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Victorian Farmhouse w/ private waterfront & pier at the mouth of Mobjack Bay

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SHADYHURST, a Victorian Farmhouse built in 1921, restored in 2021.
SHADYHURST - a birds eye view
Another birds eye view - SHADYHURST property includes waterfront (East River)
Enjoy the nature views from the new pier
Plenty of sitting space at the tip of the dock.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12464.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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FOSTER, VA
  • Yorktown Beach
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Busch Gardens Williamsburg
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Water Country USA
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

2nd Floor - BR

1 King Bed

2nd Floor - Guest BR

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor - Guest BR

1 King Bed

2nd Floor - Master BR

1 King Bed

3rd Floor - Guest BR

2 Single Beds

3rd Floor - Guest BR

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

1st Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

2nd Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Victorian Farmhouse w/ private waterfront & pier at the mouth of Mobjack Bay

Circa 1921 - original home to sea captain W.H. Machen. This newly renovated and restored Victorian, 3 story home is part of the Village of Mobjack, a quaint village where previous life focused on fishing and crabbing. Nominated for historic significance based on its contribution to commerce and unique collections of homes located on the East River and Mobjack Bay. (fairfieldfoundation.org). The home is located on 2.6 acres with water front on the East River including a private dock giving water access to boating, kayaking, fishing and swimming along with an adjacent marina for those with larger boats (compassmarina.com).

Perfect place to relax with the family and friends while enjoying the nature and water views.

The first floor offers a parlor, spacious living room, large dining room, library/media room with TV and seating, kitchen with eating nook, mudroom with washer and dryer, full bathroom, front and back access to second floor. Second floor offers four large bedrooms all with TVs (3 kings and 1 queen), large double sink vanity with shower, and access to the third floor. Third floor offers two bedrooms (1 full bed and 2 twins), large family entertainment room with 65" TV, bar with beverage fridge and multiple seating areas.

The exterior of the house has large columns with a wrap around porch with multiple seating areas, partially screened with dining area. The porch offers views to the water and marina. Large shade trees with multiple swings for family enjoyment, picnic table, and camp fire with seating on the back side of the house (gas firepit).

Waterfront includes private 100‘ pier, floating boat dock with guards and seating area w/ campfire (gas firepit) and ten Adirondack chairs.

Property manager

Michael & Daniele Kurze
Premier Host

Languages

English, German

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
PacknPlay, Feeding chair available upon request
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Events

No events allowed
Contact owner
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Fireworks are not permitted

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
Note from host: Contact owner
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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
Property Registration Number 10-STVR-21

About the area

Bohannon

Located in Westville, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Gloucester Golf Club and Severn Yachting Center 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.
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FOSTER, VA

What's nearby

  • Bethel Beach Natural Area Preserve - 32 min drive - 28.1 km
  • Deltaville Marina - 37 min drive - 33.9 km
  • Yorktown Beach - 42 min drive - 46.8 km
  • Busch Gardens Williamsburg - 57 min drive - 63.3 km
  • Water Country USA - 59 min drive - 63.2 km

Getting around

  • Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shun Xing Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Linda's Diner - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Southwind Pizza - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Mi Casa Azteca Mexican Restaurant & Cantina - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Victorian Farmhouse w/ private waterfront & pier at the mouth of Mobjack Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Victorian Farmhouse w/ private waterfront & pier at the mouth of Mobjack Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Victorian Farmhouse w/ private waterfront & pier at the mouth of Mobjack Bay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Victorian Farmhouse w/ private waterfront & pier at the mouth of Mobjack Bay located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 16 mi (25 km) of Gwynn's Island Musuem, Main Street Center and Fairfield Foundation. Bethel Beach and Walter Reed Plaza are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eve C.

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

Extremely clean,spacious and beautiful home

We loved everything about this home. Beautiful and comfortable inside as well as outside!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Family Thanksgiving

This home is beautiful and perfect for our family Thanksgiving gathering!! Families from Ocean City, Md. Washington, Alabama, Ohio, Georgia, and Texas!! It’s only 5 miles from our cousins home where we all gather every year! We feel blessed to have found this home!! We thank you from the bottom of our hearts!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Christmas Vaca

Outstanding stay. Loved the home and surrounding area. Will absolutely be visiting again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

STACEY W.

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

We would give it a 10 if we could!!

Perfect! The BEST! Very Clean! Better that described, beautiful house and yard. Kids loved the swings and the games. Lovely home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

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

Fantastic Property and Hosts

This owners have done a fantastic job of renovating this historic home. Very comfortable to relax and enjoy the home, property and surrounding areas. The house is well stocked with supplies and hosts are very responsive with any questions and offer wonderful in site to the area. We love it here! Thank you for hosting us.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Family Thanksgiving

Wonderful comfortable home for our whole family!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Danny R.

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

River Fun

This is a remote, quiet, spacious home located on a river cove offering wonderful sunsets. The beautiful huge oaks and wraparound porchs transport you back to lazy summer days. The Mobjack Bay village is quaint and tiny. Perfect place for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Wonderful long weekend

The house and property are beautiful. The house has a lot of historical charm but a lot of the modern amenities. The bedrooms are huge and lots of great common spaces, including the screened in front porch. The hosts were gracious and very responsive. Great stay and definitely would come again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina V.

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

Wonderful vacation home

Shadyhurst is a beautiful home and the property is amazing. Our family came from Tennessee, and we spent a peaceful week enjoying our time together. The home was very clean and the owners have done a wonderful job anticipating anything that you would need during your stay. Do not hesitate to book this home--you won't be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

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

Lovely home!

This was one of the very best homes we have stayed in! It was very well stocked and no detail was overlooked. We enjoyed it very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney S.

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

Victorian House

Lovely big clean house with a nice dock for fishing!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

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

Charming coastal farmhouse

My family was looking for a property near Williamsburg for my mother’s birthday that could house all of us. The home fit the bill and totally exceeded our expectations. The home was well appointed and we spent most of the time chatting on the screened in porch or working on puzzles. The hosts were responsive and were nice enough to leave a few gifts for us. Wish we could have stayed for a week because we were having so much fun on the property. Highly recommend for folks looking for a nice retreat on the coast!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

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

Beautiful home with lots of Extras!

We have stayed at many VRBO properties and this rated among the best! The house was beautiful, clean and there were so many extra touches, like plenty of towels, table clothes, spices, and even bottles of wine, that made the trip and our time there extra special. We plan to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chrysi K.

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

Spring break

Beautiful house, very clean and very well equipped. Great beds and linens. We had a very nice trip even though it was much colder than we expected. Would be lovely to go back in the summer and try kayaking. The location is beautiful but a bit out of the way. Great for relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

House in Mathews, VA

The home is lovely and super clean. The host was very helpful. Our only negative was the distance to the attractions, restaurants and Williamsburg. If you are looking for a quiet and ,relaxing stay this house would be perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tawana B.

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

It was a day for me to spend some time with my family

The state was really nice. The place was nice. All you need is a tub thank you very much. I have a blessed one.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane L.

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

Gorgeous Beautifully appointed home

Stayed here on our annual girls trip. Couldn’t be happier. The most well appointed kitchen I have ever cooked in in a VRBO house. Gorgeous hardwood floors, beautiful yard with lovely live oak trees, gracious and accommodating hosts. Three stories with lots of space and fabulous linens, and the best pillows I’ve ever slept on. Cannot recommend it highly enough
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

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

Fantastic Home!!

Listing exactly as stated and more!. Water access truly adds to the experience. Hosts were the most responsive we have had in over ten years. Plenty large enough for 6 adults and 4 elementary age grandchildren. Would love to go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele F.

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

Peaceful Escape

Beautiful home and property. I felt like I had stepped back in time. The house was very well stocked with every attention to detail with plenty of room. The perfect place to unwind and connect with family. A great vacation with lots of kayaking, swimming and relaxing by nearby rivers!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen L.

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

Lovely House on the Bay

We had a vacation here with 3 families including two 1.5 year olds and a 4 year old and we had a wonderful time. The kitchen and dining rooms were well equipped to handle group meals (including a high chair for babies). The outdoor space had shade and sunshibe, swings and fireflies. We rented a delivery kayak on recommendation from the owners and saw multiple osprey, including two who fought over a fish mid-flight (the fish ended up getting dropped into the bay)! It's a 20 minute drive to Haven Beach which was wonderful! The hosts were incredibly accommodating and responsive to our requests. Just a wonderful trip all around!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel G.

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

A perfect family escape

We were looking for a quiet family getaway for 6 people where we could enjoy the outdoors and the bay. This couldn't have been a better choice. The owners are very friendly and very reachable. The house and its history are great. Very clean. We rented kayaks and launched from the private pier. Caught crabs and fish for dinners. Very relaxing, highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Devora F.

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

Security

Alarm, location of property appeared to be safe, property does not have a security alarm and bedrooms did not have secure locks or no locks at all. Otherwise, property was gorgeous and full of amenities and personal details. Beds were so comfy, and floors was spotless! The kitchen was stocked with seasonings as well as sauces in the fridge. Cleaning supplies were stocked as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect for our group!

From the moment we pulled up it was just like the photo. All of the kids oohhed and ahhed as they walked through the doors! Shadyhurst was perfect for our group of 10. Our kids ranged from 6-16 and there was plenty of space! The house was spotless, kitchen fully stocked, and tastefully decorated. We loved the time spent on the dock, whether attempting to catch something or relaxing on the Adirondacks. The beds were super comfy too which is a huge plus!! We would definitely stay there again, maybe longer next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanney K.

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

Great place for family reunion

The house truly had a lot of space with multiple places for our family to hang out. The property is very clean with lots of goodies that can keep the family entertained. Unfortunately it was very hot and humid during our stay so couldn't take advantage of the screened porch and the outside areas but the a/c worked wonderfully --- even on the top floor with thermostats on each floor! We cooked a bit and the cooking supplies were superb -- even the knives were sharp and nice Calphalon pans of all shapes and sizes were available. And the Internet access was great -- with external monitora and even printers available. Daniele and Michael clearly have given a lot of thought and care to the property! Thank you! Would highly recommend the house for any big groups that want a getaway in a rural area!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

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

Beautiful country home by the river

Our family had a wonderful stay at Shadyhurst. The property was exceptionally maintained and very close to the dock with access to the river and bay. The house and the kitchen had every amenity for a weeklong stay. Our family of 10 particularly enjoyed the large screened in porch set up with a large table for dining and playing games. Although the internet access was great, we ended up playing card games and hanging out in the evenings after visits to Busch Gardens, Water Country USA and Jamestown/Colonial Williamsburg which are all an hour or less from the property. The close location to the water and the beautiful property made the day trips worth it. It was so quiet with only birds, crickets and tree frogs for music at night. The beds were very comfortable and accommodated 6 adults and 4 children well. The children loved the swings and making s’mores over the fire. It was an idyllic vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Michael & Daniele Kurze

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English, German

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