Vacation rentals in Retz

Magnolia Cove waterfront 1BR upper cottage

Welcome to Magnolia Cove cottage! Travel back in time along a magnolia-lined lane for a charming waterfront stay. On 11+ private acres, the guest upper cottage is separate from owner's 1937 manor home. Water surrounds the property on 3 sides. Enjoy kayaking in the Put-in-Creek and swim/fish right off your private dock. 6+ft deep water docking available for boat owners. Bike/drive minutes into the peaceful town of Mathews VA w/ galleries, shops and restaurants. Local beaches min away.

The Nook; Peaceful 2 bedroom cottage by the bay

Relax or go-for-it! The Nook is a stylish cozy cottage with great indoor/outdoor space. With water view and access including pier and boat ramp enjoy your coffee on the deck before taking to the water in one of the two kayaks or canoe or enjoying a bike ride (4 available) to get up close with nature. Catch fish, crabs or just a sunburn while enjoying time on the water. When ready there's plenty of shopping, eating and beaching to do in nearby towns! All topped off with a sunset over the water!

Blue Heron WaterSide

Blue Heron Waterside awaits you...Private Hot Tub and Pool!Waterfront and Pier- Kayaks included! This retreat is set up with you in mind for a special get away.Relax.Enjoy being together plus space to have quiet time. Sunroom, spacious deck, private Pool, Hot tub and Pier create a waterfront living experience. Grab a book, go for a swim or lounge by the pool. Explore the water with a variety of Kayaks plus a Stand Up Paddle Board.Great location to fish and crab from the pier. Are you ready?

Chesapeake Shore Cottage: Private Beach w/Kayaks

Bayside Getaway on the Chesapeake in Port Haywood: Steps to the Sand! Welcome to your perfect coastal escape! Nestled right on the tranquil shores of the Chesapeake Bay in beautiful Port Haywood, Virginia, this charming beachfront cottage offers the ultimate blend of secluded relaxation and small-town convenience. Whether you’re sipping your morning coffee on the porch as the sunrises over the water or launching a kayak for an afternoon adventure, this is the place where memories are made.

Stargazer Tiny Cabin

(Winter: Stargazer has a diesel heater and a woodstove but is not insulated. The cabin can be kept quite warm into the low 30's if these heaters are running. Below freezing may freeze pipes, message for info) Rustic off grid tiny cabin tucked in the trees on the back side of a large field. The cabin has solar, kitchenette, shower, composting bathroom, heat, and Wifi! Enjoy being immersed in nature while staying comfortable in a quirky cabin built from local and reclaimed materials.

Garden Cottage in Downtown Mathews

Wake up surrounded by greenery, sip coffee on a quiet porch, and unwind in the hot tub after a day exploring coastal Virginia. Sugartoad Cottage is a calm, plant-filled retreat designed for couples who want comfort, privacy, and walkable access to the best of small-town Chesapeake Bay life. Though located on Mathews Main Street, the cottage feels surprisingly secluded, with gardens, multiple decks, and thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces that make it easy to slow down.

Peaceful Private Waterside Apartment

Welcome to your quiet retreat on Queens Creek, just minutes from the Chesapeake Bay. Your retreat is attached to the main house but is its own separate apartment with private entrance and patio. The 12 acre property is surrounded by water on three sides which can be viewed from every room. Enjoy pickleball, the putting green, kayaking, fishing and crabbing from the dock as well as exploring the trails through the pecan forest. You can also tie your boat to the dock.

The Llama House

Located half-way between Mathews and Gloucester on the beautiful North River with views of the Mobjack Bay, New Point Comfort Lighthouse and Gloucester Point. The ideal spot for anyone needing to reconnect with someone, nature, or themselves. Enjoy fishing, crabbing, kayaking, playing corn hole, birdwatching, napping in a hammock, sipping wine, grilling out, amazing sunsets, listening to old records, playing the ukulele, and other simple pleasures of days gone by.

Salt & Pine in Mathews, VA

Welcome to Salt & Pine, our charming coastal cottage, where adventure meets tranquility. Nestled by the water, this serene getaway offers breathtaking views, peaceful surroundings, and endless opportunities to explore. Whether you're seeking sun soaked days on water or quiet moments to recharge, our home is the perfect haven. Savor the finest oysters from local waters, immerse yourself in nature, explore, and enjoy a perfect balance of rest and renewal.

The Tulgey Wood

Lose your worries in The Tulgey Wood. Just like Alice down the rabbit hole, you will be transported to a quiet and peaceful land, back to nature, with all of the comforts of home. Surrounded by acreage on a private road, explore the woods, watch the deer, or take the kayaks out on the river. All this tranquility is 5 minutes from a cozy downtown area, complete with grocery store, gas station, and a variety of restaurants to satisfy any taste.

Historic Farmhouse. Peace & Quiet on 5 acres

Built in 1850 and lovingly restored to keep the original charm, come and enjoy all that Gloucester has to offer. Close to main attractions AND small town amenities. 30 minutes to Water Country, Busch Gardens, local wineries, Historic Colonial Williamsburg, Yorktown Battlefields. Within an hour of Richmond. Great central location. Gloucester offers local breweries, fresh seafood, great retail shops and dining.

Serenity

Enjoy the natural serenity of this spacious waterfront hideaway on the historic Antipoison Creek (so named by Capt John Smith), minutes to the Chesapeake Bay by boat or car. The area offers boating, fishing, a nature trail and an abundance of wildlife (deer, turkeys, waterfowl, bald eagles, osprey. otters and more) on this 7 acre property. Water views, king bed, sofa and full kitchen with dinette.