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WATERFRONT Southern Living Upscale Cottage close to Main St! Time to RELAX!

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Southern Living inspired Cottage with wrap around porch
Situated on Morris Creek, minutes to the Chesapeake Bay
A short boat ride to the Chesapeake Bay. Bring your boat! Or do a local rental!
Enjoy Haven Beach -a pretty public beach on the Chesapeake - 5.5 miles away!
Relax in Adirondack chairs around the fire pit

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7195 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Mathews, VA
  • Gwynn's Island Musuem
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Bethel Beach Natural Area Preserve
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Deltaville Marina
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

WATERFRONT Southern Living Upscale Cottage close to Main St! Time to RELAX!

Waterfront retreat, perfect for your next getaway!


Escape to the quaint coastal town of Mathews in this charming 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath vacation rental cottage. Just renovated, super fresh with upscale furnishings, we have created a “home away from home” for complete tranquility. Enjoy waterfront views from every room. Spend your mornings sipping coffee on the covered porch watching herons glide around the creek. Throw the crab pots in to catch your evening bounty of blue crabs. Bring your boat and tie it up at our pier or enjoy our canoe and kayaks exploring Morris & Stutts Creek, minutes from the Chesapeake Bay. Fire up the grill and enjoy meals on the outdoor dining table. The evening sunsets are not to be missed on the front porch. On chilly evenings, relax in the Adirondack chairs in front of a toasty fire. We have puzzles and board games for a friendly round of family fun.


THE PROPERTY


Covered wrap around porch, large acre lot, fireplace, pier


Bedroom 1: King Bed on first level; spa-like ensuite bath with walk-in shower
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed on second level with Jack & Jill bath with tub/shower
Bedroom 3: Two Full Beds on second level (bonus single Bed in nook, perfect for children)

*UPDATE - A new Pack N Play/portable crib for our littlest guests has just been added and will be in the upstairs hall closet!

INDOOR LIVING: large fireplace, Smart TV, dining table, Hunter fans in bedrooms, puzzles, small library, board games


KITCHEN: Just renovated - granite counters, filtered water faucet, stainless appliances, gas cooking, refrigerator with filtered ice maker, dishwasher, cooking basics, dinnerware, outdoor dinnerware, Keuring coffee maker, blender, Crockpot, microwave, toaster, spices


OUTDOOR LIVING: covered dining table for 8, picnic table, pier with easy water access, boat slip, 2 crab pots, 2 kayaks, 1 canoe, life vests, corn hole, 6 Adirondack chairs, outdoor fire, vegetable & herb garden

PARKING: Large driveway for up to 4 vehicles


GENERAL: Free WiFi, central heating & Air conditioning, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, washer/dryer, hangers, towels/linens, trash bags, paper towels. Ring Camera on side entry, stick camera in garage for pier and boat.


THINGS TO DO-
OUTDOORS:
Haven Beach - outdoor facilities (porta potty), parking, swimming, sunning, fishing
Bethel Beach - quieter beach to enjoy walks
Aaron’s Beach – more secluded beach with with limited parking.
New Point Comfort Lighthouse – Beautiful sunsets, highly recommended.


FISHING:
Fishing Charters: https://chesapeakebayboattours.com/
Only 3 miles to Fishing Pier and 2 miles to Public Boat Ramp.
Blueways Water Trail – Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board and launch at one of the 15 water access points across the county or rent boards from local providers, such as Mobjack Kayaking or Bay Country Kayaking. One is in the town of Mathews at Put in Creek Park!


RESTAURANTS:
Seafood Shack
Salty Dog Pizzeria
Richardson’s
White Dog Bistro
Mi Casa Azteca
Shun Xing
Mathews Grill
Hole in the Wall
The Hatchery (seasonal oysters)
Winery -Zoll Winery is 15 minutes away. Offers wine tastings, food & desserts


SHOPPING:
Farmers’ Market - Saturdays 9-12 (April-October)
Sibley’s - Visitor Center
Mathews Maritime Museum
The Vintage Pearl
Lilly Valentine - Antiques & Treasures
The Cottage - Roane’s Antiques
Doodlebugs
Bay School Community Arts
M&M (cute gifts)


SHORT TRIPS:
Gloucester or Deltaville- 15 minutes
Yorktown or Irvington - 30 Minutes
Williamsburg - 55 minutes (Colonial Williamsburg, Busch Gardens, Water Country)
Richmond - 1 hour 20 minutes

Policies-
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires 3 exterior steps to enter
- NOTE: This property may not be suitable for young children due to the unfenced area before the creek

Property manager

Stephanie Evans
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: 25
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

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
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

About the area

Mathews

Mathews is home to this cottage. Deltaville Maritime Museum and Steamboat Era Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Deltaville Marina and Golden Eagle Golf Club.
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Mathews, VA

What's nearby

  • Gwynn's Island Musuem - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Bethel Beach Natural Area Preserve - 19 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Bethel Beach - 30 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Deltaville Marina - 31 min drive - 31.4 km
  • Busch Gardens Williamsburg - 54 min drive - 63.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Hole In The Wall - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shun Xing Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Linda's Diner - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Southwind Pizza - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WATERFRONT Southern Living Upscale Cottage close to Main St! Time to RELAX! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at WATERFRONT Southern Living Upscale Cottage close to Main St! Time to RELAX!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WATERFRONT Southern Living Upscale Cottage close to Main St! Time to RELAX!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is WATERFRONT Southern Living Upscale Cottage close to Main St! Time to RELAX! located?

Situated in Mathews, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Gwynn's Island Musuem, Bethel Beach Natural Area Preserve and Bethel Beach. Riverside Walter Reed Hospital and Deltaville Maritime Museum are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danielle V.

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

Girls Weekend Getaway

We had a wonderful stay for our girls weekend! The house is the epitome of cozy bay cottage. It is so warm and inviting and has everything you need! The setting is incredibly peaceful and we enjoyed the water views even in the winter weather. The hosts are lovely and very responsive! We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

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

Lovely home in a lovely location

We thoroughly enjoyed our family getaway in this thoughtfully designed, beautifully decorated and excellently furnished cottage. Waking into the house feels like you have stepped into an issue of Southern Living. The back porch - overlooking the water- was the perfect place for early morning coffee and late afternoon Cornhole spectating. Our adult kids spent hours playing board games on the outside table, and we enjoyed family dinners around the large indoor one. Anything we might have needed was in the kitchen. Our stay in Mathews we'll be remembered as one of the highlights of our summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel G.

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

Fantastic!

Stayed the weekend for a wedding last minute. What a wonderful place! I wish we could have stayed longer. They had so many activities and things to do around the place and even included snacks and smores! Their welcome booklet was great with info and suggestions to places around the area. The owners were very responsive and helpful! Would definitely recommend to anyone who is lucky enough to be able to book this!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

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

Family Gathering

The house was perfectly clean with every attention to detail. Anything you might need was there for you from a few drinks to get you started, fully stocked kitchen, basic cooking needs to a whole s'mores set up! A lovely home to entertain in with all that you need to host your guests. Check in was easy and the hosts are there for you should you need anything. The deck and yard are beautiful and well appointed with a grill, lights, lots of seating and cornhole which was used for hours a day by our college kids. Highly recommend this home for your gathering.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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

Tranquility with all the Amenities

You don't need to search any further. This is the only place to stay in Mathews. This home has everything you could need when visiting Mathews County.Stephanie and Ron have thought of it all including stuff you didn’t know you would need.This was the first time in a long time to have all my adult children under one roof and we had the most tranquil and memorable visit. The home is appointed in a way that feels like a home away from home. Quality linens, super clean, and exceptional attention to detail. The property is spacious and offers something to occupy guests of all ages. We happened to visit during a tropical storm and that didn't even spoil the visit. The owners came out and took care of the property too. Thank you for opening you lovely home up to us. We will be back very soon to make more memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cherie W.

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

Cozy Cool Cottage!

This house was just perfect for our family for a weekend in Mathews! We were there for a family event. The location is so close to town and the cottage is simply adorable. But not adorable in a cutesy kind of way - adorable in a "can I move in here" kind of way. The hosts thought of every detail. The place is impeccably decorated and you will truly want for nothing during your stay. The bathrooms are completely updated, the wrap around porch is fabulous. What more can I say! I am thinking of more reasons to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek K.

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

Weekend Getaway

Our stay was AMAZING! Not only was the house and property amazing but the detail and thought just made this a whole experience. My daughters enjoyed tossing crab pots, making s’mores at the fire pit, and playing corn hole. The local market close by gave us an opportunity to eat pounds of crab legs outside on the patio; I could go on and on about the memories that were made there. We’re all ready to go back !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Stephanie Evans

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Hi! We are from Richmond but have a love of the water and Mathews County. We purchased this home in the beginning of the year and are excited to share it with you. It's been a labor of love. We have tried to create a true getaway that feels like "home". We hope our guests can enjoy the slower pace of the quaint town of Mathews - the best coastal community around!

Why they chose this property

We love the quietness of our private point. It feels like a true getaway, yet around the corner from our quaint "downtown" filled with restaurants, shopping, antiquing, farmers' markets on Saturdays and so much more.

What makes this property unique

We have tried to incorporate all of the things we love when we travel - comfort and fun. Our goal is to make our cottage feel upscale and relaxing...a little nicer than the last place you stayed. We hope we have not forgotten anything that a guest might want - but we are open for suggestions. Our vision is our guests enjoying our cottage so much that they want to return!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests