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Romantic Sailboat Experience + Seafood Restaurant
We can't adequately describe how romantic & carefree it feels to step aboard our sail boat. The perfect stay begins by treating yourselves to dinner at the marina's seafood restaurant, then snuggle up together on deck to watch the sunset turn the sky pink & purple. The marina atmosphere is simply magical & you'll love rocking with the gentle sway of calm waters. Come enjoy a weekend aboard this amazingly cozy & romantic sail boat. Convenient to Norfolk & Virginia Beach, the location is prime!

Private Guesthouse, Ghent/Downtown near ODU, EVMS
Legally licensed and permitted with the City of Norfolk! We did it right here! European-style guesthouse between Ghent and the Heart of Downtown. Walking access to many restaurants and hotspots, and across from “The Tide” light rail, and YMCA, Chrysler Museum of Art, Granby St, Colley Ave, EVMS, Town Point Park! 15-min from the ocean. FREE PRIVATE PARKING: designated driveway parking spot; Kitchenette includes– cooktop, sink, microwave, coffee, fridge; Wifi, separate HVAC, bath, FREE laundry.

Historic Hideaway Private Apartment/Suite
You will be comfortable in this spacious, one bedroom suite. You have your own kitchen, washer/dryer, and living room space with large tvs in the bedroom and the living room. To wind down from your day step into your large beautiful shower that has endless hot water. Try living room sofa pulls out to a sleeper lay down while watching tv, or to use as an extra bed. Enter/exit thru a private entrance. Only you will have access to your space. Clean and inviting. Stay a day, or stay a while!

Newport Nook: 5/2.5 Home in Norfolk - Sleeps 10!
5 bed / 2.5 bath - Sleeps 10! Our cozy, farmhouse-style Norfolk home is 5 min from Historic Ghent / ODU. Free Wi-Fi, parking for 4 cars. Coffee, grill, & fire pit provided. Pet-friendly! NO cleaning fee or checkout instructions! Driving Distances: ODU - 5 min Sentara Norfolk General - 5 min CHKD / EVMS - 8 min Norfolk Naval Station - 14 min Virginia Beach Oceanfront - 25 min Monthly: $4,200. Fully furnished rental with all utilities, Wi-Fi, weekly housekeeping, pest & lawn care included.

Dog-Friendly Cozy Cottage | Private Fenced Yard
Experience the perfect blend of serenity and centrality at this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Norfolk. Featuring cozy accommodations and a fully fenced backyard, it’s ideal for couples, solo travelers, or small families - with pre-approved dogs welcome! Enjoy a fully stocked kitchen, Wi-Fi, washer and dryer, and ample parking. Located just 5 minutes from the beach and close to Naval Station Norfolk, Little Creek, ODU, and Waterside District, this home has it all for your Norfolk stay!

Cobblestone street apartment with rooftop views!
Historic, Downtown area of Norfolk. Walking distance to shops, restaurants, museums, landmarks, parks, memorials, EVMS, & CHKD. This special residence is on the National Register of Historic Homes, includes a clawfoot tub & rooftop patio (no hold harm). This High Victorian Italian home was built in 1870, with a Mansard roof & features an ornamental cast iron veranda. John Cary Weston built this as a summer residence following the Civil War.

Beachfront stay with kayaks & paddleboards
Private beach access, Chesapeake Bay views, and kayaks and paddle boards included. This waterfront home is made for slow mornings, beach days, sunset evenings, and time on the water. My husband and I renovated the interior ourselves with comfort and simplicity in mind. The kitchen is stocked with the essentials, and towels, soap, shampoo, and conditioner are provided so you can settle in easily and enjoy the bay.

3BR Mid-Century Modern Home • Near Airport
Welcome to our beautifully updated 3-bed, 2-bath home in Norfolk. Featuring a spacious layout with cozy beds, it’s ideal for families or groups. Enjoy a gourmet kitchen, a huge dining space, Wi-Fi, a washer and dryer, and all the amenities needed for a relaxing stay. Located next to Norfolk Airport and the Botanic Gardens, you’ll have easy access to all of Hampton Roads. Book your extended getaway today!

Ghent on the Corner: Cozy 3 bed 2.5 bath home
My cozy, 3 bed / 2.5 bath Norfolk home has a spacious 1st floor primary suite with a full bathroom, 2 bedrooms upstairs along with a 2nd full bathroom. No cleaning fee or checkout instructions. Pet-friendly! Free Wi-Fi, parking for 4 cars, grill & gazebo. Distances: CHKD - 5 min EVMS - 5 min Sentara Norfolk General - 5 min Waterside / Downtown - 10 min Ocean View - 20 min VB Oceanfront - 25 min

Sun Sea and Sand
Welcome to Sun Sea and Sand, a Caribbean theme in Hampton, Virginia. Sun, Sea and Sand is a beautiful, waterfront, second story, two-bedroom, one-bath guest house located on a private drive providing lots of privacy including your own private entrance as well as stairs leading from your private balcony directly to the waterfront. High-speed fiber-optic wifi and cable with blue ray player provided.

10 min to Ocean View Beach: 33% Off June
Welcome to our charming 3-bedroom retreat nestled near the lake and Ocean View beach, just a short 10-minute drive away. Our property has an outdoor patio with firepit and balcony deck for alfresco dining area. Our Volleyball net in the large backyard is also available for use. This cozy haven is designed for comfort and entertainment, with thoughtful touches to make your stay truly memorable.

Entire Apartment - No Cleaning Fees!
A cozy and comfortable 800 sq ft apartment with available parking in the driveway, a private entrance, in a quiet neighborhood. This will feel like home for the week, weekend, or month you are here. 40 minutes to the Beach, Busch Gardens, Williamsburg, and 15 minutes from Norfolk makes this an ideal and convenient place to stay!
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Destinations to explore
- Chesapeake Bay
- Virginia Beach Oceanfront
- Busch Gardens Williamsburg
- Corolla Beach
- Carova Beach
- Buckroe Beach
- Cape Charles Beachfront
- Water Country USA
- First Landing State Park
- Jamestown Settlement
- Norfolk Botanical Garden
- Outlook Beach
- Ocean Breeze Waterpark
- Chrysler Museum of Art
- Regent University
- First Landing Beach
- Colonial Williamsburg's Merchants Square
- Neptune's Park
- Currituck Beach Lighthouse
- Nauticus
- The Mariners' Museum
- Currituck Club
- Virginia Zoological Park
- Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge-N





