A Stay in the Bay Breeze Cottage in Cape Charles Virginia on the Eastern Shore.
Click here for a video walk through of the Bay Breeze Cottage.
The trip was a quick one. 17 miles across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel and another 5-8 minutes after the tunnel and turn left. There we were in Cape Charles, Virginia. The Cottages are all original Cottages from back in the day when Cape Charles was a booming port town as the railroad from all points north ended there and a ferry system was used to cross the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay. Click Images for the larger View
Once the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel was opened Cape Charles slowly withered away as most of the industries created by the rail road the port and the ferry system were of no need anymore.
Trucks could now make the trip across the bay faster than the ferry could.
Now in 2006 this little town of Cape Charles is blossoming again with the tourism industry. Not many people are aware of this gem less than an hour from Virginia Beach. Click Images for the larger View
The beaches in Cape Charles are of a shallow clear water of the Chesapeake Bay facing west. This allows for some of the most spectacular sunsets on the east coast. 
Just a short couple steps across the natural sand dunes and you’re on a quiet westward facing beach. Sand pipers run along the shoreline and across the sand bars foraging for food all day long.
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On the southern side of the Cape Charles beach is a brand new fishing pier and observation huts that stretch for more than 600 feet out in to the bay. While the pier is free the tackle shop is located a few blocks down on the main strip of town. Clean permanent bathrooms are available for use and changing near the foot of the pier. Click Images for the larger View
After a stroll on the beach watching the sunset, make your way down the main street and tour the businesses, eateries and shops along Cape Charles Downtown street. Click Images for the larger View
You will want to stop in for a tasty bite and cool beverage at the Harbor Grill. There is an outside patio in front along the street and tables in the windows facing the street. The proprietor Julie is always more than happy to stop and chat about the town of Cape Charles and festivals that take place in the open field on the harbor across the street. And by far the Harbor Grill probably has the nicest restrooms on the Chesapeake Bay. Click here for a video walk through of the Harbor Grille Click Images for the larger View
After the Harbor Grill a stroll down the street brings you to a unique antique shop called the Joshua Tree. Many unique antiques along with some cool and eclectic things are to be found here. Click Images for the larger View
Other shops of interest where the Bad Girls store that carries a unique assortment of items from 60s style bar stools to Candles and jewelry charms.
Relax on the front porch of The Bay Breeze Cottage after a bite and a bit of shopping. You’ll find the occasional couple taking a stroll along the Cape Charles Community Path. All the sidewalks through out the neighborhood are marked with the Cape Charles logo. Click Images for the larger View
After showers and a change of clothes head back out one block from the property back the main strip.
In the mornings on Saturdays and Sundays the Cape Charles Coffee Cottage is open serving a full breakfast perfect to begin the day. Click Images for the larger View
There is the occasional fresh produce stand with local agricultural products being peddled.
End the evening on the back porch of the Bay Breeze Cottage in the brand new hot tub with digital temperature and jet controls. Click Images for the larger View
The interior of the Bay Breeze Cottage is completely restored to give the feeling of a authentic sea side town, home feeling. Tall ceilings and doors give the feeling of space and the situation of the Cottage to get the most of the morning sun and makes the Bay Breeze Cottage a charm to stay in during your visit. Click Images for the larger View
Also worth mentioning are the weekly Praise The Sun Harbor party’s that are held on Saturdays in the downtown area complete with music and fun for the whole family. All this is just blocks from the Bay Breeze Cottage.
On the other side of town is the Brand new Harbor Center. This colorful pastel painted center is a full service marina complete with gift shops restaurants and a cocktail bar above an exclusive Harbor side restaurant named Aqua. Aqua is perfect for the casual fine dining in a sea side town. Click Images for the larger View
The hardest part of Cape Charles is leaving. The quaint Bay Breeze Cottage located blocks from most everything in Cape Charles makes for pleasant strolls to nearby businesses and shops.
One trip to Cape Charles, Virginia and a stay in the Bay Breeze Cottage or the Cat Cottage will leave you waiting for the next chance to take a break from life and retrun to this gem on the Eastern Shore of Virginia.
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The town of Cape Charles faces the open waters of the Chesapeake Bay and has a sandy beachfront park. The beach is a great place to view Chesapeake Bay sunsets. Check out BayDreaming.com for more information about this destination and more on the Chesapeake Bay. The Chesapeake Bay has two sides of beautiful beaches; Chicks Beach Rentals can show you some properties on the other side of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel.
Cape Charles features several restaurants and shops. Cape Charles has the "Applaud the Sun" Harbor Parties from 6:30pm to 10:30pm on the first Saturday of each month, June through September. Check out BayDreaming.com for more information about this destination and more on the Chesapeake Bay. The Chesapeake Bay has two sides of beautiful beaches; Chicks Beach Rentals can show you some properties on the other side of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel.
Cape Charles features a small town harbor, used by residents and visitors. The Cape Charles Harbor has 51 boat slips, a harbor master’s office, and two public boat launching ramps. Check out BayDreaming.com for more information about this destination and more on the Chesapeake Bay. The Chesapeake Bay has two sides of beautiful beaches; Chicks Beach Rentals can show you some properties on the other side of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel.
A recent addition to Cape Charles is an Arnold Palmer designed golf course at the Bay Creek golf and residential community. This beautiful golf course offers a challenge for both the average and the expert golfer. Check out BayDreaming.com for more information about this destination and more on the Chesapeake Bay. The Chesapeake Bay has two sides of beautiful beaches; Chicks Beach Rentals can show you some properties on the other side of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel.
