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Captains Quarters by the Bay - Walk to the Beach with your Pet. Smart TV w/ WIFI

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A kitchen with a central island, white cabinets, a stove, and a window with a view of a red fence and vehicles outside.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a piano, and a woven basket.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, a dishwasher, and a sink.
A two-story house with a covered porch and a wooden fence.
A staircase with wooden steps and a white railing, leading to an upper floor.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Garage parking available

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Norfolk, VA

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Twin Bed

Common area 1

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

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About the neighborhood

Norfolk

Located in Willoughby Spit, a neighborhood in Norfolk, this vacation home is near a water park and on the beach. Norfolk Premium Outlets and Waterside District are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Chesapeake Bay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hampton Coliseum or Hampton Convocation Center. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as motor boating.
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Norfolk, VA

Getting around

  • Newport News Station - 22 min drive
  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Firehouse Subs - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Captains Quarters by the Bay - Walk to the Beach with your Pet. Smart TV w/ WIFI pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Captains Quarters by the Bay - Walk to the Beach with your Pet. Smart TV w/ WIFI?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Captains Quarters by the Bay - Walk to the Beach with your Pet. Smart TV w/ WIFI?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Captains Quarters by the Bay - Walk to the Beach with your Pet. Smart TV w/ WIFI located?

Nestled on the beach, this Willoughby Spit vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Chesapeake Bay and Norfolk Beaches. Ocean View Beach and Oceanview Fishing Pier are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 19 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

8.2/10

Location

7.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! The house has old school charm, and is steps away from the shore line. It was built in 1911, so understandably it had some 'vintage' to it, but this wasnt a problem for us. The owner was very responsive to us.My only negative feedback is that when we arrived, there was an army of fruitflies. Mostly in the kitchen but also the downstairs bathroom, and even dead ones in the refrigerator. I let the host know so they can correct that for future guests. Also, there needs to be some waste paper baskets in every room. Not having a place to put your garbage in a space so large is not ideal. But a terrific price for the space, central air, and the wrap around porch were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great, easy stay

Property and location exactly as listed. Very easy to get to and from the beach. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location location location

Great house right by the beach. Two min walk from house to beach. Wonderful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach getaway

Wonderful old beach house. Honestly the pictures dont do it justice
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Because of a maintenance problem at the original house we booked, I was notified the morning of our 4:00 pm check-in that the unit was no longer available. The host offered another smaller property with fewer beds. I'm not sure what we would have done if he had not had another option.Since it was last minute, we really had no other viable option. It worked out to be fine. It was comfortable. Two of my sons slept on the couches the whole time. There were ants and a few roaches. I know that's a problem at the coast.Also, I paid the pet deposit because I thought my daughter in law was staying at the unit and the dog would be there. Instead she opted for a dog friendly hotel. I did not know this until Thursday afternoon when I arrived at the location. I requested a refund on the pet deposit, but the host did not reply to my inquiry.This is the first time I have rented a Vrbo. I would do things a little differently if I did it again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spacious older home out on the end of the spit

A very clean and comfortable stay with lots of space to spread out, play cards, put out a spread of food, then go walk on the quiet beach.Don’t expect marble and granite here - It’s a charming older home with creaky wood floors and cottage vibes. Beds are very comfortable. Very cool “birds nest” bedroom on the top floor. There’s tons of comfy couch seating for TV at night. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy house, short walk to a quiet beach

We had a week long stay. The house was very spacious and cozy in a quiet neighborhood. A few updates are needed but can see it is a work in progress. It is a very charming older house with a short path to the quiet beach, which has beautiful sunrises and sunsets. George and Kathleen were very friendly responsive to any questions we had. We would definitely rent here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host informed us THIS house was not available on the day of arrival. He switched us to a “cottage” in the backyard. It was filthy, stinky, torn and stained furniture and carpet, with stopped up sink and no heat. It was a duplex with no washer/dryer and doors off hinges leaning on the walls. We left and got a refund, but buyer beware the bait and switch from this host.
Pealing paint everywhere. Could be asbestos hazard with age of home
Cracked and moldy kitchen counters
Missing washer/dryer and doors off hinges. Fan with filth attached.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great get away with beach access!

Beautiful older home with quirks. Beach access is great. Home doesnt keep cool well in the bedrooms, but wasnt a deal breaker. Some picnic ants in the kitchen and the ice maker wasnt working. I let the owner know and they were VERY pleasant. Definitely WOULD RECOMMEND! Great stay. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
When you walk up the steps sag underneath your weight. The house was hot and some of the fans didn't work. George did bring a plug in fan which helped some. There were random holes in the floor. The place was clean. Not as close to the beach as the pictures lead on. The beach part itself was nice. Pretty secluded so not a lot of people. If it wasn't so hot the entire time we would have enjoyed our stay a lot more.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Kitchen was small, had aunts and you feel like you are in a rickety house that is barley holding up. Every time someone one steps the house shakes. The entire house is tilting to one side. There is an upstairs level, with a broken banister, you can see out side at the seem where wall meets roof. The kitchen, bedrooms, living room and laundry room lights are broken, you had to feel around to find your things. Don't dare open a window, there are literally signs stating the windows will fall out. The owner doesn't leave you with any extra trash bags(1 bag), or paper(1roll) products. Every bed is next to a window, with no insulation, the house is on a busy street, you can feel (house will shake) and hear everything. The pictures are misleading. The house is not on the beach, it's on a busy highway that has two houses and apartments behind it and then you reach the beach. You have to take a small path that is sticker filled and dark to get to the beach. You don't feel safe with kids. We would lock the doors but see daylight and was able to just pull the doors open when locked. The porch lights would go on and off due to the electrical issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 23, 2025
What a ridiculous review! Perhaps a home built in 1911 was not for you? We are not beach front, but beach side, with a short walk to the beach. And it is not a highway nor is it busy! Sometimes we just shake our heads at these miserable guests and wonder why they ever left their perfect homes and ventured out into the unsafe world! We are very proud of our Captains Quarters, older yes, but updated, clean and comfortable. Everything works as it should. And the doors lock as they should.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Large quirky house close to the beach

Cool old house, very large - needs repairs + updates to make more functional. Enjoyed old house layout/quirks on 1st floor. Kitchen updated, functional. Only ice maker didn’t work. The 1st floor bath huge, clean, functional. Plenty of seating in LR. DR is good. 2nd floor reno chopped up in way that makes it difficult to navigate. Front 2 BRs w/Q beds are fine, but must walk through the only back BR (2 Twins) to access 2nd bathroom, area with 1 twin, and bottom of spiral staircase to attic area. 2nd floor bath (besides toilet) was not functional. Tiny sink poured water on floor when used. Shower didn’t work. Only functional lighting was set of string lights strung above window. Knob/tube switch for overhead light didn’t work or bulb burnt out. Spiral staircase to attic was sturdy, a plus. When attic used as sleeping space, must descend stairs to use bathroom at night. Not much area where you can fully stand in the attic. Cool space with window unit/baseboards for heating and cooling. Light switch for lamp is located in 2nd floor hallway. Needs near bed. Nice flooring, view of water. One crank window broken at hinge won’t close. Sm hole next to chimney allows water into attic when it rains hard. On arrival, 4-5 windows were open or not locked. Not best neighborhood to leave access when no one there. Short walk to nice beach/water area. Could not access WiFi as check-in sheet was inaccurate, but the owner provided the updated info when asked via message.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
This property is not as advertised. Home is in disrepair. Microwave didn't work. I towel per bed. When I requested additional towels, the owner promised to bring them but did not. He ignored the microwave problem. Doors would not close, Cleaning was inferior. Showers in disrepair. Gnats infestation in kitchen. Old property in shabby condition. Not a good value.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

NC labor day

Very good experience from beginning to end
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice older home

Good stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

mark k.

nice old house close to the beach needs a few small repairs but overall good place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cute house

Very nice house but lites didn’t work in 2 rooms and it was a little further from highway then stated but overall cute clean house
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Historical home

This home is older than the titanic sinking! So much history here. Wrap around porch is great with swings. Comfortable beds. Clean shower
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
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