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Head of the Harbor Greenbackville, quaint fishing village on Chincoteague Bay

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Experience the warm, laid-back vibe of Head of the Harbor. Enjoy two balconies with a glorious view across Chincoteague Bay and easy access to nearby beaches. This turn-of-the-century masterpiece offers super-fast fiber optic broadband, original millwork, and a brand-new kitchen with smart TV. Take advantage of kayaks and bikes on site or explore nearby nature trails.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Head of the Harbor Greenbackville, quaint fishing village on Chincoteague Bay

Watch the sunrise over Chincoteague Bay from two balconies. Glorious view of Chincoteague VA across the Bay. Telecommute with super fast fiber optic broadband in fully restored (2020) turn of the century masterpiece. Original millwork and architecturally rendered contemporary floor plan. Great family vacation with easy access (half an hour either way gets you to ocean) to Chincoteague VA and Ocean City MD beaches. Enjoy the nature and wild ponies. KID AND PET friendly. Two kayaks and several bikes are available at the house. Kayak trails, boat launch, harbor and bay about 100 easy steps from your front door. Lots of amenities in area from Pocomoke River paddling in Snow Hill, MD and Discovery Center in Pocomoke to Assateague National Seashore half an hour away. House is open and airy. Great room with two story ceiling at center of living. Brand new appliances, smart TV, super insulated, hardwood floors, comforts abound. Sleeps seven plus crib. Non-smoking.

LOCAL FUN TO DO

At the Greenbackville Harbor. Local seafood at the docks just steps away! Deep sea fishing. Shell beach. Waterfront. Lazy and easy.

Launch your kayaks and canoes about 100 easy steps from the house. Big backyard for kids and dogs.

2 miles to Captains Cove Marina Club restaurant/golf/snack bar/playground

3 miles to Timeless Tavern local watering hole and cheapest beer to go.

25 minutes. Assateague Island National Seashore MD and VA - wild ponies/naturalist seminars/birdwatching/ glorious ocean beach with lifeguards in season. Pony Penning wild pony swim last Wed July. Misty of Chincoteague museum.

20 minutes. Wallops NASA Flight Facility - rocket launches and museum.

25 minutes. Chincoteague VA - Beautiful family resort town/restaurants/Maui Jack’s water park 20 minutes away. Best crab cakes at local bar Steamers. Island Creamery - homemade ice cream! Ray’s Shanty seafood market and restaurant - where the locals go. AJ’s on the Creek for higher-end dining - excellent food. Regional winner for BBQ at Woody’s.

20 minutes. Oak Hall VA - groceries, liquor, local produce, cheap cigarettes, hardware store

20 minutes. Snow Hill, MD - Pocomoke River Canoe Company - kayaks/canoes for rent. River walk/park. Julia A. Purnell Museum. Restaurants. Groceries. Liquor. Furnace Town Historic Site.

Between Snow Hill and Pocomoke - Pocomoke River State Park at Shad Landing - outdoor recreation/ swimming pool/ splash pad

DE and MD BEACHES easy drive 45 minutes+/beaches/ boardwalk rides/ amenities/shopping shopping shopping. Outlet mall.

35 minutes. Berlin, MD. Coolest Small Town in America - great shopping and restaurants Calvin B Taylor House Museum. Rackliffe Plantation House Museum. Frontier Town - great fun/ water park on way to Ocean City, MD

Ocean Down Casino and harness racing between Berlin and Ocean City, MD

20 minutes. Pocomoke City MD - Childrens’ Discovery (learning) Center - touch horseshoe crabs/ see local river otters/ drive the river boat/gift shop. River walk. Restaurants. Walmart. Happy Hour weekdays great prices Don’s Seafood.

FISHING - The majority of new folks who move to “Greenback”(as the natives call it) do so because of the excellent fishing in the Atlantic Ocean and the Chincoteague and Chesapeake bays. You can drop a line from any of the landings to the north or to the south of Greenbackville along the Chincoteague Bay for drum, rock, flounder, sand shark, etc. in season. And surf fishing in the ocean is excellent. Landings all along the shoreline provide excellent opportunities for crabbing, and the sandy bottom in the shallow parts of bay is a fun place to clam. Questions about fishing or need rigging? Call Seahawk Fish Center on Route 13, just south of Pocomoke.- Everything for fishing fun including guided fishing trips.

30 minutes to Matthew’s Market - old timey butcher shop and market, Mappsville, VA

1 hour to Wachapreague, VA, flounder capital of the world.

At the Head of the Harbor, we use the most relaxed cancellation policy provided, that is, if cancellation occurs more than 14 days prior to arrival, our guest will receive a 100% refund; for cancellations 7 to 14 days prior to arrival, our guest will receive a 50% refund OR we provide a full credit (of payments made to date) to be used toward another time (based on property availability).

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • 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

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • 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
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

More than two dogs $100 per night
One or two pets $50 per night

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs on dangerous dog breeds list not allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Set up for baby, too.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Located in Greenbackville, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at E.A. Vaughn Wildlife Management Area and Chesapeake Forest, while Costen House Museum and Sturgis One Room School Museum are cultural highlights. Wallops Flight Facility and Delmarva Discovery Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Greenbackville, VA

What's nearby

  • Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park - 34 min drive - 36.6 km
  • Captain Timothy Hill House - 38 min drive - 39.4 km
  • Maui Jack's Waterpark - 38 min drive - 39.4 km
  • Museum of Chincoteague - 39 min drive - 40.0 km
  • Oyster Bay - 41 min drive - 41.4 km

Getting around

  • Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Creamery - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Ropewalk - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Teaguers - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Steamers - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Famous Pizza & Sub Shoppe - ‬30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Head of the Harbor Greenbackville, quaint fishing village on Chincoteague Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Head of the Harbor Greenbackville, quaint fishing village on Chincoteague Bay ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Head of the Harbor Greenbackville, quaint fishing village on Chincoteague Bay ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Head of the Harbor Greenbackville, quaint fishing village on Chincoteague Bay located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Captain's Cove Golf and Yacht Club and within 6 mi (10 km) of E.A. Vaughn Wildlife Management Area and Chesapeake Forest. Stockton Park and Vaughn State Wildlife Management Area are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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