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Donovan's Reef | Colorful Downtown Chincoteague Cottage w/ Sunroom, Walk to Shops & Pet Friendly

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Wake up to the sounds of Ocean Boulevard at Donovan's Reef, a charming Chincoteague coastal cottage. Explore the mix of old and new in this unique home with three comfortable living areas, a sunroom, and retro mid-century kitchen perfect for preparing seafood dinners. You'll find sleeping spaces galore - including two bedrooms downstairs with king and twin beds - plus an upstairs loft featuring skylights that let in bright island sunshine.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8249 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

Donovan's Reef | Colorful Downtown Chincoteague Cottage w/ Sunroom, Walk to Shops & Pet Friendly

  • Charming Chincoteague coastal cottage doesn't even begin to describe this place, but it's a start. Cheery, bright, and colorful - with some form of island history gracing every nook and cranny. Find the perfect mix of old and new in this unique home. Close enough to the main drag on Maddox Boulevard and Main Street - but out of the hurly-burly here on Ocean Boulevard. Wake up a few minutes before everyone else and head across the street to get fresh donuts from Mister Whippy or chocolate croissants from Amarin to surprise everyone with. You'll be the hero for the day, until someone else brings home oysters that night. Oh, and bring your furry friends along, because this one's PET FRIENDLY! This property features lots of nooks for sleeping spaces - a loft upstairs, featuring skylights that let the bright island sunshine flood in. Up here you'll find a cozy king size bed in one room, and two twins in another, with a full bath that features a gorgeous tiled stand up shower. Downstairs you'll find two more bedrooms - one with two twins, and the other with a king. Three different comfortable living areas, one of which is an outdoor sunroom - and that room has doors that connects to the downstairs king - in addition to the main living area. Small backyard area for letting the puppies play or eating lunch outside at the picnic table. The retro mid-century kitchen has everything you'll need to prepare that island seafood dinner with what you catch down at the town dock, and a lovely dining area to enjoy it as a family. Donovan's Reef is located in the heart of downtown Chincoteague, allowing you an easy walk to all the shopping the island has to offer. Stop by Chincotiki on your way home and grab an orange crush or two!

    - Linens and towels are included with your reservation.
    - No smoking is permitted on the premises.
    - This property is pet friendly with a pet fee per pet. Pet fee is $150 per pet. All pets must be disclosed prior to arrival.
    - Any reservations made for a future year (known as "Advanced Reservations") are subject to rate and availability changes. These reservations will be confirmed in January of the arrival year.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Unit size: 2,677 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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.

About the area

Downtown Chincoteague, a neighbourhood in Chincoteague, is home to this holiday home. Captain Timothy Hill House and Museum of Chincoteague are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Maui Jack's Waterpark and Wallops Flight Facility. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating, surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Chincoteague travel guide
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Chincoteague Island, VA

What's nearby

  • Chincoteague Island, Virginia: Captain Timothy Hill House, a historic home built c. 1800, and moved to its present location in 1980 when faced with demolition.
    Captain Timothy Hill House
    3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • beach near Downtown Chincoteague
    3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Maui Jack's Waterpark
    3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Museum of Chincoteague
    4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Steamers
    10 min walk
  • Island Creamery
    10 min walk
  • Teaguers
    15 min walk
  • Ropewalk
    12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Donovan's Reef | Colorful Downtown Chincoteague Cottage w/ Sunroom, Walk to Shops & Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Donovan's Reef | Colorful Downtown Chincoteague Cottage w/ Sunroom, Walk to Shops & Pet Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Donovan's Reef | Colorful Downtown Chincoteague Cottage w/ Sunroom, Walk to Shops & Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Donovan's Reef | Colorful Downtown Chincoteague Cottage w/ Sunroom, Walk to Shops & Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Donovan's Reef | Colorful Downtown Chincoteague Cottage w/ Sunroom, Walk to Shops & Pet Friendly located?

Located in Downtown Chincoteague, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Chincoteague Channel and Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park. Captain Timothy Hill House and Maui Jack's Waterpark are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Donovan's Reef | Colorful Downtown Chincoteague Cottage w/ Sunroom, Walk to Shops & Pet Friendly Reviews

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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful

Beautiful place to stay! Very clean and great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at Donovan's Reef for a quick, adult getaway on Chincoteague Island. The communication from the property manager was plentiful and timely, and we had everything we needed during our stay. Comfortable furniture for sitting around and chatting, cozy beds for a good night's sleep, and updated kitchen and bathrooms. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Conor K.

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

Chincoteague Digital Nomads

We had a great week working remotely here. Nice location, easy walk to most of the restaurants and the grocery store. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Donovan’s Reef

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: Adorable decor, plenty of space for a party of 8, great location, everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Kasia O.

June 2022 Stay

The house is nicely laid out and very comfortable for the group of 6-8. Basic kitchen and house amenities and a great location, close to the Maddox Street and Main Street. The slightly lower score is for service as we reported some broken items that were not fixed during our stay. They were not major issues so not a big deal. Overall it was a great experience and a nice place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from FALLSTON, MD

Donovan's Reef A Family Retreat

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: We loved the house because it is quite spacious and in a great location. The only thing missing is a fenced yard for children or pets.The owner should invest in a new picnic table with an umbrella because the yard is very sunny.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara C.

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

Summer Getaway

We had a great time. Great location, plenty of room.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dagmar W.

Summer retreat

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 was our second time staying at this home. We love the location, how spacious it is, and that you can bring your dog. The bathrooms have been newly renovated, which was a nice surprise. We always have a great time here. Can't wait for next year.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

July 2021 Stay

This was the 2nd time we’ve stayed at Donovan’s Reef. It works well for 3 adults and 2 children. It was nice to see the changes that happened since we were there 2 years ago. The new couch is much more comfortable and the updated bathrooms are lovely. The location is very convenient to everything. We love renting from Chincoteague Resort Reality. Our stay was relaxing and just what my son-in-law who just came back from a 9-month deployment in Kuwait and my daughter needed. There was a problem with getting the towels we’d paid for and the employee went out and bought towels and delivered them within hours. Coming back after the pandemic has made it difficult for companies to get help so this was particularly noteworthy.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Washington Boro, PA

July 2021 Stay

What a wonderful week! We loved your older house and its quaint charm. Enjoyed perfect weather and so much great seafood. The craft show in town that's held every Wednesday and Saturday was especially fun, and we were able to find many treasures there. Many of the stores in town are closed, so this was perfect in finding those special gifts. It's too bad the ice cream place(Mueller's?) is closed as that was always a special attraction in town as there are no other places to share a treat with family, friends, etc.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Helene C.

April 2022 Stay

I have been coming to the Island since the 1960's and I use to stay a lot across the street from Donovan's House. I was delighted with the house and its ambience of old and new. It served our purpose of being in town and close to Maddox to go to the Ocean. I especially enjoyed the enclosed porches on the side. Truly a delighted.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Helene C.

The House I dreamed of stepping into.

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: I have always wanted to step into the house across the street on Ocean Blvd. I started to come to the Island in 1960's with my husband and his sister and friend. I fell in love with the Island and its peaceful surroundings. I think this particular house has a lot of charm. It is spacious and has a combination of the old and new. The enclosed porches are ideal for relaxing. It was a dream come true.
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather D.

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

Good House and Great Location

The pictures of the property online certainly don’t do it justice. The house is huge and was able to accommodate our party of 6 very comfortably. We especially loved the sun room and working fireplace! Booking this property through VRBO was a bit confusing as part of the fee was paid via VRBO and then I received and email request from a property management group in Chincoteague for the rest of the payment. If possible, save yourself the fee and extra step and book straight through them! The house itself is comfortable and has a well stocked though we were only left with one roll of toilet paper in each bathroom and one roll of paper towels. We had to go out to buy more along with hand soap. The house is in need of some updating. The lights flickered a lot each night and there are some obvious signs of wear and tear on the house. We went over the Thanksgiving holiday so when we had a maintenance issue (the hot water didn’t work in the shower upstairs) it was unable to be resolved. While they did send a plumber out the day before we were due to leave, they did not warn us so we weren’t home when they arrived. We’d definitely use this house again if we were to come back with a large party— though we’d be better prepared with paper products and would check the appliances right away!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara C.

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

We will be back!

so cozy, and the prefect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Brittany R.

Convenient location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very 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: Pleasant little house in a great location. There house is in need of some updating, mostly the kitchen and stairs leading to the back door. There are a few oddities with the upstairs being a open concept which did not offer much privacy when using the bathroom. The skylights in the top floor were nice to have natural sunlight to wake up to. We had some issues with AC not working and the upstairs shower leaking into one of the bedrooms but property management took care of them quickly.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

2nd stay here

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: This is our 2nd stay in Donovan's Reef. There have been improvements since we stayed there 2 years ago. The remodeled bathrooms are very nice. The living room couch is more comfortable than the old one. The house worked very well for our 3 adults and 2 children.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Washington Boro, PA

Great Location

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: A delightful older house that is very kid friendly! Just a few reccomendations that would enhance the property's attractiveness.We loved the proximity of the house to town, yet on a quiet street. The only thing that we always look for in a rental is a screened porch. We did miss that.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

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

Great house! Everything was as advertised.

The location was great, lots of shops and restaurants within walking distance. The kids were excited about all the Disney VHS tapes (they were fascinated by the "old fashioned" way of watching movies) and board games, it made any downtime very painless and enjoyable for them. There were also boogie boards and beach chairs to borrow which was great. There was plenty of space and a well appointed kitchen. The attic was finished beautifully and we loved all the natural light from the skylights. The beds were very comfortable! The only downside was that the water in the upstairs shower doesn't get hot, but this isn't a big enough problem to deter us from visiting again. The check in/out process was a breeze because the door opens with a key code. This is an awesome house for families!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

Living like a local on the East Coast Paradise

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: Ride your bike to the beach, walk into town and lounge like you are in your own beautiful home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline H.

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

Great time getting away from it all!

We wanted to get away for a week for a change of scenery but still be safe during the pandemic. We really enjoyed the house as it had lots of room, a fully stocked kitchen, a screened in porch, and a nice grassy yard for our dog!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Margaret S.

October 2020 Stay

The house needs major improvements. There is duct tape on the 2nd floor covering a hole— this has been like this for 2 years. The house also developed ceiling cracks during the time we were there. Minor repairs were done immediately. Mattresses need to be replaced. This house needs major updates. It is apparent that it has not been kept in good repair.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dagmar W.

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

Great Island getaway

We loved the fact that we were able to take our dogs with us on vacation. The House is in a great location, close to shops and restaurants, but still on a very quiet street. The house was lovely and offered everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

June 2018 Stay

We loved this house, Donovan's Reef. So many windows and so much light and fresh air. The older style is my favorite. It was perfect size for five adults and three little children. Good walking distance to town and Lil Whippy. Near the end of our visit the bathtub stopped draining and two men were immediately sent to look into it. (Unfortunately the drain needed a professional plumber and it was late Friday so no baby baths Friday and Saturday). But I would rent this house again and recommend it to others.