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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Adorable Cottage In The Heart Of The Old Beach Area, Close To The Boardwalk.
*(Winter 2026 the cottage is closed for some needed upgrades and repairs. Photos will be updated as soon as possible.) Family Beach Cottage with perennial flower garden, screened porch and small open deck with plenty of seating. Four blocks from ocean, in the middle of the resort boardwalk area, close to restaurants. Within easy walking distance of the 24th St stage, the Neptune statue, the new Dome concert venue and wave pool. It is about 8 walking blocks from the Convention Center and Athletic Center. In the summer, free entertainment along Atlantic Ave in the evenings provided by Beach Events. Two bedrooms, lovely décor. South bedroom holds a beautiful cast-iron canopy QUEEN bed custom-made for the Pink House by Levin's Brass Beds of Virginia. North room holds FULL-size bed with a SINGLE-size roll-away underneath. Total, the cottage should be able to sleep a family of 5 comfortably, depending on individuals' size and needs. Linens and pillows are provided, beds made for you for your arrival so you don't have to do anything. *Be aware that the full-size bed may not fit larger guests comfortably. The house might only then fit 3. We count on your experience to know your own needs. Main room has a dresser and the second room has shelf, small closet with portable racks for hanging wet clothes and towels. Appliance-equipped kitchen for cooking complete meals (no ice-maker or dish-washer), microwave, crock pot, Kuerig and Mister Coffee machines, handy for those traveling with special diet restrictions or busy families. Small open backyard (no fence). Dining/living areas, tv, high-speed internet, (we are currently deciding whether to continue with cable and Netflix because of costs) central air, electric fireplace (replaces old wood one per my insurance agent). Games, books, and drawing items for rainy days. Grocery store and coin laundry nearby. Street parking daytime only (we paid for 2 Guest Passes at the nearby overnight 25th Street Public Garage, two blocks away). The city will not give guest passes to STRs any longer, starting in 2025) Flowers almost all year 'round, changes by my whim or Mother Nature's mood swings. Cleaning costs have already been included. Cozy 100% cotton linens provided,one fee per stay: Beds will be comfortably prepared for your arrival, one bath, one beach towel per guest (make sure your guest number is accurate). Kitchen linens provided. Basic amount of toilet paper and soap as well (We do not guarantee supply for duration). Both bedrooms have black-out curtains as well as light-filtering blinds. This cottage is like having an aunt with a beach house. Please enjoy yourselves and say hello to the neighbors. It's the Virginia thing to do! *CLEANING: Since the Covid-19 shut-down, we have been cleaning and painting at the cottage. Our housekeeper has asthma so we do not make a habit of using harsh chemicals in the house unless absolutely needed. In addition to our normal system of using mild cleansers, we are finishing all guest preparation by wiping down 'touchy' surfaces like handles and light switches with alcohol disinfectant as we walk out the door and lock it behind us. Sheets, towels, and pillowcases will be washed in hot water, Tide, and baby detergent. Blankets and coverlets are cared for as needed with regular airing. Be aware that there is no dishwasher in the house. If you feel uncomfortable using the supplied housewares, please bring paper plates, etc. We are doing our best to provide you with a safe and comfortable environment during your stay. Please keep us in mind as well. Selma the house-keeper cares for the elderly in her other job. It is very important she stays healthy. We are grateful for your co-operation.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Be mindful that the neighbors live and work nearby. Loud music, barking dogs, will attract the wrong attention and I'll hear about it.
No one is allowed to park in the lot next door. That is private property and they will have cars towed. Park out front to unload.
Do not fry or blacken foods inside. We do not have a range hood. That's outside cooking.
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Property # 4247297
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Virginia Beach
Located in Northeast Virginia Beach, a neighbourhood in Virginia Beach, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. Ocean Breeze Waterpark is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at First Landing State Park and Sandbridge Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Virginia Beach Sportsplex or Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Adorable Cottage In The Heart Of The Old Beach Area, Close To The Boardwalk. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Adorable Cottage In The Heart Of The Old Beach Area, Close To The Boardwalk.?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Adorable Cottage In The Heart Of The Old Beach Area, Close To The Boardwalk. on 7 June 2026 start from AU$497, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Adorable Cottage In The Heart Of The Old Beach Area, Close To The Boardwalk.?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Adorable Cottage In The Heart Of The Old Beach Area, Close To The Boardwalk.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Adorable Cottage In The Heart Of The Old Beach Area, Close To The Boardwalk.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Adorable Cottage In The Heart Of The Old Beach Area, Close To The Boardwalk. located?
Located in Northeast Virginia Beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Pacific Avenue and Virginia Beach Boardwalk. Jungle Golf and Old Coast Guard Station are also within 10 minutes. Virginia Beach Station is 11 minutes by foot.
Reviews
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Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The cottage was decorated for Christmas in the sweetest way. Lights inside and out, made our stay so special. The neighbor Lou gave us some homemade spaghetti sauce. Literally one of the best rental stays to date.
Very cute cottage with great location. Close to grocery store, the boardwalk, restaurants, and the ocean, but not too close. Host shared great information and it was a welcoming place to stay.
My sister and I really enjoyed the cottage. It was comfortable, quiet neighborhood and was in walking distance of the beach. We highly recommend for future stays.
Super cute lil cottage! Close to everything!! Parking garage was very convenient!!! Host was very responsive, even through her own dinner party!!!!!! Definitely recommend! Looking forward to see “the Pink House” renovations!
Thomas S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec 2025
I'm so glad you found the nearby parking facility handy. We have used it ourselves and find it not only convenient, but nice to park our car in the shade in the summer!
Our stay was amazing. We had a mixup with dates and the owner worked with us to adjust. The location is perfect and we loved having our morning coffees in the adirondack chairs put front.
The cottage was perfect for us (husband, wife, 16-year-old daughter and 13-month-old puppy). It was wonderfully prepped for our 3-night visit. The location had great access to the beach and the public parking garage.
Charming Old Virginia Beach Area cottage. Host was excellent with communications, the location is a short walk to the beach and many good local bars and restaurants. We were there on a very stormy weekend - but still enjoyed our time in this quaint vintage cottage! You do need to park your car in a garage close by at night, but there is a parking pass provided. Owner has lots of great suggestions for local spots!
The location is terrific and the house is delightful. Denise has thought of everything a visitor could need, and then some. She communicated important information ahead of time and was very responsive from booking through our stay. If we head to Virginia Beach again, we will absolutely plan to stay at the little pink house.
Meghan M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2025
Thank-you for the lovely review. These words are important for future guests to read through so they get a better idea of what they can expect. Short Term Rentals in general are taking hits for all sorts of reasons, false descriptions, poor care, bad experiences...it is vital for us to have responses from guests, unfiltered and without reward; travelers can have a true sense of place. Is the cottage perfect? No. But we do our best, all year. -Denise
First time visiting Virginia Beach for Track & Field Nationals. We had the best time at the pink cottage! Perfect location to beach, restaurants and athletic center. Hope to be back soon!!!
We had an absolutely amazing time at the Pink House--the house itself was awesome and it was in a great location--close to the beach and close to restaurants/shops/etc. Not to mention, the flowers and garden were spectacular!
We had a lovely long weekend at this special and unique little cottage, walking distance to the middle of the boardwalk in Virginia Beach. The location is great, the cottage is very comfortable and beautifully maintained and the host was terrific and very accommodating. Truly enjoyed all the beautiful flowers surrounding the property- every day something different was blooming!
Quaint but modern enough and just a few blocks from boardwalk, restaurants, and supermarket. Lots of amenities in walking distance. The main downside is the lack of onsite parking, but the owner provided a pass for a garage about 1 1/2 blocks away, so it wasn’t a big deal.
Rachel U.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2025
Thank-you for your review, future guests thank you as well! I just want to clarify here that people are allowed to park out front to unload their vehicles, be accessible during the day. The city requires the cars to be off the street by evening (our garage pass allows guests to park free of charge to them).
Such a cute home! We had a very enjoyable stay! The beds were very comfortable and the hosts were great at communicating and accommodating our needs! Would definitely rent again!
Denise has done a beautiful job of decorating and furnishing the cottage! The bed was was super comfortable and everything about the house made it feel like home.
Karen H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Denise Holden
I am a cartoonist and obsessive gardener, grew up in Virginia Beach after my Navy family settled here. I still live in the area, just a few miles away. Tom, my husband and transplanted Buck-eye from Ohio, was a newspaper reporter for over 30 years, for the local transit company as a 'talking head', now retired as well he can be. We now balance our VaBch life with a Richmond life so that we are able to help with our grandbaby's childcare. You can ask me about any flower in the garden and I can tell you more than you want to hear. My husband and I both like to cook. My husband's constant goal is to get beyond all the many projects I keep coming up with. My mother was French, from the South of France, but I have become terribly rusty with the language. We lived in this cottage, were married in the backyard, taught our daughter to walk on the front path. Please enjoy it and make it part of your family's story too.
Why they chose this property
The Pink House is very special to our family. I bought it as a young woman when it had seen better days. The area is quirky, artsy, and alive. Originally, I believe the now 75 year old house was a summer home for a Norfolk family, only used occasionally. I loved how close it was to everything and all the activity surrounding it. The paneling, bathroom tile and fireplace are original late 1940-early 50s. With my father's help, I fixed it up and added the back closet area, redid the kitchen, and over time, made it into a cute, though small, comfortable cottage. My husband-to-be moved into the white apartments next door. We became friends and eventually married at the cottage with all our friends attending a backyard ceremony. After our first child was born, the tiny space got to be a bit difficult, so we moved further away, keeping the Pink House as a rental to help pay for it. We love to hike in the State Park and often ride bikes on the boardwalk or go listen to a concert. I love the Neptune Festival in September and buying ice cream during evening strolls. In the Spring of 2016, I decided I wanted to keep the house for family and friends to visit, so we added air conditioning and furnished the house as we would like to live, to be enjoyed by others who might see the same potential in this remnant from earlier days. We are not interested in renting it all the time, but I am proud of this house and would like to share the joy it has given me with other travelers.
What makes this property unique
No question, everyone's favorite part of this house is the front porch. Originally, without air conditioning, it was too hot to stay inside so I had a little table for eating and a sitting area for visiting. Every morning I would get my coffee and putter in the garden and in the evening I would go ride my bike or rollerblade on the boardwalk. I love the open kitchen and the huge sunlit windows. I am still acquainted with the neighbors and am often there to work on the garden. Within walking distance there's the beach, concerts, food, the Convention Center, lots of restaurants and activities. I've had complete strangers stop to admire the house and take photos of the garden. There's always something going on, always activity. I love my Little Pink House!
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