Summary:
The Tazewell House: Sleeps 16 - 18. One of the largest vacation homes available in the historic district!
The Tazewell House, Home Features:
• 7 Bedroom, 8 Bath - Available for up to 18 Guests!
• Generous Wrap-Around Porch & Backyard with Grill
• Two Separate Living Rooms & 7 Ensuite Bedrooms!
• Fully-Equipped Kitchen with Wet Bar & Wine Cooler
• 3rd Floor 2-Bedroom Apartment with Remote Work Station
• 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:
Enjoy modern comfort in the historic Tazewell House, recently updated and designed for gathering families and friends. Walk the stroller-friendly sidewalk to beautiful Cape Charles Beach, where gentle Chesapeake Bay waves and shallow waters beckon swimmers of all ages. Visit the shops and restaurants in one of Coastal Living’s “America’s 10 Happiest Seaside Towns.” Golf award-winning Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus courses. Explore the water by kayak, stand-up paddle board, or charter a boat for touring or fishing. Experience a wine tasting at Chatham Vineyards, sample local beer at the Cape Charles Brewing Company, or try spirits at the Cape Charles Distillery.
Unwind and sip a beverage on the generous wrap-around porch, play a game, do a jigsaw puzzle, or catch up on the day’s activities in an atmosphere of Southern charm and relaxation. Inside, two living rooms provide comfortable seating and entertainment; each of the 7 ensuite bedrooms is generously-sized and provides a welcome respite from group activities. High-speed internet and smart TVs ensure access to guests’ streaming services.
The fully-equipped kitchen, including a wet bar and wine cooler, is perfect for creating tasty meals for a crowd, and two spacious dining areas allow for casual or more formal seating. The grill and generous backyard are ideal for cookouts, with shade trees and flower beds bordering the lawn. New appliances, such as a large-capacity washer and dryer, 6-burner stove, and crowd-sized refrigerator, as well as comfortable furniture throughout, ensure maximum enjoyment and comfort for all.
A fully-contained apartment on the 3rd floor, with 2 bedrooms, a large kitchenette, lounge area, office desk, and laundry facilities, is suitable for a wide variety of uses, providing increased privacy for work or relaxation. An air mattress is also available to comfortably accommodate an additional guest.
Whether you choose lots of outdoor activity or just a lazy day around town, The Tazewell House provides a perfect setting for your group’s adventures. Cape Charles is golf cart-friendly so Reserve Your Golf Cart Early when booking your reservation.
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!
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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:
• Taxi Cabs [i.e., Cape Charles Cab Cart and Carriage, Champion Cab, Rudy's Taxicab Services]
• STAR Transit, local fixed route and bus service
• Uber, Lyft
• 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 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.
- HOTEL TAX COLLECTION: 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.
- Some homes offer pools/hot tubs, or access to communal pools. There is no guard around the water features when available. 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.
- For the safety of guests and the home, there are noise monitoring devices. These devices only measure the decibel level and do NOT record any audio.
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.
