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Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate

Riverside cottage with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Set on the tranquil Ware River, this 1890s hand-hewn post and peg cottage exudes romance with its cozy fireplaces in both living room and bedroom. Stroll down the private oyster shell drive to enjoy sunsets by the pier, perfect for wine sipping or launching your canoe. With ceiling fans keeping you cool, a restored icehouse nearby tells stories of steamboats down Chesapeake Bay.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

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

Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate

Come spend your vacation in this quiet, peaceful setting on the Ware River. This charming and romantic 2 story cottage has hand hewn post and peg construction dating to the 1890's. There are fireplaces in both the living room and bedroom with ceiling fans in the bedroom and on the front porch. Just in front of the cottage is a restored icehouse used to store vegetables and dairy with blocks of ice brought from up north by steamboats down the Chesapeake Bay. The waterfront is a short stroll down our private oyster shell drive and has a pier with a floating dock, table, chairs and fishing gear. This is a perfect spot for watching our beautiful sunsets while enjoying a glass of wine, fishing, crabbing, or launching your canoe or kayak. The Cottage is 1 hr from Richmond or Norfolk, 2 hours from DC, 45 min from Williamsburg, 30 min from Yorktown, and 20 minutes to the Arts and waterman community of Mathews. It provides a great home base for exploring this beautiful and diverse region of Virginia.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please leave used bath towels in bathroom and do not strip beds. Wash dishes and return to cupboards.
Adjust thermostat to minimize usage for the season (78 summer and 65 winter)
Take garbage to green trash cans located in the round building. Lock door and return key to bird.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: Please provide crate if you leave your pet alone.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

About the area

Map
Gloucester, VA

What's nearby

  • Ware Parish Church - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Brown Park - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Gloucester Public Library - 6 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Main Street Center - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Gloucester Museum of History - 7 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Williamsburg Transportation Center - 47 min drive
  • Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Duke's Aloha Eats - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Ware Parish Church and within 6 miles (10 km) of Fairfield Foundation and Main Street Center. Gloucester Public Library and Gloucester Museum of History are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 262 out of 274 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 274 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 274 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 274 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 274 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely stunning property and adorable cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was quaint, peaceful, and beautifully appointed. Everything you need for a quiet getaway. We absolutely loved it, and Sherri and John are the best hosts ever – extremely helpful and responsive. We will definitely look to come back!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas F.

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

Another great weekend at the Middle Cottage

This is our second time staying and we had a wonderful time. Sherri is a great host and very communicative. The Cottage is very clean and comfortable and has all the amenities one would need or expect. A great location for crabbing or fishing enthusiasts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

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

Gloucester Getaway

The cottage was just as described, well appointed and equipped.Property was secluded, just the right respite.Love the area and we will return again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Lovely cottage

This is a lovely historical cottage on a peaceful and large property. Spring was a beautiful time to be there. Great home base for side trips to Yorktown. Highly recommend Olivia’s in the Village in Gloucester.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Levi S.

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

Quiet relaxing stay in beautiful cottage

My wife and I enjoyed our stay here very much. The property was beautiful, and the dock fishing area was really cool. The town was cute and the restaurants we went to were delicious. We recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendan K.

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

Amazing Historic Property along the Ware River

Highly recommend this property for a retreat to renew your spirit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

M A.

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

Quite Place

Nice place to rest and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tthe history of the property itself was amazing. Not to mention the surrounding area. The house was near to the community but also far enough out to be very quiet and peaceful. We loved the open floor plan of the main level but if you have issues with mobility, accessing the stairs to the second floor may be an issue.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

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

A cozy peaceful holiday

Everything was so charming and cozy! We appreciated the little holidy touches for our Christmas away from home. I would definitely come again when in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely Stay in a Historic Gloucester Cottage

We had a very
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johann T.

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

Family Vacation

We did a short stay over a weekend - the weather was bad so we weren't able to do much in the area, but the host answered all our questions and was very pleasant to work with. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Incredible, charming place

We had an amazing time staying at this property. The place was extremely clean and well-maintained, and the house and grounds are so gorgeous and charming. We would look forward to returning again some day.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricio R.

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

All around great stay

Such a well appointed cozy cottage on a beautiful estate. Hosts were super friendly. Great location for checking out that part of Virginia. Hope to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally C.

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

Delightful

The cottage was a wonderful place to get away and decompress. We loved the peaceful location and side trips to Williamsburg and Gloucester. Would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Levi B.

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

Loved it!

Nice and peaceful cottage! Found everything we needed and more. Thank you for hosting us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry C.

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

Historic cottage

We enjoyed the quiet beauty of the little cottage. The decor fit the home beautifully. Everything one could need was provided. Our dog enjoyed being able to get in the yard and chase her frisbee. Our side trips around the area were wonderful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi V.

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

Total relaxation

Loved everything about this place
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen P., US

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

Two night trip with dog.

The cottage was adorable and perfect for a couple and small dog. It was so peaceful and the grounds were beautiful and expansive. We would love to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Very Cozy Cottage

Our short stay in the cottage was wonderful. The fireplace was a nice touch on a chilly night. Very cozy for 2
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet T.

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

Beautiful Fall get away.

This was a perfect place to celebrate our birthdays/anniversary trip since November is our celebration month. Precious house that gave us excellent down time and special memories. We loved every minute!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

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

So cozy

My husband and I stayed at the cottage over a long weekend for our anniversary. We brought our dog and enjoyed a wonderful weekend. It was quiet and cozy! We also enjoyed talking with the neighbor about the history of the property. We definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Syndee V.

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

Beautiful Cabin & Area

Cute cabin. Porch was perfect in the morning. Listening to the birds while drinking coffee was relaxing. Location was perfect as we have family in Onemo. It was a relaxing & perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

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

Quiet Getat

We enjoyed staying in this beautiful cottage and having access to the dock a short walk away. Beautiful property with all of your needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Will return

Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023