Located on Chincoteague Island's popular East Side, Shell Cottage offers water views of the Assateague Channel and a relaxing outdoor space with decks. This charming vacation home features an open floor plan, modern conveniences like wireless internet, and plenty of parking for your boat and trailer.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8127 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
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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! IMPORTANT NOTE: The hot tub is OPEN as of April 16, 2026.
- 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.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
RV/bus/truck parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Things to do
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Wildlife walks 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
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 1,365 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and 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
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 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
About the neighborhood
Birch Town, a neighborhood in Chincoteague, is home to this vacation 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, birdwatching, and fishing. Visit our Chincoteague travel guide
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 is parking?
Onsite 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?
Check-out 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 vacation home is within 2 mi (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 mi (5 km).
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Shell Cottage | East Side Assateague Channel Views w/ Decks, Outdoor Shower, Boat Parking & Pets Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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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
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!
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.
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!
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.
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!!!
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!!
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.
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
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 !
Jeanne G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Marilyn B.
11 October 2024
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.
Marilyn B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Eliza N.
31 October 2022
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.
Eliza N.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Melanie D.
22 November 2022
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.
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.
Perfect - We’ve found our go-to Chincoteague vacation rental
No complaints whatsoever. Lovely home, great location (nice and quiet), easy reservation process.
Gaynor H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Karen F.
20 September 2022
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!
Karen F.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Cindy C.
6 September 2022
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.
Cindy C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
jody p.
27 July 2022
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!
jody p.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Glenda H.
24 June 2022
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!