Summary:
Situated by the shore of the Chesapeake Bay within the private Bay Creek community and historic Cape Charles. Just a short walk to a beautiful exclusive 2 mile beach!
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.
*See "The Space" for Bay Creek amenities information (complimentary) and Bay Creek's Life Center access information (fee applies).
The Space:
Sweet Bay, Home Features:
• 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath - Available for up to 4 Guests!
• Directly Across from Life Center & Short Walk to Beach
• Open Front Porch, Screened Back Porch
• Remote Office and Work Station
• Free WiFi & Smart TVs
Sweet Bay offers luxury accommodations in this private beachside village. A premium location directly across from the life center and a short walk to the beach.
Enjoy both an open front porch or screened back porch to lounge with your morning coffee or an evening glass of wine. The first primary bedroom, located on the first floor, has a King bed and a beautiful spacious bathroom. The second primary bedroom offers a king bed and shares a bathroom with the 3rd bedroom which contains a full over queen bunkbed. All beds throughout the home have 'Westin Heavenly Bed' brand mattresses to ensure a sound sleep while on vacation.
Even though we don't encourage work during your stay; on the main floor there is a private office with a desk and chair and an amazing view! There is also a queen sized sleeper sofa for overflow guests. Let's not forget the second floor loft area where you will find a large, cozy sectional, 65 inch smart tv and a few board games; a perfect space for the kids to lounge.
Complimentary Access: Bay Creek Amenities
As part of the exclusive Bay Creek community, guests have access to a wealth of world-class amenities. Enjoy the Private Golf Club with 27 holes of championship golf, two miles of pristine private beach, and a community center featuring a swimming pool, tennis courts, and a fitness center. Explore over 10 miles of hiking and biking trails within a 365-acre nature preserve or relax on the sand beach. Additional amenities include a Pro Shop and on-site restaurant.
Bay Creek's Life Center, Resort Package (Nightly Fee Applies)
Use of Bay Creek's Life Center, which has three pools, a slide, splashpad, and a state of the art fitness center. Contact host to add the resort package ($75/night). Use of the resort package applies to the full extent of nights booked. Optional or shortened nights not available.
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.
• To add the Bay Creek Resort Members Life Center to your stay, a fee of $75/night applies. Guests must complete a Bay Creek Life Center esign waiver prior to receiving access which will be sent for completion. Use of Bay Creek's Life Center, which has three pools, a slide, splashpad, and a state of the art fitness center. Contact host to add the resort package ($75/night). Use of the resort package applies to the full extent of nights booked. Optional or shortened nights not available.
The Neighborhood:
Most who visit fall in love within a few minutes! 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.
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.
