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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Water view

Explore the area

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Cape Charles, Virginia
  • Kiptopeke State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Cape Charles Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Bay Creek Golf Club
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Other Space 1

4 Single Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub · Shower only

Spaces

About this property

Privacy & tranquility at Beauty on the Beach, Beachfront!

Pamper yourself to the privacy and tranquility of Beauty on the Beach - a magnificent manor nestled on 3+ acres of beachfront property offering postcard sunsets at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay. If desired, for a small daily resort fee, your rental provides a unique opportunity to have member access and privileges to Bay Creek and its renowned Palmer and Nicklaus golf courses and other amenities of the resort. This beautiful home offers a light & airy, open concept floor plan that offers the best in luxury beachfront enjoyment to create your perfect beach vacation. Located on the Shore's best soft sand beach, enjoy a mile and a half stroll morning, noon, or night. Extensive porches offer ample outdoor seating perfect for dining al fresco and soaking in spectacular sunsets. Gorgeous, reclaimed walnut floors, exquisite spa-like bathrooms, gourmet kitchen, outdoor fireplace, spacious rooms, and so much more. The impressive custom window package brings the outside in and allows for dramatic and expansive views of the deep blue colors of the Chesapeake Bay. A rec room includes a large sectional sofa, a movie-theatre experience with digital projection, 8' screen, and surround sound. Also, a ping-pong table awaits your friendly competitions and bragging rights. A short drive to the charming and historic coastal town of Cape Charles offers shopping, dining, art galleries, marinas, jet ski, kayak, & bicycle rentals, fishing charters, boat ramps, and more! Virginia Beach is a short drive across the iconic Bay Bridge Tunnel.
At Beauty on the Beach, guests may book golf tee times at Bay Creek as well and pay a per person rate at the Pro Shop at the time of playing. You will receive an email with a form to fill out & submit.

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Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Water view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Important information

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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 and a deadlock

About the area

Cape Charles

Located in Bay Ridge, a neighbourhood in Cape Charles, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel and Cape Henry Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Charles Beach and Kiptopeke State Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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Cape Charles, Virginia

What's nearby

  • Kiptopeke State Park - 13 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Eastern Shore of Virginia National Wildlife Refuge - 14 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center - 18 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Cape Charles Beach - 19 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Bay Creek Golf Club - 21 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Shanty - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Sting-Ray's Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Brown Dog Ice Cream - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Privacy & tranquility at Beauty on the Beach, Beachfront! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Privacy & tranquility at Beauty on the Beach, Beachfront!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Privacy & tranquility at Beauty on the Beach, Beachfront!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Privacy & tranquility at Beauty on the Beach, Beachfront! located?

Located in Bay Ridge, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Kiptopeke State Park, Eastern Shore of Virginia National Wildlife Refuge and Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel. Bay Creek Golf Club and Cape Charles Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

martha b.

Wonderful family vacation rental
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family has stayed at Beauty on the Beach several times. It is a great family rental, lots of comfortable space to enjoy for everyone, kids and adults. We have always found the house to be clean and well stocked with kitchen utensils, etc. The beach is a good walk at low tide and there's also a public entrance at the end of Picketts Harbor Rd to a much longer beach for walking. The house is close to Cape Charles where there are nice shops and a wonderful bakery, The Mason St. Bakery and a great ice cream shop, The Brown Dog (seasonal) as well as several restaurants. The Hook and Harvey restaurant is very special, by reservation only, small and sophisticated yet local and friendly. $$$. More casual and good food and alcohol is AJ's Bar and Grill, The Shanty, Cape Charles Brewing, The Beach Market, Deadrise Italian Kitchen and others.$$Only one recommendation for this property: the downstairs master shower has a shower head that is not only difficult to adjust but puts out very little water, definitely not enough to wash your hair. A replacement would make it perfect!
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10/10 Excellent

martha b.

Wonderful family vacation rental
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family has stayed at Beauty on the Beach several times. It is a great family rental, lots of comfortable space to enjoy for everyone, kids and adults. We have always found the house to be clean and well stocked with kitchen utensils, etc. The beach is a good walk at low tide and there's also a public entrance at the end of Picketts Harbor Rd to a much longer beach for walking. The house is close to Cape Charles where there are nice shops and a wonderful bakery, The Mason St. Bakery and a great ice cream shop, The Brown Dog (seasonal) as well as several restaurants. The Hook and Harvey restaurant is very special, by reservation only, small and sophisticated yet local and friendly. $$$. More casual and good food and alcohol is AJ's Bar and Grill, The Shanty, Cape Charles Brewing, The Beach Market, Deadrise Italian Kitchen and others.$$Only one recommendation for this property: the downstairs master shower has a shower head that is not only difficult to adjust but puts out very little water, definitely not enough to wash your hair. A replacement would make it perfect!

10/10 Excellent

Lindley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
We had a great stay at this property! It was the perfect house for multiple families. We had 3 families with 6 kids under 5. Everyone had their own space and it was easy to spread out. The location on the water was great and the outdoor space was perfect. We loved the wood burning and gas fireplace options. The outdoor furniture was comfortable and really good quality. It did not feel like a cheap rental property space at all. The kitchen was fully stocked with so many things and the house felt very homey. An added bonus was the blinds in every room that made it really dark and great for kids not waking up at sunrise. The movie/play room was awesome for the kids too. Only complaint was there were A LOT of fruit flies that were really difficult to keep out of the kitchen. This is likely just due to the location on the bay/time of year and was not a cleanliness issue of the house at all, however it was annoying. Overall the house was amazing and we would definitely rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothée M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A quiet paradise
I am not exaggerating when I say that this is the single most beautiful place I have ever stayed in. Everything was even better than we expected. The rooms are so big and the common places luminous and cozy. The house was super clean, the kitchen well stocked, the barbecue and fire pits worked well. Communication with the host was easy and efficient. The backyard is the stuff of dreams and the private beach simply makes you feel like you live on your own private island. I cannot recommend this place enough, I’m already thinking of going back. And don’t get me started on the sunsets ! 11/10, worth every penny.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Highly enjoyed our time at this well appointed property! The kitchen had everything you could need, the game room was a hit, and the kids loved their own room together. Couldn’t beat the firepit at night and the sound system that allowed for some family dance parties during the most incredible sunsets. What a lovely place to wait out Hurricane Debby (and much better weather than we could have hoped for during a hurricane week)!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Manda S.

Beautiful view, Secluded Spot, Great Beach
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great stay and really loved the location of this house. It was perfect for small kids and multiple families. We loved that the house was steps away from the beach which allowed us to back anytime for lunches and naps without having to pack up a car or golf cart. The property is very secluded with only one house in view and we had our beach to ourselves the whole week. The beach was beautiful and we found so many sandbars to sit our chairs in the water and float around. The house was beautiful but had some wear and tear. We had issues with certain things working. Half the house didn't have hot water even after maintenance came, so we had to share showers. We couldn't get the gas fireplace to work, and certain rooms would get really warm even though we had air on. The house could have been cleaned better. When we arrived, ledges were dusty and had dead bugs, fingerprints were on the windows, a hair clip was left in one shower, couch cover had stains, bottom of garbage can was gross, etc. The house could benefit from a good deep clean and I know it's mid season, but for the price and the fees we paid, it should have been spotless. Overall we really had a great stay and I would recommend this property because of its location, its beach, and its views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Has exceeded our expectations for three years running.
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: As the title of this review implies, this house and location has been the perfect retreat for our family for the past three summers. The private beach and large backyard is perfect for grandchildren learning how to swim and fly kites. The owner has not slacked off with the level of quality and upkeep. Everything from the appliances, furniture, grill, entertainment system, landscaping, etc. has been maintained to a first-class level. We had perfect weather and enjoyed the beautiful scenery and sunsets.

10/10 Excellent

martha b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay
This was our family's second visit, requested by the grandkids. The house is in a great location, we enjoyed the beach and time in Cape Charles looking in shops, eating and having delicious ice cream at The Brown Dog ice cream store. The media room is great for family activities, the kitchen is well equipped and the beds are comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

martha b., Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and Comfortable Home
The house is warm and welcoming and oh so easy to relax into. The location is great and it's about a ten minute drive into Cape Charles. The sitting area down by the shore is a lovely place to watch the waves and the birds. The beach is available at low tide and the tide tables are easy to look up. Walking on the beach is best a couple of hours before low tide and a couple of hours after.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
We had such a wonderful time at Beauty on the Beach. We were a large group of 12 friends (3 families) reuniting after years apart. We had more than enough space, even losing track of each other at times. The home is beautiful, clean and very well stocked. The kids loved having the bunk room as their little hide away. We so enjoyed all the nature the eastern shore has to offer: crabs, dolphins, horseshoe crabs, hermit crabs, etc. Doug could not have been more accommodating. There was a large thunderstorm while we were there and we partially lost the HVAC system (not a complaint at all, just speaking to how awesome Doug is!) He was on top of it, sending a crew over immediately and even followed up to make sure we were comfortable. We made so many wonderful memories and will for sure be back. Thank you so much for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Family Vacation Memory
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My wife and I reserved "Beauty on the Beach" almost immediately after our first visit in the summer of 2022. The house is very well maintained, the interior details and landscaping are tasteful, elegant and immaculate. There was even a major upgrade to the already fantastic entertainment system. Although our Granddaughters are only 3 to 4 years old, they remembered and really enjoyed returning to the "a-cationhouse". The beach is perfect for learning swimmers, kayaks and canoes. finding hermit crabs enjoying the scenery including the occasional sight of Bald eagles and fish jumping out of the water. The sunsets are truly spectacular! I came down with a medical condition the week before our scheduled rental....and did not expect to make the trip.....the fact that the owners were willing to offer a 100% refund because of the medical emergency reveal the owners character and kindness. I was so glad to be to recover while watching my family enjoy each others company in this truly beautiful and relaxing location.

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly lives up to its name-It is a Beauty!
Our stay at Beauty on the Beach was OUTSTANDING! The house is truly spectacular! It is beautifully furnished and well stocked. The kitchen was amazing and extremely well equipped with pots, pans, dishes etc.. The bunk room above the garage was a huge hit with the kids- they loved their cousin sleepovers and had fun playing pirates and princesses. The TV viewing room was also a favorite along with the ping pong table-with some close family games played among the adults. The bedrooms were large and beds were very comfortable- room for everyone!!! We used the fire place for smores and the gas fireplace for fireside chats at night. The beach was wonderful for the kids and adults. It was truly a wonderful vacation for the whole family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael F., Redding, Connecticut, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of my Best VRBO Experiences to Date
This was one of the best VRBO stays that we have had the pleasure of experiencing. The house is great. It has large open spaces to accommodate any group. The beds are super comfy and the kitchen is extremely well appointed. It was unusually cold when we visited, but it didnt matter. We had a great time relaxing in the house and on the back porch watching the sunset and enjoying the warmth that the sun provided. There is also great access to lots of towns and activities nearby. We look forward to coming back soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neville K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beauty
This is an amazing property... we hope to return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Bob K., North Wales, PA

You Have to See It to Believe It
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This home & the property are absolutely amazing. There was plenty of room for all 10 of us to spread out and enjoy our stay. The home is well stocked from pantry and kitchen to linens. At night the ping pong rivalries really heated up!! The property was very impressive with easy access to the private beach. The water was warm all week and shallow enough for the kids and adults to enjoy all that the Chesapeake Bay has to offer. The town of Cape Charles was a short drive to enjoy shopping, dining and sight-seeing. We would definitely recommend Beauty on the Beach and plan on returning next summer.

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful sunset views
Great week, beautiful property
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vickie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect House for Family Vacation
As other reviewer have said, the pictures do not do this property justice. It is big, immaculate and accomodated all our needs. We were a family of 13 - parents, children and grandparents. The kids loved the 'hangout' room over the garage and the adults loved having their own king suites. The beach and water were perfect especially being able to walk out to the sandbar at low tide. We will definitely stay here again if we come back to the Eastern Shore.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allison F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cape Charles Retreat
My family loved and throughly enjoyed our vacation at Cape Charles! This house was absolutely beautiful and offered plenty of space for our family of six adults and three children (ages 10, 3 and 1). You could see the bay from the window of the house and the short walk was very convenient with little ones. The yard and patio were big enough to relax, play games, utilize the fireplace, and even have water balloon fights. After staying here we are definitely spoiled and can never go back to having to walk even a block to the beach/bay. My family would highly recommend this home and thank you for letting us stay and enjoy a fun and relaxing week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Dimitri G.

Perfect Rental! Highly recommended. Really a Five star!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great property for a family beachfront vacation! Perfect in everyway, except possibly one. We had reserved golf carts but were unable to drive them from this out of town location to town because of traffic and golf cart restrictions. This turned out not to be a problem as Smitty from CC Ryder Rentals allowed us to leave the carts on his lot so we could just drive to town to use them anytime during our one week rental. They could not have been more accommodating.
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10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Lives up to its Title; Beauty on the Beach
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: First there is an actual beach with enough sand to hang out all day if you like, even at high tide. We enjoyed watching our very young grand children play in the sand and in the gentle surf. The beach is perfect for children just learning how to swim... the slope is very gradual with a three foot depth approximately 50 yards out at low tide. The house and the view from the house are absolutely beautiful...we have rented beautiful shore homes in the past, but this is the first time I can honestly say; photographs do not do justice to the actual clean and spacious rooms.... all with a fantastic view of the private beach. Our weather was perfect for outdoor breakfasts on the porch and patio. One morning we witnessed an osprey flying directly overhead with a snake in its mouth....seconds later a Bald Eagle appeared and followed the osprey in pursuit. The furniture, grill, and fire pit made for memorable evenings spent around the fireplace while watching the sunsets.The owner obviously does things right...the house and all of the provided amenities such as the grill, kitchen appliances, outdoor furniture, coffee maker, landscaping, entertainment system....I could go on, are either new or well maintained. Seeing the very special location and how the owner takes care of the property should encourage all future renters to treat this place like their own and keep it living up to its title: "Beauty on the Beach".

10/10 Excellent

Gigi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Beauty on the Beach is the best!
Property was great for a family of varying ages and physical ability. Beach is very sandy and good for young explorers, and the water shallow. The new fire pit and terrace are ideal additions. The bedroom/bathroom ratio works well; the loft area and media room are ideal for teenagers. Great kitchen layout. We appreciated access to a washer/dryer and all the amenities not normally supplied through a VRBO rental. Thank you for a great family vacation location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

family vacation in cape Charles 2022
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: the realtor and house were very accommodating and professional. everything was great The only problem was the speeding ticket my daughter received for going "40 MPH in a 25 MPH zone. She was going with the speed of all other cars the only difference was her car had PA license plate and the others had Virginia plates. This is the second time she was ticketed for speeding in Cape Charles. this time she was 20feet from a sign that stated 55 MPH limit. I firmly believe this treatment by the CC police is nothing more than a money grab. This will severely come into play when deciding whether to come back to Cape Charles or not. I felt extremely upset with this treatment and firmly believe the police are targeting out of state drivers who can't economically come back to fight the ticket.

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer of 2022 in Cape Charles
We actually rented this house and the one next door. My wife and I have 6 adult children with their significant other and 12 grandkids. The grandkids ages go 2-12 yr olds 1-9 yr old 2- 7 yr olds 3-4 yr olds 3-2yr olds and an infant. There was plenty of space for everyone to sleep. The yards were great for everyone to play the water/beach was very private. The golf course was spectacular (Bay Creek). The house was beautiful with the large recreational room and magnificent views. The four bedrooms were like 4 master bedrooms. We had an excellent week
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The "Inner Banks".
The house and property are absolutely first rate and all o fit is as described in the rental links. Very comfortable home to stay in for a get-a-way with friends. Our group of 6 are all over 70 years old and we have known each other for 55+ years. the audio visual room was a real perk with lots of movies to choose from. We did a James "Bond-a-thon". The only negative was we did not have internet service and one couple had AT&T with no signal at the house. When WiFi is advertised it should also state if there is an internet connection. We realize from a phone call to the realty company that there is internet work going on in the area but that would have been nice to know ahead of time.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

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