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Apartment in Newport News
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 143 reviewsCentrally Located Sleek Studio Apartment
Private guest studio apartment with separate parking/entrance in a quiet neighborhood. Centrally located to shopping, restaurants , and parks. Airport:12 min CNU:6 min Riverside Medical Center:7 min Sentara Hospital:8 min Langley AFB:11 min Patrick Henry Mall:8 min Willimasburg/Bush Gardens: approx 30 min Virgina Beach Oceanfront: 45 min Wifi available with a 55" TV with streaming services (no cable). Coffee table folds into dining/work table. Stools under table. Full bath/kitchen/laundry unit.
Dec 11 – 18
Guest suite in Chesapeake
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 227 reviewsPurple Room- Rare Luxury Ste w/prkg - 1 of a kind!
Welcome to The Purple Room, get ready for an AirBnB experience unlike any others. This one of a kind AirBnB not only offers a memorable staying experience, but will be a welcome end to an exciting day at the beach, dinner and drinks at a local restaurant or bar, or an adventurous day exploring all the culture and history the area has to offer. We are centrally located, offer free parking, wifi and kitchenette. We have local art, free wine and food samples. Come see what the excitement is about!
May 16 – 23
Guesthouse in Norfolk
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 549 reviewsPrivate Guesthouse, Ghent/Downtown near ODU, EVMS
Legally licensed and permitted with the City of Norfolk! We did it right here! European-style guesthouse between Ghent and the Heart of Downtown. Walking access to many restaurants and hotspots, and across from “The Tide” light rail, and YMCA, Chrysler Museum of Art, Granby St, Colley Ave, EVMS, Town Point Park! 15-min from the ocean. FREE PRIVATE PARKING: designated driveway parking spot; Kitchenette includes– cooktop, sink, microwave, coffee, fridge; Wifi, separate HVAC, bath, FREE laundry.
Sep 26 – Oct 3
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Norfolk beach vacation rentals
Cottage in Norfolk
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews110 Year Old Beach Carriage House @ Poseidon 902CH
Sep 17 – 24
Cottage in Norfolk
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 168 reviewsPeaceful beach @Courtyard Cottage+No Cleaning Fee!
Jan 3 – 10
Apartment in Virginia Beach
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 459 reviewsPrivate apartment only 3 blocks from the Beach
Sep 25 – Oct 2
Guest suite in Virginia Beach
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 306 reviewsJust Steps Away to the Beach
May 29 – Jun 5
Guest suite in Norfolk
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 498 reviewsBeachfront Exclusive Bay front Suite
Sep 5 – 12
Guest suite in Virginia Beach
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 146 reviewsBeach Resort Area Efficiency
Apr 17 – 24
Home in Virginia Beach
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviewsBeach Cottage #2 19th - 3 Blocks from Beach
Jan 4 – 11
Home in Norfolk
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 120 reviewsThe Cozy Beach House
Jul 11 – 18
Home in Virginia Beach
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 204 reviewsChicks Beachfront
Apr 27 – May 4
Guest suite in Virginia Beach
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 286 reviewsVirginia Beach 2 King BR apt 100 feet from beach
Nov 3 – 10
Apartment in Virginia Beach
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 226 reviewsVB. Oceanfront/ Boardwalk,Beach, Pool, Balcony
Dec 19 – 26
Bungalow in Norfolk
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviewsBeachfront Bungalow; Amazing views (3bdrm, 2 bath)
May 2 – 9
Norfolk home rentals
Home in Smithfield
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 198 reviewsMason Manor - Downtown Smithfield next to WCP
Sep 7 – 14
Home in Norfolk
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviewsPrivate Pool 🏊♂️ Hot Tub, Fire Pit🔥 Close to Beach 🐠
Mar 5 – 12
Home in Norfolk
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviewsNear Ghent | Open Concept | Fenced Yard | Grill
Jun 4 – 11
Home in Norfolk
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 284 reviewsNew Beach Home on the Chesapeake Bay
Aug 30 – Sep 6
Home in Norfolk
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviewsBeautiful cottage a couple blocks from the beach
Apr 28 – May 5
Home in Virginia Beach
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviewsHalf house w/pool & new patio all to yourself
Jan 23 – 30
Home in Virginia Beach
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 159 reviewsPlay by the bay beach house,
Dec 4 – 11
Home in Norfolk
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviewsNewly Updated! Huge Yard! Dogs ok!
Sep 25 – Oct 2
Home in Norfolk
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 201 reviewsSimple Southern Getaways/ 2 Blocks From Beach
May 28 – Jun 4
Home in Newport News
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 171 reviewsCozy Craftsman in Midtown
Aug 30 – Sep 6
Home in Norfolk
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviewsSteps from the Bay, with Beach Gear and Foosball!
Apr 28 – May 5
Home in Norfolk
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviewsStylish Beach House, Hot Tub, Pet Friendly
Jan 14 – 21
Beach home rentals in Norfolk
Home in Virginia Beach
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviewsSteps to Beach At Chics Beach! Spacious + Clean!
May 5 – 12
Home in Virginia Beach
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 192 reviews3 Blocks 2 Beach at Oceanfront Lakefront Getaway
Feb 5 – 12
Home in Virginia Beach
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviewsWater Oaks at Chic's Beach
Nov 17 – 24
Home in Virginia Beach
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 161 reviewsSpacious home for 8 ~ Walk to the boardwalk!
Sep 26 – Oct 3
Home in Hampton
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviewsTiny Home In Buckroe Beach
Dec 10 – 17
Home in Norfolk
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviewsThe Seaglass Cottage
Feb 1 – 8
Home in Norfolk
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 81 reviewsOne block from the Beach
Nov 14 – 21
Home in Norfolk
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 67 reviewsGhent on the Corner: Charming 3/2.5 Home Sleeps 8!
Apr 1 – 8
Home in Norfolk
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 70 reviewsLife on a Sandbar right on Chesapeake Bay
Nov 7 – 14
Home in Norfolk
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 79 reviewsQuiet East Beach Bungalow, 1 block to beach!
May 11 – 18
Home in Hampton
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 85 reviewsQuaint and Comfortable Buckroe Beach Getaway.
Dec 15 – 22
Home in Hampton
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviewsCoastal Kay On The Bay
Jul 10 – 17
Quick stats about vacation rentals in Norfolk
Total rentals | 2K properties |
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Rentals with dedicated workspaces | 1.2K properties have a dedicated workspace |
Rentals with a pool | 70 properties have a pool |
Pet-friendly rentals | 960 properties allow pets |
Family-friendly rentals | 1.2K properties are a good fit for families |
Total number of reviews | 59K reviews |
Your guide to Norfolk
All About Norfolk
Sitting at the confluence of the Chesapeake Bay, the Elizabeth River, and the Atlantic Ocean, Norfolk is a midsize Virginia city with a long maritime history and a thriving art and cultural scene. It would take you several days to make your way through the town’s museums and galleries, not to mention the studios where you can meet local artists and learn about their work. Kids and adults alike are welcome at the interactive theaters and the hands-on exhibits at the Battleship Wisconsin at Nauticus, which acquaint visitors with Norfolk’s seafaring past.
The city offers plenty of green space, including the Pagoda and Oriental Garden and the Norfolk Botanical Garden, Virginia’s largest collection of living plants. The lively Waterside District offers many dining options, and you’ll find a vibrant, rotating roster of pop-up stores and locally owned restaurants at Selden Market.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Norfolk
Given its location at the southern mouth of Chesapeake Bay, Norfolk’s temperate, four-season climate is protected from extreme temperatures. Spring and fall have the most comfortable weather for spending time outdoors, while summer brings high temperatures, high humidity, and frequent thunderstorms. Winter temperatures can hit the freezing mark, sometimes with winds but usually with little snow. But if it’s too hot or too cold, the city’s museums and galleries always offer refuge. The warmer weather from May to October means it’s time to head to the beach or enjoy one of the city’s many festivals. In June, visitors flock to Norfolk for its famous three-day maritime festival featuring tall ships, a parade of sails, and a grand fireworks display over the harbor.
Top things to do in Norfolk
Chrysler Museum of Art and Glass Studio
The Chrysler Museum, just north of the Waterside District near the center of town, boasts more than 30,000 artifacts spanning more than 5,000 years. The American and European painting collections and the Middle Age sculptures are a significant focus, as are Chrysler’s collection of glass art, its glass-blowing museum, and glass-blowing demonstrations.
Battleship Wisconsin at Nauticus
Nauticus is a maritime-themed museum located at the Norfolk waterfront. In addition to indoor exhibits in the main building, Nauticus is home to USS Wisconsin, one of the largest and last battleships built by the US Navy that served in World War II, Korea, and in Operation Desert Storm in 1991 before finally being decommissioned. You can visit this piece of history on your own or on a guided tour.
Norfolk Botanical Garden
This botanical garden spans 175 acres and is on the National Register of Historic Places. It features more than 50 themed gardens, including a rose garden, a native plant garden, and a three-acre children’s garden. The grounds lie just 20 minutes from downtown and feature 12 miles of paved trails. Pelicans, eagles, and kestrels all find shelter here, as do 30 species of butterflies. From March to October, you can take a tram through the garden; at certain times of the year, a boat is also available to let you observe the park from its winding canals.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the weather in Norfolk?
Norfolk experiences a mild climate. Summer temperatures often reach 85°F (29°C), while winter temperatures can drop to around 32°F (0°C). Spring and autumn are generally comfortable with moderate temperatures and less rainfall.
What are some of the best things to do in Norfolk?
Norfolk is a city that sparkles with a vibrant arts scene, rich history, and outdoor adventures. Visit the Chrysler Museum of Art, explore the historic Battleship Wisconsin, or take a walk through the Norfolk Botanical Garden. For animal lovers, a visit to the Virginia Zoo is often recommended.
What is the best time of year to visit Norfolk?
Spring and fall tend to draw many visitors to Norfolk when the weather is pleasant. During these times, the city hosts popular events such as the Virginia Arts Festival in the spring and the Town Point Virginia Wine Festival in the fall.
What are the best places to stay in Norfolk?
Downtown Norfolk is a popular area with its close proximity to attractions like the Chrysler Museum of Art. Ghent, with its historic homes and trendy restaurants, is frequently suggested. For waterfront views, consider places in East Beach.
What are the best places to visit in Norfolk?
Places often recommended in Norfolk include the Chrysler Museum of Art, Nauticus Museum, Norfolk Botanical Garden, and Battleship Wisconsin. For a taste of nature, the Virginia Zoo and First Landing State Park are frequently suggested.
What are some hiking trails in Norfolk?
Explore the serene beauty of Norfolk by hiking the Elizabeth River Trail or the trails in First Landing State Park. You could also venture out on the trails of the Norfolk Botanical Garden. Keep in mind, these trails range from easy to moderate in terms of difficulty.
What are some family activities to do in Norfolk?
Families can spend a fun day exploring the Virginia Zoo or the interactive exhibits at Nauticus Museum. Outdoor adventures like kayaking at the Chesapeake Bay or visiting the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center are also popular activities.
What are some of the best day trip ideas in Norfolk?
A day trip to the historic district of Colonial Williamsburg, approximately 60 miles (96 km) from Norfolk, is often recommended. It's a living-history museum with a recreated colonial town for visitors to explore. The Virginia Beach Boardwalk, approximately 18 miles (29 km) away, provides a relaxing seaside experience. For nature lovers, the First Landing State Park around 22 miles (35 km) away, is frequently suggested, where you can enjoy hiking, bird-watching, and exploring the diverse habitats.
Are there vacation rentals with a dedicated workspace in Norfolk?
Yes! Work meets play with ease at over 1,210 vacation rentals in Norfolk featuring dedicated workspaces. Stay connected and productive in your home away from home.
Are there pet-friendly vacation rentals in Norfolk?
Four-legged friends are welcome in Norfolk. Choose from more than 960 vacation rentals for guests traveling with pets.
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