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Down by the Bay Cape Charles- Sleeps 8- FIRST floor primary & fenced yard 🐶

Find your perfect coastal retreat where you can soak up sun-filled days at home or nearby beaches & then cozy up to a fire.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Aerial view
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Down by the Bay Cape Charles- Sleeps 8- FIRST floor primary & fenced yard 🐶

Come visit at this updated 1930's beach bungalow.. 5 blocks to main street shops & the beach. First Floor master, living (with gas fireplace), dining room (sits 6-8), kitchen and 2 baths down, with large bunky loft upstairs that sleeps 6+ with its own full bath, living area kand walk in closet. Take a stroll/ride to the beach, hose off in the outdoor shower, grill & dine on the deck/patio & cozy up to a fire. After a day in the sun relax in the clawfoot tub. Staying the week and working remote? Work space ready for you too! And an updated kitchen and laundry space to round out your home away from home! Netflix and prime tv included on all TVs (message if you need log in and it was logged out. New bike cruisers, paddleboard, outdoor games. life jackets, and new gas grill (submit receipt if youneed to refill propane) & charcoal grill in shed. **kayaks are currently awaiting repair and not available for use but you can rent all sorts of things from Poseidon water sports near the Shanty *SUNDAY to SUNDAY bookings in Summer only

Property manager

Christina Goodpaster

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Charcoal grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the city center
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Bicycle on site
  • Kayak on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: -No bikes, beach toys/chairs inside. Dogs only.

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
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, a first aid kit, and 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

Map
Cape Charles, VA

What's nearby

  • Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center - 10 min walk
  • Cape Charles Beach - 10 min walk
  • Bay Creek Golf Club - 6 min drive
  • Dog Beach - 11 min drive
  • Kiptopeke State Park - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Shanty - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sting-Ray's Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brown Dog Ice Cream - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Down by the Bay Cape Charles- Sleeps 8- FIRST floor primary & fenced yard 🐶 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Down by the Bay Cape Charles- Sleeps 8- FIRST floor primary & fenced yard 🐶?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Down by the Bay Cape Charles- Sleeps 8- FIRST floor primary & fenced yard 🐶?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Down by the Bay Cape Charles- Sleeps 8- FIRST floor primary & fenced yard 🐶 located?

Located in the heart of Cape Charles, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center and Cape Charles Beach. Bay Creek Golf Club is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

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Down by the Bay Cape Charles- Sleeps 8- FIRST floor primary & fenced yard 🐶 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gale B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 night getaway
The property was well equipped and a good location. Would recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Great rental that is as advertised. Quick communication with the owner when needed. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim D., Yorktown, Virginia, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
This was the most beautiful house for our vacation. Clean, well stocked, wonderful decorations, short walk to the beach and so quiet! We loved our stay and will most definitely come back. You won't be dissappointed!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet getaway cottage
This was a quick trip planned to be a restful short getaway and this cottage was perfect for that. It’s beautifully appointed, and has pretty much everything you could need in the way of amenities. Location is great, outside of town but very close, with quiet streets to meander around and just a few blocks from beach access. The fenced yard was a plus for our pups, and communication with owner was top notch. We felt that housekeeping may be rushed and the home could use a deep cleaning, towels in the upstairs bath were folded up and still wet. We would stay here again- the pluses far outweigh any negatives.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than the photos!
This is a little gem in Cape Charles. It was bigger than I thought from the pictures, yet cozy and very welcoming. Christina was a fantastic host and very helpful with recommendations. This is a great place for families of all ages!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Wedding
Clean, quiet neighborhood
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Cape Charles House
This house was not only beautiful, it was clean, beds and sheets were comfy, kitchen fully stocked, great backyard, and amazing front porch! Thank you for sharing your house with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vickie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming, clean and cozy
Great house - so clean, charming and cozy. Perfect spot for enjoying all that Cape Charles has to offer. A warm and welcoming home away from home with so many special touches throughout, which made R&R immediate and lasting. Loved the first floor master and easy access charging cord for the golf cart (a CC Ryder golf cart is a must have for the total Cape Charles experience) We miss it already and hope to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Time on the Cape
The owner was very responsive to any questions I had about the property. The property was clean and a joy to stay in and had everything we needed for a weeks stay. Close to the heart of the town and the beach, however I recommend renting a golf cart for ease of travel. Book the golf carts early because they run out of inventory quickly. It was the perfect place to relax for a week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Picture Perfect Family Beach Vacation
We recently had the pleasure of staying at “Down by the Bay” in Cape Charles with seven of our family members. This beautiful home became the backdrop to a truly memorable family vacation. While the photos on the VRBO listing are captivating, they hardly do justice to the home’s real-life charm. The layout is practical and inviting, perfect for families, and it’s evident that Christina, the owner, has poured her heart, soul, and keen design sense into restoring this historical gem. Every amenity we could have wished for was available, making our stay comfortable and hassle-free. We’re already looking forward to our visit next year. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda O., Vienna, Virgina

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous! Just as pictured and more!
In years of renting VRBOI properties, this house was the best equipped ever! House is professionally decorated and very well done. Very comfortable. Upstairs is terrific for a family with adorable bunk space and a room for parents! We enjoyed the property - sitting on the front porch reading or on the back deck. Kitchen equipment made ti easy to prepare meals. Owner was super responsive. House had everything we could have wanted. Would definitely stay at this property again. We appreciate such a nice home that allows dogs.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family cottage
My family has been visiting Cape Charles for several years. We have stayed in many homes, some nice, some disappointing. I must say this is one of the nicest homes we have stayed in, from the cozy comfort and decor to the well thought out amenities provided(beach chairs, towels, floaties, and toys). Sometimes the photos in a listing aren’t quite accurate. This home delivered on all it promises. Our family enjoyed the main floor master and the separate upstairs area, an excellent use of space. The house lives larger than a two bedroom. We thoroughly enjoyed the well kept backyard with grill, fire pit, deck, and lighting for a perfect family evening. We hope to stay again next time we come to the Cape.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous!
Great house, perfectly appointed and delightful. So many nice touches that made our stay comfortable and enjoyable. Good location, nice walk to beach and shops. We liked it so much we want to stay again. 10/10!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonja P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Timing and a beautiful place
My partner and I had booked this place as an early anniversary celebration, and then our area was hit very hard by Helene and we had no power or water. I am so grateful we had this place to stay. The host was so communicative and went above and beyond to help us out. The place is absolutely beautiful, so cozy and well stocked and clean, very close to the beach, and good break. Lucky to be able to enjoy some hot showers in a very cozy and well appointed home before heading back to our home. Very grateful for this spot and for the host, and I hope to get to come back to cape Charles under less stressful circumstances. Highly recommend this place ❤️
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cape Charles stay
Clean tidy and well equipped stay at Cape Charles for a week
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

donald w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
615 Jefferson
Great historical house with many upgrades. Comfortable setting The owner is attentive to providing a good vacation rental experience
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving in Cape Charles
We had a fall getaway and spent our Thanksgiving at Christina’s property in Cape Charles. The house was so cute! Everything was fresh and clean upon our arrival and we felt they made great use of the space. The beds and seats were all comfortable for sleeping and hanging out and the kitchen was really well stocked. We had one family (parents with a 2 and 4 year old) upstairs in the bunkie area and grandparents down in the master. We got lucky with the weather and enjoyed walking to the beach and sitting on the porch. It was fun to walk through town and see it decorated for Christmas. Christina reached out upon booking with helpful information about the property and got back to us right away with answers to our questions. Check out was fairly straightforward as far as these types of vacation rentals go (strip beds, towels in a pile, run dishwasher, sweep and take out trash before locking up) and since no one was coming right after us we had the option of paying to either extend our stay or a late check out which were a nice options. We really enjoyed our stay and would love to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family friendly, cute, functional and clean space
Title explains it - very family friendly space, house lives larger than the photos, has everything you need for a great beach trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Location and amenities were wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hans H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway in Cape Charles
This rental is as described, wonderfully decorated, fully equipped and extremely clean. Distance to beach and town is great, Cape Charles is amazing to walk around. One of our favorites!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelly D., Richmond VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best rental ever!
This thoughtfully designed, comfortable, clean and well stocked house is the best VRBO I’ve ever rented. For the first time ever I didn’t want to leave and tried to schedule for the same time next year. (But it’s already booked) For such a small house it lives comfortably for a family of six. I also have to say the beds/pillows are comfortable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022