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Historic Family Vacation Home with Golf Cart
Family-friendly holiday home in Chincoteague
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Chincoteague, VA
- Place, Oyster Bay3 min drive
- Place, Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park4 min drive
- Place, Maui Jack's Waterpark4 min drive
- Airport, Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)67 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
3 Single Bunk Beds
Living Room 1
1 Double Futon
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Historic Family Vacation Home with Golf Cart
Built in 1905 as a grocery store, this historic home was a gathering place for islanders seeking refuge during the 1962 Ash Wednesday storm as mentioned in "Stormy: Misty's Foal" by Marguerite Henry. Today, it is a haven for your family to relax and rejuvenate by the ocean on Chincoteague island. Beautiful Sea Haven is a perfect place to continue your family's story. Enjoy the spacious living room, cozy bedrooms, updated kitchen and bathrooms and the bay view in a quiet neighborhood.
The view overlooking the Chincoteague Bay off the master bedroom's private deck is breathtaking at sunset.
For rentals starting in October 2024 - April 2024, the house rental comes with the use of our GEM E6 golf cart/LSV fully included in the price. (This does not apply to rentals in the months of July, August or September 2024.)
The living room, dining room, kitchen and all the bathrooms are well appointed, and have been recently renovated.
The Kincaid dining room set seats eight for family meals, board games and more.
The bedrooms are updated and very comfortable, retaining the charm of the original hardwood floors and original grocery store shelves. As a historic home, it does have some quirks, but you can’t beat the luxury of spacious and updated bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen.
The home decor has been put together with a view of comfort, historical interest and functionality. We want the house to be able to tell its story, and we want you to have a delightful stay. The triple bunk was put together with a view towards children spending endless nights telling stories and jokes to each other. The master suite has a balcony that overlooks the Chincoteague Bay.
The porch boasts a futon for an extra sleeping space and an air hockey table for rainy days. There is a waterfront park twenty minute walk away with a swing to watch the sunset, let the dogs play, or put in your kayaks.
You will have access to the entire house and yard. There is a home owner's closet that is locked, but the rest of the house and yard is yours.
There are no beaches on the entire island of Chincoteague. The beach is on the Eastern shore of Assateague which is only two miles away and is a National Park. While there are few sidewalks, the speed limit is 25 and there are several roads to meander and explore. The northern neck of the island, where Sea Haven is located, is surrounded by salt water marshes and ponds.
The view overlooking the Chincoteague Bay off the master bedroom's private deck is breathtaking at sunset.
For rentals starting in October 2024 - April 2024, the house rental comes with the use of our GEM E6 golf cart/LSV fully included in the price. (This does not apply to rentals in the months of July, August or September 2024.)
The living room, dining room, kitchen and all the bathrooms are well appointed, and have been recently renovated.
The Kincaid dining room set seats eight for family meals, board games and more.
The bedrooms are updated and very comfortable, retaining the charm of the original hardwood floors and original grocery store shelves. As a historic home, it does have some quirks, but you can’t beat the luxury of spacious and updated bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen.
The home decor has been put together with a view of comfort, historical interest and functionality. We want the house to be able to tell its story, and we want you to have a delightful stay. The triple bunk was put together with a view towards children spending endless nights telling stories and jokes to each other. The master suite has a balcony that overlooks the Chincoteague Bay.
The porch boasts a futon for an extra sleeping space and an air hockey table for rainy days. There is a waterfront park twenty minute walk away with a swing to watch the sunset, let the dogs play, or put in your kayaks.
You will have access to the entire house and yard. There is a home owner's closet that is locked, but the rest of the house and yard is yours.
There are no beaches on the entire island of Chincoteague. The beach is on the Eastern shore of Assateague which is only two miles away and is a National Park. While there are few sidewalks, the speed limit is 25 and there are several roads to meander and explore. The northern neck of the island, where Sea Haven is located, is surrounded by salt water marshes and ponds.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Please leave the house tidy.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Chincoteague
Up the Neck, a neighbourhood in Chincoteague, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge and Chesapeake Forest - Dunn Swamp Complex, while Captain Timothy Hill House and Museum of Chincoteague are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Maui Jack's Waterpark and Wallops Flight Facility.
Chincoteague, VA
What's nearby
- Captain Timothy Hill House - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Oyster Bay - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
- Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
- Maui Jack's Waterpark - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
- Museum of Chincoteague - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Island Creamery - 4 min drive
- McDonald's - 7 min drive
- Ropewalk - 6 min drive
- Teaguers - 5 min drive
- Steamers - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Jessica and Patrick Harvey
We came to Chincoteague several years ago with four kids under the age of 8. The hotel room that we had rented said that we wouldn't fit and they packed us off to our own short term rental. We had a wonderful time pony watching, visiting the Beebe Ranch, exploring the Wallops NASA center, combing the beach for conch shells and swimming in the beautiful waves of the Atlantic Ocean.
We love the history of the island and the community of hard working people who love the ocean and appreciate the beauty of nature from sea pipers hopping though the surf while the porpoises jumping through the waves. We have been coming back here ever since.
We are so excited at the opportunity to share this beautiful place with other families. Our kids have enjoyed crabbing, paddle boarding, surf fishing, bike riding - and the historic pony swim. We hope that this home is a relaxing place after a refreshing day in the sun for you and your family.
We love the history of the island and the community of hard working people who love the ocean and appreciate the beauty of nature from sea pipers hopping though the surf while the porpoises jumping through the waves. We have been coming back here ever since.
We are so excited at the opportunity to share this beautiful place with other families. Our kids have enjoyed crabbing, paddle boarding, surf fishing, bike riding - and the historic pony swim. We hope that this home is a relaxing place after a refreshing day in the sun for you and your family.
Why they chose this property
We chose this neighborhood because it is quiet, more private, and just the right distance from Maddox Avenue and the town center on Main Street to be easily accessible without dealing with the crowds and traffic. The evening walks around our house are a beautiful to unwind.
What makes this property unique
When we first found this home, we delved into the history of it. You'll notice that original grocery store shelves from 1905. This building was the gathering place for islanders during the 1962 Ash Wednesday storm that inspired the book, "Stormy of Chincoteague", a sequel to Misty of Chincoteague.
Not only does this house have a lot of history, it is spacious, clean and comfortable, with recently renovated bathrooms and kitchens making Sea Haven a perfect setting for you to continue to write the history of your family.
Not only does this house have a lot of history, it is spacious, clean and comfortable, with recently renovated bathrooms and kitchens making Sea Haven a perfect setting for you to continue to write the history of your family.
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