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Ocean and Bay views! Local Owner, Family Operated

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Open concept living space
Scenic ocean and bay views
Ocean views from private balcony
Private balcony with Ocean and Bay views
Bay views from private balcony

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Virginia Beach, VA
  • Sandbridge Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Naval Air Station Oceana
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Virginia Beach Boardwalk
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living room

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Ocean and Bay views! Local Owner, Family Operated

Just steps away from the sand, "Carolina on My Mind" is a 2bed/2bath oceanside condo at the exclusive Sanctuary at False Cape, the only Oceanfront complex at Sandbridge in Virginia Beach. You'll enjoy a private patio with both Ocean and Bay views and you'll have access to all the exclusive amenities of the complex. The condo features an open-concept living space and a fully equipped gourmet kitchen. The living room has a stunning feature wall with 70" 4K Samsung smart TV with 5.1 surround sound and electric fireplace. The master has a king bed with a remote-controlled adjustable base and a 50" 4K Samsung smart TV, the secondary bedroom also has its own King bed in addition to a twin loft, and the living room has a large, comfy sectional with Queen sleeper and an additional twin sleeper. It's ideal for a family, one or more couples, or even two smaller families to share.

Amenities:


~Lightning fast 150 Mbps WiFi is complimentary
~Open-concept living space with electric fireplace wall
~Home Theater set-up with 70" Samsung 4K Smart TV (Disney+, Hulu, Cable TV apps, Prime Video, etc) and 5.1 surround sound
~Basic cable via FuboTV, TV apps, Disney+, HULU service included
~Each bedroom has King bed and 50" Samsung 4K Smart HDTV with apps
~Foosball table in unit for guest use
~Assigned, dedicated on-site parking
~Full-size washer and dryer in the unit complimentary for guest use.
~Towels and linens are included complimentary.
~Some beach chairs and boogey boards are also available complimentary (seasonal)
~Access to condo amenities like the pools and hot tubs are included complimentary (vary by season).

NOTE: The pools are typically open from late May into mid to late Sept, though the exact timing varies some year to year based on permits, maintenance, etc.

***Sept 5th UPDATE - pools CLOSED FOR THE SEASON on Sept 15th***
***April 8th UPDATE - the hot tub is currently open (hours are 9am to 8pm daily)***

The details:

Welcome to "Carolina on My Mind", a 2bed/2bath 1400 sq ft luxury beach retreat located at the southern-most part of Virginia Beach in the charming coastal community of Sandbridge at the exclusive Sanctuary at False Cape complex, which sits among the pristine sandy beaches and sparkling waters of the Outer Banks of Virginia and is the only beachfront complex in Sandbridge! Your toes will literally be steps from the sand with no roads to cross.

This unique Oceanfront location within Virginia Beach provides the serenity of the neighboring National Wildlife Refuge with the convenience of swimming, surfing, and a fishing pier, plus tennis courts, a playground and a sheltered picnic area at Little Island Park next door. At the same time, you're only a stone's throw from a variety of grocery, dining, and shopping options all over Virginia Beach.

Inside, you'll find a spacious living area that features a stunning shiplap fireplace feature wall, premium hardwood floors throughout, two comfortable over-sized sitting chairs, a large, comfy sectional with queen sleeper, a foosball table, and dining for 8. You'll also find Ocean views from some areas in the main living space.

Enjoy homemade meals in the large, fully-equipped gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a bar top with bar stools. Relax on the private patio with both Ocean and Bay views! Cuddle up for a movie night on the large 70" Samsung 4k Smart TV with 5.1 surround sound or have a family game night.

The Master bedroom features a King bed that has a remote-controlled adjustable base and with en-suite and access to the private patio. Watch Netflix or Disney+ in bed on the 50" smart HDTV! The secondary bedroom also features a King bed plus a twin loft, its own 50" smart HDTV, with another full bathroom.

Full of a variety of amenities, this luxury condominium offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and Back Bay. Imagine having your morning coffee while the sun comes up over the Atlantic and relaxing on the patio in the evening while the sun sets over the Back Bay. In between, take a casual stroll along the shore to the pier and listen to the crashing waves while a group of dolphins swim by. Spend the day basking in the sun's rays on the beautiful beachfront or take a beach break by one of the three sparkling pools available exclusively for guest use.

You can workout in one of two state-of-the-art fitness centers, or just pause and enjoy the scenery from one of the many benches located along the private oceanfront boardwalk. For your culinary delights, the pool deck features multiple state of the art Viking gas grill stations with plenty of options for seating and dining, and if you're more in the mood for a night on the town, there are numerous restaurants, breweries, and eateries all around Virginia Beach - and it would be our pleasure to guide you to some of our favorite local spots.

The condo is stocked with games, books, cards and activities. The possibilities are endless!

As your hosts, we are committed to making your stay memorable, comfortable, and enjoyable. We pride ourselves on attention to detail, and we strive for 100% satisfaction 100% of the time. We treat our guests like family, and we are constantly looking for ways to improve the guest experience. As fantastic as the property is, we want your host experience to be our best amenity!

Property manager

Crystal Argila
Premier Host

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Amenities

Pool
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Washer
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Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Absolutely NO parties
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking, no vaping
Welcome to our beach home! This is a family friendly space cared for by our family, and we expect our guests to enjoy their vacation responsibly.
Violation of the house rules will result in forfeiture of your security deposit.

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
Note from host: Absolutely NO parties
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 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

About the area

Virginia Beach

Located on the beach, this condo is in Sandbridge, a neighbourhood in Virginia Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sandbridge Beach and False Cape Beach, while Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach and Jerrassic Park - Metal Dinosaur Park are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Make time for Ocean Breeze Waterpark, or head to an event or a match at Virginia Beach Sportsplex. 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 - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ocean Breeze Waterpark - 23 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Naval Air Station Oceana - 24 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Virginia Beach Boardwalk - 24 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach - 26 min drive - 25.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Shorebreak Pizza & Taphouse - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Señor Fox Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Red Robin - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Ocean and Bay views! Local Owner, Family Operated have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Ocean and Bay views! Local Owner, Family Operated pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Ocean and Bay views! Local Owner, Family Operated?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean and Bay views! Local Owner, Family Operated?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean and Bay views! Local Owner, Family Operated located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sandbridge condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of False Cape Beach and Sandbridge Beach. Shifting Sands Beach and Surfing Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

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

Relaxing Time

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn R.

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

Away from crowd

We had a wonderful visit with our son who was on holiday liberty. We always try to look for someplace that has plenty of seating for everybody. The kitchen was well stocked. The beach is a walk out the door of the garage. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale W.

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

Wonderful Weekend Away with Friends

The house was immaculately clean and comfortable for an early Galentines Weekend away with friends. Communication with the host was excellent and all of the information that was given beforehand was thorough. I have never had a host send so much information prior to the visit. There was no stone left unturned. I will definitely be visiting again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John O.

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

Beautiful Getaway

Condo was super clean and fresh! Easy communication with host, excellent location for beach access, walks etc. Definitely would book again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Stay!

We visited Jaime and Crystals place over the Thanksgiving holiday and had a great stay! The place was very clean and looked exactly like the attached photos. Although we were there during the off season, we still found great places to eat and fun things to do thanks to the recommendations that were provided. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie A.

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

Girls weekend away

We had a wonderful long weekend! We enjoyed the beautiful beach and listening to the sounds of the ocean from the balcony . It was a perfect location for our low key off season stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

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

A great place to stay

We had a great weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeanne h.

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

great hosts

great location, good restaurants close by, very clean and well-appointed unit. Great setup for a family.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan T.

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

Last minute find!

We were supposed to go to Siesta Key Florida but got washed out by Hurricane Helene. So, we had to scramble and pick a different direction. We chose Virginia Beach. We chose well. The condo was very nice, beach was clear. Local food was good. We had a very nice trip. The condo is spacious and nice. Also well equipped ! We highly recommend a stay here!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenn J.

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

Off season getaway

We had a wonderful time staying in this condo. The location was perfect with easy access to restaurants and quiet areas to explore like the Wildlife Refuge. The condo was exactly as described and very clean upon arrival. The beds and sofa were comfortable and the owners kindly provided shampoo, conditioner, and a few days supply of tp, trash bags, and dishwashing detergent. A big bonus for us was the close proximity to the large VA Beach pickleball complex. We spent our mornings on the courts and our afternoons relaxing on the beach. Thank you for allowing us to enjoy your condo for a much needed weekend of rest and relaxation. We hope to be back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arielle G.

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

Moms Getaway

I traveled with my mom and aunts for quick stress-free weekend. The condo is amazing. Very clean, fully equipped,and we definitely took advantage of the large tv in the living room with surround sound and the very short walk to the beach. Super Convenient!! Hosts are amazing and very communicable!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

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

Great Condo for a Family!!

We had an awesome stay at this condo!! It was very family friendly, clean, awesome location and great communication from the owner!! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

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

Excellent Beach Vacation

Beautiful condo with all the latest amenities. We had plenty of room for six guests. The owners keep their property well maintained. We loved in the evenings chilling out watching a movie on their 70 inch tv with surround sound. Each bedroom has their own tv as well. Property is a minute or two walk from the beach. We would definitely recommend. The owners are very responsive too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

kyle P.

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

Dance 2024

Great place to stay. Would recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

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

Family Vacation in Sandbridge

Our family enjoyed our stay at this condo. The space is inviting, the kitchen is very well equipped and the beds were comfortable. Super easy access to the beach and pool made our stay easy breezy! We would definitely book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Scott T.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Cute, comfortable, and convenient but…

Great space for a medium sized family to enjoy VA Beach away from the main strand. Hosts put a lot of effort into making this space a “home away from home”. Unfortunately, my girlfriend and I spent the weekend brushing what we believe to have been pet hair off our clothes and sweeping away one or two dead insects. The biggest disappointment was a lack of hot water in the guest bath. To their credit the hosts notified us in advance of the problem and did their best to fix it before our arrival. However, our request for a % reduction in the per night rate was dismissed out of hand. In spite of the issue with the hot water, the hosts requested a 5 star review (or none at all) and were very detailed about how we could make things easier on housekeeping as we exited the property. Had it not been for the hot water and dissuasiveness, we’d absolutely stay again. For future vacationers, this might have been a one off occurrence but beware. Go Devils!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobby B.

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

Perfectly comfortable

I found this property to be very comfortable fully stocked with everything needed to cook and clean. Any questions that I had the property owner was excellent at returning my text
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short walk to the beach. Somewhat above average.

Good location. The nice beach is wide and was sparsely populated but was because of the Easter weekend and cooler weather. I can’t imagine it being like this during the summer vacation season. Hard to get the “lay of the land” at first esp finding the way to the courtyard where the grills were. Glad we found one that worked as several seemed out of order or broken. It’s an older condo building. The exterior was a bit grungy but the unit itself was updated and had everything we needed. The double-switched entranceway/hall light was annoying with the motion detector because it would come on when walking out of any room even though it was turned off at the other switch. The TV has an unending selection of apps which is great if you have subscriptions and can login.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

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

Beach condo

It was a beautiful decorated condo. We had beach and bay views from our balcony. Our host had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. They had a nice kitchen so we could do some meals in.They also gave us some great suggestions for things to do around the area. So helpful! We had a great time, hope to come back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney W.

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

Great spot.

Great location, right on the beach. We came for a soccer tournament and enjoyed escaping the crowds. The place was as described and met all our needs. I would recommend and revisit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whitney W., Brooktondale (Ithaca) NY

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

Comfy condo in a great location

Comfortable condo/home in a very convenient location - On the beach and next door to Back Bay Wildlife Refuge. The property manager was super communicative and the place was lovely. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

brian l.

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

Great Stay

We had a nice stay. Unfortunately this was not a vacation for us, so we basically only slept at the condo. The condo was decorated nice….love the Carolina Blue. There was plenty of room for us and thank you for accommodating our service dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa H.

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

Nice getaway even in winter!

Great, relaxing unit on the beach. It was cold, but the unit was cozy. Nice floors, kitchen, and a lot of space. We really liked all the seating options in the main living area. Lights and drawers were labeled which was a major plus. Make sure to ask the nearby restaurants when their kitchen closes in the off season. However, it all worked out!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little place

Clean, safe property located in a very scenic area
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

December 26

Very nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Crystal Argila

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We're Virginia Beach locals who just love the beach life. We stay pretty active with our kids' activities, particularly with our daughter's travel soccer - but she's worth it. :) On our spare time, there's nothing we like more than to do than remind ourselves that we live at the beach, and Sandbridge is our favorite place to do just that.

Why they chose this property

The Sanctuary has great amenities and is right on the beach. It's next to Little Island Park and the Back Bay Wildlife Refuge. We like to strap a hammock to the pier supports and relax. It's the perfect spot!

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests