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Adorable Cottage In The Heart Of The Old Beach Area, Close To The Boardwalk.

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Late May 2021
June 2021
Street parking with provided pass
North end of porch, new gliders 2019 (blue cafe set stored inside in winter)
South end of porch

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 565.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Virginia Beach, VA
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Virginia Beach Boardwalk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Virginia Beach Convention Center
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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.

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, new mattresses and pillows. Total, the cottage should be able to sleep a family of 5 comfortably, depending on the size and needs of the individuals. Linens are provided and beds made for you for your arrival so you don't have to do anything. *Be aware that 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, and 2 types of coffee maker, handy for those traveling with special diet restrictions or busy families. Small backyard, no fence. Dining/living areas, tv, high-speed internet, Netflix and cable, central air, fireplace for off-season. Games, books, and drawing items for use. Grocery store and coin laundry just 1/2 mile away towards the north. Day street parking in front of the house (we provide Guest Pass for nearby overnight public garage parking. Fee only if you lose the pass. Garage is inbetween cottage and the beach within 1/4 mile. The city will not give guest passes to STRs any longer, starting in 2025) Flowers almost all year 'round, changes by the Owner's whim or Mother Nature's mood swings. Cleaning costs have already been included (some as part of daily fee, some as one time prep). Cozy 100% cotton linens provided with one fee per stay, beds will be made for arrival, one bath and one beach towel per guest (cost remains constant year-round). Kitchen linens provided. Reasonable amount of toilet paper and soap as well (We do not guarantee supply for stay. It's been surprising variety in demand). 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. Blankets and coverlets will be run through a hot dryer, just for sanitation (they don't typically need to be washed after every use). We have removed most of the rugs in the house to make it easier to clean. Chairs were switched out to hard surfaces that are easier to wipe down. 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, and as much as we would like to host you, please do not come unless you are symptom free. 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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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
House is not baby-proofed.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Must contact owner first. See Pooch Policy.
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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.

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 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
A mandatory cleaning fee is included in this property's rental rate

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 while in town? See what's happening at Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach or Dam Neck Fleet Training Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Virginia Beach, VA

What's nearby

  • Pacific Avenue - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Virginia Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Neptune Statue - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Virginia Beach Fishing Pier - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Virginia Beach Convention Center - 1 min drive - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Virginia Beach Station - 11 min walk
  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Comfort Suites Beachfront - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Parlor Donuts - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Baja Cantina - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪CP Shuckers Oceanfront - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dough Boys California Pizza - ‬7 min walk

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 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.

About the host

Hosted by Denise Holden

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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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