Title: Adorable Holiday Cottage, Couples Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=94720435&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Adorable Holiday Cottage, Couples Retreat Holiday home in Mathews with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Adorable Holiday Cottage, Couples Retreat ![Exterior - Adorable Holiday Cottage, Couples Retreat (Mathews)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94730000/94720500/94720435/896cc387.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Adorable Holiday Cottage, Couples Retreat (Mathews)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94730000/94720500/94720435/87448ea7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets - Adorable Holiday Cottage, Couples Retreat (Mathews)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94730000/94720500/94720435/21917e54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace - Adorable Holiday Cottage, Couples Retreat (Mathews)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94730000/94720500/94720435/c2a00dd9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Adorable Holiday Cottage, Couples Retreat (Mathews)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94730000/94720500/94720435/8289010d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of downtown Mathews, Sugartoad Cottage offers a homey retreat for couples and solo travelers. With a cozy living room featuring Hulu Live TV and Netflix, spacious bathroom with brand new washer/dryer, and fully-equipped kitchen with retro fridge, you'll feel right at home. Unwind on the inviting front porch or back deck patio surrounded by yard games and string lights. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen ## 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. ### Adorable Holiday Cottage, Couples Retreat Welcome to Sugartoad Cottage, the perfect couples retreat nestled in the heart of Mathews Main Street. The cottage now has a new private hot tub deck for guests! Stay in the heart of downtown, but still feel tucked away with privacy. We love hosting and our goal is to create an Airbnb that has hotel-quality amenities. Your room rate is the rate; no extra cleaning fees here! The Home The bedroom features: a king sized bed with a memory foam mattress, thick comforter, and microfiber white sheets. Attached to the bedroom is a large bathroom with brand new washer/dryer, shower and appliances. The large barn door to the bedroom opens to the living room giving an open concept feel to the space. Spacious living areas include a living room with a 55" smart TV, (Netflix & Prime provided) and an electric fireplace conjoined with a dining room table for meals, working from home, or board game nights - games are provided! The kitchen is fully equipped with brand new appliances including: a retro fridge, large farmhouse sink, small oven and stove toaster, microwave, kettle, single beverage blender and other kitchen essentials we provie a Keurig and French press, coffee grounds, K-cups with Starbucks coffee, teas and hot cocoa, plus sugar, and cream in the fridge. Outdoor Space One of the highlights of our property is the spacious backyard. Unwind surrounded by tropical plants, flowers overflowing from the window boxes and numerous outdoor seating areas. A hammock, 2 large decks - one with privacy walls and a brand new 5 seater hot tub - a picnic table and stumps around the Solo-stove fire pit give you plenty of options to enjoy the evenings. We provide wood and starters for the fire pit. A privacy fence ties in the atmosphere to give you privacy from surrounding businesses. The charm continues as you sit and relax on the rocking chairs on the front porch, where you can sit and sip your morning coffee with views of the historic district, a mural, the library and Saturday’s “dollar book store” traffic. On a lucky weekend you might hear music up the street playing at the visitor center or Arts Center. Guest access Explore the vibrant community surrounding our cottage. These attractions can be found within walking distance from cottage! • 10 walkable restaurants (includes 3 fast foods options) • The Bean Spot Coffee Shop • 4 historic museums/sites • Art galleries, boutique shops & thrifting • Grocery store & Liquor Store • Library & Visitor Center • Farmers Market (Saturdays, Apr-Oct) • The dollar book store (Saturdays) is directly across the street! • Historic Courthouse • Put-in Creek Landing & Kayak launch • Festivals and events some weekends • 4 walkable places of worship Other things to note We are located on a quiet commercial side street right off Main Street. Our neighbors are the Library, Visitor Center, garage, a grocery store and small businesses. Traffic noise is a minimum except for occasional light traffic noise down the street. A privacy fence separates the property from a grocery store blocking views and most noise, but still gives you easy access to grab some quick groceries. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Outdoor areas - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a village - In the city centre ### 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 - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 700 square feet ## Similar properties ![Sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114920000/114912100/114912091/f205005a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 2-bedroom house with AC, WiFi in Mathews County Virginia North - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=114912091&PinnedHotelID=114912091&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75230000/75221300/75221296/d7eebae3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy cottage on the Chesapeake Bay Hallieford - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 50 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=75221296&PinnedHotelID=75221296&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94960000/94954900/94954859/4d0d698e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 15 Mi to Gloucester: Waterfront Mathews Home! 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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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 ### Property is also known as 525044 ## 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%7C37.43378%2C-76.32011&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=j4s7LwubcxcyjEeBRJjQVx7yv1I=) Mathews, VA #### What's nearby - Gwynn's Island Musuem \- 11 min drive \- 9.1 miles - Bethel Beach Natural Area Preserve \- 14 min drive \- 7.4 miles - Bethel Beach \- 15 min drive \- 7.6 miles - Riverside Walter Reed Hospital \- 22 min drive \- 20.9 miles - Deltaville Marina \- 27 min drive \- 24.2 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Hole In The Wall - ‬8 min drive - ‪Howard-Dooley Cafe - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Hatchery Culture - ‬10 min drive - ‪Seafood Shack - ‬14 min walk - ‪Hardee's - ‬5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Adorable Holiday Cottage, Couples Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Adorable Holiday Cottage, Couples Retreat? ### What time is check-in at Adorable Holiday Cottage, Couples Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Adorable Holiday Cottage, Couples Retreat? ### Where is Adorable Holiday Cottage, Couples Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Adorable Holiday Cottage, Couples Retreat 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 18 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shane K. 11 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The best couples cottage We love staying here and keep coming back. So comfy and relaxing with the perfect front porch, hot tub, fire pit and a short walk to Main Street. Great restaurants/ bars, cute shops and Will and Emily are amazing hosts. ##### Shane K. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kelly b. 30 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing and peaceful stay! Such a calming atmosphere, super clean, nice to take an evening walk downtown! Loved Gaven beach nearby as well as easy drives to Yorktown and Williamsburg! ##### kelly b. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane G. 27 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfy cosy right downtown We had a SUPER visit. All our needs met. Really cozy cottage and hot tub MADE the stay! We will definitely go again. ##### Jane G. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### bob l. 23 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just right for a get away for two! A lovely cottage with everything we needed to be comfortable for a short get away. A good location for antiques shopping and small local museums. Excellent bed and linens. We will recommend. ##### bob l. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Montell W. 26 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Gem in Matthews The cottage is as advertised, and maybe more. We enjoyed our stay immensely. The cottage is beautifully decorated down to the last detail. The home is clean and neat from front to back. The location is fantastic with many things to do within walking distance. The hosts are super and responsive. If you're looking for a relaxing getaway you should consider booking here today ##### Montell W. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsey R. 14 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect weekend This cottage is so amazing! We didn't have to drive anywhere except the beach and enjoyed walking around the little town of Mathews. The farmers market and bookstore on Saturday was an extra treat! The cleanliness and decor of the cottage was perfection and it felt like home for the weekend. Perfect quiet spot for a slow weekend away! ##### Lindsey R. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer M. 6 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Little Cottage From the moment we stepped into the cottage, we felt at home. Every little attention to detail was nothing short of perfection! I was also comforted to know my family knew this family. There is nothing like a small town. I will definitely return! ##### Jennifer M. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer S. 12 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming This adorable charming cottage was such a great place to stay. It exceeded our expectations. The flowers and greenery made it seem like you were in a tropical oasis. The place was so cozy and was perfect for the two of us. The front porch rockers were great for enjoying our morning coffee. The back deck was nice to sit and relax. The hot tub was in and not yet ready but is going to be a great addition. Emily & Will have made this place so enjoyable. I highly recommend.. ##### Jennifer S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather D. 7 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This cottage is absolutely gorgeous and the owners thought of everything. Every little detail is perfect! Emily is super sweet. The town is cute and it’s a great place to relax! ##### Heather D. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Milton N. 6 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family reunion Enjoyed the short stay at this lovely place and hope to repeat sometime in the years to come ##### Milton N. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lacey H. 17 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful weekend! Will and Emily have a beautiful cottage that was just perfect for a weekend away. Hope to return soon! ##### Lacey H. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Theresa D. 5 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### weekend getaway Wonderful hosts, an immense amount of love, time and effort put into the property was felt! Thank you! ##### Theresa D. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lacey H. 5 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great weekend getaway Will & Emily are the best hosts! Enjoyed another great weekend at Sugartoad Cottage. We will be back. :) ##### Lacey H. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gail M. 11 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This cottage was so adorable. I felt welcome as soon as i parked. Entering the home was like a breath of fresh air. Plants everywhere made it feel like home. The furnishings and decor were over the top making it feel so inviting. The outside was just as wonderful with a picnic table and hot tub and a very unique drop down bar area. Personal touches were everywhere, Water by the bedside, fresh water in the fridge along with milk for coffee. Fresh baked macaroons too! Everything you need for a comfortable stay. And all within easy walking distance to main street shops and restaurants. I fell in love with the Sugartoad Cottage and look forward to a return visit. Thanks Emily and Will! ![Back deck bar, such a unique idea!](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5bcf4bf3-e64e-4ed7-b8ec-e3d4ffb3e551-1754928538542.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Love the chair, so comfy and perfect spot in the sun for morning coffee.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/481c9c4c-977a-44f7-972d-fb133c4a0c1f-1754928539100.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Side deck with picnic table. Cozy spot for outside dining.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a23c16ec-0205-43d7-ae6e-18e40cff463c-1754928539102.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![ Very nice clean hot tub.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/8ed9b756-f662-4be7-9b23-c8fa17676c77-1754928538613.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Gail M. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth L. 8 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous Beautiful little cottage right off Main Street in quaint, lively, very walkable Matthews with good restaurants. Hosts have anticipated all needs down to personal as well as tasty treat flourishes. Make sure to go at least on Friday to be there for the Saturday farmers market. ##### Elizabeth L. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Timothy G. 13 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hidden Gem in Mathews My wife and I have done a getaway every year for our wedding anniversary. This makes 22 years. Sugartoad Cottage immediately has vaulted to our top three locations! The accommodations are not only gorgeous and clean, but Will and Emily’s attention to every detail is amazing! We would have extended our stay as soon as we walked in the door, but someone had already booked behind us! ##### Timothy G. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin W. 10 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Erin W. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025