest - Dunn Swamp Complex and Kegotank Bay reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Eastern Shore Railway Museum and Wallops Flight Facility. Travelling with kids? Consider Pocomoke Fair Grounds and Delmarva Discovery Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Wallops Flight Facility - 22 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park - 30 min drive - 31.3 km
  • Maui Jack's Waterpark - 32 min drive - 32.5 km
  • Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge - 33 min drive - 33.6 km
  • Assateague Point - 39 min drive - 37.0 km

Getting around

  • Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Stuckey's Southern Grille - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Capt E's Hurricane Grill & Bar - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Shore Beef & BBQ - ‬16 min drive

About this property

QUIET, pet-friendly nature retreat with HOT TUB & without getting BIT!

Enjoy all the Eastern shore of Virginia has to offer!
Welcome to Messongo Lodge! Listen to the owls & woodpeckers while having a drink by a fire in the screenhouse. Screenhouse is also equipped with gas grill, charcoal grill, & 2 regular size gas burners. Screenhouse= NO BUGS! Watch the deer, turkey and other wildlife in the 20 acre field from the screen house or hot tub of the screened in lodge porch.....(don't forget your binoculars) or enjoy the game on tv from the hot tub if you prefer. Screen-porch = NO BUGS! And your very well behaved 4-legged (and 2 legged) children will love running and playing ball in the spacious yard.
In the spring/summer, enjoy the purple martins, hummingbirds, eagles, hawks, butterflies, dragonflies, bats and other winged friends! And if you're really lucky and happen to be staying during a Wallops Island launch...you can view it from the backyard. There are also several boat launches nearby to get you on the bay for fishing, crabbing and clamming, and the Pocomoc sound for a true nature experience. Don't forget your kayak, too!
A short drive west will take you to Saxis where you can launch your boat or look for sea glass. 25 minutes east is Chincoteague. See the ponies, check out the birding trails, water park, or book a nature boat ride. Enjoy great restaurants and shop the unique boutiques. 30 minutes south is the quaint town of Onancock where you can enjoy boating/kayaking, shopping, & dining.
Located on a very quiet country road, 2 miles away from Sun-Outdoors Campground, the Messongo Lodge sleeps 4 (2 bedrooms with 2 twin beds in each). There is one bathroom with large shower. Washer and dryer in garage. Other amenities include plenty of parking for vehicles and boats, full kitchen, large dining area for food and games, open one-level floor plan, satellite tv and internet.

( Owner's vacation home is also on the property, but out of respect for your privacy, and to give you the ultimate experience, they will not be present during your stay.)

**Due to the remoteness of the property, wifi may be very spotty & slow**
****No hunting is permitted anywhere on this property****

Property manager

Rebecca White
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
No bedding or toys available for small children
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Well behaved dogs welcome/not on furniture
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Wood stove in lodge is not for use
Please no glass in or near hot tub.
Maximum 10 night stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock

Frequently asked questions

Is QUIET, pet-friendly nature retreat with HOT TUB & without getting BIT! pet-friendly?

Yes, QUIET, pet-friendly nature retreat with HOT TUB & without getting BIT! allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at QUIET, pet-friendly nature retreat with HOT TUB & without getting BIT! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at QUIET, pet-friendly nature retreat with HOT TUB & without getting BIT! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is QUIET, pet-friendly nature retreat with HOT TUB & without getting BIT! located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly lodge is within 12 mi (20 km) of Bloxom Winery, Eastern Shore Railway Museum and Kegotank Bay. Parksley Town Park and Virginia Welcome Center at New Church are also within 12 miles (20 km).

QUIET, pet-friendly nature retreat with HOT TUB & without getting BIT! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kemper K.

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

Nice Getaway

Nice getaway on the Eastern Shore. Very well furnished!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

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

Great way to finish out 2024!

Nice, relaxing week. Close to the beaches and wild horses, house exactly as described. LOVED the hot tub and enjoyed star gazing at night. Beckie was very responsive when I had a question. Look forward to coming back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karlyn G.

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

Chincoteague vacation

We had an excellent time and would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kayla S.

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

Awesome property

Had a great time! The owner left a little welcome basket and it was super cute and thoughtful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vijay Varunkumar K.

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

Great experience!!

Wonderful place for family !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jose E.

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

Amazing place

We really enjoyed the place and neighborhood!! Becky provide us the best of the best service possible, thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin L.

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

Perfect stay

This was a genuinely amazing place to stay. Very comfortable and clean and peaceful. The owner is great too. You cannot go wrong here! Everything was 5 stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria R.

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

A little slice of heaven

Very nice, relaxing property. Really enjoyed the serenity.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph L.

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

Relaxing

It was a great getaway… peaceful. Easy access and nice drive to the island and beach. I definitely recommend this lodge to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrian S.

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

Yery quiet

Loved the location, very quiet area
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynda L.

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

Long weekend retreat

We had an amazing time at this very private cottage. First time we ever brought our dog on a vacation but, will not be the last as it made the trip that much better. Hot tub was incredible as is the very large screened in patio. The open floor plan and decor was absolutely beautiful. Hope to come back soon Lynda and Jason
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy Z.

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

Relaxing & Peaceful!

We enjoyed the tranquility of the property. It was a great place for our dog to run and know that he was safe. Enjoying the hot tub as we winded down from our day was so relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

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

Serenity on the farm

Relaxing and peaceful stay! Check in was a breeze, host was very friendly and fast to respond, property was very clean. Would definitely recommend. Screened in porch with the hot tub was perfect. Also loved the screened in fireplace area with outdoor kitchen. Would stay here again if ever in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

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

The perfect getaway

Beckie and Bill’s rental was a fantastic getaway for our family. Out of all the homes we’ve rented, theirs truly stood out. It was cozy and comfortable, with great amenities. The location was beautiful and quiet, perfect for walks with our dogs. The friendly neighbors and minimal traffic made it even more enjoyable. Despite the peacefulness, we were just a short drive from shops, restaurants, and activities. The house was well-stocked, but we spent most of our time outside on the screened-in porch and in the screenhouse, where we loved grilling dinner. Everything was clean and thoughtfully arranged, and the welcome basket was a nice touch. Plus, the view over the large field was stunning—we were lucky enough to see the Northern Lights on two nights! Overall, it was a memorable experience that we would happily return to.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Family Togetherness

My mother lives on the shore about 30 minutes from this rental. We were celebrating her 70th birthday and this rental was perfect. The outdoor screened in area/pavilion was amazing! The property is quiet and inviting. We really enjoyed our stay and the hosts communicated well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Timothy H.

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

Pleasant Stay

Beautiful property in a secluded part of the Country Side. Conveniently located near enough Chincoteague Island(30 minute drive) without feeling crowded by all the other vacationers. Mosquitoes werent very friendly this time of year but overall our family was very satisfied with our stay. The host was very helpful and very responsive to all communications.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom F.

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

Privacy

We were there to escape the blowing up of noisy stuff during the July holiday. The dogs really hate it, too. It completely fit the bill. Very peaceful yet convenient to things. Owners were never present but responsive if we had a question. What more could one ask for?
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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

Quiet and tranquil

Just what we needed. Quiet, beautiful farm. BUT be warned… all beds are twins and they are immovable. Don't know how we missed this…
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura N., Belfast

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

Lovely place away from it all.

Really enjoyed this property at the end of our road trip, it was very spacious. Lovely outdoor cooking and eating area outside. Hot tub was fantastic. Everything needed was there, a lovely welcome basket. Owner was very quick with responses to questions. It felt calm and private. Short drives to shops, Chincoteague and NASA Wallops Island. I would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krysten S.

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

The perfect get-away that is close to it all!

The Messongo Lodge is a beautiful setting off the beaten path. The grounds were immaculate. The house is well laid out and has literally everything you might need exactly where you need it. We enjoyed the hot tub and screened in kitchen. There was plenty to do within a short drive. It was a wonderful vacation for our family! Our host, Beckie, was extremely gracious and made the entire process easy. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heath F.

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

Relaxing

Our first impression of the property was better than expected. That was our entire stay,better than expected. A fantastic property. Very private,close to beach and stores. The hot tub is in an excellent location on the property. This was a family weekend and the screenhouse was fantastic for meals,games and visiting with each other!!! The owners went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and let us borrow their home for a few days. We will definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krista R., Dover,

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

Didn't want to leave!

I cannot even begin to tell you how amazing this place was. Our family enjoyed every bit of it! The place is about 20ish minutes from everything but that was great the roads to get there were pretty and the scenery around the house was just beautiful. The screened in porch with the hot tub was so nice to relax. Then the additional screened in porch with 2 grills & a fireplace was just wow! We were the first couple to get to stay in the private additional cottage! It had a huge kingsize bed that was plenty room for us with our 2 dogs. We already expressed interest about coming back in the future. Beckie was a great host she was so helpful with my questions ahead of time and during our stay :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

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

Great weekend away!

We had the best anniversary weekend away with our 8 month dog on this secluded, serene and beautiful property. The owners welcomed us with a card and welcoming basket, had all the necessities to cook and grill out, a massive yard for Seymour to run around and the outdoor, screened entertainment area was the true highlight…. Grilling, sitting in the Adirondack chairs, fireplace going and enjoying the nature around us… relaxing in every way! The owners even had large crab pots that we steamed shrimp and crab legs from a local seafood market. We made day trips to the Maryland side of Assateague Island and down to Cape Charles beach so that Seymour could experience his first times at the beach and ocean- both about 50 minutes away and well worth the drives along the Eastern Shore. Sharing this for dog owners looking for beach areas that are dog-friendly. We will definitely plan to return and really enjoyed working with Beckie who was wonderful to communicate with—- it’s very evident that she and her husband take extra special care of this property and want visitors to enjoy every moment— we certainly did!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Jillian V.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

Not what expected for the price

It was a cute little place, however the shower had worms in it that we had to kill and clean up more than once. The garage had a smell that took our breath away and you had to go into the garage to throw away trash which made the smell come into the rooms. The checking in process was awful. The code they gave us wasn’t working, there was a paper on the door saying if code doesn’t work use key in a lock box, but there was no lock box. I sent them pictures of the bugs and told them of the garage and how there was no lock box and the trouble getting into the house, they responded with “We’re sorry for those things” and that it never happened before.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea B.

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

A very thankful Thanksgiving

This property is absolutely breathtaking! My husband and I along with our fur baby spent our Thanksgiving here and we are seriously considering making it a new tradition! The lodge had everything one would need to make a Thanksgiving feast! The outdoor fireplace and hot tub allowed us to escape and relax!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022