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Welcome to The Cottage at Jameslin

Cottage in Hayes with kitchen and patio

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Sunrise on the Severn River
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Property grounds
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Yorktown Beach
  • Place, Busch Gardens Williamsburg
  • Place, Water Country USA
  • Airport, Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Welcome to The Cottage at Jameslin

Located on a very secluded 15 acre property on the Severn River, directly across from the historic Inn at Warner Hall. Close to the Historic Triangle, (Yorktown, Jamestown, Colonial Williamsburg), the amusement parks, (Busch Gardens and Water Country), and the Chesapeake Bay. Located on the quiet Severn River, you can kayak, canoe, hike, cook out, nature watch, fish and sit on the pier and enjoy the breathtaking sunrises. Jameslin is the perfect retreat if you're seeking solitude, while having quick and easy access to the area's many attractions. Enjoy the cozy fireplace, fully equipped kitchen, relax on the screened in porch, or enjoy the tiki bar area with lighted pond and fountain.

Please contact owner prior to stay concerning pets.

Keywords: Secluded, Waterview, Cottage, Gloucester, Yorktown, Williamsburg, Jamestown, Chesapeake Bay, Warner Hall, Boating, Beach, Private, Peaceful, Quiet.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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

Pets allowed
Contact owner first
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only please

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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hayes

Located in Hayes, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Some of the area's popular attractions include Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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hayes, VA

What's nearby

  • Yorktown Beach - 17 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Cuba Island - 21 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Busch Gardens Williamsburg - 29 min drive - 34.1 km
  • Water Country USA - 31 min drive - 37.4 km
  • College of William and Mary - 38 min drive - 44.8 km

Getting around

  • Williamsburg Transportation Center - 37 min drive
  • Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Los Portales - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Scoot's BBQ - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to The Cottage at Jameslin pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to The Cottage at Jameslin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to The Cottage at Jameslin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to The Cottage at Jameslin located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.5 mi (4 km) from White Marsh Shopping Center and within 6 miles (10 km) of Machicomoco State Park and Abingdon Park. Gloucester Youth Baseball and Catlett Islands are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 186 out of 212 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 212 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 212 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 212 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 212 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great place to get away for a few days. A short walk to the water. Nice, quiet, relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Serene peacefulness

Great cottage in a quiet atmosphere. Comfortable and well furnished.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Great location

Great location for visiting the area, close to beach, hosts were friendly and welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly T.

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

Five star

Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Coleen R.

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

Weekend getaway

Cute cottage in a beautiful setting...perfect for a quiet getaway and close enough to Williamsburg and Yorktown for easy day trips. Lots of room to roam and walk the dogs. Had everything we needed for a long weekend stay and communication with host was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

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

Total relaxation

We really enjoyed our stay! It was the perfect get-a-way we were looking for. Quiet, picturesque, many things to do/explore/eat close by. We would love to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Beautiful property

Beautiful property with plenty of room to roam.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at The Cottage at Jameslin for the long Labor Day weekend! The cottage was just the right fit for our family of 4 (16 and 12 years old boys, 2 adults) plus our dog. Our youngest even opted to sleep on the living room couch because it was so comfortable! The owners were super accommodating and communication was quick and easy. They even let us take one of their canoes out for some water fun. Our dog loved to run around the property and check out all of the fish the boys caught. The kitchen was perfect for cooking meals and fully stocked. The cottage was an easy drive to Busch Gardens, Yorktown, and Williamsburg, and we really enjoyed our time relaxing. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage has everything that you may wish for in a country , lakeside setting. There is lots of outdoor space for pets and kids to play. The lake (Severn river) is just steps away with a private dock for fishing. A short walk up the driveway there is also a Tikki bar with a deck and a pond for small bass fishing. The cottage itself was extremely clean and had plenty of towels, linens, cookware, and appliances to make our stay very comfortable. Sam and Mark are wonderful hosts and were extremely accommodating. I highly recommend this property for anyone who has pets and loves a country setting with access to many of the attractions in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

Great location

We loved our week long stay at Jameslin cottage. Very peaceful setting on a river. Beds were comfortable. It was a nice quiet spot to come home to after exploring colonial Williamsburg, York, and James town.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian H.

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

Wonderful Bucolic Hideaway

It was a beautiful bucolic hideaway from hustle and bustle of the big city. Would come back in future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel T., Cincinnati

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

Idyllic Getaway

A perfect vacation getaway, in a beautiful scenic environment with a host and hostess in ensure that all your needs are met. The location is perfect; out of the thicket of activity yet with close enough access if you so choose. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B., Spring Lake, NC

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

Family vacation

Beautiful place to stay. The communication was super easy and quick and the place looks exactly like it does in the pictures. The house was very clean and had all of the necessities needed for our stay. Sam was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Micah M., Athens, Georgia

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

Really nice spot way from it all

Great property, be prepared you may be sharing with owners. They were not there for our stay and we basically had the place to ourselves which was nice
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte L., Braddock Heights

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

Weekend Retreat

We enjoyed our weekend retreat at Jameslin. It was perfect for our visit with our daughter who is going to school at VIMS. It is amazing how secluded it is, yet within minutes to grocery stores, gas stations, and restaurants. The gas fireplace made it especially cozy during the rain.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H., Greensboro

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

Can't say enough good things....

Love, love the fire pit and cozy feel of the cottage. Comfortable, clean, simple, and would not hesitate to return. Owners are amazing and had great fire side chat with them one night.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph B.

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

Nice Place!

We have stayed at this property a couple of times. Its very quiet and comfortable. Both times it has been during cooler weather but they have a very nice outdoor area and screened porch. We look forward to coming down and enjoying it again. Sam and Mark are great hosts and very responsive to any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna M., Naples, FL

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

Perfect

We chose this property based on the listing and the location as we needed a base to explore the tidewater area. Our choice was perfect. Setting was very serene and quite, screen porch was wonderful for reading and meals. Home is well stocked and clean. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colby S.

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

Jameslin cottage

What a weekend! Due to weather, we had to pivot our plans numerous times but the owners were absolutely fabulous to us. We appreciated their hospitality! Thank you!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy J.

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

Peace and Tranquility

My only concern with my stay at this location is I I wished I could have stayed longer. Cozy Cottage on the beautiful Severn River. It was peace and tranquility at its finest. We loved our short stay. Sam and Mark were fantastic with information, details and recommendations in the area. We would love to return one day for a longer stay and explore more of the Yorktown/Williamsburg area. Thank you Mark and Sam for your beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, comfy home off the beaten path yet just minutes from town! Sam and Mark are so kind and readily available. She was very responsive to texts and Mark shared stories of the area. Our 2 dogs accompanied us and enjoyed walks outdoors. Dog friendly home yet did not smell like it! Very clean! Visited Jamestown, Yorktown, Williamsburg, & Chesapeake Bay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay! The house was comfortable and the scenery was lovely. It was an easy drive to Busch Gardens and convenient to parks and restaurants. Thank you for a wonderful weekend getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay, the house had everything needed and some! Owners were very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were excellent as well as the cottage Any questions were answered promptly and the cabin was well equipped and had a relaxing vibe. We loved coming back to the welcoming cottage's screened porch after a day of sight seeing and just enjoying the river view and being serenaded by the sounds of nature. Sam and Mark share their dock with guests and we saw a beautiful sunset from there on our last evening. The tiki bar was another relaxing place on site that guests are privy to enjoy. Another plus was their pet friendly policy. Would definitely recommend this cozy cottage which is also close to the historical triangle of Yorktown, Jamestown, and Williamsburg.Busch Gardens and a waterpark are also close by.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Berta B.

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

pleasant retreat

Very peaceful Clean wide open land for dog walks beautiful pond with tiki bar just pleasant break for couple and our dogs
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

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