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Marina
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 479 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

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Weems, VA
  • Historic Christ Church
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Compass Entertainment Complex
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Golden Eagle Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About this property

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

The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek

Relax and get away....
This rustic cottage on Carters Creek is ideal for a quiet escape from the hustle and bustle. For an individual guest, a couple, a couple of friends or a small family, this is just the right space to decompress.

The Crab Shack is right at the water's edge and its cozy bedroom, dining area, galley kitchen and living room all face the water.

The Crab Shack earns its name honestly...it was originally a seafood processing facility where fishermen brought and sold their catch. The outside of the building is all metal and the inside is a mix of painted and exposed wood, with a striking floor-to-ceiling oyster shell fireplace. Usually guests congregate outside on the patio or dock, but if it's rainy, the porch or indoors is where to be, to enjoy the sound of rain drops on the tin roof.

The Crab Shack is within a ten minute drive of the quaint towns of Irvington, Kilmarnock and White Stone with a variety of shops and restaurants.

There are two cruiser bikes ready to ride along the quiet country neighborhood.

There is one 14' sea kayak stored on the dock for our guests use. It is stored on the dock with a set of KayaArms that allow stable entry and exit from a ladder. Some guests have brought their own small personal watercraft...you can paddle to the Tides Inn faster than you can drive there!

There is also a set of stairs for easy access to in and out of the water for you and your dog. If you plan to get in the water, be sure to bring river shoes! The oyster shells and barnacles are abundant and WILL cut bare feet.

Dogs are welcome for a small fee.

If you've stayed here before, new owners made improvements during the winter of '21-'22! We hope you'll join us!

Update 1/23/24:
Both of our neighbors (one on each side) will be building homes beginning '24 with anticipated completion by fall of 2025. Given The Crab Shack's location so close to the water and being down the slope from the road, we don't expect the residential construction activity to detract from a peaceful vacation, however some occasional construction related noise should be anticipated.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Historic Christ Church. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, fireplace and patio
  • Free WiFi
  • 6 minutes by car from Historic Christ Church and 6 minutes from Compass Entertainment Complex
The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Weems cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 850 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: we do not allow cats. neighbor's dog is friendly.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: water access and dock are not child friendly

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek Private vacation home Weems

The Crab Shack on Carter's Creek Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kym Brannock R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our ABSOLUTE fav VRBO for a couples ...plus dog getaway! Perfect for us since we love visiting Kilmarnock, Irvington and White Stone restaurants etc. Nice set up...extremely quiet and right on the water. Comfortable furniture, linens, w and the interior is so welcoming and beautifully done...the total package!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was excellent, communication, check in, amenities etc!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot! Fishing was great! Will go again! I can't say anything negative it was totally positive experience. We even saw dolphins
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenn S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing getaway

We had a wonderful time at the shack. Very relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous

QuietCleanExcellent communication with owner
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Hidden Gem

The reviews on this property are true…you cannot get any closer to the water without being in it!! Everything about this rental is great! Absolutely no traffic, quiet, peaceful and great food in Irvington. A real hidden gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceptional Experience

We stayed at The Crab Shack over Easter weekend and were so impressed by the property, the eve of communication with the owner, and the beautiful setting. While this is a smaller home, it is packed with amenities and is perfect for a couples’ getaway. We loved our experience & are looking forward to booking again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Total relaxation surrounded by natural beauty

The Crab Shack is magical. The rustic property has been updated in thoughtful ways to provide guests with a peaceful escape. The water and other natural surroundings allowed us to relax and reconnect with nature and each other. The quiet location is close a lot of adorable towns with good food options. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely shack by the water in pristine condition

The place was sparkling clean, the host was really gracious and helpful. The pullout couch is a really high quality brand feels like a true bed. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin D.

Liked: Cleanliness

A True Hidden Gem

This was our third stay at the crab shack, and we plan to come back forever! Of course it is clean, cozy, and quant, but mostly, there is a such a peaceful energy to the place that is hard to put into words! You cannot beat the serene feeling that you get from staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Calm on Carter’s Creek

Very clean. Kitchen had all we needed but we ate all evening meals at great local restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerry G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time at the Crab Shack

We just got back from a long weekend at the Crab Shack. We had such a great time at this lovely spot. Could not have been more comfortable or relaxing. Loved the accommodations and the location could not have been better. An added bonus was the fact that the fish were biting and the crabs were plentiful! We look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam A.

Liked: Cleanliness

It's Hard to Be Crabby at the Crab Shack

We enjoyed the beautiful waterfront views especially the spectacular sunrises. The passing boats and waterfowl entertained us all day and the dock was a great place to relax in the evening. The decor was perfect for a waterfront residence, casual but well equipped. With all the delightful views, comfortable furnishings and great activities close by, it's hard to be crabby at the "Crab Shack."
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camille S., Charlottesville, Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful and remote, yet convenient getaway

We loved staying at Carlisle's place and the location was beautiful and remote while still close to everything! Our favorite thing to do was sit outside and watch the boats go by. So peaceful. Carlisle was also the most responsive host we've ever had, which I think is a huge plus. FYI: We didn't have phone service while at the Shack (we use Mint Mobile), so I would make plans to prepare for that in case it could be an issue. For the most part, it was a welcome escape from the daily grind of technology and always having to be connected.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Celebrating 39 year

This property is everything we hoped for. The view is stunning just down Carters Creek from the Tides Inn so the boat traffic is constant. The Crab Shack is so cute with breathtaking views out of every window. The host is great to work with and she made every bit of our stay a pleasure. We cannot wait to go back and that includes our 11 lbs dachshund who loved laying on the pier enjoying the beautiful afternoon breeze.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faith W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved the water!!

The stay was wonderful. Beautiful water, house, and amazing restaurants!! Wish it had a king size bed lol !!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Earle W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Crab Shack

Staying at the Crab Shack was wonderful. It is so beautiful, simple and peaceful. Carlisle has thought of everything and was so helpful. We loved our daily excursions but loved coming "home" to the Shack. A reminder to pause and slow down! Simple but Significant....
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place!

What a unique property! The Crab Shack was as advertised. It had everything you need for a relaxing get-a-way and it is right on the water. Very relaxing environment. The owner was great to work with. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivier R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic location

Charming and quaint, well appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Always a Pleasure!

We come down to the Neck regularly and love staying at the Shack; Carlisle is always proactive in making sure we have everything we need. It’s just the right size for a nice retreat and ideally located near all of the great things to do and places to eat. And you can’t beat the view! We’ll be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

We had a great time! The views are great and the host was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Will S., Ponte Vedra, FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome location.

The Crab Shack is perfectly located near the "triangle" of White Stone, Irvington and Kilmarnock. The fireplace is great and everything you need for a comfortable stay is provided. It is a unique property and well worth the drive from FL.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lu Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxation at it's best!

This little cottage packs a huge punch! Beautiful sunrises over Carters Creek, comfortable furnishings, convenient to shops and restaurants. The gas fireplace was nice in the evenings, along with our music played through the bluetooth speaker. We never even watched TV!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betty S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Crab shack

This is the most amazing place! Clean and has everything for a relaxing stay! So beautiful!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Blissful

Great host and amazing stay over the long holiday weekend. We couldn't have been happier :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023