Step into Big Blue, where your private beach getaway awaits. With a fully stocked kitchen, modern outdoor patio with gas bbq grill, and comfy beds in 3 spacious bedrooms, you'll feel right at home. Plus enjoy board games for family fun and a well-lit gym to keep you active.
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Entire condo
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7192 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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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, Dolphin Suite, š¶ š
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 privateĀ 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.
Itās also centrally located between historic Williamsburg, Busch Gardens, VA Beach, Norfolk Naval Station and more.
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 2ndd floor of a 3 story building. There is an identical 2,071 sq. ft. 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms condo unit on the 3rd 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 a 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 a queen size bed, memory foam mattress. 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 amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the condo: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Gym
Kayak
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
NO PARTIES! Quiet hours:10 pm-7am. Parties that attract police will result in removal of all personnel and belongings and $500 fee.
No food/drinks in bedrooms. Pets are not allowed on furniture. Any damages or extra cleaning will be paid by guests and will be reported to VRBO.
No smoking of any kind is allowed in the house. Smoking indoors will incur $500 fine. However, smoking is allowed outdoors.
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
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
About the neighborhood
Located in Willoughby Spit, a neighborhood in Norfolk, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Shoppers can check out Waterside District, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Chesapeake Bay and Buckroe Beach and Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Nauticus and Virginia Zoo. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Norfolk travel guide
Is Beachfront Getaway, Dolphin Suite, š¶ š pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beachfront Getaway, Dolphin Suite, š¶ š?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beachfront Getaway, Dolphin Suite, š¶ š?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Beachfront Getaway, Dolphin Suite, š¶ š located?
Nestled on the beach, this Willoughby Spit condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Chesapeake Bay and Norfolk Beaches. Sarah Constant Shrine Beach and Oceanview Fishing Pier are also within 15 minutes.
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It was absolutely wonderful, peaceful, beautifully kept, the perfect home away from home. Thank you, we will be back and highly recommend to others. Giselle
We rented for a visit with our son at NAS Norfolk. This was the perfect place! Close to the base, on the beach, and great kitchen to cook meals and hang out. Thank you!!
We greatly enjoyed our stay in the Dolphin suite at the Beachfront Getaway! The condo is very spacious, equipped with all the basics, and convenient location for lots of sightseeing!! The beachfront access is perfect with beautiful sunrises/sunsets. The owners were reachable about accommodations and very welcoming to our stay.
We enjoyed our stay at Big Blue with the whole family. This was our pups first visit to the ocean. She loved it! The beach was peaceful....very few people. The house was comfortable and very clean. Thank you for everything!
This property is absolutely beautiful! The owners have spared no expense on ensuring your stay has all the comforts of home. Super clean, well stocked with everything you could need and steps away from a super private beach. The owners were extremely quick to respond to any questions - we will definitely stay here again!
Big Blue condos are very clean and well maintained. The owners provide many additional amenities that other rentals do not. We had a wonderful vacation.
We had a great week staying at Big Blue! The owners checked in on us and made the arrival and departure very easy. They even made a special visit to help latch a stubborn window! Beautiful property and very clean. Easy to get to the beach and attractions. Highly recommend!
My family stayed at Big Blue for the weekend and it was fabulous! The listing is accurateāthe home is clean (spotless!), spacious, comfortable, and steps from the water (with great views from inside). Games (for indoors and outdoors) are provided along with plenty of beach gear. The hosts are friendly and helpful. We were also thrilled to be able to bring our dogāit was wonderful to have quality, pet-friendly accommodations! The whole process for the trip was seamless and we look forward to visiting againāhopefully soon!
The pictures are 100% the location but when you get there your expectations are exceeded. VERY spacious, cozy, and accommodating. Our Hosts were prompt in response and helpful. We even extended our stay one more night because the stay was so perfect! It was only my husband and I but we will be bringing our children back next time! Depending on what side of town you would like to frequent you are right in the middle - great location and stay!
Our girls trip getaway was everything we were hoping for! The condo was very clean and offered every amenity we needed. We enjoyed the private beach, beach chairs and umbrellas. There was more debris on the beach than anticipated but the city did have equipment trying to pick it up. That would not prevent us from returning again to Norfolk. Rick & Merlyn are the perfect host & hostess! We highly recommend this condo!
The property owners are actually the neighbors of this property. They were very accommodating when we arrived ahead of schedule and made sure we had a place to sit out of the heat until our rental was ready. Messages were responded to within minutes. The house was modern and very clean! Probably the cleanest rental weāve ever had. The street was very safe and perfect for families with children. All the basic necessities were provided. I cannot overstate how perfect the location and the property was. This side of the ocean had calm waters, again perfect for small children and kayaks, which we used extensively.
The property was quite clean and comfortable. The hosts were friendly and responsive. Very easy access to the beach.
One note on accessibility: The ramp and stairs to the beach need improvement to be safe for folks with ambulatory issues. My dad struggled with it and almost fell, so he couldn't go up and down alone. Normal stairs with railings are fine for him. I brought this up with the hosts. They were sympathetic and said they would work to make it safer for others.
Stayed for a long weekend for a family birthday get together. Communication with the hosts was flawless, always answered the messages via the app. The house was easy to get to in a nice neighborhood. The area was safe and quiet. The house was ready when we arrived and it was spotless. Everything was clean and in order. The kitchen is fully stocked and we found complimentary snacks and drinks waiting for us. The beach is just a few steps away and it was nice to take the dog for a walk along the water. The house is in a nice location, about 15 minutes to downtown Norfolk and a quick 30 minutes to Virginia Beach. Many things to do around the area. Private parking on the property was convenient. The property is spacious with three large bedrooms, plenty of beds, comfortable seating in the living room, fireplace and a view of the water. The TVs were good size and fully functional, HVAC kept the temperature comfortable. It was a truly enjoyable stay without a single complaint. We will definitely return to the Dolphin suite when we return to Norfolk.
The condo was really nice and clean and had so many extra touches by the owners. They literally thought of everything! They were also very accommodating allowing us to check in a little early which was great since we had our dog. The second floor where we were had a slightly obstructed view which you can see in the pics if you look closely but it didnāt bother us since you can look to either side unobstructed. I didnāt realize there was a top floor to rent as well even though it clearly says that in the description the mermaid suite probably has a little better view. The only thing I was wishing was an outdoor deck or patio to sit on to enjoy coffee in the mornings but you can easily go down and access the beach to do that. We did have a family with kids check in to the suite above us our last night and you could hear them running around But it was just here and there and couldnāt be helped. Just mentioning it for awareness for others. Overall it was a great stay and the place was very Very nice. Thank you,
Look no further this is the One ā¦the Big Blue one!!
My family and I recently had the pleasure of staying at your stunning beachfront vacation rental, and I wanted to express our heartfelt thanks for providing such an exceptional experience.
From the moment we arrived, it was clear that every detail had been thoughtfully considered. The property itself is absolutely beautiful, with elegant and comfortable furnishings that made us feel right at home. The bedrooms were spacious and the beds incredibly comfortable, ensuring we all had a restful night's sleep. The bathrooms were stocked with plush towels and high-quality toiletries.
The kitchen was a dream to cook in, fully equipped with everything we needed to prepare meals. We particularly enjoyed the open-concept living area, where we spent our evenings relaxing and taking in the breathtaking ocean views. The board games were great.
The private beach access was a true highlight of our stay. The secluded stretch of beach with its calm waves provided the perfect setting for our daily activities. Our children were thrilled with the variety of beach toys available, from the paddle board, kayaks, chairs, to the sandcastle building kits. We spent hours playing in the sand and surf, knowing we had all the equipment we needed for a fun and safe experience.
In summary, our stay was perfect. Thank you for helping us create lasting memories with our family. Canāt wait to return.
My family and I had a great stay. The house was comfortable, very clean and well-equipped. The proximity to the beach was very nice and convenient. We enjoyed all the beach equipment and the gym area. The hosts were very accommodating and communitive with our changing plans.