Title: The Great Escape - renovated in-town charm! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Great Escape - renovated in-town charm! Vacation home with kitchen, near Cape Charles Beach ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104360000/104354500/104354440/52894206.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104360000/104354500/104354440/d4da817f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104360000/104354500/104354440/31233a44.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104360000/104354500/104354440/69790b53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104360000/104354500/104354440/47fa181a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of downtown Cape Charles, The Great Escape offers a charming blend of convenience and comfort. Enjoy town views from the inviting open front porch or unwind in the evenings on the tranquil screened porch. With ample living space and modern amenities, this 5-bedroom house is perfect for families seeking a small-town lifestyle. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Great Escape - renovated in-town charm! Discover the charm of Cape Charles in this beautifully restored 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom house, available for your next vacation adventure. Nestled in the heart of downtown, "The Great Escape" places you just minutes away from a vibrant selection of shopping, dining, and entertainment options, including local ice cream shops and mini-golf. Whether you're enjoying the bustling town scene or relaxing at home, this property offers both convenience and comfort. Step onto the inviting open front porch where you can sip your morning coffee while soaking in the town views. Alternatively, the screened porch provides a tranquil retreat to unwind in the evenings without the pesky insects. Inside, you'll find a clean and comfortable interior with ample living space that caters to both large and small families alike. "The Great Escape" is ideal for those seeking a blend of small-town charm and modern amenities, all within walking distance of Cape Charles' delightful attractions. Whether you're settling down with your family or looking for a scenic change of pace, this vacation home promises a lifestyle of ease and excitement. Don't miss out on making this house your new home away from home — book your getaway today! \- Linens and towels are included with your reservation. \- No smoking is permitted on the premises. \- No pets are permitted on the premises. \- 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: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the city center - Near a hospital - Near the marina ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83300000/83295100/83295039/f4bac9c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront - unbeatable location - steps to beach & shops - sunsets from porch! 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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 839520 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.27040%2C-76.01219&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=r0qoEjCCeKDZZvZ6ZDbe7oOO6YM=) Cape Charles, VA #### What's nearby - Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Cape Charles Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km - Bay Creek Golf Club - 7 min drive - 4.1 km - Dog Beach - 12 min drive - 10.9 km - Kiptopeke State Park - 17 min drive - 19.4 km #### Getting around - Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 47 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Hardee's - ‬5 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Small’s Smokehouse - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Shanty - ‬15 min walk - ‪Sting-Ray's Restaurant - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Great Escape - renovated in-town charm! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Great Escape - renovated in-town charm!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Great Escape - renovated in-town charm!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Great Escape - renovated in-town charm! located? > Located in Historic Downtown Cape Charles, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Central Park and Cape Charles Beach. Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center and Oyster Farm Marina are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Great Escape - renovated in-town charm! Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional 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.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lucas D. Jun 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Our Cape Charles vacation was terrific and the house's location in town and accommodations were top notch! ##### Lucas D. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna (Dee) K. Jul 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cape Charles Very nice property. Well stocked in the kitchen and in home in general. Would definitely stay here again. ##### Donna (Dee) K. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy M. Sep 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot! Great location and great home! Would return to the same house! ##### Amy M. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Christine C. May 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice place Had a good time. The rugs need a much more thorough cleaning. There are no kitchen knives and the dishwasher doesn’t work well. Location is wonderful and the house itself is beautiful. Thanks for having us! ##### Christine C. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara S. Jun 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best Cape house yet! My family has been coming to Cape Charles for the past 5 years and this house takes the cake for best rental so far! The house is spacious, clean, well decorated, in a fantastic location, and well stocked. Not to mention the property management team was responsive and helpful. On the "old" side of the cape, it's only a block to the park (perfect for the 2, 3, and 5 year old with us), a short walk or golf cart ride to town and the beach. It had a very nice screened in back porch with a big yard and an outdoor shower to boot. The layout of the house with 2 bedrooms downstairs and three upstairs along with 3 full baths worked great, as did the big living room and eating area. as an added bonus the water pressure was fantastic! Will definately book again! ##### Sara S. 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