Waterview & Water Access, Luxurious Retreat

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Gloucester, VA

Busch Gardens Williamsburg45 min drive
Water Country USA46 min drive
College of William and Mary50 min drive
Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)69 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Step back to the yester years' simple life with all of the modern day conveniences of now at 'Family Tides'. Enjoy water views from the home, and water access to the private, guests-only sand beach is just steps away (less than 2 minute walk). This four bedroom, 2300 square foot home is luxuriously furnished and features 2 full bathrooms. Relax on the covered porch in the rocking chairs and watch sunrises and sunsets, or sit on the large deck and soak up the sunshine while barbecuing with your family. Kayak, Canoe, or swim in the river, or play on the sand beach. Cozy up inside with plenty of room to spread out, or cuddle together by the toasty wood burning stove. Great escape from the city as this River View Farmhouse is just a short drive to Williamsburg, Richmond, & Northern Virginia. Find tranquility in the country on the Ware River. Embrace the peace and quiet around you. Upscale perfect retreat for those seeking the quiet 'Rivah Living'.

Keywords: FARMHOUSE, WATER ACCESS, WATER VIEW, SAND BEACH, WILLIAMSBURG, PEACEFUL, QUIET, KAYAKS, CANOE, FISHING, SWIMMING, GRILL, WOOD STOVE, NEAR GOLF COURSES

Property manager

Shannon French

Premier Host

Amenities

Air conditioning

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Gloucester

Located in Gloucester, this farm stay is near theme parks. Colonial National Historical Park and Lee Hall Mansion are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Deltaville Marina and Golden Horseshoe Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at York County Sports Complex or Walter J. Zable Stadium at Cary Field. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Gloucester, VA

What's nearby

Yorktown Beach - 31 min drive
Busch Gardens Williamsburg - 45 min drive
Water Country USA - 46 min drive
College of William and Mary - 50 min drive
Williamsburg Premium Outlets - 55 min drive

Getting around

Williamsburg Transportation Center - 51 min drive
Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

Subway - 15 min drive
Chick-Fil-A - 14 min drive
Little Italy Ristorante - 14 min drive
McDonald's - 14 min drive
IDK Raw Bar Grill and Gaming - 21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterview & Water Access, Luxurious Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterview & Water Access, Luxurious Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterview & Water Access, Luxurious Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterview & Water Access, Luxurious Retreat located?

Situated in Gloucester, this farm stay is 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from Riverside Walter Reed Hospital and within 20 miles (32 km) of Machicomoco State Park and Gloucester Point Beach Park. Gwynn's Island Musuem and Yorktown Beach are also within 25 miles (40 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Dyanny H.

5 Jan 2024

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

New year stay

The stay was absolutely beautiful, short distance from the river and it was very quiet and peaceful. Will stay here with my family again!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

29 Dec 2023

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

It was probably one of our best rental experience.

Details. It was all about the details.The fine points... If this person wasn't a marketing major, they should be. From the color scheme to the furnishings, everything was well planned and curated for your comfort. The Bee theme was everywhere, and it was so cute . From the color palate to the oven mitts. It was fantastic . The best feature was that each bedroom had a king bed. Which made it easy to get comfortable. The house was clean and well stocked, and the second living space was awesome for those of us who wanted to chill quietly. Also, the firepit made it so lovely to be outside . The only issue we had was the water pressure. But that's well water for you . Other than that, everything was fantastic. OMG!!!! The Christmas tree was the icing on the cake. Thank you so much for helping us have a wonderful holiday.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary V.

6 Nov 2023

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

Great place

This is a repeat stay. Great location, accommodations, decor and hospitality from the owners. The view on the “rivah” is spectacular.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G.

29 Oct 2023

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

Adorable space

Very comfortable, beautifully decorated

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

JA G.

9 Oct 2023

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

JA

What we were looking for. Thanks.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Shannon French

When I was 27 years old, I decided to sell real estate. Shortly after at the age of 29, I decided to open my own brokerage, Southern Trade Realty (Oct. 2006 so you do the math to see how old I am now)! I quickly learned to combine my passion for designing, creating and decorating to another level. I started to invest in real estate at a very young age, and I am still very passionate about it. I really enjoy getting to know my guests and proud to say I now have repeat buisness. I concentrate on making sure my guests are happy and I take pride in the comfort of my properties and of course, the decor has to be just right. Feel free to call me Shannon 804-815-1912.

Why they chose this property

This area is where I personally grew up. I remember the days on the river at a very young age. I fished, crabbed, learned how to swim, relax, kayak, explore and I am still enjoying all of this today with my family and friends.

What makes this property unique

Pictures cannot even describe this property (many of our guests say this once they arrive). It is one of the most serene places to be. Listening to the waves crash up against the rocks at night, taking a nap in the hammock on a warm summer afternoon, to watching the Osprey on the river, there is not a better place to enjoy nature at it's best. It is all at your fingertips.