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 (coffee pot, Keurig, Nespresso -- did we mention that we are coffee people?). The house features cable TV (there are flat screen TVs 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 charcoal grill/smoker, 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.
In the shed you'll find everything you need to have a great day on the water -- an adult and kid-sized stand-up paddle-boards, adults and kid-sized kayaks, beach chairs, toys, games, bicycles, and the family's pride and joy -- a 5 person surrey.
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!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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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
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
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
About the area
Cape Charles
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Historic Downtown Cape Charles, a neighbourhood in Cape Charles. Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center and Barrier Island Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oyster Farm Marina and Bay Creek Golf Club.
Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Cape Charles Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Oyster Farm Marina - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Bay Creek Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
Getting around
Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 49 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
Frequently asked questions
Is Downtown, Sleeps 9, Dog-friendly, Short Walk to the Beach pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Downtown, Sleeps 9, Dog-friendly, Short Walk to the Beach?
As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downtown, Sleeps 9, Dog-friendly, Short Walk to the Beach on 20 May 2026 start from AU$265, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Downtown, Sleeps 9, Dog-friendly, Short Walk to the Beach?
On-site 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?
Checkout 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 holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Central Park, Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center and Chesapeake Bay. Cape Charles Beach and Cape Charles Harbor are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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.
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.
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.
The place was perfect for our family. Our family of five fit perfectly in the connected rooms and then the grandparents stayed in the room with the king bed. Everyone was comfortable and we loved the location. The outdoor shower was perfect for rinsing off the sand after the beach and the house was well stocked. Overall it was a great beach stay!
We had a great stay. Easy check in process. Home was clean and well equipped. We loved using the stand up paddle board and kayaks. Cape Charles has a great beach with easy parking, warm water, and minimal waves. Our dog had a great time playing in the water in the mornings.
Great home base for a laid-back beach trip to Cape Charles with the family. We couldn't find some of the beach items listed, but the owner was really responsive in helping make sure we had access to what we needed.
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.
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!
This property was just as described and perfect for a quick weekend away. Owners were responsive and very easy to communicate with. We will be staying here again!
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!
Ashli L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Joe D.
20 Apr 2023
Liked: Communication, location
Cape Charles Weekend
The house is comfortable, the location is great, the owner is quick to respond and help. The six of us had a great time exploring Cape Charles.
Always great to be in Caoe Charkes in a home in the historical district. The house had everything we needed. The use of children kayaks and the paddle board was an added bonus.
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.
The house is old but was great for our family with adult children, toddler, infant, and our dog. Comfortable and had everything we needed. Great location- walking distance to beach, park, shops.
Great host.