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Bayfront, corner penthouse with great views, balconies, 3 pools & 2 gyms

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7.8 out of 10 Good
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10279 sq m

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Virginia Beach, VA
  • Popular LocationSandbridge Beach6 min walk
  • Popular LocationNaval Air Station Oceana24 min drive
  • Popular LocationVirginia Beach Boardwalk25 min drive
  • AirportNorfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)42 min drive

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Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Bayfront, corner penthouse with great views, balconies, 3 pools & 2 gyms

The Sanctuary - Beach and Bay Penthouse B428

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This unique penthouse provides a truly exceptional experience at The Sanctuary, offering four bedrooms, four bathrooms, and an enviable location in the exclusive southwest corner. Take in incredible sunsets over Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, expansive views of the sand dunes all the way to North Carolina, and bird’s-eye views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Little Island Fishing Pier.

Professionally designed and decorated, this condo's elegant furnishings include imported African wood cabinets, an infinity bathtub, low-profile vanity sinks, two built-in wet bars (in the primary suite and kitchen area), and a built-in espresso machine.

The grand living room is open and expansive, with plush arrangements for the entire family, a 60-inch TV smart TV, and a DVD player to screen your favorite movies. Step out onto the large, corner, wraparound balcony to sip a cocktail or take a quiet moment with an espresso. Back inside, the kitchen is equipped with top-of-the-line GE appliances and all of the utensils and serveware that you might need at mealtime.

The bedrooms - all with TVs - include a primary suite with a private wraparound balcony, a wet bar, a walk-in closet, and an en suite bathroom with a glass shower and a separate jetted tub.

The Sanctuary offers wonderful on-site amenities, including three outdoor pools, Viking grills, and two fitness centers. Adjacent to the complex is the 400-foot fishing pier at Little Island Park, which also includes a children’s playground; tennis, pickleball, basketball, and volleyball courts; and enough public parking for the unexpected visitor. Just down the road, you can explore Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, which offers beach access and hiking trails galore.

Things to Know
The community pool is open annually from the beginning of June to the end of August for guest use. Pool dates are weather permitting and at the Condo Association's discretion.
The Sanctuary HOA schedules structural upkeep during the off-season, blocking off certain sides of the buildings, making it unsafe for our guests to be on the balcony. The balcony may not be available for guests from October to mid-May.
This property is managed by Vacasa Virginia LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 4.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

City/town permit number: 2024-STRR-00227

Property manager

Vacasa of Virginia
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Beach view
Gym

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Virginia Beach

Located on the beach, this condo is in Sandbridge, a neighbourhood in Virginia Beach. Virginia Beach Fishing Pier and Hell's Point Golf Club 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 Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Check out an event or a game at Virginia Beach Sportsplex, and consider making time for Ocean Breeze Waterpark, a top attraction not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Virginia Beach, VA

What's nearby

  • Sandbridge Beach - 6 min walk
  • Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge - 3 min drive
  • Ocean Breeze Waterpark - 24 min drive
  • Naval Air Station Oceana - 24 min drive
  • Virginia Beach Boardwalk - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Virginia Beach Station - 28 min drive
  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Shorebreak Pizza & Taphouse - 17 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 17 min drive
  • Señor Fox Mexican Bar & Grill - 17 min drive
  • Primo Pizzeria Ristorante - 16 min drive
  • Brooklyn Bagels - 17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bayfront, corner penthouse with great views, balconies, 3 pools & 2 gyms pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Bayfront, corner penthouse with great views, balconies, 3 pools & 2 gyms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bayfront, corner penthouse with great views, balconies, 3 pools & 2 gyms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bayfront, corner penthouse with great views, balconies, 3 pools & 2 gyms located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sandbridge condo is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Sandbridge Beach and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge. False Cape State Park and Shifting Sands Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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6.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

6.0/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Brigette S.

Penthouse with gorgeous views
This place was very nice and spacious for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Shantal Q.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Arachnophobia 2
If you are fascinated by spiders and cobwebs, then you have found the right place. From the minute we arrived (August 19th, 2023) we noticed how poorly maintained the whole complex was. The place was infested with spiders and cobwebs all over the hallways. The metal doors had rust all over them. Sadly, the disappointed continued when we entered the condo. In the kitchen, the trash can was filthy, the kitchen air vent was dingy. There were cobwebs right above the eating area. The dining room table was poorly wiped down. The windows were so dirty that it made it impossible to appreciate the view of the bay and the sunset. We were heartbroken when we went to the balconies and saw the disgustingly dirty patio furniture. Along with the overwhelming number of spiders and cobwebs all over the walls and ceiling. We never set foot on the balconies again. Another shocking surprise was how dirty the washing machine was. It was full of mold and had a putrid smell. There were cobwebs inside the bedrooms as well. I did not see any live spiders inside the condo; however, we saw three dead ones inside one of the bathrooms. In conclusion, the condo is very roomy and modern, but it is very poorly maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Great view and furnishings
This unit is beautifully furnished with all the extras. The view of the back bay and beach is great from the balcony.

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great stay
excellent home. clean and very comfortable, killer location in the building and the parking spots were the 2 best. this is a great place for family and friends. owners have taken very good care of the property.... will return. thanks
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
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4/10 Poor

Susie H.

Big disappointment - DIRTY
This was our fourth stay in this unit and we were really looking forward to it. When we got to our unit the door was open, there was a large pile of trash in the foyer and wet towels on the floor in the kitchen. We looked through the unit and saw fresh towels and beds made so thought maybe housekeeping was coming back. After an hour or so we let Vacasa know about the situation and they sent someone out to do some cleaning. The unit was absolutely filthy and not only had it not had a move out clean it looked like it hadn't been cleaned in months and months. Since we were already in the unit we just had D (the employee they sent out) do some basic cleaning. He was very nice and helpful offering to get us extra towels and said he would let Vacasa know about the condition of the unit. When going to bed that night I pulled back the comforter (which actually belonged downstairs, mine was crumpled in the closet and very dirty) and discovered that the sheets were dirty and hadn't been changed. The sheets had hair and crumbs and sand all over. It was too late to ask for replacement sheets so I put them in the washer and found some twin bedsheets and used those. The next morning I discovered that my parents who are in their 80's had double sheets on their queen bed so the sheets kept pulling off. The upper bunk in one of the bedrooms had no sheets at all. I reported this and they said they would get it handled right away. When hours passed I repeated the request and asked for the sheets to be delivered asap. No sheets were delivered the entire time we were there. The ice maker was broken so we reported that. The response was that the owner didn't want to fix it so they sent someone out to put a note on it that said it was not working and not included in the amenities (it was still in the listing when we reserved it). My shower was filled with sand and the toilet was disgusting. The refrigerator was extremely dirty and the dirt, sand and dust buildup was unbelievable. I was told that they were working on a refund but we still have not received one nor has their been any communication about it. The balconies were covered in spider webs and big spiders and cushions were missing from the furniture. The area rug upstairs was heavily stained and full of sand and debris and the chair was stained and dingy. The kitchen items need an overhaul and pots and pans need to be replaced. This unit is advertised as a luxury penthouse and priced accordingly. The owner either doesn't care or isn't aware of the condition but either way it's totally unacceptable.We have been coming to The Sanctuary for 12 years and this unit was our favorite. It is very rare for me to leave a bad review but this was too much.

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