Founded in 1651 and named after Henry Stuart, Duke of Gloucester, Gloucester County has a picturesque landscape and an admirable history. There are many things to do and see in this beautiful county. You can learn about the American Revolution at the American Revolution Museum, walk on some of the paths American forefathers may have walked on by strolling through the Colonial Natural History Park, or visit the site of the Battle of Yorktown by stopping at the Yorktown Battlefield Visitor Center. There is so much to do and see that you’ll want to visit soon. Read on to discover the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Gloucester County, Virginia.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.
1. Amazing waterfront house with private beach (from USD 216)
Built on the banks of the Ware River, this beautifully appointed house features four spacious and cozy bedrooms, three clean, comfortable bathrooms, wood floors throughout the house, beautiful window views from every room, a spacious and gorgeous kitchen with all new appliances, WIFI, and office space. There are two expansive living areas with plenty of seating and large televisions. The bedrooms are huge and beautifully adorned and, outside, there is a barbecue grill.
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the outdoor space is open and comfortablewe had 7 staying here and were very comfortablethe beds were so comfortable and the house was fully stocked with all the essentialsthe apartment over the garage was perfect for late arrivalswe were all very comfortable and had everything we neededCleanliness:
very clean and comfortable homea jewel spotless clean a gorgeous placebeautiful home clean spacious and very comfortableextremely clean and relaxing place to vacationvery quiet and very cleanHost:
shannon was a wonderful hostshannon is a wonderful hostshannon was an amazing hostshannon is a great hostshannon was a wonderful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
shannons queen bee is a great locationawesome price for the locationclose enough for a great day trip to virginia beachwe loved the close walk to the water and the access to kayaksadorable house with a great location by the water
2. Cute cottage on Sarah’s Creek (from USD 153)
Located steps from the banks of Sarah’s Creek, this cottage features a newly remodeled kitchen, a bedroom and bath on the lower level, and a large loft with a trundle bed, a futon, and a pool table. The kitchen is stocked with everything necessary to cook up that meal from ingredients you might gather at the local farmer’s market, and coffee and tea are provided. Kayaks with life vests are available steps away near the dock and are available for use any time, and it is suggested to enjoy a sunset or sunrise from out on the water.
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the cottage on sarah's creek is a lovely little spot with nice waterfront views and cozy comfortthe bed is very comfortable with plenty of extra linens and smart tv for movies in bedthe place is like the photos the bed is very comfortable and cozzykitchen was great for cooking unforgettable view with a large dock on the water loved our staythe bed was incredibly comfortableCleanliness:
the place is sparkling clean and relaxingvery spacious and cleaneverything is sparkling clean and very relaxing and quietcute area and very cleanwonderful place the cottage was very clean and spacious with a comfy bedroom and nicely decorated bathroomHost:
very responsive; excellent hostsamber was a super responsive hostamber is kind welcoming and helpful and answers questions quicklyamber was a great host; super responsive very accommodating and made us very welcomegreat hosts and a great spot local to yorktown and surrounding areasRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is close to yorktown and other attractionsgreat location far enough away to be peaceful but not too far from yorktown/newport newsgreat location right on the water and very privateit’s in a pretty area close to the waterextremely calm and relaxing environment to get away from the city life
3. Fully restored historic farmhouse (from USD 195)
Located just minutes from Gloucester County’s historic district this quaint little house features a wonderful wrap-around porch that offers gorgeous views from nearly every direction. There are large, modern bathrooms, plush, cozy bedrooms with televisions, and WIFI. You’ll also enjoy using the spacious, fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances. The house also boasts hardwood floors throughout, a washer and a dryer, private parking, and keypad security.
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the beds where super comfymodern amenities with a comfortable and clean feeling make staying here enjoyable in every waythe home is very private and cozy with good views of the riverthe master suite had its own bathroom which was nice and the beds were all comfortableabsolutely gorgeous cozy clean and the location and view is amazingCleanliness:
house was clean and well maintainedthe house is beautiful clean and well equippedthe house was beautiful and exceptionally cleanextremely clean well kept homegreat place clean and the house was as describedHost:
shannon is a wonderful hostshannon is a wonderful hosthost was welcoming and even arrived before us to turn on lights before we arrivedshannon is an awesome host and i would definitely stay here againdefinitely a great host and made our first experience wonderful and memorableRead more reviewsLocation:
close to lots of cute shopsthe location is quiet and peacefulthe neighboring town is cute with restaurants groceries etc close byit was nice to get away from the city and walk in the grass barefootsuch a cute place looking forward to returning
4. Quiet, peaceful cottage on Ware River (from USD 140)
This quiet and peaceful cottage is located on stunningly beautiful and serene property just steps from the Ware River, and it features seven acres of land that includes a garden, beautiful flowers, a tire swing, walking trails, and a treehouse. Inside this historic cottage, built in 1790, you’ll be transported back to a simpler time in comfort and will be treated to a queen-size bed, wooden rafters, a fireplace, WIFI, and a spacious, fully equipped kitchen.
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margaret's cozy cottage is immaculate and furnished with beautiful antiquesthis small cozy and very comfortable cottage is on a beautiful property of old trees and lawnwe had an extremely comfortable and wonderful stayit was so comfortable the bed and linens were dreamythe bed was one of the most comfortable upon which we have ever sleptCleanliness:
the house is clean cozy and historicit is extremely comfortable spotlessly clean and very well-equippedthe place was sparkling clean beautifully furnished and oh so cozyit was spotless beautifully decorated & stocked with everything one could need or wantthe house was very well maintained and clean and the grounds were well-kept and very scenicHost:
peg and john were wonderful hostsa gorgeous property with great hostsour host was so kind to us and we recommend it highlypeg and john were responsive to our questions and quickly attended to the one issue we experiencedmy family thoroughly enjoyed the stay and they were great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great central location for visiting the areait’s the perfect location - away from the hustle & bustle of williamsburg but close enough to visitwhat a great place to get away from the rush of daily lifewhat a gem a very remote peaceful feeling that's easy to access from the surrounding metro areasit is a wonderful place to take a break get away and enjoy a slower pace of life
5. Beautiful cottage with magnificent views of the Ware River (from USD 156)
Built on the banks of the Ware River, this cozy yet spacious waterfront retreat features an open floor plan living area surrounded by views of the river. There is comfortable furniture with a memory foam sleeper sofa, a fireplace, and a 44-inch television. The kitchen is large and modern with an island range top, a Keurig coffee pot, and all modern appliances. The bedrooms are cozy and well furnished, and the bathrooms are spacious and fully fitted. Every room in the house features beautiful window views of either the river or the surrounding countryside.
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beautiful and peaceful views and a comfortable homebeautiful sunrises and sunsets from every roombeautiful views wildlife and very comfortable housekitchen is fully stocked with all the essentials and more beautiful sunsets and views of the waterthe amenities are luxurious with the large soaking tub huge shower hot tub and gas fireplaceCleanliness:
everything was clean and comfortableit is beautiful and very cleanthe place is very cleanthe house was immaculately clean and the personalized touches made for a memorable visitvery peaceful and cleanHost:
great host and very responsiveshannon and her husband were a perfect hostshannon has made this home so beautiful and she is so hospitableshannon was very nice and communicativethe host is extremely responsive and friendly as wellRead more reviewsLocation:
great location very spacious placethe location was close to shopping and restaurants but still felt like you were miles from civilizationsuch a beautiful house in a cozy locationbeautiful property in a nice quiet locationthis place is beautiful and quite and well worth every penny
6. Rustic retreat on Back Creek (from USD 220)
Located on the river with a private pier, this house features a wraparound porch, a large, enclosed porch with a fireplace for use during cold winter nights, a wet bar, and a children’s play area. The kitchen is rustic with modern appliances and there indoor and outdoor dining areas and a wood-burning stove. Spend time in the cozy living room or the bedrooms. There’s also a sprawling children’s room with bunk beds. The gorgeous property is peppered with flowers and magnolia trees and amazing views of the countryside.
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-it was interesting trying to figure out what switches turned on which lights and fansCleanliness:
check-in was very straight forward house is clean and comfortablesparkling clean home with everything you need to have a nice relaxing getaway from the busy city lifeHost:
jack was so welcoming and responsivegreat host and great placethe owners are kind and easy to communicate withthe entire family of hosts are so welcoming and thoughtful100% recommend this place and this host we’re already thinking of coming backRead more reviewsLocation:
absolutely amazing house and locationincredibly unique house in a great location and great ownerswonderful place to escape from life and just relaxgreat location great place and amazing hospitalityyou will find a beautiful place on the river
7. Beautifully remodeled waterfront cottage (from USD 195)
Located at Gloucester Point and built on the banks of Sarah’s Creek, this cute little cottage features beautiful sunset views on the waterfront. It boasts wood floors throughout, a large kitchen with modern appliances - including a new dishwasher and refrigerator - a small living room with a television, WIFI, two comfortable queen bedrooms, and one that has bunk beds, and a washer and dryer. Outside, the cabin presents amazing views of the waterfront with plenty of places to sit and watch, and private parking.
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the beds were very comfortable with very nice linensfully stocked kitchen made cooking easythe whole house is nicely decorated with stylist and comfortable furnishingsCleanliness:
the house was very clean and cozythe house has been beautifully redone and was spotlessthe house was super clean and had everything we neededthe house is beautiful super clean stocked very nicely and the beds are comfyvery cute house newly renovated new appliances extremely clean very quiet beautiful surroundings very kind and attentive hostHost:
the owners go above and beyond to make sure your stay is a good oneour family of 6 had an amazing time at james and ann's place they were kind hospitable hostsin general a very nice place and very nice hostwe couldn’t have asked for better hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is beautifulthis house is the perfect place for a relaxing getawayyou truly will not find a better place to unwind and enjoy summerthe house is conveniently located near many williamsburg historic triangle attractions and wonderful hiking at beaverdam parkit is located in a quiet creek with beautiful sunrises and sunsets
8. Quaint cabin in the woods
Situated in northern Gloucester County with beautiful scenery in all directions, this rental features easy access to Beaver Dam Reservoir, walking trails, and farm animals. Inside this cute little cabin are a cozy living area/bedroom with a television and a small couch, a kitchenette with a sink, and clean restrooms. There is also access to a washer and dryer, children’s books and toys, an indoor fireplace, an outdoor firepit with chopped wood provided, and WIFI is also available.
Gloucester, Virginia, United States
29.33 km (18.3 mi) from Yorktown BattlefieldAccommodates: 2
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wifi worked great if you need to be connectedwifi was provided so we could keep in contact with family and friends that waywe loved the cozy cabin- especially the fireplace it was exactly as picturedthe bathroom was large and comfortablethe cabin was very comfortable with higher ceilings and larger nice bathroomCleanliness:
super clean little cottageclean and quite lots of solitudebed was very comfortable good shower clean spaceit is an immaculately clean place that is very comfortablewe loved our stay the cabin is so stylish and clean we were extremely comfortable hereHost:
connie was a great hostconnie and alan’s home is beautiful and they were amazing hostsconnie was super friendly a great hostthe hosts were very friendly and accommodatingthe animals were adorable and the hosts were wonderfulRead more reviewsLocation:
such a cute little placegreat quiet location toothe location was quiet and peacefulgreat place to retrieve from the stress of the citythe location & the quaint cabin were perfect for a getaway
9. Large pet-friendly guest suite
This large guest suite is nestled amid the rolling countryside of Gloucester County and it features a washer and dryer, a hot tub, televisions, an indoor fireplace, WIFI and dedicated office space, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and coffee maker, a separate dining area, and 7 acres (2.8 ha) of rolling countryside. The bedrooms are comfortably furnished and there are beautiful views of the surrounding hills from the dining area.
North, Virginia, United States
27.91 km (17.4 mi) from Yorktown BattlefieldSuperhost
Accommodates: 5
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beautiful views natural setting nice amenities great kitchenthe room has great viewcheck-in was a breeze - keypad entry - and the wifi was greatthere was lots of space inside and there was even a huge deck overlooking the poolwe especially enjoyed the pool and the deck overlooking the fieldsCleanliness:
very clean and cozyvery clean and homey feelingthe place was cleanthe kennels are very clean & brightthe pool is big and cleanHost:
the owners are very friendly and knowledgeablethe hosts are friendly and helpfulthe hosts are so kind and welcomingthe hosts are extremely nice and accommodatingwe really enjoyed our chats with the owners & the staff of the kennelRead more reviewsLocation:
central to so many attractionsnice location to explore the areaperfect location and such a beautiful propertygreat set up beautiful location - country livinga great place to get away with the dogs and unwind for a weekend
10. Luxurious beach house
Located on Mobjack Bay and hosting four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and private access to the beach, this gorgeous house features stunning window views of the beach, a fireplace, a beautiful fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances, and plenty of storage space. There is a door in the dining area that leads to a screened-in outdoor dining area, and a door in the living room that leads directly to the gorgeous beach. The bedrooms are wonderfully furnished, and all have access to views of the beach.
Gloucester, Virginia, United States
17.67 km (11.0 mi) from Yorktown BattlefieldAccommodates: 7
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super clean and well equippedmanager at the site john is super nice and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location beautiful property very relaxing highly recommendedawesome awesome location on a serene private peaceful part of mobjack bay
Stunning country views in rural Virginia
Whether you want to play in the water, learn colonial history, or hike down the country roads, this location has just about anything you might want. If you’re planning a trip here, be sure to follow our list of the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Gloucester County, Virginia.
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