SUNSET POINT FARM - 75 Acres on Chesapeake Bay - Retreat to the Coast and Nature

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A winter sunset over the back field.
Our farm.  Dock to the right. Beach down the field.
Exterior
Sunset captured just outside the front door... dock is to the right of this
Evening on the sandbar.
Reviews
8.6 out of 10 Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly

Explore the area

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Belle Haven, VA
  • Popular LocationNorthampton Shopping Center19 min drive
  • Popular LocationChatham Vineyards36 min drive
  • Popular LocationCape Charles Beach47 min drive

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Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

First Floor Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Pecan Tree Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Teal Bedroom

1 King Bed

Yellow Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First Floor Half Bath

Towels provided · Toilet

First Floor Master

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Second Floor Bathroom

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

SUNSET POINT FARM - 75 Acres on Chesapeake Bay - Retreat to the Coast and Nature

Whether you need to recharge your batteries, explore one of the most remote creeks on the Eastern Shore, or introduce your children to the rural/farm life, you have found the perfect spot in Sunset Point Farm.

Everything you need to enjoy your stay is here: towels, sheets, shampoo, laundry detergent, farm-fresh eggs, beach towels, beach chairs, an umbrella, cooler, etc. I do not provide bug spray or sunscreen as everyone seems to have their preference in this department.

This is the home I grew up in and has been in the family since 1947. Having built next door (don't worry, you will have privacy) I am available to help you have a wonderful stay as your host.

Visit us on Instagram @SunsetPointFarm

** All reviews on this property prior to 4/20/24 are from a time when I, the owner, lived in NH and my property was managed by a professional property manager. I live "next door" and am happy to provide various concierge services. ***

Four bedroom, 2.5 bath house with living, dining, kitchen, screened porch, and back deck.

Water on two sides of the property - our dock is right outside the front door. Behind the house to the north/right is our forest/marsh area, home to a great horned owl, red-headed woodpeckers, and a few deer. Behind the house are the pastures we are growing to bring beef cattle back to the farm (2025). A five-seven minute walk down the field brings you to our shoreline - a great place to catch red drum, speckled trout, or stripers/rockfish on any incoming tide. There is a beach exposed on any half/low tide which is great for small children.

What can you do on this property? In no particular order:
1) crab/fish from the dock
2) launch your boat (up to 24" ) flat bottom is best for this water, but smaller V hulls work too
3) go birding - my cousin clocked 47 species in 2 hours last July
4) walk down the field to the bit of private beach we have
5) read a book on the back deck
6) have a fire in the backyard
7) kayak (we have two you can use)
8) have crab or clam steam ( we are happy to procure for you)
9) dove hunt (in season + upcharge)
10) collect the eggs (chickens in our nearby barn - roosters are friendly)
11) go to the sandbar - take your boat or I am happy to drop off/pick up using our if I am here (upcharge applies for boat gas)
12) book a fishing trip with our favorite guide Drew Sturgis

Please message me if you have any questions about extra guests, what's possible, etc. We aim to please.

Suggested d
Day 1: arrive, walk the field, settle in, enjoy a drink, and unwind.
Day 2: pack a lunch and go to the sandbar if the weather is good. If it's rainy, the Barrier Island Center shares some of the Shore's history and traditions in a beautiful setting. Follow this by lunch across the street at the Machipongo Coffee Company, or travel 15 minutes south to Cape Charles for lunch and ice cream.
Day 3: Drive an hour north to Assateague Island and enjoy the beach. Rent bikes and tour Chincoteague. Stop by the Island Creamery for delicious ice cream (No matter how long the line is, it's worth the wait!).
Day 4: Book a fishing trip with the best guide on the Eastern Shore, Drew Sturgis. Young and old appreciate catching a fish! End the day with a clam steam (we can pick up for you if you give me 48-hour notice).
Day 5: Book a trail ride at Phiefer Stables in Machipongo (20-minute distance from here)
Day 6: Back to the standard for more of the most beautiful places around here. Take a nap... cook in.
Day 7: Everyone does best with a good breakfast. Eat some farm-fresh eggs before you leave!

Property manager

Ellen

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs must NOT chase/kill/annoy the chickens

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20

About the area

Belle Haven

Located in Belle Haven, this farm stay is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Savage Neck Dunes Natural Area Preserve and Parramore Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include North Street Market and SouthEast Expeditions. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Belle Haven, VA

What's nearby

  • Northampton Shopping Center - 19 min drive
  • Holly Grove Vineyards - 31 min drive
  • Chatham Vineyards - 36 min drive
  • Cape Charles Beach - 47 min drive
  • Bay Creek Golf Club - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sage Diner - 17 min drive
  • Subway - 20 min drive
  • El Maguey Mexican Restaurant - 17 min drive
  • Quality Inn & Suites - 17 min drive
  • Harvest Diner - 19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SUNSET POINT FARM - 75 Acres on Chesapeake Bay - Retreat to the Coast and Nature pet-friendly?

Yes, this farm house allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at SUNSET POINT FARM - 75 Acres on Chesapeake Bay - Retreat to the Coast and Nature?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SUNSET POINT FARM - 75 Acres on Chesapeake Bay - Retreat to the Coast and Nature?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is SUNSET POINT FARM - 75 Acres on Chesapeake Bay - Retreat to the Coast and Nature located?

Situated on the waterfront, this farm stay is 9 mi (14.5 km) from Northampton Shopping Center and 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from The Blue Crow Antique Mall. Hang Glide Virginia and Red Queen Gallery are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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7.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Kate B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Lovely, private house, needs better cleaning
The property manager is very kind and committed, but the place was really dirty. Not only did we did not want to spend time cleaning on vacation, but in the time of covid, we want to trust that the house had been thoroughly cleaned. The good things: AC, the view, the quiet, the stars, the paintings, the house. The problematic things: We arrived and I started picking up broken glass bottles from the front walk, found lots to clean inside, cabinets full of dead ants, dirty oven, and wrote to the manager who came right over to help out. The house notes say we have to bring out the garbage with us, but there were no garbage bags or paper towels. The manager called the cleaners to come back, but in quarantine, we did not want people inside the house. The view is glorious, but the bugs are intense and the house is on the water, but no swimming in the brackish water. It may have been a bad week and we were unlucky, and I know the property manager will make sure the house is spotless in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

John R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
June Vacation
Enjoyed the peace and quiet of this home. Having the whole farm to ourselves was a nice benefit. The boat ramp on the property was nice, as we were able to enjoy the creek and the sandy beaches at the mouth of the creek.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

amy f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation paradise
We completely unplugged on this beautiful property. The house was absolutely gorgeous and we enjoyed the kayaking immensely. Will come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dina F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!
Beautiful house with lots of tasteful details and ongoing and future improvements. Bigger than expected - 4 big bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and one 1/2 bath attached to the laundry room. Awesome kitchen built for giants (or at least very tall people). I would not recommend for families with very small children.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Retreat From The Hustle and Bustle
Belle Haven is an apt name for this place, it’s a magical place, heaven on earth. Our group consisted of my husband, myself, and our three grown sons and one girlfriend and two dogs. One son came from DC for the long weekend and the other came from PGH for the end of the trip, both pretty easy drives. The house is beautifully decorated with original art, oriental rugs and comfortable yet elegant furniture. The kitchen island is gigantic! The kitchen is well equipped and there is a really nice grill on the deck just past the screened-in-porch. None of us really ever wanted to leave and we had no reason to. This was the perfect place to recharge. Here’s what we all loved about the place: The peace and quiet – this beautiful retreat is far from the beaten path, far enough that there are no distracting noises from other people, cars, boats, etc. All you hear is nature, the water, the wind, the birds and each other. The required unplugging – our cell phones (Verizon) did not get service and, while the Wi-Fi worked fine, we decided not to use it. There was one television in one bedroom and one in the kitchen (which we never tried). We actually hung out together, played cards, paddled, played lawn games, read books, visited, cooked, just enjoyed each other’s company. Fishing and crabbing from the dock. Having our dogs with us and watching them run free on the farm. Staying in – We went out for groceries a couple of times but mostly we paddled out to the sandbar and explored the property. We began our evenings with cocktails on the deck and then grilled fresh fish and shrimp that we bought at the local seafood stand and prepared the crabs that we caught and the oysters we harvested! The Sunsets – both at the end of the cornfield and from the deck and kitchen windows. The sunset was spectacular every night. The stars – no light pollution out there so the night sky was awe inspiring. The beds – very comfortable. The kayaks and canoes – we made use of these every day. I especially loved kayaking out the creek just around the bend and watching the birds in the morning. One of the kayaks had a cup holder perfect for a cup of coffee. From that spot, I would watch white and blue heron and ospreys. Here’s what we did not love: Leaving and returning to reality – that’s it. Also, Pete, the property manager was wonderful! We were lucky enough to meet him on our first day. Thanks for the best vacation EVER!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

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