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Grand Escape - Featured on HGTV's Beachfront Bargain Hunt

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Exterior
Front Porch
Exterior
Den (can be closed off to the rest of the house and has a pull-out sofa)
Den (can be closed off to the rest of the house and has a pull-out sofa)

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

+2
6 Single Beds

6 bathrooms

3rd Floor Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom in Bedroom #2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom in Bedroom #3

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom in Bedroom #4

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom with the Bedroom with King Bed

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Main floor Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Grand Escape - Featured on HGTV's Beachfront Bargain Hunt

5 bedrooms, 6 baths, sleeps 11 comfortably
Featured on HGTV's Beachfront Bargain Hunt - Season 14, Episode 11
Our newly renovated Victorian house is ideal for large families. Enjoy sitting out on our large front porch having your morning coffee and feel the cool bay breeze. Every bedroom has it's own bathroom. There are 4 bedrooms on the 2nd floor that includes: 1 king bed and 3 queen beds. The 3rd floor is an ideal space for kids. There are 3 daybeds with trundles. There is also a kitchenette with a mini fridge and a futon. The house has a living room and a den. Our kitchen is fully equipped to cook meals. There is an outdoor shower and foot wash to make it convenient to wash off after you've come back from the beach. Bikes and beach toys are provided. The house is only 1 block from the beach and is walking distance to main street and the park. Cape Charles is ideal for a family vacation!

If bringing a dog, we require it to be potty trained, crated if left unattended and flea medication applied before arrival. We do charge a $175 non refundable pet fee.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is allowed outside.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to 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 rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

In the winter, turn heat to 65º F. In the summer, turn air conditioning to 72º F in energy efficient mode and leave the ceiling fans on.

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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4168795
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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Cape Charles

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

What's nearby

  • Central Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cape Charles Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Oyster Farm Marina - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kiptopeke State Park - 16 min drive - 20.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Grand Escape - Featured on HGTV's Beachfront Bargain Hunt pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Escape - Featured on HGTV's Beachfront Bargain Hunt?

As of 1 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Escape - Featured on HGTV's Beachfront Bargain Hunt on 22 Aug 2026 start from £483, 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 at Grand Escape - Featured on HGTV's Beachfront Bargain Hunt?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Grand Escape - Featured on HGTV's Beachfront Bargain Hunt?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grand Escape - Featured on HGTV's Beachfront Bargain Hunt?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Grand Escape - Featured on HGTV's Beachfront Bargain Hunt located?

This family-friendly Cape Charles holiday home is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Chesapeake Bay and Cape Charles Beach. Central Park and Cape Charles Harbor are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 116 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You home was wonderful location was perfectly centered from everything. The pictures of the house do not do it justice, it is a lot bigger. We had a great time and would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was clean and well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeannie P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Nice house. Fantastic location - near the beach and the town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

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

Another terrific stay!

This year was our fifth staying at The Grand Escape. It’s perfect for families and larger groups. Everyone was comfortable and appreciated the roominess and cleanliness of the house. The location can’t be beat, two blocks to the beach and one short block to Mason Avenue! We especially love sitting on the front porch. Thanks for another great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Grand Escape

Stay was awesome house was perfect and the host was most helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ann g.

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

Great holiday

This property is terrific. It had everything we needed, and the rooms were beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corey B.

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

Wonderful Property, Great Location

Loved this place, perfect proximity to the shops, restaurants, and beach. House was in pretty good shape and well decorated
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

consistently good

We've stayed here many times and always love it. Plenty of space for a big family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin L.

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

Beautiful house!

We loved staying at the Grand Escape! It was perfect for our extended family vacation. The 3rd floor with all the kids beds and hangout space was awesome!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

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

Great location, great host!

We brought our large family and had a wonderful week in Cape Charles. The owners were very responsive and the house was as described and very accommodating.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra V.

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

Great Stay

House is absolutely beautiful, clean and is in a convenient location for the beach and town. Property owner is very easy to deal with. Cape Charles is a great get away
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

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

Great Getaway

This was the perfect spot for 5 friends to spend a long weekend. The house had everything we needed and is in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

Beautiful home with a great location

This home is beautiful and very warm and inviting. It’s just 1 short block to town and 2 to the beach, so great location! The property manager was very responsive. We loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Family Getaway

This house worked out perfectly for our extended family. The kids loved the 3rd floor space and bonus playroom area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

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

Love it

We’ve been here several times and love it each time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany P.

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

Great location

Great location 2 blocks from the beach. House was perfect for two families. Our kids loved the bunk room and it was great that each bedroom has a bathroom. We also really enjoyed the front porch, which had plenty of seating.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan W.

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

Great Family Beach House

This house was the best we have ever stayed at for our family beach trip! The fact that everyone could have their own bathroom and there was a dedicated area for the kids was amazing. Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie P.

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

Great house!

A beautiful home with a great kitchen! We had a fabulous week. Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

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

Great experience!

The house is wonderful! It has great amenities is close to downtown. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda J.

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

perfect as always

We love this house and plan to come back every year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia W.

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

Spring break

We all loved being in town. Short walk to shops, restaurants, and the bay. The house is lovely with plenty of room for the 9 of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole K.

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

Location Location Location!

This house had everything we could possibly need for a full week, and the location was even better! The kitchen was well stocked, every bed was comfortable, there was plenty of seating at the dinner table for a large group, and we could walk to anything that we wanted.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

July family vacation

We've vacationed in Cape Charles several times and find it to be perfect for our two grandchildren (ages 5 and 7). This house is spacious enough for our group and close to both the water and the ice cream store. Grand Escape is a very comfortable house with historic charm.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

William P.

Wonderful week

This house had everything we needed or could think of--of all the houses we have stayed at this was the favorite. Spacious, full of toys, chairs, bikes--everything we needed--and so close to town. We will definitely rent this great house again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
We are happy to hear that you had a great vacation. We look forward to having you stay at our home again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey B.

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

Great corner spot

This was our second time to this house and it didn’t disappoint- close to beach and main drag makes it an awesome location and it’s spacious and well equipped. Owners were super responsive and even got us in house a smidge early when the cleaning finished up 👍🏻 Love the porch and people watching - would highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Dawn Dail

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Why they chose this property

Our family has vacationed for several years in Cape Charles and we fell in love with the town. Every time we visited, we always looked at the area and wanted a place of our own. We came upon this house and knew that it would fit our entire family in the house comfortably (We as the grandparents, our 3 kids and their spouses and our 7 grandkids).

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