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Oceanfront, 2-story penthouse with 3 balconies, 3 pools & 2 gyms

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Outdoor dining
Pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
On the beach
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire condo

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10244 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Oceanfront, 2-story penthouse with 3 balconies, 3 pools & 2 gyms

The Sanctuary - Rock Lobster Penthouse B407

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Welcome to Rock Lobster Penthouse, one of the only condos at The Sanctuary with three private balconies. At over 2,600 square feet, this oceanfront, two-story penthouse offers luxury, comfort, and panoramic views of Little Island Pier and the great Atlantic Ocean.

This penthouse is uniquely decorated with custom-painted murals by local artist Sam Welty. The living area is bright and spacious with comfortable seating and great ocean views from the two balconies on the first floor. Watch spectacular sunrises while sipping your coffee in a rocking chair. The living area is also a terrific place for family get-togethers and movie nights after days spent at the beach.

The top-of-the-line kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances (including an extra-large refrigerator/freezer), an island for extra seating, and lots of cabinet space.

The bedrooms (all with TVs) include three primary bedroom suites. The first suite occupies the entire second floor, offering a private balcony and a bathroom with granite countertops, a tile-and-glass shower, and an oversize jetted tub. The second suite is also on the oceanfront, featuring private balcony access.

The Sanctuary offers wonderful on-site amenities, including three outdoor pools, Viking grills, and two fitness centers. Adjacent to the complex is the 400-foot fishing pier at Little Island Park, which also includes a children’s playground; tennis, pickleball, basketball, and volleyball courts; and enough public parking for the unexpected visitor. Just down the road, you can explore Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, which offers beach access and hiking trails galore.

Things to Know
The community pool is open annually from the beginning of June to the end of August for guest use. Pool dates are weather permitting and at the Condo Association's discretion.
The Sanctuary HOA schedules structural upkeep during the off-season, blocking off certain sides of the buildings, making it unsafe for our guests to be on the balcony. The balcony may not be available for guests from October to mid-May.
The desk located in the upstairs bedroom
This property is managed by Vacasa Virginia LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 4.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Virginia

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Fishing 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

  • Unit size: 2627 sq ft (244 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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

Property is also known as

75452

About the neighborhood

Map
Virginia Beach, VA

What's nearby

  • Sandbridge Beach - 6 min walk
  • Ocean Breeze Waterpark - 24 min drive
  • Naval Air Station Oceana - 24 min drive
  • Virginia Beach Boardwalk - 24 min drive
  • Virginia Beach Convention Center - 30 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Shorebreak Pizza & Taphouse - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Señor Fox Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Brooklyn Bagels - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Margie & Ray's Crabhouse - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront, 2-story penthouse with 3 balconies, 3 pools & 2 gyms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront, 2-story penthouse with 3 balconies, 3 pools & 2 gyms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront, 2-story penthouse with 3 balconies, 3 pools & 2 gyms?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront, 2-story penthouse with 3 balconies, 3 pools & 2 gyms located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sandbridge condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of False Cape Beach and Sandbridge Beach. Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

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Oceanfront, 2-story penthouse with 3 balconies, 3 pools & 2 gyms Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Melissa V.

Exceptional vacation!
We loved everything about this penthouse! Our 4 teenage boys loved every second of it, as did the 4 adults!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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6/10 Okay

Beth U.

Has the potential to be so much more!
The unit was clean and the kitchen well stocked for your cooking needs. Unfortunately that’s where it ended. I expect better furniture and beds when I’m paying that amount of money for a week. I’ve stayed in other units at The Sanctuary and didn’t have the same experience. Shop around.
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6/10 Okay

Ann P.

Rock Lobster
The view of the ocean is spectacular!

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 stars
Great location and condo!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

Rock Lobster Penthouse
We absolutely loved this condo and location! The balconies and rocking chairs are amazing! The condo had everything we needed and more. The beds were comfortable. The space is peaceful and inviting. We can’t wait to return!
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8/10 Good

Vicki F.

This condo was great for a group of 7 ladies. The house could have been cleaner.
Loved the fact that each bedroom had a bathroom

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful ocean views
Easy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Cynthia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
condo was as advertised.. few glitches with AC unit..Keyless entry would have been easier.
The 2 buildings of Sandbridge need some TLC. dirty stairwells, pool bathrooms with no toilet paper or women’s restroom locked from the inside for several days. There is no swim up bar at the ocean pool land the bar building is an wye sore and looks like it’s going to fall done. The Mexican restaurant on site was great. Brian from maintenance was AWESOME!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cathy K.

Relaxing and rejuvenating oasis
We spent a week at the Rock Lobster Penthouse and enjoyed every minute of our stay. The condo is right in the beach and has three decks to chose from to enjoy the sunrise or sunshine. Everything you need for a beach trip is either there or close by. The large kitchen is equipped with multiple pans, utensils, etc so you can enjoy cooking for family at the condo.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Leah H.

Great place
We loved this place! There were a few things that were a struggle with somethings. The oven didn't work but the microwave worked just fine for what we needed! It was a beautiful view and really close and easily accessible to the ocean. It was a 30 min drive to Virginia beach which everything we did was there but it was well worth it!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
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6/10 Okay

Barbara C.

May Stay
A decent penthouse, however, the penthouse is on the market for sale and the home owner is not interested in making any updates to the furniture or kitchen appliances. The living room furniture is very worn and there was a chair that had two front broken or loose legs which made the chair unsafe to sit in. The microwave in the kitchen, above the stove, is not working so the home owners had a countertop microwave that they just put there for use, and the dishwasher was not working properly and when load, the dishwasher leans forward because it has not been installed properly. Vacasa needs to up their cleaning department! They charge a ridiculous cleaning fee, and you would expect the unit would be immaculate! Not so!!! That said…….the views are amazing❣️
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8/10 Good

Brittney M.

Loved the condo but won’t come back
The place looked just like the pictures everything was nice, the balconies definitely could have been cleaner and that’s with me understanding that it was still technically the off season. Someone unlocked and tried to come in the codo but we had the top lock locked so it caught when they opened the door- we heard “oops” and they closed the door… we checked in Monday and that happened Tuesday morning. I called and even text 3 numbers and explained what had happened and no one could give me an answer and I have yet to have an answer, we left early because we were uncomfortable and honestly disappointed.
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

Life Changing
We loved everything. This beautiful home was clean well prepared and absolutely met everyone of our expectations. We want to thank the owners for allowing us to share in your beautiful home. We celebrated 39 years of marriage and my wife's 60th birthday with our children and a few friends, your home is set up so that we could enjoy our family and maximize every minute. We enjoyed the views we enjoyed being able to relax in a comfortable home and we look forward to doing this every year. Thank you so much. We also want to thank Cathy and the staff for everything that they did to help make this visit memorable .

6/10 Okay

Morgan S.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Not cleanly, pools and spa closed
We arrived to the condo shortly after check in and the beds were made and the bathroom sinks were cleaned, but that was the extent of the cleaning done prior to our arrival. My baby was crawling on the floor and in a matter of minutes his clothes and feet turned black from dirt. We mopped twice and it still wasn't great. The walls were filthy, as was the dining room table. There were unwashed blankets wadded up in a bedroom closet that smelled hideous. There was mold around the air conditioning vents, bugs in the shower, debris on the carpet (we found toothpicks and hair not vacuumed). My husband changed the air conditioning filter as it was completely covered in dust. There was dirt/or what looked like could have been dried blood on a top bed bunk sheet. The refrigerator had not been cleaned. Dust/cob webs hanging from the kitchen ceiling. I left a review the night we arrived and was told someone would be in contact as soon as possible for cleaning, we are on our way home a week later and did not hear from anyone. The pools and hot tub closed the morning after we arrived so that was quite a disappointment for our children. The elevators worked about 50% of the time so that was also a pain.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
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6/10 Okay

Sara E.

Great Unit, Disappointed in New Management
This was a well laid out, spacious unit with great access to the elevator and an amazing beach view. We’ve stayed in this complex for four years now and love the setup. Unfortunately, we were very disappointed with the change in property management. The unit wasn’t fully cleaned when we arrived (needed to be vacuumed, sand and a dirty wash cloth in one bathroom) and we weren’t given any toilet paper to start with. The elevator call button was also broken for most of our stay. Looking to book next year, rates are 40% higher year over year and the price goes up every time you view a property. We decided to stop staying here and have sought a rental with another company as a result.

8/10 Good

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
fabulous property
The condo is fantastic! It's well stocked for cooking at home for a big group. Views from the multiple balconies are stunning. Plenty of space. Coffee lovers beware! The glass carafe for the drip coffee maker was MIA and despite multiple calls to Vacasa and multiple promises, it remained missing for the duration of our stay. There was a Keurig machine, however we didn't bring Kcups so had to send someone out for supplies in order to have coffee in the morning. A seemingly minor detail but put a damper on our trip. Additionally, we had two in our group with difficulties walking which was only a problem when our elevator access key cards stopped working randomly one evening. We called Vacasa again and did receive a call from maintenance who shared that the elevators are frequently down at this complex. We did receive two additional keys (the next day) but by then, the original keys were working again. Beware if you are elderly or otherwise elevator dependent. Supposed to be nonsmoking area but we stepped out onto the balcony when we arrived to a could of tobacco smoke. Seemed to be the floor below us and thankfully a one time occurrence.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kavitha

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property
Very nice location, clean well kept property! We were lucky to see dolphins from the balcony close to the shore
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

Dream vacation!
The views! The surf! The sand! The house! Rock Lobster rocks!

8/10 Good

Traci Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach 2024
We enjoyed our stay at Sandbridge. Condo was as described. Beach was great. We were a little disappointed at the lack of restaurants in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Steve F.

Very nice Condo but beware that website is misleading. No hot tub or Cabana.
View and beach access was great. Building A pool area was very nice. B ok. Condo beautiful and spacious for 6 adults and 4 children. Jose Tequilla at Sanctuary was excellent and great service.
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8/10 Good

Erin C.

Great week!
Overall we had an amazing week! The location to the beach and views from our balconies were amazing!! We have been going to the Outer Banks for years but this was our first trip to Sandbridge. The transition with the Vacasa buyout seems to be very rocky as they don’t have enough local employees to run the facility (and this is no fault of the local staff that is there). The building is in need of general maintenance and cleaning that comes with being an oceanfront property. When you check in you’re given a packet of info with a map but the buildings aren’t marked and there’s nobody explaining where the condo unit actually is or how to access it. We figured it out but if things were marked more clear it wouldn’t been easier. There’s an awesome beachfront pool with a swim up bar that could be amazing but they have NOTHING in stock. You aren’t allowed to bring in your own food or drink inside the area which wouldn’t be a problem if they had drinks and food in stock. We were given a menu to order lunch and our family decided what we wanted and when we tried to order the bartender told us they only had hot dogs and chips on the side! Umm then why even hand us a menu?! LOL! We aren’t hard to please but that’s beyond ridiculous! No bags of chips or snacks, no bottled water, no beer. No nothing! We have always rented a beach house so we’re used to doing things on our own but with more staff and a little love this place could be truly incredible! The condo itself was great and the Kitchen was well stocked!!
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4/10 Poor

Denise C.

Denise from Ohio
Upon checking in our condo had never been cleaned. Slept in beds, dirty towels on the bathroom floors, crumbles of food on the table and kitchen counters, etc. It took 20 minutes to reach anyone as all their phone numbers went to an answering machine. A half hour later people came in to clean. The people from the cleaning service were wonderful. The condo next to ours was never cleaned as they were not lucky enough to get a human to answer. They did their own cleaning and laundry replacing. The water was off for 14 hours on our second day. Again, took 5 phone numbers to reach a person. And this includes the “emergency “ number on their welcome envelope. The condo itself was beautiful and comfortable.
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8/10 Good

Andrea V.

Pleasant
We love this place, this is our second time staying in rock lobster this time though there was more mildew in the showers and on the fans which was concerning. Also wood trim that was off the wall laying around. Also Very buggy on balcony.
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8/10 Good

Mary Q.

Rock lobster b407
Overall great condo, could use a new couch and the tv in the bunk room did not work. But would rent again
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10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

Great place!
Spent the weekend there with family for a party across the street at the Baja. The place was very clean, very spacious, and fantastic views of the ocean! Will definitely rent this one again!