Cape Charles is a charming, vibrant seaside town in Virginia. It is famous for its beaches, golf courses, Victorian houses, historical thoroughfares, parks, food, shopping, and natural reserves. From the mesmerizing Chincoteague Island where you can watch wild ponies wandering peacefully in their natural habitat, to Cape Charles Museum where you can learn about the history of trains of this town, to Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel, a modern engineering wonder, where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean, and to Tangier Island where you can find soft shell crabs, there are several places to visit in Cape Charles. There is also the Chesapeake Bay and the nearby crater formed approximately 35 million years ago, the two nationally ranked golf courses designed by golf legends Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer, and the Central Park where live music events happen year-around. If you are planning for a vacation here, here are the best Vrbo vacation rentals in Cape Charles, Virginia.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 23, 2024.
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1. Classic American residence with a lovely garden (from USD 355)
This classic American four-square home is spacious, has three bedrooms and can accommodate nine guests. Amenities include air conditioning, a full-sized washer, and dryer, heating, iron and board and hairdryer. All the rooms have WiFi connectivity. There is a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, grill, toaster, coffee maker, ice maker, stove, and dishes and utensils. Guests can play card and board games in the garden or enjoy the campfire. There are a deck and an outdoor shower too. Bicycles are provided. Beach restaurants, shopping, park, tennis courts are close by. Bay Creek Golf course is at a short drive from the unit.
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so sweet Loved having the shed to store bikes appreciated the list of local recommendations andWifi outdoor eating (and indoorshould be going in the right directionWe loved this home and cannot say enough wonderful things about itThe house was great Exactly as pictured and included some great beach extras Will definitely be heading back in the futureLocation:
Beach house is very nice and close to everything a great place to strayWe stayed for a long weekend and enjoyed Cape Charles for the 3rd time Beach restaurants and shops all in walking distanceThe house had all the basic necessities including lots of beach gearOnce in Virginia - within 30 minutes there is an aquarium a battleship a national parkThere is a playground at that parkCleanliness:
The house is nicely decoratedAll bedrooms are on second floor and are perfectly furnished as are the bathroomsThe beds and bedding were comfy and soft and the house layout functioned very wellRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
Wi-Fi was goodThe owners furnished it with everything we needed to have a very comfortable first stay in Cape CharlesIt was so nice to be provided with beach chairs and beach towels as wellyou can only park on the side of the street and what you are headedThe photos show the rooms/beds and they are comfortable and clean
2. Beautiful home close to wedding venues (from USD 252)
This cottage is located in the Cape Charles Historic District and is close to wedding venues at The Oyster Farm and King’s Creek Marina. This unit is close to beaches, marinas, parks, shopping, restaurants, and golf courses. It features a swing set, outdoor shower, a covered front porch, and a rear deck. Pets are not allowed in the unit. The dining area can seat about 12 people. This unit has three bedrooms and can sleep six guests.
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The owner was also quick to respond to questionsThe owner was very flexible and responsiveHe assured us that all was ok when I managed to lock us out of the houseso I recommend renting a golf cart make trips to the beach and Mason ave easyHe answered any and all questions i had before and during our trip We even made the mistake of locking ourselves out of the house one day and were panicking Matt had it resolved in mere minutes ...Location:
Perfectly decorated clean and great location to parks Oyster Farm and a great little place for a weekend getawayThe house is just a couple of blocks from the beach and there's an ice cream shop right down the street which we took full advantage of nightly We rented a golf cart which made it really easy to s...Chanel selection on TV is limited ( no sports)only a few blocks from the harborTown is small pleasant with a relaxed atmosphere Great place to "get away from it all"Cleanliness:
It is nicely decorated and equipped very clean and comfortableVery smooth process and comfortable clean house withRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
The kitchen is very well-stockedThe house looked like it was freshly paintedThe beds are incredibly comfortable and we loved the wall-mounted fans in each bedroomand we enjoyed the open flow of the downstairs living space - conducive to spending time together as a familyOutdoor shower was large perfect for having to rinse kids off after the beach
3. A marvelous lodge close to the historic waterfront (from USD 169)
You would love this property if you are into hunting, fishing, and wildlife. This property is on the Delmarva Peninsula. There is a fish cleaning station close by. This property is a couple of minutes from the historic waterfront, beach, and marina in Cape Charles. You can catch a boat in Onancock and go to Tangier Island, or go to see the wild horses and Chincoteague ponies on Assateague Island. You can also visit the Ocean City or the MD resort strip. There are a couple of gambling spots in Delaware. Amenities include parking, internet, air conditioning and heating, and washer and dryer. The kitchen features microwave oven, stove, coffee maker and refrigerator. There is a lawn, ample parking for a boat, and a deck. Nicklaus and Palmer golf courses are 2 miles (3.2 kilometers) from the property. The Chesapeake Bay, where you get to kayak and canoe, and several beautiful creeks and the ocean are about 2 miles (3.2 kilometers) from here.
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We especially appreciated having a washer and dryer Our host was prompt to respond to any questions we hadShe also made sure that we had a fire pit even though the original one broke Very clean and spaciousFinally the people who work in the office of the place were nice and friendly and were quick to answer any questions I hadThey also made provision for us to spend an extra night when we realized we had mixed up dates on our end and didn't have reservationsOur stove didn't work properly but the owner took care of that quicklyLocation:
bait shops and the Kiptopeke State Park3 min from Cape Charles beach which was perfect for the kids and 8 min from Kiptopeke State ParkOnly a few min from Cape Charles which is a lovely town lots of unique shops and very laid backIt was conveniently located near grocery stores restaurant s fishing piers and bait shopsWe were ok with that Perfect location for cape charles restaurants and barsCleanliness:
The property was clean and roomyRooms were very clean and plenty of room Will visit againProperty was spacious and clean We enjoyed our stayRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
It had a flat screen TV in the living room and each bedroomThe picture is a little deceiving because I did not realize there for four apartments in the one buildingthe kitchen had everything you need in itthere was washer and drier in the bathroomThe only thing we felt that would be an improvement to our stay would be to have a more comfortable bed in the main bedroom
4. Three-bedroom accommodation for six guests (from USD 483)
This three-bedroom house is located on a quiet, crape myrtle-lined boulevard. and is about 100 yards from the Chesapeake Bay. The beach is just a few steps from the front porch and downtown and the fishing pier are three blocks from here. There is an outdoor shower, a mudroom, and a porch that overlooks the beach. There are golf courses in about a couple of minutes’ drive. Amenities include parking, internet, air conditioning and heating, washer and dryer, TV, and fireplace.
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Owner was very communicative from booking until checkoutMost people ride golf carts or bikes so there is hardly any car trafficWe could not make any calls unless you are close to Rt 184(Randolph Road)Bike riding golf sitting on a most relaxing beach boating visiting wineriesOwners were great and even called to make sure we got in OKLocation:
The horses by Cchincoteague were a great excursionand it was a very easy drive to get to Virginia Beach Norfolk or other interesting locationsThe house is just a few steps away from the beach entrancetwo houses from the beach and an easy walk into charming downtown Cape Charlesbut otherwise there are enough restaurants and little shops for a week (we liked Kelley's Irish PubCleanliness:
The house is extremely clean and very well decoratedThe owners are very nice to deal with and the people who takes care of the house were extremely niceIt was immaculately clean and readily apparent to us that the owners take good care of itThe sunsets over the bay were beautifulIt is clean and uncrowded and the water is very shallow with no wavesRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
The kitchen is well stocked with everything you'll needAnd lastly the pillows on the bed were very old and not comfortableThe kitchen had everything we neededThe house was great with comfortable furniture and beds and a wonderful screened in porchclean and quiet with water calm and shallow enough for my three-year-old to feel extremely comfortable
5. Beautiful house close to the beach
This beautiful, single-floor, bungalow is located just two blocks from Cape Charles beach. It is cozy, has two-bedrooms, measures 576 square feet (53.5 square meters), and has a small-town charm to it. Fishing pier, shops, restaurants and parks are at walking distance from the unit. There is a gas grill in the patio at the backyard. The kitchen features a refrigerator, oven, stove, coffee-maker, microwave, grill and toaster along with dishes and utensils. Other amenities include washer and dryer, heater, air conditioning, hair dryer, television and parking. Books, videos and board games are also provided for your entertainment.
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Spotless and well equipped Nice new deck we used every nightstocked well and very well taken care ofPatti who lives next door made us feel right at homeI was very happy with the locationI was very happy with the locationLocation:
I of course love visiting Cape Charles andIt is a quick walk to Central Park which has a live band play on Sat night and is just a really nice place to hang outof course the folks at Chesapeake Properties were awesomeonly two blocks from the beach and two blocks from the downtown aresIt is within walking distance to the beach and the main street in townCleanliness:
The location can't be beatVery clean location is close to everythingIt felt super clean bright and openI was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rentalI was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rentalRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
and we hated to leavePerfect size property with all anemitiesI would suggested adding beach chairs to borrowIt was well stocked with supplies and very comfyLocation was great for the beach and for the town very walkable
6. Charming cottage with beach and bay views
This cottage is located about 600 feet (182 meters) from the bay beach. The yard is fenced-in so for your pets to stay safe. There is a backyard deck with tables, chairs, and umbrella, an airy living room, a utility room with washer and dryer, a fitness room, a small but well-equipped kitchen and a separate dining room. You can watch the sunset over the bay from the back deck and the front yard overlooks the beach. Pets are allowed in the unit. Restaurants, marina, gym, shops, fishing pier, harbor, and theater are close by.
Accommodates: 5
Minimum Nights: 0
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
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We appreciated everyone's helpEveryone we met was friendly and helpful giving us tips about places to visit Will definitely consider coming backI moved them to the concrete so they did not kill the grassThey kindly did so & found itCape Charles is a delightful small town with southern charm and friendly people as well as several upscale restaurants casual pub type eateriesLocation:
Nice in town location Close to shops & restaurantsThis is a cute little house in a quiet delightful neighborhoodBeach is super close walk and also easy golf cart ride into town for shops and restaurantsThe Pelican House was greatIt is a very short walk to the beach and within walking distance to the shops While the house is small it has everything you need for a nice beach vacationCleanliness:
very clean and well keptFit 4 adults and a toddler with no issuesThe washer/dryer were greatEverything was clean and everything in the kitchen worksThe bed had a very comfortable mattress and the house was spotlessly cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
The TV could use a few more channelsThe dining room is very comfortablea fully equipped kitchen stocked linen closet and adorable beach decorWhat it lacked was an outdoor shower and off street parkingThe stairs to the second floor would be treacherous for young children and others with difficulty climbing step due to rise
7. Three-story abode with a large deck
This house has three bedrooms, three bathrooms and can accommodate eight guests. It is suitable for large family/group gatherings. This three-floor house is at a short walk from the marina beach and the Oyster Farm, and a short drive from the historic town. Guests also have access to the Bay Creek pool. There is a large living area with a pool table on the second floor, a deck from where you can enjoy the sun and a third-floor private sleeping area. Pets are allowed in the house. Amenities include washer and dryer, microwave, grill, and dishwasher.
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and she responded immediately asking for some additional information and assured me the information was getting to maintenance and housekeepingHousekeeping (Sonia and family) made the house absolutely spotless and gorgeous for our arrivalso we weren’t sitting so lowI was more than happy with the locationI was more than happy with the locationLocation:
Just like my description says it has lots of potentialthose mattresses were purchased after 2012Surprizingly fun and entertaining location very niceWe attended a wedding at The Oyster Farm which was in walking distance from the houseBay Breeze is a short walk to the Beach and MarinaCleanliness:
The vacation rental was very cleanThe vacation rental was very cleanThe vacation rental was very cleanThe vacation rental was very cleanI was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rentalRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
Plenty of room for 8 peopleThere was one rickety adirondack chairbut the carpet was stained in multiple areasthe pillows were a bit flatI do wish that the bedroom window covering fit the windows more generously but that’s a small thing
8. An elegant duplex with free beach items
This duplex is located on the Strawberry Street, at the crossroads of Cape Charles, that is lined by bald cypress trees giving you a coastal wood feel. The house features a contemporary-style kitchen, bathrooms with claw foot soaking tub, a covered porch overlooking the park in the east and a back deck with a gas grill and outdoor shower. Central Park, downtown and beach are at walking distance. This unit is about a mile (1.6 kilometers) from Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus’ golf courses in Bay Creek. You are close to all the local attractions and rentals such as kayaking, wine-tasting tours, fishing off the pier, hiking, birding, and live theaters. Beach items, towels, chairs, boogie board, umbrella, beach cart, fishing poles, and crab nets are provided.
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They also had two sheds out back with beach trolleys beach umbrellas and sand toysvery well stocked with all the essentialsIn the future perhaps having some of those items available for guests plus some bikes would be a nice added touchWe rented both sides of this adorable house so that our adult children grandchildrengreat grandmother and a few nieces could all make some vacation memories togetherLocation:
Quiet neighborhood but EASY walk toThe village was 2 blocks from the houseIt is in a great location to shops beach and parkboth beach and downtown Kids played at the playground across the street every morningVery good location easy walking distance to the beach and Main Street UnitCleanliness:
The house was very nice and super cleanThe house was everything we were hoping for and moreUpstairs there are three comfortable bedrooms and a full bathRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
There is a half bath of the living room as wellThe house is as comfortable and charming as it appears in the photos stocked with things that you might want during your stayAnd the outdoor shower was divineWe enjoyed rustic style of bedrooms and bathroom and modern kitchen with all utilities at handthe proximity to the park and the abundance of towels Morning coffee on the porch in view of the crepe myrtles was a special treat
9. Pet-friendly house for a group of six
A beautiful Victorian beach house that is at a walking distance from the beach, downtown, and the town park. It has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a living room, dining room, family room, kitchen, and a laundry room. Guests are allowed to bring their pets. Restaurants, library, shopping, markets, art galleries, pharmacy, and theater are all close by. Guests are allowed to fish from the town’s fishing pier. Activities such as horseback riding, antiquing, fishing, sailing, jet skiing, kayaking, and windsurfing are available around the unit. Parking is available too.
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So glad we could bring our dog with usWe are so glad that we could bring the dog alongwas very nice and the square table was very nice for the 6 of us to talk about our day during mealsthe gazebo and the shoreBeing a one hundred year old homeLocation:
The house is in a great locationThe house sits just behind the business streetThe location is convenient to restaurants and the beachWe enjoyed some of the local restaurants tooWalking distance is close to the parkCleanliness:
The house was not cleanWe traveled with 3 adults 3 teens and 2 cannine companionsbut it is clean and comfortableRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
I moved a light from the sitting room to the dining room so that I could see at night to work at the tableAlso you have to be aware of steps between the dining room and the kitchen and the hallway and the mud roomLiving room furniture was very comfy and there was room for all of us there at one timeThe family room was very comfortable and the porch swing was greatThe tub has a handheld shower nozzle and no surrounding shower curtain
10. Bright-colored retreat overlooking the harbor
This one-bedroom unit is located in the heart of the quaint Cape Charles Historic Area. It is the right place for people watching. The rental house is on the second floor of Seahorse Retreat and is accessible only through stairs. It is about a block from the Cape Charles town beach. The living room is decorated with several paintings of seahorses, the dining can seat four comfortably, and the deck that overlooks the Cape Charles harbor is accessible from the bedroom as well as the living. There is a fully equipped kitchen with a built-in microwave, a dishwasher, and ceramic top stove, among others. Cafe, beach, restaurants are at walking distance. Amenities include telephone, parking, internet and washer, and dryer.
Accommodates: 3
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
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Also Doug was great with answering me quickly if I had a questionAdditionally Brandi was easy to work with and very kind during a family emergency that affected our plansDead bolts not functioning Pictures are misleadingNeeds some freshening up now after the season Carpeting filters etc need some attentionThe furniture was nice and the beachy decor was really cuteLocation:
It is located in the perfect location Near shops and restaurants and a short walk to the beachConvenient location to beach and shops Wonderful spaceIt's very conveniently located - only 1 1/2 blocks to the beach and within easy walking distance of great restaurants and shopsgreat Loved walking about the shops and eateriesEnjoyed our stay on the Main Street of Cape Charles Very Convenient locationCleanliness:
It was clean and brightand I slept in the masterwe loved the bright and beachy decorTake down the picture in your ad of the boatRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the apartment is very quietso we could view the sites of the town Kitchen was nicely equipped with everything we neededThe unit was cozy comfortable and spotlessThe king bed was as advertised --The king-sized bed was very comfortable Would stay there again
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Whether you are here for a family vacation, romantic getaway, or to attend a wedding, Vrbo has all kinds of vacation rentals to meet your requirement. Choose your favorite rental and enjoy your stay.
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