Title: Sandcastles Beach House - Duneside: On PEI's Best Beach! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sandcastles Beach House - Duneside: On PEI's Best Beach! Lakefront cottage with kitchen and balcony ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34410000/34401300/34401273/4a353846.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34410000/34401300/34401273/3ba0206a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Golf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34410000/34401300/34401273/413b3dca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34410000/34401300/34401273/1682f394.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34410000/34401300/34401273/4b5b9430.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At Sandcastles Beach House, you can unwind on your deck overlooking the dunes and take in the beach's sandy expanse. With a fully-equipped kitchen, washer & dryer, and Wi-fi available in each unit, this beautifully finished pine beach house is perfect for relaxing with loved ones. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sandcastles Beach House - Duneside: On PEI's Best Beach! With Sandcastles Beach House a mere three minute walk along the path to the finest beach on the island and our beach's sandy, broad expanse and gentle slope it is perfect for relaxing and unwinding. You can walk for hours and never run out of beach. From your deck you can take in our spectacular dunes and you'll see the surf conditions so you'll know if it's a smooth swimming or a boogie board kind of day. In addition, we are in the enviable position of being the only rental having MacKay Pond border its lawn so you'll see eagles, herons, osprey and cormorants all day and end it all with blazing sunsets dancing off our waters. No neighbors separate you from your view of the dunes. Staying at Sandcastles is like having a series of natural works of art offered up to you all day long. Sandcastles Beach House is a beautifully finished pine beach house with two independent units: Duneside and Meadowside. Each unit has two bedrooms, a full bath, washer & dryer and a fully-equipped kitchen, including dishwasher. Sandcastles easily fills the needs of everyone from individual couples to groups of up to 14 celebrating reunions of families or groups of friends. We can customize in this way because we have two units which are adjoining and yet fully private and self-contained. So you can rent just one side and soak up all the beauty our location offers. Or, if you are with a larger group you can rent both sides, sharing meals and good times when you choose and yet still have the freedom to enjoy the privacy of dining and relaxing in your own unit. If you wish to book Duneside, please do so here. If you wish to book both Duneside and Meadowside, please book Duneside here and Meadowside on our other listing: "Sandcastles Beach House - Meadowside: Special Springtime Offer!" (also found under Darnley, PEI). We supply all modern conveniences including Wi-fi, a 55" 4K UHD Smart TV with Chromecast and satelitte, and we have a convenient, fully private outdoor shower. Sandcastles Beach House is minutes from 8 golf courses, deep-sea fishing, fine dining and galleries. You'll be pleasantly surprised with our prices. Our rates are in Canadian dollars and include taxes. We do not charge extra for additional guests (up to 7 per side). So....be sure to check the final cost of other sites when comparing. Our guests tell us that Sandcastles is "enchanting" and our location is "breathtaking". We hope that you'll visit Sandcastles Beach House and create memories that will last a lifetime. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea - On a lake ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78610000/78605600/78605547/3ce8a3ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Renovated family cottage; walk to amazing beach, short drive to golf & town Sea View - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 24 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=78605547&PinnedHotelID=78605547&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33660000/33656400/33656312/56b18da7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spectacular white sandy beach, Gorgeous, Sleeps 10 DARNLEY - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=33656312&PinnedHotelID=33656312&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45980000/45970900/45970883/7e9f9d8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wavie Waters Cottage! - King bed, Kayaks, Centrally located, stunning views. 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Please empty the garbage before checking out. Carefully sort garbage, compost and returnables according to posted guidelines. Please close windows before going out for the day if there is threat of rain. Do not drive or park beyond the parking pads as this would damage the septic system. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: We are family friendly! ### Events No events allowed No large gatherings please. ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Note from host: No large gatherings please. Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C46.55838%2C-63.63532&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NV78yajzLcSGEHz9rc5j2dDdBGc=) Darnley, PE #### What's nearby - Burlington Amusement Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Anne of Green Gables Museum - 13 min drive - 10.9 km - Prince Edward Island National Park - 37 min drive - 36.8 km - Green Gables Heritage Place - 38 min drive - 36.8 km - Cavendish Beach - 39 min drive - 36.8 km #### Getting around - Charlottetown, PE (YYG) - 58 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Malpeque Oyster Barn - ‬14 min drive - ‪Ship to Shore Restaurant & Lounge - ‬7 min drive - ‪Seashell Motel - ‬11 min drive - ‪Twin Shores Cafe - ‬12 min drive - The Kitchen Witch Tea Room ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sandcastles Beach House - Duneside: On PEI's Best Beach! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Sandcastles Beach House - Duneside: On PEI's Best Beach!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sandcastles Beach House - Duneside: On PEI's Best Beach!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Sandcastles Beach House - Duneside: On PEI's Best Beach! located? > Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Burlington Amusement Park and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Darnley Greens Golf Course. Malpeque Outer Range Lighthouse and Keir Memorial Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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