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Starlight Inlet, a quiet getaway on beautiful Gwynn's Island, VA.

Holiday home in Gwynn with kitchen and patio

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Starlight Inlet
Front yard overlooking the creek area.
Front porch overlooking the creek.
Path to dock and boathouse.
Dock on the creek.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Gwynn, VA
  • Place, Chesapeake Bay
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Gwynn's Island Musuem
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Deltaville Marina
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)
    ‪77 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Golden Age of Hollywood

1 Double Bed

Victorian Room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

At the Beach bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Victorian bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Starlight Inlet, a quiet getaway on beautiful Gwynn's Island, VA.

Welcome to our quiet corner of Gwynn’s Island!Walk to the beach, relax in the backyard, ride a bike, kayak, or book a fishing excursion; there's so much to do here. The home is clean and stocked with everything you need for a relaxing visit. Drive 10 minutes to Mathews for great restaurants and shopping, or an hour to Yorktown, Jamestown and Williamsburg. Come relax and enjoy some Island Time with us!

Located in a rural coastline, the stars come alive and almost appear within reach on our part of the Island. This beautiful property has been in our family since the 1950's when Scott's granddad bought the property. Granddad would bring his children and camp on the property on weekends. They enjoyed boating and playing over on the beach. Now that this peaceful haven has been passed down to us, we hope others will enjoy their time here just as our family has over the years.

This home is at the end of a private road which offers a quiet getaway. Starlight Inlet is a spacious, updated manufactured home that offers two bedrooms and two full baths. The open floor plan living/kitchen area has a cathedral ceiling, offering lots of light and a roomy, airy feeling. At one end of the home there is a large en-suite bedroom with a queen bed offering a memory foam mattress with down topper, plenty of storage and large bathroom with a garden tub. A smaller bedroom with a full bed offering a memory foam mattress with down topper and plenty of storage is at the other end of the home and is beside the second full bathroom. Both bedrooms and the living room are carpeted. All linens, sheets, blankets and towels are provided and washed fresh for each guest.

The living room has a sectional sofa, leather sofa, coffee table, and entertainment center. There is a 45" television with FireTV which includes free access to Netflix, Disney+, Hulu and many other free movies and shows, Xbox One with plenty of games, and fast WIFI. The Xbox plays Blue-ray and DVD movies.

The full size eat-in kitchen has a full size refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, toaster, Keurig, and sink. Plenty of glassware, plates, bowls, silverware, cooking pans, etc. There is a table with four chairs. We provide all paper products: paper towels, napkins, and toilet paper. We always make sure there is coffee pods, creamer and sugar available and there is usually salt, pepper, and some spices left over from other guests.

Just inside the back door is the laundry area with washer and dryer for your use. We have laundry detergent available for you.

Outside in the shed we have a full size Weber charcoal grill with charcoal and lighter fluid provided. There is a picnic table, table with chairs and umbrella and a fire pit with 4 chairs. Wood for the fire pit is provided. There are cushions for the dining chairs. You can also relax in the hammock. Out front there are two Adirondack chairs and chairs on the front porch for you to enjoy your coffee in the morning as the sun comes up, or a beverage in the evening while star gazing. Four adult bicycles are located in the backyard beside the shed. Cycle around the Island or to the beach!

Our dock, located on the property, is available for your use. The dock is located at the end of Kibble Creek and is great for launching a kayak or canoe. We have 5 kayaks for guest use or bring your own. We have two chairs on the dock and it is nice to just sit on and enjoy a cup of coffee. There are two community beaches our guests have access to that are only a 5 minute walk from the cottage. For your use also are several beach chairs and bag chairs.

Our maximum length of stay is 7 nights with a 2 night minimum. House rules include no pets, no parties, no smoking and maximum of 4 guests.

You have access to the whole house, the dock and the shed. Our guests have access to the community beach that is located within walking distance of the cottage. There is a nice backyard. If you bring your kayak, canoe, or bicycle there is plenty of room for them. Please note that we and guests from our other cottage also have access to the dock which is on this property. We've asked our other quests to respect your privacy when crossing the property.
Full details with map about the community beach is provided upon check in.

There are tons of antique stores and historic sites within an hour's drive. Writers or artists will find it to be a quiet place to work or refresh and explore new ideas.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Maximum Length of Stay is 14 nights.

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
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Gwynn

Located in Gwynn, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Bethel Beach Natural Area Preserve and Chesapeake Bay reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Deltaville Maritime Museum and Compass Entertainment Complex. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gwynn, VA

What's nearby

  • Chesapeake Bay - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gwynn's Island Musuem - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Deltaville Marina - 36 min drive - 40.9 km
  • Deltaville Maritime Museum - 36 min drive - 41.2 km
  • Holly Point Nature Park - 36 min drive - 41.2 km

Getting around

  • Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hole In The Wall - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Howard-Dooley Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Hatchery Culture - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Table at Wilton - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Mi Casa Azteca Mexican Restaurant & Cantina - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Starlight Inlet, a quiet getaway on beautiful Gwynn's Island, VA. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Starlight Inlet, a quiet getaway on beautiful Gwynn's Island, VA.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Starlight Inlet, a quiet getaway on beautiful Gwynn's Island, VA.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Starlight Inlet, a quiet getaway on beautiful Gwynn's Island, VA. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Chesapeake Bay and Gwynn's Island Musuem. Bethel Beach Natural Area Preserve and Bethel Beach are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

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

Perfect place to stay to enjoy the island.

Everything was super clean and tidy. The wifi was great and there was plenty to do. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn L.

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

Island Getaway

Comfortable home , well decorated. So much is provided for guests. Great quiet location. Easy walk or bike ride to the beach. Launch a kayak right from the dock on the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen K.

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

Comfy place

It was an easy checkin. The place makes you feel at home and had all that we needed, even a pizza pan. The mosquitoes were bad so really didn’t get the chance to enjoy the fire pit. Other than that everything was good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin O.

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

Don’t judge a book by it’s cover!

We almost passed on this gem because of what the outside looked like, but read the reviews and decided to take a chance. We are SO glad we did! The house was very well stocked and the owners made sure to make it feel like home. We’ve never stayed in a place that had toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, coffee…and the list goes on and on! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet T.

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

Awesome!

This property was terrific! It was located in a neighborhood at the end of a dead end street. It was so peaceful and quiet! The house was amazing. The owner, Scott and Angie, thought of everything. I especially loved the welcome basket. It was great to be able to kayak right off the dock in the yard. I also enjoyed swimming at the beach. Everything was great! We'll be back in the future. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Betty P.

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

A pleasant Surprise

When we saw the property on Vrbo we had some doubt about what we would find when we got there. The property is a single wide trailer. We took a chance and booked the property. The bathrooms were a little small, my daughters are tall woman. I was not sure about the window air conditioners but they were fine. All was fine. We had everything we needed at the property. Close to the beach and they provided towels, umbrella, and chairs. The property was clean and neat. We would book again. BAP
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susie C.

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Just what I needed

Starlight Inlet was exactly what my family and I needed. It was the perfect get away. Angie and Scott provided a warm, welcoming, and clean place to stay, where my husband, myself, and our four year old son felt right at home. We appreciated the little extras for just in case because like always someone will forget something (I forgot the shampoo this time.) There was a short walk to the beach was easy. We enjoyed the little to no waves of the Chesapeake Bay, finding sea glass, watching boats, and just enjoying the outdoors. The local restaurants that were suggested were delicious and the materials were available for us to cook at home as well. Definitely a place I would like to go to again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle B.

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

Great place to relax!!!

We had a wonderful stay at this cute and cozy house! The house was clean and very well stocked! The only complaint was the bedroom doors don’t lock. We have a special needs son that needs locking doors but we made it work! Thank you for letting us stay here!😊
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ricky R., Tazewell

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

Great vacation

The house was beautiful we got to ride bikes to the beach and the kayaks were great.We hope to go again someday, but the hammock was about my favorite!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosa S.

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Just Lovely

This place was perfect. Both the owners thought of all the little things you may need. Angie and Scott were easy to get in contact with and super nice. We can’t wait to go back in August, as it will be our last mini vacation for the summer. My kiddos really enjoyed their stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

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

Great stay!

Really enjoyed my time at Scott and Angie’s property! It was very comfortable and clean and the perfect distance to the beach. The kayaks were great and they thought of everything. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wanda S.

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A Great Place to Relax

The property is exactly as described. We stayed for a few nights before a cruise out of Norfolk. It was just a great time to relax—read some books, played games, went for walks, sat on the beach…. The mattress in the main bedroom was amazing. Roasting marshmallows was fun.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ewelina H.

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

Welcome suprise

Much bigger than expected. Homey and very clean. Two bathrooms are amazing to cut down on getting ready times. We were pleased.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

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

Great Stay!

Clean and comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracie P.

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

Military reunion

We were there for my husband and his military buddies to have a 40 year reunion. The property was perfect. Absolutely perfect. Quiet, peaceful, lots of outdoor space and activities. We didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

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

Amazing property

The pictures really don't do this properly the justice it deserves. It was wonderful and all the extras were very nice. The beds are so comfortable. Great place to relax. We are already planning our return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Antoine H.

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

Excellent holidays

We've had an excellent time at Angie and Scott's place: the house is very confortable and very well equiped. The Gwynn Island is also marvelous we all loved it. We will come back !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

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

Gwynns Island visit

Wonderful stay Enjoyed our time here. House is clean and comfortable with all the perfect little touches to make it feel like home. Beach, kayaking, crabbing off the dock and sitting by the fire at night.. Perfect getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

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

Awesome Gwynn's Island getaway!

We stayed twice this summer and both times were amazing. Perfect location, wonderful hosts that think of every little touch! Comfy, clean and adorable house with access to beach, bikes, kayaking and much more. It was our favorite location and vacation in years! Angie and Scott are wonderful!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anna G., Montross VA

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

Great Getaway

We had a wonderful time on our short getaway. We enjoyed the beach, watching the crabs, and most imprtantly-family time. The owners didn't miss a detail in making us comfortable from extra toothbrushes. Welcome basket, to comfy beds, to bikes. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy and Al T., Loveland, OH

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

Great Getaway!

Starlight Inlet was a fun place to stay. Out is in a private neighborhood Gwynn Island. The private neighborhood beaches are available to rental guests and small but not crowded. Easy access to town and local neighborhoods. The owners live nearby and are very helpful with recommendations. Also incredibly responsive when a pipe broke:: over in 5 minutes and fixed in about an hour! The beds were super comfortable and the house is stocked with just about everything you could want. We enjoyed sitting on the back deck and also sunning on the dock. For us, the inlet was too low to kayak, but it would be great when the water is higher. Highly recommend. *****
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

christopher p.

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Nice little place next to pond.

good access to .Kibble Pond. You can sit out next to the pond. Kayaks and bikes were great. Xbox available for kids. The area has very little public beach access to plankatank river. Mostly private beaches.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Helen K.

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

Awesome

This place had a lot to offer for the weekend. The home itself was very comforting. I enjoyed looking out the window and seeing all the little crabs and the dock. We kayaked, went to the museum and beaches, Haven Beach was our favorite besides the private beach on the island. So many extras compared to staying in a hotel or other places. Thank you for sharing your home.

10/10 Excellent

Dottie B.

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

Awesome

Very clean and so awesomely decorated and everything was provided for us! Will go back in a heartbeat! Loved everything about the place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Hosted by Angela and Scott Clawson

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We, Scott and Angie, have lived on beautiful Gwynn's Island for over 20 years. We both grew up in Virginia and have lived in VA most of our lives. When we aren't at our jobs we can be found working in the garden or on our vacation properties. We try to travel as much as possible and love to get out and explore new places.

Why they chose this property

Scott's family has owned this property since the 1950's and the family has enjoyed so many good times on this property in the summers. We are happy to be able to now share this with other families.

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