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2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Porch or lanai
Barbecue grill
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Kitchen
Washing machine
Explore the area
hayes, VA
White Marsh Shopping Center
Place, White Marsh Shopping Center
‪6 min drive‬
Woodville Park
Place, Woodville Park
‪8 min drive‬
Machicomoco State Park
Place, Machicomoco State Park
‪11 min drive‬
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Queen Futon
Living Room 2
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Welcome to The Cottage at Jameslin
Located on a very secluded 15 acre property on the Severn River, directly across from the historic Inn at Warner Hall. Close to the Historic Triangle, (Yorktown, Jamestown, Colonial Williamsburg), the amusement parks, (Busch Gardens and Water Country), and the Chesapeake Bay. Located on the quiet Severn River, you can kayak, canoe, hike, cook out, nature watch, fish and sit on the pier and enjoy the breathtaking sunrises. Jameslin is the perfect retreat if you're seeking solitude, while having quick and easy access to the area's many attractions. Enjoy the cozy fireplace, fully equipped kitchen, relax on the screened in porch, or enjoy the tiki bar area with lighted pond and fountain.
Must contact owner, prior to stay, concerning pets.
Keywords: Secluded, Waterview, Cottage, Gloucester, Yorktown, Williamsburg, Jamestown, Chesapeake Bay, Warner Hall, Boating, Beach, Private, Peaceful, Quiet.
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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
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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Hayes
Located in Hayes, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yorktown Beach and popular attractions include Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA. On-The-Hill Cultural Arts Center and Hampton Roads Harley-Davidson are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and hunting.
White Marsh Shopping Center - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
Woodville Park - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
Abingdon Park - 9 min drive - 10.8 km
Machicomoco State Park - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
Gloucester County Public Library - 11 min drive - 13.5 km
Getting around
Williamsburg Transportation Center - 37 min drive
Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
‪Wawa - ‬6 min drive
‪Duke's Aloha Eats - ‬12 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
‪Chick-fil-A - ‬12 min drive
‪Domino's Pizza - ‬8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Welcome to The Cottage at Jameslin pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Welcome to The Cottage at Jameslin?
As of 1 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Welcome to The Cottage at Jameslin on 11 Aug 2026 start from £152, 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 Welcome to The Cottage at Jameslin?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Welcome to The Cottage at Jameslin?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Welcome to The Cottage at Jameslin?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Welcome to The Cottage at Jameslin located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.5 mi (4 km) from White Marsh Shopping Center and within 6 miles (10 km) of Machicomoco State Park and Abingdon Park. Gloucester Youth Baseball and Shoppes at Gloucester 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.
Peaceful location, courteous host, beautiful scenery. The location puts you far enough away from tourist areas to where you don't have to feel like traffic is an issue but close enough to get to anything within minutes
Thank you so much for a wonderful stay. Your home is so welcoming and beautiful. We really enjoyed our time.
Marc H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Yvonne G.
12 May 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
We had a lovely Mother's Day weekend away and are appreciative of the Cottage at Jameslin. The cottage is quite roomy with a comfortable living room, kitchen with many necessities, large beds and a screened-in porch. Coffee maker/Keurig was supplied, linens for the beds and bath, hand soap, tissues, books, DVDs all available. The host invited us to wander the property and enjoy the boat dock and Tiki bar by the pond. Note: there were dogs running loose and while we love dogs and did not have any problems, some want to know that detail. Host was clear on arrival information and quick to answer questions. With a few updates and attention to detail, this cottage would be even more charming. The home itself shows some wear; the interior walls could use some touch ups. The bath linens were old and thin, but there were plenty of them. There were cobwebs on the furniture on the porch, and in the windows. We were also surprised that the photos included in the VRBO description do not make it clear that the cottage is in the host's front yard, basically. While we were welcomed to walk to the dock and Tiki bar, there were other people around which was awkward, in our opinion. As a former host, I was a bit disappointed and hope there might some updates to the details in the description, specifically the lovely deck that is now a pond and some upgrades to the cottage.
The place was described accurately. The kitchen had everything we needed, the bed was very comfortable, and the cottage was bigger than we were expecting. No issues with checking in or communication. The owners were nice, answered our questions, and made sure we had what we needed, which was fantastic. It was cold when we were there, and we didn't get to fish the river, but we caught plenty of smallmouth bass and bluegill in the pond. The amount of space we had to run our dogs was exactly what we were looking for in a property. Unfortunately, renters should know that there are dogs on both sides of the property that roam freely. We had to keep a close eye on the grounds before we could let our dogs out because they are afraid of large dogs charging at them. Every day, we had issues with dogs running at ours and had to keep our dogs close to the house. This is something to consider if you are bringing your dog. Otherwise, we loved the property and enjoyed our stay. Going into town was easy, and nothing was too far away from the property. It was quiet in the evenings and a nice retreat away from city living.
This cottage is the perfect getaway! The scenery by the deck is breathtaking. The hosts were nice, accommodating, and really thought of every detail to make the stay perfect. Already missing this cottage and Virginia!
We enjoyed our stay! The house was comfortable and the scenery was lovely. It was an easy drive to Busch Gardens and convenient to parks and restaurants. Thank you for a wonderful weekend getaway!
The cottage setting was so peaceful. We took advantage of the tiki hut for dinner and card games. The cottage was very nicely appointed - clean, beautifully done. We would definitely stay again if we visit the area.
If you are looking for a peaceful place to take your dog, this is it. Lots of wildlife, and plenty of birdwatching. The water was very relaxing to be by. The cozy little cottage would be perfect for a small family.
Beautiful property, comfy home off the beaten path yet just minutes from town! Sam and Mark are so kind and readily available. She was very responsive to texts and Mark shared stories of the area. Our 2 dogs accompanied us and enjoyed walks outdoors. Dog friendly home yet did not smell like it! Very clean! Visited Jamestown, Yorktown, Williamsburg, & Chesapeake Bay.
The cottage was a very nice place to stay. It has everything you could need. Its also a very secluded area, so if thats something that you like, then youll enjoy your stay. Bush Gardens and Williamsburg are only 30-35 minutes away. We enjoyed our 3 day stay here, thank you Mark and Sam.
This is a beautiful and serene property away from it all--yet close enough to all of the sites of Williamsburg, Yorktown, etc. Hosts were gracious and accommodating. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Beautiful location- fairly secluded with wildlife and access to water, and is the perfect place to bring the pups. House has cute waterside cottage vibes, and is stocked with almost anything you would need. The property owners were very nice and accommodating.
This property was clean. The beds were comfortable. We enjoyed the porch, the tiki bar, the grill and the fire pit. The owners were great to work with. It was a really relaxing mini vacation