Holiday rentals in Mathews County

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.

Gwynns Island Waterfront Getaway

A lovely waterfront cottage with stunning bay views and the best sunsets on the East Coast. Sliding glass doors create the feeling of being right on the water, even when indoors. You can crab, fish, kayak, grill, and swim directly from the backyard. It's incredibly peaceful and relaxing. Just a mile away is a newly renovated island restaurant with a bar and a wide variety of food options. The house was passed down from my father, and all proceeds from Airbnb go towards making improvements.

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.

Piper’s Landing: Relaxing beach house near the Bay

This home is ideal for those who enjoy nature, as it is close to Bethel Beach Park and Nature Preserve and has easy kayak access via a public dock within 2000 feet. The home has two double beds, one king bed, and several couches up stairs . Our perfect getaway includes two kayaks, and a couple adult bicycles, You are only 2 Minutes from Bethel Beach Nature Preserve 15 minutes from Mathews 60 Minutes to Virginia Beach 60 Minutes to Williamsburg/Jamestown

Oyster Haven on Lanes Creek

Escape to Oyster Haven on Lanes Creek, a beautifully updated waterfront retreat on peaceful Lanes Creek in Mathews, VA. This modern two-bedroom home offers stunning water views, a bright open living space, a serene porch perfect for morning coffee or sunset cocktails. Thoughtfully designed with clean coastal style and comfortable furnishings, it’s an ideal getaway for couples, small families, or friends looking to relax by the water.

The Cottage @ Captain Genes - Secluded Waterfront

Get away from the crowds! Private, secluded upscale waterfront cottage on ~5 acres; pool/hot tub feet from the back door (hot tub open year round). Waterview from most rooms. Direct Chesapeake Bay access on property via dock / kayak launch. ~15 mins to downtown. Fish/crab, kayak, screened porch views, relax by the pool, fire pit or hot tub with a drink. Bring your boat - marina ~4 mi away - put-in there & tie-up at our pier!