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Welcome to Oyster Shell Cottage
Your private dock, bring your boat, fishing gear and some bait for crabbing
Enjoy a lazy afternoon on the dock
Afternoon view of the pool
Al fresco dining table on the screened in porch

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Heathsville, VA
  • Place, Ingrams Bay Marina
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Northern Neck Farm Museum
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Reedville Fishermen's Museum
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Futon

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds and 1 Single Futon

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Family-Friendly Waterfront Home Pool Dock Kayaks Row Boat Games Chesapeake Bay

Welcome to your Chesapeake Bay vacation rental—a spacious and family-friendly 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath cottage located right on the water. This home comfortably hosts up to 8 guests and includes top-tier amenities designed for both relaxation and recreation.

✔ Private pool
✔ Fenced backyard—kid-friendly
✔ Private dock with kayaks and rowboat included
✔ Fast Wi-Fi and smart TVs
✔ Fully equipped kitchen
✔ Linens, towels, and starter toiletries provided

The home features a bright, open layout with charming coastal décor. Sleep soundly in four well-appointed bedrooms, and enjoy spa-like touches in the bathrooms—including a walk-in shower and a classic claw-foot tub.

Spend your days swimming, paddling, fishing off the dock, or exploring nearby attractions. In the evenings, relax with waterfront sunsets and outdoor dining.

This is more than a vacation rental—it’s your Chesapeake Bay home away from home.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 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, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please review the Rental Information for additional checkout instructions in the Welcome Binder on the kitchen bar.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
We kindly ask that you treat our house with the same respect and care as your own so that future guests can enjoy the same quality accommodations.
Acknowledgement: this home has stairs, pool, dock with access to open water, firepit. Being fully aware you voluntarily accept full responsibility.
House parties and group gatherings are not permitted. Only the number of guests listed in the reservation are allowed on the property.

Important information

You need to know

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

Heathsville

Located in Heathsville, this cottage is on the waterfront. Hughlett Point Natural Area and Bush Mill Stream Natural Area Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Compass Entertainment Complex and Reedville Fishermen's Museum.
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Heathsville, VA

What's nearby

  • Ingrams Bay Marina - 13 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Good Luck Cellars - 17 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Northern Neck Farm Museum - 18 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Reedville Fishermen's Museum - 21 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Buzzard's Point Marina - 22 min drive - 25.5 km

Getting around

  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little River Seafood - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Newsome's Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Los Portales - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Horn Harbor Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Los Patrones 2 - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Family-Friendly Waterfront Home Pool Dock Kayaks Row Boat Games Chesapeake Bay have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Family-Friendly Waterfront Home Pool Dock Kayaks Row Boat Games Chesapeake Bay pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Family-Friendly Waterfront Home Pool Dock Kayaks Row Boat Games Chesapeake Bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family-Friendly Waterfront Home Pool Dock Kayaks Row Boat Games Chesapeake Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-Friendly Waterfront Home Pool Dock Kayaks Row Boat Games Chesapeake Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family-Friendly Waterfront Home Pool Dock Kayaks Row Boat Games Chesapeake Bay located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Ingrams Bay Marina and within 12 miles (20 km) of Good Luck Cellars and Northern Neck Farm Museum. Hughlett Point Natural Area and Mary Ball Washington Museum and Library 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. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

Amazing Home with Everything You Need!

This home has so many amenities to make your stay very comfortable. It is very thoughtfully appointed with everything you need. The home is beautifully decorated with comfortable beds and furniture. The wraparound porch, pool, and dock make for awesome outdoor living as well. We really enjoyed our time with family here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2025
Thank you so much, Michael. We are so happy you found our home just what you needed to make your family vacation comfortable and enjoyable. Please come back anytime- we are open year-round!!!
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful Vacation

The house is beautiful and spacious. It had everything we needed and then some. My daughter enjoyed the pool as well as using the kayaks to explore. The adults spent most of our time on the huge porch enjoying the water views. The property is very quiet, so if you are looking for a secluded getaway this is the one for you. Communication from the owner was excellent and she was very helpful. Highly recommended and hope to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2024
Hi Dustin, Thank you for your review. I am so happy you and your family had a relaxing time at our cottage. I hope to see your name on my reservations again!!! The cottage is open for rentals year-round, so consider a stay in the fall, winter, or spring - all seasons are beautiful on the river! All the best, Alison

About the host

Hosted by Alison Wilson

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As transplants from Annapolis my husband and I have always had a strong affinity for the Chesapeake Bay and the entire region. Having recently discovered the beauty and nature of the Northern Neck region we found this beautiful home on the water that we wanted to share with others. We like to travel around the country and in Europe and in doing so have stayed at a number of VRBO properties that we truly enjoyed and now get to share that same hospitality with others. Please let us know if there's anything you don't see here that we could add to the property, we want to make your stay the best it could possibly be.

Why they chose this property

We found that being situated towards the end of the creek shelters us from larger storms and seas that you find on the Bay while still being just a few short turns from open water. The homesite is peaceful with regular breezes and is just minutes from the local conveniences of Kilmarnock, White Stone and Reedville.

What makes this property unique

The Coastal Carolina design with its open spaces, hardwood floors, screened porch and pool make it a comfortable setting for families as well as couples. Here you can be as away from the crowds while still being only minutes from local attractions, restaurants and marinas.

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