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Beautiful & Peaceful House Overlooking the River. Pets Welcome! Kayaks and Dock

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A view from a balcony overlooking a lake with a dock, a boat, and a white picket fence.
A spacious dining area with a long wooden table and multiple chairs, large windows offering a view of the outdoors, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a microwave.
A window with a view of a deck and a body of water.
A large house surrounded by trees and a white fence.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a dresser, a nightstand, and a window with a view of trees.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
This vacation home includes a hot tub for relaxation. It accommodates 10 guests across 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The property features a patio, balcony, and a private boat dock for water activities. It is pet-friendly and has a jetted bathtub. Explore nearby attractions like Captain John Smith National Historic Trail and Stifel Conservation Easement.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Foosball on-site
    A rare find — the foosball table is waiting for you.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dock
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Hot tub on site

Explore the area

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Gloucester, VA
  • Place, Captain John Smith National Historic Trail
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Walter Reed Birthplace
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Middle Peninsula State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bunk Room

2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Beautiful & Peaceful House Overlooking the River. Pets Welcome! Kayaks and Dock

Welcome to York Overlook! Enjoy this three bedrooms house for the entire family! Put the kids in the bunk room with a single over double bunk bed and a double bed, the kids will enjoy the primary bathroom complete with a shower and separate soaking tub to splash in. There is a second bedroom on the main floor furnished with a single over double bunk bed, great for kids or adults to enjoy. There is a hall bathroom with laundry room and shower also. Upstairs is the primary bedroom that is a true RETREAT with a king bed, separate sitting area, full bathroom and even a lovely balcony to enjoy. The house includes great spaces for recreation for all! the main living area is a fantastic OPEN CONCEPT space including a wonderful updated modern kitchen including breakfast bar seating. There is a cozy kitchen table and a large dining table along with comfortable seating to watch tv and movies. Enjoy AMAZING VIEWS from the full wall of windows. Outdoors features a porch overlooking the river and fenced in yard. The home is on a hill overlooking the river. Enjoy a fabulous dock with a launch for kayaks and a slip for your boat. Home is complete with everything needed to enjoy the water, kayaks, and paddles and life vests. Set up a picnic or play with the kids on the sandy beach by the river. There are outdoor games such as volleyball and cornhole, as well as a myriad of indoor entertainment including table shuffleboard, darts, foosball, games and table puzzles. Truly a WATERFRONT paradise for your family to enjoy.

For a money saving vacation, just stay onsite and enjoy your family time. If you want more adventure there are ample activities just a short drive away.

Colonial Williamsburg 1 Hour
Bush Gardens 1 Hour
Compass Family Entertainment Complex 45 Minutes
Several Small Waterman Museums Within an Hour
Downtown Gloucester 10 Minutes
Gloucester Point Fishing Pier 25 Minutes
Historic Yorktown and Yorktown Waterfront Beaches 30 Minutes
Fishing Charters Nearby
Sailing Charters are out of Yorktown Waterfront Pier or York River Yacht Haven

There is also a large flat sandy area between the house and river for the kids to pitch tents and of course there is a fire pit.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3438730vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Gloucester

Gloucester is home to this holiday home. Walter Reed Birthplace and Gloucester Museum of History are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Gloucester Golf Club and Severn Yachting Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kaplan Arena or Busch Tennis Courts.
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Gloucester, VA

What's nearby

  • Captain John Smith National Historic Trail - 9 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Walter Reed Birthplace - 11 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Beaverdam Park - 18 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Middle Peninsula State Park - 19 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Busch Gardens Williamsburg - 46 min drive - 53.3 km

Getting around

  • Williamsburg Transportation Center - 56 min drive
  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hardee's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬58 min drive
  • ‪Pierce's Pitt Bar-B-Que - ‬55 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful & Peaceful House Overlooking the River. Pets Welcome! Kayaks and Dock pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful & Peaceful House Overlooking the River. Pets Welcome! Kayaks and Dock?

As of 13 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful & Peaceful House Overlooking the River. Pets Welcome! Kayaks and Dock on 3 Nov 2026 start from £698, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Beautiful & Peaceful House Overlooking the River. Pets Welcome! Kayaks and Dock?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful & Peaceful House Overlooking the River. Pets Welcome! Kayaks and Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful & Peaceful House Overlooking the River. Pets Welcome! Kayaks and Dock?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful & Peaceful House Overlooking the River. Pets Welcome! Kayaks and Dock located?

Situated in Gloucester, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Captain John Smith National Historic Trail, Walter Reed Birthplace and Stifel Conservation Easement. Middle Peninsula State Park and Ark Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for our work crew! The home was clean, comfortable, and a great place to relax after long days on the job. Everything was as described, and we had everything we needed. I would definitely rebook this home the next time our crew is working in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This is a lovely home with a beautiful view. Very clean. We came to the area to visit Williamsburg and Jamestown. It should be noted that it is a 50 minute drive to Williamsburg from this property. Enjoy !
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and warm atmosphere. Very clean. Beautiful location. Lovely views from multiple areas in the home. Great reading “nooks”. Great fenced in yard for our two dogs. Host(s) responded quickly to any inquiries.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review. I'm so glad you enjoyed the little reading nooks. My wife is a reader and I notice how she likes to have different areas around the house to sit, relax and read. I hope you'll come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Holiday visit

Was very happy with our stay and would recommend to anyone who is looking for a place on the water front.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fall break

We enjoyed our stay. The location was peaceful and relaxing and the sunsets were incredible.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for sure

Clean and very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun 2024
Thank you for staying at York Overlook. We are very glad you enjoyed yourself and look forward to welcoming you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

We loved it! Beautiful location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The absolute BEST! Our new home away from home!!

The property had everything! It had picturesque views, serenity, fun activities for all age groups, and a fun layout! The owner is top notch and extremely accommodating. will stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2024
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Historic triangle

Very nice property with a beautiful of the river.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend getaway.

We enjoyed our stay in Gloucester. The property was as presented and we brought our small dogs with us who loved the completely fenced area in the back of the house. The views were amazing and we thoroughly enjoyed getting out on the water!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. I have pups myself and one of my favorite features of the house is that fenced in are. It gives them a place to play safely.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful view

Everything went great! Very clean house and beautiful view! We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thanksgiving Vacation

Great property. Wonderful views. Quiet and peaceful. Hosts were tremendous with their instructions and details regarding our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Dec 2024
I'm so glad your family was able to enjoy the Holiday. As owners who take pride in handling our own guest interactions, it was our pleasure.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Guys weekend

Great property and location. Visited Busch Gardens and went go karting. Had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great size space

Great size space and it was very easy to extend.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan 2025
Thanks for the review Lisa! I'm glad you enjoyed our property.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very Enjoyable

Great communication! A very relaxing location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Lake House

We came to town for a wedding. The house and surrounding environment were very peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun 2024
So glad everything went well for the wedding. You are welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great property with view

great view of York River, lots of amenities with things for all ages. Completely furnished , lots of games, books, utensils, privacy etc. for family members of all ages. You can sit and relax or go for a canoe or kayak ride. Just a really nice place. The owner manger was very helpful and seemed to really care about guests' experience. Stayed for 9 nights over the summer and had a wonderful experience.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing waterfront property

My marine daughter wanted a girl cousin weekend before shipping off to Okinawa. They came from South Carolina, Ohio Maryland and Northern Virginia and this was an awesome place to meet and spend the weekend. So thankful to have had this time and perfect place to relax and have some fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peace and Beauty by the River

We came to Gloucester to attend a family gathering, and this beautiful house was perfect for our needs. Mark is a kind and attentive host, the house is thoughtfully equipped (with even a "Just in Case" basket of personal care supplies), and it was wonderful to be able to watch the river from the common rooms. Many thanks, Mark!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family trip

Owners communicated with us prior to booking to answer a couple of questions. The home was very nice, fully stocked kitchen with appliances, dishes...(which we loved being we came from out of town.) Home had a lot of beds to fit all of us and a lot of seating in the living room area! Beautiful view from the living room, kitchen and back of house. Next time we come to Virginia to visit family, we would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

One word - Awesome

This home was amazing. The house was well kept and prepared for a great vacation. Mark made the whole process so easy and was always so quick to respond to any messages we sent. The location is so great, from amazing sunsets, watching Bald Eagles, and great fishing. We could not find one negative thing about the property. Highly recommended for a quiet family vacation. We are already planning our return trip in the near future!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov 2023
Thank you so much for the review. Being a small owner of just a few rentals, my goal is to create the atmosphere reflected in your review. It means a lot to me that families get together and enjoy their time at the property. While I can't make the fish bit, I'm so glad to hear they were doing just that during your stay. Made me want to get out there myself. See you next time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spacious, Charming and wonderful for families!

My family had a wonderful time! The communication w/the owner was excellent. The kitchen was fully stocked and many seating options. The porch and back of the house overlooks a panoramic of the water-just beautiful. The game room was a huge hit for kids/adults alike. The owner kindly provided firewood. We even caught a few fish off the nearby bridge. We loved it:)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing along the river

The house comfortably provided room for three adults and two medium sized dogs. The fencing of the back yard was a true bonus for the dogs. We enjoyed relaxing along the river. We were completely surprised when we saw dolphin swimming in the river. The town of Gloucester offered quaint shops and a wonderful bakery/cafe (Sweet Tooth Cafe). Found great food at Olivia's in the Village and Lulu Birds Kitchen. Just an enjoyable week.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice, but….

Nice property however needs a deep cleaning….refrigerator, under beds, sticky floors, and ceiling fan definitely needs attention. Nice area. The dining area antique table and chairs are not comfortable…the rest of the couches and chairs are good…lots of room and nice game room.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2025
Joseph, Thank you for the feedback. The home was in fact deep cleaned just after you left. I'll check myself to ensure that the ceiling fans got attention. That is often overlooked by the crews. Glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just beautiful

I was absolutely pleasantly surprised how beautiful this home was. A lot of antique pieces was a thrill for me to see, and the dining room table...whew! It was such a lovely piece! We had plenty of room so we didn't feel cramped. The bed upstairs was definitely more comfortable than my own at home. We definitely didn't want to leave, and hooe to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2024
Carla, Very glad you appreciated the antique pieces. I like to shop estate sales and I LOVE antique furniture. We'd love to have you again.

About the host

Hosted by Sarah

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Originally a Bostonian, my heart has always been on the water. Hosting water front homes has become a passion.

Why they chose this property

I love homes with nice western and southwestern views. I'm more of a sunset kind of guy.

What makes this property unique

My properties are set up to have a complete vacation without ever leaving. We try to set up multiple gathering areas and activities. It's not just about the house, but the memories you make there.

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