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Family Retreat steps to Beach/Grill, Patio & Golf Cart included!

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Historic Downtown Cape Charles

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A spacious room with a large window, a wooden dining table, and a seating area with chairs.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a staircase.
A room with a view through a large window, a lamp, a chair with a cushion, and a plant on a table.
A spacious dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a view of the backyard through large windows.
A living room with a staircase, a yellow sofa, a round coffee table, and a chandelier.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 83000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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

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About the neighborhood

Cape Charles

Historic Downtown Cape Charles stay.At this Historic Downtown Cape Charles vacation home, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Chesapeake Bay and Cape Charles Beach. Cape Charles Harbor and Central Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Chesapeake Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cape Charles Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Central Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Oyster Farm Marina - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hardee's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Shanty - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Small’s Smokehouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ajs Bar & Grille - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Family Retreat steps to Beach/Grill, Patio & Golf Cart included!

Leave the car behind and enjoy the best of Cape Charles on foot. This charming coastal cottage is just a short walk to the beach, shops, and restaurants. Relax on the patio, fire up the grill, and enjoy easy, laid-back beach living. Golf Cart optional.

This one of a kind picturesque historic home is situated perfectly near the beach on the west end of Historic Cape Charles for your family vacation. The house is one block from the family friendly beach and ½ block to the business district with all the shopping and restaurants you could want. Park your car with the unlimited street parking available and you’ll never need to drive again during your stay at this massive retreat originally built in 1913.

Designer decorated with nautical and timeless pieces in a bright and cheerful beach theme. The highlight of the house is its massive wraparound porch where you will spend your mornings sipping coffee and after a full day at the beach your evening happy hours watching the town stroll by. If porches and fresh air aren’t your thing then the newly added rear sun/screen room with views out to the harbor and bay will be your relaxing and socializing hotspot. The warm inviting parlor is perfect for reading, relaxing or visiting. Large farm-style dining room just off the kitchen is suitable for even the largest of family meals and gatherings. Family room has 55" Smart TV with NetFlix and AppleTV. Three large bedrooms and one kids “cabin”. The home is centrally heated and cooled and the bedrooms have remote control celling fans. Two full renovated baths on the second floor and one ½ bath on the main level. Corner lot has large yard for outdoor activities and sundeck and stone patio leading to the garage where you can store your beach gear in the evenings. Optional Golf cart can be included with your stay to scoot around to anywhere you’d ever need to go in town.

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  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Family Retreat steps to Beach/Grill, Patio & Golf Cart included! to the airport?

This vacation home is 39.5 mi (50-min drive) away from the Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Family Retreat steps to Beach/Grill, Patio & Golf Cart included! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Family Retreat steps to Beach/Grill, Patio & Golf Cart included! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 3-minute walk from Cape Charles Beach and 10.9 mi (16-min drive) from Wilkins Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Family Retreat steps to Beach/Grill, Patio & Golf Cart included! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Family Retreat steps to Beach/Grill, Patio & Golf Cart included!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Family Retreat steps to Beach/Grill, Patio & Golf Cart included!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Family Retreat steps to Beach/Grill, Patio & Golf Cart included!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Family Retreat steps to Beach/Grill, Patio & Golf Cart included! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Family Retreat steps to Beach/Grill, Patio & Golf Cart included! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Family Retreat steps to Beach/Grill, Patio & Golf Cart included! to downtown Cape Charles?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Cape Charles.

Family Retreat steps to Beach/Grill, Patio & Golf Cart included! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house in a great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thi house is in the perfect location, and has a very cute design, and the hosts are very comunicative and helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful weekend away at the Cape!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying in this charming, spacious home. The neighborhood is so pretty, and the location is unbeatable -- one minute to beach, ice cream, shops, and restaurants. Host was so communicative and helpful. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location, beautiful house

Couldn't have asked for a better location or more comfortable house for our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family trip with kids

We had a great time! Perfect location and a fun trip with little kids
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cape Charles weekend

Great location Cool house Will return!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our home away from home

We look forward to returning to bay Charles year after year. This gracious home has everything needed for a relaxing beach vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Stay

We had a wonderful time at Bay Charles. The house is lovely, and the neighborhood is so quaint. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely house

We loved staying at Bay Charles! The location was perfect for walking to town and the beach. And we spent alot of time on the beautiful wrap around front porch and the toddlers loved the back yard to kick a ball around.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was my family’s 2nd stay in this beautiful home. It is wonderful to have so many spaces to spread out and do different activities. We had a rainy weekend so lots of games, movies or just porch sitting. It is so close to the beach and town. I highly recommend this house. The hosts are very friendly and responsive. The house is well laid out and you can tell it is well taken care of. We will definitely be back!Susan W.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming Charles

Beautifully appointed house in great location. Close to beach, shopping, and restaurants. Lovely front porch with plentiful seating plus all season room in the back. Easy parking. We enjoyed this house rain and shine! Would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home!

I have stayed in a number of rentals in Cape Charles and this was one of the nicest places! It was very clean and spacious. Of note, the room with the two twin beds would be fine for two small children, it is not quite big enough for two teenagers. The location is fantastic and they were very responsive to the questions we had during the week. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely vacation

Our family had a wonderful week. The house is nicely renovated and really cute. We were able to squeeze a Pack n Play for our grand baby into the fourth bedroom. We booked again for next year! The golf cart was a fun add on. Location was outstanding: one block away from the beach and Brown Dog ice cream!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exactly as I imagined!

We had a great time at the Bay Charles! House was lovely, spacious and very comfortable. Our family gathered every morning in the sunroom or on the back patio for coffee. Front porch was a great alternative spot to relax and/or enjoy a swing on the porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and location. Amenities (golf cart - extra ) were also great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Beach Home

We had an amazing time staying in this home. We had two families totally 9 people and it was such a wonderful place to stay. The decoration and furniture were so welcoming and relaxing. We spent the mornings in the sun room off the back enjoying coffee and pastries from the local bakery. We spent the evenings on the front porch enjoying the day, sipping wine and cocktails. The front porch is HUGE, we had an infant who loved being able to crawl, explore and wander around while the adults sat and hung out together. The house is a stones throw from the beach which made it so easy to walk over or to take the golf over for a quick dip. The house is also just a block away from downtown. It was so much fun to be able to walk out your door and almost immediately be in the little town, going to shops and restaurants. If there is any negative, it would be that he kitchen is a little on the small side so making a large meal is a little challenging. But the kitchen is well equipped for the size with all sorts of pots, pans, appliances, and most everything you could need. We would absolutely stay in this home again. It was such a calm, relaxing home to stay in and Cape Charles as a whole is an incredible place for small children given the beach is like a big bathtub and pretty shallow for 100+ yards out. It was just a phenomenal place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

First Time Cape Charles

First time in Cape Charles and we loved it. We couldn't have asked for better weather. The location was great and the house was adorable. Loved the front porch swing...it will be dearly missed
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house, lovely location

This house is in a perfect location, tastefully decorated, and has all the amenities for a great vacation. The wrap around porch and screened in sunroom were perfect places to hang out. If I could give more than 5 stars, I would.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easter at ESVA

Beautiful and unique home. Our 2 children had a blast playing hide & seek in all the rooms and the location could not have been more ideal.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, well-maintained house

We enjoyed a late April trip and appreciated the great location! Having the golf cart included with the rental was hugely helpful! We were able to walk or ride to the beach and pier within just minutes, and we took daily rides in the golf cart for coffee/pastries, lunch, ice cream, dinner, etc. The house was well-maintained and decorated with a beachy, updated feel. Bedrooms were large (although we would have loved at least one king bed!), and the kids "cabin" worked well for small children. The large, flat side yard was also a huge plus, as our kids could play soccer there easily!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceptional Experience

This was our first trip to Cape Charles and it was such an enjoyable vacation. This home was beautiful inside with furniture and decor that was out of a magazine. The location to town and the beach was perfect, just one block.. We will be back many more times.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect house LOCATION LOCATION!

House was perfect and beautifully appointed and decorated. Had everything we needed. I miss read the listing and thought it was 4 full bedrooms + the kids room. Maybe my mistake. Cape Charles is an wonderful town and this group of moms had an amazing 5 day getaway. Don’t miss out on the state park.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and house!

I highly recommend this property if you are a group of 8 or less. Four large bedrooms sleep two each; 3 of the rooms have queens and one room has 2 twins. Obviously that means 6 people are sharing beds, so it works best for couples and 2 kids on the twins. We were 3 women all related to each other, and 4 kids from one family, so we doubled up as mother and child, grandmother and child, one adult in one of the queen rooms, and 2 kids on the twins. The kitchen is very well equipped, modern and clean appliances, older but charming cabinets and counters. One full bath modernized, and one full bath with lots of room for your toiletry items and a freestanding tub with old fashioned shower attached with shower curtain. Half bath downstairs. Lots of lamps and comfy furniture, including bed mattresses and linens. House is large and spacious and really lovely. Best part…..one block to the beach and one block to Mason Ave, the Main Street and downtown area. The location cannot be beat. Corner lot and neighbors only on one side. Property manager Kathy was very responsive, and helpful. I hope to rent this house again, and I highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming!

The property is perfectly situated by town and the beach. The house was exceptionally clean and very well stocked. It's a beautiful home, we loved sitting on the front porch! Can't say enough great things about the house. Will definitely be back for another visit!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2022