Mermaid's and Mutts Retreat

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Norfolk, VA

Norfolk Beaches3 min walk
Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story5 min drive
Naval Station Norfolk9 min drive
Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)12 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Welcome to our "Mermaid's and Mutts Retreat" - Pet and Child friendly!

Our lovely little Bungalow was built in 1923 and has been upgraded with all the modern conveniences needed to enjoy a wonderful family beach vacation.

We are nestled directly on the beach of the Chesapeake Bay. We have fantastic views of the beach from the decks and the upstairs. We are beach front and your backyard is the beautiful sandy beaches of the Chesapeake Bay.

Mermaid's has central heat and air. We have a dual zone system for both upstairs and down. There are 3 bedrooms; two of which are upstairs - one has a queen-size bed and a twin bed with a locking door, and the other also has a queen and a twin with a full curtain for privacy. The downstairs bedroom features one queen bed.

We have a 65" Smart TV for you to stream your own entertainment services. We also have high speed WiFi for all your devices.

We have a dining area, with a dining table and 6 chairs.

We have two full bathrooms - upstairs has a standup shower and the main bathroom downstairs has a full tub/shower combination.

The full size kitchen features a gas stove. We also have a full size washer/dryer.

We are pet friendly with a pet fee. We do have Off-Street parking right in front of the home that can handle up to 3 larger vehicles, or 4 smaller ones.

Even with a thorough modernization the property is a historical home that is now over 108 years old. It has some eccentricities that reflect building standards and designs from the turn of the last century that lends to its charm as an older beach cottage. But even so, we hope that you will love our older and charming home.

This is a family enterprise and as such we are happy to open our home to families and smaller groups that are traveling or seeking to enjoy our beautiful beaches. No parties are allowed or tolerated. We do have neighbors close by and everyone is entitled (by law) to the "quiet enjoyment" of their homes - including you as our guest. Please respect your neighbors. Any parties will be immediately shut down and evicted with the full forfeiture of all monies paid as well as the security deposit.

Property manager

George

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Pet Fee is $99 If not disclosed prior to your stay, the pet fee is $300 Pets must be house trained and stay off of bedding and furniture No Parties!

Early Check-In $75 (if available) Late Check-Out $75 (if available) Extra Charges: Cleaning fee of $99 to remove pet hair from bedding or furniture

Check Out is 10 AM. A fee of $45 per hour is charged beginning at 10:05 AM We must not keep the cleaners waiting! No Parties!

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

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Norfolk

Located on the beach, this cottage is in Cottage Line, a neighbourhood in Norfolk. Waterside District and Virginia Beach Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Buckroe Beach and Park and First Landing State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hampton Coliseum or Ted Constant Convocation Center.

Norfolk, VA

What's nearby

Norfolk Beaches - 3 min walk
Ocean View Beach - 2 min drive
Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story - 5 min drive
Norfolk Botanical Garden - 7 min drive
Naval Station Norfolk - 9 min drive

Getting around

Norfolk Station - 20 min drive
Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

The OV Beach Tavern - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Cap'n Rons Bar & Grill - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mermaid's and Mutts Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Mermaid's and Mutts Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mermaid's and Mutts Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mermaid's and Mutts Retreat located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cottage Line cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Norfolk Beaches and Community Beach. Ocean View Beach and Sarah Constant Shrine Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Wonderful

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Larry & Jen L.

18 Apr 2024

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

Great communication, house is as described

We stayed here for a weekend visiting with our Marine son. Location is nice, short drive to nearby attractions.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

25 Feb 2024

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

Get away

Clean, nice layout. Close enough to downtown & other sights

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

23 Feb 2024

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

Quaint cottage

Location is easily accessible from Rte 64, a short drive to the Naval base, and is close to shopping and restaurants. The rental is very clean. Part of its charm is that it’s an older home. Which also means we didn’t expect perfection and are pleased by the amount of TLC this gem has received. The little nuances of staying in a historical home in a modern area makes this housing charming. There were only a couple of non-consequence plumbing inconveniences that a good handyman could fix easy. Overall, our stay was pleasant and restful.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hugo G.

24 Jan 2024

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

Thumbs up!!

Great place!! Awesome host!!

Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

6 Aug 2023

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

Family Vacation

Property was as listed. Worked very well for our family of 5 and 2 dogs. Loved the direct access to the beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by George

We are a family group trying to create affordable spaces for you and yours to make wonderful beach time memories!

This is a family enterprise and as such we are happy to open our home to families and smaller groups that are traveling or seeking to enjoy our beautiful beaches. No parties are allowed or tolerated. We do have neighbors close by and everyone is entitled (by law) to the "quiet enjoyment" of their homes - including you as our guest. Please respect your neighbors. Any parties will be immediately shut down and evicted with the full forfeiture of all monies paid as well as the security deposit.

Why they chose this property

This property has been "refreshed" and is clean and comfortable.

Beach Front, Pet friendly, large mostly fenced in yard, off street Parking, Large Screen Smart TV and High Speed WiFi, Outdoor charcoal grill

What makes this property unique

This is a family enterprise and as such we are happy to open our home to families and smaller groups that are traveling or seeking to enjoy our beautiful beaches. No parties are allowed or tolerated. We do have neighbors close by and everyone is entitled (by law) to the "quiet enjoyment" of their homes - including you as our guest. Please respect your neighbors. Any parties will be immediately shut down and evicted with the full forfeiture of all monies paid as well as the security deposit.