This vacation home accommodates 7 guests with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It features a patio for outdoor enjoyment. The Virginia Welcome Center at New Church and Bloxom Winery offer local attractions to explore.
Highlights
The great outdoors
Guests love the outdoor space here.
Firepit available
One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Firepit
Deck or patio
Internet access
Fireplace
Explore the area
Saxis, VA
Maui Jack's Waterpark
Place, Maui Jack's Waterpark
45 min drive
Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge
Place, Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge
48 min drive
Assateague Lighthouse
Place, Assateague Lighthouse
50 min drive
Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
Airport, Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
90 min drive
Where you'll sleep
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bunk Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
About this property
Beautiful Bayfront with Sanctuary Private Beach
Seaside Sanctuary Cottage welcomes you to your own private hideaway home with 3-bedroom, 2-full bathrooms. Scenic, stylish & SO well stocked: This listing includes parking, WIFI, smart TV, a PRIVATE BEACH, board GAMES, local books, BEACH CHAIRS+UMBRELLA, and a fire pit. Enjoy being AWAY FROM CROWDS, but only 23 miles to popular Chincoteague Island. Seaside Cottage Sanctuary provides everything you could ever need for a great vacation! Let your stress go away with a beautiful sunset and sunrise; a stroll on the beach. Let Seaside Cottage Sanctuary relieve your stress in a beautiful 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms cottage with a spectacular view of the Chesapeake Bay. This gorgeous home sits directly on the waterfront. Guests can enjoy searching for seashells, sea glass, sun, sand, the sound of the waves, fishing, crabbing, and kayaking in the back of the property. When the guests are done enjoying the beach, the guests can relax around the fire pit and watch the sunset on the back deck. The property is located in a secluded area it is recommended to get all the grocery essentials at the main route, route 13, before coming into the property. There is a grocery store, Food Lion, 13 miles or 20 minutes away if there is a need to get something during your stay at the property. The property is on well water. It is potable, but for guests that have sensitive stomachs, bringing drinking water is recommended. The fireplace is for display only.
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Saxis
Saxis is home to this holiday home. Bloxom Winery and Somers Cove Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Eastern Shore Railway Museum and Pocomoke Fair Grounds.
Robert N. Reed Downtown Waterfront Park - 43 min drive - 48.2 km
Maui Jack's Waterpark - 45 min drive - 51.0 km
Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge - 48 min drive - 52.6 km
Assateague Lighthouse - 50 min drive - 54.0 km
Getting around
Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional) - 63 min drive
Restaurants
Captain E's Hurricane Grill - 4 min drive
Brenda's on the Dock of the Bay Cafe - 4 min drive
Ape's Hole - 71 min drive
Fred W Maddox and Son - 67 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Beautiful Bayfront with Sanctuary Private Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Bayfront with Sanctuary Private Beach ?
As of 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Bayfront with Sanctuary Private Beach on 26 Jan 2027 start from £416, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Beautiful Bayfront with Sanctuary Private Beach ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful Bayfront with Sanctuary Private Beach ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful Bayfront with Sanctuary Private Beach located?
Situated in Saxis, this holiday home is within 20 miles (32 km) of Virginia Welcome Center at New Church, Bloxom Winery and Parksley Town Park. US 13 North Welcome Center and Chesapeake Forest - Dunn Swamp Complex are also within 20 miles (32 km).
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The refrigerator did not keep things cool, I would treat the well with chlorine tablets to get rid of the rotten egg smell. Other than that, our stay was pleasant.
Place is nice and big. It’s in a quiet town which is what we were looking for. The place has well water but when you turn it on it smells like straight rotten eggs. It was definitely hard to shower because that’s all you can smell. During our stay we had some electrical issues but the owner was very attentive to it. Just wish it was caught before our stay. Overall we had a nice stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2026
Hi Annamae,
Thank you for your feedback. I’m glad you enjoyed the spacious home and the quiet location. I sincerely apologize for the sulfur smell from the well water and the electrical issues you experienced during your stay. I had recently changed the water filter and the water heater, but I understand how unpleasant the odor must have been, especially while showering. I also regret that the electrical issue was not discovered before your arrival. Thank you for your patience and for giving me the opportunity to address it promptly. I’m glad that, overall, you still had a nice stay.
We had a wonderful 4 days stay. The location is peaceful and quiet with beautiful views. The house was clean and the host communicated well. Would definetly stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Mary D.
20 Apr 2026
Liked: Communication
Disliked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
They did not tell us until after we got there that they always boil the water when they stay there. There were things there that other guests complained about that they never changed. The water wasn't even turned on , so obviously the place wasn't cleaned. The were good about refunding our money.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2026
Hi Mary,
I sincerely apologize for your experience. This is not the level of service we aim to provide. My cleaner had confirmed to me that the property was fully prepared, and I regret that this was clearly not the case upon your arrival.
As this was the first booking of the season, there were unfortunately some oversights that should have been caught beforehand. I take full responsibility for that. Based on your feedback, I have since replaced the cleaner to ensure this does not happen again.
I also appreciate you bringing up the concerns about the water and previous guest feedback—those issues are now being addressed so future guests won’t encounter the same problems.
Thank you for your understanding, and I’m glad we were able to process your refund promptly.
We had a wonderful vacation. The property has a great beach. Kids had tons of fun. We would love to come back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul 2025
Thank you so much for the compliment, Aviva. I am glad that you and your family enjoyed your stay, and I am looking forward to host you again next year!!!
The property is beautiful and it was so nice to be so close to the water. Sunset view and fire pit out back were fun bonuses. Everything went smoothly and as expected. We enjoyed our stay, thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2024
Thank you very for a great review. I am glad you’ll enjoyed it. I hope to host you again.
The property was just as described. The sunsets were stunning. We saw a fox family on two evenings playing in the neighbor’s yard. The remote location is perfect if you want to get away from it all in a rural area. The host was responsive and friendly.
The property was absolutely lovely, and well equipped to entertain a group for a weekend away. The extra amenities were greatly appreciated (bikes, grill, kayak) and the neighbors were incredibly friendly. We highly recommend for a weekend getaway from the city!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review
8/10 Good
Penny I.
27 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Dale & Penny’s Bay front get away.
The house is beautiful and very clean, not as isolated as we thought based on listing. View amazing, needed lots of bug spray- but were notified of this by owner ahead of time, so it was all good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jun 2024
Hi Penny,
Thank you for a great review. I look forward to host you again soon.
Perfect area to spend some time in a kayak or sunning on the small, private beach directly behind the house. Our toddler had a blast in the house and running around by the water collecting sea glass.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun 2023
Hi Heather,
I am glad you and your family enjoyed staying at my property and thank you for a fantastic review. I am looking forward to hosting you again.
Our stay was absolutely what we were looking for. It was tranquil and beautiful. Faith was absolutely great with communication.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2023
Thank you very much for a great review Joan. I am grateful you and your family enjoyed and absorbed the tranquility of the place. I hope to host you again soon.
Delightful little place for a getaway. Truly uncrowded ...we sat on the beach all day, reading and other than the neighbor going for a beach walk, saw no one. So if you're looking for a Ocean City experience, this is not the place for you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2024
I'm grateful for your positive feedback. It would be my pleasure to welcome you back in the future.
Verified review
8/10 Good
Robin M.
3 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Very quiet
Very nice well kept home on Saxis Island. Disappointed in the “beach” during high tide there isn’t a beach and low tide allowed about 15 feet of beach. We didn’t find any see glass but did find some shells. The property provided two bicycles which were great for exploring the island and two kayaks which were also fun. Overall we had a very enjoyable time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2024
Hi Robin,
Thank you very much for a great review and your feedback. I hope to host you again soon.
The CO2 meter went off twice once in the middle of the night and the day. The beach is trashy and not what you imagine a beach yk be. And the matress was super hard.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2023
Hi Jacob,
I wasn’t not aware of any issue with the CO2 sensor and of the guests stayed after your departure experience the issue. I will get my property manager to take a look at it. In regarding to the hard mattress, the master bedroom has a Sleep Number bed. The firmness could be adjusted. In regarding to the beach, However, it is inevitable sometime thing could be washed up into the shore.
Verified review
4/10 Poor
La G.
12 May 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
I had extremely high hopes based on the initial correspondence with the renter. He was very responsive and even went above and beyond to address my concerns prior to our stay. He went so far as to send me video of the "private beach" access as this was the primary reason for us booking the location and I was concerned about just how much shoreline we'd have access to. Prior to our arrival he warned us to bring bug spray as the temps were warming up and they were becoming more prevalent and I thanked him for the heads up. Little did I know how bad the bug infestation would be. Upon arrival we were greeted by a swarm of biting flies. I mean they literally surrounded our car the minute we pulled up and continued to be an issue anytime we were outside. Upon checking in and inspecting the home I noticed an abundance of spider webs (with spiders in them) and what appeared to be rodent feces in the utensils drawer as well as the cabinets with pots and pans. In both bathrooms the poorly fitted toilet seats were so loose they practically came off the toilets and we had to hover to avoid sitting directly on the toilet bowl. I advised him of this and sent pictures asking about the feces. He responded that it was not rodent feces and offered 10% off for the bugs. Also we did not get to enjoy the beach because no amount of Deet or Citronella can combat a swarm of biting flies. Please deep clean the home and treat it for pests prior to renting again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2026
Here’s a professional and calm response that acknowledges the guest’s concerns while also protecting your reputation:
Thank you for your feedback. I truly appreciate you recognizing my communication and efforts prior to your stay, as I always try to be responsive and transparent with guests.
I am very sorry to hear that certain aspects of your visit did not meet expectations. Because the property is located near the water and surrounded by nature, seasonal insects can become more active during warmer months, which is why I proactively notified you beforehand and recommended bug spray so there would be no surprises. Unfortunately, biting flies can sometimes be more severe depending on weather and tide conditions, and I understand how frustrating that must have been.
Regarding the cleanliness concerns, I take those matters seriously. After receiving your message during the stay, I immediately addressed the concerns with the cleaning team and inspected the issues reported. We have since taken additional steps to ensure the home is thoroughly checked before future guest arrivals, including kitchen cabinet inspections and maintenance adjustments for the bathroom fixtures.
I genuinely want every guest to have a positive experience and always try to resolve concerns quickly and fairly during the stay, which is why I offered a partial refund as a gesture of goodwill.
Thank you again for the feedback. It helps us continue improving the property and guest experience.
We enjoyed our time there, the house is great for the most part. Check in was easy and we didn’t have any issues finding it. Communication with the host was timely and great. Our only issues were the amenities. Luckily, we had packed a lot of what we needed for cooking but the coffee pot was only a 5 cup pot. For a family of coffee drinkers this meant we had to brew 4 or 5 pots every day. A larger coffee pot would be nice. The kitchen trash can was the size of one for the bathroom which meant we just had to put a bag on the floor instead of using a trash can. The king size sleep number bed is not comfortable no matter what number you put it on. Otherwise everything was great. We would probably book the house again but the sleep number bed and the coffee pot might be a reason to look at different places to stay. Overall though it was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul 2024
Hi Susan,
I am glad you enjoyed your stay, and your feedbacks are valuable. I will definitely address them.
This house is indeed a sanctuary with a lovely back patio looking out on the Chesapeake Bay. This house also needs some upgrades. There are cute signs about how fun it is to drink wine - but no corkscrew to be found anywhere in the house. This is a real problem because the town is so small it doesn't have a store. Also - the ice trays in the freezer were empty so, no ice. And no store where you can buy ice - or a corkscrew. When you pull on a drawer in the bathroom, the knob comes off so getting the draw open takes an effort. The table on the beautiful back porch has only two chairs. The only restaurant in town is terrible. Don't go. Bring your own food (and other provisions). It's really a lovely location, though.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2023
Hi Mary,
Thank you for your thoughtful review. I will take care of the items you pointed out.
The bay is directly in the backyard where you can see the sun set each evening from the house. There is a small beach that is sandy during low tide. If you want to wade in the bay, wear water shoes because there is glass that washes in from the bay. Mosquitoes are a problem, but it isn't just here. That's just the Eastern Shore in summer. If it is windy they aren't too bad if you use bug spray. But we didn't spend much time outside and didn't use the fire pit area, although it looked lovely.The house is as pictured. The king sized bed is a sleep number bed which took some getting used to for us. The bunk beds are double bed sized. The living room had a very comfortable sofa and a table with 6 chairs so there was plenty of room for us. The house could use a few more kitchen items like baking sheets, a pizza cutter, and some more glasses. We didn't try the water and just bought bottled water as advised in the listing.Saxis is peaceful and we enjoyed seeing the wading birds (and one evening a fox!) as we drove past the marsh coming in and out. Chincoteague is about 40 min away but the drive is easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2025
Sure thing, Phong! Here’s a polished version with a warm and gracious tone:
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Hi Kim,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review. This property truly is a hidden gem, and I’m glad you had the chance to experience it. I’d love the opportunity to host you again in the near future.
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