Sandy Dunes BeachFront Cottage - Beach Front

On the beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
4.1
Excellent(28 Reviews)

Cottage in Norfolk, VA

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
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About this cottage rental

This 1940 era beach front cottage sits directly on the beautiful beach of the Chesapeake Bay, just behind a beautiful protective dune.

It features 3 bedrooms and one bathroom. We have all the amenities that will allow you and your family to enjoy the beach and create wonderful memories.

We are Pet Friendly with hardwood floors throughout the home. We still have the original hardwood floors so clean up after the little ones is a Breeze! Both the little two legged ones and the 4 Legged ones!

Our beach cottage has a large yard just before you get to the beach. We have a private driveway that will allow for 2 vehicles. We have a 75" Large Smart TV along with High Speed WiFi for your streaming tv entertainment. The beach is about a 20 second walk from the back door. We also have a washer/dryer for your convenience.

Our back deck allows for a very relaxing place to enjoy the little ones and your 4 legged family members. Enjoy the beautiful views of the beach/bay on our outdoor furniture and enjoy our charcoal grill for those outdoor cooking events! We also have a fire pit where you can sit outside and enjoy a campfire!

This property is a bit dated as it was built during the 1940's. All systems and appliances work as they should; this is a vintage cottage on the bay that exhibits the historical architecture and features of yesterday. As such, this older home may not be for everyone. We do strive to make these older homes as comfortable, clean and cozy as possible. However it is not perfect in every way - some floors are not perfectly level, some windows do not open easily, some trim is missing around the back deck, interior doors and locks are a bit older - if these items are important to you, maybe another unit would be more suitable.

That being said, our location can not be beat! Parking is right outside your door. There is a small unit above this cottage in the “attic” space. Those guests have their own entrance/exit and nothing is shared. Except the backyard and the beach!

Even with a thorough modernization the property is a historical home that is now over 100 years old. It has some eccentricities that reflect building standards and designs from the turn of the last century that lends to its charm as an older beach cottage. But even so, we hope that you will love our older and charming home.

Quiet hours begin at 9 PM.

This is a Family/Residential unit and area. No loud music or noise. There is another unit carved out of the attic. Each unit has its own entrance and exit, only the backyard and beach is shared.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden

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Reviews

4.1
Excellent(28 Reviews)
4.1
star 5 empty
Jul 2024
You can’t beat the location! A short walk through the sand dunes and you are on a quiet, secluded beach. No crowds here. The house was as described and had everything we needed for our stay. We enjoyed hanging out around the fire pit and cooking hot dogs. Everything you need is within a 2 mile radius including a grocery store and ice cream. 7-11 is right across the street. We would definitely stay again.
4.1
star 5 empty
Jul 2024
Check in and out process was a breeze. Location is decent for resturaunts, there are multiple grocery and convenience store within a 10 min drive. Literally walk out back and over the dunes and you are at the beach. The house is as said in description. Could tell that the owner cares about reviews all the negative ones from previous years have been addressed. Only bummer for us personally was the listing that there was a blender(only because we like our protien smoothies in the morning). There is also no remote for the T.V. this was not by any means a deal breaker because we try to have a no electronics rule on family trips. This place is perfect if you are wanting a relaxing beach vacation and you want to bring your fur babies!
4.1
star 5 empty
Aug 2023
Location is the ONLY perk to this property. Upon arrival we found the place to be minimally tidy and the smell of mold. It isn't adequately stocked with even a counter cleaner, toliet paper, paper towels, 3 forks.I asked if we could be provided with a few things including batteries for thermostat that were low, few fans (place does not properly cool) She was out of town and told me to buy whatever I needed to make our stay better and she would reimburse, which she did. I kept the purchase under $75 but could have easily spent $500 plus. I changed out the moldy shower curtain and bleached the bathroom. Fridge upon arrival was 56 degrees, we fixed it temporarily, has needed maintenance for quite sometime, cleaned all mold out of it. AC UNIT not maintenanced. Filter filthy. Pictures were taken and sent. There is NOTHING comfortable about this home.Manager agreed home has been neglected, due to owner waiting to demo and build new and need to be careful with money going into it. Kathleen is friendly, as I asked to check in 2 days earlier as there was no one booked, she graciously accepted us. The additional nights were direct booking and wondering where all the money is going to, because its not going into your stay. "Budget" is the motto here, but basics are not being met. $2,400 for 5 nights is not a budget stay here given the inside living conditions. My heart hurts for this home on such a pretty beach
4.1
star 5 empty
Nov 2022
After communicating with person who maintained property not very good service this holiday had been planned for a year to have to cut it short from a week to 2 nights as house was unfit to rent out ....had coachroaches in all the rooms when I told the maintenance man he just said they are bugs ...having 5 lady's sleeping there not a nice experience ...we tried to get money back but he has still declined after paying nearly 23000 dollors very bad experience ...
4.1
star 5 empty
Sep 2022
Very beautiful views, peaceful surroundings very well kept & furnished to one’s pleasure for a relaxing time away from life’s struggles that offers total comfort along with a two thumbs up in customer support! This location was one of my absolute favorites & I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway that offers a private slice of heaven onto a more private area of beach just out back! The views listed are accurate but seeing for one’s self are breathtaking! I’ll definitely be returning in the near future! Jim
4.1
star 5 empty
Sep 2022
When we walked in, we smelled mold and mildew. The bathroom sink stopped up within half hour. The house is poorly maintained and feels held together with duck tape. I felt grimy and unable to relax. The deck area had rotten wood and the deck itself had black all over that looked like mold or mildew. We complained to the host and she moved us out to one of her other properties to finish our reservation nights. Vintage charm with somethings that are not perfect is fine. This house is not that. We felt misled. Waaay too pricey for what is it. A nearby beach does not make up for it.
4.1
star 5 empty
Aug 2022
Exactly what we expected based on the listing. Biggest perk is the location. Great beach, low key, not crowded and extremely close to the property. Accommodations were as described by others. Minimal, fairly well worn, but all that's really needed for a family wanting easy access to the beach. Will likely come back.
4.1
star 5 empty
Apr 2022
We had a great time in our little blue house on the beach. Great location. We had plenty of room for 4 people. Great kitchen. We just wished the weather was better. I would recommend this house to family and friends.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Norfolk?

The average price for a rental in Norfolk is $193 per night. This rental is $261 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Sandy Dunes BeachFront Cottage - Beach Front. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Sandy Dunes BeachFront Cottage - Beach Front pet friendly?

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

What amenities are available at Sandy Dunes BeachFront Cottage - Beach Front?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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