Summer Camp Tiny Cottage - Perfect for a couples/friends retreat & small fams!

Cape Charles, Virginia
$311 avg/night
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OPEN JUNE-JULY!: 6/28-7/2, 7/10-12, 7/15-17, 7/20-23

Come visit the only Tiny Home in the Cape Charles Historic District!
At less than 470 sq feet, this 1920s house is super fun & ready to be enjoyed for a couples, friends, and small families!
• King sized bed with smart tv on the first floor
• Two twin beds in a cozy sleeping loft
• Small kitchen with propane stove, Nespresso maker & living space with a smart tv
• Patio w/ charcoal grill, solo stove, & dining table
• Paddle board & floats
Please read through our totally honest disclaimer below!

Summer Camp is available for 3–4 night minimum stays between Memorial Day & Labor day. We do generally have some odd dates in the summer that allow for shorter stays so please check the calendar.

Sept-April bookings are available for 2-night minimum stays.
Please message us with questions or for more details!

This is an older home with quirks and charm so please be aware of this before booking. Here is our completely honest disclaimer so you know exactly what you are getting!
• The sleeping loft with twin beds is accessed by a small, narrow staircase without a lot of headroom. Please use caution with it and know that it is not ideal for young children or those with difficulty climbing stairs. It is a super cool space but quirky! A lot of the time we have couples stay (which this house is perfect for) who don’t use the loft. For a small family like ours, our young kids LOVE getting to camp out up in the loft.
• We are five blocks from the beach, so the space is best experienced either anticipating a short drive to the beach, or by planning on renting bikes or a golf cart which makes exploring historic Cape Charles super fun!
• It’s a tiny house and the only one of its kind in Cape Charles … but … it is a TINY house. We love the little kitchen; however, it is not ideal for cooking a big meal. The shower is small as is the bathroom sink. We enjoy the space with our family of five, but definitely have to squeeze in!
• It’s also a historic tiny house. Being at the beach the floors sometimes get a little dusty and, in the fall, leaves blow up on the patio. Occasionally, there will be bugs inside – again – it’s an older house at the beach and please expect some of these things as part of the charm!
• The back sliding glass door is secured with a pole that slides in the bottom of the door. Just including this because we had one person complain (loudly) about this.
• Finally – know that our cleaning fee is less than what our cleaner actually charges. Please be aware of this if you book – especially in the off season when you have the chance to book for killer rates as we like to allow as many people as possible to get to enjoy Summer Camp! We have the best cleaner on the Shore working with us, however it is hard to find reliable people in this somewhat remote location. Hopefully that’s why you’re pumped to stay in Cape Charles anyway …

We’ve had a few people with different expectations stay with us and we do not want that to happen to you!

We LOVE our tiny house and cherish the times we get to come stay. If you’re still as excited as we are to stay at Summer Camp after reading these notes, we think you will fall in love with it and Cape Charles, too!!

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  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 470 Sq Ft (44 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Charcoal Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower/tub Combination Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Kayak On Site Water Sports Equipment
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Dinnerware Children's Games
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Carmen

    Submitted May 7, 2023

    Stayed Apr 30, 2023

    I love Cape Charles and this adorable little house! My mother and I celebrated my birthday at Summer Camp in May 2023. The house is so charming, bursting with natural light, and well equipped. The screened-in porch and large backyard are major perks. My baby-boomer mom stayed in the large, newly renovation first-floor bedroom. I enjoyed the novelty of loft, climbing up the ladders, and ducking below the low ceiling, but not everyone might. The bathroom is small but proportional to the house. Bring a shower cap if you like to shower without getting your hair wet each time. This compact kitchen has all the essentials, though we only made simple breakfasts at home and ate out a lot. Renting a golf cart is a must in Cape Charles, and we could easily park and charge our cart in front of the house. The owners were very responsive before and during our stay. I would definitely return to Summer Camp for my next birthday!

  • Natalie B.

    Submitted Oct 26, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    This is a great place for 2 people doing a long weekend on the shore. Hosts are excellent and the place is well stocked. The air conditioning/heat work great. Water heater is quick and efficient

  • Memie L.

    Submitted Oct 15, 2025

    Stayed Oct 11, 2025

    Great location with everything we needed!

  • Jerome A.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2025

    Stayed Oct 8, 2025

    The cottage was perfect for us. It has all the amenities as described. It compares to a large suite in a hotel. As can be expected things are tight. We didn't use the upstairs, but it is cramped. Looks like it would be great for children. The rooms were clean, and the bed was comfortable. I would recommend this to anyone visiting Cape Charles. Cons: The bathroom sink has a glass shelf above it that is in the way; The tiny ironing board was broken; the keypad on the front door is dark at first when you are entering the code; and the shower is very cramped.

  • Elizabeth L.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2025

    Stayed Sep 17, 2025

    Great location and overall a great stay. Would come back

  • Lauren B.

    Submitted Sep 14, 2025

    Stayed Sep 11, 2025

    This cottage is super cute and conveniently located walking distance from everything downtown. It’s perfect for a family with one or two small children. Our 20 month old slept up in the loft easily with his pack and play and loved the large backyard space. We also enjoyed the fire pit at night. Host was very communicative and accommodating. Will be back!

  • Alex G.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2025

    Stayed Sep 8, 2025

    My mom and I came to Cape Charles for a little girls trip and it was our first time visiting there! Summer Camp was an absolutely perfect fit for us! It had everything you could need for a great beach stay and it was also adorable. The proximity to the beach and town was perfect for walking and easy to drive if you needed to. I would highly recommend staying here if you are visiting Cape Charles!

  • Kim M.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2025

    Stayed Aug 7, 2025

    It was a perfect little place to stay for our anniversary for a long weekend. We left so relaxed. The beach was beautiful, enjoyed music at the brewery, miniature golf, nice restaurants, and the distillery. We will be back!

  • Elizabeth B.

    Submitted May 18, 2025

    Stayed May 16, 2025

    Very comfortable small house for our weekend trip. Hosts were very responsive to questions and helpful with local information. Easy to ride our bikes anywhere in Cape Charles. Thanks

  • Submitted May 1, 2025

    Stayed Apr 27, 2025

    Summer Camp is the cutest little cottage. My mom and I love it so much that this was our second time staying at Summer Camp!It has everything we needed from the microwave to the screened front porch. The shower is small but fits the house. Anyone sleeping up in the loft needs some agility to manage the stairs and the slanted roof. The owners are great and are super responsive via the vrbo app.We're planning to return next year!

  • Brittany J.

    Submitted Apr 12, 2025

    Stayed Apr 9, 2025

    Small house was perfect for a sister/girls long weekend get away! Very cute, clean and great location. Check in and check out easy. Great communication, would definitely recommend and come back again.

  • Amanda B.

    Submitted Mar 31, 2025

    Stayed Mar 27, 2025

    We had an excellent stay at Summer Camp in Cape Charles. The property was perfect for our small group, we loved the quirkiness of the tiny house, but it was well equipped with everything we needed and very comfortable.

  • B C.

    Submitted Mar 24, 2025

    Stayed Mar 21, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay. Great amenities

  • anne l.

    Submitted Mar 19, 2025

    Stayed Mar 16, 2025

    We made a trip out of a half marathon in Virginia Beach and decided to spend a few days in this quaint little town. This tiny cottage was so perfect. It had everything we needed super comfortable, clean and convenient to all things! I would highly recommend anybody who’s looking for a little weekend away. Katie was a wonderful hostess and easy to communicate with! Thanks again for making our stay wonderful.

  • Submitted Feb 12, 2025

    Stayed Feb 7, 2025

    Where do I begin? The hosts were most definitely super! From the booking process to check out everything was phenomenal. I have tried the other company multiple times only to be let down by every host. This couple was accommodating, helpful & kind. The picture & descriptions does not do this property justice. I will be back!!

  • Brittany K.

    Submitted Dec 19, 2024

    Stayed Dec 6, 2024

    Love this tiny house! Great location and perfect for small family!

  • Denise T.

    Submitted Dec 3, 2024

    Stayed Nov 30, 2024

    I love this property! It is clean and comfortable and Cape Charles is such a quaint little town. This little home is just perfect in a quiet neighborhood with walkability into town, the beach, restaurants and shops. The property has everything one would need for the stay. Love it. Second time I’ve rented it and I’ll be back!

  • Greg H.

    Submitted Nov 1, 2024

    Stayed Oct 29, 2024

    Exactly as described. It’s definitely a tiny house but its perfect for a person, couple or small family.

  • Erik E.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2024

    Stayed Sep 19, 2024

    This little cottage was a perfect spot for my fiance and I. The property is exactly as listed and very cozy and quaint. The back master bedroom is a perfect size and has a long bed which we really liked. The shower was a bit small, but everything else was perfect. Would recommend for a small family or couple!

  • Ashe A.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2024

    Stayed Aug 17, 2024

    The owners of this property did an incredible job making the house feel charming! You can tell they put a lot of effort into the design and decoration of the home, giving it a cozy yet modern feel! The location was perfect. We were able to walk everywhere, including the shops, beach, and the free concert in the park! We loved having a front porch to sit on in the mornings and evenings, and there was plenty of outdoor space in the backyard as well. We felt that the house wasn’t as clean as we had hoped (stovetop and oven left covered in grease, toilet not wiped down, sand in loft sheets, dirty microwave, couch covered in stains). However, this is in no way a deal breaker! We enjoyed our time in Cape Charles and were very thankful for our stay here.

  • Ashley F.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2024

    Stayed Jul 25, 2024

    Amazing as always! Love coming here. The perfect little getaway.

  • Gary D.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2024

    Stayed Jul 10, 2024

    This was a great place for my family of 4 to spend a few days. My boys loved the loft and the outdoor shower!

  • Brittany K.

    Submitted Jul 10, 2024

    Stayed Jul 4, 2024

    We frequent Cape Charles and this tiny house was charming, comfortable, and close to all the fun. The owners were very responsive and quick to fix a minor issue. Would definitely book again!

  • Rita D.

    Submitted Jun 24, 2024

    Stayed Jun 14, 2024

    We enjoyed our stay at summer camp. Everything was as we expected. Quiet neighborhood. Thank you!

  • Matt D.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2024

    Stayed Jun 3, 2024

    Our kids LOVED the loft and we loved the perfect location and great price — super easy check in and great communication!

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Total

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$311+
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