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Sandbridge water lovers retreat with beach, pool, canal, and lakes to explore.

Waterfront holiday home with water park and outdoor pool

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Front entrance with stairs to second level and screened porch.
The beautiful, fully renovated kitchen with numerous upgrades.
Gourmet kitchen with expansive island and seating.
Great room for fantastic family gatherings and memory making during vacation!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 140.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer

Explore the area

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  • Place, Sandbridge Beach
  • Place, Ocean Breeze Waterpark
  • Place, Virginia Beach Boardwalk
  • Airport, Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Lower level Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Lower level Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upper level Bunk Bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

Upper level Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upper level queen bedroom

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sandbridge water lovers retreat with beach, pool, canal, and lakes to explore.


"Honu Cove” is named for the majestic cove in Kauai, Hawaii. The motto there is "This is the first day of your life”. Perfect mantra for your family as you make memories that will last a lifetime while relaxing and enjoying the natural setting of Sandbridge Beach. The beautifully and fully renovated waterfront beach home is located on the prestigious north end of Sandbridge, a short 5 minute walk to the beach, and with RARE direct access to beautiful Crystal Lake and Lake Tecumseh. The open concept great room, kitchen with expansive island and dining room give you plenty of space for the whole family, or multiple families. Granite countertops and hardwood along with the tasteful appointments make this a great spot for any family with discriminating taste. Three master bedrooms each with en suite, two king and one queen, along with a queen bedroom, double bunkbed room, and sofa bed make this a perfect multigenerational vacation spot! The screen porch off the great room as well as multiple decks offer both sun and shade to meet the varied needs of your family. The outdoor shower makes clean up after going to the beach a breeze for all. The private lagune style pool complete with waterfall looking into the canals off Back Bay gives a serene mood for your week at the beach. 2 person kayak and row boat are offered to guests at no charge for exploring the canals and nearby lakes to see a variety of wildlife or for fishing. Kids will love to fish off the dock or swim in the pool while adults enjoy the pool table. Also provided at no charge are 4 adult beach cruiser bikes, 2 surf boards, multiple boogie boards, a beach umbrella, beach chairs, and a cart to get your belongings to the beach, so there is something for everyone at Hone Cove!

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Virginia Beach

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Sandbridge, a neighbourhood in Virginia Beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sandbridge Beach and First Landing State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Dam Neck Fleet Training Center, or consider a night out at The Dome. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Virginia Beach, VA

What's nearby

  • Sandbridge Beach - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Naval Air Station Oceana - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Ocean Breeze Waterpark - 13 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center - 13 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Virginia Beach Boardwalk - 15 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

  • Virginia Beach Station - 24 min drive
  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Señor Fox Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Red Robin - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Sandbridge water lovers retreat with beach, pool, canal, and lakes to explore. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Sandbridge water lovers retreat with beach, pool, canal, and lakes to explore. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Sandbridge water lovers retreat with beach, pool, canal, and lakes to explore.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sandbridge water lovers retreat with beach, pool, canal, and lakes to explore. located?

Located in Sandbridge, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Sandbridge Beach and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Dam Neck Fleet Training Center. Shifting Sands Beach and Surfing Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 113 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 113 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patty L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was awesome for our family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is great for families and friends of all ages. Something to do for everyone in our group ages 62-8 years old.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place for our family to relax, swim, enjoy the beach and use Greg’s little boat to explore the area. Greg was very responsive in answering our questions and responding to our needs. We highly recommend it for a wonderful getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place. Fully stocked with beach equipment, bikes, and kayak.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beach house was great! In Sandbridge, there are many beach houses, with some fancier than others. This house is in a great location, right on the end with a dock and access to the quieter side of Sandbridge beach. The owner was very responsive with any requests or questions that we had about the house. There were some ants that were pesky but we resolved the issue (it happens, especially at this time of year). The pictures really tell the story. It is not the newest beach house on the block, but accommodating, remote, and a nice stay for a vacation. We enjoyed it very much! Definitely would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

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

Great vacation.

Super host. Great place to stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

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

Beautiful house

Beautiful home . Everything was perfect the house was well stocked and very clean. Our granddaughter was getting married the house was only 15 mins from the venue. I would definitely rent this house again. The owner is awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron S.

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

Awesome

Very comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Paul W.

Great place with many opportunities to explore or relax

My wife and I invited our children and grandchildren to get together for vacation here in Sandbridge. This home offered plenty of space, a good size pool, lake access for fishing, and close proximity to the beach. Very comfortable and convenient. Owners were very responsive to our questions and provided everything in the home that we needed for a very enjoyable vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

UpfrontMind B.

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

Mind Body Soul Wellness Adventure

All I can say , well there is so much to say but I'll keep it brief. GREG is fabulous and yes I will definitely be back. We did a girls trip for mind body soul wellness.This home was perfect and helped us join in true sisterly bond. Great spacious andd meant everyone s needs. Ii love the neighbor he was our personal dj and didnt know it.. Will definitely come back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Best ever

We had a fabulous stay! This was one of the nicest Vrbo rentals ever. The host was extremely attentive and gracious. Everything was as described. We had 4 generations and enjoyed the pool, the billiards, the well-stocked kitchen, the lagoon and of course the beach. The beach is one of the prettiest beaches and only a 5 minute walk. Super clean house, quiet, absolutely perfect. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karren H.

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

Great Quiet Location

We stayed here for a small family gathering to host a bridal luncheon. Greg was easy to communicate with and stopped by to make sure we had what we needed and give us extra info on places to go, kayaking the canal and walking to the beach. House was very clean and well stocked even with baking items like cupcake pan and juicers. It was an easy 5 minute walk to the beach, but we really enjoyed sitting out back and watching the turtles in the canal. A spiral staircase connects the floors but a wide outdoor staircase up to the second floor right to the kitchen was convenient for carrying everything in. The screened in porch was great with comfortable furniture! Greg was flexible with check in and out times which was wonderful. I would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corie J.

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

Great Family Vacation Spot

The Sandbridge Water Lovers retreat was a good fit for our 4 generation family vacation. We enjoyed the pool. Short walk to the pretty sandbridge beaches and the ocean and a canoe on the lagoon. The kitchen was nice and generally well equipped. Everything was clean. We enjoyed the screen porch and decks too. Thr owner was very accessible by phone. The rental is ina quieter residential part of Sandbridge. I rated accuracy of listing a 4 for 2 reasons. The listing said a kayak and a john boat and it was actually a canoe and a johnboat. The listing indicsted a baby gate which is accurate however the spiral staircase and the pressure gate do not work together. We made it work for our 18 month old grandson by threading the gste through slats in the railing and pushing the coffee table up against the stairway. This faciltiy has lots of stairs invluding the aforementioned spiral staircase inside. If you have mobility issues this would not be a good rental for you. Otherwise we would recommend it and would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is in a great location to both the beach & local restaurants. It was very clean & had everything my family needed to enjoy their stay during my son’s wedding weekend. It was too chilly for the pool but the boys jumped in anyway! The only thing of concern I would note is the indoor winding staircase, inside what is the front entrance, that leads to the kitchen & upstairs bedrooms. It’s difficult to traverse with full hands so I recommend entering the home, and sending someone up to unlock the upstairs door & everyone loading in via the southern stairs. 10/10 would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I had a great long weekend here to celebrate a family wedding. The house was exactly as pictured and equipped with everything we needed for our stay and more! The communication and check-in process with Greg was one of the most seamless experiences I’ve had with an owner. Although we didn’t get to use the pool because of the sudden rainstorms, it was still very nice to look at. Will definitely look to rebook in the future for visits to the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation spot! We enjoyed our stay and the home was wonderful. Will be back again! Thanks for everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, well stocked kitchen, great references for restaurants and activities and a great location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin F.

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

Fantastic!

Fabulous location. Responsive host. Perfect vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie D.

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

Wonderful Family Vacation

Our family enjoyed our stay at Honucove. It was our first time for Sandbridge. House was large enough for our family of 13. Home was clean and had everything we needed. Swimming pool was enjoyed for late afternoon and evenings. Walk wasn’t that long to beach. We enjoyed a quiet neighborhood and plenty of room on beach. It was a Great. Thanks Greg
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wally E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was accurately described. Very well maintained and a great location. The property owner came down to meet us meet week and ensure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Richard H.

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

A nice beach stay.

The description of the property was accurate. Nice house, nice pool, nice location. Most of the property was very clean. Bathrooms were relatively new and clean. Furniture and beds were in good shape. Nice neighborhood and a short walk to the beach. Our family likes birding and nature and the nearby wildlife refuge was very worthwhile. The beach was beautiful and uncrowded. Good places to eat only twenty minutes away. Overall we had a great visit.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynette H.

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

Graduation Getaway!

We enjoyed celebrating a graduation and the stay at Greg's place was perfect. Greg met us on our first day and gave us a walk through the entire house! He was very nice and very personable (thanks Greg)! The house was just as pictured and we all loved our stay!! We will be back again!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zach C.

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

Excellent

House was great. Good location within walking distance to beach. Pool table was a favorite of the group. Communication with Greg was easy and efficient. Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRANDI M.

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

Weekend Getaway!

The house was very clean, cozy, with things to do! The owner of the house was very communicative, responded quickly, and very helpful with community information. Would stay here again in a heart beat.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania M.

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

Great Family Spot

We loved the location and easy access to the beach. We had a great time on the roof deck and the porch. We also spent a lot of time in the kitchen and the family room. Just be careful with the spiral staircase if staying with young children. Our one complaint is that we would have been liked to told beforehand that we'd only be supplied with one roll of toilet paper per bathroom, and would have to purchase our own soap, shampoo, and dishwasher, as it would have saved multiple shopping trips. Overall, we enjoyed the layout and location of the house and thought it was well-suited for our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Greg Owens

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I grew up in Oklahoma and my wife grew up in Maryland both loving the water no matter if it was ocean, river, lake, or pool. We have always thought of Sandbridge as that special place to get away from it all yet keep every family member happy with various activities and wanted to share all of this with others on their vacation.

Why they chose this property

In addition to the local attractions, Honu Cove offers RARE direct access to Crystal Lake and Lake Tecumseh via the canal behind the house for excellent fresh water fishing. We provide both a canoe and jonboat so exploring is fun, convenient, and without additional expense. Honu Cove offers more than just a beach vacation.

What makes this property unique

The north end of Sandbridge is a very quiet family friendly seaside village for a relaxing and slow paced vacation. Watching dolphin pods swim past, ghost crabs crawl on the beach, and various birds fly overhead is a daily occurrence when at the beach. Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge is located at the south end of Sandbridge and contains over 9,200 acres of beach, dunes, woodland, and marsh. Tram tours leave from the Visitor Center and take you on a guided tour through the refuge and into False Cape State Park. A fishing pier is located at Little Island Park to enjoy the view or fish in the ocean. If you wish to explore beyond Sandbridge, you are within a 25 minute drive to Virginia Beach attractions such as the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Museum, Ocean Breeze Waterpark, Motorworld Thrill Park, Hunt Club Farm Petting Zoo and the Virginia Beach boardwalk with water sports, shops, and restaurants. Additional attractions include the Virginia Zoo in Norfolk, outlets in Norfolk, Colonial Williamsburg, and Busch Gardens in Williamsburg.

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