Private, 7-acre waterfront retreat on Winter Harbor Haven

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Property grounds
Exterior
5.0
Outstanding(119 Reviews)

House in Chesapeake Bay, NC

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this house rental

Whatever the season, this home is a tranquil, private vacation retreat! Chessies' Cove sits on Winter Harbor Haven, which features year-round water access to the Bay that's only minutes away by boat, plus excellent crabbing and fishing, smooth and peaceful kayaking and robust bird watching. At the house, you can enjoy wonderful views of the wetlands and Harbor out to the Chesapeake Bay from the 10X50 screened-in deck or inside via the expansive windows.

When you enter Chessies' Cove, you are quickly touched by the sun-drenched feel of the house. The home features heart-of-pine floors throughout the main floor, all reclaimed from a factory in Connecticut. The open kitchen plan makes for a welcoming space for all. Separate eating areas, both inside and on the screened-in porch, provide ample space to enjoy a meal. The living room has comfortable seating for reading, napping or watching TV. There are three bedrooms on the same floor; one has two twin beds, another has a queen bed and personal access to the bathroom shared with the great room, and the master bedroom has a queen bed with its own bathroom and waterfront screened-in deck access. The loft space, with two twin beds, as well as a sofa and chair and ottoman, provides another place to lounge and relax. There is a TV in the loft, as well.

Chessies' Cove is located only minutes from Main Street in the quaint town of Mathews, where shopping and dining are plentiful if you want to venture downtown. The house has a gas grill as well as a charcoal grill, and the kitchen is well appointed, so onsite dining might be your preference at least part of your stay.

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS:

The charming town of Mathews has a variety of restaurants and shops for you to explore, many of which feature works by local artists and crafts people.

If you want to spend time on the beach, Bethel Beach Natural Area Preserve is just a short drive away. Consisting of 83-acres of sandy beach, low dunes and salt marshes on the Chesapeake Bay, Bethel Beach is home to rare plants, nesting birds and the endangered Northeastern Beach Tiger Beetle. Other beaches also are located close by.

NEW POINT COMFORT NATURE PRESERVE is a short 15-minute drive. It provides a unique look at life at the edge of the Chesapeake Bay. The lighthouse is the third oldest still standing on the Bay. Depending on the tide, this site combines tidal shallows, mudflats, beach, exposed pilings, and deep offshore channels, all of which offer their own assortment of numerous water birds, lusty displays of fiddler crabs and yellow Seaside Dragonlets, our only truly saltwater dragonfly. You may experience this beauty on the boardwalk, or launch a kayak or canoe there. Located in Mathews County at the southern end of Route 600, Virginia Historical Marker N-89.

In addition to the restaurants in town, you can find waterfront dining close by. Check out Hole in the Wall, located on Gwynn's Island and just a quick 10 to15-minute drive; or try Merroir Tasting Room, which is just a bit further in Topping.

For the golfers in your group, Piankatank River Golf Course is a 25-30 minute drive away.

Mathews is a great home base for you to explore other waterfront towns including Gwynn's Island, Deltaville Irvington, and Whitestone. In addition, historic Williamsburg and Yorktown, Water Country USA, Busch Gardens, and the Williamsburg Outlet Stores are all a 45 to 60-minute drive.

We are delighted to share our peaceful, private getaway with you, and we hope you enjoy your stay!

Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Chesapeake Bay, NC

Reviews

5.0
Outstanding(119 Reviews)
5.0
Aug 2024
This is an ideal place for a large family or for two combined small families to have a relaxing vacation and to build memories. There is plenty of room especially outside, and you have to try hard to spot any other houses in the area. The owners give you a great head start from an impressive dock (with lights at night) to kayaks to crab traps to board games to screened in porches with plenty of rocking chairs to restaurant reviews/suggestions and an indoor fireplace to end the day. One small suggestion is to bring your own tackle box if you like to fish.
5.0
Jul 2024
We got married earlier in the week and we took our kids on vacation to bond with one another. Before our arrival Bob (owner) notified us that there was an issue with the internet service and that the cable company was working on it. When the cable company didn’t have the repairs completed the next day, Bob drove down to Port Haywood to try to expedite the repairs. He even stayed over night at a local motel to make sure all the repairs were completed and we had Wifi. He went above and beyond to rectify the issue for us. As for the residence it was beautiful, clean, and tranquil. The view into the bay in the mornings when the sun was rising was spectacular. The house was well equipped with whatever one would need to enjoy their stay. We had the opportunity to enjoy the wildlife in the area, watching ospreys fly over the bay and the numerous crabs down by the dock kept the kids occupied. The local restaurants were very good also. Over all we had a great family bonding experience and would not hesitate to stay here again.
5.0
Jul 2024
The house is gorgeous and has all the amenities you could need. The dock has amazing view of sunrise and sunset. The water connected to the property is extremely beginner friendly for learning to kayak or canoe. The water is very shallow and it has been unusually hot lately which had an effect on the fishing. Would recommend this location to anyone that wants a fun getaway with lots of potential for water activities
5.0
Jul 2024
Beautiful place. Hosts thought of everything. We have stayed in many vrbos, but this one by far has everything you could need inside and out. we enjoyed sitting on the screened porch watching the sunrise. The pier catching blue crabs. No luck fishing. Our dog enjoyed chasing hermit crabs and the big yard. Mathews is cute town with adorable shops. People were friendly. Haven beach is small, water warm, dog friendly. New point comfort light house there is a pier you can see light house in distance. We did a fishing charter with Chesapeake chartes mark flanagan. Highly recommend. Caught spades, mackeral, cobia. Filled freezer with fish. We used the fully stocked kitchen quite a bit cooking our fish and blue crabs.food lion was located close by to get anything we needed. We did eat at richardsons cafe - good service, good food, and reasonably priced. Hole in wall was great food, but long wait times. I did find tick on my arm playing catch on the grass by the grills. Just fyi to check your people and dogs. I highly recommend this place if you are looking to relax and unwind. Thank you again for sharing your place.
5.0
Jul 2024
This property was wonderful for a relaxing vacation. We enjoyed fishing and crabbing off of the private dock. Our dogs had a great time chasing sand crabs and playing in the big yard. The owners were quick to respond to any questions or problems. Would definitely go back!
5.0
Jul 2024
My family of 6 (4 "kids" 23, 20, 19, 16) had a great getaway vacation. We like things away from tourist-y areas and a little out of the way and this did not disappoint! Crabbing, fishing, kayaking, porch-sitting, Mathews thrifting and shops, Richardson's ice cream, Haven and Bethel beach days and a lot of family games and play. Would definitely recommend!
5.0
Jun 2024
Sun, water breezes, kayaking, delicious seafood and fabulous views of the Chesapeake bay
5.0
Jun 2024
It was fantastic!! Beautiful property, clean well cared for home rental very well equipped. Felt like home ❤️hosts were also very nice and welcoming, responding to my inquiries very fast. We will definitely come back!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Chesapeake Bay?

The average price for a rental in Chesapeake Bay is £212 per night. This rental is £77 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Private, 7-acre waterfront retreat on Winter Harbor Haven. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Private, 7-acre waterfront retreat on Winter Harbor Haven pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Private, 7-acre waterfront retreat on Winter Harbor Haven?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.

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