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Shore Thing Cape Charles, a beautiful beach house in Kings Bay's gated community, offers a tranquil retreat just one short block from the private beach. Take advantage of an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, two balconies for sunset views and three floors of living space.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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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 amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking on the premise.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,493 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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Three levels of stairs. No baby gates.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on the premise.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located in Cape Charles, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chesapeake Bay and Cape Charles Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and hunting. 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
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A weathered, rusted pier with multiple rusted bollards and a partially intact structure.
    Kiptopeke State Park
    17 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Oyster Farm Marina
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Central Park
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center
    18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

How much is parking at Only 1 Block to the Beach - Community Pool - Featured on HGTV! ?

On-site parking is available 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 within 1 mi (2 km) of Chesapeake Bay and Cape Charles Beach. Oyster Farm Marina and Central Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 101 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 101 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time at this property. The house is really well kept and well appointed. It was too early in the season for the pool to be open, but we were able to go to the beach and take advantage of many of the other activities available in town. So charming. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trysh B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful, in excellent condition, and in a great location. Kelly was easy to get a hold of and very responsive to any questions I had. We had a wonderful family trip for the long Thanksgiving weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JANE C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to stay. Host as very responsive. Only wish we could have used the fireplace :). We did not use any of the amenities but I am sure they would have been wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

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

Great spot for our spring break mini trip!

The house was well-positioned (to beach and downtown), and well-appointed! We enjoyed being right by the bay and a short golf cart ride to downtown. The access to bicycles and kayaks was an added bonus! We’d recommend and hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maude M.

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

Lovely getaway to Cape Charles

The house had everything we could need. It was bright, well furnished and the porch was a delight to sit in. We took the beach chairs and headed around the corner to sit on the beach in the late afternoon--perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen J.

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

A perfect place to stay in Cape Charles

Great place for a get away or a long stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frances M.

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

Family Vacation

The house was as advertised . Easy access to beach - very nice having beach chairs , floats and kayaks there for our use . Owners were very responsive to our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marge c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Owners are excellent to work with. Only 1 complaint. No crab claw crackers… LOL I would bring extra bath towels next time. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025