Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem [Home Share per VA Beach Zoning]
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Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem [Home Share per VA Beach Zoning]
Virginia Beach, Virginia, 23451
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Wi-Fi in public areas
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Surfing
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Property Description
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 up 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
• several SunShades and a 10' x10' shade canopy – 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
• Parking for four SUVs or six cars 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 imbue your clothes with the fresh smell of the sea
Dogs
• Dogs permitted on a case-by-case basis, with an extra pet fee
• 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 and shares common spaces such as laundry, Zoom Room (reserve in advance of need) 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 allergiesAbout pets:Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total).Pets allowed on case by case basis with extra fee..About checkOut:Check out before 12:00 PM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.Toddler swing seat, high chair, booster seat, crib.About customRules:Non-compliance to House Rules in Lease and Addendum 1 will result in removal from property with no refund. You MUST provide an accurate guest count..This is a quiet residential neighborhood at all times so merry-making shall either get quiet or come inside after 10:00 p.m.,Shoes worn outside must not be worn inside..About checkIn:Check in after 12:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.No smoking allowed inside, or near an open window.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 30.About events:No events allowed.
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9.8/10
Cleanliness9.8
Amenities9.8
Location9.8
Service9.8
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Surroundings
Airport: Naval Air Station Oceana
(16.1 km)
Airport: Norfolk International Airport
(20.3 km)
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14
4 Bedrooms Private Vacation Home
4 bedrooms: 1 bunk bed 2 single beds 3 queen beds and 1 double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
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Guest Reviews
9.8/10
Outstanding
25 reviews

- Cleanliness9.8
- Amenities9.8
- Location9.8
- Service9.8
Average for similar properties in Virginia Beach

Guest User
July 28, 2025

Beautiful Beach Home
Comfortable and well equipped home for our family of 11. Convenience to the nicest beach on the North End is unparalleled. The view from the rooftop deck is amazing. Highly recommend.

Guest User
June 30, 2025

Fantastic location!!
This house was perfect for our family of 8. The location of this gorgeous home, the layout, and amenities were perfect for all the adults and kids. The beach is more private, which we preferred, than staying closer to the *****, which is just a short drive down the street. Thank you Gayle for sharing your amazing home with us.

Guest User
June 12, 2025

Sandswept is the one!
The house has so much character. The design, the neighborhood, the spaces both indoor and outdoor, the views from the windows, patio and balcony, nestled against the dunes, all together create a wonderful venue for a beach getaway. We had a multigenerational family reunion, ages 4 to 98 and everyone loved Sandswept.

Guest User
June 21, 2025

Loved It
Loved everything about this property and the owner!

Guest User
October 3, 2024

A Virginia Beach oasis!
The house was uniquely stunning and comfortable for our large group of friends! Gayle was responsive and accommodating. I can’t recommend the stay enough!

Guest User
August 5, 2024

Nice location, very roomy and quick access to the beach but...
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!!!

Guest User
May 18, 2024

ODU Graduation
The house was very large , lots of room for everyone to spread out. We loved the location, right on the beach great for walking.

Guest User
May 15, 2024

85th Birthday Celebration
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!

Guest User
August 18, 2024

Amazing Hostess with a fantastic property.
Week get together with old friends, lots of room, great parking, fantastic location. We will return.
Services & Amenities
Most popular amenities
Wi-Fi in public areas
Golf course
Off-site
Snorkeling
Off-site
Surfing
Off-site
Horse riding
Off-site
Hiking
Off-site
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Health & wellness
Golf course
Off-site
Hiking
Off-site
Kayaking
Off-site
Parasailing
Off-site
Horse riding
Off-site
Sailing
Off-site
Snorkeling
Off-site
Motorized water sports equipment
Surfing
Off-site
Activities
Gaming area
Fishing
Off-site
Eco tours
Off-site
Public areas
BBQ
No smoking in public areas
Garden
Cleaning services
Clothes dryer
Facilities for children
Kids' board games/puzzles
Accessibility
Stair-free main entrance
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: after 12:00
Check-out: Before 12:00
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
Please contact the hotel for details about crib and extra bed policies.
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 30 years old
Property host

Gayle
Speaks: English, French, Turkish
About this property
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 up 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
• several SunShades and a 10' x10' shade canopy – 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
• Parking for four SUVs or six cars 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 imbue your clothes with the fresh smell of the sea
Dogs
• Dogs permitted on a case-by-case basis, with an extra pet fee
• 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 and shares common spaces such as laundry, Zoom Room (reserve in advance of need) 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 allergiesAbout pets:Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total).Pets allowed on case by case basis with extra fee..About checkOut:Check out before 12:00 PM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.Toddler swing seat, high chair, booster seat, crib.About customRules:Non-compliance to House Rules in Lease and Addendum 1 will result in removal from property with no refund. You MUST provide an accurate guest count..This is a quiet residential neighborhood at all times so merry-making shall either get quiet or come inside after 10:00 p.m.,Shoes worn outside must not be worn inside..About checkIn:Check in after 12:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.No smoking allowed inside, or near an open window.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 30.About events:No events allowed.
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About This Property
Nearest Airport | Naval Air Station Oceana |
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Distance to Airport | 16.08KM |
Nearest Train Station | Norfolk Amtrak Station |
Distance to Train Station | 34.34KM |