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Only 1 Block to the Beach - Community Pool - Featured on HGTV!

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The private beach, neighboring the historic district and public beach!
The private beach with the public beach and historic district in the background!
Shore Thing!
Front entrance
The fleet for your enjoyment

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 102493 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Double bunkbed

2 Twin Bunk Beds

King

1 King Bed

Queen

1 Queen Bed

Twin

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Downstairs Half Bath

Toilet

Half bath connected to bunk bed room

Toilet

Master Suite

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Only 1 Block to the Beach - Community Pool - Featured on HGTV!


Shore Thing Cape Charles (formerly known as Purple Daze on HGTV’s Beachfront Bargain Hunt S26 E12) is a beautiful beach house in the gated community of Kings Bay. Only one short block away from a small private beach and a quick walk to the Oyster Farm Seafood Eatery! Ride your bike or take a golf cart less than a mile away into historic downtown Cape Charles to enjoy the public beach, free fishing pier, and the shops and restaurants along Mason Avenue.

This beach house boasts an updated kitchen with brand-new stainless steel appliances including a gas range! The 1st-floor master suite has a king bed and a large bathroom with a walk-in shower and a large tub. The 2nd-floor rooms include a queen bedroom with a balcony, a bedroom with two twins and a balcony, a double bunk-bed room, and a jack-and-jill bathroom. There is also a 3rd-floor loft with a wet bar, fridge, and TV- it’s one of our favorite places to watch the breathtaking sunsets.
*The Ring doorbell camera is installed on the front of the house for the security of the property only.

Everything you need will be provided: bed sheets, bath towels, beach towels (5), a beach cart, beach chairs (8), and beach toys; a fully stocked kitchen; high-speed internet; 4 TVs with Amazon Fire Sticks. We have Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, and Disney for your use, but do not have cable or dish TV.

For your outdoor adventures, we provide our guests with two adult beach cruisers, two single-person kayaks, and a paddle board. *Signed waiver required*

Cape Charles is golf cart friendly so RESERVE YOUR GOLF CART EARLY when booking your reservation. Bay Creek is also a short drive where you can enjoy a 2-mile-long private beach, an outdoor pool (open from Memorial Day through Labor Day), and tennis courts.

Come stay at Shore Thing to enjoy the good life on the Chesapeake Bay!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Three levels of stairs. No baby gates.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on the premise.

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

Located in Cape Charles, this vacation home is near the beach. Eyre Hall and Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kiptopeke State Park and Eastern Shore of Virginia National Wildlife Refuge. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Cape Charles, VA

What's nearby

  • Oyster Farm Marina - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Central Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cape Charles Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kiptopeke State Park - 15 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Small’s Smokehouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Top China - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sting-Ray's Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Only 1 Block to the Beach - Community Pool - Featured on HGTV! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Only 1 Block to the Beach - Community Pool - Featured on HGTV! ?

As of Apr 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Only 1 Block to the Beach - Community Pool - Featured on HGTV! on May 1, 2026 start from $396, 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.

Is Only 1 Block to the Beach - Community Pool - Featured on HGTV! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Only 1 Block to the Beach - Community Pool - Featured on HGTV! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Only 1 Block to the Beach - Community Pool - Featured on HGTV! ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Only 1 Block to the Beach - Community Pool - Featured on HGTV! located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Chesapeake Bay and Oyster Farm Marina. Central Park and Cape Charles Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 98 reviews
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time at this property. The house is really well kept and well appointed. It was too early in the season for the pool to be open, but we were able to go to the beach and take advantage of many of the other activities available in town. So charming. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trysh B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful, in excellent condition, and in a great location. Kelly was easy to get a hold of and very responsive to any questions I had. We had a wonderful family trip for the long Thanksgiving weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JANE C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to stay. Host as very responsive. Only wish we could have used the fireplace :). We did not use any of the amenities but I am sure they would have been wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen J.

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

A perfect place to stay in Cape Charles

Great place for a get away or a long stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marge c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Owners are excellent to work with. Only 1 complaint. No crab claw crackers… LOL I would bring extra bath towels next time. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped. The upper room was a nice nook for kids. We enjoyed the convenient walking distance to downtown and ice cream. The calm traffic made for low stress runs exploring the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frances M.

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

Family Vacation

The house was as advertised . Easy access to beach - very nice having beach chairs , floats and kayaks there for our use . Owners were very responsive to our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

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

Great spot for our spring break mini trip!

The house was well-positioned (to beach and downtown), and well-appointed! We enjoyed being right by the bay and a short golf cart ride to downtown. The access to bicycles and kayaks was an added bonus! We’d recommend and hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, comfortable furnished home in gated community. Pool, marina and beach was FUN. Great restaurant next to the property called OYSTER FARM! Close to town. Will rent a golf cart next time for more FUN!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maude M.

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

Lovely getaway to Cape Charles

The house had everything we could need. It was bright, well furnished and the porch was a delight to sit in. We took the beach chairs and headed around the corner to sit on the beach in the late afternoon--perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dallas H.

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

Great Stay

We had a
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

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

Can’t wait for next year

We had the best Cape Charles vacation yet! The property was perfect for our family and the hosts were very responsive and great to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hunter W.

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

Great house and neighborhood!

Beautiful home, was perfect for our family and located in a great gated neighborhood!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

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

Great property, fantastic location!

My family and another could not have enjoyed our stay more. The property was clean, convenient, comfortable and quiet. This was our first trip to Cape Charles and we will definitely be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise G.

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

Cape Charles

Beautiful property and very accommodating hosts. Loved this house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb E.

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

Wonderful stay in Cape Charles!!!

House was extremely clean and maintained. Absolutely lovely.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Drew O.

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

Perfect family beach house.

This is the second time that we stayed here and it has been perfect. We loved the house and the shallow beach. I'd recommend for family and young kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

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

Wonderful stay!

Hosts were great with their communication and flexibility with our request for an early check-in. Home was clean, spacious and light filled. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

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

Awesome Getaway

This was a great time and everyone in our family thoroughly enjoyed the long weekend. Kelly & Dan were very helpful and accommodating making our trip special.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William D.

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

Beautiful sunset

Excellent service from the owners at a convenient location with beautiful sunsets.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea N.

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

Everything you could ever need at the beach!

Amazing house only 1.5 blocks from the beach. This house had literally everything you could need from beach chairs, floats, kids toys, to first aid kits. We will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Relaxation Vacation

If you're looking for a busy tourist location, this is not it. If you're looking to relax in the sun, on the beach, or at the community pool, your at the right place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wanda B.

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

Friendly

Gated community with friendly people. Quiet area with beautiful beach within walking distance of home.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen T.

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

Get away long weekend

It was a very nice house great location. Quiet. Clean and a very relaxing couple of days.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Tisha M.

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

Awesome

Awesome house very good location. The house had everything you needed for a beach vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

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