Historic Beachfront Home With Stunning Views Of The Chesapeake Bay!

This was our third time at the Big Blue House! It's right on the ocean and has an incredible porch to sit on outside and watch the ships go by. It's conveniently located to all amenities and points of interests. Check out the Botanical Gardens in Norfolk - one of our favorite gardens! It's near the naval station, so you'll see lots of cool ships, planes, and choppers. The pier is right there - you can walk to it to fish or grab a drink or some food. The house is big and has an interesting history, beautiful charm, and character. They do allow dogs, so we are always able to bring our fur kids along - we wouldn't go without them, so this is a huge plus for us. Also, the property is fenced in. You can walk right out to the beach, and there's an outdoor shower to remove the sand when you return. The kitchen is fully stocked for cooking, and the laundry units are available to use. The AC was very comfortable on the hot days. The Internet works and you can stream your favorite services. The team is great with communication and always so kind. I could go on and on! I wish we could stay longer. See you next year BBH :)

We were very disappointed in our stay . The house looked clean till we went to get in bed & the beds had not been turned over.....absolutely uncalled for had sand & dog hair thru out. We called @ 10 pm our 1st night by 12pm they did bring new sheets.

Our host was amazingly responsive, and quite gracious (I broke the coffee pot, and ordered another then let him know). The beach umbrella was turned inside out during a gust, and he replaced it immediately. We also had just a couple of basic questions that were answered quickly. The kitchen has everything one might need (including a Keurig coffee maker, which we used after I broke the other). I do wish the storm windows had been removed, it would have been great to hear the waves and catch the cross breeze at night.

An absolutely phenomenal stay. Thoughtfully laid out home, every amenity provided for with plenty for the kiddos. The beach was fantastic and Quinn was so accommodating. Just spendid!

Beautiful home, beautiful view, quiet beach location.

The house is beautiful, comfortable, with lots of character. The beach access is awesome. Great restaurants and things to do close by.

Beautiful home! Definitely will recommend to friends and family

Our stay was a perfect Thanksgiving getaway. We had plenty of room for family to enjoy the beautiful house and views, and the kitchen was well-equipped to prepare a large meal. The host communicated throughout the rental process and was very responsive when we had questions. This was our second stay and we’re already planning our next visit.

Nice

Good location

What a beautiful house; tons of space in this charming historic home. Huge wrap around porch with great water views, and great water views from the upstairs bedrooms. Very convenient check in and access; we look forward to return visits!

Wonderful property, great views and direct access to the beach and pier. Must-stay!

This home is amazing. It is cozy, very spacious and has everything you need. I think the part we liked best is the wrap around porch, views of the bay and direct access to the beach. We drank our coffee every morning out in the deck looking out into the bay and watching as various ships would cross back and forth. Seeing all the ships was as exciting for the adults as it was for my teenage son. We also walked the beach every morning and got to find treasures to bring back home :). The house’s location is very good as well. Nothing is more than a few minute drive away. Thank you so much for allowing us to stay at your beautiful home and we’ll definitely be staying here again in the future.

Our stay was perfect. The rocking chairs on the big, beautiful porch are the perfect place to escape reality while you watch the waves roll in and the big ship glide by on the horizon. The seabirds provide the ideal amount of entertainment. The interior of the house is the perfect blend of a bygone era and modern day conveniences. The house was 5-star clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the food, drink, and live music at the pier next door. Communication with the host was easy and welcoming. We had no problems during our stay, but felt confident that they would have been addressed immediately based on the accessibility of the host. We look forward to booking our next stay soon!

The vicinity to the beach was exactly what I wanted. The house is in very nice shape for a home of this age, with many modern upgrades. The fact we could have our dog come with us was one of the biggest deciding factors for me. It was kind of a spur of the moment decision to take a trip ( about 2 weeks) and honestly can't believe there was availability on such short notice for 7 night's. Would not hesitate to consider coming back. The restaurant at the pier is a short walk, and the food was great.

The pictures do not do this place justice. Every detail of this home is captivating- an architectural dream. Quinn did an amazing job keeping the authenticity of the home with some appreciated but appropriate upgrades. You want for nothing in this home- everything is well thought out and organized. Plenty of space for all of us! The teens loved the little hideaway on the third floor, the moms loved the porch, and the dog misses the wind in his fur. This was by far one of our family’s best vacations. Beautiful home and the one of the most hospitable owners!

This is our 3rd year staying at the Big Blue House. Everything we need is right there. Walking on the beach, swimming and our daughter’s family likes to fish off the pier.Quinn was very responsive when we had an issue with the washer. He got it repaired quickly. We really enjoyed our time there. We hope to come back next year!

We had an amazing time staying at this beautiful and spacious home! The location is excellent just few steps a from the beach. The house was fully equipped with everything to make our stay comfortable and stress-free. From the well-stocked kitchen to the cozy living spaces, everything was just right. My family and I truly enjoyed our time here and made wonderful memories. Highly recommend this property we’d love to come back!

Love the house and location unable to use various porches due to pending repairs would love to revisit when all repairs are completed

This property is amazing! The best part about it is the location. Right on the beach next to the pier that has a restaurant. We loved it! The house is great, it has lots of space and a barbecue in the garden. The pictures don't do justice. The communication with the manager is fantastic; they were ready to resolve any issues immediately (they even sent us a high chair for our baby to sit with us at the table, as our portable high chair could not fit the tables in the house). We will definitely be back. Thank you so much for a wonderful time!

Big Blue House was wonderful! The response time when we had an issue with the heat was quick and friendly. We loved the location and the proximity to restaurants, fishing and sights. We loved our last minute vacation and would absolutely stay there again!

The Big Blue House does not disappoint! Super clean, well appointed with everything you need for a great stay on the beach. Home is historic with amazing views and close to all we needed to see and do in Norfolk and Virginia Beach. Host communication was awesome! Highly recommended!

Home was beautiful as well as the view. The home has character and feels like home when you walk in.

My wife wanted a place on the beach with her dog for some days away with me over our anniversary. This place was perfect for us Despite very cold weather we enjoyed the well-insulated and cozy dwelling.

Excellent experience with our 4 night stay, exceeded our expectations. The home was everything we had hoped for, and more. Very large house, well maintained and clean, right on the beach. We liked the location, has a local feel unlike Virginia Beach oceanfront. We hope to return again soon!

Perfect beach front location, lots of space!

My husband and I rented this charming home for a long weekend in October to visit my husband's 90 year old brother and family that live locally in Norfolk. Typically when we visit we stay at a hotel in Norfolk...thankfully, it was all booked up and I found this gem of a place instead. Could not have picked a better place to gather and will definitely book this historic home on Chesapeake Bay again. The wrap around porch was an amazing feature. We spent our mornings on the porch having coffee overlooking the bay and afternoons and evenings leisurely reading or having a cocktail. And, with beach access from the house, we were able to take get daily walks in. The kitchen has a gas stove, which is a plus for me, and I was able to cook two big family meals without lacking for any cookware ( I did bring all of my own spices with me). Additionally, there is a drip coffee maker as well as a Keurig depending on your preference. A large dining room table was able to accommodate all ten family members I hosted for dinner. Despite the home being built in 1917, there is ample hot water and the water pressure was amazing! Most importantly and the biggest plus about this rental was the host, Quinn. She was in communication with us throughout our stay, just to check to see if everything was as expected or if we needed anything at all...we didn't... but just to have such a communicative host was so appreciated!! Thank you, Quinn for sharing this lovely home!

We were there to attend the Warbirds over the Beach Airshow. Loved the house!!