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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Heathsville, VA
  • Place, Marshalls Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Cordreys Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Northern Neck Farm Museum
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Loft

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Outside Shower near Patio

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Sunrise and Sunset at the Bay

HIDDEN TREASURE!! Unique property with Sunrise AND sunset views right on the water. Relax on your own private mini-beach and take amazing pictures on your private pier. Enjoy expansive million-dollar waterfront views of the Potomac/Chesapeake Bay in Virginia. Rejuvenate drinking your morning coffee on the private pier watching the sun rise, Spend the idyllic day relaxing on the waterfront grassy lawn or on your private beach. sped the evening reconnecting with loved ones by the outdoor waterfront fireplaces. Recharge on the hammock in idyllic surroundings, enjoy the tree swing, play tag with your kids in the wide open waterfront lawn, or simply enjoying a glass of wine watching the Sunset. Romance under the starry skies, put your legs up and forget your worries. Live, love, laugh and make wonderful memories with your loved ones. Swimming, fishing, biking, canoeing, paddleboarding are all included with stay. Just bring your love of nature and plan on having a memorable time!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 2265886vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Heathsville

Located in Heathsville, this cottage is on the beach. Northern Neck Farm Museum and Reedville Fishermen's Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Rice's Hotel / Hughlett's Tavern and Confederate Memorial Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Heathsville, VA

What's nearby

  • Marshalls Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Cordreys Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Northern Neck Farm Museum - 15 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Rice's Hotel / Hughlett's Tavern - 21 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Deltaville Marina - 58 min drive - 76.1 km

Getting around

  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little River Seafood - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Newsome's Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Los Portales - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Los Patrones 2 - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪T & J's Dairy Barn - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunrise and Sunset at the Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sunrise and Sunset at the Bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunrise and Sunset at the Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunrise and Sunset at the Bay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sunrise and Sunset at the Bay located?

Nestled on the beach, this Heathsville cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Marshalls Beach and Cordreys Beach. Ginny Beach and Buzzard's Point Marina are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Awesome stay for a weekend sightseeing and relax!

beautiful place with waterfront stay, plus sunrise and sunset view! Had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2022
Laura, Glad to hear that you had a great time! Thanks for submitting a review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph A.

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

Beautiful location

Great location, beautiful sunsets. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laszlo B.

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

Amazing

We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2022
Thank you Laszlo for the review. Glad to hear that you had an amazing stay at the property !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya M.

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

Great stay

The property was clean and very well stocked when we arrived. It is not the biggest but it has everything you need to enjoy the beach. We had a great time there. Owner was very responsive when we had an issue and got back to us quickly and kept us updated on the issue until it was resolved.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug, 2022
Thank You Tanya for taking the time to submit a review. Much appreciated! Glad to hear you enjoyed the private beach among other things. Have a great rest of the summer. We look forward to hosting you in Heathsville in the near future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Great experience

Had some friends stay here for my wedding, they all left raving reviews of the property. Thank you Raj!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oscar R.

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

Summer trip

Me and my family had the best time in the cottage.The communication with owner was excellent and view was outstanding.The field was really good for our kids to play at and the neighbors were really friendly as well! We highly recommend this cottage đź’™
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug, 2022
Thank You Oscar for submitting a review. Glad to hear that the kids and adults had a great time at the cottage! Look forwarding to seeing you in Heathsville in the near future! Have a great rest of the summer.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

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

Wonderful Family Getaway

We loved everything about this cottage! It is a wonderful place to take the family to just getaway and have a great time. We caught crabs, went fishing off the dock, took my son out on the paddle board, spent hours on the swing, played in the sand and made S’mores. The place is fully stocked! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2022
Colleen, We are happy to hear that you had a fantastic family getaway! Thanks for submitting a detailed review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette O.

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

Perfect Getaway

If you want to wake up in the morning looking at the water, hearing the waves while seeping your coffee this is the place to go! They provide activities like bikes; fishing rods and game boards House is cute with very equipped kitchen. Host was responsive and accommodating. We had a good time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

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

Labor Day Relaxation

We loved the view and proximity to the water, the swing and firepit were very popular. Very nice to have wood available. The beds, although a little small were VERY comfortable. Not too far from the store if you forget a grocery item, very well stocked kitchen! We plan to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Patti N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Very nice

We e enjoyed it a lot. The only thing that was disappointing was the relative inaccesibility of the beach. We would have appreciated a railing that went to the bottom of the stairs. Otherwise, the outdoor space was exceptional. The indoors was very comfortable, though a few table lamps would have been useful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept, 2021
Greetings Patti. The Pier is 6 feet from the ground with 9 steps that are 9"-12" apart such that all age groups can safely and easily get to the beach area. We sincerely apologize that you were not comfortable going down the steps. We pride ourselves for being available 24/7 via phone or text and there is staff available to assist within 15 minutes from the cottage. We wish you had reached out to us for assistance. We do value your opinion and have added railings on both sides, and it is ready for your next stay =)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kolleen k.

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

Amazing Outside Area

First off, the owner of the property is amazing. Very good communication! The house was clean and well stocked with kitchen items. But lets move on to the best part, outside. The outside area is set up as an oasis. Every morning I got up and drank coffee on a swing watching the sunrise, at night we gathered as a group with cocktails and watched the sun go down. You get amazing views of both. The firepit area is lovely and perfect for a night outside. The size of the property and greenery gives you a totally private experience. They have plenty of outdoor comfortable chairs, two screened in areas with lots of room and cushioned cozy couches and chairs. We plan on coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2022
Kolleen, Glad you had a great time at the property! Thank you for taking the time to write a review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abhishek S.

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

Dream vacation home with everything you will need to make it a memorable experience

We had a wonderful time staying at this beautifully kept home. It has its own private beach and a pier which made everything so much more luxurious. The house was equipped with everything you would need to make your stay memorable. Owner was super nice and responsive. A fully equipped kitchen, clean bedrooms, super clean bathrooms, washer dryer and many more amenities. The view from the screened porch and the entire from yard is just breathtaking. We were lucky to spot dolphins right from the porch on multiple mornings. The gazebo outside and the campfire place next to it is just beyond description. You could actually spend an entire evening there relaxing and watching the bay. We were 4 kids and 4 adults and each of us had a super awesome time staying at this place. Definitely looking forward to return back for another getaway at this place. Cheers đź‘Ť
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Serene stay on the Bay

This was a perfect place to spend a long weekend, celebrating the 40th birthday of a friend! There were 3 of us and we each comfortably had our own bed on the first level of the house. Raj was very responsive when we had an issue first getting into the house and helped us resolve it quickly so we could begin our stay. The highlight of the property to us was all the very intentional, beautiful outdoor spaces/areas. From the screened-in porch, to the two distinct fire pit areas, to the outdoor lounge setup w/ mosquito net, to the amazing tree swing -- just so many different "staged" areas to migrate amongst to enjoy your stay. Highly recommend downloading the phone app, Sky Guide, and using it on the incredible clear night skies you get here -- you can learn about the various constellations and can see SO MANY of them above the waters of the Bay and Potomac. Thank you, Raj, for the lovely stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2022
Julie, We are glad to hear that you had a fantastic time celebrating your Friend's 40th! Appreciate you taking the time to write a detailed view.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LAURA G.

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

Perfectly charming

Our week at the Sunrise to Sunset cottage could not have been better. Raj was the very best host imaginable - responsive, thoughtful, and truly interested in making our stay wonderful. We loved the cottage. It was clean and well-appointed for every imaginable need or occasion from cooking some pretty entailed meals to occupying the kids with both high-tech and some really fun low-tech amusements like puzzles and games. Our kids loved the loft. The back porch looking out over the bay and river was made for morning coffee and evening glasses of wine. But what can’t be replicated anywhere else was the fantastic outdoor spaces this cottage offers. The spider swing in the beautiful old oak tree, the grills next to the picnic shelter, the dock, and the beaches were all amazing. I learned to paddle board on this trip and it was amazing!! We cannot wait to do this again next year! We are making the plans already!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2022
Laura, Thank You for submitting a detailed review of the property including the beach, puzzles, grills. We are so happy that the adults and kids had a great time at the cottage. We look forward to seeing you again in Heathsville!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

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

Spectacular Thanksgiving

We stayed for our Thanksgiving this year, Wednesday-Saturday. It was splendid. The house is charming, highly comfortable, and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. The view from the housen is breathtaking, and there is so much yard space to enjoy outdoor activities, including the swing set up right on the tree by the back porch. My kids loved the swing! So much fun. The other outside features and accessories were also great. We had a nice fire in the firepit by the water, and did smores and warm pie. Perfect on a cold November evening. My daughter and I also took the supplied bikes out for a ride around the countryside. Beautiful, and relaxing ride. I think we saw only 1 car while biking the roads. Raj is also a great host, very responsive, and went out of his way to ensure we had a great time.And we did! One of the best Thanksgivings ever. Highly recommend the property. Thanks so much , Raj!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec, 2023
Paul, it was a pleasure to host you at Sunrise to Sunset at the Bay for the Thanksgiving holidays. Glad to hear that you and family enjoyed your stay at the cottage. We look forward to seeing you in the near future. Happy Holidays!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Relaxing Long Weekend

We have a wonderfully relaxing long weekend with family and friends at Raj's beach house. Our kids loved playing on the beach and in the water and we enjoyed all the outdoor spaces.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy D.

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

Definitely plan to return. The outdoor space and all the amenities on the property were awesome!

Great experience! The property owners were easily accessible and very prompt to answer any and all questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crissy L.

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

Sweet Northern Neck Getaway

Our stay at this Heathsville getaway was a thoroughly enjoyable time. Being on the dock overlooking the river was great- a little too many jellyfish to wade, unfortunately, but we took advantage of the canoe. There's a screened in dining area that we used each night as well. Very clean, and the check-in couldn't have been simpler with the Ring installed.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa W.

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

Family Time

This property is the perfect place for enjoying the gifts of a lazy summer day. The view from the screen porch is amazing and the kids loved the swing. We enjoyed eating outside and sitting around the firepit late into the evening. The house was small but very comfortable.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ali S.

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

Beautiful cottage with tranquil surroundings

Heathsville, VA is a small town with quaint homes tucked along the natural riverfront. The cottage was beautiful and had much to offer; fire pit, small private beach on the river with chairs/seating as needed, a dock perfect for reading or enjoying the water and animal life, a fully-equipped kitchen with great appliances, comfortable beds, clean sheets/towels. The owner accommodated us well, was responsive if any questions arose, and provided many amenities that usual VRBO hosts do not. We enjoyed our stay at the cottage and are planning on coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra B.

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

Beautiful Atay on the Potomac

Stayed with family for a long weekend. Kids loved the swing, running around the property, crabbing off the dock. Kitchen was equipped with everything you might need. Sunrise and sunset was so beautiful. The fire pit was great. Our family had the best time. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie R.

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

5 stars all around

What a quaint little town is Heathsville! We were totally enamored as soon as we stepped out of our cars and into 180-degree views of the expansive Potomac and Chesapeake Bay. The house is small, but more than sufficient with all the creature comforts, updated technology, new appliances. But listen, if you spend all your time indoors while at the river it's a shame. The grounds that come with this house are wide and expansive. The concrete patio has covered shaded dining and lounging areas, a firepit that seats 8 lovely adirondack chairs (which we used nightly), a wide flat grassy area with a swing and hammock (which our kiddos and adults loved), then you walk a few steps down to your own private beach and dock where we caught fish and crabs. We also saw dolphin, sharks and skate swim around us on the dock. We stayed over the 4th of July and we had nightly fireworks shows along the Virginia and Maryland riverbanks - amazing amazing amazing. We absolutely loved our stay here. Raj is a gracious host, very kind, responds quickly and even went out of his way to get us recommendations for local fresh seafood catch. Highly recommend - 5 stars all around!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn O.

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

Great spot tucked away for relaxing vacation

We had an excellent stay in Heathsville! Raj was an excellent and very proactive host! Check in instructions were clear, the place was spotless, and our view was incredible! The house was as described and had everything we needed for a great weekend: grilling on the back patio, paddle boarding and fishing from the dock! We enjoyed the screened back porch and fire pit as well! What a great property and great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Raj Bansal

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I am a physician who works hard in a Military hospital in Bethesda, Maryland. I live near Tysons corner in Northern Virginia with my husband and 2 children. I am honorable, principled, happy, truthful, friendly person, with a type A personality for cleanliness and a minimalistic, modern approach to life. This cute cottage is our happy place that we brought on our 20th wedding anniversary. We would love to share it with others, and give everyone the opportunity to feel the love, peace and joy!

Why they chose this property

For water lovers- this place is paradise in Virginia! This property offers private waterfront cottage, private pier and private small beach. You can see sunrise, Sunset, and clear starry skies! The quiet cottage gives immense peace, happiness, calm and rejuvenates you! It is our happy place and hope it becomes your happy place too!

What makes this property unique

Unique waterfront / beach front property, just 2.5 hours drive from DC. You feel relaxed just driving to this place. It offers free swimming, canoeing, standup paddle boarding, fishing, biking and waterfront lounging right on site. Since it is flowing water, there is no green algae. Both sunrise and sunset views offer a unique photographic opportunity! It is almost like a "mini resort" offering million dollar views and memories!

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