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The Historic de Witt Cottage & Gardens

  • Virginia Beach

  • Museums & Historical Places

1113 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach, Virginia, 23459

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A hidden "Gem" on the Virginia Beach oceanfront. Built in 1895 by the first Mayor of VB, Mr. Bernard Holland for his Bride, Emily. 4,000 square feet of gardens surround the Cottage. Open to the public. Tours are available. Houses the Atlantic Wildfowl Heritage Museum.

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