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, 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.
Why Guests Love It:
âą Adults-only, peaceful atmosphere
âą Hotel-quality cleanliness (no extra cleaning fees!)
âą Cozy, calm decorÂ
âą Private outdoor spacesâincluding a hot tub and fire pit
âą Walkable to restaurants, coffee, shops, museums & events
Designed for two adults, the cottage offers an open, comfortable layout with attention to detail throughout.
Master Bedroom & Bathroom
âą King bed with memory foam mattress
âą Brand new shower, washer/dryer, complimentary toiletries & detergent
Living & Dining
âą 55â Smart TV (Netflix & Prime included)
âą Electric fireplace
âą Dining table for meals, games, or remote work
âą Board games provided
Kitchen
âą Fully equipped with new appliances
âą Stocked coffee bar
âąÂ Basic cooking essentials
OUTDOOR LIVING
Step outside and youâll find one of the cottageâs most loved features: a butterfly garden, bird feeders, and private backyard retreat.
âą Two large decks, hammock and picnic table
âą 5-person hot tub
âą Solo Stove fire pitÂ
âą 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 Mathewsâ historic districtâperfect for morning coffee or an evening wind-down. The Saturday dollar book store is located across the street!Â
LOCATION: All these spaces within walking distance:
âą 10 restaurants (including local favorites & fast food options)
âą Bean Spot Coffee
âą Art galleries, boutiques & thrifting
âą Grocery store & ABC store
âą Library & Visitor Center
âą 4 historic museums/sites
âą Put-In Creek Landing & kayak launch
âą Farmers Market (Saturdays, AprilâOctober)
âą Festivals, live music & events on select weekends
âą The beloved Saturday Dollar Book Storeâdirectly across the street
On some weekends, you may even hear live music drifting up Main Street from the Arts Center or Visitor Center.
Our Hosting Style
We love hosting and take pride in creating a space that feels thoughtful, clean, and genuinely relaxing. Weâre local, responsive, and happy to share recommendationsâor give you total privacy if thatâs what you prefer. During the summer months, we may message you to let you know that we are coming by to water the outdoor plants.