Sandy Dunes BeachFront Cottage - Beach Front - Norfolk

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6172 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Norfolk, VA

Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)30 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Sandy Dunes BeachFront Cottage - Beach Front

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.

Property manager

George

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Perfect for children, pets and families!

Events

No events allowed

** PLEASE PAY ATTENTION - NO PARTIES ALLOWED!!!!

Pets

Pets allowed

$99 Pet Fee - $300 if not disclosed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Outside Smoking Only

Extra Charges: Early Check-In $75 (if available) at 1 PM Late Check-Out $75 (if available) at 1 PM

Pet Fee is $99 If not disclosed prior to your stay, the pet fee is $300 plus your security deposit. Pets must stay off of bedding and furniture

Check-in is after 4 PM Check-out is before 10 AM. A fee of $45 per hour is charged beginning at 10:05 AM We can not keep the Cleaners Waiting!

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: ** PLEASE PAY ATTENTION - NO PARTIES ALLOWED!!!!

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

North America

Norfolk, VA

Getting around

Norfolk Station - 20 min drive
Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 7 min drive
Azalea Inn Restaurant - 8 min drive
Cap'n Rons Bar & Grill - 4 min drive
Taco Bell - 6 min drive
The Banque - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandy Dunes BeachFront Cottage - Beach Front pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sandy Dunes BeachFront Cottage - Beach Front?

As of 2 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandy Dunes BeachFront Cottage - Beach Front on 6 May 2024 start from AU$853.78, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Sandy Dunes BeachFront Cottage - Beach Front?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sandy Dunes BeachFront Cottage - Beach Front?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sandy Dunes BeachFront Cottage - Beach Front located?

Situated on the beach, this family-friendly cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Norfolk Beaches and within 3 miles (5 km) of Community Beach and Ocean View Beach. Sarah Constant Shrine Beach is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

8.2

Very good

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

4/10 Poor

Jon and Amanda M.

17 Aug 2023

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Home is not OK!

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

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

ellen m.

5 Nov 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Place was not fit for purpose fridge was broken no light in bathroom cockroaches

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 ...

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

James S.

27 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Relaxation

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

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Mary Ann K.

13 Sept 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

No thank you

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Jennifer R.

14 Aug 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Low key beachy

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by George

We are so pleased to be able to offer our beach front property to our fellow travelers. This unit was built in the 1950's and still contains some of the rustic charm of old. We love our older property and hope you will too! Come enjoy and make some wonderful lifelong memories with the family.

Why they chose this property

We are beach front with sand all around. The dune is right out the back door and from the deck you can enjoy the fantastic views of the beach and the bay. We also have a yard where all the little ones can run and play!