Beautiful Gwynn’s Island Waterfront Home | House in Gwynn

9.6 (8 Reviews) |   4 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  8 Guests
Grimstead House | Beautiful Gwynn’s Island Waterfront Home

4 Bedroom House in Grimstead, Gwynn

Welcome to our historic waterfront home on Gwynn's Island, VA. This family-owned property offers a relaxing stay with unbeatable sunsets, abundant wildlife, and a private dock with deep water access.
Available for weekly rentals May - September, plus long weekends in the off-season. Message us about rates for longer stays.
Just 1 hour from Williamsburg and 1.5 hours from Richmond and Norfolk, this house and its extensive grounds are an ideal location for family gatherings, fishing/exploring the bay, or a quiet getaway for the remote worker. Full of old-house character but complete with modern comforts like high-speed Internet, streaming smart TV, DVD/VCR player, stereo, and central heat and air.
Sleeping arrangements include 3 queen bedrooms and 1 nautical-themed room with two twin beds/one double bed. There are 2 full bathrooms, one upstairs and one downstairs, the latter being an en-suite with tub/shower combination.
All towels and linens are provided, along with a washer and dryer for your convenience. The kitchen is stocked with all the necessary cookware, flatware, and appliances for entertaining your group, as well as outdoor seating and a gas grill.
Activities:
Gwynn's Island is perfect for boating and nature enthusiasts. Launch your boat at the public boat ramp less than a mile away, and inquire about docking options at our property. No boat? Then use our two kayaks to tour surrounding waterways and a quiet sandy beach within paddling distance. You can also choose to hire a local captain who will pick you up from our property's dock, and take you on a sunset cruise or guided fishing trip.
For more island fun, cruise down the wooded lane by our house on our two bikes, visit the Gwynn's Island Museum, or dine at the Hole in the Wall waterfront restaurant. And only ten minutes away, visit the town of Mathews for fantastic vintage boutiques, art galleries, local restaurants, weekly Farmer's Market, beautiful nearby beaches and much more.
Make sure to pack your rods and reels for fishing and your water shoes for swimming in the shallow waters right off our dock, and expect frequent visits to the property by osprey, eagles, herons, ducks, geese, snakes, deer, raccoons, and crabs.
Basic crabbing gear (hand lines and small manually-operated trap) is provided, along with an assortment of fun games and toys for both children and adults - corn hole, ladder toss, darts, checkers/chess, jigsaw puzzles, building blocks. Sit back and enjoy the views from our indoor and outdoor porches, choose from our collection of family friendly DVD’s, VHS tapes, CD's, and books, or learn about the property's rich, storied connection to Gwynn’s Island and its legendary "Mathews Men."
Important Information:
We limit the number of adult guests to (6), due to limited parking and in keeping with our quiet surroundings. As with many historic homes, there are some basic recommendations for water conservation. We will provide all the info you need for a comfortable stay and we encourage guests to reach out with questions about the property at any time.

Beautiful Gwynn’s Island Waterfront Home is located in Grimstead. Beautiful Gwynn’s Island Waterfront Home provides accommodation, featuring Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Kitchen, among other amenities. This House features Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Kitchen, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Beautiful Gwynn’s Island Waterfront Home has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Grimstead has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Grimstead, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Ice maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Lobster/crab pot
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Kayak on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
Entertainment
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Smart TV
General
  • Unit size: 2500 sq ft (232 sq m)
  • English
  • On the waterfront
  • Near the bay
  • Desk
Guest Services
  • Children's toys
  • Playground
  • Highchair
  • Children's games
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
  • Porch or lanai
Security/Safety
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Catherine W.
Aug 26, 2025 01:00:56 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Time stands still on Gwynn Island in the best way. Wonderful house, thoughtfully appointed. Will come again.
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