55My dog and I are visiting the thousand trails park in queen bee and she much needed a place to run around. Donalds yard and garden are beautiful! Lots of space to chase a ball. Beautiful garden. Very peaceful. And Donald is very quick to reply to messages. Couldn’t have asked for more. Rayven M.
Rayven M.
June 2023
My dog and I are visiting the thousand trails park in queen bee and she much needed a place to run around. Donalds yard and garden are beautiful! Lots of space to chase a ball. Beautiful garden. Very peaceful. And Donald is very quick to reply to messages. Couldn’t have asked for more. 
Donald's Private Dog Park In Willis Wharf | Sniffspot
55I cannot say enough good things about this Sniffspot! Our dogs had an absolute blast playing here. The fully-fenced yard is very large and extremely well-kept. There are multiple seating areas for people, including large shaded areas. The hosts set out plenty of fresh water, a large water bowl, and treats for our dogs. They also set out water bottles, bug spray, and hand sanitizer for people. Remember to take your own poop bags and take them with you when you go, as I did not see a trash can for them. If you are camping or vacationing anywhere near Willis Wharf, the drive to this Sniffspot is well worth it for your dog(s). Thanks so much to the hosts and their own dog for an awesome yard they are willing to share! Vicky N.
Vicky N.
August 2024
I cannot say enough good things about this Sniffspot! Our dogs had an absolute blast playing here. The fully-fenced yard is very large and extremely well-kept. There are multiple seating areas for people, including large shaded areas. The hosts set out plenty of fresh water, a large water bowl, and treats for our dogs. They also set out water bottles, bug spray, and hand sanitizer for people. Remember to take your own poop bags and take them with you when you go, as I did not see a trash can for them. If you are camping or vacationing anywhere near Willis Wharf, the drive to this Sniffspot is well worth it for your dog(s). Thanks so much to the hosts and their own dog for an awesome yard they are willing to share!
Kellie's Private Dog Park In Virginia Beach | Sniffspot
55Great location and really nice pool. The grassy area is not that wide because of the pool, but it was long enough to play ball and fetch. I'm trying to get my dog to overcome his fear of water and he wouldn't go in the pool, but I enjoyed it!Carol D.
Carol D.
June 2023
Great location and really nice pool. The grassy area is not that wide because of the pool, but it was long enough to play ball and fetch. I'm trying to get my dog to overcome his fear of water and he wouldn't go in the pool, but I enjoyed it!
Kellie's Private Dog Park In Virginia Beach | Sniffspot
55The space was awesome! Tons of shade and sun. Lots of spots to sniff. Not too much grass, but definitely just enough. My dog was iffy on the pool, but I had a blast trying to get him in it! Caileigh M.
Caileigh M.
July 2023
The space was awesome! Tons of shade and sun. Lots of spots to sniff. Not too much grass, but definitely just enough. My dog was iffy on the pool, but I had a blast trying to get him in it!
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55This was a perfect pool to start the process of teaching my dog to swim. It was accessible, clean and quiet. Very pretty view !The only issue had more to do with my poor eyesight in not seeing the house number which caused me to be late. This was my first time using SniffSpot, I would come back to this home . Mission accomplished : she swam!Sheila D.
Sheila D.
July 2023
This was a perfect pool to start the process of teaching my dog to swim. It was accessible, clean and quiet. Very pretty view !The only issue had more to do with my poor eyesight in not seeing the house number which caused me to be late. This was my first time using SniffSpot, I would come back to this home . Mission accomplished : she swam!
Kellie's Private Dog Park In Virginia Beach | Sniffspot
55Our visit went beyond my expectation.
The area was open, the lounge chairs were located in a shaded area and the property is beautifully maintained.
The ground surrounding the pool was not slippery, the pool was very clean and easy for my dog to get in or out.
Thank you Kellie & Family for making your home available to our family.❤️Tonya W.
Tonya W.
July 2023
Our visit went beyond my expectation.
The area was open, the lounge chairs were located in a shaded area and the property is beautifully maintained.
The ground surrounding the pool was not slippery, the pool was very clean and easy for my dog to get in or out.
Thank you Kellie & Family for making your home available to our family.❤️
Kellie's Private Dog Park In Virginia Beach | Sniffspot
55We hosted a puppy party for my pups birthday and this spot was super accommodating and the pool was lovely! The side gate was easy to identify and I will definitely be coming again to do swimming lessons with my youngest pup! Ciarra K.
Ciarra K.
September 2023
We hosted a puppy party for my pups birthday and this spot was super accommodating and the pool was lovely! The side gate was easy to identify and I will definitely be coming again to do swimming lessons with my youngest pup!
Taylor's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Virginia Beach | Sniffspot
55This Sniffspot is an amazing hidden gem! Can’t wait to go back to catch a sunset on the water! Host communicated
very quickly from before I booked, to while I got there to let me know where to park etc… (although there’s no confusion possible, the gate entrance is pretty straightforward). Low but very secure fence with no gaps anywhere, clean grass, two shaded spots under trees, LOTS of space for running AND direct access to the water which made my dogs feel like big explorers lol. No visible dogs directly on either side, just a friendly neighbor who took her tiny dogs out to pee for 1 minute. Otherwise, suuuper quiet and idyllic spot. HIGHLY recommended, will book again for sure!!Anna K.
Anna K.
April 2023
This Sniffspot is an amazing hidden gem! Can’t wait to go back to catch a sunset on the water! Host communicated
very quickly from before I booked, to while I got there to let me know where to park etc… (although there’s no confusion possible, the gate entrance is pretty straightforward). Low but very secure fence with no gaps anywhere, clean grass, two shaded spots under trees, LOTS of space for running AND direct access to the water which made my dogs feel like big explorers lol. No visible dogs directly on either side, just a friendly neighbor who took her tiny dogs out to pee for 1 minute. Otherwise, suuuper quiet and idyllic spot. HIGHLY recommended, will book again for sure!!
55Very nice spacious backyard with areas of sun as well as shade, water was left out as well as ball and poop bags AND a treat 😊
All gates are solid and without escape areas. Host communication was quick.
Resident dog could be heard as well as next door neighbor’s (not continually) but that was expected and described in this Sniffspot’s profile, so not a problem at all for mine.
Loved our visit, thanks so much for opening your garden to us 🙏Anna K.
Anna K.
January 2024
Very nice spacious backyard with areas of sun as well as shade, water was left out as well as ball and poop bags AND a treat 😊
All gates are solid and without escape areas. Host communication was quick.
Resident dog could be heard as well as next door neighbor’s (not continually) but that was expected and described in this Sniffspot’s profile, so not a problem at all for mine.
Loved our visit, thanks so much for opening your garden to us 🙏
55This spot is very accurately described by Andrea. I did hear her dog in the house and a neighbor’s dog was out and running the fence while we were there, but the fence is constructed with no gaps between the slats to see the other dog, and my girl did not react to any of the barking. Great spot if you want to play hide-and-seek type sniff work with odors because there are lots of objects on which to hide the scents.
My dog does a lot of cut-loose, straight line running when we go off-leash, and due to her size (lean build, GSD mix, ~23 inches tall, 43 lbs) this spot is not ideal for that. For a small dog, it could easily give a running work out. Even with that limitation, we had a great time with no risk of escape or intrusion.
Thanks, Andrea!Kathryn S.
Kathryn S.
January 2024
This spot is very accurately described by Andrea. I did hear her dog in the house and a neighbor’s dog was out and running the fence while we were there, but the fence is constructed with no gaps between the slats to see the other dog, and my girl did not react to any of the barking. Great spot if you want to play hide-and-seek type sniff work with odors because there are lots of objects on which to hide the scents.
My dog does a lot of cut-loose, straight line running when we go off-leash, and due to her size (lean build, GSD mix, ~23 inches tall, 43 lbs) this spot is not ideal for that. For a small dog, it could easily give a running work out. Even with that limitation, we had a great time with no risk of escape or intrusion.
Thanks, Andrea!
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FAQ about our Willis Wharf dog parks
Are dog parks good for dogs?
It is important for dogs to have off leash exercise to sniff and run. But the free and open nature of public dog parks has drawbacks. There could be aggressive dogs, disease transmission and cleanliness issues. For this reason, many dog behaviorists discourage visiting public dog parks and recommend Sniffspot's private dog parks. Sniffspot private dog parks only allow one guest to book at a time and are not open to the public, which solves many of these issues.
Are dog parks safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot all bookings are private for just you and dogs you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). All Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog. 97% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Willis Wharf area are 5 stars.
How do I know if a dog park works for my dog?
You can filter Sniffspot dog parks by fencing and distractions. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our 64 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 6 off leash areas where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can also filter locations to avoid other domestic animals and people. We also recommend reading reviews and reaching out to the host with any questions.
Does Willis Wharf have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 64 fully fenced dog parks in or near Willis Wharf. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Willis Wharf?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Willis Wharf. The most popular agility option is COACA? LLC Canine Park.
Where in Willis Wharf can I find a pool for dog swimming?