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Wonderfully Updated and Renovated in the Historic District. 2-3 Night Min Stay

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A modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.
A two-story house with a front porch, stone accents, and an American flag.
A two-story house with a patio area featuring Adirondack chairs, a grill, and a covered seating area.
A wooden play structure with a slide and swings.
A spacious living room with a gray sofa, a fireplace, and a dining area with a kitchen in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind

    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.

  • Beach equipment

    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Near Cape Charles Beach
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Wonderfully Updated and Renovated in the Historic District. 2-3 Night Min Stay

Located in the Cape Charles Historic District, this completely renovated cottage is close to everything - beaches, shopping, marinas, restaurants, wedding venues, golf, and parks.

The downstairs layout is very open including a large center kitchen island perfect for cooking, dinning or playing games. (The house can seat 12 for dinner - 7 at the dining room table and 5 at the bar). The kitchen is well stocked with pots, pans, tools, etc.. A 1/2 bath and laundry room are located off of the kitchen.

Upstairs has 3 small bedrooms, each with a queen bed. There is also a full bath (tub/shower) with a double sink.

Outside you will find a covered front porch, rear deck, HUGE outdoor shower, swing set, and charming back yard sitting area with 4 Adirondack chairs.

High end finishes through out - granite counter tops, custom moldings, teak flooring.

Linens, pillows, and bath towels are included.

Fully stocked kitchen and gas grill (propane provided).

Wifi provided.

(4) Beach chairs provided.

No pets, no smoking.

Attending a wedding at The Oyster Farm / King's Creek Marina? This is one of the closest Historic District rental homes to the wedding venue. It's a 1 minute car ride or a pleasant walk!

Our family purchased this home in 2013 and immediately began a complete renovation (and re-configuration!). The goal was to maximize the modest size and allow the property to function like a much larger home, while maintaining the original style and charm. The renovation was completed in 2014. Over the years, we have expanded the outdoor space to include a patio and playset for children. Our family has made many memories in Cape Charles, and we welcomed our first VRBO guests in the fall of 2017. Since then, we have enjoyed sharing all the town has to offer with others.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1169829vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Cape Charles

Historic Downtown Cape Charles, a neighbourhood in Cape Charles, is home to this holiday home. Eyre Hall and Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oyster Farm Marina and Bay Creek Golf Club. Power boating, sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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Cape Charles, VA

What's nearby

  • Oyster Farm Marina - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Central Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cape Charles Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kiptopeke State Park - 14 min drive - 18.7 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Small’s Smokehouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Shanty - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Coach House Tavern - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wonderfully Updated and Renovated in the Historic District. 2-3 Night Min Stay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Wonderfully Updated and Renovated in the Historic District. 2-3 Night Min Stay ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wonderfully Updated and Renovated in the Historic District. 2-3 Night Min Stay ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wonderfully Updated and Renovated in the Historic District. 2-3 Night Min Stay ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wonderfully Updated and Renovated in the Historic District. 2-3 Night Min Stay located?

Located in Historic Downtown Cape Charles, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Central Park and Chesapeake Bay. Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center and Oyster Farm Marina are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 196 out of 202 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 202 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 202 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 202 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 202 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home, great communication with the hosts. Close to the beach and well appointed! Home was perfect for kids as well, with toys and pack and play. Mudroom came in handy for sandy feet and beach bags! So clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love Cape Charles And this was the perfect place for our family to stay. We really appreciated the family/kid-friendly features. It was clean, well stocked, easy access, open layout, and very comfortable.Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We returned here from several years ago and it was just as wonderful as it was the last time! Our children loved having space in the backyard to play. My toddler enjoyed having books and toys to play with! It was a short 10 minute walk to the beach, 7 minutes to the park, and great evening walk to the main restaurants and ice cream shops! We had our A/C go out unexpectedly while we did a day trip to Chincoteague and Matt not only responded QUICK, within the hour of our message to him, the A/C repair company was at our home and fixed the issue in less than 30 minutes! We are truly grateful for our stay here and hope to return soon! It was a great vacation and many memories, great meals and laughter were all made here!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Darling little house that lived large. Everything was beautifully laid out and neat as a pin. We loved the location as well. Near enough to walk to everything but far enough away to enjoy the peace and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

Beautifully updated house with all the amenities you need for a family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful visit! The house was clean, well stocked kitchen and comfy beds. The only thing we would note is that the steps are steep and narrow- as most old houses are, so if you bring littles just be cautious (not a reason to not book- they have a swingset toys etc) . We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable quiet place with a nice back yard. The kitchen was well equipped and well lit. Overall it's a very nice place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and cozy home!

Great weekend in cape Charles, loved the location and the house was so charming!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place!

Couldn’t have had a better home for our family. Really enjoyed it and will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderfully renovated home. It was clean and well-equipped. Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great trip - house is exactly as it is listed. It is exceptionally clean. Neighborhood is quiet, and it's very easy to get to restaurants and the beach. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

We so loved this property, and it was a perfect fit for a family stay. The location is great, and we cannot wait to book a return trip with some warmer weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house

Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

super clean and cosy

Perfect place to stay with our family. House was super clean and just the right size.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely home! All was immaculately clean…the home is well appointed with everything we needed during our stay. The beds were comfortable and we loved sitting with the fireplace on fall evenings. Close to everything in town, lots of great eating options and lovely beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

We were very happy with the house. It was perfect for our family of 4
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Everything you could ever need. Great property and a great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family spot

The property itself was clean, renovated, and with an awesome outdoor shower, just what we needed. Host was very helpful. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic stay!

Our third time staying at this property and we are never disappointed. It’s the perfect rental- always clean, well equipped without being overdone and in a great location. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house

2nd time staying here. we love it
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay 5 days/4 nights Property is immaculate, updates and design are beautiful, house/kitchen is well stocked, and location is quiet and convenient to the Cape Charles historic downtown and the beach. The outdoor backyard setting is a wonderful area to relax. Loved the outdoor shower area. We would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, comfortable, clean. Felt like home. Exceptional communication from owner!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place

This property is lovely . Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

excellent place to stay

We really enjoyed the property. It was very clean and had everything we needed. Look forward to coming back again. Thanks for having us Matt!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

We enjoyed our stay here so much. The house was very clean. The kitchen was very well stocked. We were glad that we had rented a golf cart as the house was a little farther from the shops and restaurants and beach than we were willing to walk with two small kids in tow.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Matt Hardison

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We purchased this home in 2013 and immediately began a complete renovation (and re-configuration!). The goal was to maximize the modest size and allow the property to function like a much larger home, while maintaining the original style and charm. The renovation was completed in 2014. Over the years, we have expanded the outdoor space to include a patio and playset for children. Our family has made many memories in Cape Charles, and we welcomed our first VRBO guests in the fall of 2017. Since then, we have enjoyed sharing all the town has to offer with others.

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