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"Bee Haven" Cottage Retreat Near Colonial Williamsburg

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Gloucester, VA
  • Place, Brown Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Fairfield Foundation
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Gloucester Public Library
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

"Bee Haven" Cottage Retreat Near Colonial Williamsburg

Curious about what makes Gloucester so wonderful? Live like a local at "Bee Haven Cottage Retreat" and find out for yourself at our newly renovated 2 bedroom cottage. Super homey and spacious open floor plan living area allows for guests to have memorable family & friend time. Sit around with the windows open, sipping morning coffee or come out to the inviting front porch to listen to the birds chirping or star gazing while sipping evening wine. Our street is quiet & very safe with free parking spaces. Shops, restaurants, hiking, lovely beaches & Colonial Williamsburg all within a short driving distance of our home.

LIVING ROOM:
*Smart 55" TV, Cable Wifi Wireless Internet throughout entire house
*Lounge Couch comfortable for 4 & Side Chair
*Board Games, Uno & deck of cards
*Plenty of lighting
*Ceiling fan & throw blankets for long naps
*Main Entry Door, 3 windows with blinds & curtains

DINING AREA:
*Table with 4 chairs & 2 bar stools

KITCHEN:
*Electric stove/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator w/ice maker & filtered water
*Dishwasher & dishwasher tablets provided, toaster, mixer, blender, can opener
*Mr. Coffee 12 cup coffee pot & filters (bring your own coffee)
*Keurig Single Serve Coffee Pot (bring your own pods)
*Completely stocked with cooking needs, including a selection of pots, pans, serving
dishes, platters, cookie trays, etc.
*Enough forks/spoons/knives/plates for everyone
*Includes 1 roll of paper towels, dishwashing soap, a sponge, dish cloths & dish towels
*Full size Washing Machine (bring your own detergent)
*Full size Dryer & dryer sheets included

MASTER BEDROOM:
*Queen size memory foam mattress with warm, comfy quilt, high end sheets, 4 pillows,
mattress protector to ensure a good night sleep
*2 windows with blinds & black out curtains
*2 large closets with plenty of storage space & hangers
*Ironing board & iron
*1 reading chair, ceiling fan & light
*2 bedside reading lights perfect for night reading

BEDROOM 2:
*Queen size memory foam mattress with warm, comfy quilt, high end sheets, 4 pillows,
mattress protector to ensure a good night sleep
*2 windows with blinds & black out curtains
*Ceiling fan with light
*1 bedside lamp perfect for night readers
*Full size dresser & mirror, closet with hangers

BATHROOM:
*Vanity with marble top, tub & shower combo perfect for long relaxing baths
*Tiled oversized shower & tiled entire bathroom floor
*Shampoo, conditioner, hand & body soap, dryer, towels, wash clothes, hand towels,
& toilet paper

BACK DECK:
*Located off the kitchen
*Table & chairs for 2
*Outdoor propane grill, complete with tank of propane,
with extra tanks located under back deck, grilling utensils

FRONT PORCH:
*Wicker loveseat & chairs comfortable seating for 4
*Perfect for morning coffee or evening wine listening to the birds chirping, star gazing &
nature at its best
*Outdoor string lighting on a timer
*Motion sensor light by front door
*Glass storm door which glass moves up and down to provide a screen door for fresh air
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Brown Park. Enjoy features like laundry facilities. The vacation home includes amenities such as a kitchen and a patio.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and patio
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 10 minutes by car from Ware Parish Church and 11 minutes from Fairfield Foundation
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

"Bee Haven" Cottage Retreat Near Colonial Williamsburg Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 114 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional place. Trying to think of a reason to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor C.

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

Great, cute place to stay!

Stayed here for a few nights with family and really enjoyed it. The house is decorated so cute and the beds are very comfortable! Perfect place to stay and rest after fun filled days in Williamsburg!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very clean and comfortable and was a great location for touring Matthews and Gloucester County, Yorktown and Colonial Williamsburg. The host was very proactive and we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shannon the host is very communucative and helpful. The home is quaint , comfortable and very well decorated. Loads of useful amenities to make your stay feel like home away ftom home.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the quietness of the area. The house was cute and comfortable. Nice place to get away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricky W.

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

Great place!

The cottage was very nice, clean, and convenient to many attractions. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was exactly hiw described!Very clean!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Very clean and charming! The decor is superb and we absolutely loved staying there.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen M.

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

Spacious, well stocked apartment for a family

Great place for families with pets and/or small kids! So nice that the host provides toys and dog treats. My family had a great stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

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

Great Place!

Excellent place to rest your head. Cozy, clean, and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a lovely getaway. The feel is super cozy. Best sleep I've had in a while. The hosts were so responsive and hospitible. The theme of bees follows throughout, beautifup garden and outdoor seating. Loved it! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

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

Beautiful cottage!

This was an excellent place to stay during our trip to Williamsburg and other historic locations nearby! The house is adorable, clean, and well stocked with all you'll need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Monica S.

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

Adorable and cozy little cottage

Very clean and cozy! We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julian M.

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

Loved it!

This cottage was absolutely beautiful and so comfortable. We loved it and only wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARY D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bee Haven is a charming cottage tucked away in the most quiet neighborhood in Gloucester. I really enjoyed having my coffee out on the front porch in the morning. The area is lovely to drive around in. There is a grove of pine trees in the back that sound amazing when the wind is blowing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing as always! We return every year and come to this house for a reason. It’s perfect and has everything to make your stay as compatible as possible. Thank you again to the French Family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keshia S.

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

Exactly as described

We had a fantastic stay over the weekend. The house was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

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

Cute well appointed cottage

Beautiful Virginia countryside neighborhood surrounds this lovely cottage. A great get away.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

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

Anniversary weekend

Wonderful stay at the Bee cottage. Great location and well maintained property. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen M.

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

Simply perfect!

Absolutely loved everything about this little house. It was perfect for a weekend getaway to just relax with an old friend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice H.

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

A beautiful country setting!

We loved being in a neighborhood in Virginia! Bee Haven had everything we needed! It was close to all the places we wanted to visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

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

beautiful property

overall an enjoyable stay. I appreciate they reached out quick when I contacted them.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

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

Loved our stay

Everything about this house is exquisite. The decor is beautiful. The bee theme is adorable. The house and yard are well maintained. It’s very clean and comfortable. I highly recommend staying here. It fit our needs perfectly while vacationing in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michelle c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay . Cottage was gorgeous and tastefully done . Everything you need and lots of pots and pans ,as we like to cook at home . Bed was very comfortable. Sitting out on the porch at night was lovely . Everything about Bee Haven was beautiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025