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A coastal residential area with multi-story houses featuring balconies, large windows, and a clear view of the sea.
A coastal residential area with houses near a beach and a body of water.
A hallway with a wooden staircase, a door leading outside, and a view of neighboring houses.
A multi-story beachfront house with a balcony, a covered porch, and a grassy yard.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a small building, surrounded by trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Cape Charles, VA
  • Place, Oyster Farm Marina
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Charles Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    ‪69 min drive‬

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About the area

Cape Charles

At this holiday home you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Chesapeake Bay and within 20 minutes of Cape Charles Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 3 bathrooms, a fireplace and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Cape Charles holiday home include Oyster Farm Marina and Central Park.
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What's nearby

  • Oyster Farm Marina - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Central Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cape Charles Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Kiptopeke State Park - 15 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Small’s Smokehouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Shanty - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Top China - ‬6 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.

Only 1 Block to the Beach - Community Pool - Featured on HGTV!


Shore Thing Cape Charles (formerly known as Purple Daze on HGTV’s Beachfront Bargain Hunt S26 E12) is a beautiful beach house in the gated community of Kings Bay. Only one short block away from a small private beach and a quick walk to the Oyster Farm Seafood Eatery! Ride your bike or take a golf cart less than a mile away into historic downtown Cape Charles to enjoy the public beach, free fishing pier, and the shops and restaurants along Mason Avenue.

This beach house boasts an updated kitchen with brand-new stainless steel appliances including a gas range! The 1st-floor master suite has a king bed and a large bathroom with a walk-in shower and a large tub. The 2nd-floor rooms include a queen bedroom with a balcony, a bedroom with two twins and a balcony, a double bunk-bed room, and a jack-and-jill bathroom. There is also a 3rd-floor loft with a wet bar, fridge, and TV- it’s one of our favorite places to watch the breathtaking sunsets.
*The Ring doorbell camera is installed on the front of the house for the security of the property only.

Everything you need will be provided: bed sheets, bath towels, beach towels (5), a beach cart, beach chairs (8), and beach toys; a fully stocked kitchen; high-speed internet; 4 TVs with Amazon Fire Sticks. We have Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, and Disney for your use, but do not have cable or dish TV.

For your outdoor adventures, we provide our guests with two adult beach cruisers, two single-person kayaks, and a paddle board. *Signed waiver required*

Cape Charles is golf cart friendly so RESERVE YOUR GOLF CART EARLY when booking your reservation. Bay Creek is also a short drive where you can enjoy a 2-mile-long private beach, an outdoor pool (open from Memorial Day through Labor Day), and tennis courts.

Come stay at Shore Thing to enjoy the good life on the Chesapeake Bay!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking on the premise.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,493 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Three levels of stairs. No baby gates.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on the premise.

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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Shore Thing Cape Charles NEW Listing!

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Only 1 Block to the Beach - Community Pool - Featured on HGTV! ?

Yep, Only 1 Block to the Beach - Community Pool - Featured on HGTV! is a short 18-minute walk from Cape Charles Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, water tubing and windsurfing. You can also find water sports equipment and motor boats.

Does Only 1 Block to the Beach - Community Pool - Featured on HGTV! have a pool?

Only 1 Block to the Beach - Community Pool - Featured on HGTV! has a pool and a communal pool.

Is Only 1 Block to the Beach - Community Pool - Featured on HGTV! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as children's dinnerware and children's books, it's no surprise that Only 1 Block to the Beach - Community Pool - Featured on HGTV! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Only 1 Block to the Beach - Community Pool - Featured on HGTV! ?

No, Only 1 Block to the Beach - Community Pool - Featured on HGTV! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Only 1 Block to the Beach - Community Pool - Featured on HGTV! ?

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

Are pets allowed at Only 1 Block to the Beach - Community Pool - Featured on HGTV! ?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Only 1 Block to the Beach - Community Pool - Featured on HGTV! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 104 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

marcee p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our best vacation ever. Appreciated the use of kayaks and paddleboard. They made the trip perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Becky M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time at this property. The house is really well kept and well appointed. It was too early in the season for the pool to be open, but we were able to go to the beach and take advantage of many of the other activities available in town. So charming. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect place to stay in Cape Charles

Great place for a get away or a long stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trysh B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful, in excellent condition, and in a great location. Kelly was easy to get a hold of and very responsive to any questions I had. We had a wonderful family trip for the long Thanksgiving weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JANE C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to stay. Host as very responsive. Only wish we could have used the fireplace :). We did not use any of the amenities but I am sure they would have been wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frances M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

The house was as advertised . Easy access to beach - very nice having beach chairs , floats and kayaks there for our use . Owners were very responsive to our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dallas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

We had a
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot for our spring break mini trip!

The house was well-positioned (to beach and downtown), and well-appointed! We enjoyed being right by the bay and a short golf cart ride to downtown. The access to bicycles and kayaks was an added bonus! We’d recommend and hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

marge c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Owners are excellent to work with. Only 1 complaint. No crab claw crackers… LOL I would bring extra bath towels next time. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped. The upper room was a nice nook for kids. We enjoyed the convenient walking distance to downtown and ice cream. The calm traffic made for low stress runs exploring the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BEST weekend ever!

We had a lovely weekend at Cape Charles! The weather was glorious and our VRBO was premium! We loved every minute!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hunter W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and neighborhood!

Beautiful home, was perfect for our family and located in a great gated neighborhood!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maude M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely getaway to Cape Charles

The house had everything we could need. It was bright, well furnished and the porch was a delight to sit in. We took the beach chairs and headed around the corner to sit on the beach in the late afternoon--perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property, fantastic location!

My family and another could not have enjoyed our stay more. The property was clean, convenient, comfortable and quiet. This was our first trip to Cape Charles and we will definitely be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can’t wait for next year

We had the best Cape Charles vacation yet! The property was perfect for our family and the hosts were very responsive and great to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, comfortable furnished home in gated community. Pool, marina and beach was FUN. Great restaurant next to the property called OYSTER FARM! Close to town. Will rent a golf cart next time for more FUN!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cape Charles

Beautiful property and very accommodating hosts. Loved this house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deb E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay in Cape Charles!!!

House was extremely clean and maintained. Absolutely lovely.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Drew O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family beach house.

This is the second time that we stayed here and it has been perfect. We loved the house and the shallow beach. I'd recommend for family and young kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

Hosts were great with their communication and flexibility with our request for an early check-in. Home was clean, spacious and light filled. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Getaway

This was a great time and everyone in our family thoroughly enjoyed the long weekend. Kelly & Dan were very helpful and accommodating making our trip special.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful sunset

Excellent service from the owners at a convenient location with beautiful sunsets.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxation Vacation

If you're looking for a busy tourist location, this is not it. If you're looking to relax in the sun, on the beach, or at the community pool, your at the right place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything you could ever need at the beach!

Amazing house only 1.5 blocks from the beach. This house had literally everything you could need from beach chairs, floats, kids toys, to first aid kits. We will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Get away long weekend

It was a very nice house great location. Quiet. Clean and a very relaxing couple of days.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023