See all properties
Entire home

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

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

The private beach, neighboring the historic district and public beach!
The private beach with the public beach and historic district in the background!
Shore Thing!
Front entrance
The fleet for your enjoyment

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10231.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

Explore the area

Map
Cape Charles, VA
  • Cape Charles Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Bay Creek Golf Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Double bunkbed

2 Single Bunk Beds

King

1 King Bed

Queen

1 Queen Bed

Twin

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Downstairs Half Bath

Toilet

Half bath connected to bunk bed room

Toilet

Master Suite

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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!

Property manager

Coastal Signature Properties
Premier Host

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Exterior

Coastal Elegance Meets Small Town Charm

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
10.0 out of 10, (34 reviews)
Coastal Elegance Meets Small Town Charm

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Three levels of stairs. No baby gates.
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Pets are considered on a case by case basis.
default

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

About the area

Cape Charles

Located in Cape Charles, this holiday home is near the beach. Eyre Hall and Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Charles Beach and Kiptopeke State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Cape Charles, VA

What's nearby

  • Cape Charles Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Bay Creek Golf Club - 7 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Eyre Hall - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Kiptopeke State Park - 16 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Shanty - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sting-Ray's Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Brown Dog Ice Cream - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has a pool.

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

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Only 1 Block to the Beach - Community Pool - Featured on HGTV! located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Cape Charles Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center and Bay Creek Golf Club. Dog Beach and University of Virginia Coastal Research Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nancy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
College friends gathered for a wedding
We were in Cape Charles with our college friends for a wedding. The home was spacious with beautiful views. The host was responsive and flexible with special requests. We loved the home and we loved the little town of Cape Charles! Lo
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friendly
Gated community with friendly people. Quiet area with beautiful beach within walking distance of home.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Nan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Shore thing
Property was as advertised. Clean and ready for us upin arrival. The host was readily availqble for any questions. Nice, quiet and safe neighborhood. Easy access and good sporting equipment for use. All extras were in good shape too.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip
6 girlfriends who started kindergarten together 65 years ago and we still make time for girls twice a year. Loved the home and location. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Olivia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space!
The house is beautiful and served our family of 7 well. Doorways and common spaces were roomy so we were easily able to maneuver a wheelchair around the house. Super close to the beach access which was very private - the whole time we stayed we only had one time where we went to the beach and one other family was there. Close to the Main Street and really great restaurants. The shower floor in the first floor bathroom was a bit slippery but other than that the house was clean, well furnished, and met all our needs!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zachia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience
The hosts' instructions and communication were clear, prompt, friendly, and helpful. House is beautiful, spacious and really well equipped. Great location, close to town and beaches. Was helpful that we rented a golf cart to move about town and take beach gear back and forth. We had a wonderful stay and would love to return in future. Thank you for sharing your house with us that we may rest.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location and Comfy
The house was located in a gated community with a speed limit of 18 mph. Almost every morning began with a bike ride with plenty of bicycles in the garage. We brought our granddaughter’s bike. Our son enjoyed using the Paddle board and Kayak. We all enjoyed the floats and pool noodles, having access to 3 beaches, community pool, and Pickleball court even though I ended up not playing 😘. The house is a block and a half from a small private beach where we watched the sunset almost every evening except one when it rained, but we were given a view of beautiful rainbow from the back of the house. The house was just the right size for our family and had everything we needed and then some! The owner always responded expeditiously to my questions before our booking and afterwards. During our stay, we had an issue with the bedside electrical outlets not working in one of the bedrooms which she quickly had repaired and around our schedule. We loved the town of Cape Charles! Our first time there. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming! Parking was free and always available near the public beach and the town. It is a golf cart community which we love! We reserved one as soon as we booked our house; the owner provided the businesses and contact information. Highly recommend you rent one! We hope to return again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun Family Beach week
The owners were extremely easy to work with and answered all my questions very promptly! The kitchen is well-stocked. The furniture is beach basic, but very functional. The upstairs carpeting could use a cleaning, but overall, it was a nice property and a good location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dallas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
We had a
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Weekend
Very, very nice property in a great community on the bay. The house was clean and well stocked and suited our needs perfectly. Owner was wonderful to deal with. Would absolutely stay here again if the occasion arose.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as promised, plus
The owners have clearly thought about everything a family could need. It was really vice and spacious, with beautiful views and easy walking access to the beach and town. Perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Timothy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Friends Getaway
My friends and I make an annual trip to Cape Charles, and this home was the perfect accommodation. Plenty of beds, bathrooms, and space for 5 men. Clean, up to date, easy to access. Would absolutely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway!
This was our first time to Cape Charles. The home made for the best location for our family's stay. The location within the gated community was perfect, the home was immaculate and had everything we needed. Loved being able to walk down to the private beach for the sunset each night. Quick drive into town or to the public beach. Host was friendly, communication was quick and provided great recommendations when asked. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M., Michigan

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

8/10 Good

Tisha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Awesome house very good location. The house had everything you needed for a beach vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for a few additional bedrooms!
We live in the neighborhood but our house wasn't big enough to host ALL the family visiting for the week. This house was very convenient, comfortable, and the kitchen made cooking meals for 16 guests much easier... new appliances, two dining tables, and a nice size pantry to store everything. The primary bedroom on the same floor as the kitchen and living area was really helpful for my parents who are in their mid-70s. Overall a good stay and will do it again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie W., York, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
We loved the house, it fit us perfectly! It was well stocked, appreciated all the towels, kitchen had everything we needed! Beds were very comfortable, even the bunks! The only thing we would have liked would be an outdoor shower for the sandy kids!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hanna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A must stay!
This was the best home rental experience I've ever had. The house was fully stocked -- with everything you could possibly want. Very clean, a truly spectacular location if you have a golf cart. The hosts thought of everything. Board games galore, internet that actually allows you to stream. And what a perk to have access to kayaks and a paddle board -- the kids and adults loved giving them a go on the private beach. I cannot recommend this location enough. A MUST STAY!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BOOK it, now!
This house was fantastic for our stay in cape Charles. The owners are amazing; they are to the point & extremely helpful/available to answer questions. The owners are so generous with having chairs, beach toys, kayaks, linens/towels/soaps & much more available for us to utilize while there. The kitchen had everything we needed. Board games & books for the beach! The house is close to the beach; we either walked or load our rented golf cart & drove the block.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

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

About the host

Hosted by Coastal Signature Properties

Host profile image

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback

Hotels

pet-friendly rentals in Shepparton
Serviced Apartments Australia
Holiday Homes Prevelly Beach

Holiday Rentals

Maroochydore Holiday Rentals
Jervis Bay Holiday Rentals
Dongara - Port Denison Visitors Centre Holiday Rentals
Blue Bay Holiday Rentals
Hamilton Island Holiday Rentals
Avalon Beach Holiday Rentals
Coogee Holiday Rentals
Gerroa Holiday Rentals
Jindabyne Holiday Rentals
Perth Holiday Rentals
Norah Head Lighthouse Holiday Rentals
Albany Holiday Rentals
Burleigh Heads Holiday Rentals
Mindarie Holiday Rentals
Somerset Dam Holiday Rentals
Torquay Holiday Rentals
Callala Beach Holiday Rentals
Casuarina Beach Holiday Rentals
Newcastle Holiday Rentals
Yarrawood Winery Holiday Rentals
Alexandra Headland Holiday Rentals
Canberra Holiday Rentals
Coffin Bay Holiday Rentals
Bodmin Holiday Rentals
Armidale Holiday Rentals
Capel Sound Holiday Rentals
Naples Holiday Rentals