Cottage in Virginia
4 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
About this cottage rental
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.
Amenities at Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Virginia
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
An absolutely perfect spot! We enjoyed everything about this house. The porch swing was a favorite.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
What an amazing VRBO retreat! This cottage is loaded with character, charm, and history. We truly enjoyed our visit. We talked to John, the owner, he was so kind and welcoming. Try it out and enjoy your stay as well!
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
This cottage is so beautiful and clean, close to the nice town of Gloucester, near a wonderful country store for sandwiches and treats - and it was naturally beautiful, too, right beside the river, with an interesting, historic grounds to explore. One of the nicest VRBOs I've stayed in.
6 / 10Average·Sep 2024
It is a lovely location and the cottage is very nice. The steps to the only bathroom are very, very steep. If someone is older, it would be difficult for them. Also, I had the impression that the kitchen garden was attached to the house a well as the river being closer. The distance to each was not too far and both were lovely to see.
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Top rated by guests
10Outstanding
(280 Ratings)
"An absolutely perfect spot! We enjoyed everything about this house. The porch swing was a favorite."
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