Chesapeake Dream - Stately restored Victorian home ONLY 4 houses from the BEACH!

Pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
4.9
Outstanding(53 Reviews)

House in Cape Charles, VA

11 guests · 4 bedrooms · 4 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

LOCATION. LOCATION. LOCATION! Chesapeake Dream is just 4 houses from the beach and 2 blocks from the main street with shopping, dining, and entertainment. A stately 3200 square foot restored Victorian built in 1912 comfortably sleeps 11, making for a perfect getaway for the multi-generational family and friends.

Sitting on a double, corner lot the fenced back yard provides family fun with a charcoal grill and plenty of grassy lawn for family games. Cornhole is provided, as well as a beach cart for your convenience. Or simply sit at the table in the backyard under the solar party lights and gaze at the large gardens with flowers pretty much all times of the year. Bring some firewood and make samores over the backyard fire pit or enjoy some drinks at the outdoor bar. There is also a fresh herb garden provided for the gourmet chefs to spice up their homecooked meals. The large columned wrap-around front porch provides plenty of space to host those special dinner parties, or simply just sit in the rockers and sip your coffee (or wine).
And don't forget the enclosed outdoor shower located right out the back door so you can wash off all the sand and go right into the house from there.

Come in off the porch through the vestibule. After entering the grand first-floor foyer, complete with a sitting area, gather the family for TV viewing or enjoy an adult beverage and conversation in the spacious living room after the children are safely snuggled in bed. Families will have more than enough room to enjoy meals together, whether it is a quick breakfast in the sunroom with a table seating 6 and a sitting area, or in the formal dining room seating 8, complete with a beautiful marble fireplace and a 100 plus-year-old pump organ (both for aesthetics only).

The bright white kitchen has modern appliances and is thoroughly stocked with anything you could possibly need to cook family meals at home if you are seeking a break from dining out at the fabulous local restaurants. Coffee lovers delight as it has a regular brewing coffee pot, Nespresso, and Keurig. Set off the kitchen is a lovely wood-paneled office with an oversized leather chair and oak desk for those who need a workstation. Through the office is a half bath, leading to the laundry room which provides a washer, dryer, a sink, a wine refrigerator, and a stand-alone freezer for additional storage for extras such as bait for the fishermen or perhaps a large ice cream cake for those special celebrations.

Up the original carved banister staircase, the second floor provides a queen master with an ensuite bath with bay windows looking down onto the tops of the crepe myrtles surrounding the house, a coastal beachy children’s room with 4 twin beds (one a fun trundle!), and a beautiful Victorian bedroom with a double bed. There is a spacious second-floor bathroom for these two bedrooms to share.

Take the next flight of stairs to the third-floor retreat, consisting of a king master ensuite with an extra twin bed. There are two window seats to curl up and read a book or catch a peek of the bay with exquisite sunsets. A table and chairs provide an additional workstation or extra space for games and puzzles.

Amenities include broadband internet with secured WiFi, 3 televisions (one on each floor) with satellite TV, a DVD player with a collection of movies to enjoy. Card decks and games are provided for some extra family fun in the evenings or on rainy days. The home is climate controlled with split-level HVAC units and for the winter months still uses snuggly radiant heat to warm those extra chilly nights. No matter what time of year you want to take a vacation or even a quick getaway from urban life, the owners of Chesapeake Dream welcome you and your family with a nice gift of gratitude for your visit to their home.

For those curious about the surrounding area, Cape Charles is a historic Victorian railroad town hugging the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. This area offers everything for all personality types. For the adventurous, there are plenty of water and land activities, like kayaking, paddleboarding, and bicycle rentals. Like hiking? There are plenty of nature trails and beach dunes nearby. Is golfing your thing? There are two golf courses at nearby Bay Creek (one is a Nicklaus and one is a Palmer). If you bring your own boat, there is a public boat launch in the harbor. The public pier provides fishing and crabbing opportunities without the need for a fishing license. The calm waters of the Bay provide plenty of family fun and swimming along the public beach. Don’t forget to stop at the LOVE sign on the corner of Bay Avenue and Mason Street for your photo op. Also, Cape Charles is a golf cart-friendly town, but don’t worry, if you don’t have your own, there are two rental places in town. For the history buff, don’t miss the Cape Charles Museum in town and the Barrier Island Center just north on Route 13.

After all the daily activities, feeling a little hungry and desiring some entertainment? Chesapeake Dream sits just 2 blocks to Mason Street where you will find plenty of shopping, dining, and entertainment. On summer Friday nights, you can even catch live music on Strawberry Street at the Lemon Tree Gallery or at the C-Pier at the Oyster Farm on Friday and Saturday nights, just a quick bike or golf cart ride away. Both offer drinks to enjoy while listening. There are also free summer concerts in the park on Saturday nights where they bring in diverse bands and exemplify the town’s warm and friendly spirit. Festive Fridays in late November and early December are a great way to kick off the holidays.

Day trips to Chincoteague Island, Tangier Island, Colonial Williamsburg, or Virginia Beach open up new opportunities for adventure.

During peak season a week minimum rental required. Check in is 4:00 pm on Sundays. Check out is 10:00 am on Sundays. We are more flexible in the shoulder seasons.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

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Reviews

4.9
Outstanding(53 Reviews)
5.0
Aug 2024
We loved our stay. Kitchen was well stocked with everything you could ever need. Loved having the third floor which had a door at the bottom of the stairs and a bathroom. Perfect for multiple families. Location couldn't have been better. We walked everywhere we needed to go within a few minutes. Highly recommend!
5.0
Aug 2024
The house is very nice and the owner Laura is very helpful. Thank you Laura!
5.0
Jul 2024
What a fabulous place! Chesapeake Dream has everything going for it: a GREAT location with easy walkability to the beach and downtown Cape Charles (~ 2 blocks to each); spacious accommodations throughout the house; a wonderful wrap-around porch for relaxing, reading, and visiting; a spacious backyard that includes a firepit; and all the beach equipment (beach chairs, wagon, etc.) one could need. Our multigenerational party of nine had plenty of spaces to be together or to be separate from one another if desired. The two large dining areas provided a place for all of us to share meals together as well as a craft space for the children in our group. The kitchen was spacious and well-equipped (the cooks among us loved the double oven, stovetop, and multiple fridges). As is not unusual for rentals, we supplemented the available dishes and flatware with paper plates and plastic forks, etc., but this also lightened the dishwashing duties considerably. Cape Charles itself is an additional asset to the house due to its charm and walkability (even for young children). Once you are there, there is virtually no need to use your car for anything (especially if you do as we did and order your groceries ahead of time from Food Lion, the only major grocery store in the area). Finally, the owners/property manager were top notch – proactive communicators throughout the rental process and immediately responsive to our needs. Chesapeake Dream is just that -- a vacationer's dream!!!
5.0
Jul 2024
We had a fantastic week with family! The house was perfect for our needs, clean and week appointed! The information cards were helpful. This house will be our top choice when we return!
5.0
Jun 2024
Chesapeake Dream was just that, a dream house. Full of historical charm, it was clean, comfortable, and the perfect house for our vacation week.
5.0
Jun 2024
From the first moment we walked up, we knew we picked the right home for our stay in Cape Charles. Beautiful home, great yard, amazing porch, and so many nice touches to make you feel welcome. Ideal proximity to the shopping district, beach, and pier. Comfortable beds, and well-appointed kitchen and living areas. Outdoor amenities and lighting also outstanding. Perfect amount of space for two families of three. Only drawback is that this house did not come with a golf cart. You don't need one as close as it is to everything, but if you want the true "feel" of Cape Charles vacationing, strongly recommend booking one from the local purveyors. Oh, and did I mention the porch? Great for morning coffee, afternoon reading, and evening cocktails. Overall, a fantastic home. Responsive property manager and great property.
5.0
Aug 2023
This is the second time we have stayed here and it was just as perfect as the first time. Lots of space for all of us to spread out. Every detail was considered. Loved the well appointed kitchen and two refrigerators! Endless hours were spent at the beach and on the front porch. Definitely recommend this convenient property! We will be back!
5.0
Jul 2023
This house was lovely! It had everything we needed for a great stay! The location is PERFECT! Close to everything and especially the beach. This is the perfect beach town for everyone but really nice for families. I cannot how much we enjoyed our stay! Thank you for offering your home on VRBO. We hope to make it an annual gathering at Chesapeake Dream!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Cape Charles?

The average price for a rental in Cape Charles is R 7,841 per night. This rental is R 965 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Chesapeake Dream - Stately restored Victorian home ONLY 4 houses from the BEACH!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Chesapeake Dream - Stately restored Victorian home ONLY 4 houses from the BEACH! pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Chesapeake Dream - Stately restored Victorian home ONLY 4 houses from the BEACH!?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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