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Pelican Place Home, Steps from Beach & Shops

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A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, coffee maker, and a sink. - Pelican Place Home, Steps from Beach & Shops (Cape Charles)
A garden pathway leading to a wooden fence with a decorative bow. - Pelican Place Home, Steps from Beach & Shops (Cape Charles)
A modern kitchen with a stove, dishwasher, refrigerator, and washing machine. - Pelican Place Home, Steps from Beach & Shops (Cape Charles)
A dining area with a wooden table, red chairs, and a green sofa. - Pelican Place Home, Steps from Beach & Shops (Cape Charles)
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Pelican Place Home, Steps from Beach & Shops provides amenities like a water park and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Pelican Place Home, Steps from Beach & Shops

  • Summary:

    1886 beach cottage close to downtown shops. "Pelican Place", 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Sleeps 6-8 with 2 bunk beds.



    Please see: Other Things to Note

    For Area Details, please see: Where You'll Be (Located under the map!)

    *This is a no pet/animal home.



    The Space:

    Pelican Place, Home Features:

    • 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, up to 8 guests

    • Huge Well-Stocked Kitchen

    • Central Air & Heat

    • Entertainment Center, Games & Movies

    • Free WiFi & Smart TVs



    Fully Restored 1886 Beach Cottage Close To Downtown Shops. Pelican Place, once featured on THIS OLD HOUSE, has all the comfort of today with the charm of yesteryear. Once a railroad office, the cottage was moved to the present site; the interior was gutted, deconstructed with structures salvaged and renovated, and then rebuilt with modern plumbing and wiring, central air and heat, and other modern comforts yet still retaining its period character.



    The cottage is fully equipped for a care-free vacation: a huge, well stocked kitchen, comfortable living room with a 50 inch TV and entertainment center, games, movies, and Netflix. Sleep well in the comfortable beds. For your beach needs, there are an outside shower, beach chairs and toys, and even off street parking large enough for a boat.



    Guest Access:

    This home uses keyless entry for self-check-in; your door code is sent by email and text 2 weeks (or less) prior to arrival. Early check-in and late check-out are available upon request (subject to availability). Please contact us at least 24 hours in advance.



    The Neighborhood:

    Noted on the National Register of Historic Places, Northampton County's Cape Charles offers one of the largest concentrations of turn-of-the-century buildings on the East Coast. The historic district and small-town atmosphere create a serene and inviting community. Enjoy the history and experience galleries, boutiques, bookshops, and beautiful beach! Cape Charles Town Beach is the only free public beach on the Easter Shore of Virginia.



    Things to See:

    • Local Experiences: Take a Boat Tour, Kiteboarding, Kayaking, Paddleboarding, Explore the Beach, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Biking, Birding & More!

    • Local Restaurants & Shopping

    - Restaurants: The Shanty, Oyster Farm Seafood Eatery, Kelly's Gingernut Pub, Pane e Vino, Ambrogia Caffe & Enoteca, Cravings, Beach Market

    - Shops: The Boardwalk, Table and Tonic Cape Charles, Cape Charles Candy Company, Love Letters, Gull Hummock Gourmet Market, Chessie's Toys and Games & more!



    Annual Festivals & Events:

    • Crabby Blues Festival

    • Annual Crab Slam

    • LOVEFest

    • Sounds of the Shore

    • Festive Fridays, Cape Charles Winter Wonderland (Nov-Dec)

    • Free Concert in the Park (Summer Season)

    • Grand Illumination (Dec)



    We provide a full list of Things to Do & See and local Restaurants & Shops to experience for our guests including in a personalized Guest Manual in your check-in details provided prior to your stay!



    Northampton County Short-Term Rental Registration No. #



    Getting Around:

    Cape Charles is located near the southern tip of Virginia’s Eastern Shore right on the Chesapeake Bay. Cape Charles is a small town (the historic area is roughly a six block by six block square) that sits on the peninsula’s western coast, meaning you can sit on the beach in Cape Charles and watch the sunset right over the water. On the Chesapeake Bay, not the Atlantic Ocean, the water is calm and shallow. The picturesque town of Cape Charles is filled with Americana, all about family and beautiful surroundings, voted one of the Happiest Seaside Towns by Coastal Living. Let the beach be your playground! Check out the walkable retail district, schedule a tee time at one of Bay Creek's award-winning golf courses, or take a water adventure for fishing and cruising.



    Traveling to and around Cape Charles, Virginia:

    • Taxi Cabs [i.e., Cape Charles Cab Cart and Carriage, Champion Cab, Rudy's Taxicab Services]

    • STAR Transit, local fixed route and bus service

    • Uber, Lyft

    • Bike/Cycling [Rentals: Poseidon Watersports, Trek Bicycle Virginia Beach, Rent Beach Buggies]



    Airports:

    • Norfolk International Airport (about 45 min by vehicle)

    • Newport News Williamsburg International Airport (PHF)

    • Accomack County Airport (MFV)

    • Norfolk Ns (Chambers Fld) Airport (NGU)

    • Langley Air Force Base (LFI)



    Popular Landmarks:

    • Cape Charles Museum and Welcome Center

    • Kiptopeke State Park

    • Cape Charles Natural Area Preserve

    • Cape Charles Lighthouse

    • Cape Charles Town Beach

    • Cape Charles Brewing Company



    Other Things to Note:

    Please pay close attention to following the house rules. Non compliance could result in sizable fines.

    • All guests staying at a Chesapeake Properties Vacation Rentals by Portoro are required to sign (e-signature) a rental agreement and complete identity registration.

    • Age restrictions apply. Reservation holder must be 25 years of age.

    • Upon arrival, we aim to ensure your safety, proper access to the home, and guest features. Should you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to Chesapeake Properties by Portoro directly.

    • Known damages incurred during your stay must be reported to the property manager immediately.

    • Before check in, we will send you detailed directions to ensure a seamless arrival.

    • Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. Check-out time is 10:00 a.m.

    • We cannot guarantee early check ins or late checkouts. When it is possible to check in early or check out late, there will be a fee for anything outside of a one hour window within our standard times. If your need for an early check in or late check out is great, your best option is to book an additional night.

    • Some homes have cameras for external monitoring only.

    • Hotel Tax Collection: In the State of Virginia and in Northampton County, all hotel and vacation rental hosts are required to collect hotel tax. We collect these taxes within the booking transaction.

    • Some homes offer pools/hot tubs, or access to communal pools. There is no guard around the water features when available. Use at your own risk.

    • This is a No Pets property. A daily rate fee of $150.00 will apply for violations and you may be asked to vacate the premises with no refund at the discretion of the Host.

    • This is a No Smoking property. Penalty fees for violations will apply and you may be asked to vacate the premises with no refund at the discretion of the Host.

    • For the safety of guests and the home, there are noise monitoring devices. These devices only measure the decibel level and do not record any audio.



    Interaction with Guests:

    Our goal is that your vacation exceed your expectations. Chesapeake Properties by Portoro communicates via email and phone. After a booking is confirmed, rental agreement will be emailed to the guest for e-signature. Check-in instructions are sent by email and text message 14 days (or less) prior to arrival date. We offer convenient keyless entry for self-check in. We do typically check in with guests by text 1-2 times during their stays to ensure a 5-star experience and remain available for any questions. We are available to guests 24/7 for any inquiries.



    • We cannot guarantee early check-ins or late check-outs, as both are subject to availability. Please contact us 24 hours prior to check-in to submit your request.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Located in Historic Downtown Cape Charles, a neighborhood in Cape Charles, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center and Barrier Island Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Eyre Hall and Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding. Visit our Cape Charles travel guide
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Cape Charles, VA

What's nearby

  • A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a sandy shore and dunes.
    Cape Charles Beach
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A weathered, rusted pier with multiple rusted bollards and a partially intact structure.
    Kiptopeke State Park
    14 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Central Park
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Oyster Farm Marina
    14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF)
    50 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Hardee's
    5 min drive
  • Small’s Smokehouse
    4 min drive
  • The Shanty
    8 min walk
  • Top China
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pelican Place Home, Steps from Beach & Shops pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pelican Place Home, Steps from Beach & Shops?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pelican Place Home, Steps from Beach & Shops?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pelican Place Home, Steps from Beach & Shops located?

Located in Historic Downtown Cape Charles, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Central Park and Chesapeake Bay. Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center and Cape Charles Beach are also within 10 minutes.

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