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Renovated Gem: Walk to Beach, Historic District Shops, Restaurants, Central Park

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
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Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12297 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Cape Charles, VA
  • Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center
    7 min walk
  • Cape Charles Beach
    13 min walk
  • Bay Creek Golf Club
    5 min drive
  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    50 min drive

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About the area

Cape Charles

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Cape Charles awaits you at this holiday home. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center and Cape Charles Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features 3.5 bathrooms, a patio and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A dining area, a fenced private garden and a TV are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Cape Charles holiday home include Bay Creek Golf Club and Dog Beach.

What's nearby

  • Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cape Charles Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bay Creek Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Eyre Hall - 11 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Kiptopeke State Park - 14 min drive - 16.1 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Shanty - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sting-Ray's Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brown Dog Ice Cream - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Renovated Gem: Walk to Beach, Historic District Shops, Restaurants, Central Park

Renovated Single Family Home: Walking distance to BEACH and CAPE CHARLES HISTORIC DISTRICT and CENTRAL PARK Our renovated, 1906, Queen Anne Victorian is in the heart of Cape Charles Historic District. Located on a quiet, Crepe Myrtle-lined Street, just two blocks from shops and restaurants on Mason Avenue, a short walk to the Chesapeake Bay/Beach, and just steps from Central Park, Cape Breeze Retreat is a quintessential beach vacation home!

Cape Breeze Retreat is an ideal home for true relaxation. Just park your car for the duration of your stay because you won’t need it! Most vacationers find renting a golf cart the perfect way to navigate and enjoy the quaint town. Others simply prefer walking as everything you need is within a few blocks!

While relaxing from Cape Breeze Retreat’s FRONT PORCH SWING, Rocking Chairs, or dining table on one of the two porches, we recommend that our guests follow our “Porch Rules”:
Treasure Family Time, Feel the Breeze, Read a Book, Enjoy the Seasons, Listen to Music, Visit with Friends, Smile, Talk to God, Put your Feet Up, Sip Your Favorite Beverage, Reminisce, Be Grateful

Outside, there is a large fenced in backyard with a garden, patio set, bench, and a small goldfish pond. An outdoor shower makes it easy to shower your family off after a day at the beach. A new HVAC system will keep you cool and comfortable on even the hottest days!

As one of the larger homes in the district, you will find ample space with modern cottage house décor.

The first floor welcomes you into a large foyer which includes a hand-carved newel post, a bench seat and waiting area. Cape Breeze Retreat offers a large newly renovated, fully stocked kitchen which includes a coffee/tea bar, a new half bathroom, and separate mud and laundry rooms. Beach goers can park their golf cart in the provided “cart” driveway, take a shower or rinse off outside, and enter through the back porch.

A large dining table sits next to a fireplace which seats 8 comfortably with 2 more additional chairs. Adjacent Bar seating accommodates another 4.

Additionally, there is a living room with a large sectional, smart television, games, puzzles, and books for your enjoyment.

On the second floor you will find three bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The master suite has a large bathroom and a queen-size bed. The second bedroom has a canopy queen-size bed, while the third bedroom has a twin-size bed over a full-size bunkbed with an additional twin over twin bunkbed.

The beautifully illuminated, natural light, third level has 2 more bedrooms and another bathroom. We call this space the “Crow’s Nest”! One room houses two twin beds, while the other has a queen bed, therefore sleeping another 4 people. Additionally, the third floor offers a newly renovated shiplap, lounge space and another television. Two hammock chairs are available to relax in as well! More games, puzzles, and books are available, but more kid-friendly options.

For your convenience, beach toys, chairs, umbrellas, and a heavy duty, large-wheel, beach wagon are provided for your use.

Cape Charles has a way of stimulating your senses and capturing your heart. My husband, two children, and I feel in love with the town and its people from our very first visit. We hope that you are as captivated by the charm of this lovely, historic, beach community as we are!

Property manager

Laura Manzolina

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Renovated Gem: Walk to Beach, Historic District Shops, Restaurants, Central Park?

Yep, Renovated Gem: Walk to Beach, Historic District Shops, Restaurants, Central Park is a short 13-minute walk from Cape Charles Beach. Fun beach activities include kayaking, fishing and swimming. You can also find motor boats.

Does Renovated Gem: Walk to Beach, Historic District Shops, Restaurants, Central Park have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Renovated Gem: Walk to Beach, Historic District Shops, Restaurants, Central Park family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a BBQ, highchairs and children's books, it's no surprise that Renovated Gem: Walk to Beach, Historic District Shops, Restaurants, Central Park is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Renovated Gem: Walk to Beach, Historic District Shops, Restaurants, Central Park?

No, Renovated Gem: Walk to Beach, Historic District Shops, Restaurants, Central Park does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Renovated Gem: Walk to Beach, Historic District Shops, Restaurants, Central Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Renovated Gem: Walk to Beach, Historic District Shops, Restaurants, Central Park?

No, pets are not allowed.

Renovated Gem: Walk to Beach, Historic District Shops, Restaurants, Central Park Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 74 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Get-Away
This house was amazing for our girls' weekend. Laura was great to work with. The house is fully stocked and close to the beach and downtown Cape Charles. We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!
Loved it here. Great location and beautiful home!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Always the BEST stay!
We are a group of college teammates & friends of 25 years who have stayed in this house 4 years in a row now. We love the house, location and the owner Laura is always so accommodating and easy to reach. The house is fully stocked with everything we could need and more. The house is spacious and well decorated (with our favorite teal!) and the porch and back yard gives us plenty of space to sit around and catch up. We could choose another destination for our ladies weekend but we walk in the door and immediately want to book for the next year. There's something special about Cape Charles and this house. Thank you again for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisette P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Gathering
We enjoyed all aspects of the property, especially the quick response of our hosts to our questions. We lacked for nothing in this well-stocked home! Our only concern was how steep and narrow the stairs to the Crow’s Nest are. This Nana had to be extra careful! It was wonderful to be so near the park for Lovefest!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Molly T.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun at Cape Breeze
We enjoyed our stay. Accommodations were very good. There were many things supplied by the owners and the kitchen was well stocked with equipment. The house is old but had many modern updates. Loved the open kitchen/dining area. The living area was a little small but we enjoyed the closeness. Great location, close to the beach, park and downtown. The hosts were easy to reach and even checked on us before and after we arrived.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sheila F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cape Breeze Retreat in Cape Charles, Va.
Nice renovated Victorian style house very convenient to town and beach. Wish it would have come with a golf cart as this seemed like a fun mode of transportation for our vacation. Didn't realize you have to make golf cart reservations ahead of time. Loved th and back porches and garden like yard. Steps to the third floor were steep and treacherous! Also, bedrooms on third floor were quite small with sloping roof line . All in all, house was a nice beach time for our family.and
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Pack Your Clothes and GO!
This home (and its way more than a house) is the most well stocked home I have ever rented. You feel the love there.We actually played a game to see if there was a basic home item that we needed that we couldn’t find. Even a roll of tape was magically there when my granddaughter accidentally tore a page from her book and was devastated. The kitchen dining area was a big group’s dream. Bathrooms were beautifully updated. Extra pillows, blankets in sleeping areas. Great laundry area with wonderful beach towels and plenty of food storage space.could go on & on. The backyard was definitely another bonus! We watched the fish and the frogs in the koi pond from the perfect little viewing platform. At night, the fountain and the lighting made for a great adult getaway. The golf cart parking and charging space-perfection! It’s impossible to cover it all but just know, this house is as close to perfection for a large group as I have ever found. I will close with my dealings with the owner. Concerned, caring, and very responsive. I wish they offered more stars for this rating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Classic vacation
Lovely older home with plenty of space for our family and 4 little ones.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful week in Cape Charles
We enjoyed our stay in Cape Charles. The house was perfect for our extended family. We spent several days at the beach, loved that the park with an open field and pickleball courts was so close (perfect for our family field day competition) and, while we cooked most meals at the house, the restaurants we went to were delicious.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Great Stay at Cape Breeze
We loved our stay here. The house is well stocked and the host is very communicative and responsive-always willing to help! Don't hesitate to book!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family fun
This was our 2nd visit with kids and grandkids. Great house. Fully stocked and wonderful receptive hosts. Hope to return next year
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trysh B.

Beautiful home with plenty of space
This beautiful house was perfect for a family Thanksgiving away from home. We had 9 adults and 3 children - we had enough room to spread out and have our own space but also plenty of room to be together. It was very well stocked - We had everything we needed in the kitchen and around the house. The location was great - we enjoyed taking walks around the neighbor hood, to the park, and to the beach. The hosts were very responsive to questions/needs prior to and throughout our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tae S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful 1st visit to Cape Charles
We had a large family group of all ages and found this home to be spacious and comfortable. The decor and updates throughout the house are really beautiful. We celebrated our daughter's 1st birthday there and our family used the trip to say good bye to my husband leaving on deployment. The kids loved hanging out in the crows nest and making s'mores in the back yard. We could walk everywhere we wanted to go. It was a wonderful first trip to Cape Charles.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
One of our favorites rental stays so far in Cape Charles. House was really well done and perfect for a family group.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara E.

Liked: Cleanliness
BEST House EVER
This house is beyond amazing!! It is walking distance to everything-beach, park, shops, restaurants…Beautiful property with stunning furnishings! Storage with beach chairs, tent, matt, toys and more. Porch rockers and swing, fish pond, fire pit…..everything 😊. Owner is very informative and reachable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Vacation Home
Cape Breeze Retreat was the perfect place for our children and grandchildren. The kitchen/dining area was spacious, well equipped and our favorite place to hang out when not at the beach. Our three and five year olds enjoyed the fish pond! Laura was a wonderful host and very responsive to our questions. Will definitely keep this beautifully decorated home on our list for future visits to Cape Charles.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great family vacation at Cape Breeze
Our second year staying at Laura's beautiful home for our family vacation. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you would need to cook breakfast and dinner each night as we did for our week long vacation. The rooms are comfortable and the house is so spacious - perfectly suited for multiple or large families! We love the location, it must be the least traveled street in town! I felt very comfortable letting my kids ride their bikes along the sidewalk and it's very close to Central Park for the Saturday evening concert and a short golf cart ride to Main Street and the beach! Laura provided tons of beach items including chairs, umbrellas and beach towels which was great to not have to pack! Check in was a breeze and Laura was always fast to respond to questions before and during our stay. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home with us Laura!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Retreat to Remember
This was our third summer vacationing at Cape Breeze and it was as lovely as our first and second visits. This gorgeous home offers everything our multi-generational family could want - space to be together in the kitchen and dining, or space to spend time quietly on either the front or back porch, or, spending time enjoying the bench by the pond. We loved having access to a gas grill and also making s'mores at the fire table. It was really nice to take a short walk to the park at the end of the block to play pickle ball on the terrific courts and the kids love the playground. We especially appreciate the responsiveness of the hosts who make this experience so seamless every year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time!
This was our 6th summer in CC and we just loved it! Laura was wonderful to communicate with and house was loaded and exceeded all of our expectations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Third Week Spent Here
We've now enjoyed three wonderful weeks at this welcoming home, with each visit as pleasant as the last. Hosts Laura and Richard consistently impress us with their kindness and quick responses, enhancing our stays with their attentiveness. The home itself, tastefully renovated, strikes a great balance between modern comfort and historic charm. Of particular note is the kitchen, well-equipped and modern—it's undoubtedly among the best in Cape Charles. We wholeheartedly recommend this home, along with its exceptional hosts. Cape Charles never fails to charm us, making for a perfect location. If you're looking for a delightful stay in a comfortable home within a charming town, this is a great choice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cool Breeze
Our family of seven (five adults and two grandchildren) really enjoyed our time at Cape Charles and LOVED the beautiful Cape Breeze home we stayed in. I think it is one of the few homes that is actually more beautiful in person than it is online. Great kitchen that is more than fully stocked, beautiful back yard with Koi pond and huge pecan tree, great dining space, three bedroom spaces on the second level including a bunk room for at least four kids, and then an adorable top level "crow's nest" that sleeps at least four more. There is a wonderful wrap around porch on the front of the house, which itself is a short walk from both the beach, central park, and downtown area. I have no doubt that when we return to Cape Charles we will stay at Cape Breeze!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
Cannot say enough positive things about this home! Comfortable, homey, and beautifully appointed with just about everything you need at your fingertips. Cooking supplies galore, beach towels and chairs, sand toys, etc. Loved the front porch and porch swing! Laura is a wonderful host-great communication. Hope we can visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cape Breeze Retreat
Charming home; great location; lovely back yard with grill, fire pit and koi pond Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023