We loved spending a few days off season at this property! I can't imagine a cuter little cottage in Chincoteague (we come here several times a year) or a more peaceful place to relax. Highlights are: the view (amazing pier onto a creek off oysters bay), the amazing screened in porch and rooftop terrasse (can see sunset and watch stars at night), water access (launched kayaks straight from the back yard, doesn't get better than that!), nice updated decor, roomy enough for our family of 4, good choice of puzzles, proximity to nature reserve and all restaurants/shopping etc. We plan to go back!
However, I do think the place could use a few small updates and this is why I'm not giving it a perfect score:
- seat cushions in dining room are very stained and moldy. Kinda gross and in need of replacing. Same with bath mats.
- the furniture in seating room is outdoor furniture and very uncomfortable. Throw pillows were also stained and a real loveseat and armchair would make this space so much cosier and comfier (for watching tv for instance)
- gas fireplace did not work nor did DVD player (we reported it to rental company). I called the rental office about the fireplace on our first night there and they never got back to me. We also weren't sure how to turn on the fireplace because there are no welcome guide or directions in the unit. We discovered outdoor seat cushions tucked away with a stroller on the porch on our last day! Had no idea there would be kayaks already there either from description....knowing those things would be helpful ahead of time.
-kitchen is fine but has the basic stuff only. It would be great to add steak knives, a toaster, a few more utensils...
- no hairdryer in bath
-if you're going to ask people to sweep and vacuum before they leave, please provide a decent broom! And trash bags for the kitchen...
- consider replacing shower curtains with something a bit better quality. They were like cheap plastic bags, very thin and ineffective.
These are all small things and we still really enjoyed our stay! For the price, it was totally worth it! But don't expect luxury!