Laid-Back Lakeside Getaway, 500+ Reviews

Room in Norfolk, Virginia

  1. 2 bedrooms
  2. 7 beds
  3. Dedicated bathroom
Stay with Chuck
  1. Superhost
  2. 11 years hosting

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Room in a home

Your own room in a home, plus access to shared spaces.
Welcome to Coastal Virginia's Wiseacre Estate! Tranquility & whimsy in a 4,000sf Mid-Century Modern home on Lake Whitehurst. Enjoy privacy on 3 landscaped acres with 2 guest bedrooms, jack & jill bath, gourmet kitchen, all-season porch w/hot tub, off-street parking, 2 patios. Ask about options for larger groups. 15 minutes to Oceanfront. Chill Superhost. PLEASE READ: THIS IS A HOME-SHARE; I live in the home. Check out our 500+ 5-star reviews. NO CLEANING FEE!

The space
Welcome to Wiseacre Estate, a sprawling Coastal Virginia retreat reminiscent of 1950s Las Vegas.

This whimsical 4,000sf Mid-Century Modern pad offers a relaxing escape from the rat race... featuring 2 guest bedrooms & en-suite bath, a cavernous 800sf 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).

I APOLOGIZE FOR TYPING IN CAPS, BUT MANY POTENTIAL GUESTS SEEM TO MISS THE FOLLOWING FUNDAMENTAL FACT ABOUT STAYING AT WISEACRE: THIS IS A HOME SHARE. This means your Superhost lives on the property. I am typically in my office, allowing you access to all spaces. Think of it as having a butler on call. Please see our 500+ five-star reviews to see why guests keep coming back.

I'M GOING TO REPEAT THAT...
> Please note: THIS IS A HOME SHARE. THAT MEANS I LIVE HERE. IN THIS HOUSE. I WILL BE PRESENT DURING YOUR STAY. BECAUSE I LIVE HERE.

> NO VISITORS OTHER THAN THOSE BOOKED OVERNIGHT, UNLESS PREVIOUSLY DISCUSSED.

> NO EVENTS. NO WEDDINGS. NO EVENTS. NO WEDDINGS. I DO NOT ALLOW EVENTS. NOR WEDDINGS.

> No cleaning fee!
> 2 private bedrooms with queen beds (one with smart TV). They share an updated jack & jill bath w/step-in shower. Additional sleeping options available in the Great Room for large families and groups.
> 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.
> Safe haven for furries... all welcome at Wiseacre.

> LOCATION
Virginia Beach Oceanfront: 15-minute drive.
Chesapeake Bay: 5 minutes.
Richmond: 90 minutes.
Washington, DC: 3 hours.

PLEASE NOTE
> NO VISITORS other than those booked overnight, unless discussed before arrival.
> Sorry, Wiseacre no longer allows pets (too many howling dogs with social anxiety).

> THIS IS MY HOME AND I LIVE HERE. I WILL BE PRESENT IN MY HOME DURING YOUR STAY. YOU ARE WELCOME TO ENJOY ALL SPACES... WHILE I SPEND THE VAST MAJORITY OF MY TIME IN MY OFFICE, IN THE BACKGROUND... I LIKE TO DESCRIBE IT AS HAVING A BUTLER ON CALL.
> NO EVENTS. NO WEDDINGS. NO EVENTS. NO WEDDINGS. I DO NOT ALLOW EVENTS. NOR WEDDINGS.
> THIS IS A HOME SHARE. THAT MEANS THAT I LIVE IN THIS HOUSE. YES, I LIVE HERE.

Guest access
Guests are invited to enjoy all public spaces across the 4,000 sf property: 800 sf Great Room, gourmet kitchen, dining room, 1.5 baths, and porch with hot tub. "My house is your home."

Outdoors: 3 private acres on Lake Whitehurst, freshwater fishing, terraces & patio, outdoor seating & an opportunity to EXHALE...

> THIS IS MY HOME AND I LIVE HERE. I WILL BE PRESENT IN MY HOME DURING YOUR STAY. YOU ARE WELCOME TO ENJOY ALL SPACES... 2 PRIVATE BEDROOMS AND FULL BATH, 800SF GREAT ROOM, KITCHEN, PORCH, HOT TUB AND OUTDOOR PATIOS... WHILE I SPEND THE VAST MAJORITY OF MY TIME IN MY OFFICE, IN THE BACKGROUND... I LIKE TO DESCRIBE IT AS HAVING A BUTLER ON CALL.
> NO VISITORS OTHER THAN THOSE BOOKED OVERNIGHT, UNLESS PREVIOUSLY DISCUSSED.
> NO EVENTS. NO WEDDINGS. NO EVENTS. NO WEDDINGS. I DO NOT ALLOW EVENTS. NOR WEDDINGS.
> DID YOU HAPPEN TO READ ABOVE THAT THIS IS A HOME SHARE? THAT MEANS THAT I LIVE IN THIS HOUSE. I LOVE SHARING MY HOME WITH AIRBNB GUESTS, BUT I AM HOME. DURING YOUR STAY. BECAUSE I LIVE HERE.

During your stay
Your host Chuck is a 62yo gay guy who spent 20 years in NYC as a music journalist. I grew up in Virginia, so believe I offer a balance of affable and urban.

Airbnb pioneered the "sharing economy" and this is my home, thus I'm present during your stay. I'll show you around, help you get settled... then give you privacy. Please scroll through our 500+ reviews to see what other guests say!

> THIS IS MY HOME AND I LIVE HERE. I WILL BE PRESENT IN MY HOME DURING YOUR STAY. YOU ARE WELCOME TO ENJOY ALL SPACES... 2 PRIVATE BEDROOMS AND FULL BATH, 800SF GREAT ROOM, KITCHEN, PORCH, HOT TUB AND OUTDOOR PATIOS... WHILE I SPEND THE VAST MAJORITY OF MY TIME IN MY OFFICE, IN THE BACKGROUND... I LIKE TO DESCRIBE IT AS HAVING A BUTLER ON CALL.
> NO VISITORS OTHER THAN THOSE BOOKED OVERNIGHT, UNLESS PREVIOUSLY DISCUSSED.
> NO EVENTS. NO WEDDINGS. NO EVENTS. NO WEDDINGS. I DO NOT ALLOW EVENTS. NOR WEDDINGS.
> DID YOU HAPPEN TO READ ABOVE THAT THIS IS A HOME SHARE? THAT MEANS THAT I LIVE IN THIS HOUSE. I LOVE SHARING MY HOME WITH AIRBNB GUESTS, BUT I AM HOME. DURING YOUR STAY. BECAUSE I LIVE HERE.

Other things to note
> Local restaurants, taverns, groceries, shopping are minutes away. The Wiseacre "Guidebook" is packed with suggestions.
> Free high-speed Internet.
> Keyless entry, with personalized code.
> Smoking & vaping allowed outdoors.
> Towels & Linens provided. Shampoo, conditioner, blow dryer, bidet, iron.
> Parking: Private driveway with safe off-street parking.
> Ten years of Superhost experience, 500+ reviews.
> Minutes from I-64, Bay Bridge Tunnel, East Little Creek Naval Base, Ocean View, Norfolk Premium Outlets and IKEA. Norfolk Int'l Airport is 5 minutes away. Uber/Lyft serve the region. Rental cars at the airport.
> Sweet 9yo Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Charlotte is your co-host. She spends 99% of her time with me in the office, and will grant you privacy—or indulge belly rubs.

INSTA-RECAP
BEDROOM 1: queen bed, smart TV, Alexa, closet, dresser
BEDROOM 2: queen bed, work desk, Alexa, closet, dresser
PRIVATE BATHROOM: Full bath between bedrooms, towels, blow dryer, shampoo/conditioner, bidet, all necessities
LIVING AREA: 800 sf great room overlooking Lake Whitehurst, half bath
DINING ROOM seating for 8+

KITCHEN: Use of gas convection range, microwave, 22 cu.ft. fridge/freezer with ice & filtered water, coffeemaker/Keurig; toaster, blender, gas grill, dishes/glassware, pots/pans, utensils, cutlery, recycling, smart TV...

> There must be an adult 21+ as part of your group unless previously discussed.
> No one other than paying guests in the home without previous authorization.
> Wiseacre can accommodate up to 14 overnight. Please discuss with your host.
* Record Player & Vintage Vinyl, CD Player
* Filtered Water/Ice
* Wifi
* Keyless Entry
* Free Off-Street Parking
* 420-friendly property
* "Open arms policy." All are welcome at Wiseacre!

> THIS IS MY HOME AND I LIVE HERE. I WILL BE PRESENT IN MY HOME DURING YOUR STAY. YOU ARE WELCOME TO ENJOY ALL SPACES... 2 PRIVATE BEDROOMS AND FULL BATH, 800SF GREAT ROOM, KITCHEN, PORCH, HOT TUB AND OUTDOOR PATIOS... WHILE I SPEND THE VAST MAJORITY OF MY TIME IN MY OFFICE, IN THE BACKGROUND... I LIKE TO DESCRIBE IT AS HAVING A BUTLER ON CALL.
> NO VISITORS OTHER THAN THOSE BOOKED OVERNIGHT, UNLESS PREVIOUSLY DISCUSSED.
> NO EVENTS. NO WEDDINGS. NO EVENTS. NO WEDDINGS. I DO NOT ALLOW EVENTS. NOR WEDDINGS.
> DID YOU HAPPEN TO READ ABOVE THAT THIS IS A HOME SHARE? THAT MEANS THAT I LIVE IN THIS HOUSE. I LOVE SHARING MY HOME WITH AIRBNB GUESTS, BUT I AM HOME. DURING YOUR STAY. BECAUSE I LIVE HERE.

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What this place offers

Lock on bedroom door
Garden view
Lake view
Shared beach access
Kitchen

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Rated 4.96 out of 5 from 524 reviews.

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Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 97% of reviews
  2. 4 stars, 3% of reviews
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Norfolk, Virginia, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

> Located on the border of Norfolk & Virginia Beach and adjacent to Little Creek Norfolk Naval Base, minutes from Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel, I-64, 460, Shore Drive (Route 60) and Norfolk International Airport
> Within a mile are a bounty of local restaurants of all cuisines, including "daily catch" seafood from the Atlantic Ocean and Chesapeake Bay, taverns, breakfast diners, outdoor eateries, scenic dining and locally owned coffee bars
> Parks, hiking, trails, horseback riding, kayaks, deep sea fishing all available in nearby Virginia Beach
> Every supermarket you can imagine, within 10-15 minutes, including Wegmans, Kroger, Lidl, Aldi, Walmart and Fresh Food Market
> Churches, gas, wine & liquor, conveniences all within 5 minutes
> Norfolk Premium Outlets and IKEA are 10 minutes from home
> Wiseacre is 5 minutes from Chesapeake Bay and Norfolk Botanical Garden; Virginia Beach oceanfront is an easy 15-minute drive. Downtown Norfolk and hip Ghent are 12 minutes away on I-64
> For a day trip, Williamsburg and Busch Gardens are an hour’s drive.

Meet your host

Superhost
525 reviews
4.96 out of 5 average rating
11 years of hosting
My work: Journalist Billboard
Fun fact: Career as a NYC Billboard music writer
I spend too much time: Planting flowering bulbs by the dozens
For guests, I always: provide a tour of my 1962 MidCentury pad
What makes my home unique: MidCentury Modern architecture & art
GREETINGS! I've been sharing my MidCentury Modern home since 2014, and I love the pioneering spirit of Airbnb guests! As a Superhost, I hope my house will feel like your home during your stay, and that you'll create tons of new memories here at Wiseacre. I worked as a professional journalist for more than three decades, in both DC and NYC. I'm a friendly, conversational, open-minded gay guy enjoying life on the lake. Hope to see you soon! =Chuck=

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 2:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
15 guests maximum
Safety & property
Nearby lake, river, other body of water
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm