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Private Beach & Private Dock! Luxury Beachfront 5 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath home

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The SandCastle, a luxurious beachfront home nestled amongst mature pines in a secluded setting, offers an interactive atmosphere perfect for family gatherings or quiet time. With 200 feet of private soft sand beach and floor-to-ceiling windows bringing the outdoors in, this tranquil getaway is ideal for unwinding and rejuvenating.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Private Beach & Private Dock! Luxury Beachfront 5 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath home

  • Luxury beachfront living awaits at The SandCastle, an extraordinary 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath Chesapeake Bay retreat offering nearly 4,900 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. From the moment you arrive, you'll be captivated by the home's stunning waterfront setting, expansive living areas, and breathtaking panoramic views.

    Designed for gathering and relaxation, the seamless open-concept layout connects the great room, dining area, kitchen, and family room, creating the perfect space for family and friends to enjoy time together while still offering plenty of room to spread out and unwind. A dramatic floor-to-ceiling wall of windows fills the home with natural light and brings the beauty of the Bay indoors.

    Nestled among mature pines in a private, secluded setting, The SandCastle is truly Nature's Paradise. Guests enjoy 200 feet of private soft-sand beach, spectacular sunsets, and the peaceful sounds of the Chesapeake Bay. Adding to the waterfront experience, the property now features a brand-new private dock, providing the perfect spot for fishing, crabbing, launching kayaks and paddleboards, or simply enjoying the incredible water views.

    The surrounding area is known for its abundant wildlife and some of the finest birdwatching on the Eastern Seaboard. Eagles, osprey, blue herons, pelicans, and countless shorebirds can be seen daily, while dolphins are often spotted swimming just offshore. Located within a designated Dark Skies area, the property also offers unforgettable stargazing and moonlit evenings.

    The expansive waterside deck is ideal for alfresco dining, morning coffee, or evening cocktails overlooking the Bay. For quieter moments, guests can retreat to the cozy library with a gas fireplace, the peaceful upstairs sitting area, or the lower-level patio, all designed to maximize the home's incredible waterfront setting.

    During the summer months, local outfitters can deliver paddleboards, kayaks, and canoes directly to the property, making it easy to explore the shoreline and surrounding waters. Comfortable mattresses, luxurious linens, and plush towels are provided throughout the home. We've thoughtfully equipped The SandCastle with the amenities and comforts we would want in our own dream vacation retreat.

    When you're ready to explore, charming waterfront towns, restaurants, galleries, and boutique shopping are just a short drive away. Historic Cape Charles and Onancock are both approximately 20–30 minutes from the home, while Virginia Beach and Norfolk offer convenient day-trip opportunities just over an hour away.

    Whether you're seeking a family vacation, a peaceful retreat, a nature-filled adventure, or simply a place to reconnect and recharge, The SandCastle offers an unforgettable luxury beachfront experience in every season.

    Ask about our special off-season bi-monthly and monthly rates available January through April, as well as our exclusive golf packages.

    Please note: The owner is a licensed Virginia real estate broker.

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

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

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Cable/satellite channels
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Kayak

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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 are 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
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 deadlock
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

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Jamesville, VA

What's nearby

  • Afternoon Shadows at Cape Charles Beach
    Cape Charles Beach
    58 min drive - 61.9 km
  • Exmore Town Park
    23 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Northampton Shopping Center
    23 min drive - 19.7 km
  • The Blue Crow Antique Mall
    30 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Barrier Islands Center
    35 min drive - 32.5 km

Restaurants

  • The Great Machipongo Clam Shack
    25 min drive
  • Little Italy
    23 min drive
  • Lighthouse Farmers Market
    25 min drive
  • Sage Diner
    24 min drive
  • Taqueria La Hispana
    25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Beach & Private Dock! Luxury Beachfront 5 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Beach & Private Dock! Luxury Beachfront 5 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Beach & Private Dock! Luxury Beachfront 5 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Beach & Private Dock! Luxury Beachfront 5 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

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Private Beach & Private Dock! Luxury Beachfront 5 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath home Reviews

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Exceptional

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. 33 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce H.

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

Beautiful home and location

The house was beautiful with so much space for all 10 of us to spread out. We truly appreciated having beach chairs, umbrellas and beach towels available for our use. We thoroughly enjoyed the sand bar and had a very pleasant and relaxing vacation. (Accuracy of listing is understandably difficult with the ongoing improvements, i.e. 6th bedroom, so no air hockey and no bunk beds)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

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

Another great vacation

This is the third year we've stayed at this house and we still love it. The gentle bay is perfect for young kids and the house is great. We loved the new table that seats 10. The realtors are not response on VRBO but are very helpful if you call the Blue Heron office. Hoping this house will be available to book in 2023.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam C.

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

A Great Family Stay

This was a great place to stay as a family (7 adults and 4 kids)! We would definitely consider a return trip! The water access and sunsets were so good. Communication with property manager was great. (There has been a little remodeling in the house since the pictures were taken. I wish these were captured better in the listing, but it wasn't a deal breaker.) Tips for prospective guests: -Bring water shoes. -Low tides are the best. -We rented paddle boards and kayaks from Poseidon 45min away in Cape Charles and would recommend. -Bring a tube float to relax in. -No cell coverage, but house wifi worked well. -House is well-stocked (kitchen, games, beach stuff).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

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

Great spot on the bay!

This house has everything you need, the views, privacy, space and outdoor/indoor entertainment. We especially enjoyed the sandbar that was so accessible and made us feel like we were on our on private island. The kids really loved the giant sloth, Mickey and Minnie stuffed animals.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail F.

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

A perfect place to chill out

All of us (three generations) had a very enjoyable time together. We loved being on the Chesapeake Bay- brought kayaks, rented paddle boards. The sunsets are amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Great views

Pleased that another shower was added.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

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

Amazing relaxing vacation

This home is simply amazing. Very clean. Comfy beds. Sand bars are great for kids and adults! More than enough room for our large familt! Will def stay again when we come back to the area!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Beautiful location

Our family enjoyed our stay at The Sandcastle. We were able to relax and take advantage of the beautiful views, sunsets and hanging out in our own space. The only surprise was that our neighbors, who couldn't have been nicer were closer to us than we expected. It is hard to see the proximity of other homes on the site, but overall, we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Morgan A.

Perfect Getaway - Great Hosts

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: Great home to get away from it all. Amenities are as described, views are exceptional. This is not our first time staying with Blue Heron Realty properties... they are easy to do business with, attentive and go above / beyond to ensure their guests have a great time. Highly recommend the Eastern Shore as a place to take your family and reconnect.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

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

Year 4 at the Sand Castle

This was my family's 4th time staying at the Sand Castle so I don't have much to add since my previous reviews. We did not notice that the listing had changed since we had booked and were sorry to see that the bunkbeds had been removed but we worked things out. Also the beach has changed quite a bit and the sand disappears completely at high tide now. This is obviously not related to VRBO or the homeowner, just something future renters may want to know. We still had a good time, we just had to be more mindful about planning our beach days.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

2023 Family Vacation

The rental home was absolutely beautiful! There was plenty of room for everyone and the amenities were GREAT! There were only a few things that were a disappointment. One was a tick we found upon our arrival on one of the beds. During our stay four family members ended up getting bit by ticks.🙁 The other disappointment was the seaweed bed covering a large oyster shell bed. Two family members cut their feet on the oyster shells. Swim shoes are a definite MUST!! Lastly, the beach area was much smaller than it appeared in the photos. The natural lowtide sandbar areas, however, were fantastic for the parents and the children to spend hours of sun and fun! All in all, our family had a wonderful vacation. I highly recommend this rental home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Khara T.

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

Our kids want to LIVE at the Sand Castle and the rest of us were sad to leave!

The Sand Castle truly exceeded our expectations. We enjoyed so many aspects of our experience; I will highlight a few we thought were particularly outstanding. Communication with the property manager was excellent. When we had a question or issue arise, we received a prompt response and resolution. It was clear throughout our stay they wanted us to enjoy our experience and we felt very welcome from the time we arrived. The home is spacious, well-stocked, and the attention to detail made it feel like our own home rather than a rental property. There is ample room to spread out and enjoy the home’s views and amenities. For example, some of us would work in the comfortable library room (with the fireplace on) while others were relaxing in the great room or cooking in the well-equipped kitchen. We packed a great deal of cookware and bakeware given that we were planning to cook Thanksgiving dinner, but were pleasantly surprised to find the kitchen stocked with everything we needed, and more (e.g., a roasting pan, large serving bowls and platters, plenty of pots, pans, and utensils; an apron; high-quality, sharpened knives; an awesome electric wine bottle opener). Other rooms in the house were equally-well stocked (e.g., bath towels; laundry essentials; cleaning supplies) and we quickly realized we overpacked—We only really needed to bring our clothing and food! In terms of some of the details that made the home feel special, there is a bench near the entryway stocked with several cozy blankets. The bedroom with (two!) bunkbeds was a huge hit with our two children. They also loved the decorations in that room, including the large stuffed animals. The master bath was also popular; we loved the European style towel warmer, and the kids loved that bubble bath was provided. We spent A LOT of time enjoying the outdoors; we walked up and down the beach and watched the kids build castles and play in the sand. We also brought our canoe and paddled out to the sandbar that would appear each day to look for shells. On our last day, we spotted some groups of dolphins swimming by and then paddled out for a closer view—It was amazing! Also, the sunsets were picture perfect. We didn’t venture out much due to the pandemic (and we didn’t feel like we needed to at all). Some of us visited a local winery one day and sat outside to enjoy some wine (and stock up for our stay). Overall, we made some wonderful memories and hope to return to the Sand Castle in 2021!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

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

Back for the second year

We had another great stay at this property! There have been some improvements made since last time which was great and the realtors took care of any issues immediately.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Already booked it again

We enjoyed a wonderful week! Quiet and peaceful. Woodpecker nests in the yard. Heron, egret, osprey, eagles…always around. We fished, we crabbed, we enjoyed the breeze, we ate - and ate some more. Looking forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Victoria G.

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

Beautiful property in a beautiful setting overlooking the bay! Relaxing and watching sunset was a b.

Overall good experience. Nice week getaway :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ajay R.

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

wonderful relaxing time

The location is terrific. Quiet and tucked away, with beautiful view of the Bay, birds, sun, ships, and stars. The house is spacious and clean. That the master bedroom is on main level was useful to us. Note, BR2 has tub but no shower, so the hallway bath is the only shower on level 2. The kitchen is well stocked with kitchenware. We experience a couple of issues (1) the oven was unusable, the property manager came over took a look and provided a replacement electric toaster oven (large) which was useful for warming stuff but not adequate as a real oven. (2) The gas grill on the deck did not ignite. (3) Network bandwidth is very low, and the wifi range does not cover the whole house, also the cell phone coverage in this location is poor - all together rendered this location a great place to unplug and unwind. Some of us attempting to work remotely from here found the network service inadequate. Overall, a very enjoyable stay, terrific place to slow down and relax.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rona M.

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

Beautiful house and setting

We really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful house and being right beside the water. When the tide was low we enjoyed walking on the sandy beach & paddling. It was so great that our dog was able to enjoy the small private beach too. The house is really well decorated with lots of comfortable seating areas and the kitchen is very well equipped. The main sitting room with huge window looking out onto the bay is particularly appealing. As previous guests mentioned, the dining table only sits 6-8 but we just added a small extra square table to seat nine of us. There’s also a kitchen table but it’s taller so not suitable to extend the dining room seating. There are only 2 showers but the third bathroom does have a bath and there seemed to be plenty hot water. Also to note is that there really isn’t anything to visit nearby so this house would better suit families and friends who are just happy to chill out and enjoy being away from everything. Cape Charles is a nice place but it’s a 35 minute drive.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

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

Fun Week on the Eastern Shore

Our family got together for New Years and really enjoyed the house. The owner was very helpful and welcoming. The only downsides was lack of cell service and only 2 showers in the house. Would recommend to anyone looking for time away from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rafael S.

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

Great relaxation

Disappointed fireplace and air hockey not working HOWEVER owner EXTREMELY responsive to any questions/issues. Family Thanksgiving week was wonderful. Beautiful sunsets, star gazing, daily eagle sightings, peaceful beach walks, bicycle rides (brought our own bikes).
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MIke S.

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

wonderful two weeks

Very spacious. Beautifully decorated (a lot of glass decorations that could be broken by children.) well equipped and maintained.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

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

Wonderful!

I visited this home with my extended family including a 3yo and 1yo and two dogs. The property is wonderful! Like other reviewers, I recommend water shoes to get through the oysters and eel grass, but once you get out to the sandbar the sand is clean and soft. The water was shallow and calm—perfect for the kids. The owners were great. We had an issue with the grill and they brought over a new one the same day! They were very attentive to any issues we brought to their attention. One thing to note is that there is one room (the front center with rounded windows) that does not have any air vents. The master bedroom also didn’t have great airflow but there were box fans available in a few of the closets that helped. I also wish there was a larger dining table. The home sleeps 12 but the table only seats 6. There are two folding chairs and a high chair, so this year we were able to squeeze everyone in but that’s one update I would recommend. Other than that, it’s a great place. We’ve already rebooked for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Nice change

1st time in 25 years we did not go to OBX. Nice change to have the kids in peaceful water and quiet setting
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guenivere C.

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

Beautiful location

Spacious home, well-equipped kitchen, eagle nest in tree outside kitchen window, amazing sand bar to spend the day soaking up the sun with your feet in the clear, clean water-perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maxine U.

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

Family celebration.

Beautiful well equipped home with an exceptional location for our family, ages 1 to 73. Swimming, kayaking and fishing. It was just perfect. We hope to return again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dennis L.

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

Overall a good experience

The location is lovely (outstanding sunsets). The kitchen was smaller than it appeared in the pictures, but was quite serviceable for our resident chef. Some maintenance issues that we were able to work around (no working lights in the laundry room, inoperative fire place, broken/missing toilet paper holder and hot water that was excessively hot). The house was very clean and stocked with sufficient towels, beach towels, beach chairs and kitchen items. the furnishings and decorations were very good (albeit a little too tempting for an active and curious 2 year old). Overall, the seven of us that spent the week there enjoyed our stay immensely.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021