Sweet 1BDR Farm Cottage w/ Fire Pit + Creek View

Tiny home in Melfa, Virginia

  1. 2 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 2 beds
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Eric
  1. Superhost
  2. 2 years hosting

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Beautiful area

Guests love this home’s scenic location.
At this adorable studio cottage overlooking Whitsapenny Creek, wander 500+ acres of farmland and woods, grill seafood dinner by the fire, or unwind with a book on the fenced lawn. Inside, a cozy minimalist layout includes a comfy queen bed and kitchenette with roll-out bar. Just a short drive from the galleries and harbors of Onancock, it’s an intimate hideaway for solo getaways or a romantic weekend for two.

The space
• 1 open-plan bedroom:
⎯▹ 1 Queen bed + full-size sofa

• 1 full bathroom
• Kitchenette w/ bar seating + 2 stools
• Outdoor fire pit overlooking creek
• Fully fenced front yard
• Smart TV + wifi
• Air conditioning + heating
• Free parking on premises
• Dog-friendly w/ leash policy

Experience Overview ~
• Private fenced lawn
• Water views from yard
• Modern studio layout
• Fire pit under the stars

Nearby Things to Do ~
Onancock Wharf ⎯▹ 10 min drive
Small harbor town with waterfront shops, dining, and kayak launches

Ker Place Museum ⎯▹ 10 min drive
Local history museum in a restored 1799 Federal mansion

Beach at Assateague Island ⎯▹ 50min drive
Wild ponies and undeveloped coastline

Savage Neck Dunes ⎯▹ 30 min drive
Secluded bayfront preserve with nature trails

Chatham Vineyards - 30 Mins
(Local vineyard and historic property)

Cape Charles - 45 min
Chesapeake Bayfront town, public beach, shopping and dining

Nearby Dining ~
Mallards at the Wharf (Seafood) ⎯▹ 10 min drive
The Blarney Stone Pub (Irish) ⎯▹ 10 min drive
Havana 13 (Carribean) - 10
Corner Bakery (Donuts and cakes,a local treasure) ⎯▹ 10 min drive
The Shanty - (waterfront seafood) 45 min drive

FAQs
➤ Is this a studio?
Yes—it’s an open-plan cottage with sleeping + living space combined.

➤ Can I bring my dog?
Yes, dogs are welcome, but must remain leashed outdoors at all times.

➤ Is there outdoor space?
Yes—a fenced yard and a fire pit facing the creek.

➤ Is it walkable to town?
No, a car is needed—but Onancock is just 10 minutes away.

➤ Is there good WiFi?
Yes—guests have praised the connection.

❤️ Meet Your Host

I love the Virginia Eastern Shore and our wonderful guests who come to visit! Need anything at all? I’m just a text away!

Your host,
—Eric

Guest access
Guests have full access to the cottage, fenced yard, and shared access to trails and paths throughout the property. You’re welcome to walk the farm, but please respect other guest spaces.

Other things to note
• Strict leash policy for dogs
• No smoking inside
• Max occupancy: 2
• No third-party bookings

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Kitchen
Wifi
Free parking garage on premises
Pets allowed
TV
Unavailable: Smoke alarm

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 29 reviews.

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Melfa, Virginia, United States

Meet your hosts

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 12:00 PM
2 guests maximum
Safety & property
No smoke alarm
Carbon monoxide alarm
Pet(s) live on property