Private sand beach on Chesapeake Bay--Great for Kids--Sunrise/Sunset Views

Heathsville, Virginia
$299 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 5

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

We bought this place during COVID in 2020 as an escape from the city & pandemic. As we fixed it up, it quickly became our sanctuary... where we wanted to be all the time. And at 1.5 to 3 hrs from the DC, Richmond, and Newport News areas, it's easy to get to for a weekend getaway or vacation re-charge.

The Property

The one-acre property is beautiful, quiet, and peaceful, and every season brings its own natural wonders. Seeing and hearing wildlife is a given here--bald eagles, falcons, herons, egrets, dolphins, cow nose rays, deer, wild turkeys, foxes, beavers, and lots and lots of butterflies, dragonflies, birds, and wildflowers. As it faces north, you get unimpeded sunrise and sunset views over the water.

We have a great outdoor fire pit area overlooking the water too and as much cured wood available as you could possibly want to burn--perfect for smores, stargazing, and just 'being'.

The Kozy Kottage lies right on the water, where the freshwater Potomac meets the saltwater Chesapeake Bay. Right across the water is Point Lookout State Park in Maryland, and to the east, you get views of the Chesapeake's Tangier, Bloodsworth and Smith Islands.

The property has its own private sand beach--the size of which ebbs and flows with currents, tides, and time of the year. The shoreline is shallow and is fantastic for little kids to frolic and play on. The water is shallow so it doesn't get too cold, and the currents are mild. It is a great place to hang out with your feet in the sand, enjoy the surf sounds, go kayaking, get some vitamin D, and stargaze.

(Please be aware, just as the size of the beach can change with the Chesapeake Bay tides, sometimes the tides can also bring in jellyfish--which can be annoying but, are also one of nature's great wonders.)

Also note that we do not use any kind of fertilizers or pesticides on this property. This is most apparent with the lawn--it is not golf course quality...intentionally so. We've also been supporting local ecological regeneration, by allowing the growth of natural meadow around the property, using native plant soil erosion control along the shoreline, the planting of polinator and habitat friendly native plants, and the (seemingly never ending) removal of invasive plant species.

The Kottage

The Kozy Kottage is from the 1930s and was one of the first built on this section of the Chesapeake Bay/ mouth of the Potomac River. While we've renovated the Kottage, we kept the knotty pine interior to maintain its historic, rustic feel. The wrap-around screened-in porch just completes the rural cottage vibe, while keeping out the bugs on summer evenings.

The Kottage has two bedrooms and a loft with overflow sleeping space--all with a variety of pillows and black out curtains. The bedrooms include: one BR with two twin XL single beds, and one BR with a king bed. The loft has a futon and covertible couch. The loft is where the TV is--intentionally out of sight.

The living room has a comfy couch and armchairs, and a large (1m x 1m) coffee table from Guatemala that is great for board games, cards, drawing, or just putting your feet up.

The kitchen, dining room, and bathroom are completely renovated. The kitchen has lots of counter space and a dishwasher. The dining room has great views and a large table that seats up to six.

There is only one bathroom (with shower) but there is also an an outdoor hot-water shower (closed in for privacy) to rinse off the saltwater and sand after beach time.

We also offer a four burner gas grill, beach chairs, various floatation devices, and a variety of children's life jacket sizes. We also have a chest of beach and outdoor toys and games.

The cottage has central air con/heat, and fiber WiFi that is extremely reliable (generally speaking).

The parking lot can hold up to three cars.

The Location

While easily accessible, this Northern Neck property is a bit off the beaten path. It's about a 15-minute drive to the Heathsville Food Lion and between 15-45 minutes to local restaurants and wineries (many award-winning, by the way!).

The property has cottages on either side, but the lots are big, and the neighbors come and go quietly. They, too, come here to relax and enjoy nature.

There is no traffic in this area, and as it is mostly farmland, it's great for biking and taking long walks in the rural countryside.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels Private Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Recycling Reusable Coffee/tea Filters Some Profits Reinvested In Community And Sustainability Unit Size: 1300 Sq Ft (121 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting Waste Recycling Policy
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee Grinder Dishwasher Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Wheelchair-accessible Parking And Van Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Norwegian Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Hunting Nearby Kayaking Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Sports Equipment Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Stereo Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near The Bay Near The Sea On The Bay On The River On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    3 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Wheelchair-accessible Parking Wheelchair-accessible Path Of Travel Wheelchair-accessible Van Parking

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 5

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Edyta G.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2024

    Stayed Sep 14, 2024

    Our stay was wonderful. Cottage is beautiful and so close to the ocean. The view from the screened porch was breathtaking. I was very impressed how clean and organized the cottage was. Anything we needed was there plus extra touches: s'mores kit, popcorn etc. I can go on and on. Communication with the manager was great, response to any questions were answered immediately. All of this together made the most pleasurable stay. I highly recommend renting this property. Edyta

  • Amy D.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    I took my family of four to the Kozy Kottage for the long holiday weekend. It was the best getaway for our family, and our children enjoyed the private beach area. The owner has thought of everything to make this a very comfortable and relaxing stay. The amenities, little touches of hospitality (i.e. smore kit, beach chairs, towels, outdoor games, etc) was much appreciated. We will certainly return in the future.

  • Shannon S.

    Submitted Aug 27, 2024

    Stayed Aug 22, 2024

    This was our second stay at the Kozy Kottage and once again we had a fantastic time at this charming house on the water. Kara makes the entire check-in/check-out process so smooth and simple and she went out of her way to give us additional recommendations for what to do in the area based on what she knew we were interested in. The house is clean, kozy, and truly the perfect location for a getaway on the shore. We had a great time lounging on the beach, watching all the incredible wildlife, and gazing up at the stars at night around the fire pit. We’re planning to make a stay at the Kozy Kottage an annual tradition and I would highly recommend the house to others as well!

  • Ching G.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2024

    Stayed Aug 15, 2024

    Nice and clean house. Like screened porch area to rest and eat. Easy access to water. Like the fire pit feature. Wish it offers kayaks for water activities.

  • Hannah A.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2024

    Stayed Jul 18, 2024

    This was our second time at the Kozy Kottage, we absolutely love it. You couldn't ask for better hosts or a better place to stay. Everything is clean, comfortable, stocked with all you need, and cozy. Our 20 month old daughter enjoyed the water, giggling at it chasing her and throwing rocks in. It was perfect. We enjoyed the fire and smores this time, such a treat. We used the grill, ate on the porch, lounged in the hammock, and enjoyed all the wild life. Our daughter got to see a frog, a lizard, so many birds, rabbits (incl. a baby one), and multiple herons. This time we also went to the farmers market in Heathsville, which we really enjoyed, and we went down to Reedville - the icecream place there was amazing! We were sad to leave. It was a perfect, peaceful, beautiful, vacation. Hope to come back again!

  • Submitted Jul 5, 2024

    Stayed Jun 30, 2024

    Lovely location. Very quiet. Well equipped.

  • Katie E.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2024

    Stayed Jun 24, 2024

    As a previous reviewer stated, I wanted to give this property zero stars so no one else ever comes here. The Kozy Kottage was truly a dream - clean, comfortable, and the location could not have been more amazing. My husband and I stayed here for four nights with our two boys ages 10 and 9 and every day we all commented on how it was the best. Some highlights: most comfortable beds and pillows of any rental we've ever stayed in, SUPER clean, wildlife (bunnies, dolphins, seahorses, crabs, quail, osprey, herons, turkeys), amazing views of both the sunrise and sunset, the screened in porch, kid kayaks provided, great communication from the property manager, we were there during a very hot week and the AC worked great. A few things to know (BY NO MEANS COMPLAINTS): no dishwasher or icemaker (but the bin in the freezer perfectly holds a 7lb bag of ice from Food Lion); the sand is a little on the coarse side - my boys were fine but if you have little ones/sensitive feet you might want to bring water shoes

  • Amanda M.

    Submitted Jun 20, 2024

    Stayed Jun 16, 2024

    We loved the peace and comfort of this wonderful home! The neighborhood is really quiet and the view absolutely breathtaking. There was a small sandy beach with calm waters and we were able to catch crabs using their crab pots. Just wonderful!

  • Christy M.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2024

    Stayed Jun 7, 2024

    For 2 busy professionals, staying at this property was restorative, delightful and invigorating. We stopped by a local farm, rode bikes & played golf, rose to the sunrise over the water and took sunset photos on the dock (embarrasing but true) and enjoyed the local crab/seaside fare. It is a casual, rural setting with every detail considered and amazing host communication. A+

  • Jennifer L.

    Submitted Jun 6, 2024

    Stayed May 31, 2024

    The house is very comfortable. Kara the property manager was extremely responsive. We were very lucky and had the perfect weather and days on the river. We brought our own kayaks, made s’mores, ate all meals on the screened-in porch, and one night out at the Crazy Crab. We used the gas grill on the other nights. The boys used the outdoor shower and the girls used the inside shower. Made it easier for sharing one bathroom and keeping it clean. The outdoor hammock was also a nice place to relax! We hope to return next summer or even at the end of the summer!

  • Guy L.

    Submitted May 29, 2024

    Stayed May 24, 2024

    Everything at the property was as advertised. Just bring the fam and food and everything else is taken care of. Really enjoyed the added touches like providing a s'mores kit, or having cold drinks already available upon check in as provided by host. Don't let this one slip away and enjoy your stay at the kozy kottage

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