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Waterview & Water Access, Luxurious Retreat

Family-friendly farm stay in Gloucester with a water park

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Family Tides farmhouse welcomes travelers to the serene countryside near Williamsburg with water views and beach access. Guests can kayak or swim, then unwind in rocking chairs on the porch or gather around the wood stove. Visitors consistently praise the peaceful atmosphere.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

About the neighborhood

Map
VA, Gloucester

What's nearby

  • Yorktown Beach - 30 min drive - 36.9 km
  • Cuba Island - 34 min drive - 39.7 km
  • Busch Gardens Williamsburg - 42 min drive - 52.2 km
  • Water Country USA - 44 min drive - 55.5 km
  • College of William and Mary - 51 min drive - 62.9 km

Getting around

  • Williamsburg Transportation Center - 51 min drive
  • Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Duke's Aloha Eats - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Waterview & Water Access, Luxurious Retreat

Family-friendly farm stay near a zoo
A water park, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Waterview & Water Access, Luxurious Retreat. Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking at this farm stay. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Barbecue grills, smoke-free premises, and games
Room features
All guestrooms at Waterview & Water Access, Luxurious Retreat offer comforts such as fireplaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like desk chairs and internet access.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and travel cribs
  • 2 bathrooms with showers and shower/tub combinations
  • Smart TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting, and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Games
  • Kayak
  • Playground
  • Water park

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Spa

  • Massage

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Waterview & Water Access, Luxurious Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterview & Water Access, Luxurious Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterview & Water Access, Luxurious Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterview & Water Access, Luxurious Retreat located?

Set in Gloucester, this family-friendly farm stay is within 9 mi (15 km) of Ware Parish Church, Main Street Center, and Walter Reed Plaza. Shoppes at Gloucester and Brown Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Waterview & Water Access, Luxurious Retreat Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 71 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

nick c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the history of the property and the water access! The hosts were amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home with fun outdoor spaces!

A really special renovated old home with lots of outdoor spaces perfect for visiting with family and friends. Well stocked kitchen and easy check-in checkout process.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint Home

Property was beautiful, house was very clean and hostess was wonderful to work with. Loved the fire pit and eating on the back deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dyanny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New year stay

The stay was absolutely beautiful, short distance from the river and it was very quiet and peaceful. Will stay here with my family again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun vacation

My family had a wonderful time at this property. Shannon was a great host. House had everything you needed and water front was spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded & serene

Beautifully kept property which entertained all six of us and fit our needs very well. More than enough space for all 3 generations to use. Much of the house is old and subsequently there are quirks, however, everything was clean, in great shape, and intentionally decorated to feel very modern, cozy, and inviting. The kitchen was full of utensils and supplies and we had no issues cooking many meals. We really enjoyed having access to the pier, beach and boats. The host provided many local spots in Gloucester to explore, and overall the drive to Williamsburg and Yorktown were relatively direct and painless. The drive out to this property felt secluded and serene. Wish we had spent more time just relaxing at the B&B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Excellent property many things to do just on the property beach within walking distance pier for fishing and swimming House was stocked with everything you need in this home away from home just had to buy groceries will stay here again next year
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome vacation!

All three generations enjoyed our week here. Two living rooms allowed grandchildren to watch tv or play video games while adults could enjoy tv and conversation. Four king size beds? Try to find that anywhere else. Not right on the water but short walk to pier and beach. Really had a relaxing week
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brannon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, clean and was as shown. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip for a wedding.

House was great! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Multigenerational Graduation celebration

Our time at the Farmhouse was cozy for our short stay. The decor and common spaces were very well appointed and spacious. The layout allowed us to gather together comfortably or have areas of privacy in case one of us needed to take a call or work. Our primary reason was a graduation, while we did not spend a lot of time at the house or grounds it is lovely place for a large group to enjoy some quality time together both indoors and out.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and Adorable

This home has comfortable furnishings and well stocked kitchen and bathrooms. It was very nice having a secluded feeling with views of and easy access to the water while being within minutes of both unique stores and good restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

It was everything we needed! Close to our wedding venue and so wonderfully decorated!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Truda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect river house

We stayed here for a wedding and it was the perfect location and included everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lovely place to stay

Pretty, clean, well-equipped house. Beautiful grounds and setting. We enjoyed a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful!

What a wonderful property! Beautiful, clean and perfect for our girls trip!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

We choose this house because we were attending a family wedding in the area - it was a great house, clean, plenty of room for 6 adults. Short walk to the dock/kyacks - weather and time did not allow us much use of the water but it was beautiful. House has everything you need - owner was very easy to work with. Great restaurants near by, definitely go to Olivia's. We would highly recommend this property
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Gathering Space

This was an annual Cousins trip. 5 ladies 70 and older and one in her 50s. This house was perfect for us to sit and talk and enjoy each other’s company. The living room has plenty of comfortable sitting and a nice farm table for meals. Unfortunately for us weather was rainy and cool so we were not able to enjoy the lovely porch and patio area. The house is nicely decorated and the beds were very comfortable. One thing to be aware of for seniors like us is that there are floor elevation/ transition points throughout the home, which is not uncommon in updated older homes. We met in Williamsburg before coming to house. The next day we drove over to Yorktown where they were having a nice community market. Shannon is very pleasant and responded quickly the few times we contacted. Everything was well communicated and we had no issues that needed urgent response. We throughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So cute and peaceful!

What a great place! The whole house is decorated beautifully with comfortable furnishings. The outdoor areas were definitely a plus - comfy front porch you would expect of a farmhouse and the fire pit area that provided a great atmosphere for our group of 6 grown ups. 10 minutes drive to a super cute Main Street with the highlights being the brewery, Olivia’s, and the popcorn store (go get some samples!). Only downside was no bathrooms on second floor that has 3 bedrooms, but that did not hinder us greatly. Not unexpected in this older home. The presence of 2 separate living spaces was a big bonus…for those of us not interested in the NFL Draft! The river was a 5 minute walk away and the dock and riverside seating area were lovely. Wi-fi worked well for the one person that had to log on for work. We will likely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was probably one of our best rental experience.

Details. It was all about the details.The fine points... If this person wasn't a marketing major, they should be. From the color scheme to the furnishings, everything was well planned and curated for your comfort. The Bee theme was everywhere, and it was so cute . From the color palate to the oven mitts. It was fantastic . The best feature was that each bedroom had a king bed. Which made it easy to get comfortable. The house was clean and well stocked, and the second living space was awesome for those of us who wanted to chill quietly. Also, the firepit made it so lovely to be outside . The only issue we had was the water pressure. But that's well water for you . Other than that, everything was fantastic. OMG!!!! The Christmas tree was the icing on the cake. Thank you so much for helping us have a wonderful holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

This is a repeat stay. Great location, accommodations, decor and hospitality from the owners. The view on the “rivah” is spectacular.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable space

Very comfortable, beautifully decorated
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

JA G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

JA

What we were looking for. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So inviting!

Home was fantastic! Everything you needed plus peace and relaxation…
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

mike m., wooster ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

rainy week

comfortable and cozy stay
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023