Rustic Beach Front Apartment - Cozy, Rustic and On the Beach! - 2 BR 1.5 Bath

Beach | On the beach, sun loungers
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Combined shower/tub, towels, soap, shampoo
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

About this cottage rental

Situated in Norfolk, this attractive cottage for $347 per night is a fantastic option for your next break. Welcome to our Rustic Beach Front Apartment. This unique space has been carved out of the basement of our 100+ year old beach cottage. We've recreated this unique space into a bright, clean, comfortable and cheerful little unit where you can create wonderful family memories. I think it is the best location in Ocean View - the beaches, although not quite private, are fantastic! We are situated directly on the water, just walk out your door down the sandy path and you are right on the beach of the beautiful Chesapeake Bay! The kitchen features a full size refrigerator, full size gas stove/oven, and all the essentials for meals. It consists of 2 Bedroom and 1 1/2 Bath and is accurately described as a basement apartment, inside a beautiful rustic beach cottage. It has it's own private entrance and parking. The windows are the smaller casement style, that contain 3 air conditioning units. You must be able to step down into the unit by descending 3 stairs. Beware, if you are over 6' tall - no jumping allowed!! - there are radiator pipes running along the ceilings that are typical of this type of basement apartment. If you are tall, bring a hardhat!! And if you've ever played basketball in the NBA, this may not be the right place for you!! We are situated directly on the water, just walk out your door and you are right on the beach of the beautiful Chesapeake Bay! I want to temper your expectations with this unit. It is over 100 years old and while I love it, it may not be for everyone as the appliances and plumbing fixtures are a bit dated. This is an apartment that has been created out of a basement space. It is clean and comfortable and of course, on the beach. The ceilings are low and the windows are small. We have done our best to create a comfortable space for you and your family to enjoy! The emphasis though, should be on the beautiful Chesapeake Bay Beach and being able to enjoy it while staying in a beach front unit. Even with a thorough modernization the property is a historical home that is now over 115 years old. It has some eccentricities that reflect building standards and designs from the turn of the last century that lends to its charm as an older beach cottage. But even so, we hope that you will love our older and charming home. Once a reservation has been made, we do not revisit/refund if you have reduced the number of guests or have chosen to not travel with your pet. Quiet hours begin at 9 PM. This is a Family/Residential unit and area. No loud music or noise.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
TV
Garden

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Reviews

4.1/5.0
Excellent(36 Reviews)
8.0
Feb 2024
The ceiling was low, bathroom sink was clogged. Bathroom floor needs work. Property was clean and beds were comfortable. Loved being at the beach. They have a different Property i stayed at on an earlier date that was great. Although we didnt care for the mentioned things, the process was easy and the owners were good to deal with.
5.0
Dec 2023
The property was just as described, it was a perfect little spot on the beach. My brother and I were able to get up every morning and take a walk on the beach before visiting with our dad and siblings. Our brother lives in Norfolk and this house was only 2 miles away. I was very happy with our stay
5.0
Oct 2023
Great location for quiet Atlantic coast experience. Accurately described. Perfect for a short get-away to the beach. Host was readily available and helpful. We enjoyed the community of OV.
5.0
Nov 2022
Was pleasantly surprised at ease of access and entire rental process
5.0
Sep 2022
Second time staying here and would come back again.
2.0
star 3 emptystar 4 emptystar 5 empty
Sep 2022
Seems over priced unless you’re ONLY paying for being on the beach. Otherwise house is in pretty bad condition. Property manager very polite and professional. Beach is very nice as well. House seems to be falling apart. Would not stay again.
5.0
Aug 2022
I was hesitant about low ceilings, but my 6'1" husband was fine. The apartment was clean and cozy. It was the perfect location to take advantage of the surrounding area without too much hustle and bustle. I really appreciated the low traffic and noise, the private parking, and semi private beach. Will definitely book this property again!
2.0
star 3 emptystar 4 emptystar 5 empty
Jul 2022
The beach was lovely, but everything else was a bust. The space is in poor condition: my kid punctured his foot on an exposed carpet staple, there is visible mold throughout the ceiling, and the ceiling is reinforced with shims as it is also visibly sagging with damage. The a/c is cool (though very, very loud). The bathroom has unfinished drywall in the shower cubby, the bathtub faucet does not work (shower only, which is not great for kids), and the water would shift to scalding without notice. I felt unsafe having my kid in the tub with the water running as the temperature was so variable (the upstairs neighbors also warned us about this issue). Though the listing says it sleeps 5, we were also charged an extra guest fee for 3 adults and 1 toddler. I contacted the host to ask about this and they said that the fee is triggered after 3 guests. I cannot find this anywhere on the listing, and the just told me to contact VRBO. I did, but VRBO said that the host is the only one who can help. Frustrating all around. Will not be back.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Norfolk?

The average price for a rental in Norfolk is $220 per night. This rental is $127 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Rustic Beach Front Apartment - Cozy, Rustic and On the Beach! - 2 BR 1.5 Bath . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Rustic Beach Front Apartment - Cozy, Rustic and On the Beach! - 2 BR 1.5 Bath pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Rustic Beach Front Apartment - Cozy, Rustic and On the Beach! - 2 BR 1.5 Bath ?

We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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