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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Interior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, Internet
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Heathsville, VA
  • Smith Point Marina
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Reedville Fishermen's Museum
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Buzzard's Point Marina
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the area

Ophelia

Located in Ophelia, this cottage is by the sea, within a 15-minute drive of Ginny Beach and Northern Neck Farm Museum. .This family-friendly cottage is 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Smith Point Marina and 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from Reedville Fishermen's Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Smith Point Marina - 16 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Northern Neck Farm Museum - 18 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Reedville Fishermen's Museum - 18 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Buzzard's Point Marina - 18 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Fleeton Beach - 24 min drive - 17.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Little River Seafood - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Newsome's Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Crazy Crab - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Horn Harbor Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Los Patrones - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Waterfront Heathsville Cottage w/ Dock & Hot Tub!

Discover the perfect retreat at this 3-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental in Heathsville! Nestled in a serene setting, this cottage, 'The Lazy Oyster," offers a fully equipped kitchen, deck, and gas grill. Spend your days exploring nearby top attractions like Vir-Mar Beach and the Bush Mill Stream Natural Area Preserve. Afterward, unwind by the fireplace or soak in the private hot tub under the starlit sky. With its tranquil location and top amenities, this cottage promises an unforgettable trip!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Kayaks | Free WiFi | 1,539 Sq Ft

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3 (Loft): Queen Bed, Twin Daybed w/ Twin Trundle | Additional Sleeping: Crib

OUTDOOR AMENITIES: Dock, kayaks, hot tub, gas grill, hammock, life vests, board games, yard games
HOME FEATURES: Smart TVs w/ streaming services, dining table, ceiling fans, outdoor dining area, deck, fireplace, laptop-friendly workspace, high chair
KITCHEN: Refrigerator, stove/oven, Keurig coffee maker, microwave, dishwasher, dishware & flatware, spices
GENERAL: Washer & dryer, towels, linens, complimentary toiletries, central air conditioning/heat, keyless entry
FAQ: Stairs required for access
PARKING: Gravel driveway (6 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

COASTAL ACTIVITIES: Vir-Mar Beach (3 miles), Buzzard's Point Marina (11 miles), Dameron Marsh Natural Area Preserve (17 miles)
GO GOLFING: Indian Creek Yacht & Country Club (21 miles), Quinton Oaks Golf Course (22 miles), Golden Eagle Golf Club (24 miles)
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Northern Neck Farm Museum (8 miles), Reedville Fishermen's Museum (12 miles), Bush Mill Stream Natural Area Preserve (14 miles), Hughlett Point Natural Area Preserve (18 miles), Steamboat Era Museum (23 miles), Morattico Waterfront Museum (28 miles)
AIRPORTS: Richmond International Airport (85 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
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. Conveniences include a coffee/tea maker and a washing machine.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

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: 1,539 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

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Waterfront Heathsville Cottage w/ Dock & Hot Tub! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marian V.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Beautiful Gem on the Water

We had such a wonderful stay at this property, The Lazy Oyster. Our host made check-in a breeze and answered all of my questions ahead of time. The house was perfectly clean and decorated very tastefully. We had everything that we could need from good quality towels and sheets, to detergent, dish soap, tp, spices, games, puzzles and appliances. The view from the sunroom is fantastic and our teenage sons loved fishing and crabbing from the dock. We also did a lot of kayaking and enjoyed the hot tub. We had enough space to spread out but we still felt that closeness that you want on a family vacation. We did venture out to nearby towns for shopping and exploring. Yorktown was about an hour and half away and that was a wonderful historic trip. We visited a local winery and the nearby beach and fishing village. The grocery store is only about 15 minutes away. I highly recommend The Lazy Oyster if you are looking for a nice, relaxing location with the option to venture out for other entertainment. The view is wonderful! Thank you so much to our hosts for making this beautiful location available and for making our stay so memorable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

marcie g.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dream Cottage on the water

The cottage was beautifully restored and decorated. I could imagine the generations of families that enjoyed the place. Our hosts were wonderful and very helpful.The only downside was the outside deck has not been restored.I would definitely recommend this place to someone seeking a quiet getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jemma P.

Liked: Cleanliness

great place!

we loved the house and the beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Home

Had a wonderfully relaxing Memorial Day weekend. Even with other houses in close proximity we felt like we were the only people there
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

This property met all our needs, and then some for a weekend getaway of relaxing and fishing. This property met all our needs, and then some for a weekend getaway of relaxing and fishing. The home was spotless and there are so many extras provided. We would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

Liked: Cleanliness

An Amazing Stay!

We had such a great time on this trip! The house had everything we could need and more and Michelle was super responsive with any questions we had. We loved getting to grill, use the kayaks, and go to the nearby beach. Would definitely come back and stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mrs

Stay was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful and relaxing!

I highly recommend this river/lakeside property. It was just the unwind that we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from home

This had all the conveniences of home that are not normally found at a rental. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Location, location, location (and so much more)

The property exceeded expectations and proved to be the perfect spot for relaxing and adventuring over a long Thanksgiving weekend. At first sight the word that came to mind was ‘magical.’ Tucked next to a water cul-de-sac, the views are spectacular. Equally as wonderful, our hosts paved the way for nearly any activity. There are boats, fishing rods, a croquet set, board games, a hot tub, and more. We gathered each day in the “Florida room” to talk and read. We had daily excursions to various places tucked here and there, and all within easy drives. We slept on comfy beds, and all-in-all felt spoiled, which in retrospect is just what I needed. As icing on the cake, Little Wicomico is dog-centric and since we have two, they, and us were very happy. The plan is to return and in case it’s not clear by now, I can’t wait! Thank you, Arlene, for “our” top-notch vacation paradise, as well as for your kindness and stellar communication. We left this morning with gratitude.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

mark c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Property!

Wonderful accommodations and picture-perfect setting. Our host, Arlene, was incredibly kind and responsive. The house and grounds are appointed with everything you need for a comfortable stay. The kitchen was equipped with spices and condiments, there were plenty of towels and they even had crab pots and canoes for outdoor fun. We take a long weekend at this time each year but we usually go to the Outer Banks. This year we decided to try Heathsville and we were so glad we did. The surrounding towns are all charming, we had a wonderful dinner at Horn Harbor Restaurant, and found lots of little shops and thrift stores to fill our days. We will be back Arlene, thanks again for your hospitality! Mark and Trish Clark, Rob and Allison Kennard
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenna S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing, peaceful retreat Perfect for disconnecting

My family of 3 recently stayed for a long weekend Thursday- Sunday. It was exactly what we were looking for and needed. We wanted somewhere remote we could enjoy, disconnect, have fun, and make memories as a family. The house is very comfortable and welcoming, it’s very easy to feel at home and relaxed. Everything you need is provided and labeled! We purposefully wanted a vacation that encouraged us to slow down but that by no means meant we were bored. There was so much to do, we had a blast all weekend! Sitting outside and listening to nature and the birdsong is such a good reset, there were many fish jumping and we even spotted a few river otters. Arlene was wonderful and helpful from the moment I contacted her with questions about the house! During our stay she answered right away as questions popped up. She also provided a ton of info before arrival that was greatly appreciated. Checking out was easy. Vir-mar beach is close by and a great place to visit and spend some time. Other than that and the grocery store we did not leave the property. We had such a great time and are looking forward to returning in the near future. Thank you Arlene for sharing this beautiful space with our family 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and peaceful

We have stayed more than once. Host is great to work with. Love the canoes and relaxing by the water.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing, beautiful, simply perfect.

This is our second time staying here. It’s perfect for outdoorsy type. We stayed two weeks and left the house only 3 times. Place had everything you need. It’s perfect. Caught tons of crab from dock, saw stingrays swim into our bay, jellyfish, eel, flounder, eagles, SO MUCH NATURE TO ENJOY! Thank you Arlene!
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tess A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet girls trip

We wanted a fun and low key weekend away and this was great. There were just three of us so we had lots of space and really enjoyed the water view, kayaks, and eating out on the deck. Took the ferry out to Tangier one day and went to a nearby vineyard and Kilmarnock.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

We had an amazing time on our stay. The house was perfect for us, they had everything we needed. We fished and crabbed everyday from the docks and took advantage of the canoes and kayaks. I will definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Candice C.

Liked: Cleanliness

August in Ophelia!

Very pleasant stay! Couldn't be any closer to the water, and it is just a 5 mile paddle to the bay! Even though the neighbors were somewhat close, it still felt very private. I also want to say how well the home was stocked and labeled.....the host literally thought of everything! Only thing was the sea nettles that prevented swimming, but it is to be expected at the time of year we were there and the location of the home. Overall great vacation and would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra O., Arlington, VA

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Family Vacation!

We had a great time in July, very hot outside, but the accommodations were great and we had a great time teaching fishing and crabbing skills. All were comfortable and happy and we were a large group with a wide age range!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wesley P., Hagerstown, MD

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great stay in Ophelia

This is a great property with a lot to offer. The sunroom view is fantastic and we enjoyed our morning coffee there every day. We made good use of the hot tub and the gas grill accounted for multiple meals. The watercraft provided hours or fun for all. We all enjoyed the quiet location and we enjoyed watching the area wildlife.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Waterfront Getaway

We felt at home in this comfortable getaway cottage. It is well appointed with all the conveniences you would expect of a vacation cottage. We were quite pleased overall.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jose C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary

Fantastic and relaxing!! So peaceful! Lazy days cozied up in the hammock Overlooking the river, romantic evenings sipping cocktails in the hot tub. Couldn’t have asked for a better vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tamara M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Calm Haven

I read the previous reviews and thought to myself no way can a property be that great. I am here to tell you that it can, down to the sighting of a river otter. If you are looking for a quiet, beautiful spot for your vacation, the Little Wicomico Cottage will fit the bill to a T. The experience is only made better by the extremely responsive owners.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roger O., Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring Break on the River

Little Wicomico Cottage gave our family a great riverfront getaway. We immersed ourselves in nature with canoeing, inspecting the shoreline, watching the geese & osprey in nest building, and enjoying sunrise and sunset from sunroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness

We will be back!

Wonderful host, wonderful property. We had the time of our lives. We look forward to repeat trips in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Definitely what we needed for a getaway from the world weekend

Can’t wait to go back in the summer to experience the outdoor activities, but super cozy and clean. This place goes above and beyond.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022