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Salt Heir: North End vintage beach cottage only 1 block to beach & park!

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Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
TV, fireplace, books, offices
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

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

Salt Heir: North End vintage beach cottage only 1 block to beach & park!

Let romance bloom in the arms of “Salt Heir”, a dreamy misty blue vintage beach cottage with a unique cut flower garden experience surrounding her. Location counts for nature lovers. Salt Heir is ideally located one block from the wide golden beach lining the Atlantic Ocean and one block in the other direction from swampy First Landing State Park which is loaded with tree lined hiking trails swinging with Spanish moss and a popular hidden local favorite beach at the Narrows where boats often gather which makes for a very festive atmosphere during warmer weather. Our very rare c.1930’s vacation home was lovingly restored retaining as many of the original charming details as we could possibly salvage while adding luxurious modern touches like warm marble mosaic floors in the bathrooms and laundry room and a deeply carved imported marble fireplace with a remote controlled gas log and a palace sized wool rug under our custom leather couch and club chair that adds to the overall high end designer feel of the space. Every room has at least one fabulous antique, a tradition handed down in our family. An impressive chef’s kitchen featuring brands including Viking, Meile & Big Chill & Breville will inspire you to get busy in the kitchen and make some wonderful dining memories in our sunny dining room space overlooking the front garden. We stock ground coffee, fresh half & half, basic spices, chefs knives, tools as well as a collection of All Clad cookware and SMEG coffeemaker. A Kitchenette hand mixer and Breville counter mixer & toaster oven are also included among your arsenal of kitchen tools to assist with food & drink preparation. We also have a selection of fresh seasonal herbs growing in pots surrounding our outdoor grill located on a paved patio just off of the lower back deck. We recently restored our cottage for family to enjoy for short summer vacations but now are permitted by the City and very pleased to be opening up our cottage doors for guests to book and enjoy as if it were their own family cottage. We hope to have the same guests return every year, choosing Salt Heir to enjoy with family & friends that appreciate the many fine details that set our cottage a class above most. If you appreciate a finer quality, high end beach vacation experience in an upscale but understated casual setting while visiting our resort city here in Virginia Beach then “ Salt Heir” may become your favorite destination retreat to escape to. Visiting executives traveling for work will appreciate our designated office space overlokking the garden featuring an antique Horner desk and leather Hooker adjustable executive chair along with a drawer full of office essentials. We also offer board games and books. To heighten the classic cottage charm even further we have surrounded our vintage beach cottage with a wonderful micro fresh cut “flower farm” garden embedded in the landscape which features an impressive succession of colorful cut flower & filler options from March-October. Guests are invited to cut armloads of bouquets from the surrounding garden to enjoy during their stay or request a complimentary bouquet to greet you upon arrival. Just ask when you book and we’ll take care of you and your guests to make sure fresh flower arrangements await their arrival. Vases, gloves, baskets and snips are provided for you to borrow while you harvest cut flowers. Our gem of a cottage topped with a a distinctive copper antique whale weathervane is nestled a block in each direction between the scenic swampy old Spanish moss laden hiking trails located in First Landing State Park and the wide immaculate golden beach lining the sparkling Atlantic Ocean along the North End of Virginia Beach. Our chef’s kitchen invites you to experiment with local ingredients perhaps found at the Old Beach farmers market just a few miles away open each Saturday until noon. Ample dining and living space allows room for up to 6 adults to relax. All bedrooms feature brand new extremly high end mattresses and large LG Oled TV’s tucked into designer wall cabinets with cloding doors for those who wish to take a vacation from media while staying at Salt Heir. The sunny dedicated work space featuring a heavily carved wood antique desk and comfortable adjustable executive desk chair and dining space overlook the large front flower garden are bright and welcoming. The dining room features a fabulous antique dining table from the early 1800’s and is complimented by brand new reproduction style chairs that coordinate with the era the table was created in. In the summertime the outdoor seating area overlooking the garden is an ideal space to watch the parade of people & pets traveling to and from First Landing State Park. There is a second more private outdoor living space located on the back deck featuring a covered seating area and grilling space surrounded by freshly potted herbs overlooking gardens. Our cottage offers ample off street parking for up to 3-5 cars. For guests of guests, street parking is free and on a first come first served basis with no special passes ever needed. A newer 4 seat street legal blue golf cart is also available for reservation for an additional fee of $100 a day with a 3 day minimum. Come stay at Salt Heir a block from the beach and breath easy knowing your beautiful vacation experience will always be a good one staying at Salt Heir. Look for our distinctive vintage copper whale weathervane swimming high above our garden and you will know you have arrived at the one and only Salt Heir. Welcome to your favorite beach luxury cottage!

Property manager

Danna Cullen

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Cycling 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
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

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 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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Virginia Beach, VA

What's nearby

  • First Landing State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Virginia Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Neptune Statue - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Virginia Beach Convention Center - 8 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Virginia Beach Station - 6 min drive
  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ray Ray's at the Mayflower - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pocahontas Pancake House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tulu Seaside Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lager Heads - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Salt Heir: North End vintage beach cottage only 1 block to beach & park! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Salt Heir: North End vintage beach cottage only 1 block to beach & park!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Salt Heir: North End vintage beach cottage only 1 block to beach & park!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Salt Heir: North End vintage beach cottage only 1 block to beach & park! located?

This family-friendly Virginia Beach cottage is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of First Landing State Park, Atlantic University, and Edgar Cayce's Association for Research and Enlightenment. Virginia Beach Boardwalk is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) away.

Salt Heir: North End vintage beach cottage only 1 block to beach & park! Reviews

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Cleanliness

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10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay at the beach
Beautiful cottage in a great location. Thoughtful touches throughout the home. Danna is a wonderful host. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill & April S., DFW

Liked: Cleanliness
North Side Gem!
There aren’t enough words to do this place justice in a brief review. This is for the high end luxury type folks. Heated tiles, extremely awesome, all the special touches you expect if you prefer high end, top shelf properties. Great beds and kitchen, you won’t know unless you go. Also eat at the “Leaping Lizard” and “Harvest“ while you stay in VB. 5 Star host and communication. Flowers everywhere, a real gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Missy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Stay
Our family had a terrific time at Salt Heir. The location is wonderful, house super charming and superior furnishings. Host provided everything we needed. The AC kept the house very cool and comfortable and it was very quiet. The front flower garden is beautiful and provided a great backdrop for family photos. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location and luxury accommodations!
We were a group of 3 couples, and the house was large enough for all. The primary suite and living area are especially spacious, with antiques and quality linens throughout. The kitchen is well-stocked with new equipment plus a wide variety of food items and snacks. Bathrooms are recently renovated and luxurious. It's a great location: just a block from the beach in one direction, and a block from a state park with 20 miles of interesting trails in the other. Not far from restaurants and stores, but definitely at the quiet end of the beach. The outdoor spaces would provide additional getaway spots for the introverts in your group. The host was readily available, friendly, and easy to work with (thanks Danna!). We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
I am not usually inclined to submit reviews, but the experience was so pleasant I felt the need to share. We reserved the Salt Heir for our 4th of July getaway. Everything from the house, location, amenities, and especially the host were on par with 5 star resorts we have stayed at. We arrived to a lovely home filled with drinks, snacks, and beach supplies only 2 blocks from a less crowded beach at the north end. We had use of a golf cart for easy transportation, whether down to the beach, to the state park at the end of the street, or elsewhere (it was street legal). We were even provided charcoal for the grill when we had a cook out. The host was always responsive and proactive in communication. I would recommend the Salt Heir for anyone looking for an elevated experience in Virginia Beach and would happily stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
True Gem
Encapsulates all of Virginia Beach’s beauty. Perfectly situated on the north end with access to both seashore state park and the beach. The gardens surpass any expectations that I had and the home was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
This is a perfect cottage in VA Beach. The golf cart was a huge plus!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
What an amazing property and experience! Everything about the trip was truly wonderful/lovely & fun. The Salt Heir embodies everything when one thinks about a beach cottage - however at a luxury level. We had our family of five (six for one night) staying there for our annual family reunion. We have family that live in Va Beach in the surrounding area - 52nd Street; Prince Anne etc... so this was the perfect location. Dana was very responsive in her communication which in my experience is so important. The cottage itself was very comfortable and the gardens were amazing! It was extremely hot while we were there so we were only able to enjoy the gardens one evening for an extended period of time. But if you are able to be outside there - do it! As described in her description - everything from furniture, linens to appliances are high end. I did a fair amount of cooking there and had fun with the Viking oven. If you can't find something; have a question or need something - just shoot Dana a message and she'll respond promptly. Thank you so much for hosting us and allowing us to enjoy the Salt Heir! I wouldn't hesitate to stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023