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NorfolkVirginia23518US
5.0154
55Nice spot
55An awesome place to visit! Plenty of room for my pup to run and play...
55The host is very kind and accommodating. The space was great for my...
55Koa and I visited late December so it was a bit chilly. He wanted to...
55Lovely spot, perfect amount of space for a large dog to run around....
55Fantastic place for off leash! Plenty of room to play, swim and have...
55My dogs had a blast! Location is beautiful with lots of wildlife on...
55Great space! Well kept yard and plenty of space for your pup to run...
55First time visit but will definitely not be the last. Both of my...
55Great location, waterfront for swimming, table and chairs out back
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Wiseacre: Privacy, Swimming, 2 Acres, 150+ Reviews

Norfolk, Virginia
Unfenced
2 acres
4.99154 Reviews
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Sniffpass
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Hosted by Chuck T.

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Wiseacre: Privacy, Swimming, 2 Acres, 150+ Reviews

Norfolk, Virginia
Host avatar
Hosted by Chuck T.
Sniffpass
4.99154 Reviews
Top spot
Sniffpass
Unfenced
2 acres
Wiseacre: Privacy, Swimming, 2 Acres, 150+ Reviews - Norfolk, Virginia
Wiseacre: Privacy, Swimming, 2 Acres, 150+ Reviews - Norfolk, Virginia
Wiseacre: Privacy, Swimming, 2 Acres, 150+ Reviews - Norfolk, Virginia

Fencing

This spot is unfenced

Info provided by host

Note from host

Property is bordered on 3 sides by Lake Whitehurst, with a concrete bulkhead. No fencing. The street is a long (long) distance from your running area.

Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

unfenced


Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Distractions seen/heard from the spot

Other dogsNo

Other dogs

HOST REPORTS

No

Charlotte is a 9yo Cavalier King Spaniel. She remains in the house during Sniffspot visits.

GUEST FEEDBACK

4% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other domestic animalsNo

Other domestic animals

HOST REPORTS

No

You will occasionally see Canada Geese in the backyard. They are not aggressive—but keep watch for goose poop underfoot!

GUEST FEEDBACK

5% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other peopleNo

Other people

HOST REPORTS

No

Your choice: If I am home, I enjoy greeting new guests. If you prefer privacy, all good!

GUEST FEEDBACK

16% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Private entryYes

Private entry

Yes (Always)

Plenty of private parking in the driveway in front of the house. Please park beside the garage and make your way to the back yard FROM THE LEFT OF THE HOUSE. There are two brown trash cans for poop bags on the red patio in the back. Poop bags and water bowl against the house.

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Amenities

Lake or pond

Field

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Trash can

Table


Pricing
12.25 credits per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

Sniffpass holders get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!
This spot offers additional discounts.

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Location

Norfolk, Virginia

Description

WELCOME TO WISEACRE NORFOLK! It’s our one-year anniversary on Sniffspot! Two private landscaped acres for your babies to run, swim and play. Enjoy seating on the terrace, in one of our Adirondack chairs or bring a blanket and enjoy tranquil views of Lake Whitehurst and Norfolk Botanical Garden, while watching planes take off from Norfolk Airport. If your dogs are into water sports, you've found the right place: There is a sloping bulkhead that eases into the water, 2-3 feet deep at the edge. PLEASE NOTE: Humans are not allowed in the lake, per Norfolk regs. The picturesque Wiseacre Estate has been an Airbnb for 10+ years, and now is also a private, peaceful retreat for your beloved doggies. * Hose and water bowl on-premises. Please park to the side of the garage and make your way around the left of the house to backyard. Kindly bring poop bags and pick up after your dog(s) (trashcans on red patio). Thank you and ENJOY! We will work to refund or shift reservations if rain derails your reservations.

Cleanliness

100% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.

Hazards

HOST NOTE

Please review these guidelines for visiting spots with water before visiting: https://help.sniffspot.com/article/167-how-to-keep-your-dog-safe-around-pools-and-water

Water safety notice

Make sure to practice dog and human safety around water. Read more


Extras

Adult Beverage8 credits

Vodka & Soda for 21+ guests. : ) (note: available only if Sniff host is home)

Bottled Water (for humans!)2 credits

Bottled Water, either chilled or room temperature, available when host is on the premises. (For your pups, water from hose and water bowl available in the back yard, free!) (note: available only if Sniff host is home)

Soft Drinks3 credits

Diet Coke or Diet Pepsi in plastic 16-ounce bottle, Ginger Ale and Sprite, 12-ounce can (note: available only if Sniff host is home)


Host Rules

Minimum visit length
1.0 hour
Max dogs per booking
6
Is the host present?
I prefer to meet my guests on their first visits
Additional rules

** While I enjoy saying hello to guests, it is not imperative. You are welcome to let me know your preference.


Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

Booking Policies

Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

In addition, please make sure to read Sniffspot's booking policies


Booking Policies
Only one booking is allowed at a time at any spot and there is an enforced 30 min buffer between all bookings to ensure dogs in separate bookings do not meet.
This spot is set for Booking, which means you will be instantly confirmed for any booking you request. You will receive the address and access instruction immediately following booking.
Visits can be moved or cancelled up to 2 hours before a visit.
Visits can be extended and dogs can be added throughout the visit.

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This spot consistently provides amazing experiences to guests

4.99 (154 Reviews)

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Meet your host

Chuck T.

Joined in September 2024


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