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Oceanfront House on the beach at Croatan

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direct oceanfront home-private beach entry
FRONT OF HOUSE WITH GARAGE AND LARGE DRIVEWAY- 4 cars max
COURTYARD ENTRY
Entry hall with elevator to every floor
oceanfront deck with gas grill

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 13464.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Virginia Beach, VA
  • Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Ocean Breeze Waterpark
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Virginia Beach Boardwalk
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 2-oceanfront

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

BR 1 -Master Suite -oceanfront

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1- master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2-rock shower

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Oceanfront House on the beach at Croatan

Come and enjoy all that this oceanfront home has to offer. Its a large home (almost 5000 sq.ft) on 4 levels. Great oceanfront views. NEW oceanfront deck has gas grill for your many happy meals to come. We have beach chairs and umbrella and even our own (almost private) lifeguard. There is NEW elevated direct beach access and the beach is perfect. Bring your pets - they love our fenced yard with front and back access. Large fully equipped kitchen for your convenience.

Keywords: OCEANFRONT, SPACIOUS HOME, BEACH FRONT, WATERFRONT

Property manager

Lori Vernosky

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside on decks ok

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Virginia Beach

Located in Dam Neck, a neighbourhood in Virginia Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Shoppers can check out Virginia Beach Town Center, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Sandbridge Beach and First Landing State Park. 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 - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Ocean Breeze Waterpark - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Virginia Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Virginia Beach Fishing Pier - 4 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Virginia Beach Station - 5 min drive
  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ocean Eddie's Seafood Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Waterman's Surfside Grille - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chix Sea Grill and Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunnyside Cafe & Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Shack On 8th - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront House on the beach at Croatan pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront House on the beach at Croatan?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront House on the beach at Croatan?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront House on the beach at Croatan located?

Nestled on the beach, this Dam Neck holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Croatan Beach and Sandbridge Beach. Virginia Beach Boardwalk is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 103 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
We were not disappointed. I highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Julie C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Hazardous and in Need of A Lot of Maintenance
VRBO should not allow this property to be rented on their platform nor should it be marketed for families with kids and/or pets. The owner claims the previous month’s weather prevented outside maintenance. The issues with the patio and the walkway on the side of the house are clearly more than a month old - hazardous broken/uneven slate patio, exposed nails on walkways and on piles of old wood that have clearly been there for years, walkway lights falling off the deck, exposed cords to trip on, non-code compliant steps and landings - The outside has been neglected for years and it is impossible to avoid since it is the path to the beach. A dated but charming beach house is what we hoped for on the inside but it is not much better with black mold coming out of the ceiling air vents throughout the house. While we were there it rained and 2 of the 5 bedroom ceilings leaked, significantly. The owner claimed it was odd because it wasn’t raining that hard at the time. It’s clear to see that the ceilings just keep getting repatched, but the root of the issue is not being addressed. I requested the owner come to the property or send a representative so I could show my concerns but they did not. The owner prorated a refund of 2 days when we left the property on Thursday because of the leaks. VRBO needs to do quality control on what is being offered on their platform. My recommendation is to do your research before making a decision to stay at this or any of the owners properties
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jason M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
The property is located right on the beach and dolphins swam by each day. However, the property needs attention. We had 2 ceilings with leaks (known because trash cans were placed underneath when we arrived), lots of ants inside & out, light switches had to be wiped down, bed skirts were torn, etc. It could be a great
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lee C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Stacie E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location but needs serious updating
The location was perfect-close to the boardwalk but with a relatively private beach. The house itself needs significant renovation and maintenance. The gate going to the beach fell off the cement wall. The middle bedroom on the second floor had a serious leak which puddled on the floor. Drawers and stair handrails were loose and the deck railing was loose as well. The stove was difficult to light. The tiles in the master bathroom were coming up. The walkway to the beach was wavy and splintered. There were many ants in the kitchen and roaches too. There was a heavy mold smell on the first floor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

charles w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property...!!
Amazing property and such a great host. Excellent communication. I have stayed multiple years and have had a consistently high experience!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Anne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at Croatan
This property isn't perfect and has some cosmetic flaws but overal it is a lovely house with an AMAZING view and access to the beach. The beach had a lifeguard right out front. There is no crowd and a ton of surfers to watch in the area. The house was clean. No sheets or linens are provided so be sure to arrange that ahead of time or bring them. Croatan is really family-oriented so you need to drive to any bars or restaurants, but that's what we were looking for. Overall amazing stay in a lovely home. We'd stay again for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

randy c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ocean Front
Amazing place for family vacation,just needs a couple updates.But still a great place for family vacation.Two Thumbs Up 👍 👍
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Paul B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Great Location, Bad House
I will start with the good points about this house. It is in a convenient location, has a great view of the ocean, and the A/C, Wi-Fi and appliances worked. Cleanliness - it was terrible: cobwebs hanging from the ceiling; mold growing on a glass top table; the entire ground floor level smelled like mold and mildew; we had to wipe down all the stair handrails as they were sticky and dirty; the 2 grills were rusted, greasy, disgusting and unusable. Equipment - furniture was damaged with tape repairs; glass top dining table was not attached to the base; kitchen glasses were chipped and dangerous to use; outdoor toys were broken and rusty; Teflon coating on pots and pans was gone; other kitchen equipment was cheap and old; the ceiling fan in the entryway is rusted and makes terrible noises when you turn it on. Safety - the walkway to the beach is overgrown and had warped boards with rusty nails sticking out; broken and damaged pavers on the back patio; holes in the walls and ceilings in multiple locations; stair hand rail repaired with duct tape; toilet paper holder missing; garage almost filled with old carpets, broken furniture and unusable equipment. This house is especially dangerous for children. We have pictures to back this all up.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and on the beach
The place is dated but worked for our needs. Elevator was a plus, the incline on the stairs is daunting! Kitchen was well stocked and spacious. A few of the mattresses were could use updating or at least a mattress topper for comfort. All in all it’s a rental property on the beach, coffee in the morning watching the dolphins is worth it
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls’ Trip
We visited for a girls’ trip (me, my 80 year old mom, and 28 year old daughter) and had a wonderful time! My mom loved the elevator and enjoyed watching the ocean from the deck on the third floor. The house is beautiful, clean, and has great views of the ocean! It is only a short walk to the beach using the home’s personal walkway. The beach is very private since it is disconnected from the boardwalk. We also loved that we were able to bring our pets! Lori is a great and communicative host. We had the best time and would definitely come again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Tina H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Ocean front homes are the best for great views! The owner was communicative and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 Star location on Virginia Beach
If you want beach front property on Virginia Beach very close to stores, golf courses, and restaurants, Lori's place is for you. She is very accommodating and answers back very fast.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginny F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Great location for bringing in the new year, 2024.
AMAZING LOCATION! The elevator was particularly helpful with this home's four floors, as four of the five of us had various levels of mobility. The interior is dated, but functional. Queen-sized beds were advertised, but were really only full-sized. The king-size bed on the fourth floor was great. The 5 1/2 baths were modern and a plus during our stay; although, one of the second floor bathrooms did have an unsecured shower curtain. Conveniently, there were TV's in each bedroom; but one of the second floor rooms had a non-working television. The ice maker and dishwasher did not work; so, prepare to buy ice and wash dishes by hand. The kitchen was generously stocked with dishes, silverware, glassware, coffee makers, seating, and a FANTASTIC VIEW! The third floor deck was a high point with the wonderful ocean and moon and dolphin run views. The easy beach access and good shelling just feet from the cottage made our stay very fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic time.
Property is a little older but the location can not be beat. Right on the beach. Great weather. Family had a fantastic time.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Nikol S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
housing for conference
Well, first let me say - Lori is very responsive to your communications and needs during your stay - so do not hesitate to contact her if you need something managed. I will say that when I read the reviews last year, before renting this house and the one next door I didn't see all the reviews I'm seeing this year which seem quite neg. After staying there and reviewing recent reviews I will say the following. We had a large group 21 pp that shared two houses - we were 3 churches pooling our resources to make a local counseling conference more affordable for more pp to come. We succeeded in staying at these rentals - we could make our food on sight - the kitchen had all the utensils and bowls, and pans we needed - I don't always find that in houses we rent - it had both a perk pot and a keurig allowing for the various coffee/tea drinkers to do what they needed. these homes are aging and are used by weekly renters so things begin to happen, I do believe the owner knows about them and addressing them - further these houses are for sale. what I noticed I mentioned to the owner - for instance the cleaning service she uses didn't clean something I mentioned it and she said she would get right on it with them. I'm pretty confident the issue was resolved for the next renter - so when I say she's responsive just message her. your on the beach - house is clean - organized and we had our own school of dolphins all week - amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Randy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location!
Open house layout of kitchen very accommodating for cooking and socializing. Some deferred maintenance issues, (windows not opening, siding, fence in walkway, worn sinks and bath) but did not stop us from having tons of fun. Great master bedroom and shower. We hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Realxed beach stay
Our stay was just like the title...a relaxed beach stay. We had everything we could need at the house and the owner was quick to check in on us apon arrival and made herself available for anything we might need. Folks who complain about every fit and finish are not enjoying thier vacation like they should. We will definitely be looking at this property again, if still available, the next time w e head to the beach. It was a true pleasure.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Tim C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location
Nice house with good layout. Needs some maintenance.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Belinda M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not cool
Derelict
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

David B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation
You can't beat the location. Private access to the beach. The elevator is such a plus. Good renter communication. Good layout and plenty of space. Beautiful neighborhood. The house is in need of updating and is in some places tattered but it did not interfere with our enjoying our vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Marcia R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Beautiful Location
This house is very conveniently located on a quiet section of Croatan Beach. The new deck and walkway to the beach were very nice. We had several rather big issues with the house that the owner handled quickly and with good humor. The house needs some work to bring it back to its glory days. The basement area where the pool table and laundry are located was quite musty smelling. It is obvious the owner is working on different issues but like all houses it is never ending. The elevator was great for bringing luggage and groceries in. The lifeguard is right in front of the house. The stores for groceries are under 10 minutes away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

charles w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Stsy
Great host, great property, great location...doing it again next year if not sooner.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location w/ Beautiful Views!
Amazing family beach vacation rental! The location is great and the views are spectacular! Owner is very responsive. We had the best time:)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Melanie D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Needing renovations
It was rainy weather.. cooped up in the house made us see it needs work, and the cleanliness was not up to par… I told the owner she needs to review the cleaners of this house.. made her aware of the problems.. hopefully gets fixed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lori Vernosky

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We live full time in Croatan now, originall from DC and NY. We were avid skiers, so you will notice a bit of that around the house. We really want to make your stay with us memorable. The beach is perfect. Come and enjoy!

Why they chose this property

We love Croatan, just over Rudee bridge from the resort. Close to so many restaurants and other entertainment. Almost private beach with no street parking, but we still have lifeguard service in season. This is a big dog neighborhood. Easy walking, nice and flat. Almost surrounded by water. The sunrises are unbelievable and the dolphins love to put on a show. Come and enjoy!

What makes this property unique

It’s a super cool space. So open and airy. Original artwork throughout the place. Even have a ski lift swing in the great room(originally from Lake Tahoe where we also have a place). I’m getting new pictures this weekend and will post them here. Winters are very mild here and there is a gas fireplace to make it cozy. Come and enjoy

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English
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