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American Four-Square completely renovated, easy walk to the beach!

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Relax and watch tv , read a book or play a game!
Living area
Living area
Your adventure awaits at the Woodchuck!

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Cape Charles, VA
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Charles Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Oyster Farm Marina
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

"The Blue" Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

"The Orange" Bedroom

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom - (The Teal Room)

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bathroom - downstairs

Toilet

Jack and Jill

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

American Four-Square completely renovated, easy walk to the beach!

In town for a family vacation, beach getaway with friends or a wedding nearby? Check out why our classic home would perfectly fit your group. This classic American Four Square home was built 100 years ago but is brand new inside and out! Featuring modern and new appliances and a new heating and air system, this house is a perfect base of operations for your vacation!

The kitchen has granite tops and stainless steel appliances, as well as many smaller necessities such as a coffee maker/Keurig and crockpot. The family room has a large smart TV with cable and an impressive library of DVDs. Plenty of comfy furniture and plenty of board and card games await! There is a good-sized half bath downstairs and a laundry room with a full sized washer and dryer.

Upstairs, the master has a queen bed, full bath, nice closet and TV. The second bedroom has a queen bed, closet and TV and shares a full bath with the third bedroom, which features a single bunk over a double bed and also has a TV.

Based on the amount of bedrooms/beds, we suggest the house comfortably sleeps 7 people (but we’ve got two twin cots) available upon request in advance of your stay if you need to squeeze in a couple more guests).

The whole house has a great WiFi connection and there are plenty of outlets for all your devices! The first floor is all hardwood except ceramic in the bath and laundry and the upstairs is carpeted.

Outside there is a nice covered porch with rocking chairs in the front and a private backyard with a fire pit in the back.

If you’re not sure how to spend your time in a charming Cape Charles, in the house you’ll see we’ve provided our recommendation of restaurants, things to do, and of course, where to shop!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Portable sleep/play area high chair
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
STRICTLY FORBIDDEN

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No fireworks, no candles. Must use firescreen when using firepit.
Please always use coasters for drinks and do not move the furniture.
No fish cleaning inside the house. Please store any fish in a leak proof container in refrigerator / freezer. (Not just a grocery / garbage bag)

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Cape Charles

Historic Downtown Cape Charles, a neighborhood in Cape Charles, is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Charles Beach and Chesapeake Bay. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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Cape Charles, VA

What's nearby

  • Central Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cape Charles Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Oyster Farm Marina - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kiptopeke State Park - 16 min drive - 20.4 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Small’s Smokehouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Top China - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sting-Ray's Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is American Four-Square completely renovated, easy walk to the beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at American Four-Square completely renovated, easy walk to the beach!?

As of May 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at American Four-Square completely renovated, easy walk to the beach! on May 11, 2026 start from $460, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at American Four-Square completely renovated, easy walk to the beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at American Four-Square completely renovated, easy walk to the beach!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is American Four-Square completely renovated, easy walk to the beach! located?

Located in Historic Downtown Cape Charles, this family-friendly Cape Charles vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Central Park and Cape Charles Beach. Cape Charles Harbor and Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 101 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great location, great vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay in the Woodchuck!

We've stayed in this property many times and it is very well appointed and Jim and Rebecca are very gracious hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family vacation home. Everything you need. Clean, comfortable and cozy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay as always

Enjoyed ourselves as always.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luba R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway with friends

Pleasant stay in a comfortable and very clean house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gem

A great place for a family get away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable & homey property

We felt very much at home in this house. The owners furnished it with everything we needed to have a very comfortable first stay in Cape Charles.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always a blast on Plum Street

This property has served us well year after year. Hosts are so accomodating and it suits our small family very well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful home and lovely backyard close to town and the beach. Only problem was the house cleaning was not done on time or very well done. They need a new house cleaner.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

This house was the perfect fit for out family as it had all the comforts of home and more!! We loved sitting on the front porch and chatting with the neighbors.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacay 2023

This home was very nicely renovated and in a good location in the town. We all loved rocking in the rocking chairs on the front porch!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cape Charles

Beautiful home located in a quiet neighborhood. Front porch rocking chairs are so relaxing and a perfect place to watch the kids play.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First time visit

This was our first visit to Cape Charles and we will definitely be back. Not only did we love the town but we also absolutely loved the house. Very clean, very comfortable and just an overall great experience! Looking forward to returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

beach weekend

This place was perfect for a weekend getaway at the beach. There was plenty of space for a family of 6 and the house was well appointed. Kitchen had all the basics for cooking. The location was great- 10 min walk to the beach or an easy drive with parking available. Would definitely recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute home and convenient location to park & beach

We have stayed here for two years in a row now & love this location right next to the park. It’s an easy golf cart ride to the beach as well! We also love the convenience of the outdoor shower. The house & shed had everything we needed for our week at the beach! The owners were very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for our group of four adults and two children. My ONLY suggestion might be one more trash can. I’m afraid we filled the two up which doesn’t leave much room for the guests coming in behind us. Other than that, couldn’t have been any better.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just right!

The home was very cute with an updated kitchen. Love the wide staircase! It was the perfect size for 4 adults and 2 little ones (2 and 5yrs). Walking distance to the park and playground.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing week

Charming and clean house. Felt like home from the moment we walked in. We enjoyed the spacious kitchen and comfortable bedrooms. Our 6 year old grand daughter loved the books and toys that were available for her. We spent most of our time on the back yard/patio area and at the nearby beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexis D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Plum street

Great house for a family of 5! Well appointed with everything you need. Nice backyard for kids and front porch for morning coffee. House was clean and neat! Jim was very hospitable and responded quickly to any questions we had. We would definitely stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and 3 children had a great week at The Woodchuck! The house was very spacious and clean. Plenty of pots/pans for cooking etc. The location was perfect, not far from the beach. There were beach chairs and beach toys for our use in the shed. We rented a golf cart which made it convenient to get anywhere in town easily from the house. There is a park a couple blocks from the house. There is a train museum and hiking trails not far as well. The kids loved making s’mores in the firepit in the backyard. The neighbors were very friendly. The owners were very responsive and helpful even offered a welcome backseat with snacks! We had a very relaxing week, we will definitely be back!
In front of The Woodchuck
Beach at low tide
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cape Chuck stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Woodchuck! The home is exactly as advertised and well-appointed for a comfortable getaway. The upstairs temperature trends warmer than the first floor...we were there when the nights turn cool, so cracking a bedroom window did the trick. Owners were super with communication. With a golf cart (rented from a nearby business), it's an easy trip to downtown and most anywhere you'd want to go.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable, nicely appointed, well-done restoration

Really enjoyed our stay for our first visit to Cape Henry. Loved looking through the book detailing the restoration of the building. The location worked well for us - just about a block from the central park, and an easy walk to the beach or all the shops and restaurants downtown. Jim was excellent with communication, check-in could not have been easier. So many nice things included with this property, pretty much anything anyone could need and more. Very happy with our stay, if we make it back to town we'll be looking at this property first.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

My family (2 adults, 2 children) had an excellent stay at this house. It is just as advertised - spacious, newly renovated, and spotlessly clean,. Well stocked with linens, dishes, and all other essentials. The large TV, with its various apps, all worked well. Check-in was very easy. Owner was very responsive. While the house is slightly outside what some might consider the tourist core of Cape Charles, and in an area where every third house looks dilapidated (this is a juxtaposition found throughout town), it's a close enough walk to the main street, the beach, and to my kids' delight, the excellent Central Park and playground. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful home base in Cape Charles

All the old charm and convenience of the Cape Charles historic district with a recent renovation. Spacious, open first floor with a well appointed kitchen. Plenty of board games and toys for a rainy day. On the 2nd floor, there are super comfortable mattresses in the 2 larger bedrooms. Good A/C throughout. Outside, the fire pit is great for smores. Shady trees and a big yard are great for after dinner play. East-facing front porch is a plus (cooler, shadier in evenings). The only minor drawback is that the outdoor shower isn't enclosed, so it's just for rinsing off not full showers. Amazing house. We hope to be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful home

We came done to see an old friend that had some health issues. The house was perfect for us, clean, spacious, in a good neighborhood very quiet and yet close to everything. The bedrooms were perfect as well as the rest of the house. It had everything that we needed to have a lovely few days without any stress involved. Everything that we needed in terms of appliances, cooking and serving supplies, TVs, outdoor entertainment and ample parking. The home was easily accessible to a few friends that stopped for short visits. All in all it was a very successful trip back down to the Shore allowing us to see our friend along with a few others that we had know over the years while living there before moving back up North. I highly recommend the home for business , pleasure or for attending an event requiring a stay over We went to the Garden Tour that Saturday and thoroughly enjoyed it then out to dinner in one of the many restaurants available on the Shore. Thank you to the owners for renovating and renting their lovely home to us. T. Loring
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jim and Rebecca Wood

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Why they chose this property

This is our first year offering this vacation rental at 535 Plum Street. We purchased the home in November 2016, went through the historic district board review for approvals before work could commence. Work began April/May 2017 and officially finished in December 2017 with minor changes occurring through April 2018 (furniture). We are happy with the end results and we know you will find the home just as comfortable for your family as we find it for ours.

In the back you will find a deck with patio furniture (cushions in the shed) and a fire pit. The shed offers a charcoal grill, beach gear, a cooler and two bikes (bring your own helmet). There is an outdoor shower on the side of the house to rinse off the sand before coming inside.

We are just a few easy walking (or biking!) blocks from the beach or even to the shops on Main Street. We are very near the park and children's play area.

Free WiFi is provided and a smart TV with Roku (using your own account) a blue-ray player is available with a collection of movies.

A Graco Pack 'n Play (with bassinet) for infant sleeping, High Chair with a splash mat for underneath, and a few child dishes are available.

Bedrooms: 2 with queen size bed, 1 with bunk bed - twin over a double. Air Mattress are available upon request (advanced notice). Linens are new!

There are a full washer and dryer in the laundry room and and rack to hang your wet clothes to dry.

In the family room there are a few board/card games and a full size checkerboard on the game table.

Just a few reminders - follow the speed limit signs as they are truly enforced! Also be sure to park your car by BACKING IN on the angled parking on Mason Avenue.

There are some great shops and restaurants both in Cape Charles and around. We hope you enjoy your stay in the quaint "Mayberry" town of Cape Charles as we do.

What makes this property unique

- Private fire pit in the backyard
- Two bikes free to use
- Handful of board games, cards, DVDs
- All linens + towels provided (even beach towels!)
- Beach chairs and cooler for you to use

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