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.

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.

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!

Candace Higginbotham - Guest Experience Specialist

Hi! I'm Candace. I was born and raised in Virginia, and am proud to call it home. I'm new to the Eastern Shore area and excited to get to know the community, explore new places, and learn new things! Before joining the Coastal Shore Team, I spent many years as a Produce Manager at a chain grocery store. My love for produce didn't stop there - I enjoy gardening and growing vegetables on my own as well. I am excited to start this new chapter with CSV, make some new memories, and enjoy everything the beautiful Eastern Shore has to offer. When I'm not at work, you'll usually find me spending time with my daughter, Paisley; attending church, or hanging out with my three cats. My faith and family are the most important parts of my life, and I try to live each day with kindness and gratitude!

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!

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.

Kendra Washington - Guest Experience Specialist - Cape Charles

Kendra is a native of the Eastern Shore and a mom of 2. She enjoys listening to music, and is always eager to learn something new. In her free time she enjoys reading and finding new dining experiences.

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!