Entire condo

Above it All | Chesapeake Properties

Find your perfect retreat in Cape Charles with its historic charm. Bask in views of the bay while exploring local eateries just steps away.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Property grounds
TV, offices
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Water view

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Above it All | Chesapeake Properties

Summary:
Best Views In Cape Charles! 1 block from the beach this condo is located steps away from shops and restaurants!

Above It All, Home Features:
• 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath - Available for up to 6 Guests!
• 100 Year Old Building with Elevator!
• Rooftop Deck with Seating
• Covered Balcony
• Free WiFi & Smart TVs

Please SEE: Other Things to Note
For Area Details, Please SEE: Where You'll Be (Located under the map!)

This is a no pet/animal home.

The Space:
Come enjoy the best views in the town of Cape Charles. Sitting atop a three-story, 100 year old building (with elevator!) is this immaculate 2BR/2BA condo that sleeps up to six people. Only one block from the beach and just steps away from everything the charming town of Cape Charles has to offer. You couldn't ask for a better location in this historic town.

This 3rd floor condo has a fully covered balcony porch overlooking the town with views of the Chesapeake Bay, along with a shared roof deck with 360° views of the town. Park your car and easily stroll to restaurants, shops and the beach. The homeowners took care with all the condo's details. Entering this bright and happy space will shift your mood immediately. Perfect family getaway or a couple's retreat! This is a rare three-night-minimum property in the heart of Cape Charles. With everything at your fingertips, who could ask for more?

Free on street parking. There is NOT a place at this property to be able to charge a Golf Cart. Note: while there is an elevator to the condo, the roof deck is only accessible by stairs.

Guest Access:
We offer convenient door codes for self-check-in. Chesapeake Properties by Portoro uses convenient keyless entry for self check-in, details provided 2 weeks (or less) prior to arrival by email and text message.

• Early check-ins or late check-outs: If the property happens to be ready earlier than the standard 4 pm check-in time on the day of your arrival, in most cases an early arrival option may be available when confirmed with the main office. Late check-outs must be confirmed with main office staff prior to the date of departure.

The Neighborhood:
Noted on the National Register of Historic Places, Northampton County's Cape Charles offers one of the largest concentrations of turn-of-the-century buildings on the East Coast. The historic district and small-town atmosphere create a serene and inviting community. Enjoy the history and experience galleries, boutiques, bookshops, and beautiful beach! Cape Charles Town Beach is the only free public beach on the Easter Shore of Virginia.

Things to See:
• Local Experiences: Take a Boat Tour, Kiteboarding, Kayaking, Paddleboarding, Explore the Beach, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Biking, Birding & More!
• Local Restaurants & Shopping
- Restaurants: The Shanty, Oyster Farm Seafood Eatery, Kelly's Gingernut Pub, Pane e Vino, Ambrogia Caffe & Enoteca, Cravings, Beach Market
- Shops: The Boardwalk, Table and Tonic Cape Charles, Cape Charles Candy Company, Love Letters, Gull Hummock Gourmet Market, Chessie's Toys and Games & more!

Annual Festivals & Events:
• Crabby Blues Festival
• Annual Crab Slam
• LOVEFest
• Sounds of the Shore
• Festive Fridays, Cape Charles Winter Wonderland (Nov-Dec)
• Free Concert in the Park (Summer Season)
• Grand Illumination (Dec)

We provide a full list of Things to Do & See and local Restaurants & Shops to experience for our guests including in a personalized Guest Manual in your check-in details provided prior to your stay!

Northampton County Short-Term Rental Registration No. #

Getting Around:
Cape Charles is located near the southern tip of Virginia’s Eastern Shore right on the Chesapeake Bay. Cape Charles is a small town (the historic area is roughly a six block by six block square) that sits on the peninsula’s western coast… meaning you can sit on the beach in Cape Charles and watch the sunset right over the water. On the Chesapeake Bay, not the Atlantic Ocean, the water is calm and shallow. The picturesque town of Cape Charles is filled with Americana, all about family and beautiful surroundings, voted one of the Happiest Seaside Towns by Coastal Living. Let the beach be your playground! Check out the walkable retail district, schedule a tee time at one of Bay Creek's award-winning golf courses, or take a water adventure for fishing and cruising.

Traveling to/around Cape Charles, Virginia:
• Golf Carts [Rentals: Eastern Shore Custom Carts and CC Ryder]
• Taxi Cabs [i.e., Cape Charles Cab Cart and Carriage, Wave Ryders]
• STAR Transit, local fixed route and bus service
• Bike/Cycling [Rentals: Poseidon Watersports, Trek Bicycle Virginia Beach, Rent Beach Buggies]

Airports:
• Norfolk International Airport (about 45 min by vehicle)
• Newport News Williamsburg International Airport (PHF)
• Accomack County Airport (MFV)
• Norfolk Ns (Chambers Fld) Airport (NGU)
• Langley Air Force Base (LFI)

Popular Landmarks:
• Cape Charles Museum and Welcome Center
• Kiptopeke State Park
• Cape Charles Natural Area Preserve
• Cape Charles Lighthouse
• Cape Charles Town Beach
• Cape Charles Brewing Company

Other Things to Note:
Please pay close attention to following the house rules. Non compliance could result in sizable fines.
- All guests staying at an Cape Chesapeake Properties Vacation Rentals by Portoro (Portoro Homes) are required to sign (esignature) a rental agreement and complete identity registration.
- Age restrictions apply. Reservation holder must be 25 years of age.
- Upon arrival, we aim to ensure your safety, proper access to the home, and guest features. Should you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to Chesapeake Properties by Portoro directly.
- Known damages incurred during your stay must be reported to the property manager immediately.
- Before check in, we will send you detailed directions to ensure a seamless arrival.
- Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. Check-out time is 10:00 a.m.
- We cannot guarantee early check ins or late checkouts. When it is possible to check in early or check out late, there will be a fee for anything outside of a one hour window within our standard times. If your need for an early check in or late check out is great, your best option is to book an additional night.
- Some homes have cameras for external monitoring only.
- In the State of Virginia and in Northampton County, all hotel and vacation rental hosts are required to collect hotel tax. We collect these taxes within the booking transaction.
- There is no guard around the pools. - Use at your own risk.
- This is a No Pets property. A daily rate fee of $150.00 will apply for violations and you may be asked to vacate the premises with no refund at the discretion of the Host.
- This is a No Smoking property. Penalty fees for violations will apply and you may be asked to vacate the premises with no refund at the discretion of the Host.

Interaction with Guests:
Our goal is that your vacation exceed your expectations. Chesapeake Properties by Portoro communicates via email and phone. After a booking is confirmed, rental agreement will be emailed to the guest for e-signature. Check-in instructions are sent by email and text message 14 days (or less) prior to arrival date. We offer convenient keyless entry for self-check in. We do typically check in with guests by text 1-2 times during their stays to ensure a 5-star experience and remain available for any questions. We are available to guests 24/7 for any inquiries.

Property manager

Chesapeake Properties Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the city center
  • In a rural location
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Golf privileges
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Cape Charles, Virginia

What's nearby

  • Cape Charles Beach - 4 min walk
  • Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center - 14 min walk
  • Bay Creek Golf Club - 5 min drive
  • Dog Beach - 12 min drive
  • Kiptopeke State Park - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Shanty - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sting-Ray's Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brown Dog Ice Cream - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Above it All | Chesapeake Properties pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Above it All | Chesapeake Properties?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Above it All | Chesapeake Properties?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Above it All | Chesapeake Properties located?

Located in the heart of Cape Charles, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Cape Charles Beach and Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center. Bay Creek Golf Club is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) away.

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Above it All | Chesapeake Properties Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great stay
We had a wonderful stay! Would absolutely stay at this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and convenient!
Great location, very cozy and clean, filled with little touches that made it feel like home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Memorial Day weekend getaway.
Our weekend retreat in your beautiful apartment made discovering the idyllic hamlet of Cape Charles feel like we were coming back home, despite the fact that it was our maiden voyage to peaceful harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place and perfect location!
This condo is perfectly located right in town near the Cape Charles shops and restaurants and just a super short walk to the beach! The condo itself was beautifully decorated and felt very clean. It was also spacious and perfect for our family of 4 - our kids had a great time!! We would definitely rent this place again next summer!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place For Families
Overall it was a great stay. There were ants in the kitchen and the bathroom by the kitchen had a foul smell, but it was all tolerable. The place was very clean, comfortable furniture, great location, water views, great balcony and very spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liz K.

Perfect location and beautiful condo!
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 first trip to Cape Charles and we had an amazing time! The condo is beautiful and has everything that you need. It is in the perfect location! We parked our car and did not have to drive again until we left. A quick walk to the beach, restaurants, bakery, ice cream and many cute shops. We had great weather and were able to enjoy lots of time on the back porch. Loved the board games to play together! Would highly recommend this condo and look forward to coming back.
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8/10 Good

dewey b., Cambridge, MD

Could Have Been an A++ save 44 Steps
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: What a beautiful little place in the heart of Cape Charles; unfortunately, I have mobility issues and booked this 3rd floor apartment because it had an elevator and it was clear that this elevator was not working and probably has not been working in quite some time. If you know that the elevator does not work you should remove this from the listing or provide a discount - period.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

Great stay at a nice location.
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 family and I have never been to Cape Charles but we really enjoyed out stay at the condo. It was decorated so cute and had almost everything we needed for our stay. There was no blender on site but I called ahead of time and was advised the condo had this. While there I called and they were very accommodating and bought us by a blender to use for our babies food. The condo also had two children kayaks and my kiddos enjoyed using those! We would definitely come back.

10/10 Excellent

Sandra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Perch
Excellent location, beautifully decorated with all necessities, one of my favorite vacay rentals ever!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Kyle S.

At Peace
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 soon as I walked in the door I felt at peace. The place was clean and beautiful. I loved everything about it. It was in the perfect location. You could walk to the beach, restaurants, & shops. The only downside was the elevator and not knowing if it was working, but we just took the steps. But overall, the stay was wonderful! We just loved everything about it!
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Richmond, VA

Above and Beyond
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: Our vacation in Cape Charles couldn't have been better. From the nicely decorated, well appointed Above It All condo to the eclectic shops, variety of good restaurants, friendly people and of course the Beach our stay was most enjoyable. Highly recommend this property and the Town of Cape Charles for a vacation.
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle S., Raleigh NC

Beautiful apartment!
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 place was decorated so well I felt like I was staying inside a magazine. It was cozy like home and right at the heart of it all. Close walk to the beach and all the shops. I would highly recommend staying here!
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany C.

Family trip to Cape Charles
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: Above it All was a fantastic stay for just a few nights to a favorite spot for our family-Cape Charles! The apartment was surprisingly spacious, clean and absolutely perfect location to the shops, restaurants and beach. No need for a golf cart! The beach wagon that was included with the apartment was a game changer for our family heading to the beach each day. Elevator was extremely helpful in getting all of our luggage up to the third floor. We would stay here again!
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10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

Great location and so cute!
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 thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Above it All. It was decorated very beautifully. It felt very clean. The only "complaint" I would have is that the second bathroom has a very odd odor to it. We barely used that restroom though, so it didn't affect us. I only mention it so that the rental company can know. The bathroom itself looked very clean so that didn't seem to be the issue. The location is great. Being able to walk downstairs and be on the main street with all the shops and restaurants was such a fun experience. The town itself is adorable. We enjoyed getting the explore the area! We would 100% rent this unit again!
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10/10 Excellent

AMBER N.

Restful family vacation
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: Wonderful and quiet condo just steps from the beach. Chesapeake properties was quick to answer my questions and even fixed a slight problem we had when we arrived. The elevator was broken so loading and unloading for the trip was a true workout but that doesn't reflect on Chesapeake properties. The condo was well stocked, extremely clean, and the porch was pristine. The only drawback was the elevator being broken and their isnt a electrical outlet to plug in a golf cart if you rent one. Overall, I would highly recommend a stay with Chesapeake properties in Cape Charles. We will be back!
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8/10 Good

A guest from Rockville, MD

Short but sweet stay
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: We stayed at Above it All for 3 nights in July 2022. Location is fantastic; a short walk to the beach and restaurants and stores. The condo was well equipped and had a great layout, with the 2 bedrooms on separate sides of the flat. Lovely design. We enjoyed our stay very much, and would consider another stay should we visit Cape Charles again. Two concerns: 1) the elevator did not work most of the time we were there, which was a bit of a problem for one of us, who has bad knees and was really counting on the elevator. Obviously, others staying in this building did not know how to use the elevator or couldn't be bothered to follow directions, so did not close the interior door properly which prevented the elevator from working. This was frustrating. I called the rental company one time, and it was fixed, but gave up after it happened again. There needs to be much better signage on ALL elevator doors on each floor reminding people to follow the very simple instructions; 2) both of the shower curtains and bathtubs were covered in pink mold, which made bathing very unpleasant. We understand that the humid environment causes this, but the cleaners should either wash the shower curtain liners in between each guest, or buy new ones. The showers also did not drain, so immediately filled up with pink tinged water while showering. This really detracted from what was otherwise a lovely stay.

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cape Charles Condo
This condo is well represented. Easy to access. Clean and well outfitted. The only downside we had was trying to charge a golf cart, but we made it work with the help of CC Ryders.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022