Enjoy sandpiperHouse on Chincoteague's Peaceful Piney Island! A virtual office

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All new Master Bedroom (bed, mattress, tables, rugs, floor, paint, blinds)!

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

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Parking available
Hot tub
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor space

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Chincoteague Island, VA

Maui Jack's Waterpark
‪12 min walk‬
Museum of Chincoteague
‪16 min walk‬
Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park
‪5 min drive‬
Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal)
‪76 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1 new mattress

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Den

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Dining area

About this property

Fall pony roundup October 2024 FULL WEEKS ONLY DURING JUNE, JULY and AUGUST
Great fall weekends !
Stay in Chincoteague and swim, hike, bike, kite, birdwatch, etc. in Assateague. Our home is conveniently located on Chincoteague’s Piney Island, designated bird sanctuary and gateway to Assateague Island National Seashore. Whether you bike to the beach every day, or hang out at home on the deck, you can enjoy nature immersion at it's best! This modern style house has new gorgeous hardwood floors in an open floor plan living-dining area, fresh paint, new fans, remodeled master bath and bedroom, new gas range , dishwasher and many other updates .

Our home has three bedrooms. The bedrooms were remodeled this year with a new queen bed, mattress, floors, lamps, paint etc. and the master bath was remodeled last year. Master bedroom also has a flat screen TV. Our second bedroom has a NEW queen bed.
Our third bedroom, with two twin beds, the 'turquoise room', was updated with paint and new beds and mattresses . The apricot and turquoise rooms share a hallway with a full bathroom with tub for the kiddies. Great enclosed outside shower with hot and cold water

Our den, located adjacent to the kitchen, has a full-size fold-out futon and screened back door. A sliding shade- door to the kitchen makes for sleeping privacy. The den is also great for kids. We have games (monopoly, apples to apples, uno, scrabble) in the red cupboard and chalk and a chalkboard are set up for your little one's amusement while you're fixing breakfast!

Our kitchen is fully-equipped eat-in with gas stove, dishwasher, hot water kettle, microwave, refrigerator with freezer top, blender, espresso machine, toaster, new range fan etc.

The open floor-plan living-and dining-area is truely a great family 'hang-out' space with cathedral ceiling, fireplace, couch, comfortable lounge chairs, w/cable TV/DVD/VCR player. Dining room looks out over back deck, pine trees , and a view of Assateague Island while large picture window in living room floods the house with light.

Outside there's a new enclosed shower with hot and cold water for rinsing off after a day at the beach, a large driveway for cars, a Weber charcoal grill for cooking and new patio dining table and chairs.
Book now for wonderful spring, summer and fall vacations and great bird watching!
Private Kayak launch site
Keywords: modern, beach house,water access
Full weeks only in June JULY AUGUST
SPRING and fall PONY PENNING
APRIL and October- reserve now

ANTARES ROCKET LAUNCH 🚀

In summer traffic you’ll be first over bridge to beach! No town traffic !July August

Property manager

Ellen de Bremond

Languages

English, Spanish

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Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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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

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

There is a cleaning/maintenance fee of $100. to be sent as a separate check before receiving code to enter house - may be paid by Pay Pal or Venmo

security deposit of $250. required - not cashed unless the house has been damaged( never have had to use one)

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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

About the area

Chincoteague

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Piney Island, a neighbourhood in Chincoteague. Assateague Lighthouse and Captain Timothy Hill House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Maui Jack's Waterpark and Wallops Flight Facility. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Chincoteague Island, VA

What's nearby

Maui Jack's Waterpark - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Museum of Chincoteague - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
Assateague Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

‪Island Creamery - ‬4 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
‪Ropewalk - ‬6 min drive
‪Famous Pizza & Sub Shoppe - ‬12 min walk
‪Mister Whippy - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enjoy sandpiperHouse on Chincoteague's Peaceful Piney Island! A virtual office pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Enjoy sandpiperHouse on Chincoteague's Peaceful Piney Island! A virtual office?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy sandpiperHouse on Chincoteague's Peaceful Piney Island! A virtual office?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy sandpiperHouse on Chincoteague's Peaceful Piney Island! A virtual office located?

This family-friendly Chincoteague holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Maui Jack's Waterpark, Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge and Museum of Chincoteague. Chincoteague Channel and Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Nova P.

30 July 2024

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

Great Stay

We loved the house and the location! Very quiet in the morning having coffee on the back deck.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

23 July 2024

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

Perfect

Ellen's home was perfect! I took my daughter, son-in-law, and 7 year old grandson and the layout of the home was perfect! I had the master with master bath, and they had the other two bedrooms with bath. There was plenty of room to spend time together and also apart. The couch in the living room was very comfy if one needed to sleep there and there also a futon in the entry room. The kitchen has everything you need, including cooking oil, salt, pepper, and other seasonings. Appliances were new and there were also a great blender and numerous coffee makers (keurig, regular, etc.) I loved the pots and pans so much, I bought myself a set when I got back home. Comforters and blankets are provided but you need to bring your own sheets and towels. (don't forget a kitchen towel if you don't want to use paper towels all the time). There is a Family Dollar just a few minutes away to pick up things you may need. The location was perfect as well. Tucked away so you didn't feel like you were in tourist-land, but so close to everything! Ellen was very responsive and helpful as well. I would definitely stay again if visiting the area.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeanette j.

26 June 2024

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

Absolutely No Complaints

We had a wonderful stay!!!! From the communication with the host to the comfort of the home, it was perfect! Plenty of room for everyone to have their own space yet be together. I have absolutely NO complaints!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P.

16 Aug 2023

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

A good week

We have a very good time in this house. It’s near the bridge to the beach, in a nice, quiet neighborhood. The only problems were before we arrived. The owner sent an additional contract for cleaning and a security deposit a few days before we left for the vacation, which said that it was due weeks ahead of time. That was a bit of a surprise. I remind guests to bring not only sheets but towels, dish towels, and dish cloths, as well as trash bags, paper towels, and toilet paper.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane A.

25 July 2023

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

Sandpiper House - 5 Stars

My family stayed at the Sandpiper House in Chincoteague. We've visited the island many times, but this was the first stay at Sandpiper. We have three teenage daughters and everyone had plenty of space. The beds are new and comfortable, the A/C worked amazingly well given the intense heat and humidity, the shower water pressure was wonderful, and the closet and dresser space plentiful. One thing I really appreciated was the well appointed kitchen, which is often a struggle in vacation rentals. Plenty of parking, perfect location, private, and VERY close to the beach access road. My only comment about the house was that it would be wonderful to have had a washer and dryer. It was not in the listing that a W/D was an amenity, I just assumed it was - my fault, and I didn't pack accordingly. But that would make the house perfect. Our hostess was wonderful, responsive and kind, even when I accidentally broke a lamp while cleaning. We hope to visit Sandpiper again. We loved it.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty W.

14 Sept 2022

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

A lovely getaway

We had a wonderful time in Chincoteague and very much enjoyed this home away from home. The decor is coastal and very nicely done. The beds! I was so relieved the beds were comfortable. Location worked out well for us, as it is right between Chincoteague “proper” and the wildlife refuge. Very wooded and private feeling. We would return 🙂

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas S.

16 Aug 2022

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

Great location and great host

My wife, son, daughter in law, two grand daughters and I were very happy with the home and location. Very convenient to Assateague Island and Chincotaque itself. We had a wonderful time

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria L., Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

31 July 2022

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

Sandpiper House is great!

A spacious, clean property located very close to the Chincoteague Wildlife Refuge entrance. More than enough room for our family of four.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Winifred B.

4 July 2022

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

Chincoteague Family Reunion

Sandpiper House was a great base for a wonderful vacation with our children and grandchildren. My husband and I shared the house with my daughter's family of 4, while my two sons and their families stayed at another property on the next block. The bedroom layout at Sandpiper House gave both families their own space, and the den was a nice hang-out for the kids. We really appreciated the ample storage in the bedrooms and bathrooms so we could unpack and get comfortable. The spacious living/dining rooms, well-appointed kitchen, and huge dining table made it easy to gather for a few special meals with my sons' families. I think we would have enjoyed the deck had we visited when there were fewer mosquitoes, but the house was so bright and airy that we didn't feel we'd missed out. The pine trees surrounding the house added atmosphere and privacy, even giving cover for visiting wildlife. Ellen was so easy to work with and quick to respond whenever I had a question. Check-in was easy, although we would have appreciated either a second key or a keypad entry. There were so many thoughtful touches throughout the house that made our stay a real pleasure. I'd be happy to stay there again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

4 May 2022

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

Great getaway at Sandpiper House

We spent four nights at The Sandpiper House over Spring Break. It was truly lovely and relaxing. The location of the neighborhood is ideal. It is just a short drive/walk/bike ride to the wildlife refuge. The house was clean and bright and surprisingly roomy. We enjoyed the back deck and back yard as we were lucky to have excellent weather. The house is not right on the water, but you can view the water from the deck between the trees, at least in April. I'm not sure if the trees would obscure the view in Summertime. The kitchen was well stocked. Check-in and check-out was a breeze.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean D.

29 Apr 2022

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

Nice stay overall

Perfect except that without a washer and dryer we had some trying times when the grandkids decided to run into the ocean with their clothes on! Wet salty, sandy clothes that didn't dry outside and had to be taken to the nearest laundry which is not close!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris E.

20 Jan 2022

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

Hunting Trip

The property was very nice and great location. We will definitely be back for another stay next Duck Season.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

sharon k.

3 Jan 2022

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

It’s was in a nice quiet neighborhood

The overall space is fine, has some updates but could still use more. It would have been nice if it had a washer and dryer.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte W.

25 Oct 2021

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

Heaven

We love it here This is our second stay at the Sandpiper and we hope to return soon.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

3 Oct 2021

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

base camp

Great place for access to the island.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

John B.

26 Sept 2021

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

2021 Chincoteague Vacation

We enjoyed our short vacation at Chincoteague. The property was comfortable and met all our needs. It is close to Assateague and is in a nice, quiet area. We would stay here again if we get back to the area.

8/10 Good

William B.

4 Sept 2021

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

Fun in the sun

House was in a great spot on the island, super close to the beach and bike rentals. Had a great time on chincoteague.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dawn E.

11 June 2021

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

Couples Getaway

The experience renting was easy, the property was unique and fit our needs. The weekend weather was anything but great; but we managed to make the best of it.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

29 May 2021

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

We have always loved Chincoteague!

The house is very spacious for a fairly large family. The den works great as an extra bedroom. The neighborhood is lovely; doesn't feel anything like a "resort"! The deck is nice for sitting out in nice weather, and for listening to the birds in the marsh. One suggestion: there should be a light directly above the kitchen sink.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Corey B.

20 May 2021

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

Long weekend stay

Location and property were just what we were looking for.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Nicole S.

28 Apr 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Comfortable stay, but less than expected

Our family of 5 enjoyed our 4-night stay. Assateague was a wonderful place to vacation with kids, even in the off-season. The kitchen was well-equipped, we appreciated the charcoal grill and beach toys, and we slept well. The listing cited a fireplace that the owner told us we could not use after we arrived. The listing also advertised a water view that is really a tiny gap between houses. The owner did not tell us about construction underway at the house next door, and we never were able to access movies via our Netflix or Amazon accounts.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynne H., Massachusetts

25 Apr 2021

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

Quirky and wonderful

My senior Mom and I had a wonderful shirt stay at this house during the off season. It was the perfect base for our long-time dreams of pony-watching (Captain Dan is the best). The house had a neat, quirky layout and all of the furniture was incredibly comfortable. Some things were a bit worn, but clearly loved and everything was very clean. While I didn’t have many interactions with Ellen, she was always kind and pointed us towards some neat local spots (the Island Creamery is, indeed, very tasty). The book full of advice and pamphlets was much appreciated. Even though there were only two of us, I could see this house being a blast for a larger group! There was lots of space and again, it was so comfortable. Thank you!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R., Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA

17 Apr 2021

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

Wonderful family vacation

We had a wonderful family vacation at this property over our children’s spring break. We worked remotely for part of the week, and utilized the WiFi while the large windows and patio doors were open to hear the water between the islands and the neighborhood and sea birds, and so that we could watch our children playin the yard or on the back deck. The house is in a quiet wooded neighborhood on Piney Island that’s just a quick walk or bike ride to the rest of town or to the reserve on Assateague Island. Our two children are both under 12, and were able to ride miles each day all over both islands. The people were all kind and respectful of bikes and families, and we felt safe wherever we went. We were able to see wild ponies, cranes, bunnies, and even a bald eagle on the reserve, and then bike to get sea food and ice cream. We biked another morning to get coffee and donuts, but the rest of the time we utilized the coffeemaker and kitchen, which was well equipped and comfortable for a family that mostly cooks from scratch and at home. The cozy floor plan centering around the dining and main living room meant that we had open spaces to easily spend lots of family time together but also space for the kids to find places for time to themselves. All the furniture was modern and comfortable at the same time, and I slept better on the mattress than I do at home. We got a later than expected start to our travels, but were easily able to arrive late at night because there were motion sensor lights on the porch and the key is located in a lock box on the property. Ellen was so easy to work with, informative, and responsive via the app messenger service, and has a whole binder full of local information at the property. There were few people on the beach and on the trails on the reserve, and we felt very comfortable letting the kids have space to run and play without worry of being too close to others. The beach parking lot is between the beach and a bay, so we were able to look for seashells one one side and watch the snails in the bay on the other side - perfect for littles who like to explore and for parents who like a low sloping beach where the kids can safely walk a long way into the water. We drove past the Bebee Ranch and visited the museum, so our literature and history buffs were both satisfied. Thank you for a serene vacation!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

16 Nov 2020

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

Just right for our family, amazing access to Assateague.

We can't wait to come back!

Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte W.

27 Oct 2020

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

We had the best time a beautiful house in great location.Space for all of us.. perfect.

This was a great choice. We loved the house and location. Sunrise, sunset, the refuge, the beach and stargazing at night.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

About the host

Hosted by Ellen de Bremond

My husband, daughters, grandchildren and I enjoy this house immensely! We started coming here when the girls were little, they are now full grown with children. We live in Garrett Park, Maryland and love to come to Chincoteague to relax and enjoy the quiet island life. A regular day in Chincoteague for us is going for a bike ride around the nature reserve to the beach, swimming and playing in the water, followed by some relaxation on the deck with a glass of white wine and an amazing seafood dinner,

We love this house and are really happy to be able to share it now with brand new floors, new paint, and many other upgrades!

Why they chose this property

Our family has been vacationing in Chincoteague since the early 1970s. We first owned a house in town on Chicken City Road, but when the Maddox family decided to sell Piney Island, we jumped at the chance to build a little house in the Piney woods. With my own children now grown, we have a new tradition of bringing our young grandchildren here to enjoy the magic and beauty of Chincoteague. While much of the beach towns of the eastern shore have changed quite a bit over the last 40 years, so much of what makes Chincoteague unique and special-- the wildlife refuge for bird and pony-watching, the quiet peacefulness, the 'fishermans-town' feel of Chincoteague, remain the same.

What makes this property unique

Our house is located on Piney Island, a15 min walk/5 min. bike ride from the entrance to Assateague National Seashore. It is close to everything (restaurants, the best bbq place on the island, surf shop, bike rentals, family dollar for essentials) and yet Piney Island is remote, quiet peaceful. There are very few parts of Chincoteague that are this relaxing and mellow.

The house itself is surrounded by pine trees. At night you'll hear the trees whispering in the night breezes and see the lighthouse flashing from across the channel. You are one street from the water!

For kayaking and boating, the Piney Island community has a boat launch right down the road a short 5 minutes away. The Assateague Channel is also about 500 feet (stones throw) from the house, so though you are not right on the water, you are always surrounded by the fresh salt air and cool breezes.

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English, Spanish

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

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Bedroom 1 new mattress

Bedroom 3

Den

2 bathrooms

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