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As close as you can get to the ocean south of Chincoteague

Waterfront holiday home with water park and fitness centre

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View from the porch - isn't it beautiful! Listen to the wildlife and enjoy!
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The Metompkin Retreat.
Spacious porch with gorgeous water views.
Stunning views no matter where you look!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61601 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

As close as you can get to the ocean south of Chincoteague

Please feel free to write if you have questions. Unlike Chincoteague, this is a rural setting - the neighborhood is eight houses along Metompkin Bay. But it's an easy half-hour trip to Chincoteague if you'd rather go to the beach there. Our beach is a 15-minute kayak trip away (there are SIX kayaks included in the renta, paddles, and various size life jacketsl). There are also lot of little creeks in the marsh to explore by kayak. If you have a boat, there's a public boat ramp close by.

Our neighbors often fish in the bay, and surf fishing is great at certain times of year. We have crab traps - the crabbing is pretty good off the dock. If you are birders, there are all sorts of places to go (just ask me)! Onancock (10 minutes away) is where we go for nice restaurants and charming little shops. Lots of other attractions are shown in this listing.

We have decks all over the place - two on the water side and one on the land side, in addition to a screened porch - lovely views in all directions. The house is almost all windows on the water side, to take advantage of these wonderful views. The living room/dining room/kitchen is open plan and on the water side of the house. A bedroom, bath, and second bedroom/TV room are on the road side of the house. The bathroom houses a washer and drier that are hidden behind doors. The master bedroom, (loft) and bath occupy the upstairs, and have an even better view of the marshes, bay, and even a glimpse of the ocean! The bottom floor is a garage, and has a laundry sink and extra refrigerator.

For more pictures, things to do, and our other rental check out our Instagram page @DevineRetreats

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Children above the age of 6
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Events

No events allowed
Please respect neighbor's and their property.
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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
Note from host: Please respect neighbor's and their property.
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

About the area

Parksley

Located in Parksley, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Accomack Wayside and Parksley Town Park, while Eastern Shore Railway Museum and Red Queen Gallery are cultural highlights. Sawmill Park and North Street Market are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Restaurants

  • ‪Roma PIZZERIA - ‬13 min drive
  • Country Corner Diner
  • Caboose Coffee & Creamery
  • Parksley Fire Dept Roadside BBQ
  • El Sol Restaurant

Frequently asked questions

Is As close as you can get to the ocean south of Chincoteague pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at As close as you can get to the ocean south of Chincoteague?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at As close as you can get to the ocean south of Chincoteague?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is As close as you can get to the ocean south of Chincoteague located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Accomack Wayside, Eastern Shore Railway Museum and Eastern Shore Public Library. Parksley Town Park and Sawmill Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen G.

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

Beautiful views!

Beautiful views and delightful house! The host is equally lovely!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie G.

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

Beautiful view.

The bird watching was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

George D.

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

Wonderful stay

What a wonderful house and location! Everything was perfect and just how I expected it to be. Colette is incredibly responsive and a great host. I was sad to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin V.

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

Beautiful home with amazing views

The home itself is stunning! Clean, well decorated, comfortable, with lots of space! The views from all floors is unreal - so gorgeous! Collette was also so kind and responsive. We had an amazing stay at this house!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell N.

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

Back to Nature

It's the perfect getaway. Shut off the phones and enjoy nature as it comes to you. There is an excellent view from almost every room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

don c.

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

Great house

Spectacular views. The unspoiled beach is just a short paddle away. House was very accommodating. Kitchen is very well equipped. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing vacation!

We stayed at Colette’s property and it was amazing. The house was beautiful, the beaches were as promised, and the view was second to none. The neighbors were friendly but you didn’t know they were there unless you struck up a conversation. Make sure you follow the tide information as it is important for kayaking out to the island! We would love to stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glen G.

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

Million dollar view

What can we say that others haven't said... If you're an avid birder, love the waterfront and you love the quiet...this is the place to stay. House is well equipped. We will be back...
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D.

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

Shorebird Dreamscape

Stayed three nights. Amazing views over the marsh, sightings of eagles, willets, skimmers, sandpipers, plovers, and more without leaving the house. Super clean home, well stocked and welcoming. Quite remote, Just the way we like it. Host could not have between more responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa W., Pennsylvania

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

Quiet, beautiful gem on the bay

My family and I stayed here and had a wonderful time. Colette is very responsive and had a lot of great tips. The house was not only very clean with lots of extra amenities, but also beautiful with floor to ceiling windows providing an amazing view that I did not want to leave. Our 7 and 10 year olds loved the fun decor around the house and spent most of their time on the decks and out on the dock spotting birds and turtles, and checking the crab traps which were provided. It was peaceful and perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karren H.

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

Gorgeous views!

We really enjoyed our stay at this little slice of paradise! The views from the screened in porch or the back decks we’re just beautiful. It truly is a birders paradise with bald eagles, purple Martins, Barnes swallows, mockingbird, willets And an abundance of shorebirds. The house was very well stocked including hand soap, dish soap, paper towels, toilet paper, coffee filter and much more. I did bring my own kayaks but really didn’t need to because there were nice ones there for guest use. The house was clean and very comfortable. The upper loft bedroom has its own bathroom upstairs with great views from its own balcony. As with every other place on the eastern shore come prepared With good bug spray to deal with biting bugs when outside. We were there before the horseflies got too bad and there was typically a good breeze when sitting outside on the decks. Pretty much everything that you could need is there for the kitchen and cooking which I was very surprised with. It was a very peaceful and relaxing trip and I would definitely come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

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

Different kind of beach vacation

Of all the VRBO rentals we’ve had this was our favorite. It was very enjoyable for our family of four. The area is very secluded and the only sound you hear during the day are the Purple Martins and only the ocean waves crashing in the distance can be heard at night. We really enjoyed kayaking to the beach and having the entire coast to ourselves. The views from the house are amazing, especially at sunrise and sunset. Even my 14-year-old son commented that it looked more like a painting than real life. The “view” at night is just as entertaining. We would often have clear skies overhead (showing brilliant stars) while watching lightning dance across the ocean on the horizon. The house is very comfortable and well stocked with everything you need, especially the kitchen, allowing us to cook in many nights. The master suite doesn’t offer much privacy from downstairs but that didn’t bother us. The only drawbacks are that there is not much to do in this area and the Greenhead flies will eat you alive in the yard (though, they tend to leave you alone on the deck). My two teenage boys needed a fun day so we made the short drive to Chincoteague for a day of go-carts, etc. Another nearby daytrip was an ecotour out of Wachapreague. We love this setting and fully intend to come back some day. If you enjoy nature and the ocean, without the boardwalk crowds, then it would be hard to beat this location. The only thing I would recommend is a ping pong table in the basement/garage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

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

Between the Waters Bike ride

We had a wonderful time at this beautifully appointed home. Everything was just as advertised. Six kayaks, gas grill, beautiful view and great kitchen/dining areas. Our hostess was wonderful to us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

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

Amazing space with an even better view

The host was amazingly accommodating to a change in our schedule as well as very responsive to our inquiries. The house has just about everything you could need for a stay. The location is great but the view………I could have stayed on the deck for the entire visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirk M.

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

Quite and peaceful

Enjoyed the peaceful time sitting on the deck in the am and pm.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

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

Such a lovely stay

We had a fantastic time kayaking over to the barrier island and encountering various shore birds. We also loved biking around Chincoteague for a day.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

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

Paradise

Absolutely amazing property and location. So peaceful.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elise N.

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

Wonderful

The house was lovely and the location was peaceful. The house came equipped with everything and was very well stocked. We did lots of kayaking as well as fishing and crabbing from the dock. We did day trips to Cape Charles, Chincoteague/Assateague Islands, and the Virginia Aquarium. Collette had great communication with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

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

Nature bliss

The owners were extremely friendly and the beautiful house was filled with art. We had everything we needed for comfort, including a well-stocked kitchen that we cooked meals in as we do at home. The many windows and balconies presented expansive views of ever-changing tides, skies and birds. Kayaking to the ocean beach was special: a perfect 40 minute or so paddle. The beach is virtually untouched by humans so it is private with an abundant amount of interesting seashells. We were there for a week and never felt so relaxed and inspired. We hope to return for another visit.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Windy K.

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

Relaxing romantic getaway

Colette was very friendly and accommodating. Her home and property is gorgeous and very well stocked. We spent 3 nights. 1 day we explored Chincoteague by bike and the second day we explored Cape Charles. We should have stayed longer to kayak and explore the creeks, bay and barrier islands. We spent every night star gazing and every day enjoying the beautiful scenery, nature, birds and wildlife. Thank you Colette for sharing your amazing home💕
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Breathtaking

The view from the house is breathtaking - especially of the birds! We will definitely come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan K.

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

Immaculate, well appointed and peaceful!

The house was perfect for our family’s long weekend stay in April 2024. The location is splendid for its views, water accessibility and peace and quiet. We kayaked to the barrier island (approx.15 min) and found many pristine whelk sea shells. We thoroughly enjoyed crabbing and fishing in the creek as well bird watching. The homeowners really have provided just about everything you could ask for as far as amenities and supplies. Additionally they were very helpful and informative when we had questions. We will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Great getaway

Our family loved our time together at this awesome house. The house was stocked with everything that we could want. We had a great time with the kayaks and fishing off the dock. We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

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

Quiet, secluded getaway with husband.

180 degree view of Metompkin Bay and Ocean beyond the dunes! Sunrises were awesome! Wildlife delightful. Very quiet and secluded. Nicely equipped with everything and more that you might need or want. I will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken P.

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

Virginia Eastern Shore Jewel

Beautiful, comfortable, well maintained home with spectacular views of the marshes and tidal water of the Virginia Eastern Shore. The peace and quiet of this home is only broken by the gentle sounds of the wind and birds. The sunrises are spectacular. The kitchen is well equipped so bring your own food to cook or take advantage of the fresh local seafood. Couldn't have asked for a better getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

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