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Rustic Beach Front Apartment - Cozy, Rustic and On the Beach! - 2 BR/1.5 Bath

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A two-story house with a sloped roof, a front porch, and a chimney. - Rustic Beach Front Apartment - Cozy, Rustic and On the Beach! - 2 BR/1.5 Bath (Norfolk)
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Rustic Beach Front Apartment - Cozy, Rustic and On the Beach! - 2 BR/1.5 Bath provides amenities like a garden and a playground. With amenities like a beachfront location and sun loungers, this cottage is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 587 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Rustic Beach Front Apartment - Cozy, Rustic and On the Beach! - 2 BR/1.5 Bath

  • Welcome to our Rustic Beach Front Apartment. This unique space has been carved out of the basement of our 100+ year old beach cottage. We've recreated this unique space into a bright, clean, comfortable and cheerful little unit where you can create wonderful family memories.

    I think it is the best location in Ocean View - the beaches, although not quite private, are fantastic! We are situated directly on the water, just walk out your door down the sandy path and you are right on the beach of the beautiful Chesapeake Bay!

    The kitchen features a full size refrigerator, full size gas stove/oven, and all the essentials for meals.

    It consists of 2 Bedroom and 1 Bath and is accurately described as a basement apartment, inside a beautiful rustic beach cottage. It has it's own private entrance and parking. The windows are the smaller casement style, that contain 3 air conditioning units.

    You must be able to step down into the unit by descending 3 stairs. Beware, if you are over 6' tall - no jumping allowed!! - there are radiator pipes running along the ceilings that are typical of this type of basement apartment.

    If you are tall, bring a hardhat!!

    And if you've ever played basketball in the NBA, this may not be the right place for you!!

    We are situated directly on the water, just walk out your door and you are right on the beach of the beautiful Chesapeake Bay!

    I want to temper your expectations with this unit. It is over 100 years old and while I love it, it may not be for everyone as the appliances and plumbing fixtures are a bit dated. This is an apartment that has been created out of a basement space. It is clean and comfortable and of course, on the beach. The ceilings are low and the windows are small. We have done our best to create a comfortable space for you and your family to enjoy! The emphasis though, should be on the beautiful Chesapeake Bay Beach and being able to enjoy it while staying in a beach front unit.

    Even with a thorough modernization the property is a historical home that is now over 115 years old. It has some eccentricities that reflect building standards and designs from the turn of the last century that lends to its charm as an older beach cottage. But even so, we hope that you will love our older and charming home.

    Once a reservation has been made, we do not revisit/refund if you have reduced the number of guests or have chosen to not travel with your pet.

    Quiet hours begin at 9 PM.

    This is a Family/Residential unit and area. No loud music or noise.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Please smoke outside only!

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 940 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Possible Extra Charges: Cleaning fee of $99 to remove pet hair from bedding or furniture Early Check-In $75 Late Check-Out $75 (if available)
Pet Fee is $99 If not disclosed prior to your stay, the pet fee is $200 Pets must be house trained and stay off of bedding and furniture
Check Out is 10 AM. A fee of $45 per hour is charged beginning at 10:05 AM We can not keep the cleaners waiting!

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets must be house trained; Pet Fee of $99

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
No Parties! No loud music after 9 PM

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please smoke outside only!

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No Parties! No loud music after 9 PM
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Norfolk, VA

Getting around

  • Norfolk Station
    24 min drive
  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF)
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Beach Front Apartment - Cozy, Rustic and On the Beach! - 2 BR/1.5 Bath pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rustic Beach Front Apartment - Cozy, Rustic and On the Beach! - 2 BR/1.5 Bath?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Beach Front Apartment - Cozy, Rustic and On the Beach! - 2 BR/1.5 Bath?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Beach Front Apartment - Cozy, Rustic and On the Beach! - 2 BR/1.5 Bath located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cottage Park cottage is just steps from Chesapeake Bay and Norfolk Beaches. Ocean View Beach is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

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Reviews

Rustic Beach Front Apartment - Cozy, Rustic and On the Beach! - 2 BR/1.5 Bath Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 48 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Atlantic Coast Adventure

Great location for quiet Atlantic coast experience. Accurately described. Perfect for a short get-away to the beach. Host was readily available and helpful. We enjoyed the community of OV.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Visit dad and brother and sister in Norfolk

The property was just as described, it was a perfect little spot on the beach. My brother and I were able to get up every morning and take a walk on the beach before visiting with our dad and siblings. Our brother lives in Norfolk and this house was only 2 miles away. I was very happy with our stay
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Perfect for a quick trip or week stay

Location was great. Neighborhood was nice and also pretty quiet. The walk to the bay was very quick and easy to do. Grill on the property was nice. The sink and the half bath didn’t work at the time of our stay. Some of the sinks and appliances were a little rusty, but you are at the beach. Overall a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Interesting

The ceiling was low, bathroom sink was clogged. Bathroom floor needs work. Property was clean and beds were comfortable. Loved being at the beach. They have a different Property i stayed at on an earlier date that was great. Although we didnt care for the mentioned things, the process was easy and the owners were good to deal with.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Winter Getaway

Wonderful accommodations. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The fact that the beach was in your backyard was honestly the best thing ever. Mere steps and you’re standing in front of the water. So peaceful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Quick trip to see Moran Wallen

Great place in a great location..... Just be ready for "Rustic"
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Recommending

Loved the ease of access we had to everything. Place was as described on website. Will be recommending.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and relaxing

This property delivers! House is right on the beach. Beach is not crowded at all. Luxury linens and comfortable beds. Only complaint was we couldn't get WiFi or watch TV. We were there during hurricane Dorian so guess that may have been a factor. It didn't matter to me but the children were a little bummed. A wonderful place to relax and be on the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
The location of the property is perfect. It’s just a walk to the back for the beach so that was amazing, but the property itself needs better upkeep. There was mildew in the bathroom and on the utensils and pots. There were crumbs layer of dust on some surfaces, and the smell hits you as soon as you open the door. Communication was nonexistent, even though we were able to figure out the problems ourselves, It would’ve been nice to get a reply back to the messages I sent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Not What We Pictured

It didn't look as well in person as it did in the pictures. The property description was accurate in that it was a basement space, but it was VERY rustic and misleading as far as the actual beach access. We thought that it was a back or side door with direct access to the beach - it is not and you have to walk around the house, where others are renting above, to get to the path to the beach. The beach itself was exactly as we expected and had hoped for. It would have been nice if there had been a outdoor sitting area for our part of the house. For the age of the house, the owners have definitely tried to work with what they have, and it is cute, but a little too rustic for our taste.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

property not recommended

We would not recommend this property as a vacation rental for anyone. There is no rustic charm . . . just an old, dirty, moldy, damp basement and probably not even safe. The smoke alarms were disarmed and laying about the property, material stuffed into electrical sockets and a couple of exposed light sockets overhanging the shower, mold everywhere especially the kitchen sink and taps, holes and water stains in the ceiling, rusty old refrigerator. We paid almost $2,500 for 4 people plus pets to stay here. Only 2 of us stayed as there was no refund and we couldn't afford alternative accommodation . . the others were totally repulsed and did not stay. Good beach access and nice beach!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Not exactly what I expected

I knew we were staying in a basement apartment, and that was ok. But I did not expect the disrepair. There were holes in the ceiling and some spots in the walls that were fixed but not painted. Being a basement there was a very musty smell and an odor from previous pets that stayed. A dehumidifier and some air freshener would go a long way. I bought some Febreze and used the whole bottle throughout the week and finally got the smell under control. There was only one functional bathroom and it was very small, the other half bath was out of order. Being on the beach, it would have been nice to have a spot to hang wet clothing outside to dry. More towels for a week stay would have been nice. We only had 2 per person. On the upside, the beds were comfortable, there is a large tv and the internet worked well. For the most part the apartment was clean, just needed some tlc. I was not expecting 5 star accommodations and knew this was an older property, but for the cost of the stay I think some things could be fixed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful access to beach

Was pleasantly surprised at ease of access and entire rental process
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cozy place for a quick getaway. Great access to the beach!

Second time staying here and would come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location

Would not stay again

Seems over priced unless you’re ONLY paying for being on the beach. Otherwise house is in pretty bad condition. Property manager very polite and professional. Beach is very nice as well. House seems to be falling apart. Would not stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unexpectedly Perfect Location

I was hesitant about low ceilings, but my 6'1" husband was fine. The apartment was clean and cozy. It was the perfect location to take advantage of the surrounding area without too much hustle and bustle. I really appreciated the low traffic and noise, the private parking, and semi private beach. Will definitely book this property again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Not Worth It

The beach was lovely, but everything else was a bust. The space is in poor condition: my kid punctured his foot on an exposed carpet staple, there is visible mold throughout the ceiling, and the ceiling is reinforced with shims as it is also visibly sagging with damage. The a/c is cool (though very, very loud). The bathroom has unfinished drywall in the shower cubby, the bathtub faucet does not work (shower only, which is not great for kids), and the water would shift to scalding without notice. I felt unsafe having my kid in the tub with the water running as the temperature was so variable (the upstairs neighbors also warned us about this issue). Though the listing says it sleeps 5, we were also charged an extra guest fee for 3 adults and 1 toddler. I contacted the host to ask about this and they said that the fee is triggered after 3 guests. I cannot find this anywhere on the listing, and the just told me to contact VRBO. I did, but VRBO said that the host is the only one who can help. Frustrating all around. Will not be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Was a very good little place right on beach .

It was nice little place to stay with couple people and small dog. It stayed really cool inside and was right on the beach. Great location too.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect spot to chill on the beach

Overall everything was great! Short walk to the beach and plenty of room for my family including the dogs. I would definitely recommend this listing for people in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great service and pet friendly

The management here it’s the best. If you have any issues all you have to do is reach out. We loved the apartment. It was perfect for me, my husband and our two dogs. The Beach is just a few steps away. It’s nice to be able to take walks on the beach especially with my furry little babies. Stay here and you won’t regret it. George and Kathleen offer top notch service and at prices you can afford..
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Love the private beach and the property was great. Check in is always a breeze and we will continue to stay at this property. We absolutely loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick Beach Getaway

Cute rustic place and description is very accurate. Straight path to the beach. Communication with property manager was great. We would definitely stay here again if there were not any people in the rental above this one. The nights are very difficult to sleep because you can hear everything they are doing (i.e., music, laughing, banging around etc). But if you can sleep through anything this place is for you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Little Cottage Getaway

My family of 3 stayed at this property for 5 days. The location was absolutely perfect! It is on the beach and the area did not get crowded at all! The property pictures and description are accurate and the hosts are so kind in all their communications. We had an incredible time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome stay!

We had a great time! It was nice not having to drive to the beach! The beach was not crowded at all, it was almost like a private beach!