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Whimsical Cottage with Gorgeous Views of the Bay, overlooking Russell Marina.

Holiday home in Onancock with kitchen and patio

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Front view of the East Point Farmhouse.
House from street view.
Turtle shack, breezeway, and front sitting area.
Living room.
Bar room.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Chesapeake Bay
  • Place, North Street Market
  • Place, SouthEast Expeditions

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Master room queen bed

1 Queen Bed

Office 1

1 Double Futon and 1 Single Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Whimsical Cottage with Gorgeous Views of the Bay, overlooking Russell Marina.

Enjoy the family friendly community of East Point, near the town of Onancock, VA. Please feel free to use our two single kayaks, and two tandem kayaks, at your own risk, to discover the bay. Our home has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a three season room. Front porch, and back porch with plenty of seating. Large bar room that has a table that seats 6, board games, and a dart board for entertainment! There is also a formal table in the living room that seats 6 as well. This home is directly across from the Russell Marina, with great views of the water, and sunrise. 2400 sq ft on .61 acre lot, plenty of space to relax.
For more pictures, things to do, and to view our other property, follow us on Instagram @DevineRetreats

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Suitable for children, but it is not child proof.
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Wash/dry any bath/beach towels. Detergent is at the house.
Put excess garbage full bags in the outside detached shed located to back right of the property. This will help minimize bugs. Do not overstuff bags so they do not rip.
Text 7573877719 to let us know that you have left property so we can start with cleaning/change over. Leave keys on counter, and put single key back in the lock box.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Onancock

Located in Onancock, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at George N McMath Park and Accomac Historic District, while Red Queen Gallery and North Street Playhouse are cultural highlights. North Street Market and SouthEast Expeditions are also worth visiting.
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Onancock, VA

What's nearby

  • North Street Market - 17 min drive - 10.5 km
  • SouthEast Expeditions - 17 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Hang Glide Virginia - 17 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital - 19 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Eastern Shore Yacht and Country Club Golf Course - 32 min drive - 22.2 km

Getting around

  • Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Farms - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Kuchi - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whimsical Cottage with Gorgeous Views of the Bay, overlooking Russell Marina. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Whimsical Cottage with Gorgeous Views of the Bay, overlooking Russell Marina.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whimsical Cottage with Gorgeous Views of the Bay, overlooking Russell Marina.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whimsical Cottage with Gorgeous Views of the Bay, overlooking Russell Marina. located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Hang Glide Virginia, Red Queen Gallery and North Street Market. North Street Playhouse and SouthEast Expeditions are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abby M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
'Whimsical Cottage' is a perfect description of this house, a delightful mix of historical feel with modern updates, bay views and great eclectic decor. So blessed with gorgeous weather, it was a great house for me to unplug.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

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

Relaxing tranquility…

The homeowner as well as the neighbors in this area were super friendly. I would highly recommend this relaxing environment to everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra W.

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

Amazing Vacation Getaway

Collette and Larry, thank you both so much for an amazing farmhouse getaway! The beautiful view, quiet neighborhood, amazing backyard, and lovely atmosphere makes me want to come back! Everything was perfect! We will definitely be coming back. This house is everything we wanted and more!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful property for families and friends to get together. There are plenty of things to do here plenty of things to do nearby. Easy check in and check out, the nearby private beach was small but lovely, the home had just about everything you could want and plenty of spaces for people to spread out. We would have taken advantage of the kayaks and bicycles had we encountered better weather, but there was still enough to do here and nearby for everyone in our group. Thanks again for being such great hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the home! Great location. The house was very clean and the few times I reached out to the owner, she immediately responded. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This worked great for a place that our techs could to stay while our company did a job in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as described, and this has worked well for our PM who was working on a job there.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From start to finish this stay was a gem. Quaint & clean. The sheets were buttery smooth! Enjoyed the kayaks with easy entry across the street. Very equipped kitchen & even grilled one night. This one is a total win! Colette was responsive to any question we had , promptly & clear. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meriel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful house with spacious rooms and classic furniture (and the host was quick to answer questions). It has a real nice kitchen, washer & dryer, and two bathrooms, so the six of us were quite comfortable. Totally safe, it feels kind of like staying at your grandmother’s house. I loved just sitting on the shady front porch with the breeze coming off the water, looking at the boats in the marina. We had a great vacation with this house as our base. We drove around the peninsula looking at historic buildings (identified in a book on the coffee table), eating at a seafood restaurant, and seeing the historic town of Cape Charles and its beach. We took the Joyce Marie II out to Tangier Island. We went to the town of Chincoteague and Assateague National Seashore. And we just enjoyed each other’s camaraderie in a beautiful setting.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa M.

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

Fun Shore Getaway

We had a great time at Colette’s and she was super communicative. Would recommend for a quiet, relaxing getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

Vintage Beach Cottage by the Bay

Spacious well-equipped cottage including the kitchen. You will find everything that you need for your stay was provided. The owner (Colette) was readily available and very helpful during our stay. Our grandchildren loved the beach and were really excited to catch blue crabs. The neighbors are very friendly and made us feel right at home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the East Point Farmhouse. The house was very clean and well equipped with all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay and is beautifully decorated with so many little "details" and a lot of nostalgia. We just loved it! We enjoyed exploring Onancock and the surrounding area and sampled some very good restaurants close by. Communication with our host was great! Thank you, Colette!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison E.

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

The Farmhouse

We enjoyed our stay at the Farmhouse! The owners were great to communicate with, they give wonderful advice of things to do and places to eat on the Eastern Shore! We would definitely recommend staying here if you are visiting the area!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elayne R.

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

Charming Cottage

Very charming, very comfortable and well equipped. The owner has thought of everything to make our stay easy. A very quiet neighborhood across from marina. A good base to explore the area -- art galleries in Oconocock, Chincoteague and Cape Charles. Wonderful!
The cottage
Marina across the street from cottage
LOVE sign in Oconacock
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David Z.

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

Thanksgiving Stay in East Point

Our family had a great time staying there for Thanksgiving. The house was charming and beautifully decorated in the style of the Eastern Shore. Plenty of space to hang out or spread out! The kids really loved the Turtle Room We would certainly stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Elsa T.

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

First time to Onancock

Charming, spacious home. Very well stocked and comfortable across road from small marina. We loved walking around the neighborhood and to the private community beach. This is a hidden gem. Peaceful and relaxing. We plan to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

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

Awesome

What a cool house with so much character. Really nice and quiet area too. Great plsce to relax a bit.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy V.

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

Wonderful Getaway!

My husband and I loved our stay at the Whimsical Cottage. We enjoyed the eclectic touches in each room. The view from the porch of the marina/water was beautiful. The beach was around the corner, an easy walk or bike ride. Again, beautiful views. The hosts are so friendly, helpful and went out of their way to welcome us. The town is small and cute. We enjoyed walking around. Highly recommend this cottage. We hope to be back (and try their other rental as well). Only minus is the iffy internet at times, but who really needs the internet when you are surrounded by such natural beauty!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

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

home away from away - but Chiller!

Didn't want to leave, so i didn't 😎
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

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

Whimisical or just plain Magical

I have so enjoyed staying here. Property owners responsive and just awesome people. Can't even imagine better place to stay away from home.
Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lynne W.

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

Whimsical Farmhouse

Colette was an amazing host. We loved her wonderful personal touches. Was a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane and Harry D., Mount Pleasant, SC

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

Nicely renovated Eastern Shore Farmhouse

Colette was a great host. She provided us with a wealth of information on the area including eating and drinking establishments and things to do. The house is in the waterfront community of East Point convenient to Onancock. Easy day trips to Cape Charles and Wachepreague. The house overlooks the community marina with great views. There is also a community beach with beautiful sunsets. I would certainly recommend the house for a stay on the ESV.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

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

Beautiful

Onancock is beautiful and very relaxing.. we slept better than we have in a long time. The clean, pure air alone is a relief. The house is a gem. City people needing a break can experience the stars again, and yes clean air, plus quiet but for sounds of the surf. Nice, decent, down to earth people in Accomack County will look you in the eye and say “good morning”. Took me off guard at first. Onancock and Accomack county, I hesitate to even write this review because I don’t want the rest of the world to see it and come and spoil you. But if you want to breathe clean air, listen to nothing but surf, stay in a comfy house, get to know the stars again and be amongst people who look each other in the eye and say “good morning”, this is the place to be
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen J.

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

great place to stay

very relaxing and cozy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Home away from home

This home is so fun to stay at. Beautiful on inside and out and so much to keep everyone entertained. This is definitely a place to relax and enjoy nature! We had a great time riding bikes in the area, crabbing, playing games that the house provides, relaxing on screened porch watching the boats come in and out, going to the areas private beach to enjoy sunset, and spending time in the quaint town of Onancock. The owner was so kind to send us information on activities going on in town and communicating everything we needed to know and responding quickly to questions. I would highly recommend a stay in this home!! We would definitely come back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Colette Devine

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I am originally from Northern California. I have been a host since 2019, and enjoy sharing my house with guests who like to relax, or enjoy the outdoors with the wonderful nature that the eastern shore has to offer. Please reach out if you have any questions about the house, or the eastern shore.

Why they chose this property

I enjoy the ease of walking/biking the neighborhood during the day. It is friendly, and has a campground feel to the neighborhood. Enjoy watching the stars, rocket launches from the house. Once you get in, you want to relax and enjoy the area.

What makes this property unique

We want your family and friends to enjoy their time together in our home. We know you might spend your time at the beach, but we also encourage you to feel comfortable when you are in our home and community. Let us know if you have any questions during your stay! Enjoy the local watermen as they depart and arrive in the Russell Marina, which is directly across from the house. We also have a small community beach to relax with the family. Our property is easy to take strolls around the neighborhood, enjoy a bike ride, or take the kayaks on the water and enjoy the sunshine. Feel free to bring your fishing poles out on the kayaks to catch some local fish. We have great sunrises and sunsets to enjoy as well.

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