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Historic Beachfront Home With Stunning Views Of The Chesapeake Bay!

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Outdoor dining
Perched near Willoughby Bay, Chesapeake Bay Cottage offers an idyllic retreat with wrap-around porches boasting panoramic views. Step inside and unwind in the exclusive living space on the second floor, complete with its own bathroom.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathrooms390 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Beachfront Home With Stunning Views Of The Chesapeake Bay!

This exquisite Victorian residence, built in 1917, offers breathtaking views of the splendid Chesapeake Bay. The home boasts three bedrooms: one queen on the ground floor and two queens along with twins on the first floor. It features four full bathrooms, three adorned with marble and granite, and one showcasing tile with granite finishes. Wrap-around porches provide panoramic vistas, making it an idyllic spot for relaxation and hosting loved ones. The second floor presents an exclusive living space complete with its own bathroom. Located mere steps away from the beach, which is less than 20 yards from the property, and a short stroll from a renowned fishing pier and restaurant on Willoughby Bay, this home promises a perfect blend of leisure and luxury.



Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Absolutely no smoking allowed in the house!Thanks

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 4,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Please: no parking on grass (buried tank), ask before bringing unlisted guests, and avoid moving furniture to keep everything guest-ready.
Please flush only toilet paper, keep pets off beds, and kindly clean up after them—thank you!
Please leave the oven clean, wash used dishes, and avoid staining linens or towels—thank you!

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Non-refundable pet fee of $99 for up to 2 dogs

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We welcome children of all ages!

Events

No events allowed
Events: only under 25 people with fee of $1000.00

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking allowed in the house!Thanks

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: Events: only under 25 people with fee of $1000.00
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Property Registration Number 926601

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Norfolk, VA

What's nearby

  • Norfolk Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Oceanview Fishing Pier - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sarah Constant Shrine Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ocean View Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Community Beach - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk Station - 19 min drive
  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ocean View Fishing Pier Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪OV Beach Tavern - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Beachfront Home With Stunning Views Of The Chesapeake Bay! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Beachfront Home With Stunning Views Of The Chesapeake Bay!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Beachfront Home With Stunning Views Of The Chesapeake Bay!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Beachfront Home With Stunning Views Of The Chesapeake Bay! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Willoughby Spit vacation home is steps from Chesapeake Bay, Norfolk Beaches, and Oceanview Fishing Pier. Ocean View Beach and Community Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Historic Beachfront Home With Stunning Views Of The Chesapeake Bay! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 147 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paola M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time staying at this beautiful and spacious home! The location is excellent just few steps a from the beach. The house was fully equipped with everything to make our stay comfortable and stress-free. From the well-stocked kitchen to the cozy living spaces, everything was just right. My family and I truly enjoyed our time here and made wonderful memories. Highly recommend this property we’d love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our 3rd year staying at the Big Blue House. Everything we need is right there. Walking on the beach, swimming and our daughter’s family likes to fish off the pier.Quinn was very responsive when we had an issue with the washer. He got it repaired quickly. We really enjoyed our time there. We hope to come back next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Angelina T.

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

Time to rest

Love the house and location unable to use various porches due to pending repairs would love to revisit when all repairs are completed
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

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

Excellent we would stay here again.

Excellent place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anina D.

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

Last minute vacation….totally worth it

Big Blue House was wonderful! The response time when we had an issue with the heat was quick and friendly. We loved the location and the proximity to restaurants, fishing and sights. We loved our last minute vacation and would absolutely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

Beautiful place!

Home was beautiful as well as the view. The home has character and feels like home when you walk in.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan E.

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

Amazing Stay at an Amazing House!

The Big Blue House does not disappoint! Super clean, well appointed with everything you need for a great stay on the beach. Home is historic with amazing views and close to all we needed to see and do in Norfolk and Virginia Beach. Host communication was awesome! Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark b.

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

Winter wedding anniversary retreat

My wife wanted a place on the beach with her dog for some days away with me over our anniversary. This place was perfect for us Despite very cold weather we enjoyed the well-insulated and cozy dwelling.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy T.

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

Short Family weekend getaway

We had a great time at this home, beautiful oceanfront view and great location. Would love to come back again, thank you Quinn and Deborah, very friendly host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

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

Big Blue was Great!

Excellent experience with our 4 night stay, exceeded our expectations. The home was everything we had hoped for, and more. Very large house, well maintained and clean, right on the beach. We liked the location, has a local feel unlike Virginia Beach oceanfront. We hope to return again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Property is very nice front gate needs to be fixed very difficult to open and close
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue T.

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

Great place to spend time with your family

It was perfect to have a beach to ourselves.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Richard R.

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

Air Show

We were there to attend the Warbirds over the Beach Airshow. Loved the house!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Briyana S.

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

Lovely

Perfect beach front location, lots of space!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan L.

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

Great stay

Overall a great vacation. House location is great because you basically have a private beach right on the bay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kira H.

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

What a gem!

This property is amazing! The best part about it is the location. Right on the beach next to the pier that has a restaurant. We loved it! The house is great, it has lots of space and a barbecue in the garden. The pictures don't do justice. The communication with the manager is fantastic; they were ready to resolve any issues immediately (they even sent us a high chair for our baby to sit with us at the table, as our portable high chair could not fit the tables in the house). We will definitely be back. Thank you so much for a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Great house!

We enjoyed staying in this beautiful old house! There was more than enough space for our group of 5. Being right on the beach was lovely. I would recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

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

Relaxing vacay on the bay

Loved this beautiful old home and how close we were to the beach! Pet-friendly and the host was very helpful. Many games for the kids were already at the house. We had a fantastic week there together!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amelia C.

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

Good family time

We enjoyed the beach and the porch!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian C.

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

Great stay just steps from the beach

Property is well situated with direct access to the beach. The historic property is clean and well kept with responsive property manager.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Autumn C.

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

Great Stay

Great property! All the charm of an older house with just the right amount of newer amenities. House was clean and well stocked with amenities. Great location right on the beach. Would recommend to anyone looking for a stay in Norfolk!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely house

Charming old house with great furniture and decor and all modern amenities. Plenty of space and right on the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

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

Vintage Charm and modern comfort

This house is gorgeous! The updated and moderness of the kitchen and baths was just enough without taking anything away from the vintage, old world charm. The house was clean, had many ameneties and little touches that were appreciated. I look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt B., Richardson, TX

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

This beach house was exactly what I needed for the celebration of my son's wedding.

Simply said this house was excellent. My family and visitors enjoyed the house, the weather, the beach, and most importantly out time together there.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tracy l.

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

Amazing property

I literally cannot express how amazing this property is. My family and I enjoyed every minute we spent in this beautiful home. The property is on the beach and was absolutely beautiful With a stunning view and easy walk to the fishing pier for a good dinner. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024