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Book Shifting Sands | Sandbridge Beach Vacation Rental

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You can look forward to golfing on site, a water park, and laundry facilities at Book Shifting Sands | Sandbridge Beach Vacation Rental. Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking at this vacation home. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101050 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Book Shifting Sands | Sandbridge Beach Vacation Rental

  • Welcome to Shifting Sands!

    This charming 4-bedroom, 2-full bath Beach Cottage is just steps from the beach! Enjoy the beautiful sunrise on the spacious screened-in front deck with extra seating. Fully equipped kitchen just off the cozy living area with bar top! Offers just the right amount of space for you and the family to unwind. The underdeck is spacious for entertaining or just relaxing after a fun day at the beach, with a gas grill, an outdoor shower, and plenty of parking space if needed. Don't forget your furry friend!

    This newly renovated beach cottage features all new appliances, central air conditioning throughout, a new roof, two new couches in the living room, flat-screen TVs in all bedrooms and the living room, new LVP flooring, and horseshoe pits along with cornhole boards. If you're looking for a beach house with old-school charm, this is for you.
    This property is pet-friendly! The pet fee is $250 for the first dog and $200 for an additional dog. Please let us know if you’ll be bringing a dog with you so we can add the applicable pet fee to your reservation.

    3Q, 4T

    Listed below are all of the standard features available within our properties unless otherwise noted.
    Cable TV
    Free Wifi
    Combo Keurig/Drip style coffee pot.
    Central Air Conditioning
    Fully Equipped Kitchen
    Washer and Dryer
    High Speed Internet Access
    Pillows and Quilts
    Towels Provided
    Linens Provided
    Deck Furniture
    BBQ Grill

    25 and older to reserve for family vacations only.
    No events
    No parties
    ALL PROPERTIES ARE NON-SMOKING

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Unit size: 1,050 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
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
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

About the area

Located in Sandbridge, a neighborhood in Virginia Beach, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. Hell's Point Golf Club and Regal Strawbridge Marketplace are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sandbridge Beach and Virginia Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Virginia Beach Sportsplex or Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach. Windsurfing, surfing/body boarding, and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring nearby. Visit our Virginia Beach travel guide
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Virginia Beach, VA

What's nearby

  • A wooden pier extending into the ocean with waves lapping at its base.
    Sandbridge Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Two blue and yellow aircraft flying in formation against a blue sky with clouds.
    Naval Air Station Oceana
    17 min drive - 17.4 km
  • A boardwalk with benches, a hotel, and a clear blue sky.
    Virginia Beach Boardwalk
    21 min drive - 22.1 km
  • A modern building with reflective glass windows, a sign reading "HALL C", and a paved walkway with greenery and bollards.
    Virginia Beach Convention Center
    25 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach
    25 min drive - 31.3 km

Getting around

  • Virginia Beach Station
    26 min drive
  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF)
    40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sedona Taphouse
    15 min drive
  • Señor Fox Mexican Bar & Grill
    15 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    15 min drive
  • Red Robin
    15 min drive
  • Blue Pete's Restaurant
    15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Book Shifting Sands | Sandbridge Beach Vacation Rental pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Book Shifting Sands | Sandbridge Beach Vacation Rental?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Book Shifting Sands | Sandbridge Beach Vacation Rental?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Book Shifting Sands | Sandbridge Beach Vacation Rental located?

Located in Sandbridge, this vacation home is steps from Virginia Beach and Sandbridge Beach. False Cape Beach is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

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Book Shifting Sands | Sandbridge Beach Vacation Rental Reviews

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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

6.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful family vacation at the Shifting Sands just steps away from the Molly Cooper entrance to the beach. The property managers were responsive. The screened porch captured the ocean breezes. The beds were comfortable. The outdoor shower on the lower level was a bonus when returning from the beach with sandy grandchildren. We would gladly return to this cozy cottage.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great Location

Great location, steps away from beach access. Good space for family & dogs. Seems like an effort is being made to update the property but there’s a lot to be done. Overall clean, but bathrooms need updating.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great Visit.

The property management company was very communicative and great. We reached out with 2 little issues and they we're on it within minutes. The house is nothing fancy but we didn't pay for fancy and we were thrilled to bring our dogs along this year. It could have been a little cleaner and a little less cluttered but it had everything we needed and the location was prime. It was obvious efforts were taken to spruce it up a bit and they were cute and appreciated. The beds are not King size as the listing stated. All and all our group had a great visit.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Surprising little view

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time and appreciated being able to bring our dogs. The house is perfectly situated by the beach access very close. There was a surprising nice little view of the ocean from the screened porch- where we spent almost all of our time when we were not on the beach. Beds were comfy and kitchen fully stocked. Clean when we arrived. Plenty of linens and towels. Appreciated the extra fans. Only one issue was the laundry room and outdoor shower had so many large spiders. We still used them, but had to be careful and go in armed with the broom. Otherwise wonderful and would book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The Best Sisters Trip!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Love love love Shifting Sands!! Spent a wonderful week steps from ocean in Sandbridge with my 2 sisters. Plenty of room and well appointed kitchen & LOVE the screened poorch!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beach week

Beach access extremely convenient great week !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Stay at Shifting Sands

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our stay at Shifting Sands. It was a comfortable beach house located a short walk to the beach. The kitchen was well furnished and the house had everything we needed. We enjoyed the screened-in porch with its partial view of the ocean. The porch and the side yard were also great for our dog. We want to make a special shout-out to the owner of the property and the staff of Ocean Sands Rental for accommodating us when our dog took sick eating things from the beach and we asked to extend our stay multiple times. They were very understanding and willing to work with us.We would definitely go back to Shifting Sands. The beach has miles of beautiful sand and the area has lots of attractions nearby.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach house

Amazing location, just a humble beach house. Clean. Lots of games, puzzles, boogie boards, beach toys provided. We had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I seriously loved this house so much that I want to buy it. The location is amazing; it felt like oceanfront. The interior had everything we needed for our family. I've been coming to Sandbridge for nearly thirty years. My regret is not finding this gem sooner. Well done!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Great Location, not clean

The house is 'charming' or a bit on the old side but the location is great. There were a couple of issues that the rental company took car of quickly. Its a pet friendly rental and there were piles of fur under beds and sofa. Big, big piles!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

First time to Sandbridge

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Liked the shorter drive from Pgh(past 32 yrs. had gone to Cape Hatteras)and no large dunes to cross. House was older and in need of updating(mattresses were terrible, rust in different spots in bathrooms due to no exhaust fans, no food storage at all). Too many decor items...$ should be spent on improvements lists above
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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

Disappointed

Property was dirty when we arrived. When brought up to the management company on day 1, it took 48 hours to get it cleaned. The cleaners remarked that it "looked like it hadn't been cleaned in a while." Just imagine sand and dog hair on the floor when you walk into the house at check-in after encountering a welcome mat that had matted dog hair all over it from different dogs. I hope the owner wasn't paying cleaning fees for each renter all this time. For this, we were given a refund of an amount a little higher than their internal cleaning fee. Website advertised 3 King beds in the house. The beds are queen beds, not King beds. This is the biggest and most alarming problem we had with this stay. We received no refund for this issue. Simply put, we would not have stayed at this property at all if it was advertised accurately. We gave the mgmt company 2 weeks to make this right and after going back and forth (they prefer a text string as communication), we were told there was nothing else that could be done. This is the worst customer service for a beach house issue I've ever experienced. Owner deserves to have a new mgmt company. We had to ask for the code for the bottom door where the beach equipment and washer/dryer were. Nobody seemed to know it initially and ultimately someone found out the code - annoying. We were given a partially used roll of toilet paper on check-in. Gross. All blankets not on beds smelled like mold and we washed them twice.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beach Vacation Getaway!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This property is exactly what my family was looking for. We needed a pet friendly beach house that was close to the beach. This property is semi oceanfront and was clean and upkept. The property management company was very responsive and professional. We will definitely rent this property again next year!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Original Beach Cottage in Ideal Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Fantastic R&R during perfect September weather! Great view, easily accessible beach right across street for our 85 YO mother, and we (esp she) loved the screened porch. Turns out she stayed at this same house 7 years ago with my brother and sister-in-law - they loved it then too! Dog enjoyed it too :)
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

perfect location

great place to stay - perfect access to beach - not alot of traffic, good size lot, great parking for 6 cars -
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Unclean, no Wifi and poorly maintained!!!

This property was so unclean that we had to clean all surfaces and bathrooms before unpacking. Piles of dog hair and peanuts were found in two of the bedrooms in the corners of the rooms and under the beds. The bathroom toilets needed to be cleaned before use. The screened in porch had no screen on the door and other areas of the screens were torn open. The carpets in one bathroom were so unclean we rolled them up and didn't use them. The door mat had small nails sticking up which could have cut someone barefooted so we removed that as well. We emailed about the Wifi and none of the four tech savvy adults were able to get the wifi to work. I would think VRBO would cancel this property for it did not meet minimal standards. I have a VRBO property and I would never allow such filth.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location, property needs work

The house was in a great location almost on the beach but the house is a bit run down. We had an electrical failure and the dishwasher died while we were there. The maintenance people were easy to contact and very quick to respond though. The house was not clean especially the dust everywhere.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022