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CHEERFUL, COMFORTING, & RELAXING!

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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Chincoteague, VA
  • Oyster Bay
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Maui Jack's Waterpark
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal)
    ‪75 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

First

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs

Toilet

Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

CHEERFUL, COMFORTING, & RELAXING!

The Half Shell is a 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath, centrally air conditioned duplex, located in a peaceful neighborhood, and is surrounded by a large lawn great for outside games. This duplex is located within a few minutes of a town boat dock with easy access for small boats, kayaks or canoes. Spend vacation days sunning and swimming at the ocean while watching the dolphins, pelicans, and gulls, or biking the woodland trails listening and watching for deer or ponies, or climbing to the top of the lighthouse. Upon Returning from your days' activities enjoy the outside hot/cold enclosed shower with views of the sky and waving pine trees. The Half Shell has a spacious, light and airy Family Room and Dining area that opens onto a large screened porch that is the perfect place to crack crabs, shell shrimp, or even enjoy oysters on the Half Shell. You can fire up the gas grill for steaks, hamburgers, or seafood. After dinner you and your family can enjoy the "Big Game" or family movie on the 32" flat screen, DISH network TV, or connect to the wireless internet.
The Half Shell sleeps 6-8 guests, and the kids will love the first floor bedroom with 2 twin bunks. There is also a half bath, and a well equipped kitchen with pans, dishes, utensils, microwave, coffee maker, blender and much more. On the second floor you can soak in the tub and enjoy the 2 bedrooms, one with a queen bed, one with a double bed, and both bedrooms have overhead fans and open views. A new washing machine and dryer is also provided for your convenience. This home has a NO SMOKING and a NO PETS POLICY. We ask that you leave the home in a neat and tidy condition. Please bring your own linens (2 Queen, 1 Double, 2 Twin), towels and washcloths. We invite your family to spend your Chincoteague Island vacation at the cheerful, comfortable, and relaxing Half Shell.

Property manager

Deborah W. Stevens
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quote will be edited to collect 5% Town Tax & 2% County Tax.
Rental Agreement must be printed out, read over carefully, signed and emailed or mailed back to me.
No open fires allowed on the grounds at any time. No fireworsk allowed in the home or on the grounds.

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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Chincoteague

Located in Chincoteague, this holiday home is by the sea. Captain Timothy Hill House and Assateague Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Maui Jack's Waterpark and Wallops Flight Facility. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Chincoteague, VA

What's nearby

  • Oyster Bay - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Maui Jack's Waterpark - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Captain Timothy Hill House - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Museum of Chincoteague - 5 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Creamery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ropewalk - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Famous Pizza & Sub Shoppe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mister Whippy - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is CHEERFUL, COMFORTING, & RELAXING! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at CHEERFUL, COMFORTING, & RELAXING!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at CHEERFUL, COMFORTING, & RELAXING!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is CHEERFUL, COMFORTING, & RELAXING! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Oyster Bay, Maui Jack's Waterpark and Captain Timothy Hill House. Chincoteague Channel and Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David F.

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

Little Gem

The place was fantastic for our annual getaway. Our two teenagers enjoyed it all if that tells you anything. Great location that gave access to the entire island through multiple routes. Overall, a great escape with an awesome outdoor shower and porch. We enjoyed it and will look to book this location again. Debbie was amazing, great with communication, and very friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

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

Girls getaway

We so enjoy staying at this property!! Quiet but close enough to town. Spent most of our time in the screened in porch. The property owners always quick to answer questions!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed H.

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

Wonderful place

This duplex was much better than we anticipated. Very tastefully decorated, well equipped, full of amenities. Loved the seclusion while still being very close to the heart of things. The back porch alone is worth the rent!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte W.

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

We had the most amazing time

The House is lovely, airy and perfect for being together (and alone if needed). My favorites are the screened in porch and the outdoor shower. My son’s favorite the location close to action but also removed and the large living room for playing FIFA. The surroundings are serene and early morning walks are wonderful. It is very quiet, no traffic. The decorations and furniture are really inviting. I could not wish for a better place to spend vacation days in Chincoteague. The WIFI also works, which was important, as I had to do some work, and my son played games. It can be a little spotty with several people connected at the same time, but this is absolutely minor. I would love to return and highly recommend the Half Shell. Thank you for the hospitality.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonja P.

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

Just perfect!

Fantastic property - my 70+-year-old mother was very comfortable with the few stairs up and down from the house - the first-floor bedroom and powder room were perfect for her. We loved having everything so close to town but it was also very quiet! House is so cute and well appointed! The kitchen was fantastic, as well! Thank you so much!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Great and convenient place!

So close to the main roads and a very easy bike ride to get into town. We would absolutely stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

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

Girls getaway.

Perfect size and very convenient!! Just had internet issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

STEPHANIE B.

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

Better together

Thank you for a wonderful time. Easy drive to everything; happy "home" for our time away
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Very nice place

I really enjoyed the location, off the main road. We have a little boy that loves to run. It was quiet. Loved the screened in porch, sitting and listening to the wind whisper through the pine trees. The unit was clean and had everything needed for a great vacation. We enjoyed our stay.

8/10 Good

Caroline S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

HalfShell

Good experience
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi B.

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

Great property

Loved the house, loved the screened in porch. Equipped with everything you may need. Nice location. Would love to stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Diane J.

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

half shell

nice assortment of books, games, media Outdoor shower off street parking
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Deborah W. Stevens

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English

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