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The Fishing Cottage located on a Scenic Eastern Shore farm

Cape Charles vacation home with kitchen

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A dining area with a glass table surrounded by wicker chairs, a bench, and a vase with dried flowers. Large windows offer a view of a green field.
A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a mirror, and framed artwork on the wall.
A living room with a beige sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp. There is a door leading outside and a painting on the wall.
Two white rocking chairs with teal cushions, a small round table with a woven top, and a vase of flowers.
A white house with blue shutters, a front porch, and a sign reading "The Fishing Cottage."

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 123400 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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Cape Charles, VA
  • Place, Kiptopeke State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Chesapeake Bay
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Cape Charles Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cape Charles

In Cape Charles .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of John Custis' Tomb and 6 miles (10 km) of Chesapeake Bay with a stay here. Kiptopeke State Park and Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kiptopeke State Park - 6 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Chesapeake Bay - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Central Park - 8 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Cape Charles Beach - 9 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Oyster Farm Marina - 9 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hardee's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Shanty - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Small’s Smokehouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Oyster Farm Seafood Eatery - ‬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.

The Fishing Cottage located on a Scenic Eastern Shore farm

The Fishing Cottage is located in a rural setting that takes full advantage of the Eastern Shore's natural beauty while only minutes from the charming town of Cape Charles with its eclectic shops and restaurants. It is close to beautiful beaches, fishing piers, marinas and boat ramps to launch that boat.

With 6 bedrooms the Fishing Cottage is perfect for larger parties. The firepit, corn hole game, hammock, screened porch, and barbeque grill in the roomy back yard are the perfect place to gather in the evening after a day on the water surrounding the scenic Eastern Shore.

For the fisherman the big yard provides plenty of room to park your boat in a secure location. The house is centrally located minutes from the boat ramps in Cape Charles, Kiptopeke and Oyster. There is a screened porch for morning coffee, satellite TV, WIFI, fish cleaning station and a barbeque grill to cook that catch of the day.

The Fishing Cottage is located on a local farm with abundant wildlife and acres of corn, potatoes and soybeans. While enjoying sunsets from the screened porch you can watch the deer grazing in the surrounding fields. The farm located on Old Plantation Creek provides access for local watermen to the bounty of the Chesapeake Bay.

The charming Victorian town of Cape Charles is minutes away with its beautiful beaches, lovely old homes and fishing pier. The main street has quaint shops and eclectic dining with outdoor tables to enjoy the harbor view. Cape Charles now has its own brewery, cidery, and distillery.

Beaches, boat docks, kayaking, birding, wildlife sanctuaries and the unspoiled barrier islands are all nearby.

There is a private airstrip on the farm if you wish to arrive by private plane. Should you wish to bring your own horse there are equestrian stables on the property as well.

This property shares its rural farm setting with a sister house across the street, the RiverPark House (VRBO property #128102). The RiverPark house and the Fishing Cottage are both 6 bedroom houses. Fishing buddies and large families can rent both houses for a crowd.

Bounded on one side by the Chesapeake Bay and on the other side by the Atlantic Ocean the Eastern Shore of Virginia enjoys unparalleled coastal living beauty. This property takes full advantage of the natural beauty and tranquility of rural living that is the trademark of the Eastern Shore of Virginia.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 3,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Fishing Cottage Located Scenic Eastern Shore Farm Cape Charles
Fishing Cottage Located Scenic Eastern Shore Farm
Fishing Located Scenic ern Sh

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Fishing Cottage located on a Scenic Eastern Shore farm to the airport?

This vacation home is 34.1 mi (43-min drive) away from the Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Fishing Cottage located on a Scenic Eastern Shore farm have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Fishing Cottage located on a Scenic Eastern Shore farm to the beach?

This vacation home is 5.8 mi (8-min drive) from Cape Charles Beach and 11.3 mi (15-min drive) from Wilkins Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Fishing Cottage located on a Scenic Eastern Shore farm offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Fishing Cottage located on a Scenic Eastern Shore farm?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Fishing Cottage located on a Scenic Eastern Shore farm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Fishing Cottage located on a Scenic Eastern Shore farm?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Fishing Cottage located on a Scenic Eastern Shore farm have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Fishing Cottage located on a Scenic Eastern Shore farm have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Fishing Cottage located on a Scenic Eastern Shore farm to downtown Cape Charles?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Dalbys.

The Fishing Cottage located on a Scenic Eastern Shore farm Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 97 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and awesome hosts! Recommend 100%.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All of us love this house very much. The host is very nice and helpful. More space and more devices. Great experience on the farm closed to the bench.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable beds, great showers, kitchen was fully stocked. 10/10 would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Spot!

Great place and wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for my families. There were 13 of us and all had plenty of room. It was pretty close to everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Stayed here for a family vacation. Was a great place to stay. Very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Location

Nice place and great location for boat ramps.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cottage

This is the second year we stopped here on way to outer banks. Great house, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Merle was fabulous. We had a group of 10 traveling for a bike festival. The house is very spacious and comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great farm house

Great week of fishing and the house was nice with the wrap around driveway for the truck and trailers
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Vacation Staying

Pro: All amenities, lot of bedrooms. Con: needs deep cleaning, only 2 bathrooms, toll to and from First Landing state park $14.00-18.00 one way
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful

Beautiful home with many rooms. Well kept and extremely clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quite

Very nice no conflicts
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family fun

Awesome place. Older house, but very spacious and cool All beds were very comfortable. One minor complaint is the lack of a closet in the king room downstairs. The beach at Cape Charles was wonderful, not crowded and we loved swimming in the bay. Close to Virginia Beach, but the bridge toll was ridiculous I can't say enough good about this place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

First Family vacation!

We had awesome time , the house was a great fit for all of us, it’s an old farmhouse but has been updated , still needs so more in the kitchen area but it was very workable, the area is super beautiful, close to everything, we will be back again, thank you so much for sharing your home ! The Poso
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short stay

We would have loved to have spent more time in the house as it was quite comfortable and quiet but maybe next time. Everything wa exactly as advertised, we arrived late and were able to crawl in to bed as everything was ready to go. Just like arriving home to your own place. Would definitely stay again. Thanks very much Merle. Gordon
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unforgettable Reunion at The Fishing Cottage: Bonds Strengthened Across Continents

Among all the incredible reunions we've experienced, this one undoubtedly takes the crown. The Fishing Cottage served as the perfect backdrop for our gathering, bringing us together after journeys from as far as London and Japan, as well as those who drove up locally. The genuine warmth of your hospitality truly made the difference, and it seemed like everyone had an absolute blast. Anticipation is already building for our next reunion – we're eagerly looking forward to it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Not perfect, but would stay again

The house is huge and very comfortable. I'd say it needs a few improvements (we had a doorknob that keep falling and the couple would be locked in the room, the cloth iron was no good). Great amount of sheets and towels. It's not dar from Cape Charles beach. Communicaton with property manager was not good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Family Reunion

Yes, it’s an old house. Plenty of sleeping space, and yard space. The outside of property (lawn) grass not cut, shrubs overgrown. Garden hose lying out on the grass. The BBQ grill was filthy! Two doorknobs came apart. Some of the windows couldn’t be locked. No screens on the windows, couldn’t allow any fresh air in without letting the knots & flies in. The curtains that was in the one bedroom & living room downstairs were old, dusty & too small for the windows! Cobwebs over my bed, in the kitchen on the light fixtures, etc. Dust everywhere. Old pot and pans just thrown in the cabinets. Linen just in there! I could go on. I have pictures!!! Where can I load them?
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

A Mixed Bag

I will start by saying that cleanliness of accommodations is always very important to me. I will also say I read all the previous reviews & really considered the ones that said those who complained of insects/flies & lack of cleanliness didn't fully consider the country location & age of the home. I've lived in the country & I've lived in very old homes & thought I was adequately prepared. The Excellent: Location to all that Kiptopeke & CC offer Quiet setting with beautiful cornfields Size of home & rooms easily accommodated 8 adults, 1 toddler, & 1 senior dog Water pressure! The Good: Bedding was clean Ample furniture for sleeping, lounging, & eating Laundry room with really good washer/dryer Bathroom supplies The Needs Improvement: While the bedrooms/bedding were clean/tidy & the bathrooms were very dated but mostly clean, the kitchen was dirty. Wear & tear was expected, but the drips of goo, stains, the dirty shelving with dead gnats & insects and film of dust stuck to lightly greasy surfaces were not. We entered to find more than a dozen slow flies already in the home. During our stay, more beetles, moths, gnats, & ants coming out of the light switch when turned on joined us. We were careful when opening the door, but they seemed to originate from inside the home, as if we disturbed them. Spotty wi-fi. VERY dirty windows I cleaned several areas upon arrival, but it was too much to address completely. If it were cleaner, I'd stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

If you're looking for some R and R look no further. Wonderful home - plenty of room for gatherings, well appointed with all household items, convenient to many restaurants and shops in the quaint town of Cape Charles..fire pit in the backyard was a nice added bonus! We'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good house

Great location and house. Some cleanliness issues and old appliances but it was so beautiful and close to the beach I can't complain!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful rural setting

We stumbled upon this listing and totally took a gamble coming to Cape Charles for our family had never been to the area. If you like peace & quiet, and open spaces, this sweet farmhouse is for you. The home has plenty of room. Kids settled into their rooms. The pup enjoyed roaming the yard. The views were gorgeous. I read reviews that the house was dirty. Not so much dirty as it is a seasoned, older home. The location was pretty great because it was close the historic shops & restaurants, and close to beaches. Our favorite beach was the Kiptopeke State Park. You pay $7 to park. The beach is dog friendly on one side of the 2-part beach. We visited over 4th of July and totally prepared for obnoxious, over crowded beaches. But we were pleasantly surprised. We came a little later in the afternoon, around 3pm and basically had the place to ourselves. All the restaurants were good. The prices were hard to come to terms with ($20 burgers). Foodlion is down the street from the house. We grilled steaks a couple of the nights. It was really good. My whole family, including the dog had a great experience here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent location; not bad on the wallet

This rental is an older home with quaint, country charm. It is in an excellent location to access the state park as well as historic Cape Charles. The bedrooms are as described, with two being generously sized. The king bedroom downstairs lacks a closet and anywhere to put your clothes. The kitchen is stocked with a miss match of items. There are plenty of plates and glassware; silverware could have been better with numbers for a house that holds a large group. There are only two full baths so take that into consideration when booking a larger number. The host was generous with towels, paper products, soaps, and shampoo. There is a nice screened porch to sit and catch a breeze. The back yard has a small fire pit and proved to be a nice place to sit and socialize. There was a problem with the septic system (downstairs toilet not flushing well and kitchen sink not draining) but a call to the hostess resolved that issue.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Positive

It was a fun experience. The house was cute and isolated .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

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