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MERMAID HIDEAWAY Canal Front-Personal Dock-Daily Horse Visits-Pet Friendly

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Exterior
Exterior
Top Floor Deck looking at screen porch
Top floor deck with enclosed area
Kitchen bar & dinning table area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Map
Corolla, NC
  • False Cape State Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Swan Beach
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Corolla Beach
    ‪95 min drive‬
  • Elizabeth City, NC (ECG-Elizabeth City-Pasquotank County Regional)
    ‪202 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

MERMAID HIDEAWAY Canal Front-Personal Dock-Daily Horse Visits-Pet Friendly

Accessible by Four Wheel Drive only, you will drive down the beach about 7-10 miles, this is why you will need a four wheel drive. MERMAID HIDEAWAY is what you find in this charming home. Enjoy sound sunsets with views over the nature preserve where the wild horses roam. This is a great spot for a treasured family vacation. The whole family can enjoy the bottom deck with its picturesque sitting area & the sandy yard, after a day at the beach, clean off the sand in the outside shower & enjoy a drink on the deck or a little relaxation in the hot tub or pool. We have corn hole boards (renters bring your own bags) 2-kayaks (1-person & 2-person kayaks) & other amenities to enjoy. The horses stop by everyday, for a visit, your own personal tour right in your yard.

We supply 2-Beach parking passes. Please leave for the next renter. There is a charge for lost beach parking passes.

No dogs in the pool or hot tub. There will be a cleaning fee added.

You can also check out our other property Octopus Oasis Property ID 2730178

Property manager

Trenten Lentz
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Dogs are welcome
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No pets in pool or hot tub. Extra fee will be added
all dirty linens go on the floor There will be $100 per hour for late check outs. Anything over two hours is a full nightly rate charged.
Put all trash in bags and in outside trash cans before leaving.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Corolla

Located in Corolla, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Currituck National Wildlife Refuge and Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Corolla, NC

What's nearby

  • False Cape State Park - 18 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Swan Beach - 51 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Wild Horse Museum - 59 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Corolla Beach - 95 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Currituck Beach - 103 min drive - 14.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Carova Beach - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬190 min drive
  • ‪Moonrise Bay Vineyard - ‬192 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does MERMAID HIDEAWAY Canal Front-Personal Dock-Daily Horse Visits-Pet Friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is MERMAID HIDEAWAY Canal Front-Personal Dock-Daily Horse Visits-Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at MERMAID HIDEAWAY Canal Front-Personal Dock-Daily Horse Visits-Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MERMAID HIDEAWAY Canal Front-Personal Dock-Daily Horse Visits-Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is MERMAID HIDEAWAY Canal Front-Personal Dock-Daily Horse Visits-Pet Friendly located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Outer Banks Beaches and Currituck National Wildlife Refuge. False Cape State Park and False Cape Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jack H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great trip to Carova!

We had a fantastic stay in Carova! I have been visiting this part of the Outer Banks for 30 years and I was not disappointed on this trip! The house was great! No problems; no surprises. Trent is an excellent host! He loves Carova; he wants his guests to have an excellent visit and it shows! The kids will not soon forget the daily visits from the wild horses. Watching the sunset over the water was a wonderful way to end the day. We will be back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!!

Beautiful house fully stocked with everything we needed. The property manager communicated everything we needed to know and let us know that he was available if we needed anything. The ride down the beach to the house was so much fun - just make sure you have 4wd and lower your tire pressure. There's nothing else like it! We love to live on the island, but will have to settle for vacations there, for now. :) .
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Southern comfort

Trent was an awesome host. Absolutely loved this house and its location. Saw horses daily. Ocean was flagged most of the week but there was so much to do from the house it made up for it. Definitely going there next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer fun

This house was perfect for our family. We were able to dock our boat easily and the property was also easily accessed by land. We were visited daily by the local horses which was a thrill to us all. It was a vacation we all loved and look forward to our next time in Corova.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heaven's hideaway :)

Our family's stay was perfection. The location was incredible, and we saw horses daily. The pool and hot tub were awesome ways to unwind after a day at the beach. Our hosts were available for anything we needed, which really wasn't much because they had everything setup for us to enjoy before we even arrived. I hope to stay here again, and recommend anyone takes the opportunity to stay here in the future 🎉
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay and vacation

It was our first trip to Carova and everyone really liked the location as it was different from anywhere we had ever vacationed before. The trip up the 4x4 beach was an adventure from the normal commutes to other vacations. The beach was beautiful and although could get a little crowed more towards the weekends, but it always felt like you were away from it all. We liked being able to drive from the house to the beach as it was very convenient and eliminated a lot of work hauling things that were always right there next to us in the truck at the beach. It was especially helpful when we took our 5 month old granddaughter to the beach. If anyone needed to go back to the house, it was just a quick drive (<5 minutes) back to the house. The home was well located and equipped for our vacation needs. The pool was a great addition when you needed a quick cool off. Trent was very helpful and accommodating. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gray private getaway

Greet stay as always, house is clean, well equipped, with pool and spa. Being on the canal is awesome with a couple of kayaks to explore the canals and the sound.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!!!!!

Property was impressive. Had a great family vacation. My Wife, I, Both early twenty something boys, their wife/girlfriend, and two step children(3,6) had an amzing time. Trent is the best host you could ask for. Giant shout out to him. Thanks buddy.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Week

The week was perfect. The only way it would have been better would be if we could have stayed forever. We love the house, its secluded location, the amenities provided and our host Trent is truly an angel. We recommend this listing. It was a wonderful birthday week for me spent with family and friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marlies G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual OBX Trip

Had the best time!! The owner was amazing, communication was top notch, everything was as advertised and better than we expected! We usually stay Ocean side but so glad we found this property on the Canal! We had so much fun Kayaking and crabbing and the beach was just a super quick hop down the road. Absolutely will recommend this property to our friends and family!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis S., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pet friendly family vacation

This has got to be the best place to stay. Watching the deer, horses and various birds while sitting in the pool or hot tub. The house has everything you need and has the feeling of home. Trent is the best to work with and is always there to help if anything is needed. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

The house was amazing. Our family loved everything about it. We seen different varieties of wildlife each day. Trent is an awesome guy to rent from and goes above and beyond to make sure your trip feels like you are at your home away from home. With all the vacations we've been on in the past, Trent was definitely the best person I've ever dealt with. He cares more about you and your family having a great stay than any other landowner we've stayed at. I will definitely recommend any place he has to everyone. If you haven't had the pleasure of staying at his rental then you are truely missing out!! Do yourself a favor and book it because you won't regret it!!! The pool and hot tub are great for all ages!! Again, I can't speak highly enough on the how great this house and everything it offers was!!! Lastly, I completely recommend this place and any others that Trent has available. He truely cares about your stay and it shows!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful pet friendly vacation spot

We had an amazing week at Mermaid Hideaway! The house was comfortable with everything we needed, even toilet paper and paper towels. We watched horses from the front yard daily. Water next to the house was clean for fishing, kayaking, and even a little swimming. The owner was easy to contact, answered all questions, and even picked us up some fishing bait. We have been to many vacation homes and this was the best!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First time ever staying at a location on the beach

This was definitely an experience with having time restrictions when you can leave and have to be back due to high tide, when we figured out our way around it was great. All the puddles we had to go through was a little nerve racking but with the truck we made it. Had a little trouble finding the house with being our first time but I contacted Trent and he came to rescue us, once we got there we did nothing but relax and anything we needed Trent was on top of it and constantly checked in on us! Couldn’t of asked for a better host!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shawn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect week

Thanks for giving us a private/peaceful week. It was a perfect getaway. The pool is awesome. Loved relaxing in the hot tub in the evenings. Great communication with Trent. Listen to his advice on tire pressure and you will have an easy time getting to house. Wildlife and nature was amazing. Saw our first otter that was not in a zoo! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Bonita P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Fun

Being on the canal was great with seeing the deer and cranes. My nephew caught his first fish! We loved seeing the horses everyday. We had access to the sound to ride our jet ski. The pool was great! The house could use a power washing and a little better lighting at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mermaid’s Hideaway

We enjoyed this well appointed canal home with pool and hot tub!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Could not ask for a better place or host!!

Trenton is hands down the best host on VRBO! Thank you for an amazing time and helping us out with our fishing! We will be back for sure!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shari C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great rental

Trent was a great host. He was always checking in to be sure everything was okay. Location is very calm and relaxing with wildlife around each day. We had a great time at this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victoria M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly as described online

This place is amazing .... between the horses and turtles and other nature around you cannot go wrong and there is plenty to do .... fishing, kayaking, walking , swimming in the pool hot tub , corn hole and anything you can think of . Perfect for families with little kids and big kids. If you don't mind driving on the beach and have a vehicle that can make it , I highly recommend renting this house 👌 👍 😀
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Horse lovers dream vacation

Vacation of a lifetime while staying at Mermaid Hideaway!! Trent and Steph were very welcoming and went way beyond what a host would need to do! Their beautiful home is located on a canal with a lot of wildlife and the horses swimming across it!! When we realized our SUV was only a 2 wheel instead of a 4x4 they dropped everything without hesitation and drove us to Corolla in their own SUV to get groceries!!! The home had everything we could ever want and more and beds very comfortable!! The new pool was situated so you could look at the canal and great location to the beach!! Making plans to go back in the fall because it was so peaceful and relaxing while enjoying the wild horses daily!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great views and wildlife

My wife and I stayed here for the first part of our honeymoon. Trent is a great communicator and an excellent host. The horses were amazing. The first morning we watched them play in the canal right outside. The day we left a group of three horses came into the driveway as if to wish us a safe journey. The experience was very touching. The views from the deck were awesome and the beach was gorgeous. The pool is definitely private and wonderful on a hot day. If you are looking for a place to stay for the wildlife and the views with the benefit of swimming space, this place is amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pics dont do this place justice!

Had a great time - Place was clean - and taken care of. Had horses in the yard every day and even at night while we were trying to fish.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Engalica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family vacation

Trenton the property owner was outstanding to work with. Any time we had a question, he was quick to respond. The location was beautiful, right next to the canal and only a few blocks away from the beach. The swimming pool and hot tub were an added bonus, very clean, the pool is salt water which was a nice surprise. We saw the wild horses almost every day, right in the backyard. I would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Erin K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location. Saw so many horses and other wildlife! Was disappointed that the running water was basically salt water - they need a new filter. Make sure to bring plenty of bottled water! Also, the grill is charcoal so make sure to buy charcoal before hand... we do a lot of grilling so had to go back into town to buy a bag of that. Had a great stay overall.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Trenten Lentz

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Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests