3700 Sandpiper Road #418A

Amazing views of sunsets on Back Bay! Comfortable stylish living with spacious rooms and nice upgrades. 5th Floor Master Suite with private balcony and whirlpool tub in master bath. Stainless appliances and granite counters in kitchen.  All bedrooms have private baths. Come live the Sandbridge Life!

Specifications:

• Built in 2006
• 2,260 Square Feet
• 3 Bedrooms/3 Full Baths
• Granite Counters
• Stainless Appliances
• Whirlpool Tub
• Balconies
• Walk-In Closets

Community Amenities:

• Clubhouse
• Elevator
• Pool
• Exercise Room

Offered at $475,000 (Price Reduced 5.16.13)

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3237 Sandfiddler Road

“Making Memories” has undergone a thorough makeover and is ready for a new owner!  Over $100,000 in renovations were completed on this property.  Some of the amazing transformations include the landscaping, fencing, deck, pool liner, siding, windows, roof, carpet, paint and more!  If you liked “Making Memories” before, you are sure to LOVE it now!

As you enter “Making Memories” you immediately understand that it’s not just a name; this is an entertainment haven bursting with opportunity to make memories that will last a lifetime.  Behold the glistening pool from your first few steps inside the foyer and let it lead you to the immense game room.  Built for comfort, this recreation room has room for it all – a pool table, poker table, seating and even a full sized refrigerator & upgraded bar.

Touches of bright, beachy colors with tropical themed furnishings adorn the entire home.  Just around the corner is a full bath and a separate laundry room boasting loads of storage space including cabinets, shelves and a closet.

Unwind in your private backyard!  A sparkling pool, relaxing hot tub, custom Tiki Bar and abundant open sitting areas provide your own private paradise!  Cherish the moments you will spend gazing at the stars from the hot tub and lounging by the pool.

Journey up the beautiful staircase highlighted with wrought iron balusters to discover an inviting main living area.  A cheerful ambiance is created by the bright natural light beaming in from the sizable skylight, soaring ceilings and two large windows with amazing beach views.

Cook a gourmet meal in this modern kitchen with upgraded stainless steel appliances, beautiful granite counters and a large center island with plenty of cabinet and counter space.  Additional space for dining and entertaining can be found on the screened in back porch straight off the dining area.

Two Master Suites are tucked back in their own private corners of the house.  Both have luxurious private bathrooms.

Other upgrades and features of “Making Memories” include the new windows throughout, custom tile and the fact that the beach is just a few steps away!  “Making Memories” is a very popular rental house that would make an excellent home away from home.

Specifications:

• 6 bedrooms
• 5 bathrooms
• 3,300 square ft. (per appraisal)
• New windows
• Game room
• In ground pool
• Custom tile throughout
• New Kitchen – granite countertops, appliances and cabinetry
• New Landscaping and Fencing
• New Pool Liner
• New Siding
• New Front Entrance
• Shuffle Board Court
• New Roof
• Driveway Pavers
• Bathrooms – new vanity and light fixtures
• Custom tiki bar – pool side
• Hot Tub
• Large screened back porch
• Spacious decks
• Access to beach directly across the street
• Popular vacation rental

Offered at $1,025,000

April has been a very welcome month to Sandbridge after a particular wet, cold and windy March at the beach. Our sand replenishment project is in full swing and they are currently working in the 3300 block.

Sandbridge Beach through the work of the Sandbridge Beach Business Association has been given approval as a Certified Blue Wave Beach for the 2013 beach season by the Clean Beach Coalition (CBC). Blue Wave is America’s first environmental, health, and safety certification for beaches. This approval means that Sandbridge Beach, its residents and visitors will voluntarily pledge to uphold seven responsible beach management practices. They are water quality, beach and intertidal conditions, safety, services, habitat conservation, public information/education and erosion management. The community is very excited to be part of the Blue Wave Family. For more information see their website at www.cleanbeaches.com

On the real estate front, spring has been very active with 8 homes pending sale and 7 sold during the month of March. On the condo side there are 3 pending sale and 3 sold properties for the same time period. There are currently 55 homes for sale and 32 condos. This represents approximately a 35% reduction in inventory from the same period last year.

A few events coming up in Sandbridge include the Spring Clean-up scheduled for Sunday April 28th at 1pm, meet at Little Island Park, the Memorial Day Parade at Sandbridge Shores on May 27th and the Annual July 4th Boat Parade. See our sister site www.sandbridgelife.com for more detail on these and all the latest news about Sandbridge Beach.

Aloha,
Pat

The vacation housing market is looking bright these days in part because of favorable economic conditions, but second-home sellers attribute the increase to strategic marketing as well.

“We tell people this is an important investment and not just another toy,” says Peter Colvin, co-developer of Kingfisher Cove, a luxury lakefront cottage community near Saugatuck, Mich.

For Colvin, also a longtime investment advisor, you must first create reasonably priced vacation homes, and then convince potential buyers about the financial viability of the purchase.

“You’ve got to assure buyers that if they want to rent it out when they’re not using it, the home could truly pay for itself,” he says.

Vacation home sales were up 10.1 percent in 2012, according to the National Association of REALTORS®’ 2013 Investment and Vacation Home Buyers Survey.

Colvin isn’t discounting broader housing-market gains over the past few years as a major factor in boosting second-home sales. With increasing employment figures, net worth stabilizing, and Americans having a little extra money in their pockets, investing in a second home is becoming an increasingly popular trend.

“It’s a whole different world right now,” he says. “As the pent-up demand shows itself and interest rates hold low, I think it’ll create even better conditions to buy a second home. We’re back to where things should be.”

— Melissa Kandel, REALTOR® Magazine

 

Sand Replenishment May 2013 – Photo Courtesy of Bill & Anne Gassett

Sand Replenishment is moving along and the project has caught the attention of the local media.  Channel 10 Wavy News was recently out on our beach filming the progress of the project.  Watch the video below to see time lapse footage as well as hear from Phillip Roehrs with the City of Virginia Beach as he explains why this project was necessary and gives a little background on previous replenishment projects.

Bill and Anne Gassett snapped some great photos of the replenishment crews working away during one of their Sandbridge Sunrise photo shoots this week as well.  According to the news report, this phase of the project is slated to finish by the end of May/early June.  Just in time for our summer guests to arrive and enjoy the wider beach.

2576 Sandpiper Road – 3rd Row

“The Beachcomber” is a traditional beach cottage in every sense of the phrase.  As you tour one of Sandbridge’s most affordable properties, be sure to check  out the ocean views.  The rear deck is partially covered with room for seating.  Convenience is a top priority with the first floor living area doubling as in-law suite complete with a full fridge & sink.  You will find bright white cabinets and bar seating in the upstairs kitchen and the dining area looks out to the deck.  The sizable fenced backyard provides plenty of room to install a swimming pool.  Quick walk to beach access!

Specifications:

• Year Built:  1977
• 1,968 Sq. Ft.
• Cathedral Ceilings
• Newer HVAC
• Partially Covered Deck
• Ocean Views
• 1 Car Garage
• Fenced Backyard
• In-Law Suite

Offered at $465,000
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3652 Sandpiper Road

Sandbridge Two is one of Sandbridge Beach’s most affordable properties!  Recent improvements (2012) to the property include new carpet, artwork, deck furniture and a fresh coat of paint on the exterior.  Sandbridge Two is ideally located near Little Island Park and Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge.  Enjoy the convenient location to these two places where you can partake in all kinds of outdoor activities.  After a long day of adventures at the beach, Little Island Park or Back Bay it is highly recommended to take a refreshing swim in your own private pool!  Sip a cool beverage while relaxing on the screened porch or beat the heat while you leisurely lounge in the sizable living room.  A wonderful beach getaway!

Specifications:

• Built in 1973
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Full Baths
• 1810 Sq. Ft.
• In-Ground Pool
• New Carpet, Artwork, Deck Furniture & Exterior Paint in 2012

Priced at $629,000

3124 Sandpiper Road

Totally renovated!  Ocean Key is an excellent rental property that has undergone thorough remodeling from top to bottom.  Loaded with charm and a cheerful ambiance, this sprawling property is decorated with bright colors as well as nice hardwood flooring.

Check out the enormous second story entertainment room just past the main entrance that is excellent for hosting movie nights for large groups.  Just around the corner you will find the spacious formal dining room that leads into the kitchen.  Adorned with a large island with seating, storage and views of the pool, this kitchen provides an excellent space for entertaining a sizable crowd.

Relax in the comfortable living room that boasts a roaring fireplace, built-ins and views of the pool.  For even more R&R time head upstairs to discover two unbelievably immense master suites.  Each Master Suite has a big walk in closet, ocean views, pool views and jetted tubs in the baths.

Enjoy your coastal lifestyle while watching the waves crash into the shore from your winding back deck that covers several stories.  Guests of all ages will love splashing and playing all day in the sparkling pool.

Specifications:

• 7 Bedrooms
• 5 Full Baths/1 Half Bath
• 3600 Sq. Ft.
• In-Ground Pool
• Beach Views
• Fireplace
• Walk-In Closets
• Roof Top Deck

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Offered at $928,000

“Sandbridge Three” is all about convenience and location!  Featuring ocean and bay views as well as easy beach access, this gorgeous beach property makes a great rental property or vacation home.  If you have never seen a Sandbridge sunrise or sunset you are in for a real treat!  Watch both from the comfort of your own home.  An open floor plan loaded with windows allows for natural light to pour indoors and creates a cheerful ambiance.  The recently remodeled kitchen features a large island with bar seating, bright white appliances and plenty of cabinet space.  Leisurely days are well spent lounging in the loft overlooking the living room.  Enjoy deck access from bedrooms and fantastic ocean views!  Conveniently located just a few steps away from the beach and with a sparkling private pool, Sandbridge Three is a wonderful beach getaway!

Specifications:

• Built in 1977
• 5 bedrooms
• 2 Full Baths/2 Half Baths
• 1500 Sq. Ft.
• In-ground Pool
• Can be purchased fully furnished, call for rental history

Priced at $585,000

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