Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem [Home Share per VA Beach Zoning]
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Popular amenities
- Beach view
- Parking available
- Washer
- Air conditioning
- Kitchen
- Dryer
Explore the area

- First Landing State Park5 min walk
- Neptune Statue6 min drive
- Virginia Beach Boardwalk6 min drive
- Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)22 min drive
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About the area
Virginia Beach
What's nearby
- First Landing State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Cape Henry Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
- Neptune Statue - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
- Virginia Beach Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
- Virginia Beach Convention Center - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
Getting around
- Virginia Beach Station - 8 min drive
- Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
- Mellow Mushroom - 7 min drive
- Ynot Italian - 12 min drive
- Ray Ray's at the Mayflower - 6 min drive
- Wendy's - 11 min drive
- Pocahontas Pancake House - 7 min drive
About this property
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Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem [Home Share per VA Beach Zoning]
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 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
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Property amenities
Beach
- On the beach
- Beach loungers
Pool/Spa
- Hot tub
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Electric car charging station on site
- Car required
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee grinder
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Ice maker
- Kitchenette
- Lobster/crab pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 3.5 bathrooms
- Bidet
- Hair dryer
- Jetted bathtub
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Books
- DVD player
- Games
- Smart TV
- Stereo
- Video library
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Fenced yard
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
- Printer
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Welcoming dogs only
- 2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- 10 steps to reach entrance
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- In-room accessibility
- Smooth flooring in public areas
- Thin carpet in public areas
- Tile flooring in public areas
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Smoke-free property
- Note from host: No smoking allowed inside, or near an open window
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near a zoo
- Near an outlet shopping centre
- Near the bay
- Near the marina
- Near the ocean
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Bicycle parking
- Water park
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Whale watching nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
- Winery tours nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
General
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Bicycle parking
- Bulk dispensers for toiletries
- Composting
- Comprehensive recycling policy
- Double-glazed windows
- Eco-friendly cleaning products used
- Eco-friendly toiletries
- Electric car charging station
- Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
- Garden
- Geothermal energy
- Grey water recycling system
- Humane treatment of captive wild animals
- Local artist showcase
- Local culture and ecosystem education
- No plastic coffee stirrers
- No plastic drinking straws
- No plastic soft drink bottles
- No plastic water bottles
- Reusable coffee/tea filters
- Reusable cups
- Reusable tableware
- Solar energy
- Unit size: 3,000 square feet
- Water-efficient showers
- Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-out
Special check-in instructions
Pets
- Pets are welcome
- Only dogs are allowed
- Maximum 2 pets Service animals are exempt from fees.
- Note from host: Pets allowed on case by case basis with extra fee.
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Note from host: Toddler swing seat, high chair, booster seat, crib
Important information
You need to know
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses solar and geothermal energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.
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Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem
[Home Share per VA Beach Zoning]?
The closest beach to Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem [Home Share per VA Beach Zoning] is Sandbridge Beach (17.6 km).
Does Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem
[Home Share per VA Beach Zoning] have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Does Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem
[Home Share per VA Beach Zoning] have a waterslide?
No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.
What luxury perks are available at Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem
[Home Share per VA Beach Zoning]?
This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a jetted bath and a living room.
What makes Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem
[Home Share per VA Beach Zoning] a romantic place to stay?
1 hot tub, Jetted bath, and private balconies all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem [Home Share per VA Beach Zoning].
Is Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem
[Home Share per VA Beach Zoning] family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a playground and an arcade, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem [Home Share per VA Beach Zoning] is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a private hot tub at Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem
[Home Share per VA Beach Zoning]?
Yep, there is a hot tub.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem
[Home Share per VA Beach Zoning]?
No, Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem [Home Share per VA Beach Zoning] does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem
[Home Share per VA Beach Zoning]?
Check-in begins at 12:00 PM. Check-out time is 12:00 PM.
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