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Shell Cottage | East Side Assateague Channel Views w/ Decks, Outdoor Shower, Boat Parking & Pets

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Terrace/patio
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Living Area
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Onsite parking available
    Convenient and secure on-site parking, a rare amenity in the area.
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue
  • Washer/dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Chincoteague Island, VA
  • Place, Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Maui Jack's Waterpark
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Museum of Chincoteague
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
    ‪71 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Shell Cottage | East Side Assateague Channel Views w/ Decks, Outdoor Shower, Boat Parking & Pets

Come and enjoy a delightful vacation at "Shell Cottage"! Located on the popular East Side of Chincoteague Island, you'll enjoy water views of the Assateague Channel and lounging on the outside decks (one which includes an outside shower). This open floor plan home features two bedrooms downstairs (both with a queen bed and a TV each), a half bathroom, and spacious living room & kitchen. Upstairs you'll find 2 more bedrooms (one with twin trundle and the other with 2 twins) and a full bathroom. Just a short drive to the Memorial Waterfront Park, public boat launch, downtown area and restaurants! Shell Cottage also includes all the modern conveniences such as wireless internet, washer/dryer, dishwasher and more. And you'll have room to park your boat and trailer. This just may be your perfect vacation spot!

- Linens and towels are included with your reservation.
- No smoking is permitted on the premises.
- This property is pet friendly with a pet fee per pet. Pet fee is $150 per pet. All pets must be disclosed prior to arrival.
- Any reservations made for a future year (known as "Advanced Reservations") are subject to rate and availability changes. These reservations will be confirmed in January of the arrival year.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Property # 9651467
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Chincoteague

Birch Town, a neighbourhood in Chincoteague, is home to this holiday home. Captain Timothy Hill House and Assateague Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge and Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park. Maui Jack's Waterpark and Wallops Flight Facility are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks, fishing and birdwatching.
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Chincoteague Island, VA

What's nearby

  • Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Maui Jack's Waterpark - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Museum of Chincoteague - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Assateague Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Creamery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Steamers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Teaguers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ropewalk - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shell Cottage | East Side Assateague Channel Views w/ Decks, Outdoor Shower, Boat Parking & Pets pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Shell Cottage | East Side Assateague Channel Views w/ Decks, Outdoor Shower, Boat Parking & Pets?

As of 20 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shell Cottage | East Side Assateague Channel Views w/ Decks, Outdoor Shower, Boat Parking & Pets on 8 September 2026 start from NZ$879, 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 Shell Cottage | East Side Assateague Channel Views w/ Decks, Outdoor Shower, Boat Parking & Pets?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Shell Cottage | East Side Assateague Channel Views w/ Decks, Outdoor Shower, Boat Parking & Pets?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shell Cottage | East Side Assateague Channel Views w/ Decks, Outdoor Shower, Boat Parking & Pets?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shell Cottage | East Side Assateague Channel Views w/ Decks, Outdoor Shower, Boat Parking & Pets located?

Located in Birch Town, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park, Maui Jack's Waterpark and Chincoteague Channel. Museum of Chincoteague and Oyster Bay are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

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

💗💗 Shell Cottage

Our favorite place to stay on the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 October 2024
Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell K.

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

Family getaway

We stayed here for a family getaway for a few nights. We were quite happy here, and the fenced in year was perfect and secure for our dog to join us as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2023
Hi there! Thank you for staying with us! :) We are thrilled you and your fur baby enjoyed Shell Cottage! Best, Lea Anna ~ Chincoteague Resort Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa V.

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

Great weekend away

Lovely cottage in a great location, comfortable and attractive, great for two couples. We all loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2023
Thank you for staying with us, Lisa! :) We hope to see you again at Shell Cottage!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly B.

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

S

The property was great. Very clean and the property managers were amazing. We hope to come back! Hot tub was a highlight.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

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

First Beach Trip

Wonderful place to stay! We brought our 2 year old down with us and I felt very safe letting her walk around both inside the property and outside. The upstairs is weirdly much larger then the photos give it credit for, the hot tub was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Liana K.

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

Quick weekend get away

Over all the house was great. Close to what we wanted to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2023
Hi there! Thank you for staying with us! :) We hope to have you back again. Best, Lea Anna ~ Chincoteague Resort Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for our family and pets. Spacious, clean, modern and well declared home. We loved our stay! Two suggestions for future guests, add chicken wire to the fence to prevent smaller dogs going through the slats. Another suggestion would be to extend the raining to the first two big steps, hard for older guests. Thank you!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

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

Perfect stay!

The cottage fit us all so comfortably and we had ample space to include our dog. The fenced in yard was a bonus for him. The hot tub was perfect, we used it daily since the weather was a little chilly. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2024
We love that you and your family had such a good time at this wonderful home!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bonnie a.

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

Family fun

It was everything we expected and more! You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2024
Our sentiments exactly!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn B.

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

Magical time!!

As you can tell from my review we love Shell Cottage as well as Chincoteague Island!! We will be back for a week in September and intend to make some reservations for next year. Our doggie Gidget also loved the fenced in yard!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2024
Thank you so much for a wonderful review Marilyn! We hope to have you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nancy c.

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

My Trip

Great time. Needs a new kitchen faucet and trash can that works otherwise very open and spacious.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2023
Thank you for staying with us! :) We cannot wait to have y'all back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonja H.

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

Great vacation

Property was very well maintained and clean. The yard space was great for my dogs. We had a couple of times where we had to contact the host . Both times they replied quickly. We would definitely go there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 April 2024
Thank you for such a wonderful review! We hope to see you again Sonja!
Verified

8/10 Good

sheila l.

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

Short trip to the shore!

The property is really nice. Great back deck area as well. Nice lay out. Close to everything. I rated it 4 stars because there were no paper products in the rental. We were not told to bring any so upon entering we had to ensure we had toilet paper, although some on the holder not enough for 4 days.and I’d rent it again. Great for pets all the other paper products you’d expect.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy E.

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

Weekend getaway with friends

We were a party consisting of 3 couples with 3 dogs staying at this rental for the weekend. The overall trip was great and we would revisit this rental for sure! The rental location was perfect for exploring the area with or without pets. There were a lot of good local food places to check out. The fenced in yard was great for the dogs as we could sit outside with them. The management company even presented us with 3 doggie packages upon arrival which was super cute and appreciated!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2024
Hi Tammy! It sounds like Shell Cottage was perfect for your group and pups too! We hope to have you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicky T.

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

Wonderful!!

Was everything we wanted. Clean,specious, quite definitely would return. If there was one small thing. I would suggest a rail on the steps on the hot tub for us older girls😊. Already spoke to people about the rental. Have a great day
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne G.

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

A Great little hide away

Perfect house ,so enjoyed our stay. My one suggestion is there was no working coffee makers. They were all broke and did not work. One very small one that maybe made 2 or 3 cups? Everything else was perfect !! We will be back ! A 10 star for sure !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2024
Thanks Jeanne! Coffee is vital, so we will make sure to address this with our property care department and ensure there is a new one in for your next visit! :)
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marilyn B.

Disliked: Communication

Dusappointment

Coffeemakers and toaster not working. Mattress old and sagging. My husband and I had to alternate sleeping on couch bc sleeping on mattress hurt our backs. And the couch wasnt that comfy either. Very saggy in places.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Eliza N.

Pretty good, but room for improvement

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The little cottage and its location were good, however, there were some things that could be improved. For example, none of the TVs were functioning. Our rental agent, Lea, suggested that someone could stop by, but in the limited time we had available we were on the go most of the time. Although our first impression of the property's appearance was positive, there are some serious cleaning issues; for example, inside of kitchen cabinets and appliances. Among other details the yard needs urgent care. Finally, instructions about where to find what would be extremely helpful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Melanie D.

November 2022 Stay

Came in to an extremely clean, well taken care of home. Plenty to common space to eat meals and watch movies together, yet well separated bedrooms to also enjoy our private time. Although not directly on the water, still beautiful sunrise views from the front window (pictured here). And the hot tub under the stars made for the ultimate relaxing end to our days exploring. Less than 10 minutes away from everything-Highly recommend Up the Bay Pony tours for a closer look at all the wild life, Island Creamery for unique icecream flavors, Gary Howard for fresh seafood and AJ's on the Creek for fine dining! Only negative would be the amount of supplies we had to bring on our own and the required cleaning upon check out for the price/fees we paid. But despite this would definitely stay here again for our next visit to the island.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Fantastic rental house

We had a fantastic time staying at Shell Cottage. The cottage was exactly as advertised. It is much bigger inside than it looks and we loved the beach theme used inside for decorating. Our pup really enjoyed the large fenced yard, the kitchen was well stocked and the location was perfect for our needs. The hot tub was an amazing addition that we enjoyed daily during our visit! The downstairs front bedroom gets very bright in the morning. Because of this I would recommend adding black out curtains but it did not deter from our stay at all. Overall, this cottage was amazing and we would stay there again during future visits to Chincoteague.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2023
Thank you Jennifer for your kind review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gaynor H.

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

Perfect - We’ve found our go-to Chincoteague vacation rental

No complaints whatsoever. Lovely home, great location (nice and quiet), easy reservation process.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2023
Thank you so much.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Karen F.

September 2022 Stay

Shell Cottage - don't want to give a good secret away, but this property is wonderful. TV was tricky - need a note regarding how to connect - and the beds are not the most comfortable but are ok. Everything else is great! New dishwasher and stove were installed while we were there - and the hot tub was a great surprise!! We will definitely be returning again. Best yard for the dog too!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Cindy C.

August 2022 Stay

We enjoyed our stay at Shell Cottage! It was close to everything we wanted to do (bike rental, walkining trails, pony tour by boat, great restaurants). Kitchen was well equipped. The beds were comfy, as was the living room sofa. Our dog especially enjoyed playing in the big fenced yard. Four stars, because the dishwasher quit on the second day, but I'm sure it will be replaced for the next guest.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2023
Hi Cindy! Thanks for staying with us! We apologize about the dishwasher - the homeowner has purchased a new one and we are waiting for it the be delivered. :) We look forward to having you and your family again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

jody p.

July 2022 Stay

We chose Shell Cottage for the fenced yard, and partial water view. The pet friendly house is a priority for our two dogs. The house was decorated so very nicely, great beach theme. Very comfortable couch and chairs. Great furnishings. loved the upstairs bedrooms. Super cute. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals. Even though we brought home lots of steamed clams and fresh fish. It was nice to know we had all the utensils we may need. Rode bikes to the wildlife loop beach access everyday, about 5 miles. Then walked the beach. A really wonderful experience staying for almost a full month. Love the Eastside Road location. The folks at bike/outfitter shop were super friendly and helpful. The folks at the Resort office were great -and super helpful, and came right away when I locked myself out! Loved our time at Shell Cottage. Clean and comfy. Thank you so much for making it very pet friendly. everything was just wonderful!
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2023
Thank you for staying with us Jody! We are thrilled to hear you loved Shell Cottage. See you again next year! :)
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Glenda H.

June 2022 Stay

Loved Shell Cottage! Great house layout. Loved the outdoor spaces. Easy access to boat ramps and all other activities. The fenced in yard was a big plus! In addition, Chincoteague Resort Vacations were extremely helpful in getting a new refrigerator in place when the old one died. Great service!
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2023
Thank you so much for staying with us! :)

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