[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem \[Home Share per VA Beach Zoning\] Family-friendly beachfront vacation home near First Landing State Park ![Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27060000/27051000/27050979/7ad073bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![On the beach, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27060000/27051000/27050979/dce28f64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27060000/27051000/27050979/f492f6e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27060000/27051000/27050979/7b83694b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27060000/27051000/27050979/a311c219.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Sandswept, a luxurious oceanfront Smart Home in Virginia Beach's quiet residential neighborhood. Unwind on the rooftop deck with panoramic views of the widest beach or explore four levels of mid-century charm. This historic property offers ample space for large groups, spa-like bathrooms with aeromassage tubs and chromatherapy, two spacious exterior showers and numerous outdoor spaces to enjoy nature. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 123100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - - Parking available - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer ## 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. ### Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem \[Home Share per VA Beach Zoning\] 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 allergies ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 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 - Ice maker - Kitchenette - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - 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 - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - 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 - 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 - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed - 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 mall - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - 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 - Snorkeling 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 - Bicycle storage - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Composting - Comprehensive food waste policy - 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: 3,100 square feet - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![On the beach, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32600000/32591100/32591017/16aed2b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oceanfront House on the beach at Croatan Dam Neck - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.0 Very good 117 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=32591017&PinnedHotelID=32591017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33510000/33501400/33501303/14496239.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Executive Oceanfront Retreat Dam Neck - 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Northwest - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 61 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=33908521&PinnedHotelID=33908521&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 12:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 30 ### Check-out Check-out before 12:00 PM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you complete the following before checking out: Load and start the dishwasher Strip any used beds and gather used towels Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash Turn off the lights Take duvets out of their covers and leave duvets on the beds. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules 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. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets 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 ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted No smoking allowed inside, or near an open window ## 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 Long-term renters welcome This property uses solar and geothermal energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 Property Registration Number 514334 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 5-star Ocean Front Architectural Gem Green Travel Award Winner 5 star Ocean Front Architectural Gem Green Travel Award Winner 5-star Ocean Front Architectural Gem Green Travel Award Winner House Award Winning Architectural Gem on the Ocean Front 5 star Ocean Front Architectural Gem Green Travel Award Winner 5 star Ocean Front Architectural Gem Green Travel Award Winner ## 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%7C36.90873%2C-75.99241&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=I8b09oTeb3VXWXUE3Pbg-WhIUQ8=) Virginia Beach, VA #### What's nearby - First Landing State Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Cape Henry Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 3.1 km - Virginia Beach Boardwalk - 7 min drive - 5.3 km - Neptune Statue - 8 min drive - 6.6 km - Virginia Beach Convention Center - 10 min drive - 9.0 km #### Getting around - Virginia Beach Station - 8 min drive - Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 22 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Pocahontas Pancake House - ‬7 min drive - ‪Arbuckle’s - ‬6 min drive - ‪Mellow Mushroom Virginia Beach - ‬7 min drive - ‪Orion’s Roof - ‬6 min drive - ‪TASTE - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem [Home Share per VA Beach Zoning] pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem [Home Share per VA Beach Zoning]? > Check-in begins at 12:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem [Home Share per VA Beach Zoning]? > Check-out is at 12:00 PM. ### Where is Award Winning Ocean Front Architectural Gem [Home Share per VA Beach Zoning] located? > Nestled on the beach, this Northeast Virginia Beach vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of First Landing State Park, Atlantic University, and Edgar Cayce's Association for Research and Enlightenment. Cape Henry Memorial and Cape Henry Lighthouse are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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