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Cozy Bay Cottage private backyard blocks from beach!

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Beach nearby, sun loungers
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Dining
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71280 sq ft

Popular amenities

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  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

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Norfolk, VA
  • Popular LocationNorfolk Beaches9 min walk
  • Popular LocationJoint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story4 min drive
  • Popular LocationNorfolk Botanical Garden7 min drive
  • AirportNorfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)11 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

This home and location were perfect! We came up from NC to send off our Navy man before he leaves us for 4 years! The ho...
Anitra H.
Feb 13, 2024

About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy Bay Cottage private backyard blocks from beach!

Relax with the entire family or have a cozy romantic getaway at this peaceful 3 Bedroom 2 full bathroom cottage that sleeps up to 7 people while only a 5 minute walk to the beach.
This incredible home features a wood burning fireplace, large private yard, family game room, and is also fully Google smart home integrated for comfortable convenience.
The neighborhood highlights include Bold Mariner Brewery which serves tasty cold local brewed beer and BBQ, Bay Oaks park and many local eateries!

Property manager

Richard W Zapata

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Motor boating 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

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,280 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: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 first aid kit
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

Norfolk

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Bayview, a neighborhood in Norfolk. Virginia Beach Town Center 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 First Landing State Park and Buckroe Beach and Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Nauticus and Virginia Zoo. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as motor boating and other activities like birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Norfolk Beaches - 9 min walk
  • Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story - 4 min drive
  • Norfolk Botanical Garden - 7 min drive
  • Naval Station Norfolk - 10 min drive
  • Virginia Beach Town Center - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Norfolk Station - 21 min drive
  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Azalea Inn Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cap'n Rons Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Banque - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Bay Cottage private backyard blocks from beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Cozy Bay Cottage private backyard blocks from beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Bay Cottage private backyard blocks from beach!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Bay Cottage private backyard blocks from beach! located?

This family-friendly Norfolk cottage is located by the ocean, within 3 mi (5 km) of Norfolk Beaches, Community Beach and Ocean View Beach. Sarah Constant Shrine Beach is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute house
We enjoyed our stay here for our Easter vacation. Richard was a great host. He was very helpful and responded quickly to our question. I would highly recommend this property
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Surprise Visit
It was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anitra H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautifully Renovated Home! 1 block from the Beach!!
This home and location were perfect! We came up from NC to send off our Navy man before he leaves us for 4 years! The home layout and backyard were just what we needed to fellowship and move all around the property! The home even came equipped with a game area so it made interacting while inside easy. It was clean and well furnished. We'll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita B., Charlottesville Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Great open floor plan
Enjoyed our stay! Great living space and fantastic backyard, great for my pup. Very clean and a short walk to the beach. Quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Phyllis M., Atlanta

Not well appointed
This property was attractive at first impression but the devil is in the details. The beds in all three bedrooms were very uncomfortable. The bed linens were akin to Walmart blue light specials. The pillows were also limp but the towels were the worst; they were very thin, small and dingy white. They looked like someone had washed their car with them. The stove and kitchen countertops were greasy but the rest of the house was clean. The bathrooms need towel racks and hooks to hang towels and robes. The pups loved the backyard. The sunset was gorgeous and we loved the mockingbird that sung in the tree every morning. The neighborhood was quiet. This place could be great with some simple and hospitable upgrades.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sandy’s birthday
Very nice house in a quiet neighborhood nice yard and amenities host was terrific Nice area with good restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend stay!
We were in town for the air show and Richard’s place was perfect for us for the weekend. Close proximity to Virginia Beach, and a lot of good restaurants nearby! Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Kathleen B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Amenities were lacking
The property is just as pictured. Only received one bath towel, one hand towel and two washcloths per person so I had to do laundry while on vacation. Most of kitchen equipment was broken or incomplete so we couldn’t cook like we expecting. There are great local restaurants. There was no all purpose cleaner provided or any paper products. The neighborhood is quiet. Easy walk to beach which was also pretty quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

D S.

Could Be Better
We had a nice time at our beach house vacation. Some of our favorite features were the wagon, beach towels, beach chairs and an umbrella. The fenced in yard for our dog, was also great. Overall, the house was nice but there were several disappointing features. The back door is filthy. The back screen door wasn’t aligned properly and the screen is ripped at the bottom. The MB bed was extremely uncomfortable and dipped into the center. It is def time for that mattress to be replaced. The mattresses in the other rooms seemed to be fine. There was dusting hanging off of the fan in the MB. The soap holder in one of the bathrooms is chipping and there is a small hole on the wall where a toilet paper holder was once hung. Bath towels were provided, but their quality was poor. The biggest turn off for me was discovering several pieces of long hair in them. The kitchen towels were no better. Every single kitchen towel was badly stained and/or dirty. I didn’t feel like I was using clean towels. The kitchen provides the bare minimum you need to cook and eat, however if you are planning to pack food to go to the beach or are looking to store leftovers, you will need to bring your own containers and/or ziploc bags. We weren’t able to get the electric BBQ started so ended up using the charcoal one. We were disappointed that we couldn’t the fire pit bc there was no wood provided for it. With some improvements, this house could be a fantastic vacation home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa C.

Nice place, but cleaning needs more tending to...
This was a nice place for our family vacation. The owner was very easy to contact and responded in a timely manner. My only complaint was the cleanliness of the cottage. When we first arrived, the bathrooms didn't seem like they had been cleaned. I found hair in one of the showers and on the edge of one of the fur bathroom rugs. If it was sanitized, I couldn't smell that any cleaning products had been used. One of the trash cans located at the side door hadn't been emptied. Too many flies were around it which was a bit of a nuisance. Again, nice place, but the cleaning staff could have done a better job.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Lyudmila

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house.
The house was beautiful and had the comforts of home. The neighborhood was nice and quite. We were literally blocks from the bay beaches. It was only a short drive to the Virginia Beach boardwalk. There were plenty of stores and restaurants close by. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Dog Friendly Cottage
If your planning to stay in Norfolk and have pets look no further.The cottage was clean and well equipped and is a 5 minute walk to the beach.It has a great backyard totally fenced in so no chance of your dogs getting loose.The neighborhood was very quiet other than the awesome F-18 that flew over on Wednesday afternoon due to the military presence in Norfolk.We will definitely be back but stay longer next time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant
Nice and cozy house, short walk to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlene W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Saying Goodbye
This was a great place! Clean I’m very comfortable location was great within walking distance to the beach. My son is in the Navy and it was very close to the base we had an opportunity to say goodbye and then we’re able to come back and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ceria S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
The house was very nice and clean and in a good area I will be back again .!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Donna A.

Loved fenced back yard
This property was as described. Pros: Property allowed us to bring our fur baby. The kitchen had all necessary items. Washer and dryer was nice as were the games, cart, beach umbrella. Loved fenced backyard for our fur baby, with grill, hammock, chairs and fire pit. The three bedrooms plus recreation room were also a plus. We also liked the location. Cons: The place was not cleaned well. Crumbs on dining room table and dust and other debris throughout the cottage. The outlet behind the loveseat apparently didn’t work. There were plastic bottles left behind loveseat (water and Powerade) as well as a few checkers. The stove top was smeared and could use a thorough cleaning. Underneath the kitchen sink smelled. The hall toilet seemed to be running constantly. Coffee container was essentially empty and laundry detergent had only a corner in it. There were no dryer sheets. I’m including the information about the coffee, detergent and dryer sheets because your description stated they were available. Overall, we really liked the cottage and enjoyed our stay. Richard was readily available and check in was a breeze. We would love to return and take advantage of this nice property at some point in the near future. Thanks for allowing us to spend time at your cozy cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hilda F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place if you want to live by the beach
We were a group of 6 people with my fur baby a German Shepard. The house is in excellent condition clean and close to the beach with a nice backyard where the family can sit and enjoy the barbecue..Kitchen is beautiful with pots pans and everything you require. Nice cosy place will recommend to my family and friends and we will surely visit this place again. Richard is a good host and answered our calls whenever we needed . Thank you Richard
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Family Location
Great spot - close to beach, playgrounds, and amenities. Richard has provided a beach house full of thought for holiday makers. From games to hammock - our only regret was being so busy we didn't get a chance to truly relax and make the most of the house
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jolena N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach vacation
Very clean and was beautiful!! Would definitely recommend for a beach vacation!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Joe B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The "other" Virginia Beach
My family and I wanted to try a new location and searched Virginia Beach, which is what I thought I had rented. Upon arrival, we learned we were in Norfolk Beach on the Western shore of a large bay. We found sandy, nearly empty beaches, 80-degree water, one-foot waves, and fishing. The kids had a great time without the commercialism of VB or OC. The house has been completely remodeled and is a "smart" home and "Hey Google" was fun to play with. It came with a beach cart, towels, and chairs, a wonderful luxury. VB is 30 minutes away where you get real ocean waves and crowds. We visited the Naval Yard and toured the USS Wisconsin, a very cool tour in downtown Norfolk. Would stay again. .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice beach house
Conveniently located. Local beach is about a 10 minute walk through a mostly residential area. . Very quiet beach, plenty of room between groups. No lifeguards. Sandy beach with very little seaweed, no shells and no seagulls!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick trip to the beach
The house was the perfect size for us. We wanted to be near the beach on a budget and the worked great for us. The back yard was nice for shade and relaxing after a day at the beach. The property manager was easily available and helpful. The wagon full of beach chairs and umbrella was very helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tonya F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home.Owners seems nervous
The owner was contacting me about the about the dog barking even though he knew about her.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem in a Small Neighborhood
Other than my parents, the rest of our group have never been to Virginia before. We were actually scheduled to go to my brother’s wedding, but found it difficult to find a flight in the area of his wedding venue. After a bit of searching, we fully relied on faith to book a stay at the Bayview location. We’ve never booked with Vrbo before, so we were really nervous because there weren’t any reviews on the property; we were probably only the second people to book the location; the first people had visited a week or so prior to us. The host is SO nice! Not only is he nice, he is very considerate and thoughtful. He communicated regularly and answered any questions within minutes of me asking them. He put all of our minds to ease when I booked the location, advising that he had everything we may need on the trip and was considering adding even more. He even went as far as giving us a call to speak with us about his property and the different locations that we could visit in the area. When we finally arrived, it was a God send that it was so close to the airport. Our flight was already an evening flight, and it didn’t help that it was delayed by about 2 hours. But the nice thing was being able to get to the Bayview location within 20 mins of leaving the airport, to enter a clean, warm place that had everything we could’ve asked for and more. We were able to sleep everyone comfortably, the location was quiet, and even if there was a chance that we had forgotten something, there were backup items there (i.e. toiletries, laundry detergent, and towels). Everything was clean in the house, except for maybe the floors (they were a bit sandy), but we think it’s because not everyone takes their shoes off at the door like we do in our family. But, as I mentioned, everything was available as if it were a real home away from home, so it was an easy fix. I managed to vacuum, sweep, and mop in a short amount of time one day on the trip. The host had brand new games available for us to play, still in the boxes and shrink wrap. My 3-year old niece enjoyed playing Jenga, Operation, and Pie Face. The host also had a wagon stocked with towels, an umbrella, and three beach chairs that we were able to use to bring to the beach a block away. My dad, who has trouble walking long distances, was able to walk to the beach with my niece and sisters one day without a problem. Everything was great and we really want to stay again. We will book it again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022