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Downtown, Sleeps 9, Dog-friendly, Short Walk to the Beach
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)
Back Bedroom
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Middle Bedroom
1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Downstairs Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Upstair Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Downtown, Sleeps 9, Dog-friendly, Short Walk to the Beach
When it came to our family and Cape Charles, it was love at first sight. The peace and quiet, the beauty of the Bay, the warm sand of the beach, the friendly people and eclectic shops and restaurants... the town captured our hearts immediately. Our family (mom, dad, five kids, and a Bernese mountain dog named Yankee) has built a million cherished memories here, and we hope that you will too!
Cape Cottage is a clean, comfortable, charming Victorian... a perfect spot for your Cape Charles beach vacation! The peaceful downtown location leaves you just a short walk from shopping, restaurants, and (most importantly, as far as we are concerned) the beach.
The home has three bedrooms and two full baths. The living room has a comfortable sectional couch and a great TV for watching movies or sports. We love our dog and wouldn't want to vacation without her; we assume that if you have a dog, you want to bring him or her too!
The house has everything that you need to have a marvelous vacation -- the kitchen is spacious and stocked with all the pots, pans, dishes, and appliances that you have at home (coffee pot, Keurig, Nespresso -- did we mention that we are coffee people?). The house features cable TV (there are flat screen TVs in the living room and in two of the bedrooms), WiFi, central heat and AC, and on-demand hot water (so your whole crew can clean up without draining the tank!). New mattresses throughout the house will ensure a good night's sleep. The cleaning fee covers all linens and towels, so you won't have to bring those with you.
Outside, there is a wrap-around front porch with a porch swing and lounge chairs. In the back, there is a spacious back yard with lights, a portable fire-pit, a charcoal grill/smoker, and an outdoor dining set. Set up a round of corn-hole or horseshoes, throw something tasty on the grill, open a cold drink of your choice, and watch the time fly.
In the shed you'll find everything you need to have a great day on the water -- an adult and kid-sized stand-up paddle-boards, adults and kid-sized kayaks, beach chairs, toys, games, bicycles, and the family's pride and joy -- a 5 person surrey.
Cape Charles is a hidden gem. Whether you're into nature, wildlife, hiking, shopping, eating, water-sports, or just sitting on the beach reading a good book... we are sure that you are going to have a wonderful vacation!
Cape Cottage is a clean, comfortable, charming Victorian... a perfect spot for your Cape Charles beach vacation! The peaceful downtown location leaves you just a short walk from shopping, restaurants, and (most importantly, as far as we are concerned) the beach.
The home has three bedrooms and two full baths. The living room has a comfortable sectional couch and a great TV for watching movies or sports. We love our dog and wouldn't want to vacation without her; we assume that if you have a dog, you want to bring him or her too!
The house has everything that you need to have a marvelous vacation -- the kitchen is spacious and stocked with all the pots, pans, dishes, and appliances that you have at home (coffee pot, Keurig, Nespresso -- did we mention that we are coffee people?). The house features cable TV (there are flat screen TVs in the living room and in two of the bedrooms), WiFi, central heat and AC, and on-demand hot water (so your whole crew can clean up without draining the tank!). New mattresses throughout the house will ensure a good night's sleep. The cleaning fee covers all linens and towels, so you won't have to bring those with you.
Outside, there is a wrap-around front porch with a porch swing and lounge chairs. In the back, there is a spacious back yard with lights, a portable fire-pit, a charcoal grill/smoker, and an outdoor dining set. Set up a round of corn-hole or horseshoes, throw something tasty on the grill, open a cold drink of your choice, and watch the time fly.
In the shed you'll find everything you need to have a great day on the water -- an adult and kid-sized stand-up paddle-boards, adults and kid-sized kayaks, beach chairs, toys, games, bicycles, and the family's pride and joy -- a 5 person surrey.
Cape Charles is a hidden gem. Whether you're into nature, wildlife, hiking, shopping, eating, water-sports, or just sitting on the beach reading a good book... we are sure that you are going to have a wonderful vacation!
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Pets
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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 activities can be experienced at Oyster Farm Marina and Bay Creek Golf Club.

Cape Charles, VA
What's nearby
- Central Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Cape Charles Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Oyster Farm Marina - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Bay Creek Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Small’s Smokehouse - 4 min drive
- Hardee's - 5 min drive
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- The Shanty - 10 min walk
- Sting-Ray's Restaurant - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
18 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Megan G.
7 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Megan G.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Melanie M.
15 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Melanie M.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tim K.
24 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tim K.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Katie C.
14 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place!
Katie C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jillian K.
27 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family friendly stay in Cape Charles
Jillian K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karen W.
3 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Karen W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Charles F.
27 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing trip
Charles F.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Bernice B.
17 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bernice B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Barbara T.
28 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the lication- close to shops, beach and restaurants
Barbara T.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Emily W.
29 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Emily W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nicholas E.
16 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation!
Nicholas E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Toni Y.
24 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cape Charles Location
Toni Y.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Marion K.
19 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Fun
Marion K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Erin L.
21 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Family Vacation
Erin L.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Abby P.
6 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family weekend away
Abby P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Deborah L.
15 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
❤️ Cape Charles
Deborah L.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Ashli L.
14 May, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Ashli L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Joe D.
20 Apr, 2023
Liked: Communication, location
Cape Charles Weekend
Joe D.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Judy A.
21 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super fun stay in Cape Charles
Judy A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amanda I.
1 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the house!
Amanda I.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anne K.
6 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Laidback beach getaway
Anne K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Phillip Z.
30 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming house close to the row of shops
Phillip Z.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly C.
20 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cape Charles Family Getaway
Kimberly C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brenda M.
1 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cape May
Brenda M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
About the host
Hosted by Mike McKinley
Languages:
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