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In the heart of Cape Charles, this charming Victorian home offers a peaceful retreat. Unwind on the wrap-around porch or explore downtown's eclectic shops and restaurants just a short walk away. Inside, you'll find comfortable spaces with flat-screen TVs and WiFi, while outside awaits a spacious backyard for grilling and outdoor dining.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

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

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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. The house features ROKU TV 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 propane grill, 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.

    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!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Games
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
No need to strip the beds or wash any bath towels.
Please leave the house tidy, including the shed (if you've used anything from it).
Please wash and dry any beach towels that you've used.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

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 (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
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 deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Historic Downtown Cape Charles, a neighborhood in Cape Charles. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chesapeake Bay and Cape Charles Beach. Visit our Cape Charles travel guide
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Cape Charles, VA

What's nearby

  • Afternoon Shadows at Cape Charles Beach
    Cape Charles Beach
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Concrete Ships at Kiptopeke State Park
    Kiptopeke State Park
    16 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Central Park
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Oyster Farm Marina
    14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF)
    49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Small’s Smokehouse
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Hardee's
    5 min drive
  • Top China
    4 min drive
  • The Shanty
    10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite 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?

Check-out 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 vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Central Park and Chesapeake Bay. Cape Charles Beach is 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

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

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 141 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 141 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 141 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 141 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 141 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara T.

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

Love the lication- close to shops, beach and restaurants

Historic property in family friendly neighborhood. Love the proximity to shops, restaurants and the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marion K.

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

Family Fun

We enjoyed the convenient location of this property. It is close to the beach and to all of the shops. The front porch swing was nice and the beds were comfortable. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Ashli L.

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

Weekend getaway

We love coming to the Cape and had a great time, with the location being top-notch. House could use a deep clean but otherwise was as described and had everything you needed!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

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

544 Randolph

This house was perfect for us four women who rented this for our annual road trip. Close to beach, small park, downtown. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Alison A.

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

Great location

A lot of wear and tear. Washer leaked, cracked and falling plaster. Could use a refresh. Location was great. Cute old house. Front porch was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

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

We will be back!

We stayed at this property for a wedding weekend for a family member. This property was amazing! The host is very accommodating and responsive! The home was clean and well maintained. Loved that the linens were provided! The rest of our family stayed a few houses down, so it made for an easy commute. This home is perfectly located to all of the local spots, and all within walking distance. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn G.

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

First time at the Cape

My husband and our doggies had the best time visiting and staying at this Charming home. The owner was amazing answering any questions we had . The house was beautiful and historic . We loved it. The location was perfect to all the things . We were able to take the dogs to a lot of the places . House had everything we needed. We enjoyed spending time on the front porch and swing . We can’t wait to come back and stay with our dogs again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather W.

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

Great house for a laid back stay

We had a wonderful vacation at this house! With 3 kids under 5 and a dog, not all homes can accommodate, but this house sure DID! The living space and dining areas were open and comfortable, and the bedrooms were cozy. The location is great-we walked to the park multiple times for the kids and the dog to enjoy! The only negative we had was the mountain of trash that was overflowing the trashcan when we arrived was very smelly and brought a lot of flies. Unfortunately trash pickup didn’t happen until we had already been there for a couple days. Overall we loved it. Lots of good memories were made during our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Marion May S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Needs updating

The house needs updating. The kitchen floors need to be changed. The bathroom sink needs to be fixed, the stove needs to be cleaned. The beds were nicely done when we arrived but the mattresses need to be changed. Over-all, we enjoyed our stay, it was a nice neighborhood. Beach, church and shops were nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sunny C.

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

Lovely beach getaway!

We had the best long weekend here in Cape Charles. The property is lovely. For those traveling with young children, it's set up with all the bedrooms upstairs. The main bedroom and first bedroom are off the main hallway, and the second bedroom is through the first bedroom - however there is a second set of stairs from the second bedroom to the first floor, so no one is ever "trapped" by a bedroom. Sorry, that's a little hard to visualize but view photos for more perspective. We had 3 adults and 2 children (3 and 5) with us, and there was ample space. Major bonus: blackout curtains in the first bedroom so my kids didn't wake up with the sunrise! We mostly ate in, and the kitchen was nicely stocked with cookware. We found some beach chairs and an inflatable raft in the shed, along with a SUP (did not test this out but it was there). I highly recommend a golf cart! It's a nice 10-15 walk to the beach and same distance to the brewery, but it was really fun to drive around the town. Host was kind and responsive. Check-in and check out were a breeze. We really enjoyed this and hope to be back again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

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
Verified

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