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Downtown, Sleeps 9, Dog-friendly, Short Walk to the Beach

Holiday home in Cape Charles with kitchen and balcony

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Front of House
Front Door
Front Porch with Porch Swing
Looking East
Front Porch Seating
Looking West
Entryway

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Cape Charles, VA
  • Place, Cape Charles Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Charles Harbor
  • Place, Bay Creek Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 deadlock

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.
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Cape Charles, VA

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Kiptopeke State Park - 15 min drive - 19.5 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hardee's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Small’s Smokehouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Shanty - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sting-Ray's Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown, Sleeps 9, Dog-friendly, Short Walk to the Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Downtown, Sleeps 9, Dog-friendly, Short Walk to the Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Downtown, Sleeps 9, Dog-friendly, Short Walk to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown, Sleeps 9, Dog-friendly, Short Walk to the Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Downtown, Sleeps 9, Dog-friendly, Short Walk to the Beach located?

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 137 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jillian K.

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

Family friendly stay in Cape Charles

The place was perfect for our family. Our family of five fit perfectly in the connected rooms and then the grandparents stayed in the room with the king bed. Everyone was comfortable and we loved the location. The outdoor shower was perfect for rinsing off the sand after the beach and the house was well stocked. Overall it was a great beach stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bernice B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home base for a laid-back beach trip to Cape Charles with the family. We couldn't find some of the beach items listed, but the owner was really responsive in helping make sure we had access to what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

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

Great stay

Location was great - we were able to walk to nearly everything in Cape Charles. The house was comfortable and suited our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni Y.

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

Great Cape Charles Location

So nice to find a dog-friendly property close to the public beach and very walkable to town. Historic home is cute and quirky with everything you need for a family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abby P., Norfolk, Va

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

Family weekend away

This property was just as described and perfect for a quick weekend away. Owners were responsive and very easy to communicate with. We will be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda I.

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

Enjoyed the house!

Cute house. Loved the bikes and paddle boards. Close to downtown and beach. Great spot!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne K.

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

Laidback beach getaway

Always a pleasure to stay at this home. Owner provides everything one could need for meal prep, washing, playing at the beach. Very comfortable. Well located near town and easy walk to beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana V.

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

Experience

Convenient location, nice historic house, the owner was great and easy to communicate .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

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

Wonderful Stay

Unfortunately the only the wrong with the stay was the weather. The location is perfect, right next to stores and the downtown location and only a few blocks away from the beach. We traveled with 2 infants and 1 toddler and the toddler had a great time in the backyard and especially at the beach. Very happy with our stay and would recommend this house to anyone.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Regina S.

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

Disappointing

Great location. Plenty of parking. The big issue was cleanliness. Upon our 5:45pm arrival, the house was not cleaned by a service. The owner promptly sent cleaners over. Kitchen pots and pans, bowls, and silverware was dirty, and…there were roaches.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen G.

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

Wonderful weekend with dear friends

The house is absolutely charming and quite comfortable. We loved being able to walk into town and to the beach. And Mike, the owner, always responded in a timely manner when we had questions. As a host, he's tops!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Dan F.

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

Quaint & Good Location

Overall we really enjoyed this property. We found it had everything we needed and the location was great. There was some cleanliness issues…. Food on plates and pans, coffee left in carafe, grounds left in machine, hair/dust balls on floors, stained towels. Not overly objectionable but greater care is needed on these items.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

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

Perfect location!

We had a great stay in this house! The house has charm and all the basics you need. The street is very quiet and peaceful. We loved sitting on the porch and catching the breeze. We frequent Eastern Shore VA frequently but have never stayed in Cape Charles itself. The owner Mike was great. Sent me a message to make sure everything was okay and to contact him if we needed anything. We would definitely stay here again! We had a great time and so did our dogs!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anne K.

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

Comfortable pet friendly get away

Plenty of space and beds for our family of 5. Large sectional in living room is so comfortable, offering a nice gathering spot for the family. Home is well stocked with towels, cookware, and paper supplies. The coffee bar with choice of Nespresso, keurig, and standard coffee brewing is awesome. The kids love the surrey and bikes, and mom appreciates the outdoor shower to rinse off the beach! But above all, pet friendly is most appreciated. There’s no dog fur on the furniture or carpets, the home is kept very clean. The owner is friendly and so easy to communicate with. We love staying here every summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an adorable home! Conveniently located and a perfect family getaway. We loved walking to shops and restaurants. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly and great place for families with legos and toys and games for the kids! Wonderful house. Love the area. Easy walking to the beach and shops and food/drinks.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very nice stay. The house was clean and had everything we needed. The location was excellent, we could walk to almost everything. Our dog really enjoyed the trip as well since she got to go for golf cart rides.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. Easy check in process. Home was clean and well equipped. We loved using the stand up paddle board and kayaks. Cape Charles has a great beach with easy parking, warm water, and minimal waves. Our dog had a great time playing in the water in the mornings.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Property was clean and beds were very comfortable. Lots of water water toys for use, along with board games and books. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

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

Wonderful place!

Wonderful house! Clean, easy walk to places, loved the front porch swing. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles F.

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

Fishing trip

Property is located in a very convenient area literally a short walk to most of what we needed to do. Beautiful home
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Denise L.

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

Cape Charles stay

The house location was excellent. The kitchen was a bit of a disappointment, it was small and the pots and pans were lacking in the sense there were no smaller pots and the layoff was not functional. The upstairs bath needs updated the tub needs reglazing and its dangerous to use. I have some mobility issues so its not user friendly to older people. Otherwise we enjoyed our time there
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

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

Great stay!

Prime location, great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L.

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

❤️ Cape Charles

Location in everything and Cape Cottage is in perfect location. Quaint 1901 house that has turn of the century charm and modern convenience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

karen k.

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

Great stay

House had so much to offer. We didn’t stay long enough to utilize all the fun things. Great location. Lots of space to hold large groups. Mike was super easy to work with. Answered questions in a timely fashion. We’ve stayed in several homes in Cape Charles and this was one of our favorites.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mike McKinley

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