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Grey Heron | Waterfront Home w/ Dock, Kayak Launch, Screened Porch, Epic Sunsets & Pet Friendly

Chincoteague vacation home in Up the Neck area

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3 bedrooms, WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 80 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Chincoteague Island, VA
  • Place, Captain Timothy Hill House
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Oyster Bay
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Maui Jack's Waterpark
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
    ‪71 min drive‬

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About the area

Chincoteague

Up the Neck stay.With a stay at this Up the Neck vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Captain Timothy Hill House and 2 miles (3 km) of Chincoteague Channel. Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park and Oyster Bay are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Captain Timothy Hill House - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Oyster Bay - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Maui Jack's Waterpark - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge - 7 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Steamers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Island Creamery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Teaguers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ropewalk - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Grey Heron | Waterfront Home w/ Dock, Kayak Launch, Screened Porch, Epic Sunsets & Pet Friendly

Majestic views await you from every room at Grey Heron, a charming raised contemporary located on North Main Street. Enjoy the unparalleled island sunsets from the private dock, spacious screened in porch and dining area, or with it's floor to ceiling windows and numerous cozy seating areas - from anywhere else in the home! Vintage artwork from local artist Hall Lott, known for his cover artwork for the Chincoteague Island Easter & Decoy Festival and Pony Swim posters, adorn the walls at every turn. Plush, cozy furniture in the living area as well as a round-about room featuring stunning 180-degree views of Chincoteague Bay and salt marsh give you plenty of space to enjoy company comfortably. A fully equipped kitchen (range, dishwasher, refrigerator) to prepare meals for family and friends, which is connected to the great room featuring a beautiful working fireplace and natural wooden floors. Grey Heron features 3 bedrooms, each boasting their own private balcony. On the upper level (accessible by the spiral staircase in the great room) you'll find the master bedroom - with the largest balcony, overlooking the sweeping vista of the bay and marsh. A comfortable king sized bed and television, as well as a full bath. The floor to ceiling bay window delivers plenty of natural island sunshine into the bedroom. Downstairs you will find the other two bedrooms - both with queen sized beds, a small balcony, and a cozy sitting area with view of the bay and marsh. Bring your bushel basket and crab right off the dock, then enjoy the bounty of the Chincoteague Bay from the screened-in porch. Bring your kayaks as well and launch them right from the private launch found off the bulkhead on the property. An outdoor shower to hose off after a sandy day at the beach. Plenty of space outside to enjoy family activities, and pet-friendly so bring your furry friends - they love basking in the sun on the dock as much as people do!

- Linens and towels are included with your reservation.
- No smoking is permitted on the premises.
- This property is pet friendly with a pet fee per pet. Pet fee is $150 per pet. All pets must be disclosed prior to arrival.
- Any reservations made for a future year (known as "Advanced Reservations") are subject to rate and availability changes. These reservations will be confirmed in January of the arrival year.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1 square foot

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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Beaiutiful Bayfront Home Amazing Sunsets Pet Friendly
552540

Frequently asked questions

How close is Grey Heron | Waterfront Home w/ Dock, Kayak Launch, Screened Porch, Epic Sunsets & Pet Friendly to the airport?

This vacation home is 55.8 mi (65-min drive) away from the Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Grey Heron | Waterfront Home w/ Dock, Kayak Launch, Screened Porch, Epic Sunsets & Pet Friendly have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Grey Heron | Waterfront Home w/ Dock, Kayak Launch, Screened Porch, Epic Sunsets & Pet Friendly to the beach?

This vacation home is 7.1 mi (25-min drive) from Bow Beach.

Does Grey Heron | Waterfront Home w/ Dock, Kayak Launch, Screened Porch, Epic Sunsets & Pet Friendly offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Grey Heron | Waterfront Home w/ Dock, Kayak Launch, Screened Porch, Epic Sunsets & Pet Friendly?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Grey Heron | Waterfront Home w/ Dock, Kayak Launch, Screened Porch, Epic Sunsets & Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Grey Heron | Waterfront Home w/ Dock, Kayak Launch, Screened Porch, Epic Sunsets & Pet Friendly?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Grey Heron | Waterfront Home w/ Dock, Kayak Launch, Screened Porch, Epic Sunsets & Pet Friendly have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Grey Heron | Waterfront Home w/ Dock, Kayak Launch, Screened Porch, Epic Sunsets & Pet Friendly have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Grey Heron | Waterfront Home w/ Dock, Kayak Launch, Screened Porch, Epic Sunsets & Pet Friendly to downtown Chincoteague?

This vacation home is 1.5 mi away from Chincoteague.

Grey Heron | Waterfront Home w/ Dock, Kayak Launch, Screened Porch, Epic Sunsets & Pet Friendly Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 38 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Rhett S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

New couch and grown up toilets would be nice but it was relaxing nice view had a good time
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Beautiful views!!!!! Great house. Very clean---smelled clean too. Wonderful sunroom. We loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas in Chincoteague

Property was fantastic. Haven’t been to Chincoteague since I was a child. Beautiful, quaint, friendly town. Rental location perfect. Would visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sharon B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Beautiful views and the house could be spectacular! Lots of dirt, missing cushions, filthy trashcan and kitchen utensils. Needs work and same on VRBO for the glowing pictures and recommendation. I will not be looking to use you again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday weekend

My husband, son and myself came for my 40th birthday weekend. We lucked out and had almost 60 degree weather and the house was breath taking! I would definitely stay at the grey heron again! Thank you so much
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jackie G.

Perfect Chincoteague Weekend!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a fantastic stay at Grey Heron. The weather was perfect to explore the island and ride bikes in nature preserve. We appreciated that the location was away from the "busy" part of town. Thank you for being dog friendly and allowing our entire family to enjoy your little slice of heaven!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Ryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

12/20

Could use some updating, but the house was fairly clean. The upstairs shower was a bit dirty. Good location
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

neva d.

March 2022 Stay

We had a great stay. The house was comfortable overall with cozy couches and bedding. The king bed upstairs could stand to be upgraded or minimally a thick topper placed under the plastic as the bed was the only one in the house that was hard and the plastic directly under the sheet makes your body sweat. It was cold during our stay but we were able to stay warm by running the heat at 75. The hot water heater only allows for 2 short showers at a time so may want to consider an upgrade for a place that size. These things are only meant asher suggestions to make future guests more comfortable, not as complaints as overall we had a wonderful stay and were comfortable in the home. The views were great! The space was well laid out and we were cozy despite the 25 mph wind most days. We did get to enjoy the dock and back deck one day when the wind died down. Would love to return when it's warm out. The locals suggested late Aug or early Sept to avoid the mosquitos.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Not the best experience...

The house is really shabby, which you can't tell from the pictures. My family didn't even want to go in when we arrived. During our stay, some contractors came to stain the decks (which we were sitting on at the time). I asked the property management if these men were supposed to be there while we were occupying the house. They responded that it was the property owners' scheduling error and for the inconvenience, they wanted to offer us a credit for one night stay (at a future date). We thought that was a little insulting considering the experience made our stay very uncomfortable and awkward. And, no, we aren't taking the offer. We will stay somewhere nicer next time. The property was nice. We enjoyed the waterfront and beautiful view. And the private dock was amazing. But the house itself was uncomfortable and in bad shape. Also, if you book this property, make sure you check your invoices. The property management charged me several hundred dollars more than what I agreed to pay on vrbo. I contacted vrbo to get information as to why that had happened and they said there must have been an error, I should only have to pay what was agreed upon when booking the reservation online (which makes sense). I contacted the property manager about the discrepancy and they said they don't normally adjust their prices based on vrbo listings but they would do it for me once as a courtesy. WHAT?! We had a contract. You can't just raise the price after the agreement. It was strange.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Cynthia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well worn but comfortable

The house is a bit rough around the edges, but comfortable. The upstairs bedroom is glorious. One of the bedrooms is facing the bay and is very pleasant. The other faces the road and gets full sun. It was over 85 in this room in November! Several broken appliances but plenty of utensils. Great place to have a relaxing stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

alex c.

August 2022 Stay

We loved the house layout and the dock was great for fishing. Very easy location for getting around the island. It would be great to have some additional seating in the living room to accommodate a few more people. Look forward to seeing the upgrades for next year!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W.

July 2022 Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Where do I begin? The Grey Heron is the place to be! Beautiful views of the bay from every window. Amazing sunsets!! Spending time on the pier/dock is my favorite - feeling the breeze from the bay. Can't wait for 2023!!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Ian K.

Nice and quiet with a great dock.

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: After years of neglect, the property finally got some repairs and upgrades. It is still rough around the edges and not worth the drastic $800 increase in weekly rent over the past two years. The property management promises “free early check-in” on the listing but with the check-in information states, “We cannot allow early access, even for grocery drop off, whiny kids & pets, etc.” Dishonest and passive-aggressive customer service is what they actually offer, apparently.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

My Happy Place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I loved my retreat at Grey Heron. The owners are making needed repairs but the screen doors don't slide and I fear for the roof which needs looking after. The setting is divine, and the house is spacious and comfortable. I asked for a vacuum cleaner and one arrived the same day. The toaster is very old and a toaster oven would be a major improvement. Otherwise, I loved everything and found the kitchen to be well stocked.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Justine S.

May 2021 Stay

This house is clean and spacious. A spiral staircase leads to the master bedroom with a king sized bed and en suite with the most beautiful views of the bay! There are two smaller bedrooms on the main level, a screened in porch, and another enclosed sun porch with windows. There isn't a bad view in the entire house. It sits across from the historic Timothy Hill house. The Grey Heron is a wonderful place to stay for some serious rest and relaxation. My husband and I and our two large dogs loved being there and hanging out on the dock or splashing around in the bay. We would absolutely stay at the Grey Heron again. 
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Justine S.

May 2021 Stay

This house is clean and spacious. A spiral staircase leads to the master bedroom with a king sized bed and en suite with the most beautiful views of the bay! There are two smaller bedrooms on the main level, a screened in porch, and another enclosed sun porch with windows. There isn't a bad view in the entire house. It sits across from the historic Timothy Hill house. The Grey Heron is a wonderful place to stay for some serious rest and relaxation. My husband and I and our two large dogs loved being there and hanging out on the dock or splashing around in the bay. We would absolutely stay at the Grey Heron again. 
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W.

July 2021 Stay

What a wonderful vacation! Spent most of our time on decks and the pier. Beautiful mornings and amazing sunsets!! House is bright and airy. Enjoyed the bay view from almost every window! We are looking forward to our 2022 stay!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Lovely property, very clean. Such a lovely location. The outside looks like it needs a lot of work, but inside is everything you could hope for. Will return, for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

Comfort With A View

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Having stayed here several times, we were not disappointed. Lovely surroundings inside and out. Well-equipped, spacious and perfect sleeping arrangements. We'll be back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great view

Property was kept very clean. The house has an amazing view of the water and we enjoyed our short stay despite the bad weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Inga T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice house with a great view!

We really enjoyed our weekend stay at this house! It has the best view and sitting outside by the water was extremely relaxing. Our host was always so nice and helpful when we had requests. The kitchen was well equipped, just a little old-fashioned. The location is wonderful for visiting Assateague Island. And don't forget to get an ice cream at the Island Creamery.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Gray Heron: "our house" from 1994-2015

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: our complaints about cookware and unclean ovenwere met the next day. However, the shades/blinds upstairs in the bedroom need to be REPLACED,the back of a chair at the table downstairs was broken which we reported to housekeeping, and please put solid placemats on the dining table.which we reported
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John M.

November 2021 Stay

We had a great time. Loved the house and can't wait to go back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bob K.

Return to Grey Heron

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had stayed at Grey Heron several years ago, but then it was no longer pet friendly, so we took it off our list. We then found out it was again pet friendly and we were able to book a few days in the fall. It is a great place to stay. The location is wonderful and the layout of the house is family friendly. The dock is new from the last time we stayed there, which is a nice improvement. The winding steps to the upstairs are a little tricky for an elderly person like me, but it’s worth the effort. The dogs enjoyed their stay also. Our main criteria for rentals are dog friendly and on the water and Grey Heron meets those needs.perfectly. One improvement I might suggest is maybe some stones in the front for parking and entering the house. It might cut down on the amount of sand and pine needles. We also love the Hal Lott pictures. We have three of them ourselves. Thanks again for opening your Chincoteague home to island visitors.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

Very relaxing

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Perfect place to stay. Biked from here to all over the island. Sunsets, sunrise all from personal dock. We stay every year.