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

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

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

5 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 565 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Virginia Beach, VA
  • Popular LocationVirginia Beach Boardwalk7 min walk
  • Popular LocationNeptune Statue15 min walk
  • Popular LocationVirginia Beach Fishing Pier19 min walk
  • AirportNorfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)19 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

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 (cutting allowed), screened porch and small open deck with plenty of seating. 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. Each room has a dresser and the second room has a 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. Permit parking only (we provide Guest Pass. Fee only if you lose it.) Flowers almost all year 'round. It changes by the Owner's whim or Mother Nature's mood swings. Most of cleaning fee is included in the rent, (small minimum fee added to guarantee maid income). Cozy 100% cotton linens provided with one fee per stay, beds will be made for arrival, one bath and one beach towel per guest. Kitchen linens provided. Some toilet paper and soap as well (We supply enough for most but do not guarantee supply for stay, especially since we now have to portion it out as a valuable commodity. We are trying to supply our guests with the best available). 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.

Property manager

Denise Holden

Amenities

Kitchen
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

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

Children

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

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 55 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Must contact owner first. See Pooch Policy.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
I will consider dogs at the house with certain rul
We provide wipes for make-up removal. We will char

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
A mandatory cleaning fee is included in this property's rental rate

About the area

Virginia Beach

This cottage is located in Northeast Virginia Beach, a neighborhood in Virginia Beach, and is near theme parks and near the beach. Pirates Paradise Mini Golf and Virginia Beach Fishing Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Old Coast Guard Station and Jungle Golf. Nightmare Mansion and Atlantic Fun Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.

What's nearby

  • Pacific Avenue - 4 min walk
  • Old Coast Guard Station - 6 min walk
  • Virginia Beach Boardwalk - 7 min walk
  • Neptune Statue - 15 min walk
  • Virginia Beach Fishing Pier - 19 min walk

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Abbey Road Restaurant - 8 min walk
  • Harpoon Larry's Oyster Bar - 5 min walk
  • Doughboy's - 7 min walk
  • The Bunker Brewpub - 9 min walk
  • Vlove Coffee House - 9 min walk

Reviews

5

Exceptional

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5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Keith Stuart J., Ottawa, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing family property
This is the perfect little home if your family is looking to get away and enjoy the sights and sounds of Virginia Beach. With two bedrooms and one bathroom you have enough room to comfortably fit a family a 3-4. There is street parking out front on in a quiet neighborhood that is just a few minutes walk to the beach and only 10-15 minute walk to the cafes and restaurants in “downtown”. The place has everything you need and the host is incredibly accommodating. An absolute must book if you’re looking to stay in VA Beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

5/5 Excellent

Lucas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at the Pink House!
The whole family loved the Pink House. Clean and tidy with decorative touches throughout (and a beautiful garden outside), this was an oasis for a fun early spring beach weekend. Denise was very communicative and helpfully double-checked that there would be enough space for our family. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

5/5 Excellent

Terry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for family of five plus dog
We visited on a chilly weekend with some rain. We were close to the Convention Center and all the shops and restaurants close to the beach. We have a one-year-old who is very busy and gets into everything. We blocked off the kitchen area and problem solved! We enjoyed our stay and would visit the Pink House again in the future. I really appreciated the flower arrangements inside which were very pretty. Inside is peaceful and quiet even though the area is busy. The house had everything we needed! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

5/5 Excellent

donna k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming
Great experience - the hosts thought of everything. Immaculately maintained and location couldn't be better. Be sure and check out the "Little Red House Book of Stuff", which contains not only tons of information about what to see and do, but provides a charming background on the property. Can't recommend it highly enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

5/5 Excellent

Andrew O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage
The Pink House was a lovely place for a winter weekend. Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Denise Holden

Host profile image
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 and now works for the local transit company as a 'talking head'. We have three children, a beautiful ex-hunting dog we got from a wrong phone number, lots of plants, and a koi pond that I fuss over. 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 house, 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 70 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. Over the next few years, I plan to renew the back garden and add a shed so we can have bicycles and beach equipment handy. 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. If friends driving by saw candles burning, they knew I was home for the evening and would stop by to visit. 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 owners of the apartments next door, stopping in to chat and catch up with the area news. 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 there, always activity. I love my Little Pink House!
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