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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4900 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bed
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Master Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Countryside Cottage~Deck~Grill~Wi-fi~Belvidere~Near Albemarle Croquet Club
~We welcome you to the Countryside Cottage!
Our place is a small manufactured home that has been totally renovated inside and out and updated to a fresh new place for couples or families traveling to the area. (900 square feet)
Cook on the grill, enjoy the deck and 1 acre yard, star gaze at night with no city lights, cook a yummy meal in the full kitchen, enjoy the electric fireplace, enjoy a good movie on the big screen TV, catch up on work with wifi, cuddle up on the Lazy Boy Leather couch and get a good nights sleep on our new beds!
(1 Queen and 2 Twin XL that fits adults as well)
**Make sure to bring your account information for signing in to the smart TV Apps like NETFLIX, AMAZON PRIME, ETC.
We offer Hulu.
The cottage is only a half mile from The Nicholson House Restaurant and Gift Shop and Layden's Country Store which sells the BEST meat in the area! Gas as well.
Walk the 9 miles of trails, kayak, picnic and enjoy the scenic pond at Merchants Millpond State Park which is only 16.5 Miles away.
Grocery store is 12 minutes away in Hertford.
The cottage is located in a very safe area in the country which is mostly families.
If you like being in the country and can handle a little bit of occasional road traffic from time to time, you will love our cottage!
Albemarle Croquet Club ~3 minutes
Winfall ~8 minutes
Hertford ~12 minutes
Elizabeth City ~25 minutes
Edenton ~30 minutes
Outer Banks Beaches ~1 hour 20 minutes away
VA Beach ~1 hour and 15 minutes away
Our place is a small manufactured home that has been totally renovated inside and out and updated to a fresh new place for couples or families traveling to the area. (900 square feet)
Cook on the grill, enjoy the deck and 1 acre yard, star gaze at night with no city lights, cook a yummy meal in the full kitchen, enjoy the electric fireplace, enjoy a good movie on the big screen TV, catch up on work with wifi, cuddle up on the Lazy Boy Leather couch and get a good nights sleep on our new beds!
(1 Queen and 2 Twin XL that fits adults as well)
**Make sure to bring your account information for signing in to the smart TV Apps like NETFLIX, AMAZON PRIME, ETC.
We offer Hulu.
The cottage is only a half mile from The Nicholson House Restaurant and Gift Shop and Layden's Country Store which sells the BEST meat in the area! Gas as well.
Walk the 9 miles of trails, kayak, picnic and enjoy the scenic pond at Merchants Millpond State Park which is only 16.5 Miles away.
Grocery store is 12 minutes away in Hertford.
The cottage is located in a very safe area in the country which is mostly families.
If you like being in the country and can handle a little bit of occasional road traffic from time to time, you will love our cottage!
Albemarle Croquet Club ~3 minutes
Winfall ~8 minutes
Hertford ~12 minutes
Elizabeth City ~25 minutes
Edenton ~30 minutes
Outer Banks Beaches ~1 hour 20 minutes away
VA Beach ~1 hour and 15 minutes away
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
Add dates for prices
Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Belvidere
Located in Belvidere, this cottage is in a rural area. Jim Catfish Hunter Museum and Rocky Hock Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sound Golf Links at Albemarle Plantation and The Pines at Elizabeth City. Travelling with kids? Consider Arts of the Albemarle and Port Discover. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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What's nearby
- Jim Catfish Hunter Museum - 14 min drive - 18.8 km
- Newbold-White House - 20 min drive - 24.1 km
- Rocky Hock Playhouse - 23 min drive - 32.5 km
- Merchants Millpond State Park - 24 min drive - 32.5 km
- Elizabeth City State University - 33 min drive - 49.0 km
Restaurants
- the sugar shack - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.0/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
12 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lynda B.
14 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lynda B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Q G.
15 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As Described
Q G.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robert J.
27 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation stay
Robert J.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark B.
6 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay
Mark B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Christie L.
14 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cottage
Christie L.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rick R.
1 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Stay
Rick R.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris J.
27 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
work at Gates County Schools
Chris J.
Stayed 25 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
jeff p.
17 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Spot
jeff p.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Pamela P.
1 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property
Pamela P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Daniel H.
18 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Croquet Cottage
Daniel H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
eric c.
10 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
eric c.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Christine S., Belmont, NC
26 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Place
Christine S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
MARY C.
22 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quite and Enjoyable
MARY C.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
8/10 Good
Nikkia W.
26 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick getaway
Nikkia W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
2/10 Terrible
Niara W.
31 Aug 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Visit
Niara W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Debbie S.
17 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home!!
Debbie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
JoAnn T.
10 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
JoAnn T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lynda B.
2 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for playing Croquet
Lynda B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ellie K.
2 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ellie K.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
EBEN M.
6 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was fine
EBEN M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Dina B.
24 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extremely clean and extremely cute
Dina B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
8/10 Good
Tiffany W.
27 Oct 2025
Tiffany W.
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Alan A.
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About the host
Hosted by Allison Layden
We (Allison and Floyd) live nearby on 20 acres and have been renting homes on our property for years.
Our 3 children have been raised in this little township.
Floyd is a commercial fisherman and enjoys selling seafood at the local markets and maintaining the rentals.
Allison homeschools, manages the rentals, enjoys photography, the beach and jeep rides.
Our 3 children have been raised in this little township.
Floyd is a commercial fisherman and enjoys selling seafood at the local markets and maintaining the rentals.
Allison homeschools, manages the rentals, enjoys photography, the beach and jeep rides.
Why they chose this property
Our property is simple but a nice, clean place to spend time with family with all the comforts of home and so much more room than a hotel!
What makes this property unique
All hickory wood floors to deter the problems of allergies from carpet. :)
Languages:
English
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