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Cozy Cabin Getaway with Beautiful Sunsets on York River, minutes from Yorktown

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One of the most spectacular sunsets right outside the front door!!
Updated sunset picture from the deck!
Cloudy sunset taken from the yard overlooking our deck and walkway to the beach!
new carpet in living room area with a good view of the a-frame ceiling w/ beams
french doors to porch and a view of the dining table

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 475.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Gloucester Point, VA
  • Gloucester Point Beach Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Yorktown Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Busch Gardens Williamsburg
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Cabin Getaway with Beautiful Sunsets on York River, minutes from Yorktown

There are special events that take place in our area thru the year, that are close to our property.
Now about our Cabin Getaway:
As of July 3rd 2024, there is new/updated carpet in the living/ dining area and the bedroom.
There is WIFI in the cabin. So you can keep in touch with family or work while you are on vacation in our relaxing cabin!! Also have made a driveway up to the cabin for easier access.
Must be 21 years old to rent this cabin and show a valid drivers license if asked by the owners.
We are 2 minutes away from Historical Yorktown and close to much more.We're minutes away from the beautiful Colonial Parkway going to Historic Williamsburg,13 miles from Busch Gardens Amusement Park, Water Country Water Park,close to Historic Jamestown, Williamsburg Pottery Factory, 11 miles from an Airport, Great Golf Courses all around, 1 hour from Virginia Beach, Great Fishing,1 mile to Boat Ramp and launch, Historic Guided Tours, Living History Tours, Wine Tasting Tours, Festivals on the beach, July 4th Fireworks and Celebrations, Market days at Yorktown, Great shopping, Restaurants,Seafood Festivals, Daffodil Festival, and concerts. So much to do for every taste and so close to it all.

Our 1 bedroom Hilltop Hideaway on the York River is the perfect place for a Romantic Weekend or a great place to stay for the week and be so close to many FUN THINGS to do. So bringing the kids would be great too.We do allow pets as well,with an added nightly fee. There is Historical Yorktown just 2 minutes away, Colonial Williamsburg and all its glory, Jamestown, Busch Gardens Amusement Park just 13 miles away and Water Country USA Park 11 miles. There is great shopping, with the Williamsburg Pottery factory 18 miles away, several Malls, and my favorite, Walmart. Restaurants, Wine Tasting Tours, Historical Guided Tours, Great Golf Courses, Virginia Beach only an hour away, Seafood and Daffodil Festivals, Concerts on the Yorktown Beach all summer, 4th of July Fireworks on the York River that can be enjoyed from the beach. There is room to park a trailer for whatever you bring. So much to do that a informational booklet will be supplied inside.

AS OF 4/1/2019, New living room furniture. Replaced the sleeper sofa with a new recliner sofa and added a rocker recliner as well. Have a very comfortable memory foam cot for an extra guests, along with the couch.The sleeper sofa needed to go. This furniture is so much more comfy!!
The cabin was renovated in 2010, with vinyl siding, windows, french doors leading out to screened porch, king size bed, stone fireplace, with electric logs, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, and blender. The outside is a continual work in progress by us, weather permitting.But the cabin is cozy with a beautiful stone electric fireplace,that can be used year round for ambience.. Exposed log beams in the tall a-frame ceiling. Front porch looking right out to the beautiful sunsets over the York River and even a closer view from the outside deck.Your own beach down below the deck, just a few steps away to enjoy, with a view across the river to Yorktown Beach. ***SWIMMING IN THE RIVER IS AT YOUR OWN RISK!***We also suggest swim shoes, because the York River is a Tidal River!!
There are lots of fishing boats and jet skiers to watch going by and occasionally navy ships to see go thru the bridge. And the most beautiful Virginia sunsets you will ever see right out your front door !!!

You will need to supply all food and beverages for your stay. There is a Food Lion grocery store approx. 2 miles from the cabin. Please bring your own beach towels also.
SINCE THERE IS NO LAND LINE PHONE IN THE CABIN, A CELL PHONE IS A MUST, FOR EMERGENCIES, OR TO CONTACT US DURING YOUR STAY FOR ANY PROBLEMS OR QUESTIONS.
Fishing license not needed on property, with registration # that can be done over the phone.We will supply the telephone number for your convienence.

Again SWIMMING IS AT YOUR OWN RISK and we suggest, for safety reasons, that everyone please bring water shoes, if you plan to go in the water. It is a tidal river, so things/objects are always washing in and out.

Property manager

Larry and Sheila Tinker
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 4 total
Let us know how many and the size/weight.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on porch, only outside of cabin!
$10.00 fee per person per night for anymore than the initial 4 guests
$10.00 per pet per night, $15 if over 50 lbs! If your pets shed please do not allow them on the furniture and bed.
If cancel before 30 days, a 100% deposit refund will be given, or can transfer to other available dates, if works for both parties!

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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gloucester Point

Located in Gloucester Point, this cabin is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Some of the area's popular attractions include Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hampton Roads Iceplex or John B. Todd Stadium. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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Gloucester Point, VA

What's nearby

  • Colonial National Historical Park - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Gloucester Point Beach Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Yorktown Beach - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Busch Gardens Williamsburg - 18 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Water Country USA - 20 min drive - 19.6 km

Getting around

  • Williamsburg Transportation Center - 25 min drive
  • Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hana Sushi - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪York River Oyster Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Yorktown Pub - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Cabin Getaway with Beautiful Sunsets on York River, minutes from Yorktown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at Cozy Cabin Getaway with Beautiful Sunsets on York River, minutes from Yorktown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Cabin Getaway with Beautiful Sunsets on York River, minutes from Yorktown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Cabin Getaway with Beautiful Sunsets on York River, minutes from Yorktown located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Gloucester Point Beach Park, York River Yacht Club and Colonial National Historical Park. Jordan Marina and Riverwalk Landing are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paula C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views!!
This is our third time staying at Sheila and Larry’s Cozy Cabin. The views of the York River are beautiful and stunning. The cabin is clean and had everything we needed. We thoroughly enjoyed sitting on the screened porch, especially while listening to the rain. It was very relaxing! We will definitely be making a return trip in the near future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet spot!
Excellent location, relaxing stay. Nice to have the option of a screened in porch, as well as a deck, to enjoy the water view.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thankful Thanksgiving
My husband, myself and our two schnauzers enjoyed a quiet four days finished with gorgeous sunsets! We visited Williamsburg several times as tourists and delicious dining.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gloucester Point Cozy Cottage
The views are amazing. Property is very clean and comfortable. Excellent communication for the host. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
We had a great time visiting the area and sightseeing and this was the perfect home base. The views of the river are superb, especially the sunsets. The cabin is the perfect size for 2 adults. Loved the king bed, and the screened in porch (It was weirdly warm for Dec/Jan so we got to spend time outside!) Did not expect it to be completely decorated for Christmas but it was delightful. There was so much attention to detail throughout the house, unlike many rentals we have stayed at. Every time we needed any little thing, it was there and in a logical place. Even loved the electric fireplace because it was too warm to want actual fireplace heat, but it really does create the vibe of a fire when it is in your peripheral vision. The location is great, surprisingly private feeling despite the neighbors on either side. The hosts were very friendly and responsive. We would happily return as there is so much more to see and do in the area. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Late December Visit
Great location, beautiful scenery. The owners were very accommodating, and made us feel at home.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Property
The owners were very friendly & easy to work with. Our dogs loved the property & it was nice being able to take all 3 on vacation. The cabin was clean & in a good location. The Christmas decor was adorable. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous views
The views are amazing from this cozy cabin, owners are great about communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location on the York River
Such a nice, peaceful location with an incredible view of the York River, close to the historical triangle (Yorktown, Jamestown, Williamsburg). Sheila was a great host and kept in contact with us leading up to when she greeted us at check-in. The house was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay. Sheila also gave us recommendations for local restaurants all of which were excellent. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gloucester Point Cozy Cottage
The cottage is a must stay for those looking into visiting Colonial Williamsburg, Yorktown, and Jamestown. Within a half hour drive or less. This cottage is cozy, clean and very comfortable with all the needed essentials over looking the York River.Highly recommend!! Sheila/Larry are wonderful hosts providing easy check in and good communication. Looking forward to our next stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxation
The cozy cabin is a wonderful place to relax and admire the beautiful view. We truly enjoyed our stay! Highly recommend this vacation spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Getaway
Wow! What an enchanting cabin. Absolutely loved the beach themed decor, the outdoor lighting and the screened-in porch. Sheila was a great host, and the cabin had everything we needed. Looking forward to staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little bit of paradise
Such a sweet little cottage, very relaxing. The view is amazing. Lots of things to do in Gloucester. You won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craven R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Stay
Just loved my time on the York. Great place w incredible sunsets. Sheila was a wonderful host. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time as always !!
We love the view from the screened in porch. It’s a bird eyes view of the boats going up and down the river. Great places to eat Yorktown Pub and Eggshead for breakfast is a must! The owners are always very easy to work with and very nice. Can’t wait to go back !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
We had an excellent quick getaway to this lovely place. The views here are incredibly and we loved playing on the little beach area. We loved the decorations of the house. It's very close to lots of areas of interest. Communication with the host was great as was the check-in process. Thank you for an excellent stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from Home
There's no place like home but this cabin was close. It was clean, appropriately stocked, comfortable and great views. The shower is very nice and I was happy to find a grab bar in the shower. The host met us to give us the key and I loved that because I am not overly computerized and this was so nice and personal. It is right on the York River, quite and we saw dolphins and a bald eagle. Was there 5 nights and did not have any issues. We are looking forward to staying again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What A Treasure
Geat stay at the cabin. Very convenient to all. Only wish they had a washer/dryer. But there is a coin laundry up the main highway...UDOIT Laundry across from Sal's Pizza.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gaye W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brianna O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home in every way
We loved our stay. We didn’t want to leave. The home was so cozy, and comfortable. The a/c kept us nice and cool, and the master king bed was so comfortable. We had a lot of rain, so the covered porch was absolutely wonderful in keeping us dry. The porch fans were lovely. I cooked most of our meals, and the kitchen had everything I needed. Thank you so much, Ms. Sheila and Mr. Larry. God bless you and all who stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cabin
Loved the cabin, it was very clean and well kept. Decorated perfectly. Loved the deck in the back and watched the sunsets. They were beautiful. It was a great stay and would definitely go back.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlyn U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and view
We had a great stay - it was even better than the pictures! The view and small beach are amazing, and it is conveniently located. Our dogs had a blast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing weekend
My husband and I and our 2 dogs had a wonderful weekend staying here. The property was beautiful and so relaxing, the location was great. The host was easy to get in contact with and was prompt responding to my questions. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

john z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
fantastic cabin
Owner was extremely helpful, the property was beautiful. If you going to Virginia Beach area, this is a very wonderful place to be in. View is exceptional, watching the Rays feed this morning on the baitfish. Also very private..
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Larry and Sheila Tinker

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Owner: Sheila Poland Tinker. I grew up in Gloucester and graduated from Gloucester High in 1977. Married Larry Tinker in 1993, moved to Yorktown and had one beautiful daughter, Brittany.

Why they chose this property

This cabin has been in my family since 1941. It was being built by my grandfather and his 3 sons(my father was 7 at the time) when Pearl Harbor was being bombed. So it has a lot of memories in it for my family. My husband and I bought it from my 2 uncles in 1991 and now share 2/3 ownership with my dad. We have refurbished it and updated it without taking away the beautiful memories of the history. You can still see the handprints on the A- frame wood ceiling from where they had to place each piece.
This cabin means a lot to me and my family and we look forward to sharing it with you!

What makes this property unique

Beautiful stone fireplace with electric fire logs for ambience. French doors that open to the screened porch, where you can see the most beautiful sunsets on the York River. Can fish right from the property without getting a fishing license. (ask for details on confirmation number to do that). Very peaceful and quiet but still close to alot of fun things to do.
We will consider pets, but need to know full details beforehand. Have had trouble in the past and are now very cautious about allowing them, but understand how important they are to your family. We have 2 Yorkies of our own and love being able to take them with us.

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English

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