Finally, we have a complete video tour of both sides of the duplex. Many readers asked for a full walk-through, and today we’re sharing it: a room-by-room look at the finished vacation rental in Cape Charles on Virginia’s Eastern Shore. If nothing else, watch to see the unmistakable relief at the end — we are done!
Throughout the tour I explain the renovation choices we made and highlight the upgrades that delivered the biggest impact. You’ll see how each room flows together, notice differences between the two mirrored units, and get a clear sense of how the finishes and layouts work in real life. The video is a great way to experience the project as if you’re walking through the house with us.
If you prefer to stream the tour, the full walk-through is also available on YouTube; search for the duplex after-tour video to watch the complete walkthrough. The footage shows both sides of the duplex — two kitchens, six bedrooms, and six bathrooms — and it’s especially useful for seeing how decisions vary between the two identical floor plans.
We also created a thorough Duplex Source List page for anyone who’s asked about paint colors, fixtures, furnishings, and finishes used throughout the renovation. That resource collects the products and materials we used, organized by room, so it’s handy whether you’re recreating a similar look or just tracking down a specific item.
Here’s a screenshot from the start of that source list page so you can get a sense of how it’s organized and what it contains:
Below are links to individual posts that dive deeper into specific parts of the renovation. Each post includes additional photos, design notes, and before-and-after comparisons to help you understand the scope of the work and the decisions we made.
- Front porch makeover — a detailed look at how we refreshed the entry to boost curb appeal and durability.
- Back of the duplex before & after — transformation shots that show exterior improvements and landscape updates.
- Bedrooms & bathrooms — finished room reveals with paint, trim, and storage solutions.
- More baths, bedrooms, & hallways — additional angles and styling choices that shaped the interiors.
- Living rooms & dining rooms — before-and-after images that show how layout and lighting changed the spaces.
- Two finished kitchen reveals — a side-by-side comparison of finishes, cabinetry, and appliance layouts.
- Mudrooms & laundry rooms — practical design details that improve function for guests and owners alike.
- Bonus sleeping nooks, linen closet, & locked owner’s closet — small but important storage and sleeping solutions we added.
- Backyards: patios, sheds, outdoor showers, etc. — outdoor features that enhance the rental experience and property usability.
If you enjoyed the tour and want to explore specific spaces further, start with the rooms that caught your eye in the video and then consult the corresponding post for photos and sourcing. The combination of the video walkthrough, detailed posts, and the compiled source list should give you everything needed to understand the renovation approach and recreate similar results.
Thanks for following along on this duplex renovation journey. Whether you’re here for design inspiration, practical renovation tips, or the before-and-after drama, the full tour and supplemental posts aim to be helpful, honest, and easy to use as you plan your own projects.