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Welcome to The Cottage at Jameslin

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A park with a gazebo, wooden deck, and lush greenery.
A wooden deck over a pond with trees in the background.
A house with a front porch, a driveway, and a lawn.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel microwave, an oven, a toaster, and a sink.
A covered porch with a ceiling fan, a patterned rug, and a view of a park with trees and a picnic table.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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hayes, VA
  • Place, White Marsh Shopping Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Woodville Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Machicomoco State Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Futon

Living Room 2

1 Double Bed

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.

Must 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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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

Property # 709019vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Hayes

Located in Hayes, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yorktown Beach and popular attractions include Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA. On-The-Hill Cultural Arts Center and Hampton Roads Harley-Davidson are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Map
hayes, VA

What's nearby

  • White Marsh Shopping Center - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Woodville Park - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Abingdon Park - 9 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Machicomoco State Park - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
  • York River Crossing - 11 min drive - 13.5 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
  • ‪Duke's Aloha Eats - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to The Cottage at Jameslin pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Welcome to The Cottage at Jameslin?

On-site parking is available at the 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 Shoppes at Gloucester are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 199 out of 228 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 228 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 228 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 228 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 228 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The grounds are absolutely stunning, house was very clean, hosts were very welcoming, accommodating, and responsive. Would return on all future visits
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, quiet setting. Perfect place to spend July 4th weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a such a nice stay at Jameslin Cottage! Communication was amazing, check in was easy. The cottage is so cozy and loved the other amenities offered with that stay, such as the tiki hut/screened in porch, pond and water front views. Would love to return as we used it as a half way point yo stop on our way from Baltimore to Outer Banks, and went to Busch Gardens for the day while there. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsche A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My parents and sisters enjoyed thier stay. And would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, clean cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fun place to stay for our 3 boys! We were in the area for a baseball tournament and instead of doing the hotel thing, we stayed at this delightful, waterfront cabin which had everything we needed, plus accommodating, friendly, helpful, communicative hosts!! We had access to the water, brought fishing poles, and had a ball. The pond is stocked, the tiki bar is adorable, and the fish are biting! In addition, if you are a bird-watcher, there were 14 different varieties of birds detected on my Merlin app! The only downside had nothing to do with the property, but the Colonial Parkway was completed closed for construction, which made our commute over to Williamsburg twice as long. Book with confidence, this is a slam dunk!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was one of the best vacations we have ever had. Sam and Mark were wonderful hosts. The place was peaceful, clean and quiet. I loved it. We did not want to leave. Sam and Mark, thank you again. We hope yo come back one day!!!Shelly & Allen
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jessica w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We would stay here again! The hosts were very welcoming and quick to respond to any questions. The area felt safe and remote - yet was only 15 minutes away from grocery stores, walmart, resteraunts, etc. The water here was calm and fairly shallow. They even have a pond/large deck/bar area that you can use. The beds and couches were comfortable and soft. They had plenty of towels for our family of 6 there and available! They also had things to cook with, silverware, cups, plates, bowls, etc., so we were able to make meals at the house with ease! We did not realize the hosts home was also on the same property and the dock is behind their house, but they were kind and we were able to use everything on the property without feeling like we were at all in the way - more just like having neighbors. Thank you for everything and for letting us stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful location, courteous host, beautiful scenery. The location puts you far enough away from tourist areas to where you don't have to feel like traffic is an issue but close enough to get to anything within minutes
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you so much for a wonderful stay. Your home is so welcoming and beautiful. We really enjoyed our time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is the perfect getaway! The scenery by the deck is breathtaking. The hosts were nice, accommodating, and really thought of every detail to make the stay perfect. Already missing this cottage and Virginia!
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Deck
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was described accurately. The kitchen had everything we needed, the bed was very comfortable, and the cottage was bigger than we were expecting. No issues with checking in or communication. The owners were nice, answered our questions, and made sure we had what we needed, which was fantastic. It was cold when we were there, and we didn't get to fish the river, but we caught plenty of smallmouth bass and bluegill in the pond. The amount of space we had to run our dogs was exactly what we were looking for in a property. Unfortunately, renters should know that there are dogs on both sides of the property that roam freely. We had to keep a close eye on the grounds before we could let our dogs out because they are afraid of large dogs charging at them. Every day, we had issues with dogs running at ours and had to keep our dogs close to the house. This is something to consider if you are bringing your dog. Otherwise, we loved the property and enjoyed our stay. Going into town was easy, and nothing was too far away from the property. It was quiet in the evenings and a nice retreat away from city living.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie J.

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

Beautiful property

Beautiful property & wonderful hosts
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Yvonne G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
We had a lovely Mother's Day weekend away and are appreciative of the Cottage at Jameslin. The cottage is quite roomy with a comfortable living room, kitchen with many necessities, large beds and a screened-in porch. Coffee maker/Keurig was supplied, linens for the beds and bath, hand soap, tissues, books, DVDs all available. The host invited us to wander the property and enjoy the boat dock and Tiki bar by the pond. Note: there were dogs running loose and while we love dogs and did not have any problems, some want to know that detail. Host was clear on arrival information and quick to answer questions. With a few updates and attention to detail, this cottage would be even more charming. The home itself shows some wear; the interior walls could use some touch ups. The bath linens were old and thin, but there were plenty of them. There were cobwebs on the furniture on the porch, and in the windows. We were also surprised that the photos included in the VRBO description do not make it clear that the cottage is in the host's front yard, basically. While we were welcomed to walk to the dock and Tiki bar, there were other people around which was awkward, in our opinion. As a former host, I was a bit disappointed and hope there might some updates to the details in the description, specifically the lovely deck that is now a pond and some upgrades to the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

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

Fourth weekend!

We had an amazing time and it was a lovely place owned by some lovely people! Super dog friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne P.

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

Family vacation

The cottage setting was so peaceful. We took advantage of the tiki hut for dinner and card games. The cottage was very nicely appointed - clean, beautifully done. We would definitely stay again if we visit the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tammy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are looking for a peaceful place to take your dog, this is it. Lots of wildlife, and plenty of birdwatching. The water was very relaxing to be by. The cozy little cottage would be perfect for a small family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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

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