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Beachfront Getaway, Mermaid Suite, 🐶 💙

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Interior
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7192 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beachfront Getaway, Mermaid Suite, 🐶 💙

Escape to a serene, private beach with breathtaking views and everything you need for the perfect vacation.

Welcome to Big Blue, where you can go barefoot from front door to your private beach and your unforgettable memories await.

Fully stocked kitchen, board games, comfy beds, modern bathrooms, modern outdoor patio, gas bbq grill, well lit space, extra home amenities, beach gear, gym and very attentive hosts.

Condo not suitable for children under 7.

One or two dogs are welcome with pre-approval and $100 pet fee.

This beach front condo style home is 1 of a 3 unit property. This particular unit is 2,071 sq. ft. with 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms on the 3rd floor of a 3 story building. There is an identical 2,071 sq. ft. 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms unit on the 2nd floor. These units have separate doors connected by 2 flights of stairs. The first floor has a foyer entrance to the stairs and a garage. There is also another separate third unit, a 1 bedroom 2 bathroom beach cottage that is not connected to this building.

This unit is an open floor plan connecting the kitchen, dining room, mini office space and living room with beach views. The kitchen has a large island flanked by two bar stools and it comes fully stocked. It also comes with complimentary coffee, hot cocoa, cream and sugar.

The master bedroom has king size bed with comfy memory foam mattress and 43 inch Smart TV. The newly updated large master bathroom has a rain fall shower, large bath tub and an extra vanity. The second bedroom is roomy with queen size bed, memory foam mattress and 43 inch Smart TV. The third bedroom has a bunk bed with 2 full size memory foam mattresses and a large bean bag to lounge in. The newly renovated hallway bath has a double vanity with stand up shower.

New modern outdoor patio with gas bbq grill and sitting area with fire table.

For the security of our guests and the safety of our home and beach amenities, we have external security cameras located at the front door, foyer, and beach pathway.

Property manager

Cecilio Ricardo

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Recycling
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Unit size: 2071 sq ft (192 sq m)

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 neighborhood

Map
Norfolk, VA

What's nearby

  • Norfolk Beaches - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Oceanview Fishing Pier - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ocean View Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Naval Station Norfolk - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Old Dominion University - 13 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk Station - 20 min drive
  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪NEX Food Court - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cap'n Rons Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachfront Getaway, Mermaid Suite, 🐶 💙 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Beachfront Getaway, Mermaid Suite, 🐶 💙?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront Getaway, Mermaid Suite, 🐶 💙?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront Getaway, Mermaid Suite, 🐶 💙 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Willoughby Spit condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Norfolk Beaches and Oceanview Fishing Pier. Ocean View Beach is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.

Beachfront Getaway, Mermaid Suite, 🐶 💙 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
Clean, quiet, spacious, and very relaxing!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, clean house
The views of the ocean with dolphins playing was a great way to start the day. No need to bring anything extra as everything you need to enjoy the beach is supplied. In fact, all the basic necessities were provided for our brief stay. Although the unit is on the third floor, the steps were not exhausting. The pillows and mattresses were more comfortable than ours at home. Communication was excellent before and during our stay. We would stay at this comfy house again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing 😍
I’ve rented plenty of vacation homes, all very nice, but this one by far was the best!! So clean, comfy, convenient and the owners thought of everything. I’m not a beach girl, but I thoroughly enjoyed this stay as did my fiancé and son. Great location, fantastic views…I can’t say enough good things. If we visit the area again we’ll stay here again for sure
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private and quiet
We stayed here mid to late June and the area was very private only a few other people on the beach. The water was calm and it gave us just the relaxing get away we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visit before deployment
We found this place last minute so we could travel from Pa to say our see you layers to our Marine. Super clean, large place. Wonderful views of the ocean from the living room/kitchen windows. Everything we needed to get that family time in! If he ends up bk in port after deployment we’ll be back!!! Rick was great to work with, allowed us to move our bikes into the foyer area so they were safer. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Right on the beach - very cozy and easy.
My mom and I had a great stay at this beachfront condo during our trip. The location is superb, right on the beach and very accessible. It turned out to be a perfect spot for both relaxation and telecommuting. The condo is spacious with calming bedrooms that offer stunning views of the ocean through expansive windows. We appreciated the quiet beach atmosphere and the friendly locals. Additionally, the rental provides beach equipment which was very convenient. It's exceptionally dog-friendly, complete with treats and a designated feeding area for pets. Although the condo doesn’t have a balcony, it wasn’t an issue for us since the beach was just steps away. Overall, a fantastic vacation spot that catered to all our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nma A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
We really enjoyed staying here. would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebeca C.

Liked: Cleanliness
My stay at big blue getaway on the bay
The house and area itself was very beautiful and felt super comfortable. This place provided us snacks when we first arrived and beach toys and equipment to use at the beach along with board games and more. Overall the floor we stayed in truly made us enjoy our stay at the beach even more.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Vacation
The condo was amazing. This was our first experience with this host and was extremely pleased. The place was very clean with many extras to make our stay comfortable. The beach access was amazing, it was not crowed at all. I would strongly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay
The Big Blue Getaway was a lovely place with ample amenities (kayaks, paddleboards, beach chairs, etc.) and attentive hosts. Being right on the beach was perfect for our family with ease to enjoy (very quiet and peaceful). We traveled toward Virginia Beach for most dining and activities (not much in surrounding area). Great stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Woramon K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay at Mermaid Suite
We all had an amazing time staying here. The place was clean and well equipped. They provided lots of high quality amenities and we appreciate it. Our chihuahua also loved it there and seemed happier than ever staying at that place. Access to the beach is lovely and location is close to Norfolk attractions and Virginia Beach. We hope to come back😊.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M., Schwenksville, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay at the Big Blue Getaway!
My family of 6 recently spent a few relaxing days at the Big Blue Getaway in the Mermaid Suite. The property was beautiful and well-appointed, inside and out, with plenty of room for all of us. From the Mermaid Suite, we had great views of the ocean and easy access to the beach. The property also provided plenty of beach gear: chairs/loungers, kayaks, paddle boards...the list goes on. Rick and Merlyn were also amazing hosts. They were very attentive and responsive throughout our stay. We would definitely make another trip to Big Blue!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family beach trip
We had a great time staying in the Big Blue house. Rick and Merlyn were great hosts and the apartment had everything we needed to get quickly settled in. We had the beach largely to ourselves for much of the week. The location is a bit out of the way, which has pros and cons associated with it. As a plus, the beach is relatively quiet and limited to guests and owners of houses in the neighborhood (Willoughby Spit). Conversely, it is a bit out of the way from other attractions. We drove into Norfolk most evenings for dinner; the city has some great restaurants within about a 15 minute drive from the house. Based on what we wanted - a quiet place to bring our family and dog - it was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lola T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ms
Our stay was a girl's relaxation trip. It rained the whole stay but that was fine. Our home, the mermaid suite, was welcoming and beautifully decorated. Also the host was excellent. Very good property 👌
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
Everything was wonderful! Place was clean and was comfortable. Great access to the beach. Loved all the extra touches and that we could travel with our two dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betty R., Falling Waters, WV

Liked: Cleanliness
Willoughby Spit Big Blue Mermaid Suite
The Mermaid Suite was amazing. The view was amazing! So much room inside, with plenty of space for the 4 of us plus our dog. The bedrooms were very nice and nicely sized. The bathrooms were great plus you have your own laundry if needed. The kitchen was big and the layout was perfect. We loved our stay here at Willoughby Spit Big Blue! Very accommodating with lots of extras. It was wonderful to have a private beach area to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
We had a great stay here! Merlyn and Rick went above and beyond on supplying everything we could need! They were very responsive and even coordinated some special surprises for our daughter who was graduating from Regent University during our stay! We loved the fireplace and used it about every night! Was great to have our own designated parking spot. Laundry room complete with detergent was nice too! Was so helpful to have places to put our suitcases and dirty clothes in each closet. They had extra supplies that came in handy and provided soap, shampoo, conditioner, bubble bath…you name it! We also thought it was great that we could have brought our dog if we needed to. The view was awesome as well! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Welcome Home Big B
Very nice house. Lots of parking. Very clean. Beds very comfortable. Lots of towels!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family Spring Break
Rather than our typical Navy Lodge, we splurged on a beach rental and Big Blue was perfect! Rick and Merlyn havecreated a very relaxing and family friendly space. Their attention to detail was excellent- every need was anticipated- and made for a great week for me and my kids. We are looking forward to another opportunity to stay at Big Blue!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Shawn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dorsey’s
It was very nice. I only have two issues one being the check out time. It was a little early and the stairs were very steep but, the view was amazing and we would definitely come back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene Seaside Views
This rental was lovely - enjoyed a weekend getaway with a friend and we loved waking up to the sights of the water. Meticulously clean with a really well stocked kitchen made our stay very comfortable. Loved waking up to catch the sunrise and see dolphins swimming close to the shore. A lovely, relaxing getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Merike V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Modern and clean
Cozy, such a modern and clean pet friendly condo with an amazing view and perfect location. Just as pictured. The owners are really nice and communicating quickly. Really wonderful stay. Recommend strongly❤
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Jamie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place and stay!
We stayed for a long weekend birthday getaway. Nice place, clean, beautifully decorated, the bed is super firm (my back let me know). The windows facing the ocean did not have screens in them and because of the flies did not allow us to open them. The house is stocked with everything you need to cook, shower etc. Make sure to bring chairs for the beach if you want to sit out there. If you are like us and order food delivery, the choices were just okay, might be worth the 30 minute drive into Virginia beach for better choices. Place was quiet and appeared safe, we could not hear the second floor guests for the most part unless we were heading outside. Easy check in and check out. The hosts were wonderful and respond very quickly. Loved that we could bring our furbabies with us as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter Break
Big Blue 3 is an absolutely wonderful property with beach access and beautiful views. The apartment is clean and beautifully decorated. The location provides great access to hiking First Landing, Kiptokepe, and Pleasure House Point. Great winter get away - really relaxed and enjoyed the environment. The apartment is well appointed and has everything you need. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved It!
Absolutely beautiful home in a great location and so close to the beach. They were so accommodating with a last minute request and we're so grateful. We cannot wait to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022