~~Historic Cape Charles Properties~~
Escape to the Cape!
Cape Charles was founded in 1886 by two prominent railroad men, William Scott and Alexander Cassatt. They extended the Pennsylvania New York Railroad Line southward through the Delmarva Peninsula. They dredged the harbor and surveyed and platted Cape Charles with their own personal funds. Cape Charles was established almost overnight with 664 building lots, all the same size. The later expansion of the "Sea Cottage Addition" beach lots made it a boom town in the tradition of coastal beachfront towns. Once established, it became the railroad’s southern terminus to which daily trains carried passengers to the beachfront destination of Cape Charles. Steamships then carried these same passengers to Norfolk and beyond until the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel was completed in 1964.
She may have been the dream of two men, but the people who live in Cape Charles know she is a lady. She is fickle, always changing, beautiful, and resourceful. She loves the arts, and music, and good meal, a good time, and she may be the only thing that can lure men from the surf. Since her boom in the early half of the twentieth century, Cape Charles has seen some ups and downs, but she’s come through swimmingly. In the midst of a Renaissance, her beautiful, eclectic mix of Four-Square, Victorian, Craftsman, and Salt-Box architecture is gleaming with new coats of paint. The town is still buzzing with "from-heres" and "come-heres". The front porch is still where people meet and talk about crops and small town elections . . . and e-trade and golf handicaps! And hearts still quicken at the sight of a Chesapeake Bay sunset, glowing with all of the colors Mother Nature ever conspired to create.
Even though Virginia Beach and all its amenities are easily accessed only a half an hour away, Cape Charles is still the cultural and entertainment epicenter of Northampton County. After all, where else can you find two state-of-the-art marinas, fabulous golf at the new Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus Signature golf courses, music festivals, farmer’s markets, restaurants with jazz trios, bait shop, the local pharmacy/lunch and fountain counter, bed and breakfasts, a legitimate theatre, a museum or two, art galleries, cute gift shops, sidewalk art shows plus a beautiful sand beach - - - all in a town with a population under three thousand! She is a fine lady indeed, and she is always ready to welcome new-comers.
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Historical Elegance on the Bay!
$895,000 |
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| That’s what it’s all about with this historic beach home in the colorful coastal Victorian era small town of Cape Charles. Walk the tree-lined avenues of yesteryear and admire the beautiful architectural styles of the turn of the 19th century. This little town is sure to captivate you with its friendly shoreside spirit! This grand three story home overlooking the beach was built in 1924 and features high ceilings, beautiful two-toned heart pine hardwood floors, a huge masonry fireplace, grand staircase, and a third floor observatory overlooking 500 square miles of bluewater in the Chesapeake Bay. Recently upgraded with new plumbing and electrical systems and fixtures, a 2-zone heat and air conditioning system, new ceramic tile floors, new front porch and drywall treatments throughout, this home is ready for you to move right in and begin enjoying the spectacular sunsets over the beach. Nearly every room in the house enjoys a dramatic bay view and all the nightly "water colours" – 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, living room, dining room, breakfast room, and a full basement complete the adventure. Perched right on the shores of the Bay, you’re within easy walking distance of shopping, restaurants, a performing arts theater, world class Palmer and Nicklaus golf the Nicklaus course has been nominated as "America's Best New Course"), tennis and boating. New "state of the art" marina just five minutes away with slip capacity for both sailboats and power boats. What more can you ask from one property ? |
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Just an easy walk to the beach.
$389,000 |
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| In the tiny Victorian town of historic Cape Charles, Virginia situated along the shores of the famed Chesapeake Bay. Located across from the little town park, this 2 story Eastern Shore Style home has new windows, siding, storm doors, and bath. Lovely hardwood floors, custom tile work, fireplace, 4 bedrooms, 1 bath plus a half bath. Walk or bike to the town beach, marina, restaurants, art galleries, etc. If you are a golfer, take a swing at the Palmer and Nicklaus signature courses just 5 minutes away. A wonderful, friendly little town for leisure, retirement or full time living -- come see for yourself, you'll want to "Escape to the Cape" forever. |
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Gorgeous In-Town Beachfront Lot ---A Unique Property-- For Personal Use or Investment , Don't Miss This One !!!
$450,000 |
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| One barefoot stroll on the beach, one deep breath of tangy salt air and you'll be hooked on this unique in-town beachfront lot. And from the first blush of twilight to the last flash of brilliant color as the sun slips below the horizon, leaving only the star sprinkled sky, sunsets across the water viewed from this property are awesome ! This is the ONLY available lot in the historic district of the turn of the century coastal town of Cape Charles, Virginia where you actually own your own beach! Walk right out and dip your toes in the water instead of having to cross an intervening road between your property and the beach. Nearly 3/4th of an acre, this lot is part of a tiny 5 lot upscale hamlet now being developed within the historic area of Cape Charles. Features its own gated area and special landscaping and located just a stone's thrown from the fabulous beach "Colony" section of the Bay Creek Golf Resort. Walk to the historic downtown area featuring restaurants, art galleries, theatre, shops, etc. Just five minutes to new, state of the art marina and spacious town boat ramps. And better yet, each of these 5 parcels has the deeded right to join the Bay Creek Golf Resort POA and thereby use all their facilities and to purchase memberships on the same basis as offered to Bay Creek owners. These are the only properties outside of Bay Creek which currently have been given these privileges. This is a rare opportunity to purchase a very special beachfront property at an excellent price--- perfect for investment, leisure or full-time living. Bring your custom plans to build your personal sand castle. Call us today at 800-258-3437 and get started with your own beach lifestyle. |
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Just a short stroll to the beach...
$299,000 |
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| Fully remodeled 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home. Located in the heart of Historic Cape Charles. The attractively priced home is just 4 blocks from the beach, shopping and dining. Inside you will find a large kitchen with Corian counter tops and new appliances, a spacious master bedrroom with walk in closet and master bath. |
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Small town living complete with public beach.
$379,000 |
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| This spacious home with 4 bedrooms and 4 FULL baths is very close to shopping, dining, and only 3 blocks to our wonderful beach. This home would make a great summer rental. You will love the attention to detail in this fully renovated home. Fenced in backyard. |
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Escape to Your Beautiful New Condo in One of Cape Charles' Most Historic Buildings
$595,000 |
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| (Own one of the two remaining units in the exciting new 9 unit condo complex painstakingly created in one of the oldest and tallest buildings preserved in the Cape Charles historic district. Located in the striking 4 story brick building,once the elegant Mumford department store in the late 1800's, this waterview condo unit features a big open kitchen with granite countertops and top of the line appliances. Enjoy views out to the Cape Charles harbor and the Chesapeake Bay through the top of the line French doors and double hung windows. On the rooftop a "common area" deck built from low-maintenance composite deck boards offers a nifty space to meet other residents while enjoying the spectacular sunsets across the water. Beautiful restored antique hardwood floors, surround-sound wiring, intercoms and buzzer-style doors-- everything to make your life easier and more relaxed. Walk to restaurants, art galleries, theatre, beach, marina and take your golf cart to swing into a round at the Nicklaus and Palmer signature courses just five minutes away. And downstairs at ground level, the developer has created commercial space which is currently slated for a restaurant and a possible bagel shop plus 2 other storefronts. Could having fun be made any easier ? Absolutely not! (This home is listed by Prudential Decker Realty and Blue Heron has been authorized by the seller to advertize and show it.) |
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