•Built in 1875, beautifully renovated •1230 sq. ft. •Level 1: Living +Family Room+Kitchen+1 Bedroom+2 Baths (no tubs) + Porch with daybed •Level 2: 1 Bedroom with daybed and 1/2 bath •Deck with views of Carter's Creek •Backyard: Large with tons of yard games & Solo fire pit •Private driveway •Steps from the Tides Inn •Minutes walk to shops, restaurants, bars in town •Free access to bikes •Small dogs permitted with host approval The space Unwind in the elegance of a by-gone era when you stay in our newly-renovated farmhouse cottage. Built in 1875, our beautifully decorated home is located next to the historic Tides Inn Resort and is a few steps from the charming Town of Irvington. As you enter the property, the sound of crushed stone in the driveway will instantly transport you from the hustle-and-bustle to river time. Upon walking in the front door, you're welcomed in the open kitchen and main living room. The kitchen has a refrigerator, beverage refrigerator, stove, microwave, coffee machine, dishwasher and washer and dryer. We love to cook, so the cutlery and pots and pans are top notch. The cozy first floor bedroom and private full bath are easily accessible and overlook the huge backyard. Walk through the living room into the family room where you can park it in the plush couch or lounge chair and stream Netflix/Amazon or other content. Under the TV, you'll find our collection of popular board games including Catan, Monopoly, Stratego, Yahtzee, Uno, Backgammon and more. If you need some solo chill time, grab your book or headphones and retire to the cozy enclosed porch, which is also used as a bedroom. Curl up on the daybed and enjoy the magical light glistening through the bamboo shades. Just off the family room, the nostalgic staircase winds upstairs to the private bedroom that will make you feel like you're climbing into a captain's quarters. The tranquil bedroom features a super comfortable Casper queen bed, half bath and reading nook with TV and daybed. When it's time to soak up some outdoor time, just pop out the back door off the kitchen. Relax with a cocktail on the deck, cook some steaks or fish on our Weber gas grill or lay down some newspaper and crack some local crabs or the region's famous oysters. If you're feeling like teaching someone who's boss, check out the game shed where you'll find bocce, cornhole, wiffle ball, spike ball, washers, croquet and more. When the games are over, grab a trusted partner in crime, hop on the vintage Schwinn bikes and head off for a sunset glass of wine at the Tides Inn or at one of the many amazing restaurants in town. With so many fantastic attractions and boutiques minutes away including the new Complex Entertainment Center, The Dog and Oyster Vineyard, famous Farmers Market or Steamboat Era Museum, you'll never run out of places to explore, shop or indulge. Perhaps the most replenishing, time-stopping moments can be found on Carter's Creek or the nearby preserves - Hughlett Point and Hickory Hallow. Whether you like to sail, kayak, paddleboard or fish, opportunities to refresh your perspective are limitless. Our travel-sized welcome guide has all the information you'll need. If golf is your bag, the Golden Eagle Golf Course and The Piankatank River Golf Club are also just minutes away. Guest access Guests will have access to the entire house and large, very private property. Other things to note Soft towels, antibacterial soap, shampoo and conditioner, iron, blow dryer and other products can be found in all bathrooms. Disposable gloves, disinfectant sprays (or wipes when available) and common cleaning supplies provided. We have also recently purchased a state-of-the-art Molekule air purifier that destroys the widest range of pollutants including viruses and VOCs. Dogs are considered on a case-by-case basis. Only small dogs are permitted at this point. If approved, we charge a $50 pet fee and only 1 dog is permitted (this is a one time fee, not per day). The pet fee will be sent as a separate fee, per Airbnb. DOG RULES: 1. An additional fee of $50 will be charged for cleaning 2. Dog must be washed within 2 days before arrival 3. Only small dogs allowed - 25 lbs and under unless pre-approved 4. Must be older than 1 year 5. Clean up after your dog inside and outside 6. Not allowed on any beds or furniture 7. You agree to pay for any repairs caused by your dog 8. No dogs can be left unattended unless crated 9. No using bowls from the kitchen for your dog 10. Barking frequently or for extended periods is not acceptable 11. Do not use our towels on your dogs for any reason 12. If your dog sheds hair, please vacuum or sweep 13. Must have required shots, licenses and tags 14. Do not use our showers for bathing