Captains Quarters by the Bay by RedAwning

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A modern kitchen with a large window, wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a ceiling fan.
A two-story house with a covered front porch and a front door.
A covered porch with a swing chair and a hanging chair, a wooden deck, and a white building with a window and door.
A bedroom with two beds, a wooden floor, a ceiling fan, a rocking chair, and a spiral staircase.
A kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and wooden shelves.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Chesapeake Bay

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • High-speed internet
  • Air-conditioning
  • Garage parking available
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Norfolk, VA
  • Place, Norfolk Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Oceanview Fishing Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Naval Station Norfolk
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

Loft Room

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Dining area

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About the area

Norfolk

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Willoughby Spit, a neighbourhood in Norfolk. Norfolk Premium Outlets and Waterside District are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Chesapeake Bay. Virginia Air and Space Center and Nauticus are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Norfolk, VA

What's nearby

  • Norfolk Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Oceanview Fishing Pier - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Naval Station Norfolk - 7 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Old Dominion University - 17 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Waterside District - 25 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

  • Newport News Station - 18 min drive
  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Firehouse Subs - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Captains Quarters by the Bay by RedAwning pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of USD 116 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Captains Quarters by the Bay by RedAwning?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Captains Quarters by the Bay by RedAwning?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Captains Quarters by the Bay by RedAwning?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Captains Quarters by the Bay by RedAwning located?

Located in Willoughby Spit, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Chesapeake Bay and Norfolk Beaches. Oceanview Fishing Pier and Ocean View Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a nice little place with a good yard. The street was much less busy traffic wise than what I thought it would be.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your positive feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the property and found the yard to your liking. It’s great to hear that the surrounding traffic was less than expected, providing a more peaceful stay. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lots of space

Very spacious house and yard. Neighbors were friendly. Great location too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2023
Thank you for your feedback and for staying in a RedAwning property. We look forward to hosting you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quirky but perfect for us

It’s on a busy road, but the yard is fenced. The easy walk to the beach was very nice. The heat worked great, which was good, because it was a cold weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Feb, 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you appreciated the convenient walk to the beach and the effective heating. Your comments are valuable to us, and we hope to welcome you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect home with alot of space.

Excellent stay. House was exactly as described in listing, no surprises. Older home with a lots of charm. All appliances and furnishings were up to date and entire unit was very clean. Parking was off street and spacious.. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2023
Thank you for staying with Redawning. We look forward to hosting you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

True norfolk ocean experience

Great fun at wonderfully quirky hone right next to the water. Got the sense of being old school norfolk holiday family. Lots of construction happening with the motorways in the area so be sure you arrive during the daytime. Had a super time. Perfect for exploring Newport News, Williamsburg, Jamestown, Norfolk, Yorktown and the Delmarva peninsula
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Older home with nice kitchen

Older home with it's own character. Did mention to owner, that not enough coffee cups & drinking glasses for more than 4 people.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul, 2023
Thank you for your feedback and for staying in a RedAwning property. We look forward to hosting you again.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Major repairs need to be done to this property

Out of the 5 bedrooms they advertise, only 2 have privacy. You can't even use the king bedroom because the roof leaks. The only bathroom on the 2nd floor can only be access by going through 2 of the bedrooms. Overall, until they do some work to clean this property up, I would now recommend it at all.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan, 2025
Thanks for your review. We have checked for a leak and found there is none, but the window was left open, so that appears to be the issue.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Great Space and Location, Poorly Maintained

We really loved the location, 5 minutes along a private path to a nice, fairly private beach. There was also a lot of space in the house, with the caveat that three of the five sleeping areas (counting the King loft upstairs) all share the same entryway, and aren't really private from each other. The kitchen only had a few spoons and knives, but we bought more and left them behind (you're welcome to those who stay after us!). The biggest downside was the poor state of the house (there wasn't a specific category for this, but I would give it like a 2/5). I knew it would be an old house when we booked, but I didn't realize so much of it would be falling apart! There were exposed nails everywhere, electrical fixtures hanging from sockets, a shower door that falls to the floor and shatters if you try to move it, several windows that are falling apart or unable to close, etc, etc. I think with some care and attention, this place would be worth 4 stars, easily. But as-is, I'm giving it 3...
Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
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