[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Laid-Back Lakefront Luxury Near Bay & Beach: Welcome To Wiseacre! Lakefront vacation home with a water park and a hot tub ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18800000/18797700/18797675/22d796b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18800000/18797700/18797675/fac85b7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18800000/18797700/18797675/12da2776.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18800000/18797700/18797675/ea36dfd9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18800000/18797700/18797675/a4a0eac1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Relax in the expansive 800 sf great room or rejuvenate on 3 acres of landscaped grounds directly on Lake Whitehurst at Wiseacre Estate. With a gourmet kitchen, hot tub, and all-season porch, this Coastal Virginia retreat offers endless ways to unwind. Enjoy curated furnishings and an evolving art collection throughout the Mid-Century Modern pad. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 124000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - - Parking available - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Laid-Back Lakefront Luxury Near Bay & Beach: Welcome To Wiseacre! Just say no to another generic bare-bones short-term rental. Welcome to Wiseacre Estate, an expansive Coastal Virginia retreat reminiscent of 1950s Las Vegas. This whimsical 4,000 sf Mid-Century Modern pad provides a relaxing escape from the rat race, with 2 guest bedrooms & en-suite bath, a cavernous 800 sf great room, gourmet kitchen, dining table for 8, hot tub, porch & patios, all on one level. Rejuvenate on 3 acres of landscaped grounds directly on Lake Whitehurst (freshwater fishing). \> Our award-winning short-term rental is a HOME-SHARE. This means your Superhost lives at the property. I am typically in my office, allowing you access to all spaces. Think of it like having a butler on-call in a fully stocked home. Please see our 495+ five-star reviews. \> 2 private bedrooms with queen beds, one with smart TV. They share an updated jack & jill bath w/step-in shower. Additional sleeping options for large families and groups available in the Great Room. \> Full use of kitchen & appliances. Coffee & tea. \> Hot Tub within all-season porch (robes & towels provided), 2 outdoor terraces. \> Keyless self-entry, WiFi, unlimited off-street parking. Amazon Alexa. \> Curated furnishings, vintage collectibles and an ever-evolving art collection. \> 420-friendly. Space outdoors to enjoy. \> LOCATION: Virginia Beach oceanfront is a 15-minute drive. 5 minutes to Chesapeake Bay; Richmond 90 minutes door to door; DC is 3 hours away. \> FREE entrance to Norfolk Botanical Garden for up to 6 guests! PLEASE NOTE \> NO VISITORS to the home other than those booked overnight, without discussing before arrival. \> Guests only. NO WEDDINGS OR EVENTS. \> Sorry, Wiseacre is no longer pet-friendly. Too many howling dogs with social anxiety. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1.5 shared bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Office - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 accessible parking space - No elevator - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Allowed outdoors on terrace, patio. 420-friendly ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Whale watching 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 4,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/111000000/110999300/110999250/b134d21f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Big Waterfront House on the Bay! 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Extra fee. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed Events must be discussed w/host before booking. ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas Allowed outdoors on terrace, patio. 420-friendly ## 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 Note from host: Events must be discussed w/host before booking. Long-term renters welcome 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Mid-century Modern Lakefront Estate Beach Bay House Norfolk Mid-century Modern Lakefront Estate Beach Bay House Mid-century Modern Lakefront Estate Beach Bay Norfolk Mid-century Modern Lakefront Estate Beach Bay House Norfolk Mid-century Modern Lakefront Estate Beach Bay House Mid-century Modern Lakefront Estate Beach Bay Norfolk Mid-century Modern Lakefront Estate Beach Bay Mid century Modern Lakefront Estate Close To Beach Bay! House Mid century Modern Lakefront Estate Close To Beach Bay! ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.91171%2C-76.19175&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RcAjL2XC3bHkT-VFeQeQV4eXh2g=) Norfolk, VA #### What's nearby - Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Norfolk Botanical Garden - 8 min drive - 4.4 km - Norfolk Premium Outlets - 8 min drive - 5.8 km - Naval Station Norfolk - 15 min drive - 15.2 km - Old Dominion University - 18 min drive - 14.0 km #### Getting around - Military Highway Station - 12 min drive - Norfolk Station - 16 min drive - Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 5 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Dirty Buffalo - ‬11 min walk - ‪COVA Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive - ‪James River Grill - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Local @ ORF - ‬6 min drive - ‪Poppa's Pub & Restaurant - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Laid-Back Lakefront Luxury Near Bay & Beach: Welcome To Wiseacre! pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Laid-Back Lakefront Luxury Near Bay & Beach: Welcome To Wiseacre!? > As of Oct 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Laid-Back Lakefront Luxury Near Bay & Beach: Welcome To Wiseacre! on Oct 20, 2025 start from CA $312.52, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Norfolk-Hotels-Laid-Back-Lakefront-Luxury-Near-Bay-Beach-Welcome-To-Wiseacre.h18797675.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Laid-Back Lakefront Luxury Near Bay & Beach: Welcome To Wiseacre!? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Laid-Back Lakefront Luxury Near Bay & Beach: Welcome To Wiseacre!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Laid-Back Lakefront Luxury Near Bay & Beach: Welcome To Wiseacre! located? > This family-friendly Norfolk vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Hampton Roads Agricultural Research and Extension Center and Norfolk Botanical Garden. Nauticus and Little Creek Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Laid-Back Lakefront Luxury Near Bay & Beach: Welcome To Wiseacre! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 39 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arra Jun 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Loved it so much 10/10 experience ##### Arra Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael W. Jan 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great House The house was a shock in how great it was. The host Chuck is also super nice and accommodating. ##### Michael W. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul N. Sep 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent place to stay The estate is immaculate, the location is perfect, and the host is wonderful. We all had a fantastic time. ##### Paul N. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica L. Mar 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay! We had a blast at wiseacre. Chuck was a wonderful host with a beautiful home. Would definitely visit again. ##### Jessica L. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul A. Sep 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wiseacre Stay Great stay in a very unique house. Close to everything. ##### Paul A. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angel P., Jamestown, Ohio Jun 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Girls Wonderful ##### Angel P. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley T. Jul 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect friend group weekend We had such a fun time! The house was gorgeous and the host was perfect. He was super inviting but also gave us plenty of space to do our own thing the whole weekend. We will definitely be going back. ##### Ashley T. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles A. May 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Graduation weekend The only thing more impeccable than the house and grounds was Chuck’s hospitality. The house was immaculate and the property is beautiful. I would love to return. ##### Charles A. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### mona k. Oct 4, 2017 #### Absolutely loved our stay! Chuck made us feel very at home and comfortable! He is a very humble person and gets along with everyone! Thank you for a good stay! ##### mona k. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brittany J. Oct 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very beautiful property Host was very polite and helpful, place was beautiful and my company really enjoyed themselves. I will be returning when I come back in town . Overall 10/10 ##### Brittany J. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff E. Apr 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Home run Chuck has made his home a destination. It's like a museum of fun. He was also very accommodating, helpful, and gracious. You want to come to Wiseacre! ##### Jeff E. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katrina P. Sep 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Anniversary Weekend Getaway & Party Stunning views of the lake. Spacious grand living room, perfect for entertaining. State of the art large kitchen for preparation and enjoyment. Two comfortable bedrooms with a jack and Jill bathroom. And an amazing host - Chuck took care of every need and concern, he helped me coordinate which took less stress off of me. ##### Katrina P. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew S. Feb 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect space for gatherings I hosted a small photo meetup at Wiseacre and it was the perfect space for it! The owner is fantastic and flexible to your needs. The decor is so unique and fun and the view of the lake is lovely. I loved using the hot tub as well! Thanks Chuck! I would definitely recommend to anyone needing a space that can fit a group of people, or if you just need a getaway! ##### Matthew S. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natalie C. Jun 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Stay for our Bachelorette Weekend All 10 of us ladies stayed at Chuck's property for a long weekend full of lounging, traveling downtown and to the beach. Chuck gave us fantastic recommendations and perfect communication as well as an appropriate amount of privacy and alone time. Great place to bring all your friends together. Lots of outdoor space to be together as well as a big living room and kitchen which we enjoyed. Charlotte, Chucks sweet little queen was an added bonus. ##### Natalie C. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott S. Aug 4, 2016 #### Fabulous You guys. This place and its owner are just so splendid. My mother-in-law and I recently stayed 4 nights and couldn't have had a more lovely time. Chuck was so welcoming, informative, and respectful of our space and privacy that it made our vacation to Virginia Beach extremely special. I hope to return in the future. ##### Scott S. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly R. Jun 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend getaway for Point Break Music Festival Where do I begin? Chuck. The one and only. He’s a delightful host, and I think I could have spent days talking to him about his estate, being surrounded by so many of my favorite things there, however, we were occupied by the festivities down on the beach most of our time- so i mostly saw him in the mornings and Charlotte, love her. My son slept in the main room and his first remark was “I have the best seat in the whole house” and he’s not wrong! The view from there is just spectacular. I also napped in various sleeping spaces and they’re all lovely and comfortable, I have back problems and I slept fabulously. The kitchen is exquisite and there’s always coffee waiting in the morning, thank you Chuck. I mean, I feel like every room could have an entire essay written about it. Even the grounds outside have their own story. I definitely enjoyed the swing hung up in a big tree out back with a great view of the lake, made me feel like a kid again. We all had a blast at the Point Break Music Festival, and chillin at the beach- but it felt so good to come rest at Chuck’s lovely home, I wish the weekend was longer!!!I hope to come for a longer visit at Wiseacre ##### Kelly R. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liz D. Jul 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Stay! The owner of the property, Chuck, is a wonderful and gracious host. He gave us a full tour and described the very cool history of Wiseacre. He accepted our two med-large dogs who loved to run across the vast yard and tested out the lake. We immediately felt right at home and enjoyed the use of the house. Chuck is super relaxed and generous with the use of his home. And those views - wow! We highly recommend staying at Wiseacre! ##### Liz D. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Douglas B. Jun 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 10 year anniversary Chuck was a great host! He welcomed us with open arms into his beautiful home. On site you have everything you need, space, hot tub, privacy, lake views, nature, and close proximity to just about anything. The location is very centrally located to Norfolk, VA Beach, Cape Charles, and Hampton. Wiseacres provided us with the most comfortable place to site see, relax on the lake or take a 5 min drive to low key peaceful beaches. I recommend this place to anyone and I hope to return again someday. Thanks for everything Chuck! ##### Douglas B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### April P. Dec 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mid Century Murder Mystery Dinner party You read that correctly. Chuck opened his amazing home so we could host a Murder Mystery Dinner party and it was amazing. From personal greetings to a full house tour in advance so no detail would be missed. Cocktails, Dinner and a murder! Then a relaxing by the campfire. We did not stay overnight but were so happy to enjoy this wonderful home for time we were there. ##### April P. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debra S. Aug 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Reconnecting We came to visit our son who just returned from deployment and his family. We just hung out mostly at the house. There was plenty of room for our little ones to play and run around. I wouldn’t say it’s the most young child friendly with all the pretties and niceties all around. Our toddlers understand don’t touch so we were fine. Beautiful property and location on the lake. Chuck was great, and we hardly saw him. Interesting guy to talk to. He always had coffee ready in the mornings. Charlotte is a sweetheart and loved by all of us. ##### Debra S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janelle F. Jun 24, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### BACH Party takes on WISEACRE Chuck and Charlotte were absolutely amazing. So thankful for the relationship we created with them. We came here for my bachelorette weekend and honestly could not have been more perfect for the group of girls we had! Location was amazing. The house itself was everything that was described and seen in the photos! Thank you, Chuck for allowing us girls to stay at your home and enjoy such a wonderful weekend! 10 out of 10 would recommend! Please keep in mind when booking this VRBO that it is very close to the airport, so a lot of jet noise! But did not bother us one bit. If you are looking for places near the area to visit, definitely make it to the beach, we personally went to Chesapeake Beach! and take a trip to the blue cow for some ice cream! If you’re looking for a night out, back deck is a wonderful spot to go, not too far from the Vrbo. lastly, wanted to talk about Chuck and Charlotte. They were both so welcoming. And assisted in anyway Chuck possibly could. Gave us plenty of good recommendations to go for dinner! ##### Janelle F. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lee S. May 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unique Frank Lloyd Wright inspired home with 1960’s vibe My family of 6 adults and two children was in town to visit my mother in law. This was one of the most unique and interesting VRBOs we have ever stayed in. The host who resides in the property with his dog Charlotte has restored the home to its 1960’s heyday with modern upgrades of the kitchen and bathrooms. It is a museum of 1960’s pop culture and an eclectic collection of art with an emphasis on giraffes.while we ate take out, the kitchen has high end appliances and is well equipped for cooking. The dining room table easily seats 8 and is beautiful. The term Great room doesn’t do justice to the expansive living space anchored by a S shaped red leather couch surrounded by other mid century modern chairs and chaises. There is a cozy speak easy type bar areas and a screened in porch with hot tub. The two bedrooms are small but adequate with comfortable beds and shared full bath which has obviously been updated. The host was like a museum curator who passionately talked about the house and decor and then vanished to his rooms to allow us to enjoy the museum after hours. imagine the parties that occurred here. The home, situated on a large lakefront lot has views that are awe inspiring including watching the planes take off and land at the Norfolk airport. Don’t let the fact that this is a 2 BR with 1 and 1/2 baths deter you from renting this house for up to 12. There are lots of options for sleeping in the great room. We are still talking about it. ##### Lee S. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deanie S. Mar 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing ##### Deanie S. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alicia J. Jul 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely time by the water We had a great time at the property. Chuck was an amazing host and gave terrific recommendations for the area (including a traffic free way to get to Virginia Beach). He was accommodating and a pleasant host. ##### Alicia J. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brendan K. May 7, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Words cannot do it justice Looking for a place to host an important event is inherently stressful and time consuming. UNTIL you find Chuck Taylor’s home at Wiseacre and just simply, reach out. Not only was Chuck responsive, welcoming and dialed in as a host, his home is such an amazing experience for any gathering. I can’t thank him enough for his hospitality and generosity. If you need a spot in Hampton Roads, quit searching just let him know. I’m trying to figure out a reason to host any other event because it was freaking phenomenal. If you’re still reading my review you’re wasting precious time, book with Chuck right now. Chuck, thank you again for everything. Thankfully and respectfully, -BK ##### Brendan K. 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