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Ware Haven Cottage On The Ware River With Pool, Pier, And Kayaks.

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Kitchen open to dining and living.
Pool
Living area
Dining area opens to large screened in porch.
Before flowers and foliage surrounded the pool deck.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Gloucester Courthouse, VA
  • Place, Shoppes at Gloucester
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Brown Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Gloucester Museum of History
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Ware Haven Cottage On The Ware River With Pool, Pier, And Kayaks.

Ware Haven Cottage is located on the Ware River in Gloucester County, VA. - a 20-minute run by boat to the Chesapeake Bay. Enjoy quiet seclusion in a peaceful setting with 270-degree water views, while being only moments from fine dining and shopping in the historic Gloucester Courthouse area. Spend time outside quietly observing the family of bald eagles and other birds like osprey, blue herons, and cranes who nest on the grounds. You may also witness a small pod of dolphins enjoying a playful swim down the river.
Located only minutes from the Virginia Historic Triangle - Yorktown, Jamestown, and Williamsburg, this charming, well-maintained cottage boasts beautiful craftsmanship on the inside and breathtaking views outside. The two-bedroom, one-bath home sleeps six. Fully furnished kitchen, two Smart TVs, kayaks, in-ground swimming pool, and lawn games. With over 200’ frontage on the Ware River waterfront, additional privacy provided by the inlet on the right, and beautiful wooded acreage behind, the Ware Haven Cottage offers peaceful privacy year-round. A boat dock is available for docking your boat or jet ski. The mean low tide at the end of the pier is 4 feet. Enjoy swimming, fishing, kayaking, boating, or just relaxing while the kids play basketball, yard games, or swing on the swingset! You may choose to relax in the 20x40’ inground pool during swim season (end of May through late September) with extensive pool decking, great for relaxing with a cold drink and an excellent book. The large screened-in front porch offers long river views any time of day. Enjoy the large fire pit when it gets cooler outside. It’s perfect for marshmallow roasting and making s'mores!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
Please drive slowly on driveway.
DO NOT DIVE IN THE POOL OR OFF THE PIER.
Do not use side walk chalk or any other drawing/writing utensils on the property.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 902599vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Gloucester

Located in Gloucester, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. On-The-Hill Cultural Arts Center and Cobbs Creek Arts Center are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Main Street Center and Shoppes at Gloucester. Bay School Community Arts Center and Water Country USA are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Gloucester Courthouse, VA

What's nearby

  • Gloucester Public Library - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Shoppes at Gloucester - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Brown Park - 11 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Main Street Center - 11 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Gloucester Museum of History - 11 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Williamsburg Transportation Center - 38 min drive
  • Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duke's Aloha Eats - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Ware Haven Cottage On The Ware River With Pool, Pier, And Kayaks. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Ware Haven Cottage On The Ware River With Pool, Pier, And Kayaks. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ware Haven Cottage On The Ware River With Pool, Pier, And Kayaks.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ware Haven Cottage On The Ware River With Pool, Pier, And Kayaks.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ware Haven Cottage On The Ware River With Pool, Pier, And Kayaks.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ware Haven Cottage On The Ware River With Pool, Pier, And Kayaks. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Gloucester Public Library, Main Street Center and Fairfield Foundation. Shoppes at Gloucester and Brown Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 72 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing stay in lovely surroundings. Enjoyed the eagles.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Went down with my friends and had a great time. Beautiful views!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun stay

House is really nice, yard and porch are great for kids…really nice views!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

What a beautiful property. The house was very clean and had everything we needed. The spot on the river could not be beat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Home

We stayed here with Family and it was absolutely amazing. So much fun! We definitely plan to come back ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and Peacefull !!

One of the best I've stayed in. Very quiet, clean, and beautiful views. I'll definitely be going back !!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great!

This was the second time we've stayed here and would recommend it to anyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing stay!

The place was super duper clean! Perfect place for our family of four and the kids loved having a pool to ourselves for the stay. Loved that the pool had a shallow end about three feet that the kids could walk around in, but a deep end deep enough that they could jump in! Gorgeous sunsets and we loved the screened porch for bug-free and sunburn-free play in the middle of the day.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing vacation

The location and property were beautiful. We enjoyed our week stay. Loved how it was out of town and private yet close enough to travel for food, or site seeing. Nice private pool and lots to do on the property when you aren't site seeing. Cindy and Steve were amazing to rent from very accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful family getaway

Clean comfortable cottage with so much to do at the house and in the surrounding community. Close to restaurants and a quaint downtown. Historical sites are close by, too. Highly recommend for families. Cindy was a great host and everything went as smooth as possible.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Breathtaking Views

The cottage was immaculate and the view’s breathtaking. The owners were so sweet and welcoming. My family had the best time. This has definitely become one of our favorite vacation spots!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful and Relaxing

The property was just as described in the listing if not better. The hosts were wonderful and available if needed. Probably the most relaxing vacation we have had. Thank you for a wonderful vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun, 2022
Thank you, Angie and family! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay. Steve and Cindy
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Beautiful setting. Loved the views, screened porch and pool. Unfortunately the bedroom situation wasn’t a good match for us due to the steep narrow steps to loft queen. If you wish a tranquil setting and a charming cottage this meets the bill.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Escape

Our family really enjoyed our stay. The property is gorgeous and the cottage was very spacious. We especially loved fishing off the pier and swimming in the large pool. There is so much to do in the area and on the property. We didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home away from Home

This is our second year coming to the Ware Haven Cottage. We have made some of the most memorable family memories here and absolutely love it! The pool is such a great way to relax and cool off from the great dock fishing experience. We cannot say enough amazing things about the cottage and Cindy and Steve. We can’t wait to come back another year to this phenomenal cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely

A wonderful place to spend some time. Ware River views don't disappoint. Pool was very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!!!

We enjoyed everything about our stay. It has all that you can imagine to entertain your family. It is immaculate and flawless for the price point. We would definitely book again. 💛
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing and comfortable, the perfect get away

The sunsets and sunrises were magnificent. This vacation cottage was a perfect get away vacation. Property and pool were super clean. Caught 20+ Croakers off the dock when fishing (hint use raw shrimp) Will definitely come again! Thank you Lannings!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun, 2024
So glad you enjoyed your stay! We’d welcome you back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome!

This was our second time staying at Ware Haven Cottage … such a great location, perfect for small families. Hosts always go above and beyond to make you feel welcome. Thanks again, Steve and Cindy!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful area, pool was pristine, water view - Eagle, gulls, big blue. Downtown Gloucester 9 minutes, great Thai/Japanese restaurant. Grilled out one night. Quiet, lovely neighbors too. We are older, the stairs to the upstairs are steep,but good railing, bathroom downstairs so middle of the night visit took a little thought. :)Clean, well stocked, screened porch, rocking chairs, delightful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean!

The property was very quaint, relaxing and comfortable. The pool was huge! The river was wonderful too. We stay in vacation rental homes 6 to 8 times a year and this home was the cleanest (inside and out) that we have stayed in!!! The welcome package was a very nice touch. Thanks for a wonderful stay! We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug, 2022
So glad you were happy with your stay! We’d be happy to welcome you back any time! Steve and Cindy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An absolute fantastic place to stay!

The main feature that drew us here was the private pool and it was amazing. The house is super clean, The property is beautiful with the most peaceful setting on the river that is relaxing and regenerating. The owners are Quick to respond on any questions you might have and make you feel very welcomed and at home. We would definitely rent this place again because there is so much more we wanted to do while we were there. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul, 2022
Luke and Mindy, We're so glad you felt welcome here and were able to relax and refuel! Your family is welcome back anytime. Enjoy the rest of your summer. Steve and Cindy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A fall break getaway

My family and I all have different ideas for what we wanted to do for our fall break vacation and the Williamsburg area met them all. We picked this place due to having a pool and kayaks. The place was cute and quaint. Close enough to Williamsburg but far enough to be away from people. The hosts were very prompt in communications and left a welcome gift for us. The place was clean and well maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A true piece of HEAVEN

The cottage was clean, comfortable and beautifully decorated. It has all the conveniences of being at home in a peaceful vacation setting. We loved the salt-water pool, the pier for a relaxing fishing time, and gorgeous sunset. My son enjoyed the baseball court. We were looking forward to just stay at the property to enjoy the summer days, but we were happy to know that is conveniently located close to mayor stores and a quaint local ice cream parlor we had to visit few times. The historic district is a fantastic place to discover. This was a vacation we won’t forget.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Even better than described

The setting is idyllic; the house is sparkling; the hosts are thoughtful and prompt. What more can you ask for? We can’t say enough about this property. The pool was a perfect respite after a long day at Busch Gardens. Even the trees seemed straight out of a storybook. A true gem.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Steve and Cindy Lanning

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We love to boat, swim, and spend time outdoors. We lived in ‘the city’ for a long time, but couldn’t resist the charm of Gloucester County! We fell in love with this property in 1995 for its beautiful views, privacy, and central location in the county. We have raised our three children here, and they are among the biggest fans of the Cottage! We especially love that our grown children love the Cottage, too, and are always happy to come back for fun, family days spent on the river!

Why they chose this property

Gloucester County offers an ‘off the beaten path,’ small-town feel. The local dining and shopping on Main Street are just ten minutes away and remind us how simple life can be. The Gloucester Brewing Company, our very own microbrewery, is a very popular spot on Main Street.
This property offers privacy and seclusion while being close to many conveniences we’re used to. We love eating quiet dinners on the pool deck, enjoying the views and the peaceful quiet after a fun day playing on the river or the pool. But when we need to, we can always run to the local Walmart, Food Lion, or Dollar General!

What makes this property unique

Ware Haven Cottage is unique in its location with the Ware River to the front, an inlet to the side, and wooded property behind. While the Cottage is located in central Gloucester, making it in proximity to local and surrounding-area attractions, it is situated at the end of a 1/2 mile lane on over 7 acres of land and offers a quiet place to get away from all the hustle and bustle. Lay in the hammock and take a snooze, or sit on one of several porches or the pool deck and enjoy the beautiful views and wildlife. Whatever you choose, you'll find a peaceful, restful haven here.

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