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Family vacation retreat w/ In-ground Pool with private Chesapeake Bay access!

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor pool
Outdoor dining
Exterior
On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 123500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Cape Charles, VA
  • Place, Kiptopeke State Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Eastern Shore of Virginia National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cape Charles

Located in Bay Ridge, this vacation home is a short stroll from Chesapeake Bay and within a 10-minute drive of John Custis' Tomb. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Kiptopeke State Park - 10 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Eastern Shore of Virginia National Wildlife Refuge - 12 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel - 13 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center - 16 min drive - 10.7 miles
  • Cape Charles Beach - 17 min drive - 11.5 miles

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hardee's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Small’s Smokehouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Shanty - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Jackspot - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Family vacation retreat w/ In-ground Pool with private Chesapeake Bay access!

Located for easy access to our private beach, Kiptopeke State Park, Cape Charles, and Virginia Beach. This is the ideal family get-away for 4-5 couples. Completely modern with loads of privacy, it can accommodate up to 12 guests and has two separate living areas. When you're not splashing in the pool, you can take a 1-minute drive to stroll the nicest beach on the Eastern Shore. It is about 6 minutes to Kiptopeke State Park with its great beach, nature trails, fishing pier, and boat ramps, and 12 minutes to the Town of Cape Charles with its restaurants, stores, beaches, parades, marinas, golf courses, and more!
It's a 45-minute drive to the Virginia Beach oceanfront and about an hour and a half to Chincoteague where you can tour the islands and see the wild ponies and Osprey nests. Williamsburg is a 1 1/2 hour drive; a perfect day trip. Experience a slower pace of life with access to all the fun you want.
Note: The pool is open for Memorial Day. Please let me know if you'd like it opened earlier in the season.

Please note: Loud music and parties are not tolerated. This is a very quiet, peaceful community, and excessive noise is not tolerated. Thank you for your understanding and acceptance of this condition.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a sofa bed. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 3,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

While the pool and yard are to be enjoyed by all, your group cannot be so loud as to be disturbing to my neighbors.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: We have a PacknPlay and a child seat for your use

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 28

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Family Retreat w Inground Poo
Family Retreat w/ Inground Pool on Chesapeake Bay Great Golf
Family Retreat w/ In ground Pool on Chesapeake Bay Great Golf

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Bay Ridge within a short 8-minute walk of Chesapeake Bay. Kiptopeke State Park is also within a driving distance of 3.9 mi.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

Yes, there is accessible parking available.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Family vacation retreat w/ In-ground Pool with private Chesapeake Bay access! a good place to stay for couples?

This beachfront vacation home offers many amenities for couples such as a private pool, private pools in some accommodations, as well as an outdoor pool.

Does Family vacation retreat w/ In-ground Pool with private Chesapeake Bay access! have a hot tub?

No, but this vacation home offers jetted bathtubs in all accommodations.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF), which is about 23.8 mi away. Another top airport is Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF), which is around 27.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Family vacation retreat w/ In-ground Pool with private Chesapeake Bay access!?

Yes, every accommodation at Family vacation retreat w/ In-ground Pool with private Chesapeake Bay access! comes with a deck.

Family vacation retreat w/ In-ground Pool with private Chesapeake Bay access! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time with our grandkids. We loved the pool and the kids loved the beach. It was a bit of a walk to the beach for us old folks but was worth the walk to see how happy the grandkid's were! Jack was great and answered any questions we had. Would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James S., Cressona, PA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
5 stars isn't nearly enough for this house and host. There are far too many pros to list and there aren't any cons. 20ish years of staying in the Outer Banks, Seaside Heights, Rehoboth, and the Poconos. I can confidently say this house and pool were by far our favorite! Private beach and the beach in Cape Charles, amazing! Cape Charles is a fantastic little town. The distillery had the best crab cakes and I didn't eat crab cakes. I could go on for days about this house and area but it would be best for you to experience it personally!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful well-stocked home!

We had a wonderful week at this home. The host was easy to reach and very responsive to questions we had. Our family cooks a lot, and this kitchen had everything we needed and more! Games, pack n play, books, there was literally nothing missing! The pool was of course amazing and well utilized. We did receive a noise complaint from neighbors for what we felt were reasonable noise levels, and the rest of the trip we felt worried that we were disturbing them. That was the absolute only negative thing about this vacation. We drove a very short distance to get to the beach path, then walked a short way to access the beach, and it was so sparsely populated that it felt like your own private beach. I would definitely recommend this home for a family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice quiet location

Quiet neighborhood, tucked away from main town area. Pool was enjoyed by all, along with walks on the beach nearby that has a lot of crabs!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Oerfect

We were looking for a long weekend getaway for 8 adults and 5 kids. This place was perfect. Everyone got the space they needed. The backyard is a kids and adult paradise. We cooked out we ate in, there was absolutely everything we needed and more. We will definitely rebook.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie N., Smith Mountain Lake

Liked: Cleanliness

Fam time!

This home was perfect for our family get together ! Plenty of room, the pool was a big hit with all ages! Jack was a great host! He checked in with us and was very helpful and kind. The walk to the beach was short, and it was so nice that it was uncrowded. We enjoyed sunset walks to cap off the days. A short drive to Cape Charles was wonderful to be able to choose your time to be with others on a holiday weekend. Highly recommend !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H., Pocono Lake, Pa

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful home!

We’ve stayed in quite a few home rentals. This house was the most well stocked home we’ve ever stayed in. What a lovely home and the pool was great. Unfortunately, Tropical Storm Debby passed by during our stay, but we found things to do and enjoyed ourselves. We highly recommend this home. Thanks to Jack for a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Family Reunion

This house was great! It had every amenity we needed including sheets, bath towels, and pool towels. The layout worked well as there is one bedroom on the first floor for anyone who needs to stay away from stairs. It was large enough for us to enjoy each other or quiet times on our own. The beach is a trek but not un-doable. We took two beach umbrellas (provided) and all the beach chairs we needed. The whole environment of the home and neighborhood had something for everyone. We bbq'd almost everyday. The guys went crabbing at Kiptopeke State Park and brought back enough crabs for all to enjoy for dinner that night. I loved this house and all it offered!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARY M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect peaceful location for a family gathering

As a family of 8 adults and 2 young children, we needed a spacious house with plenty of outdoor space to allow for a comfortable week’s vacation in Cape Charles. Jack’s place was perfect for all of our needs, with plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms, an exceptionally well equipped kitchen and an expansive back yard with a multi layered deck, and a salt water pool. Jack was attentive to all of our questions and inquiries. The access to a quiet sandy beach mins from the house was an added bonus for all. The calm water was ideal for our 3 year old grandson and all the adults enjoyed lengthy shoreline strolls, as well as watching dolphins playing in the waves and even a bald eagle sighting ! We all enjoyed the peaceful setting of the area, with plenty of cheery bird song to greet us in the morning and send us to sleep in the evenings We count ourselves very lucky to have found this little piece of paradise in Cape Charles.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jesse p.

Liked: Cleanliness

In Love With This House!!!!

Super layout for our large family. The pool was excellent for the children when having down time from the beach. Most peaceful setting yet close enough drive to Cape Charles for all our excursions. Jack is a very kind and hands on host. Will definitely use this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Areas for Everyone!!

We knew the Pool would be the highlight and it was!! But So Much More to enjoy:-) The Beach, the well equipped home, outdoor area, garage, beautiful landscape, peaceful area and Cape Charles town. Everyone in the Family from youngest to oldest Really had a Great Time!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F., Chapin

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Get Away - But Shhhhhhhhhh

We had great vacay! We were a group of 7 adults and 4 kids. The house was well equipped! Loved the new gas range! The living space was great to allow people space! It was broken up nicely with two dinning spaces and three sitting areas. Beds were comfy! The garage was well equipped with beach items and chairs! Honestly, they thought of everything! From garbage bags, spices, to beach chairs! The backyard is an oasis! Beautiful pool, lounging areas, and lots of green space. Only concern is that you need to be extremely quiet outside. No music, no kids playing, no loud noises. Unfortunately the neighbors complained, and we were very sensitive to all noise outside after that. Cape Charles is a cute town! We checked out the beach there mutliple times. Loved the breweries, shops, mini golf, ice cream, and checked out a few restaurants! Definitely check out A1 Seafood Market.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Judith P.

JP

A few housekeeping items that could be addressed (such as eradicating sugar ants and better cleaning of the bathrooms) and more comfortable seating in the den for more to watch the one TV there but overall it was a very enjoyable stay. Our grandkids had a great time in the pool and it was a very relaxing vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sushama D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing vacation. Property and pool amazing, beach access difficult

We enjoyed our stay at Jack’s property! It was peaceful and relaxing. + Pool was very nice, clean, good size + Entire backyard with gazebo, lounge chairs, tables were great to hang out. We ate all of our meals out there + Wraparound porch with rocking chairs was lovely for sitting and enjoying the pretty landscaping - Beach access was difficult. Have to walk through a stretch of woods, and the golf cart rental places in town don’t allow you to take them all the way out to this community because of the highway. So we had to carry all of the chairs and umbrellas ourselves - Beach items were on the older side and there weren’t many toys for the kids (buckets, shovels, etc.) - Freezer wasn’t in great shape in terms of cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family vacation

We had a great stay at Jacks. We’re a multigenerational group that travels together each summer. The pool was great although there were some issues w the filter. Jack was very communicative about the issues. The location near the private beach was great. We loved riding bikes or driving over for mornings/evenings on the beach. It was a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing vacation

We were very pleased with this property. There was plenty of room for everyone. We loved having our own pool and backyard for the kids to play. Everything was clean and host had quick responses to any questions we had. I would definitely rent this place again! Thanks Jack!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gail K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cape Charles away from the madding crowd

Loved being able to go to the beach in the morning and come back to the house for the little ones to nap and the older kids to play in the pool and yard. Perfect situation for our group
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Darlene L., Pittsburgh Pa.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation 2021

The property was perfect for a family, the house was equipped with everything you could want. I was a little shocked that there was not much to do in the area. Renting golf carts would have been fun but you need to reserve them in advance there was nothing available for the entire week. So if you want to relax and swim then this is the perfect place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sherry M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Family Getaway

We have been coming to Cape Charles with our family to visit for the past few summers. Each time we have rented this property. It is a large and comfortable home with plenty of amenities and one of few homes in Cape Charles with its own private pool. The house comes with plenty of backyard activities and board games that families can enjoy together. The beach access is not a bad bicycle ride or a quick car ride. There is a light 5 minute walk through some greenery after parking your car. I think next time we will rent a golf cart to easily transport our beach gear. The private beach is worth the walk. The owner was very kind and had a very fast response.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Garrett P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent home for our family summer vacation

An amazing property, the house had everything we needed and more to provide a perfect and much relaxing week for our annual summer family vacation (12 people total; 3 families with children). House was clean, roomy and we much appreciated the fully stocked kitchen and grill to prepare meals every evening. The kids loved playing in the pool, large backyard and swing set all week. The private beach is fantastic, we had no issues driving and getting gear out the path to the beach with the cart and wagon that were provided. Amazing sunsets over the bay every evening and the water was mostly calm which was great for small kids. Jack is an excellent host and provided all the information that you could need up front, and was very responsive to questions we had prior to the trip. It was our first time to Cape Charles which is a wonderful town. We made frequent trips to browse the shops on main street, grab lunch at some great restaurants (Kelly's Pub & Dead Rise Pies), and also spent an afternoon at the beach in town and fishing pier.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Hope L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful, Relaxing vacation

We had a wonderful week staying in Cape Charles. The home fit all of our needs. It was clean, spacious and beautifully decorated. We also really appreciated the well stocked kitchen. After a hot day at the beach, coming home to a pool was just what we all needed. Great home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

kris f.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving gathering

What a lovely home! We took our household to Cape Charles to meet up with one of our adult kids and had the most relaxing time. I was nervous about cooking Thanksgiving in a strange kitchen but everything I needed was there (I brought a roaster for the turkey). We were blessed with wonderful weather and walked to the beach every day (sometimes more!) to enjoy watching the dolphins, exercising and just relaxing. We ate outdoors at several local places (The Shack and Cape Charles distillery) - both excellent. Played corn hole and binged some Netflix too. Exactly the get away that we all needed. The House is in a very rural neighborhood (but oh the sunshine that streams through all the windows!) and the beach is about 3/4 mile but there are beach wagons in the garage if you need to haul stuff there. I ordered groceries ahead at Wegmans in Va Beach and they were ready for pickup as we arrived. Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Katie A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Remote Property

This was a beautiful property in a very remote location, which was just what we were looking for. The pool was amazing and the owners provided everything you could need, including for small children. There's so much nature to look at on the property- butterfly bushes, a fig tree, lizards, spiders, deer, swallows' nests and rabbits. Definitely bring some bug spray if you plan to hang outside at night time. The beach is private and pristine, but I would definitely recommend renting a golf cart for the week. It's a 3 min drive or 10 minute walk to the path, but then it's another 5-10 min walk down the path to the beach. Be aware that on the sides of the path we saw poison sumac and poison ivy (this has nothing to do with the property owners). It's totally worth the journey though. The bay was calm and provided more beautiful nature, including ghost crabs, sand pipers, seagulls, hermit crabs, etc. Overall it was a great stay and I would recommend it to any nature lover.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mathew A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot for the family

Between the pool and access to the beach, this was a great place to stay with our three kids. They were constantly entertained.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020

8/10 Good

grant b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot for a family vacation

We had a great week for a family vacation the property is located between Cape Charles and the bay bridge tunnel for easy access to Virginia Beach and Cape Charles The pool was great the house had every you could need Great property I would definitely rent this property again
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019