You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Key Lime Cottage: Your Cape Charles Beachside Retreat
Welcome to Key Lime Cottage, a fully renovated 1926 gem located just blocks from Cape Charles beach, Central Park, and downtown. Your stay includes a complimentary golf cart for breezy exploration! We've lovingly restored this classic four-square home to combine historic charm with modern comfort. Sun-drenched rooms await, featuring a convenient powder room on the main floor and two full bathrooms upstairs—one with a soaking tub.
Gather around a large dining table that seats 12 for family feasts, with an additional kids' table. Relax on sofas in a living room adorned with an eclectic book collection. Step outside to find ample seating on a spacious front porch equipped with ceiling fans for those warm days. The back deck offers a grill and dining setup, along with an outdoor shower for post-beach rinses.
Sleep soundly in one of four inviting bedrooms. Choose from three rooms with queen beds outfitted with premium mattresses, or opt for a 'kids’ room' featuring a bunk bed and twin trundle, sleeping up to five little ones or two adults. And for outdoor adventure? Two kayaks and three bikes are yours to enjoy.
Property manager
Adam & Melissa Charney
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
In the city center
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
Things to do
Bicycles
Kayak
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Swimming nearby
Winery tours 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
Bicycles
Garden
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
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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 and cats only
2 total pets
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 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
Cape Charles, VA
What's nearby
Cape Charles Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Bay Creek Golf Club - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
Dog Beach - 12 min drive - 9.9 km
Kiptopeke State Park - 15 min drive - 16.7 km
Getting around
Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min drive
The Shanty - 10 min walk
Sting-Ray's Restaurant - 10 min drive
Hardee's - 6 min drive
Brown Dog Ice Cream - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Key Lime Cottage: Your Cape Charles Beachside Retreat pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).
What time is check-in at Key Lime Cottage: Your Cape Charles Beachside Retreat?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Key Lime Cottage: Your Cape Charles Beachside Retreat?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Key Lime Cottage: Your Cape Charles Beachside Retreat located?
Located in Historic Downtown Cape Charles, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Cape Charles Beach and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Bay Creek Golf Club. Kiptopeke State Park and Eastern Shore of Virginia National Wildlife Refuge are also within 12 mi (20 km).
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This was our fourth time to Cape Charles, but our first time at Key Lime. The house was great. The location was so close to the beach and having the golf cart to get to town was the best. We brought our 3 children with us and the house had so much to entertain them!
From the time we booked Key Lime Cottage until the time we checked out, everything went extremely smooth. The home is welcoming and a quick walk or golf cart ride to the beach, shops, and restaurants. The house is well furnished inside and includes many necessary beach items. Everyone enjoyed the stay at Cape Charles!
We loved the Key Lime Cottage. It had everything we needed, kayaks, golf cart, bikes! Excellent location- close to beach, central park (pickle ball court, soccer fields, and playground) and "downtown" CC which has restaurants, shops, distillery, etc.
We would love to stay again!
Loved the house and location. Property well stocked with all essentials and very clean. Location was perfect for walking anywhere-beach, park for pickleball and town for eating and shopping. Golf cart a great bonus! Thank you for sharing your charming home. Hosts were super helpful too.
Keylime Cottage was exactly as advertised. It was close to the beach with all the necessary amenities without all the packing. Adam was an excellent host and we will rent/recommend the property again! Cape Charles is the perfect get away!
We had a fabulous family week at Key Lime Cottage and even a tropical storm going through didn’t bother our stay. The house had everything we needed and we could even charge our EV. This was our favorite house we have stayed at in Cape Charles and the hosts were great!
What a perfect place for a short get away. The house was perfect with anything you needed. The golf cart was a major plus. We loved the porches! It was great to meet Adam who was very friendly. Will definitely come back!
This house has a very wonderful floor plan for a group of nine. We enjoyed the proximity to the beach and the front porch. The golf cart was a major plus as well as the ability to check-in early. We will definitely be back!
The home was better than pictured ! there were many places to socialize , and to get away to read a book. Excellent outdoor spaces as well ,including the huge front porch. The home is very close to the waterfront and shops ,so ,very convenient ! We really enjoyed having the use of the golf cart and bikes as well. Highly recommend this property.
We truly enjoyed our stay in this lovely home this past weekend while participating in the CBES bike ride. The home is charming and the property is extremely clean. The hosts were very accommodating and responsive. The golf cart is a great way to explore Cape Charles and we can't wait to return and use the kayaks. Many great amenities. I would highly recommend this property.
Great communication with Adam and he was very accommodating to our needs. It helped us to make a birthday celebration special! Well-appointed home for our holiday weekend getaway and the golf cart is an excellent plus! Our Goldens enjoyed the backyard. Close to the beach and downtown shopping and restaurants. Cape Charles never disapoints!
Our family loved everything about our Cape Charles stay. The house was clean, beautiful, conveniently located, and equipped with everything we needed for a wonderful time. The host greeted us when we were checking in, and communication was clear and consistent throughout the whole process. Our only regret was that we needed to leave. We wish we could have stayed longer and definitely want to come back to Cape Charles and Key Lime Cottage.
We had a short stay in Cape Charles and booked The Key Lime Cottage. It was spacious and great proximity to the park, bay and downtown. Adam was an amazing host and gave us numerous recommendations for places to eat during our stay. Check in and check out were seamless. Adam was very responsive to any questions and checked in with us to make sure everything was up to par. I would definitely recommend booking the Key Lime Cottage for your stay in Cape Charles.
The property was perfect upon arrival. The kitchen had an ample amount of everything you would need for a week long vacation. Well appointed house, with a fenced in back yard for our dog! This rental came with a cart rental. The cart needed service and the owner brought their personal cart so we would have a seemless vacation! Highly recommend this property and we will be back!
This was the perfect getaway during a very busy time at home. Key Lime Cottage is perfectly appointed with everything you need. The kitchen is well stocked, as are the bathrooms. The small sunporch is a perfect place to gate you pets, and the entire backyard is fenced. Key Lime Cottage is less than a two block from the beach, which is beautiful with munificent views. We will definitely be returning, hopefully for a longer stay. Our host, Adam was very accommodating and attentive.
We are now hooked on Cape Charles and it all started with our stay at the Key Lime Cottage. From the time we walked in we felt welcomed and at home. It had more than we ever needed! Best stocked kitchen of anywhere I have ever stayed and the home decor was just perfect and decorated for fall. The beautiful front porch allowed us relaxation and time with family. We could look down the street and see the dunes of the bay...just perfect! Adam was a wonderful host and communicator. I highly recommend this beautiful home!