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Family-Friendly Fun Just 1 Block from Downtown Cape Charles

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Cape Charles

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Marina
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 153200 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Cape Charles, VA
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Charles Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Oyster Farm Marina
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cape Charles

Heart of Cape Charles.Within a 10-minute walk of this Historic Downtown Cape Charles vacation home, you'll find Central Park and Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center. Chesapeake Bay and Cape Charles Harbor are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Central Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cape Charles Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Oyster Farm Marina - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Bay Creek Golf Club - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

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

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

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-Friendly Fun Just 1 Block from Downtown Cape Charles

Looking for the perfect place for a family reunion or multi-family getaway? Welcome to Life’s A Beach—a roomy, comfortable vacation home in the heart of Cape Charles that’s made for making memories.

With sleeping space for 15 guests in beds across five bedrooms, this home offers plenty of room to spread out and relax. The bedrooms are spread across the second and third floors, giving everyone their own space to unwind after a day of sun, sand, and exploring.

The setup is ideal for larger groups:

Bedroom 1: King bed
Bedroom 2: Twin trundle and bunk bed (full on bottom, twin on top)
Bedroom 3: Full bed
Bedroom 4: Full bed and bunk bed (full on bottom, twin on top)
Bedroom 5: Queen bed
Kick back in the cozy family room with streaming services, a Blu-ray player, and plenty of space for movie nights. Three of the bedrooms also have streaming access, and Bedroom 4 includes a DVD player—perfect for keeping kids entertained.

Located just one block from Main Street, you're steps away from the best of Cape Charles—charming shops, local restaurants, and the famous Brown Dog Ice Cream, ranked among the top ten in the U.S. by TripAdvisor. There’s even a new pizza spot right nearby for easy, delicious dinners.

Cape Charles is a golf cart friendly town, with rentals available throughout the area. Beach cruiser bikes are also easy to find and a fun way to explore. When you’re ready to adventure beyond town, day trips to Chincoteague, Virginia Beach, and even Colonial Williamsburg are all within reach.

Please note: While the home has an upstairs balcony, it is currently locked for safety.

Bed linens and bath towels are provided, along with a starter pack of essentials including toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, and laundry detergent to help you settle in comfortably.

Life’s A Beach is set up for streaming, set up for comfort, and set up for fun. Come experience the charm, relaxation, and small-town magic of Cape Charles—your group will thank you.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing 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

  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Unit size: 3,200 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Family-Friendly Fun Just 1 Block from Downtown Cape Charles to the airport?

This vacation home is 39 mi (50-min drive) away from the Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Family-Friendly Fun Just 1 Block from Downtown Cape Charles have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Family-Friendly Fun Just 1 Block from Downtown Cape Charles to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 11-minute walk from Cape Charles Beach and 10.4 mi (15-min drive) from Wilkins Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Family-Friendly Fun Just 1 Block from Downtown Cape Charles offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Family-Friendly Fun Just 1 Block from Downtown Cape Charles?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Family-Friendly Fun Just 1 Block from Downtown Cape Charles?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Family-Friendly Fun Just 1 Block from Downtown Cape Charles?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Family-Friendly Fun Just 1 Block from Downtown Cape Charles have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Family-Friendly Fun Just 1 Block from Downtown Cape Charles have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Family-Friendly Fun Just 1 Block from Downtown Cape Charles to downtown Cape Charles?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Cape Charles.

Family-Friendly Fun Just 1 Block from Downtown Cape Charles Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 52 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a large group. House is not fancy but very comfortable. Cape Charles has a good vibe. With a little updating house would be perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Judith D.

Good space but tired interior

Big rooms and a good location, but dirty carpets and tired, worn furnishings.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kirstin I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place - needs some updating and many more mirrors!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Pam A.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice location. Not well maintained home.

We were underwhelmed by the home. On the positive, lovely historic home in great proximity to everything. Negative, house smells of pet urine, carpets had urine stains, kitchen floor was disgusting, utensils needed to be washed before using, dishwasher had food in the bottom. No dish washer detergent was provided. The back porch needs power washing and repair. There is no hot tub or jetted tub as advertised. It is a duplex… not a single family home
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa T., Midlothian, Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness

Large duplex in a great location

The duplex is very big--more space than our family needed, but the extra space was great to have. We loved that the home is dog friendly. The duplex is in a great location, close to the park, the bakery and the main street with shops and restaurants in downtown Cape Charles. Corrina/the property manager was very responsive to my questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M., Chesapeake

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice large house with great location.

The house was everything we were expecting and hoping for. Just a block or two from everything downtown, close to the park, and a short cart ride to the beach. Plenty of space around back to park the cart or an extra car if needed. Great neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Loved the property and the location!! Definitely recommend staying here!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Life's a Beach

Great place to stay. Not too far from the beach and very close to a great little town with great shops.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alfie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family together again

3rd time staying there and everyone was happy that we came back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Holley R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation 2023

No toilet paper when we arrived. Beds in master bedrooms were hard. TVs in bedrooms didn't work. (Remote batteries exploded). Bathroom sink sprayed water everywhere. We couldn't use the 2nd story balcony because it was unsafe and moved when we walked on it. Need a blender. 18 guests and not enough towels for the week at all. Other than the few little things, the bay was great for littles. The beach with waves (Virginia Beach) is an hour drive, and you have to pay tunnel tolls everytime. 14$ during the week and 18$ on weekends. That would have been nice to know... but we did enjoy the stay. Quiet town. Great ice cream and brewery was a bonus.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Joe S., New Jersey

Liked: Cleanliness

Great large house

6 adults, 5 children, and a dog...and there was plenty of space! We had a great week. Wifi worked great, kitchen was pretty well stocked, and there's no place better to stay than in Cape Charles! The house is close to the main street, but a little bit further from the beach. Be sure to look into renting a golf cart for the week (well in advance, because they sell out). The house is a duplex so you share the front and back porch. Walls were thick though so we didn't hear them at all during the trip. Great house overall (no bedrooms on the main floor, so be prepared to walk up lots of steps. Not an issue for our group though.) Would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Pam A.

Nice location but house needs work

The pictures represent a well maintained house. That is far from accurate! No hot water in kitchen, kitchen floor has major slant, peeling paint through out house, nothing has been updated. The house is in a great location though.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great duplex with plenty of space

Our group had plenty of space to enjoy beautiful Cape Charles. Lovely home!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark M., Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for our spring break getaway

We had a wonderful stay in this older, historic property. It was clean, spacious, and had everything we needed for a few days away from home. We loved the proximity to downtown with shops and restaurants, and the walk to the beach was not far either. It was great to be able to bring our dog with us and she loved getting to explore Cape Charles! Communication with the owner was great and check in was very easy. The only criticism I have is that the listing wasn't specific that the house was a duplex and that the rental was for one side. We found out after we booked. This was not a problem at all, but would have been nice to see that specified in the listing. We were looking for a quiet place to rest during our teenagers' spring break, and this was absolutely perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Jean D., Virginia Beach

Liked: Cleanliness

Love Cape Charles

Our group had a wonderful visit in Cape Charles. The rental is spacious, well equipped kitchen, very clean, and fabulous location. It is in need of updating and renovations of furnishings, especially the dining and living room. There are not enough dining seats, nor living room seating, to accommodate the number it sleeps. Operating the tv’s was challenging too. The 2nd floor balcony is unsafe to use as it is not attached to the building. It shakes with any movement. With improvements, this will be a jewel of a rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Long Weekend

Thoroughly enjoyed stay at a large house, in town, at Cape Charles
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joshua J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay in Cape Charles!

This was a really nice house, with plenty of room and privacy for all the friend couples on this trip. The AC was great...took no time at all to get the third floor down to temp. Ample parking. Breaker tripped when we tried to plug in golf carts, so we couldn't use the microwave, and the house smelled a little musty when we first got in, but once the AC kicked in it was great. Overall, this was a great place right in the middle of the town and walking distance to everything! VRBO has the wrong address listed, but that appears to be a VRBO problem, not an owner problem. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful house for a family

Very good. The icemaker in the freezer was not connected, and so we had no ice. Everything else great.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing getaway

We brought our family to Cape Charles for the first time and fell in love with the town’s beauty and charm. The property was in a great location convenient to shops restaurants and beach. The house had plenty of space for our family of 6 adults and 2 small children and was comfortable. The kitchen is quite small and needs updating which made it a little difficult to prepare meals. The house could use some updating but suited our needs. We enjoyed our first stay in CC and are sure to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

S C., United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Best vacation ever!

We had the best time and cannot wait to go again. We didn't know Cape Charles before the trip but the town and the place were great! Friendly, safe beach town. You can walk everywhere (less than a mile) or rent a golf cart, even an 8 seater! Beach was great, outside shower at the place was great. Minor rental home issues: back door lock was tricky, kitchen sink sometimes randomly switched to the spray gun (shooting the victim in front), and some beds were wonky but the kids didn't mind. Overall just what we were looking for: three families, 7 kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh W.

Liked: Cleanliness

perfect spring break

We had a great stay in Cape Charles. The location of the house was perfect, easy to get anywhere by foot, bike, or golf cart. The house was large, plenty of space to spread out and the beds were comfortable.

4/10 Poor

Amy L.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Mixed Reviews

The house had great space and a nice location, but it was in very poor shape. Lots of peeling paint, burnt out light bulbs, unswept floors, deteriorating front porch.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay!

Beautiful house with everything you could need! Lots of space, well stocked kitchen, and amazing location! Will definitely be booking again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

This house does not disappoint offering the quaint charm that is uniquely Cape Charles. Location is amazing and there is plenty of space for a large group. This is our second time renting this property and each time the property was clean and checkin and out was effortless. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

2/10 Terrible

Ryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Disappointed

This was my first time using VRBO and unfortunately I was pretty disappointed. I’ve used other rental services before and never had an issue. This house needed some serious TLC. The back door didn’t lock properly, the front door knob was pretty loose. The back door was also about to fall off the hinges, there was a loose piece of metal on the 3rd floor roof that banged against the house when the wind picked up which was the last 4 days we were there. The noise in the house was extremely loud. I notified management the 2nd day and was told it would be taken care of the next day. 4 sleepless nights later, it was never fixed. Not only was it loud inside the house but it was also a safety hazard if it were to come off completely and fly through the yard. The shower handle was broken at the valve and the garbage was so full the day we arrived we couldn’t do anything with our garbage for the first 3 days.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020