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view of screen house from lodge screen porch

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Temperanceville, VA

Wallops Flight Facility22 min drive
Maui Jack's Waterpark32 min drive
Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge33 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

This was a genuinely amazing place to stay. Very comfortable and clean and peaceful. The owner is great too. You cannot ...

Justin L.

Dec 31, 2023

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

QUIET Nature retreat with HOT TUB & without getting BIT!

Enjoy all the Eastern shore of Virginia has to offer!
Welcome to Messongo Lodge! Listen to the owls & woodpeckers while having a drink by a fire in the screenhouse. Screenhouse is also equipped with gas grill, charcoal grill, & 2 regular size gas burners. Screenhouse= NO BUGS! Watch the deer, turkey and other wildlife in the 20 acre field from the screen house or hot tub of the screened in lodge porch.....(don't forget your binoculars) or enjoy the game on tv from the hot tub if you prefer. Screen-porch = NO BUGS! And your very well behaved 4-legged (and 2 legged) children will love running and playing ball in the spacious yard.
In the spring/summer, enjoy the purple martins, hummingbirds, eagles, hawks, butterflies, dragonflies, bats and other winged friends! And if you're really lucky and happen to be staying during a Wallops Island launch...you can view it from the backyard. There are also several boat launches nearby to get you on the bay for fishing, crabbing and clamming, and the Pocomoc sound for a true nature experience. Don't forget your kayak, too!
A short drive west will take you to Saxis where you can launch your boat or look for sea glass. 25 minutes east is Chincoteague. See the ponies, check out the birding trails, water park, or book a nature boat ride. Enjoy great restaurants and shop the unique boutiques. 30 minutes south is the quaint town of Onancock where you can enjoy boating/kayaking, shopping, & dining.
Located on a very quiet country road, 2 miles away from Sun-Outdoors Campground, the Messongo Lodge sleeps 4 (2 bedrooms with 2 twin beds in each). There is one bathroom with large shower. Washer and dryer in garage. Other amenities include plenty of parking for vehicles and boats, full kitchen, large dining area for food and games, open one-level floor plan, satellite tv and internet.

( Owner's vacation home is also on the property, but out of respect for your privacy, and to give you the ultimate experience, they will not be present during your stay.)

**Due to the remoteness of the property, wifi may be very spotty & slow**
****No hunting is permitted anywhere on this property****

Property manager

Rebecca White

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

No bedding or toys available for small children

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Well behaved dogs welcome/not on furniture

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Wood stove in lodge is not for use

Please no glass in or near hot tub.

Maximum 10 night stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Temperanceville

Located in Temperanceville, this lodge is in a rural area and by the sea. Bloxom Winery and Pocomoke Fair Grounds are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Eastern Shore Railway Museum and Wallops Flight Facility. Travelling with kids? Consider Delmarva Discovery Center and North Street Market. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Temperanceville, VA

What's nearby

Wallops Flight Facility - 22 min drive
Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park - 30 min drive
Maui Jack's Waterpark - 32 min drive
Museum of Chincoteague - 32 min drive
Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge - 33 min drive

Getting around

Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬15 min drive
‪Stuckey's Southern Grille - ‬18 min drive
‪Subway - ‬15 min drive
‪Capt E's Hurricane Grill & Bar - ‬19 min drive
‪Shore Beef & BBQ - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is QUIET Nature retreat with HOT TUB & without getting BIT! pet-friendly?

Yes, QUIET Nature retreat with HOT TUB & without getting BIT! allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at QUIET Nature retreat with HOT TUB & without getting BIT!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at QUIET Nature retreat with HOT TUB & without getting BIT!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is QUIET Nature retreat with HOT TUB & without getting BIT! located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly lodge is within 12 mi (20 km) of Bloxom Winery, Eastern Shore Railway Museum and Kegotank Bay. Wallops Flight Facility and Delmarva Discovery Center are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lynda L.

1 Apr 2024

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

Long weekend retreat

We had an amazing time at this very private cottage. First time we ever brought our dog on a vacation but, will not be the last as it made the trip that much better. Hot tub was incredible as is the very large screened in patio. The open floor plan and decor was absolutely beautiful. Hope to come back soon Lynda and Jason

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin L.

31 Dec 2023

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

Perfect stay

This was a genuinely amazing place to stay. Very comfortable and clean and peaceful. The owner is great too. You cannot go wrong here! Everything was 5 stars!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura N., Belfast

16 Oct 2023

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

Lovely place away from it all.

Really enjoyed this property at the end of our road trip, it was very spacious. Lovely outdoor cooking and eating area outside. Hot tub was fantastic. Everything needed was there, a lovely welcome basket. Owner was very quick with responses to questions. It felt calm and private. Short drives to shops, Chincoteague and NASA Wallops Island. I would recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karlyn G.

23 Sept 2023

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

Chincoteague vacation

We had an excellent time and would highly recommend staying here!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria R.

16 Sept 2023

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

A little slice of heaven

Very nice, relaxing property. Really enjoyed the serenity.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

16 Aug 2023

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

Family Togetherness

My mother lives on the shore about 30 minutes from this rental. We were celebrating her 70th birthday and this rental was perfect. The outdoor screened in area/pavilion was amazing! The property is quiet and inviting. We really enjoyed our stay and the hosts communicated well.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy Z.

7 Aug 2023

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

Relaxing & Peaceful!

We enjoyed the tranquility of the property. It was a great place for our dog to run and know that he was safe. Enjoying the hot tub as we winded down from our day was so relaxing.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

1 Aug 2023

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

Serenity on the farm

Relaxing and peaceful stay! Check in was a breeze, host was very friendly and fast to respond, property was very clean. Would definitely recommend. Screened in porch with the hot tub was perfect. Also loved the screened in fireplace area with outdoor kitchen. Would stay here again if ever in the area!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph L.

29 July 2023

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

Relaxing

It was a great getaway… peaceful. Easy access and nice drive to the island and beach. I definitely recommend this lodge to anyone!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jose E.

5 July 2023

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

Amazing place

We really enjoyed the place and neighborhood!! Becky provide us the best of the best service possible, thank you!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krista R., Dover,

3 July 2023

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

Didn't want to leave!

I cannot even begin to tell you how amazing this place was. Our family enjoyed every bit of it! The place is about 20ish minutes from everything but that was great the roads to get there were pretty and the scenery around the house was just beautiful. The screened in porch with the hot tub was so nice to relax. Then the additional screened in porch with 2 grills & a fireplace was just wow! We were the first couple to get to stay in the private additional cottage! It had a huge kingsize bed that was plenty room for us with our 2 dogs. We already expressed interest about coming back in the future. Beckie was a great host she was so helpful with my questions ahead of time and during our stay :)

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Timothy H.

25 June 2023

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

Pleasant Stay

Beautiful property in a secluded part of the Country Side. Conveniently located near enough Chincoteague Island(30 minute drive) without feeling crowded by all the other vacationers. Mosquitoes werent very friendly this time of year but overall our family was very satisfied with our stay. The host was very helpful and very responsive to all communications.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heath F.

5 June 2023

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

Relaxing

Our first impression of the property was better than expected. That was our entire stay,better than expected. A fantastic property. Very private,close to beach and stores. The hot tub is in an excellent location on the property. This was a family weekend and the screenhouse was fantastic for meals,games and visiting with each other!!! The owners went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and let us borrow their home for a few days. We will definitely go back.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrian S.

25 Apr 2023

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

Yery quiet

Loved the location, very quiet area

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

14 Apr 2023

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

Quiet and tranquil

Just what we needed. Quiet, beautiful farm. BUT be warned… all beds are twins and they are immovable. Don't know how we missed this…

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

6 Mar 2023

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

Great weekend away!

We had the best anniversary weekend away with our 8 month dog on this secluded, serene and beautiful property. The owners welcomed us with a card and welcoming basket, had all the necessities to cook and grill out, a massive yard for Seymour to run around and the outdoor, screened entertainment area was the true highlight…. Grilling, sitting in the Adirondack chairs, fireplace going and enjoying the nature around us… relaxing in every way! The owners even had large crab pots that we steamed shrimp and crab legs from a local seafood market. We made day trips to the Maryland side of Assateague Island and down to Cape Charles beach so that Seymour could experience his first times at the beach and ocean- both about 50 minutes away and well worth the drives along the Eastern Shore. Sharing this for dog owners looking for beach areas that are dog-friendly. We will definitely plan to return and really enjoyed working with Beckie who was wonderful to communicate with—- it’s very evident that she and her husband take extra special care of this property and want visitors to enjoy every moment— we certainly did!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vijay Varunkumar K.

3 Jan 2023

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

Great experience!!

Wonderful place for family !!!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea B.

28 Nov 2022

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

A very thankful Thanksgiving

This property is absolutely breathtaking! My husband and I along with our fur baby spent our Thanksgiving here and we are seriously considering making it a new tradition! The lodge had everything one would need to make a Thanksgiving feast! The outdoor fireplace and hot tub allowed us to escape and relax!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

9 Oct 2022

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

Pleasant Retreat

A well-maintained retreat complete with all the amenities to make our brief stay very comfortable. The screened kitchen/porch was perfect for a seafood cookout and fireside chats with the teenagers. Plenty of options for places to play board games. Our puppy loved the freedom to run like a race horse in the lovely yard. We didn't know that we liked hot tubs till this weekend. Thanks Bill & Becky!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peggy S.

29 Sept 2022

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

Quiet and relaxing!!

Wonderful clean relaxing property!!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

7 Sept 2022

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

Wonderful Escape

This place was great: very clean, lots of amenities, and on a beautiful, private location. We loved grilling in the screen house and using the hot tub. This was a great place to stay with our dog too, who couldn't get enough of sitting on the screened-in porch. Check-in using the door code was easy and the owners were very communicative. Would definitely love to return.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Jillian V.

31 Aug 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

Not what expected for the price

It was a cute little place, however the shower had worms in it that we had to kill and clean up more than once. The garage had a smell that took our breath away and you had to go into the garage to throw away trash which made the smell come into the rooms. The checking in process was awful. The code they gave us wasn’t working, there was a paper on the door saying if code doesn’t work use key in a lock box, but there was no lock box. I sent them pictures of the bugs and told them of the garage and how there was no lock box and the trouble getting into the house, they responded with “We’re sorry for those things” and that it never happened before.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Isabel L., Germantown, MD

23 Aug 2022

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

Beautiful place

We just had a wonderful time at the Messongo Lodge. It was just what we were looking for, a quiet place to unwind from the stress of our daily lives. Seat in the screenhouse and relax looking at the gorgeous yard and listening to the birds. Becky is the perfect host. She has taken care of everything. The place is 30 minute drive to the beach (Chincoteague Wildlife Nature Refuge), but that's okay, because it's a nice transition from busy and crowded Chincoteague town to the quiet and gorgeous lodge. We will definitely come back.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dylan B.

19 Aug 2022

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

Great Place to Unwind

Beautiful, peaceful and well maintained house and property. We had a great stay and are looking forward to coming back in the future.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary V.

19 Aug 2022

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

Relaxing getaway

The property was relaxing. Cooking in the outdoor kitchen was a nice way to bbq. The host was very friendly and responsive.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Rebecca White

We have been enjoying our get-away location for many years and it's time to share the serenity and beauty with others.

Why they chose this property

Our retreat is close enough to travel to several nearby towns, amenities & boat launches so you can experience all those things yet come back to privacy, peace and quiet surrounded by very few neighbors and lots of nature!

What makes this property unique

You are not confined to a hotel room or even a small rental. There is plenty of space to spread out not only in the lodge, but there is a screened porch with a hot tub as well as a huge screened house with a fireplace, grill for the burgers and a huge table to eat and play games on. We also have a huge yard for the kids and dogs to run and play.