Garden Cottage in Downtown Mathews
Entire home in Mathews, Virginia
- 2 guests
- 1 bedroom
- 1 bed
- 1 bath
Hosted by Emily
- Superhost
- 4 years hosting
Listing highlights
Top 1% of homes
This home is one of the highest ranked based on ratings, reviews, and reliability.
In downtown Mathews on Main Street
Walkable to restaurants, shops, galleries, and a Saturday farmers market right on Main Street
Private backyard built for unwinding
A private hot tub, fire pit, two decks, a hammock, and a fenced backyard with a butterfly garden
Thoughtful touches throughout
Guests call it one of their favorite stays, praising the thoughtful details and cozy, plant-filled decor
Wake up surrounded by greenery, sip coffee on a quiet porch, and unwind in the hot tub after a day exploring coastal Virginia. Sugartoad Cottage is a calm, plant-filled retreat designed for couples who want comfort, privacy, and walkable access to the best of small-town Chesapeake Bay life.
Though located on Mathews Main Street, the cottage feels surprisingly secluded, with gardens, multiple decks, and thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces that make it easy to slow down.
The space
Why Guests Love It:
• Adults-only, peaceful atmosphere
• Hotel-quality cleanliness (no extra cleaning fees!)
• Cozy, calm decor
• Private outdoor spaces—including a hot tub and fire pit
• Walkable to restaurants, coffee, shops, museums & events
THE SPACE
Designed for two adults, the cottage offers an open, comfortable layout with attention to detail throughout.
Master Bedroom & Bathroom:
• King bed with memory foam mattress
• Brand new shower, washer/dryer, complimentary toiletries & detergent
Living & Dining:
• 55” Smart TV (Netflix & Prime included), can swing from wall to view from the bed
• Electric fireplace
• Dining table for meals, games, or remote work
• Board games provided
Kitchen:
• Fully equipped with new appliances
• Stocked coffee bar
• Basic cooking essentials
OUTDOOR LIVING
Step outside and you’ll find one of the cottage’s most loved features: a butterfly garden and overflowing window boxes (seasonal), bird feeders, and private backyard retreat.
• Two large decks, hammock and picnic table
• 5-person hot tub
• Solo-stove fire pit
• Front porch rocking chairs
A privacy fence creates a quiet escape from surrounding businesses, while the front porch rocking chairs offer a charming view of Mathews’ historic district—perfect for morning coffee or an evening wind-down. The Saturday dollar book store is located across the street! My
Guest access
LOCATION: Walking distance to all these places
• 10 restaurants (including local favorites & fast food options)
• Bean Spot Coffee
• Art galleries, boutiques & thrifting
• Grocery store & ABC store
• Library & Visitor Center
• 4 historic museums/sites
• Put-In Creek Landing & kayak launch
• Farmers Market (Saturdays, April–October)
• Festivals, live music & events on select weekends
• The beloved Saturday Dollar Book Store—directly across the street
On some weekends, you may even hear live music drifting up Main Street from the Arts Center or Visitor Center.
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. 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.
Though located on Mathews Main Street, the cottage feels surprisingly secluded, with gardens, multiple decks, and thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces that make it easy to slow down.
The space
Why Guests Love It:
• Adults-only, peaceful atmosphere
• Hotel-quality cleanliness (no extra cleaning fees!)
• Cozy, calm decor
• Private outdoor spaces—including a hot tub and fire pit
• Walkable to restaurants, coffee, shops, museums & events
THE SPACE
Designed for two adults, the cottage offers an open, comfortable layout with attention to detail throughout.
Master Bedroom & Bathroom:
• King bed with memory foam mattress
• Brand new shower, washer/dryer, complimentary toiletries & detergent
Living & Dining:
• 55” Smart TV (Netflix & Prime included), can swing from wall to view from the bed
• Electric fireplace
• Dining table for meals, games, or remote work
• Board games provided
Kitchen:
• Fully equipped with new appliances
• Stocked coffee bar
• Basic cooking essentials
OUTDOOR LIVING
Step outside and you’ll find one of the cottage’s most loved features: a butterfly garden and overflowing window boxes (seasonal), bird feeders, and private backyard retreat.
• Two large decks, hammock and picnic table
• 5-person hot tub
• Solo-stove fire pit
• Front porch rocking chairs
A privacy fence creates a quiet escape from surrounding businesses, while the front porch rocking chairs offer a charming view of Mathews’ historic district—perfect for morning coffee or an evening wind-down. The Saturday dollar book store is located across the street! My
Guest access
LOCATION: Walking distance to all these places
• 10 restaurants (including local favorites & fast food options)
• Bean Spot Coffee
• Art galleries, boutiques & thrifting
• Grocery store & ABC store
• Library & Visitor Center
• 4 historic museums/sites
• Put-In Creek Landing & kayak launch
• Farmers Market (Saturdays, April–October)
• Festivals, live music & events on select weekends
• The beloved Saturday Dollar Book Store—directly across the street
On some weekends, you may even hear live music drifting up Main Street from the Arts Center or Visitor Center.
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. 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.
Where you’ll sleep
What this place offers
Kitchen
Wifi
Free parking on premises
Private hot tub - available all year, open 24 hours
TV with Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix
5 nights in Mathews
Jun 4, 2023 - Jun 9, 2023
Rated 4.99 out of 5 from 140 reviews.
Guest favorite
This home is in the top 1% of eligible listings based on ratings, reviews, and reliability
Overall rating
- 5 stars, 99% of reviews
- 4 stars, 1% of reviews
- 3 stars, 0% of reviews
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- 1 stars, 0% of reviews
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for cleanliness
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Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for value
Guests mention
Where you’ll be
Mathews
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From the host
Quiet commercial side street right off Main Street
Meet your host
Born in the 90s
Speaks English
Emily is a Superhost
Host details
Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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