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Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate

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Property grounds
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

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Gloucester, VA
  • AirportNewport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)39 min drive
  • Popular LocationBusch Gardens Williamsburg40 min drive
  • Popular LocationWater Country USA42 min drive
  • Popular LocationCollege of William and Mary46 min drive

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 Cottage on Ware River Estate

Come spend your vacation in this quiet, peaceful setting on the Ware River. This charming and romantic 2 story cottage has hand hewn post and peg construction dating to the 1890's. There are fireplaces in both the living room and bedroom with ceiling fans in the bedroom and on the front porch. Just in front of the cottage is a restored icehouse used to store vegetables and dairy with blocks of ice brought from up north by steamboats down the Chesapeake Bay. The waterfront is a short stroll down our private oyster shell drive and has a pier with a floating dock, table, chairs and fishing gear. This is a perfect spot for watching our beautiful sunsets while enjoying a glass of wine, fishing, crabbing, or launching your canoe or kayak. The Cottage is 1 hr from Richmond or Norfolk, 2 hours from DC, 45 min from Williamsburg, 30 min from Yorktown, and 20 minutes to the Arts and waterman community of Mathews. It provides a great home base for exploring this beautiful and diverse region of Virginia.

Property manager

Sherri

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

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
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Please provide crate if you leave your pet alone.

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 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 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 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

Gloucester

Located in Gloucester, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Yorktown Victory Center and Deltaville Maritime Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Deltaville Marina and Alewerks Brewing Company. Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Busch Gardens Williamsburg - 40 min drive
  • Water Country USA - 42 min drive
  • College of William and Mary - 46 min drive
  • Merchants Square - 47 min drive
  • Williamsburg Premium Outlets - 51 min drive

Getting around

  • Williamsburg Transportation Center - 47 min drive
  • Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Subway - 10 min drive
  • Chick-Fil-A - 10 min drive
  • Little Italy Ristorante - 10 min drive
  • McDonald's - 10 min drive
  • IDK Raw Bar Grill and Gaming - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is 5.4 mi (8.6 km) from Riverside Walter Reed Hospital and 12 mi (19.2 km) from Machicomoco State Park. Middle Peninsula State Park and Gloucester Point Beach Park are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 233 out of 242 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 242 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 242 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 242 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 242 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Syndee V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cabin & Area
Cute cabin. Porch was perfect in the morning. Listening to the birds while drinking coffee was relaxing. Location was perfect as we have family in Onemo. It was a relaxing & perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

david w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience
Excellent base for exploring Williamsburg, Yorktown and Jamestown. Beautiful historic cottage on expansive grounds. Dead quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johann T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
We did a short stay over a weekend - the weather was bad so we weren't able to do much in the area, but the host answered all our questions and was very pleasant to work with. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Darlene and Jerry Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
Lovely accommodations. We felt like we were staying in our personal B&B! Clean and decor quite appropriate for the era. This would have definitely been a 5-star rating if not for the TV situation. We would have liked watching TV at night after our long days of sightseeing. However, you cannot simply watch network TV. So know your passwords for streaming!! Also, if you have ANY mobility issues, you will have difficulty navigating to the bathroom and bedroom which are up high steep stairs. But if you don’t have mobility issues or TV concerns, you will love your stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas in Williamsburg
This lovely cottage is about an hour's drive from the Historic Triangle: a little farther than we had anticipated, but this in NO way spoiled our trip! The "Middle Cottage" offered us a place to call "home" from our travels.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Middle Cottage for Christmas
The host had everything prepared for our December visit, including holiday decorations and fire laid in the fireplace! The cottage is thoughtfully designed and furnished. The surroundings are peaceful. We did not hear a single car, plane, or siren for our entire stay. And the stars! We would definitely rent this cottage again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Getaway to Williamsburg
Very relaxing visit. Nice property. Nice owners. Our only issue was with the fireplace, which was more trouble than pleasure. Very disappointing.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Fall get away.
This was a perfect place to celebrate our birthdays/anniversary trip since November is our celebration month. Precious house that gave us excellent down time and special memories. We loved every minute!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely!!
The cottage was beyond adorable! It was decorated to perfection, and the property was quiet and peaceful. We took many long walks with our small dog who was in heaven!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen P., US

Liked: Cleanliness
Two night trip with dog.
The cottage was adorable and perfect for a couple and small dog. It was so peaceful and the grounds were beautiful and expansive. We would love to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glebefield Cottage
Clean, quiet and private. Easily accessible. Kitchen very well equipped. Bed and bedding very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway Location
This beautiful property is the perfect place for a wonderful, relaxing, long weekend. Even our dog, Misty, fell in love with this location. Sitting on the swing reading, looking at the stars, watching the ospreys and herons from the dock, taking long walks, and exploring the area were exactly what we needed. We are looking forward to returning as soon as we can.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodi V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Total relaxation
Loved everything about this place
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay here I only wish we had more time to fish on the pier and explore more. We plan to return soon. Our 4 year old daughter loved the treehouse and tire swing they had as well! The history of the place is very interesting and the gardens are nice we got to drink our coffee and watch the hummingbirds.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage by the river
The property is absolutely stunning, with beautiful gardens and access to the Ware River. The Cottage is small and tidy with decorations appropriate to its location. The kitchen is well equipped. Great area with lots to do either on the various rivers or bays or in the quaint small villages. A gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Getat
We enjoyed staying in this beautiful cottage and having access to the dock a short walk away. Beautiful property with all of your needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carsten D.

Liked: Cleanliness
What an absolutely charming place!
This is a great old-modern house! The cottage itself is from the 1700's, but it most certainly does not feel like it when you're staying there. All the modern amenities, including super-fast 500MBit/s wifi (yeah, I'm a techie, it matters to me ;] ). The property is gorgeous, access to the dock is a huge bonus, the river is just so peaceful down there. Just thoroughly lovely and enjoyable all around, we'd love to come again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will return
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible, charming place
We had an amazing time staying at this property. The place was extremely clean and well-maintained, and the house and grounds are so gorgeous and charming. We would look forward to returning again some day.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
We had such a wonderful time staying at the Middle Cottage. It is a beautiful quiet property away from the hustle and bustle of things. The owners, John and Sherri, were wonderful hosts and John even took time to tell us about the history of the Glen Roy estate. The cottage is the perfect size for two people and I absolutely loved relaxing on the swing on the front porch. Thank you John and Sherri! We hope to return in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricio R.

Liked: Cleanliness
All around great stay
Such a well appointed cozy cottage on a beautiful estate. Hosts were super friendly. Great location for checking out that part of Virginia. Hope to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break Steeped in History
My son and I enjoyed spring break at this beautiful historic property. It was our base to learn about Virginia's colonial history, but we found ourselves longing to get back to the cottage and estate to enjoy the peace and quiet and watch the ospreys down on the river. The cottage is beautifully maintained and while historic has everything that we needed, including excellent WiFi. A huge thank you to our hosts for a wonderful spring break getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Cozy Cottage
Our short stay in the cottage was wonderful. The fireplace was a nice touch on a chilly night. Very cozy for 2
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful property
I was going to sleep on pull out couch , but mattress soiled and old with what appeared to be a blood stain. There was a clipped post mark envelope dated from 2019 on the mattress. I could not sleep there. Friend slept upstairs and I slept on the floor on a blow up mattress. House lovely and beautiful property Linda Whitman
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carter L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Wonderful Getaway
We thoroughly enjoyed our short stay. The cottage has just the right mix of solitude, comfort, and natural beauty. This is our second stay and we’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022