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'Southern Living' On The Eastern Shore

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A cozy living room with a wooden staircase, a patterned sofa, and a round mirror on the wall.
A porch with white rocking chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.
A cozy living room with a striped armchair labeled "BEACH," a wooden door, and a painting on the wall.
A two-story house with a porch, a flag, and a star decoration.
A living room with a white sofa, a rocking chair, a coffee table, and a blue patterned rug.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Cape Charles Beach

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Cape Charles, VA
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Chesapeake Bay
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Charles Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Cape Charles

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Historic Downtown Cape Charles, a neighbourhood in Cape Charles. Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center and Barrier Island Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Eyre Hall and Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel. Jet skiing, kayaking and power boating 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

  • Central Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chesapeake Bay - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cape Charles Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Oyster Farm Marina - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hardee's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Shanty - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Small’s Smokehouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ajs Bar & Grille - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Southern Living' On The Eastern Shore pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 'Southern Living' On The Eastern Shore?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 'Southern Living' On The Eastern Shore?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Southern Living' On The Eastern Shore?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 'Southern Living' On The Eastern Shore located?

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

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house for family with young kids!! The house had literally anything you could need for young kids and very well stocked overall! Great location and communication with host. Perfect location to everything. House is a little dated but no issues at all while stayed here. Can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2026
Thank you for the lovely review. We are so glad you enjoyed the home and we hope to host you all again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this house for our family of 8. The kids had a blast with toys, chalk and beach trips. Went and saw a concert in central park, walked to the strip and beach every day. Super convenient location and a charming historic home. Jennifer was responsive and helpful. Definitely will be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2026
We were so happy to host you and your family and hope to host you all again next time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for the week! My son declared it his favorite of all the houses we’ve rented in Cape Charles!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun, 2026
So glad you all enjoyed yourself at our home! Look forward to hosting you all again in the future!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The check-in process was super easy and Jennifer was a great host! There were plenty of bedrooms for the whole family. The walk to the beach was super short and convenient. It was advertised as having plenty of toys both inside and outside for kids and while there were toys, they were nearly all broken, so i would bring plenty of your own if traveling with children!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2026
Thank you for the lovely review! Glad you and your family had a wonderful stay at our home!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug, 2025
Thank you for your great review!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful hose, great location, fantastic host

Thanks so much to Jennifer for making our Cape Charles stay so wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Thank you so much for being such excellent guests! We hope to have you all stay again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Cape Charles House

We really enjoyed our stay in this home! We were there with family and this home was perfectly located to enjoy both the Beach and Main Street in Cape Charles. Beach was super easy walking distance away. The kids enjoyed staying together in the bunk room!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2023
We are so happy your family enjoyed their stay and we hope you all will come back and stay again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming home in best location!

Highly recommend booking this home for your Cape Charles visit. This is a charming historic home with lots of character. Only a short walking distance to the beach (even faster with a golf cart!), it has everything we needed for our week stay. We enjoyed particularly enjoyed the wide front porch, the outdoor shower, the provided beach chairs/umbrellas, and the large living room. The owner was extremely responsive to all my questions leading up to the trip and while we were there. This home is truly a gem.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul, 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We hope to host you all again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location. Close to the beach and Mason St. Very well equipped home that also has tons of beach chairs and toys. Very nicely set for small kids. Even had two pack and plays so we didn’t have to pack them. Jennifer was great at communicating. I’d definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
The property was not in the condition that I expected. There is quite a bit of deferred maintenance. This caused the a/c to quit working (we had to install window units in 2 bedrooms and the others just remained hot until repairs were made and the central unit could catch up), the front door was unable to be locked, there were holes (I assume) in 2 ceilings that were covered with plastic and storm door panels. The overhead light in the bedroom didn’t work. The house needs a lot of maintenance, repairs and painting. It was clean so we did not feel like we couldn’t stay, but overall I expected it to be in better condition based on reviews, photos and price. I rent vacation rentals quite often (5 in the last 10 months) and have never felt I needed to leave any negative reviews or been so surprised by the condition of a house I have rented.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2026
We were happy to host you and your family in historic Cape Charles. Thankfully the HVAC unit was able to be looked at within 24hrs and determined fully functional and we were able to provide additional window units for your added comfort during your weeklong stay! Hope you are able to make it out to historic Cape Charles again in the future!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cape C Family Beach Trip

Perfect location for a week getaway. Walking or using a golf cart - both good options. Had some issues with front door and refrigerator but owner was very responsive and took care of problems. Kitchen well-equipped and ample linens. House needs some tlc and updated thorough cleaning. Grill and outdoor shower great. Beach equipment needs replacing. Still good week away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2024
Glad you and your family were able to experience Cape Charles this summer in our historic home in the town center. Thank you for all your direct positive feedback and happy to hear the provided beach equipment and all the added children toys, gates and protective gear were helpful during your stay. We’ve loved the home over the years with our growing family and love sharing the special experience with others!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Sweet Beach Town

My husband, daughter, son in law and 20 month old grandson spent the week in Cape Charles in the “Southern living” home. The house fit our family perfectly. The decor was light and airy. We were disappointed in the lack of cleanliness and much needed maintenance issues that need to be dealt with. Jennifer was always quick to respond. It has lots of potential! Location is great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug, 2023
Thank you for your review! We appreciate the feedback for our turnover staff and keeping our home looking beautiful!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Roomy Home in a Wonderful Location

This is a beautiful old home with lots of character in a great location! We loved that the beach is about 2 blocks away, and the park with a playground is only one block away. It's also located within walking distance to delicious restaurants and cute shops (about 4-5 blocks). The bedrooms are spacious, the kitchen is large, and the dining and living rooms have plenty of space for gathering and for playing with all the toys and games this house provides. The front porch was a highlight with a lovely view of the flowering Crepe Myrtles lining the center of the street. The outdoor shower was great for washing off sand, and the back laundry room was a perfect additional space for beach bags and shoes. We had a fantastic time - perfect home for my family of six plus my parents!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug, 2023
Thank you for your kind words! We hope to host you and your family again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location, amenities

Great place to spend a week in Cape Charles. Great location! Three blocks from the beach and all the shops/restaurants, you don't have to get into your car all week. Amenities! All the amenities make packing for the trip a breeze. The shed is stocked with a wagon, toys, floats, and chairs, bike, scooters, an umbrella stroller, and a tent (only missing a beach umbrella, if that's your thing). Inside, the kitchen has all the tools/utensils (even toddler-sized utensils). Lots of bath towels too. The upstairs has 2 pack-n-plays. Only downside: The outdoor shower door was removed (assuming the salt-water in the air rusted the hardware).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul, 2020
So happy you all enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

Our recent stay at this home was wonderful! We were traveling with 2 children (ages 3 & 7) and were blown away by all that was included. In addition to the two game tables and gear that's pictured, the house was loaded with games, books, toys, and lots of outdoor items for the kids. The shed was packed with everything needed for the beach, and there was an abundance of towels and linens etc. inside. The location can't be beat. We could easily walk to both the beach and park with the children. The bedrooms in the home were spacious and comfortable, and sound was never an issue. The clawfoot tub/shower upstairs was difficult to maneuver, especially for the older folks in our group...but the shower downstairs was good for all. We look forward to future stays in this home for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun, 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to having your family again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful location!

Big roomy home with lots of little special touches especially for kids!!! Very short walk to beach or main drag.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cape Charles rental review

great location - very kid friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great house for little ones

We got the family together for a week at the beach. This house was great for its proximity to the beach and the park
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girl's weekend

Lovely property which added to a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect House in Cape Charles

Our family was looking to go somewhere different for our annual vacation week and stumbled across Cape Charles. We loved the small town feel, but it still had plenty for us to do. The kids loved the beach since you could walk out a hundred yards and still stand. They also enjoyed the golf cart rides for ice cream or just cruising around town. The golf carts seemed to be the main way to get around. The house was perfect and had everything we needed. From tons of games to beach supplies. It was close to the beach and the main street where the shops are located. All walking distance. There isn’t much you need to bring with everything being provided including towels and bed linens. We loved sitting out on the big front porch! The owner, Jennifer, could not have been more helpful. She was very responsive and made everything extremely easy from check in to checkout. Unfortunately the upstairs air conditioner broke the second night and Jennifer immediately called someone to come take a look. She kept us updated over the next few days on the status and was very apologetic. We told her it wasn’t her fault, but she still bought us a very generous gift card to the Cape Charles Brewery for the trouble. We definitely recommend this house!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation in Cape Charles

Jennifer was very communicative and the check in process was easy. House was well stocked, including everything you need for a day at the beach. Location was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house for families with kids!

Perfect location - between the park and the beach, close to downtown (shaved ice and Brown Dog Ice Cream)! Jennifer was very responsive, easy check-in and out. The house has lots of amenities for kids - games, books, bikes, wagon and beach stuff! Made for an easy and enjoyable family get together with grandkids!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

PERFECT!!!

Perfect house for a small group or family get away, clean, great location, great area- quick walk to the beach or downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Walking distance to everything

Great location to the beach, shops, and park. Great for a few families!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Great location, easy walk to the beach. Spacious living areas Fully stocked kitchen. Great extra amenities like beach stuff.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
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