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On the beach
Exterior
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Living area | Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Mermaid's and Mutts Retreat

Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Map
Norfolk, VA
  • Popular LocationNorfolk Beaches3 min walk
  • Popular LocationJoint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story5 min drive
  • Popular LocationNaval Station Norfolk9 min drive
  • AirportNorfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)12 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 8
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
    1 twin/single bed
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
    1 twin/single bed
Bedroom 3
    1 queen bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Bathtub/shower combo

Room options

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About the neighborhood

Norfolk

On the beach.With a stay at this Cottage Line cottage, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Norfolk Beaches and 2 miles (3 km) of Ocean View Beach. Sarah Constant Shrine Beach and Oceanview Fishing Pier are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Norfolk Beaches - 3 min walk
  • Ocean View Beach - 2 min drive
  • Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story - 5 min drive
  • Norfolk Botanical Garden - 7 min drive
  • Naval Station Norfolk - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Norfolk Station - 20 min drive
  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • The OV Beach Tavern - 3 min drive
  • McDonald's - 6 min drive
  • Cap'n Rons Bar & Grill - 3 min drive
  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • McDonald's - 5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mermaid's and Mutts Retreat

Welcome to our "Mermaid's and Mutts Retreat" - Pet and Child friendly!

Our lovely little Bungalow was built in 1923 and has been upgraded with all the modern conveniences needed to enjoy a wonderful family beach vacation.

We are nestled directly on the beach of the Chesapeake Bay. We have fantastic views of the beach from the decks and the upstairs. We are beach front and your backyard is the beautiful sandy beaches of the Chesapeake Bay.

Mermaid's has central heat and air. We have a dual zone system for both upstairs and down. There are 3 bedrooms; two of which are upstairs - one has a queen-size bed and a twin bed with a locking door, and the other also has a queen and a twin with a full curtain for privacy. The downstairs bedroom features one queen bed.

We have a 65" Smart TV for you to stream your own entertainment services. We also have high speed WiFi for all your devices.

We have a dining area, with a dining table and 6 chairs.

We have two full bathrooms - upstairs has a standup shower and the main bathroom downstairs has a full tub/shower combination.

The full size kitchen features a gas stove. We also have a full size washer/dryer.

We are pet friendly with a pet fee. We do have Off-Street parking right in front of the home that can handle up to 3 larger vehicles, or 4 smaller ones.

Even with a thorough modernization the property is a historical home that is now over 108 years old. It has some eccentricities that reflect building standards and designs from the turn of the last century that lends to its charm as an older beach cottage. But even so, we hope that you will love our older and charming home.

This is a family enterprise and as such we are happy to open our home to families and smaller groups that are traveling or seeking to enjoy our beautiful beaches. No parties are allowed or tolerated. We do have neighbors close by and everyone is entitled (by law) to the "quiet enjoyment" of their homes - including you as our guest. Please respect your neighbors. Any parties will be immediately shut down and evicted with the full forfeiture of all monies paid as well as the security deposit.

Property manager

George

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total
  • Pets stay free

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the bay
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Mermaid's and Mutts Retreat to the airport?

This cottage is 6.2 mi (12-min drive) away from the Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Mermaid's and Mutts Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Mermaid's and Mutts Retreat to the beach?

This cottage is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Mermaid's and Mutts Retreat offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Mermaid's and Mutts Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Rivers Casino Portsmouth (22-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Mermaid's and Mutts Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Mermaid's and Mutts Retreat?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Mermaid's and Mutts Retreat have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Mermaid's and Mutts Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Mermaid's and Mutts Retreat to downtown Norfolk?

This cottage is 7.3 mi away from Norfolk.

Mermaid's and Mutts Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get away
Clean, nice layout. Close enough to downtown & other sights
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint cottage
Location is easily accessible from Rte 64, a short drive to the Naval base, and is close to shopping and restaurants. The rental is very clean. Part of its charm is that it’s an older home. Which also means we didn’t expect perfection and are pleased by the amount of TLC this gem has received. The little nuances of staying in a historical home in a modern area makes this housing charming. There were only a couple of non-consequence plumbing inconveniences that a good handyman could fix easy. Overall, our stay was pleasant and restful.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hugo G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thumbs up!!
Great place!! Awesome host!!
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Property was as listed. Worked very well for our family of 5 and 2 dogs. Loved the direct access to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Marion B.

Liked: Cleanliness
review
Great location and a new place for us to visit. Amazing beach, and ready access to it. Warm ocean, great for swimming. Disappointing weather but that can’t be controlled!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Jessica P.

Beautiful but could use a handyman’s touch
We booked this property for our anniversary weekend getaway. We had an awesome time the location was perfect. They allowed the dogs which was awesome. The backyard is the beach and exactly what we were looking for. The house is spacious and has loads of potential. It’s an old house and could use a handyman’s touch for a day or two as outside upper deck really isn’t safe and there are a few things that need minor maintenance, outlets needing covers but all and all we had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful & spacious
We highly enjoyed our stay in this beautiful home. The backyard is the beach & it’s a short distance to Va. Beach & other amazing things. Check in was super easy. The home was very clean & spacious. We had 5 adults & 2 children. I will keep this property in mind for next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara B., Cockeysville

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute home, great location
Short weekend visit with our adult children but. This place is perfect for a family or group. Right off the beach and close to everything. More spacious than it looks in photos.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat W.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a wonderful ocean cottage.
My family of 7 adults and 2 furbabies stayed for a weekend to Celebrate our sister, who lives in VA Beach's 70th birthday. The house was roomy, comfortable, and Kathleen was the ultimate host. We would highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brylee K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vaca
I loved this property. The owners were so nice. Great little weekend we had!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023