Cape Charles Vacation Rentals: house rentals & more

Discover a selection of 199 vacation rentals in Cape Charles that are perfect for your trip. Whether you’re traveling with friends, family, or even pets, Vrbo vacation homes have the best amenities for hanging out with the people that matter most, including swimming pools and private pools. Prices start at $185 per night, and houses and cottages are popular options for a stay in Cape Charles. Either way, you'll find a rental for everyone's needs.

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Stayed Apr 2021

Great getaway

The property was beautiful and a great location. We enjoyed ourselves. The air conditioner broke but they sent someone out immediately and although it couldn't be fixed the temperatures were such that we were comfortable. It was only on one floor but...

Stayed Apr 2021

Flawless

You will be hard pressed to come up with something you’re missing at this house. Well maybe nightlife, but we managed to make our own on the screened in porch each night. The home is well equipped with items that all seem brand new, and it is well bu...

Stayed Apr 2021

Cape Charles condo

We had a great time in Cape Charles. Location was perfect just two blocks off the beach, an easy walk, and light car traffic allowed for lots of biking opportunities. Condo is beautifully renovated and brand new — couldn’t possibly be better for a co...

Stayed Apr 2021

The perfect getaway!

The photos definitely don’t do this property justice! It’s lovely, yet so comfortable and well-located. It’s perfect for a large or more than one family, with at least a half bath in each room. We had no idea to expect so many accessories and definit...

Stayed Mar 2021

Cute house/ great location

We stayed at this house during spring break for 4 nights. The house looks new and bright inside. The house has most of kitchen items which was plus. The house has many board games. It was unfortunately that the Internet service was down while we stay...

Stayed Mar 2021

Cozy Cottage in Prime Location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Bay Beauty in St. Charles. The home was tastefully furnished and comfortable. It is perfectly located a half block from the beach, and 2-3 blocks from the main drag of shops and the town playground. With younger ...

Stayed Mar 2021

Beautiful and well appointed

Such a lovely home with an easy walk to shops and the beach. It also had everything you could need for an enjoyable beach vacation (we loved that it was clearly well thought out by parents...step stools for the bathroom sinks, beach toys, and even a ...

Stayed Mar 2021

Highly recommend! Perfect beach house

This was our first time in Cape Charles and we’ll be back - both to CC and to Matt & Mary’s house! We loved it. A perfectly clean, updated home for our family of 3. Our young son enjoyed the swingswet in the backyard and toys in the closet. I book VR...

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Destination guide

Discover why “Virginia is for Lovers” in Cape Charles

Fall in love with the charm of Cape Charles, recapturing its 19th-century glory days when the railroad gave birth to this beautiful destination. Located on the shores of Chesapeake Bay in Eastern Virginia, soak up the sun on the mile-long beach or set sail on the water. Return for a bayside meal or drop in to the many unique stores in the Downtown district. Featuring a wide range of activities, family fun abounds and golf lovers will not be disappointed with the 2 nationally-ranked courses. Cape Charles vacation rentals feature historic homes and private beach hideaways.

Things to do

Experience historic Cape Charles

Visit the family-friendly Cape Charles Museum for a look back in time at its railroad past. Docents are on hand to answer any questions about this and other historic venues. Pick up information about area attractions or extend the family fun with a picnic. Take a trail ride to admire Cape Charles on horseback or enjoy a show at the Art Deco Historic Palace Theater, spotlighting local, regional, and national talent. If relaxing and unwinding is at the top of your list, drop in at the day spa or simply find that perfect spot to enjoy a fabulous view.

Activities

Cape Charles is more than a bayside beauty

Fun in the sun and water is not the only activity that will keep you smiling in the Cape Charles vacation rentals. Swim, windsurf, and sail to your heart’s content, or take a guided horseback ride. Satisfy your curiosity about local history, or just relax and unwind. Enjoy some bay-side dining at a Viennese-inspired coffee house, Irish pub, or old-fashioned soda fountain. Practice your swing on the 2 signature golf courses, designed by legends Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer. The local theater in Cape Charles also features an eclectic array of entertainment for an additional dose of family-friendly excitement.

Weather

Perfect weather almost all year round in Cape Charles

Boasting average temperatures just shy of 50°F all year round, April and May enjoy the mid-50s and 60s while October and November barely top the low 50s and 60s. Cape Charles is sunny in any season. Light, occasional showers are refreshing and bay breezes keep it pleasant in warmer months, making Cape Charles vacation rentals desirable accommodation choices at any time of the year. Sultry in the summer and mild in winter, the spring and fall months perhaps offer the most pleasant temperatures in Cape Charles.

Natural features

A nature-lovers’ haven in Cape Charles

The Natural Wildlife Refuge provides numerous trails that take visitors through several natural communities and habitats. Its home to monarch butterflies, migratory songbirds and raptors, marsh and water birds, as well as 34 mammal species. Check out the scenes at the Visitor Center’s viewing window and visit any of the 3 pollinator/native plant gardens. The Annual Eastern Shore of Virginia Birding and Wildlife Festival that takes place in the first weekend of October, and the Annual International Migratory Bird Day, in May, are just some of the popular events.

How to get there

Traveling to and around Cape Charles

Fly into Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.), the closest airport, located 26.5 mi (42.7 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could also fly into Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.), which is 29.8 mi (48 km) away.

How many vacation rentals are available around Cape Charles?

Our 2021 property listings offer a large selection of 199 vacation rentals around Cape Charles. From 168 house rentals to 15 cottage rentals, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable holiday or a weekend with your family and friends.