Location: Williamsburg, Virginia, USA (Surry is a "short" ferry ride from Williamsburg/Jamestown.)
Accommodations: Cottage, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-7)
After a fun drive down a curvy forest flanked road, you emerge into the sunlight with expansive fields on either side of you. You turn left down a dirt path that takes you by an old farmhouse. You dogleg around another field and enter the woods on a gravel road. When you get to the gate you step out. Through the trees, you can vaguely see the vastness of the James River and you hear the sound of a light breeze as it tumbles amid the leaves. Back in your vehicle you steer right, around the driveway loop and notice that you are at the peak of a hill that drops deeply into a great wooded ravine on either side.
Straight in front of you is the cottage which sits at the tip of the peninsula surrounded by views of the River. You shut off the vehicle and step outside. There is not another home or person in sight. NOW....You are officially on vacation. You stroll down the brown pebble path and past the shed that was built by boy scouts in the early 1900's. The breeze from the river feels stronger now and you can see the detail of the water and the white sandy beach below.
Just as you step onto the entry deck you notice two adult bald eagles soaring above the beach looking for prey. You didn't have to look up to see them they were at eye level with you. You are 70' above the river and the surrounding forest floor. The experience is like being in a treehouse; Albeit, a treehouse with a 4 acre yard, and parking for 20. The breeze is loud in the trees now and gives you the feeling of being blanketed by nature.
You jiggle the knob and are inside. Looking around there's nothing fancy, yet everything is special and somehow comforting. Hand made arts and crafts, Americana, books and furnishings you could only find in an “authentic” cottage. You want to settle in but looking out the window you see an inviting path that winds down the hill and dissipates into the woods. You think, “I bet that leads to the river” and with that you are out the door on your first of many adventures.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Beachfront
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- 4 ACRES OF WOODED PRIVACY!!! Loads of parking and a loop for easy trailering of boats and campers. Great views from approx. 70' above the James River. Lighted path brings you to your own private white sandy beach. TONS OF SHARKS TEETH mixed in with the shells. Very quiet and romantic. Great for couples or for families. Beach area and river bottom is clean, safe and great for swimming. Lots of books and games. Watch out, you can loose/find yourself here! Cottage has been a family gathering place for 30 years and is as comfortable as your favorite pair of jeans. CONTACT US FOR MORE PHOTOS..
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Other Activities
- Volley Ball, historic plantation tours
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$225/night .. $1125/week
Check-in at 3pm, Check-out at 11am
Check in/out times may be flexible depending on adjacent bookings
Make it a special night or stay all month, no minimums
$125 Cleaning Fee (it has to be clean, fresh and comfortable for everyone)
$350 Security Deposit (returned expeditiously)
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Property Photos
- Your adventure begins! - Williamsburg, Virginia Cottage Great for the Family
- Sand and shells as far as you can see! - Williamsburg, Virginia Cottage Great for the Family
- Bring a warm cup of coffee for an early morning treat. - Williamsburg, Virginia Cottage Great for the Family
- Walking paths, loads of parking, and acres of total privacy.
- The Welcome is authentic.
- Americana, books, fossils and history add to the experience.
- The quintessential vacation image!
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Hello Jeff, I just wanted to write you to tell you that the cabin was wonderful – not fancy, just comfortable and relaxing, which was exactly what I needed.