Meet the Team

The Coastal Shore Promise

We're a 3rd generation property management company - this is our 26th year in business! We take pride in our operation with a family-owned mentality and precision-driven technical infrastructure. All of this because we value our guests' vacation time just as much, or more, than they do. After all, we're in the relationship business - ours, yours, and your family's.

You can count on us to be thorough, honest and responsive, 100% of the time. Coastal Shore Vacations offers vacation rentals for families seeking the ultimate guest experience so that they can make the most of their time away from home by strengthening relationships with one another.

Katelynn Kennedy - Guest and Owner Relations

Born in San Francisco, CA and raised in Reno, NV - I relocated to the Eastern Shore in 2022, going from “Bay to Bay” in search of new experiences and adventures. I fell in love with the greenery and the ocean being just a few miles away. I love calling the Eastern Shore home and I’m excited to be working with the Coastal Shore Vacations team. In my free time, I enjoy baking, gardening, reading, spending time with loved ones and my two black cats Mori and Pugsley!

Allysin Barrett - Guest Experience Specialist

Allysin is a native to Chincoteague Island. In her free time, she enjoys making art (especially painting), playing music at the local restaurants and lounges, and camping under the stars. Her passion includes live music with great energy, and she loves to find inspiration in everything from scenic trails to creative spaces. For Allysin, it’s all about bringing good vibes and a touch of creativity to every moment.

Wyle Maddox - Trust Accounting Specialist

Wyle was born and raised on Chincoteague, and grew up in the hospitality business where his family owned and operated Maddox Family Campground. Upon graduating from Averett University in 2010, he moved to the Hampton Roads area to start his career with Bon Secours Health System. In 2017, he returned to the Eastern Shore, where he worked at NASA's Wallops Flight Facility for eight years. He is excited to return to the hospitality industry and join the Coastal Shore Vacations team. In his spare time, he can often be found giving back to the community by coaching, training, and supporting youth athletes. He is also a motorcycle and car enthusiast, so you may catch him cruising around the island on nice summer days! Above all, his two incredible daughters are the center of his world and the greatest source of joy and inspiration in his life.

Susie Charnock - Senior Property Manager - Cape Charles

Hey y’all! My name is Susie Rodriguez Charnock, I was born and raised on this beautiful Eastern Shore. I love everything this piece of paradise has to offer, from beautiful sunsets, an amazing community and the peaceful tranquility we all experience when dipping our toes on our beautiful shores. I am a Licensed Realtor in Virginia and have many years in the financial industry, and am now the point of contact for our Cape Charles Office. On my time off I truly enjoy spending time with my high school sweetheart Jake and our three beautiful kiddos, Meya, Jase and Sophia. We travel all over watching my daughter Meya in competitive swimming and I also enjoy fishing, hiking and playing volleyball!

Jaidi Rodriguez - Guest Experience Specialist - Cape Charles

Jaidi, born and raised on the Eastern Shore, has always been captivated by the tranquil and picturesque landscape, as well as the luscious nature that can be found in every corner. Engaging in activities such as taking walks, exploring new places, shinrin-yoku, gardening, cooking, enjoying music, rollerblading, and quality time with her family are all sources of immense gratification for her. Jaidi is enthusiastic about the prospect of contributing to the team and is poised to further her knowledge and personal development.

Hope Sloper - Property Care Specialist - Maintenance Director

Born and raised in NoVA, Hope relocated to the Eastern Shore in 2022. After falling in love with the beautiful views, delicate wildlife, and less traffic than she was used to, Hope is happy to call the Eastern Shore home. She is excited to be a part of the Coastal Shore Vacations family and looks forward to growing and learning with us. In her free time she enjoys video games, reading and reviewing books, writing, and spending time with loved ones and her Redbone Coonhound, Annie.

Charlie Clarkson - Property Care Technician

Charlie was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland. His grandfather, "Pop", had a family vacation home on Chincoteague, which the family would visit every summer and holidays during his childhood. Charlie bounced back and forth between Baltimore and Chincoteague before the island became his home in 1993. His prior work experience was with the local restaurants for 25 years, and Charlie is enjoying his perpetual property management journey with the Coastal Shore team. Skateboarding, diesel trains (real or model) and "just getting out and going" are a few things Charlie enjoys during his spare time. Remember, it's the small things along the way that make for the adventure of a lifetime.

In the words of Charlie himself, "I do what I can!"

Candie Walker - Property Care Specialist - Housekeeping Director

Candie was born and raised on the Eastern Shore; she grew up in the small town of Cape Charles. She loves everything the Eastern Shore has to offer... from the acres of farmland to the miles of bay, this has always been home for her and she would never considered leaving! Candie enjoys spending time with her family, friends & her dalmatian, Ember. If she is not at work you can find her at the beach or cruising down the backroads with some good tunes on!

Shawnte Hughes - Property Care Coordinator - Cape Charles

Shawnte was born in Cocoa, FL and moved around as an "Army Brat." She moved to the Eastern Shore after serving in the Air Force for 8 years. Although she has many talents, she is excited to be a part of our Coastal Shore Vacations family and looks forward to learning and excelling in property care. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and son, William and Braylen. She also enjoys driving 18 wheelers, traveling, dancing and eating good food.

Chris Wey - COO & Property Care Manager

Chris was born and raised in North Jersey. He met his wife, Lea, on the Jersey Shore in 2015. In 2016 he and his wife moved to Chincoteague to work together as an Innkeeper couple. Chris is passionate about hospitality and has a knack for anticipating needs. He has been trained in many lead roles in the hospitality sector from housekeeping and hotel management to concierge service and fine dining. Live music, good food and fun atmosphere is how Chris enjoys spending his free time with his family.

Francisco Ramos - Property Care Technician

Born in New York and raised in the Eastern Shore, Francisco grew up in a big family with 3 younger brothers and a little sister. He loves to exercise and do anything outdoor related on his free time!

Nicolette Hickman - CFO & Property Management Manager

Nicolette was born in NY and relocated to the small town of Chincoteague Island during her young elementary years. As a 3rd generation property manager, it was only natural that after graduating high school she continued her education in the Real Estate field. Nicolette is a licensed Real Estate Broker in the State of Virginia and holds several professional designations. You can definitely say that real estate and property management are in her blood! In her free time, Nicolette enjoys spending time with her family, traveling and reading. A visit to Fiji is on the bucket list! She is most proud of her 4 children (Chandler, Lilly, Ellie and Kendyl) and all of their accomplishments!