Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem [Home Share per VA Beach Zoning]

Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Shower, jetted tub, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer
Interior
5.0
Outstanding(191 Reviews)

House in Virginia Beach, VA

12 guests · 4 bedrooms · 6 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this house rental

This luxurious oceanfront Smart Home has stunning views of the widest beach in north end of Virginia Beach. In a quiet residential neighborhood, this property feels like a private refuge from the moment you round the corner of the driveway—truly a place to get away from it all!

Inspired by the 1953 Norfolk residency of Frank Lloyd Wright, this family property was designed by local architect, Herbert Smith, and built in 1955. The home is registered on the Virginia Beach Historic Register. Mid-century aesthetics were retained when updating in 2006. The owners—the daughter and grandson of the original owners—continue to uphold the tradition of southern hospitality.

This home is tucked away in the middle of the block in a quiet residential neighborhood, off a cul de sac. Sandswept provides a perfect retreat for families. However, it is not suitable for noisy gatherings of unrelated adults. Residents on our street value the quiet serenity of this special area.

Awarded a Star Award by Virginia Green Travel, this eco friendly home was fully renovated in 2006 to comply with Energy Star and LEED ReGreen standards. By using non-toxic laundry and cleaning products and having no VOCs in the furniture and finishes, this is a wonderful home for anyone with chronic allergies or asthma.

The Home
• a split level mid-century home with 3,100 square feet on four levels, two patios and two decks. Ample space to gather together and to separate for moments of quiet reflection. Three flights of steps and no elevator make this inaccessible for the handicapped.
• a rooftop deck with “the best view in Virginia Beach” to view dolphins, sunrises, sunsets and full moons. The rooftop room and deck can only be accessed via a spiral staircase.
• Cook on the deck with the electric grill or prepare more complex meals in the kitchen and send food in the dumb waiter.
• 2 full spa-like bathrooms have luxurious jetted tubs that provide air massage and chromatherapy. Toilets are in “water closets” separated from bathing area.
• Smart Home with whole house audio, Lutron automatic shades and lighting, with dimmers to create mood lighting whenever and wherever you want
• High speed WiFi, two Smart TVs with Firesticks, and one DVD player
• Port-a-crib, Pack and Play, highchair, booster chair, infant seat for dining and outdoor swingset, diaper pail and training toilet are available for toddlers; please request in advance
• No smoking inside or within 20 feet of an open window
• Protect indoor air quality by leaving leave outside shoes at the door.

Copy and paste this link to a website with a slide show and 3D Virtual Tour to visualize the layout of this multi-level home.: https://spw.virtualtidewater.com/sites/bejjbmg/unbranded

The Beach
• Two beach carts make it easy to carry small children and chairs etc to the beach
• Two exterior showers with hot and cold water to easily clean off the sand from the beach
• 10' x10' shade canopy provides shade for 5-8 people – easy to assemble and weighs only 8#

The Grounds
• high-speed EV charger for guests with electric vehicles
• swing set for the kids protected from winter winds and summer sun
• four to six parking places depending on size of vehicles—an unusual luxury in this part of Virginia Beach
• certified Backyard Wildlife Habitat that attracts and feed birds, butterflies and other wildlife
• solar and wind powered clothes dryer to imbue your clothes with the fresh smell of the sea

Dogs
• Dogs permitted on a case-by-case basis, with an extra pet fee per dog
• A shaded, fenced dog yard can be shared with owner’s dogs
• Dogs are allowed on the beach before 10:00 a.m. and after 6:00 p.m. in the summer and anytime the rest of the year.

Nearby amenities
• the widest beach in Virginia Beach, accessible via a city maintained boardwalk
• two blocks away: entrance to walking paths in First Landing State Park
• 3 miles: The Resort is an easy bike ride along the access road
• 6 miles: The Virginia Aquarium, Auto World Bumper Cars and Ocean Breeze Water Park
• Day Trips: Busch Gardens, Water Country and historic Williamsburg, Yorktown and Jamestown are an hour away

Non-toxic cleaning to preserve indoor air quality
• Eco friendly non-toxic cleaning products safe for people and pets
• Hypoallergenic laundry detergent strips free of paraben and phosphate to wash all pillow cases, shams and duvet covers between each set of guests
• Refillable hand and shower soap dispensers with hypoallergenic soaps
• Eco friendly tablets to clean dishwasher and toilets
• Natural pest control such as diatomaceous earth, borax, essential oils, and ultrasonic pest repellers instead of toxic pesticides

The upper four floors are dedicated to our guests. The ground floor is occupied by the owner who resides on the property whenever it is rented and shares common spaces such as laundry, Zoom Room and swing set. We offer round-the-clock assistance when needed but otherwise respect our guests’ privacy. Our guests often note appreciation for our sharing this unique family home.

Keywords: Oceanfront, Private, Quiet, exclusive Northend Virginia Beach, Award winning Green Vacation Rental, awesome views, Perfect for Family Vacations, quiet beach retreat, good for those with asthma or allergies

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Virginia Beach, VA

Reviews

5.0
Outstanding(191 Reviews)
5.0
Aug 2024
The property seemed clean and roomy upon checkin and was very close to the private beaches in the North End and within a 25-minute bike ride to the boardwalk area, offering the best of both private and public beach area access. This was ideal for our group and Gayle seemed very friendly. However, as the week went on our beach vacation took a turn for the worse. We began to find bugs in the house, which initially the owner told us they were just "water bugs" although they didn't seem to be any type of water bug we had ever seen (nor were they around water) but as the week went on we found more and more and it turned out they were in fact American cockroaches. This ultimately ended up ruining our stay as more popped up in bedrooms and living areas. While the Owner continued to not be concerned (told us to spray peppermint spray), when we caught and showed her the live bugs she did take responsibility eventually and agreed to give us a partial refund to make up for it since it was a known issue prior to our stay, although she said not to that level. She was to take measures to alleviate the issue and I hope she did! Overall, we enjoyed our vacation (until towards the end) and the house was beautiful. However; there were way too many rules for normal vacationers to follow and sharing laundry with the Owner wasn't great. It also became apparent that she does not wash her provided bedding - so make sure to bring all your own from fitted sheet to comforters to all pillowcases!!!
5.0
Jun 2024
The house was wonderful and the location was perfect. It is a great house for a large group. There were 12 of us - 6 adults and 6 teenagers. We had room to spread out and the views were fantastic. It was so nice to be right by the beach. We came for a family vacation with our children and grandchildren to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary. We would all like to come back again! Gayle was a wonderful host and available for any questions we had. We all enjoyed our stay. Thank you, Gayle!
5.0
May 2024
The house was very large , lots of room for everyone to spread out. We loved the location, right on the beach great for walking.
5.0
May 2024
The property was perfect for our celebration of a family birthday. Rare location offering retreat feel with plenty of natural habitat for birds and other visitors while also overlooking the ocean. Plenty of room to spread out or gather to enjoy each others company. Thank you for sharing this property!
5.0
Apr 2024
The house was very unique and comfortable, getting to know it was like slowly opening a beautiful puzzle box. Everything we needed was there, all well thought out and the host was close by with easy and pleasant help.
5.0
Mar 2024
Wow - this house was so cool! We loved all the updated features, rain shower, heated floors, and heated towel rack. The Pelican Room was a favorite of ours, and the kids loved the playground. The walk to the beach was easy and the views were beautiful. We were so grateful for the extra time extended to our family, as well. When we come back to VA Beach, we know exactly where we are staying!
5.0
Nov 2023
Great property with lots of space for a group to spread out. All details provided and the view is unbeatable. Loved listening to the waves from my bed. Thanks Gayle!
5.0
Nov 2023
This is our favorite beach house for late Fall family gatherings.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Virginia Beach?

The average price for a rental in Virginia Beach is $330 per night. This rental is $828 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem [Home Share per VA Beach Zoning]. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem [Home Share per VA Beach Zoning]. Enjoy the water!

Is Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem [Home Share per VA Beach Zoning] pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem [Home Share per VA Beach Zoning]?

We found 14 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.

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