Found that most of the stuff I took along to Kiptopeke went unused, like the freezer. Likely a hundred other things needed, but . . . looking at lodging, it seems there are other options that have similar costs to the Kiptopeke Inn at $650 plus tax. Tumbleweed, for example paid $700 (one of four) for a huge house for the month. Yogi, I heard got a house in Cape Charles for about $700 for the month. Just getting some thinking going for next year.
If the Kiptopeke becomes a focal point in 2011, make careful consideration of where the room is located. Stay away from the NW (rear) corner rooms that are close to the fish cleaning debris. For some reason fishermen need that sign that says "clean up after yourself, your mommy doesn't live here". Many of the rooms along the North outside are OK as ya can charge yer boat with a thin long extension cord that can pass under the door. Boat washing is at the fish cleaning station. Any of the rooms facing the swimming pool are OK, but I think those toward the south end of the pool would be more desirable. Some on the SW outside might be OK if maintained. KI has 24/7 TV monitoring of the lots. While the KI is pet friendly, it didn't work well for me and I'll board my dog next time.
OK, for the room if ya get permission. A small refrigerator, a coffee maker, Ramrod kept a small slow cooker going with his version of stew, maybe a small microwave, some bring a small barbee for outside the room. Food Lion, VA liquor, Micky Dees, Sting Rays, and other ilk are within 7 miles North. I favor J. B. Hunt wholesale fish for breakfast (2 eggs, 2 pancakes, 3 slices of bacon) $2.95 plus $1 for coffee if ya like. Of course, there's good eats at Kelley's Gingernut Pub in Cape Charles. Further up 13, about 20 miles, there's a clam shack and a fish house noted for great food (unlike Sting Rays greasy spoon).
A few things hardly worked, like the TV and internet access. Mobile wireless seems best if it serves the area. VirginMiFi worked well for me and also covers my home town. I'll be terminating my satellite service. Next year, there should be broadband wireless in Scottsburg too. News and other movies are best by VCR or online in my estimation.
While I stayed 12 of the 31 days, I figure I break even. May get a few more days before the end of the month if the weather and the fish cooperate.
Joy,
ReplyDeleteWe (5 of us) rented a house in cape Charles, but it was $1500 for the month. Split 5 ways with the $125 cleaning fee that divided up to $325 each. The house sleeps 6 and had all the amedities except internet. Most of the time everyone wasn't there at the same time anyways, so it worked out. Given the choice, I would always rather rent a house.
Benji White