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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Water view

About this property

Entire place

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

Gloucester Retreat w/ Backyard Oasis & Pier!

Pack your bags and head to this charming 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom vacation rental home nestled next to the York River in Gloucester. Boasting a stunning backyard space with river views, outdoor dining areas, a private fishing pier, ample entertainment space, and much more, this ideally located abode will have you and your family feeling right at home. Spend days relaxing at the home’s private beach area, perusing the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, or visiting Busch Gardens Williamsburg.

-- THE PROPERTY --

River Access | 2,400 Sq Ft | Washer/Dryer

Ideal for a stress-free family retreat or a fun-filled getaway with close friends, this well-appointed home offers guests easy access to the river and the area’s top attractions without sacrificing the comforts of home.

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Bunk Beds | Bedroom 4: Twin Bunk Bed, King Bed (2 Twin Beds Pushed Together)

INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs, fireplace, ceiling fans, dining table, laptop workspace, sewing machine
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, Keurig coffee maker, cooking utensils, dishware & flatware, hot water pot, microwave, island w/ seating, wine refrigerator, toaster oven
OUTDOOR LIVING: Private beach area, patio w/ seating, dining area, gas grill, river views & access, fire pit, private pier, kayak, canoe, & standup paddleboard w/ life vests
GENERAL: Free WiFi, lockbox entry, central air conditioning, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, hangers, in-unit laundry machines, laundry detergent, iron/board, linens/towels, trash bags/paper towels, telescope
FAQ: Steps required, no fence before river
PARKING: Driveway (6 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

NEAR THE WATER: York River (on-site), Cappahosic Public Beach (0.3 miles), Tanyard Boat Ramp (7.3 miles), Beaverdam Park (10.0 miles), Warehouse Boat Ramp (10.4 miles), Machicomoco State Park (10.9 miles), Gloucester Point Beach Park (16.3 miles), Williamsburg Charter Sails (16.4 miles), Yorktown Sailing Charters (17.5 miles), Yorktown Beach (17.6 miles), Yorktown Fishing Pier (18.6 miles)
THINGS TO DO & SEE: Gloucester Museum of History (8.2 miles), American Revolution Museum at Yorktown (17.5 miles), Water Country USA (27 miles), Busch Gardens Williamsburg (29.8 miles), Colonial Williamsburg (29.8 miles), College of William & Mary (30.9 miles), Williamsburg Premium Outlets (35.4 miles), Great Wolf Lodge Williamsburg (35.7 miles), Historic Jamestowne (37.8 miles), Williamsburg Botanical Garden (41.6 miles)
BREWERIES & WINERIES: Gloucester Brewing Company (8.4 miles), That Damn Mary Brewing Company (9.1 miles), Zoll Vineyards (17.3 miles), Anheuser-Busch Inc (28.5 miles), Gauthier Vineyard (28.7 miles), The Virginia Beer Company (29.4 miles), Silver Hand Meadery (31.6 miles), Williamsburg Winery, Ltd. (34.1 miles)
AIRPORT: Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport (26.5 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: This property may not be suitable for young children due to there being no fence between the home and the river. Adult supervision is recommended
- NOTE: Garage not available for guest use

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

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  • Washer
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

467186

About the area

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Gloucester, Virginia

What's nearby

  • Busch Gardens Williamsburg - 52 min drive - 47.0 km
  • Water Country USA - 54 min drive - 50.3 km
  • Governor's Palace - 59 min drive - 54.7 km
  • College of William and Mary - 61 min drive - 55.4 km
  • Merchants Square - 61 min drive - 55.4 km

Getting around

  • Williamsburg Transportation Center - 49 min drive
  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Pierce's Pitt Bar-B-Que - ‬52 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gloucester Retreat w/ Backyard Oasis & Pier! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gloucester Retreat w/ Backyard Oasis & Pier!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gloucester Retreat w/ Backyard Oasis & Pier!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gloucester Retreat w/ Backyard Oasis & Pier! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Captain John Smith National Historic Trail, Walter Reed Birthplace and Stifel Conservation Easement. Middle Peninsula State Park and Ark Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Gloucester Retreat w/ Backyard Oasis & Pier! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10

We loved our stay! The house was perfect- clean, well-stocked, and comfortable. I adored the covered patio and sitting in the swing down by the river. The kids loved being on the water (though beware jellyfish!). We highly recommend this house.

10/10

Overall very nice place. The back yard was amazing! If you like swings you will enjoy just swinging and looking at the water!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

We needed a place that was close to our in-laws, and this checked all the boxes. Bunk beds for the kids, a big backyard, great patio deck space, and a beautiful view of the river with a clean beach that was very family-friendly. The house was stocked with everything we needed, and it was an easy home to keep tidy. We would come back again for our next family visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10

We had a wonderful time! The house was clean and extremely well equipped. We enjoyed the lovely outdoors and loved going kayaking.
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8/10

Great view! Very nice, clean house with comfortable seating and sleeping arraignments.

10/10

Wonderful and spacious stay for a group of 8. Great outdoor spaces and river front access in a quiet rural setting. Wonderfully appointed kitchen. More table lamps in LR for readers would be nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

The house and especially the outdoor areas were wonderful with plenty of room for our family. We especially enjoyed the beach and kayaks. The mattresses in the bunk room were not comfortable and the kitchen was too cluttered with leftover food from previous guests, but all in all, a very nice house!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

The house was clean, spacious and comfortable. We were two families, with nine people in total and never felt crowded. The kitchen was well-appointed and had everything we needed plus more! Great to have spices, condiments, tea and coffee provided! The views of the river are tremendous and there’s even a little beach area. Great location and we would consider staying there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10

The house was very clean and had so much space! There were a total of 9 people staying here, 4 adults, 3 teenagers, and two small children and everyone was very happy with our stay. The backyard, dock, lake, beach, and patio were immaculate and well kept. I will definitely look into this home if I take another trip up there again.

10/10

Absolutely gorgeous setting. Being able to see and enjoy the York river throughout our stay was a highlight. We really were able to just step away and relax! Lots of bed options although mattresses could use an update. Kitchen is well stocked - just keep looking if you don’t see it at first :) Towels, linens etc supplied.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Gorgeous views and very well equipped house. Lots to go outside, we unfortunately had cold and very windy weather. Would be an amazing getaway with warm weather. More seating around the tv or a tvin one of the other rooms would be nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10

The home was very nice, clean and well kept. Very well stocked. They owners went above and beyond in this category to make the stay nice. The outside areas of the property need some TLC/maintenance. I.E. broken/rotted deck boards around the home, paint peeling etc. But overall very nice and clean. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10

Very well equipment house, loved the outdoor space. Simple check out instructions. Only suggestion would be more seating around the tv or another tv in the house. We had 11 people staying and when the weather was bad and we wanted to watch a movie there was only really one couch to sit on to watch.

6/10

We gathered as a family to celebrate Xmas. We went to Christmas town and cooked Xmas dinner. We found old rotted food in one of the cabinets that really smelled badly. A lot of the utensils were grubby looking and the stove was not very clean. The exhaust fan did not work. The setting was beautiful and the kids loved playing outdoors. It met our needs and we made do but I would suggest getting rid of all the old food in the kitchen and refrigerator..
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

6/10

The house had an appropriate amount of space as advertised for me and my family. The backyard is quite peaceful except for the loud fishing boats in the morning (but has nothing to do with the property). There were plenty of items for our basic needs such as cooking utensils and toiletries. Unfortunately, on our arrival there were two large trash bins that were overflowing with garbage and multiple filled trash bags on the ground on front of the garage next to the walkway for the entrance from the previous guest which attracted raccoons. The trash wasn't collected until Wednesday. We did not feel safe sitting outside after dark because of the raccoons. However, the inside of the house was very neat and in order.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
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6/10

While the location of the house being on the water is amazing….. the rest of the house needs updating. The furniture is also mostly outdated. The outdoor furniture looks beautiful in the photos but all of the cushions were off & the furniture was scattered & not set up. There were several pairs of shoes on the back patio which was strange. There was an odd smell in the house. We did find a bag of orange peels & rotted onions in a cabinet in the kitchen. Not sure if that was what the smell was, but it was gross. There was a small fresh blood stain on the mattress pad in one room. I wouldn’t stay here again unless they did a renovation & more thorough cleaning.
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10/10

Quiet and peaceful property. Perfect for a gathering of family or friends. The pier and little beach were a real bonus. Well-equipped kitchen, clean home. The patio area was a lovely place to hang out. We enjoyed our stay.

10/10

The house is right on the York River with beautiful views. It was clean and extremely well stocked with all items. The hosts left a kind note. We had a great time, and highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10

Property was clean and is well marked from the street. Everthing we needed was at the house and it had plenty of room and storage. Since it was winter we didnt enjoy the dock or much of the outdoor space but did explore and the beach looked very clean. Telescope st the house provided entertainment and was a great place to stargaze.

10/10

The property was clean and well appointed. The location is beautiful. No complaints, couldn’t have been better.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10

The house / property is nicer than the pics. The sunset view is real. It is secluded, take what you need or drive 15 minutes to Wally world.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

I would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10

Property is very remote and quiet. Extremely clean with most amenities. View of river is spectacular as is the grounds. Living room furniture not very conducive to conversation or TV watching. Two twin beds joined in one room had terrible mattresses. Decks should have hand railings, particularly the one coming from the house down to the patio, just for safety measures. Home was spotless and well equipped. Beautiful flowers and very quiet neighborhood. We loved our visit to the historic sites.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The location is phenomenal. Right on the water with a private beach & dock! Beautiful river views, so relaxing. And lots of outdoor seating to take it all in. Home was well stocked with extra towels, blankets, plenty of kitchenware, and most things you'd need. There's even a canoe and life vests you can use. The only small negative about this home was the bath tubs. One seemed "cleaned" but was still kind of dirty. The other one was definitely not cleaned. The rest of the house was very clean though. Overall we loved it and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022