Perched on the shores of Chesapeake Bay, this New York architect-designed beach house is a haven where you can unwind amidst civilized splendor. Lounge in the modern great room with its barrel vault ceiling, cook up a storm in the gourmet kitchen with TWO dishwashers and French stove. Enjoy unparalleled western views from your private deck or take a refreshing dip at your very own beach.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Modern Private Beach House
A sanctuary, an oasis, a one of a kind experience communing with nature while lounging in civilized splendor—all are apt descriptions of this New York architect designed beach house on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. Guests enjoy stunning waterfront views from a finished floor height of 36 feet. The Eastern Shore of Virginia is famous for its flat tidewaters, but this property is perched amongst unusual relic Sandhills, complete with pines, gum trees and vast sea and sunset vistas.
The space In addition to having a view of its own private beach, this home is warm, modern, unpretentious and it just WORKS. One very generously sized great room with a barrel vault ceiling serves as the public space, while three bedrooms and a study await your presence in the more private two story section. Cook in the gourmet kitchen with a French stove and TWO dishwashers. Watch movies on the 66” television attached to a rolling media cart which can be moved and angled in any direction. Lounge on the deck overlooking the bay and enjoy unparalleled western views. In the evenings, skinny dip (I’m not sure this is legal but who would ever know?) in divine summer salt water temperatures at your private beach. Heaven!
Details—guests have access to the entire space minus a couple of owner’s closets. There is a desk in the great room plus an office upstairs in the master area, perfect for remote working. The internet service is surprisingly fast and reliable.
The kitchen and cooking: • If you like Nespresso products, bring some capsules for coffee to use in the Nespresso machine. Otherwise try the French press or drip coffeemaker, or enjoy the electric tea kettle. • Some basic spices and oils are stocked and rosemary grows in the yard, but you’ll want to supplement with your favorites. • The gas stove has both a gas and electric oven and five burners. • The fridge/freezer is German - it produces adequate but not copious amounts of ice. If you love ice in all your drinks, it might be a good idea to bring a bag with you. • As mentioned elsewhere, there are two dishwashers. Praise be to God. • A Weber charcoal grill is available outside for grilling.
The bedrooms and baths: • The master (king) bedroom contains an en-suite bath with a deep tub, mosaic floor, separate shower and WC, plus a large TV in front of the bed. • The second (Queen) bedroom facing the water also has en suite bathroom with a tub/shower combo and marble mosaic floor and walls. • The third (king) bedroom uses a full bath in the main hall outside the doorway. All bedrooms have ceiling fans.
Outside: • Is an outdoor shower 👍🏽. • There is a garden hose to use for washing sand off feet • There are raccoon proof (so far) containers for trash • Is where the charcoal grill lives. • Because we are right on the bay and not on a creek, we rarely get jellyfish. • Biting insects are also scarce. • Wildlife abounds! Deer, foxes, woodpeckers, pelicans, and songbirds act like they’re on TV.
Guest access Guests have access to the entire home and its private beach down a clamshell path.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Books
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Rules
Pet Policy: Please note that our pet-friendly homes such as this one allow only 1 pet under 50 lbs or 2 pets under 25 lb each per booking.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: There is a $350 fee per pet.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Located in Eastville, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chesapeake Bay and Cape Charles Beach. Visit our Eastville travel guide
Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)
90 min drive
Restaurants
Small’s Smokehouse
15 min drive
Hardee's
14 min drive
McDonald's
15 min drive
Top China
16 min drive
The Shanty
20 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Modern Private Beach House pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Modern Private Beach House?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Modern Private Beach House?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Modern Private Beach House?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Modern Private Beach House located?
Situated near the beach, this holiday home is steps away from Chesapeake Bay and Savage Neck Dunes Natural Area Preserve. Tankards Beach and Wilkins Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Modern Private Beach House Reviews
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The house is beautiful, spacious and inviting. When I saw the pictures online, I knew I wanted to stay here. It is a perfect place to get away and relax.
Fun, restful, joyful, beautiful, rejuvenating! We love this house, property and location. Everyone throughly enjoyed themselves. Couldn’t have asked for a better getaway.
This is an amazing place to stay. Beautiful location in the woods and on the beach.
Beautiful secluded getaway with amazing beach access. We enjoyed long walks on the beach into a neighboring conservancy, took a polar bear plunge (February visit), and warmed up in front of a roaring fire inside this stunning home. The kitchen is fully appointed. The house was spotless when we arrived, the beds were made and incredibly comfortable, and we were able to hit the ground running when we arrived. So thankful that we were able to slip away to this oasis for a few days. We will most certainly continue to rent this home. We’ve stayed on the Eastern Shore a number of times over the years and there is neither a nicer beach to be had nor a more unique and wonderful home to occupy.
Incredible home, amazing views, quiet, easy drive in to Cape Charles. I need the option to give more than 5 stars. Perfect long weekend getaway for our family ( kids ages 17 and 20). We hope to go back!
Sarah was a dream to work with and provided everything you could ever even think to need. The house is a work of art, filled with works of art, with a view like something out of a painting. Very very private and serene. We could sit on that deck All. Day. Long.
We had a wonderful stay! The home is beautiful and the beach and views are magical! Great location, easy to get to Cape Charles and surrounding attractions. Sara was very a joy to communicate with, very responsive.
Thanks for sharing your beautiful home!
A beautiful house in a beautiful setting. Close to Cape Charles with easy access to restaurants and a grocery store. Bedrooms and bathrooms were very comfortable and clean, with high quality bedding. Kitchen is well-appointed. We stayed for Thanksgiving and cooking for a group was a breeze. Be aware that the double-oven configuration means each oven is considerably smaller than a standard 30" unit typical of U.S. homes. Large glass doors were a wee bit drafty, due largely to 20-30 mph winds on the first two nights. Very slight downgrade on cleanliness as the kitchen floors could have used a mopping, and some of the countertops were also needing a wipe-down (we would have rated the overall cleanliness 4.75 stars if that was an option). Owner was very nice and responsive. Overall a very high quality property in a wonderful setting with a conscientious owner. Would definitely stay there again and would recommend it to friends and family.
This house was a dream come true. Breathtakingly beautiful, peaceful, private beach, most thoughtful host, showers where water hits from every possible direction, orchids and mosaics. Cried when we left. So thankful to have had this indelible experience. Thank you, Sara.