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Oceanfront with Private Beach Access & Wild Horses

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Corolla, NC
  • False Cape State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Swan Beach
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Corolla Beach
    ‪103 min drive‬
  • Elizabeth City, NC (ECG-Elizabeth City-Pasquotank County Regional)
    ‪210 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Oceanfront with Private Beach Access & Wild Horses

Summary:
BookSmart Properties presents: Sandbox! Surrounded by breathtaking ocean views, private beach access, and the company of neighboring wild horses. 5% DISCOUNT for First Responders, Service members and Gov. Employees! To access this hidden treasure in Carova, a 4x4 vehicle is a must. The Sandbox has been renovated from top to bottom, providing a mix of luxury and comfort at one of the most unique beaches on the East Coast!

The Space:
Top Level:
- King bedroom with ensuite full bath
- Full stocked kitchen with 4 counter chairs
- Dining area with 10 seats
- Living room with smart TV
- Deck access with outdoor seating and picnic table
- Half bathroom

Mid Level:
- King bedroom
- King bedroom
- Bunk room with two pyramid bunks (2 twin beds, 2 full beds)
- Twin room with two beds
- Full bathroom
- Full bathroom
- Living area with smart TV
- Beach supplies/games closet
- Washer/dryer
- Deck access to provide beach walkway with seating area near dunes

Outside Space:
- Outdoor shower
- Charcoal grill (guest must provide charcoal/lighter)
- Basketball hoop

Guest Access:
Detailed check-in instructions and a unique access code will be provided prior to arrival.

**Per HOA guidelines and local laws, the guests making the reservation must be at least 23 years old and be present during the entire duration of the stay. For non-family groups, all guests must be over the age of 23. If this rule or the home occupancy limit is breached, guests may be subject to fines or eviction.**

**Up to two pets are welcome for a $150 pet fee that will be added to your reservation**

The Neighborhood:
This property provides the unique experience on living on the beach and surrounded by wildlife!

Getting Around:
We provide two beach parking passes which you will find in the welcome binder. The passes must be present when parking your vehicle on the beach. Before departure, please return both passes to the welcome binder. If a pass is not returned, you will be responsible for the cost of a new pass.

Beach Driving Rules & Regulations:
- Vehicles are required to use driving lanes adjacent to the dune line between Milepost 14.5 and Milepost 17 from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. beginning the Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day.
- All other times, use driving lanes adjacent to the dune line or at the shoreline.

Air Pressure & Guidelines:
- Air down all tires prior to accessing the off road (4×4) ramp.
Recommended tire pressure pounds per square inch (PSI):
- 20 per square inch (PSI) for SUV’s & ½ ton 4X4
- 35 per square inch for ¾ ton 4X4
- Air stations are located at the Historic Corolla Park.
- Use 4-wheel drive (4WD) when entering the ramp and maintain a slow, steady speed. If your vehicle is not equipped with 4-wheel drive, do not attempt to drive on the beach.
- Do not stop or park on the beach ramp area.
- The speed limit is 35 miles per hour (mph). The speed limit is 15 miles per hour when traveling within 300 feet of any person.
- Gas tanks should be full – there are NO gas stations on 4X4 areas.

The Beach is a Public Vehicular Access Area:
- There shall be no lawn chairs, coolers, fishing lines or any other items blocking the foreshore in any manner that restricts public safety and emergency response vehicular movement in a north-south direction along the water’s edge.
- Share the road. Watch for pedestrians, horses, and other wildlife.
All vehicles driven on the beach and roads behind the dunes must be registered, properly licensed, and insured.
- Driving in the surf or driving in a repeated circular motion are examples of careless and reckless driving.
- After dark, the entire beach including parking areas become driving lanes.
- Remove all personal items (beach chairs, nets, poles, ropes, etc.)
- Level all sand structures (sandcastles, holes, etc.) to ensure the safety of night drivers.

Beach Parking Permits:
- Vehicles MUST have a county-issued Beach Parking Permit properly displayed to park on the beach from the last Saturday of April through the first Saturday in October.
- If you need more than two beach parking permits, please refer to the county website on how to purchase additional passes

Parking on the Beach:
- All vehicles shall be parked in the middle of the beach strand and not obstruct the traffic lane.
- Parking is prohibited for the first 1.5 miles North of the 4X4 ramp.
- No beach chairs, coolers, fishing lines, or other items should be placed in a location that blocks the traffic lanes. This may involve moving vehicles and belongings with the tide change.
- Visitors should not leave any unattended property on the beach. Any property remaining between sunset and sunrise shall be considered litter and is subject to removal and disposal.
- Walking on or traversing the dunes outside of the defined dune walkover beach access points is illegal.
- Help keep the Currituck Outer Banks beautiful for everyone by removing all trash when you leave.

Other Things to Note:
Pets are welcome, however, in order to ensure the cleanliness of our property for future guests we will require an additional fee of $150.

Payment Schedule:
50% due at confirmation
50% or remaining balance due 30 days before check-in

The following violations may be subject to fines of up to $150: unregistered pets, late departure without approval by host, & house left excessively messy.

High speed Wifi is an amenity that is provided at the property but we cannot guarantee functionality for issues that are beyond our control. Potential Wifi outages will always be handled in a timely manner and resolved to the best of our ability. Unfortunately it is not guaranteed that our solutions will fix the issue and refunds will not be given for Wifi malfunctions.

Interaction with Guests:
I am here for you during your stay, but our level of interaction is up to you. I’m only a phone call/message away. You will be able to self check-in upon arrival.

Property manager

James
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
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: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
Charge may apply
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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
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

About the area

Corolla

Located in Corolla, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. 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.
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Corolla, NC

What's nearby

  • False Cape State Park - 13 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Sandbridge Beach - 46 min drive - 46.8 km
  • Swan Beach - 59 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Corolla Beach - 103 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Currituck Beach - 111 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carova Beach - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬191 min drive
  • ‪Moonrise Bay Vineyard - ‬193 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront with Private Beach Access & Wild Horses pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront with Private Beach Access & Wild Horses?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront with Private Beach Access & Wild Horses?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront with Private Beach Access & Wild Horses located?

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

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanna Y.

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

Adventure!

It was very fun driving on the sandy beach to get to the home. The beach was so relaxing and the house had toiletries and a lot of bath towels. There was a TON of living space to hang. Horses and deer came right up to the house, it was so beautiful. The beds and couches were ver comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

excellent private get away

we enjoyed this vacation and was so grateful to be allowed to have our pups. we were a little disappointed the upper floor had no AC which is where the kitchen is. However we slept awesome on great a great mattress at that floor was air conditioned. The AC was repaired about 5 th day we were there because they, AC contractors, were so busy after a storm that had come through. Overall excellent stay and will come back!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo V.

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

Great people and great rental !!

It was a great new experience I like the the location of the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Beach Getaway

Great property- we loved the close proximity to the beach . House is clean and well maintained. Highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Thy H.

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

Good

Good
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandon T.

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

Stay at Carova Beach

We really enjoyed our time at the property. Overall, the property met our needs, including our two small dogs. Carova Beach isn't for the faint of heart - be prepared for the 4x4 driving on the beach. The house is about 8 miles from the last paved road in Carolla. This wasn't an issue for us, we had our F150 with 4-wheel drive. We absolutely enjoyed the time on Carova Beach - lots of relaxation, cooking dinners, watching the horses, walks on the beach with our dogs (and swimming), and hiking up to False Cape State Park. The large shells (including a full conch shell) were amazing. The house was extremely comfortable (including mattresses, and bedding). We ran into a few hiccups but we received quick responses to these and most were resolved during our stay. I would definitely recommend this property and I'm hoping that the Property Management Team will address the last of the minor items to make the house even-more perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

2203 Sandfiddler

Great week, property is exactly as described. Lots of space, nice kitchen. Easy stroll to the beach. Great shopping nearby, we brought a lot of food with us, wouldn’t do that next time. Wild horses visited property a couple of times. All in all great vacation. One word of warning, it is 9.1 miles of beach driving to get to property, if you don’t have a 4 wheel drive you will not make it. All wheel drive doesn’t do it. Prepare well and this is a great place. I would bring your own pots and pans, ones in house are a little worn.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

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

Such a fun experience!

I am thankful they reiterated that we needed a 4x4 vehicle etc because that was definitely necessary, with that said, it made for such an unforgettable experience. It was so cool driving right on the beach and the home itself was in great condition. It smelled good, was super clean and bright. I thought the goodie bag at the beginning was a nice touch with many things provided such as extra blankets, pillows, some starter materials such as paper towels, toilet paper, paper plates etc. Also some beach supplies was available in the closet. In comparison to the first house we stayed at during the first week of our visit and then this house, this home exceeded our expectations and stood out. Thank you for a great experience and stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Tom M.

Liked: Check-in, communication

None

Some of the dining room chairs were wobbly and screws were falling out. The front door was broken the first couple days we were in the house and the dishwasher was never installed properly so when you opened the door the machine tipped forward.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Robert B.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Fun location, disappointing experience

Carova is a very cool location to visit. Getting there definitely requires 4WD but it's worth it. The remoteness of the area, the quiet of the beaches, and seeing the horses and traces of other wildlife were all very cool. Unfortunately the home had not been cleaned at all when we arrived. Beds were not made and linens were dirty from previous guests. It appeared no one had been in the home in a long time, perhaps months, as there was mold in the coffee machine and sand over all the floors. The water was not turned on when we arrived and I had to go and find the water valve to turn on the water in the home. We notified the owner immediately upon our arrival but did not hear back from the for about 24 hours. Cleaners were sent after we had been at the home for 36 hours, 1 day before we were to leave. Once cleaned, the home was fine but this very much tainted our experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

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

Overall great experience

Our check-in/check-out process was very easy. The owner communicated well and was great to work with. The house was very clean and updated beautifully, which made it very comfortable to stay in for the week! This house does not have a pool or hot tub which we knew going into it. Being that the house was oceanfront we didn’t feel we would have used a pool much anyway. However, I would have loved to sit and soak in a hot tub at night! That would be a terrific addition to the property. Also, there isn’t a grill on the property. We purchased our own and brought it to the house. Not a big deal, but wanted people to know prior to arrival so they would be able to do the same. Overall, we had a great week. We were more than pleased with our accommodations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward L.

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

Carova Family Vacation

Our group of 13 people (3 families with kids ranging from 6yo-17) stayed for a week. The property was just as described. The location was perfect, just off mile marker 22 and with direct access to the beach. The kids, even the youngest, were comfortable walking back and forth from the house to the beach. The outdoor shower and hose were great to get the sand off and keep the house clean (well, as clean as possible... there's always going to be some sand with kids and a beach). The house was well outfitted with linens, enough bedrooms for all, and enough kitchen ware for all. The open concept 3rd floor was great for the family in the evenings for meals, games, and music. The property manager was readily available at all times and check-in and check-out were automated and well run. The downsides... it's an older house that was refurbished. So, there were minor issues like a dishwasher that was unstable (we put in a couple of screws in the side per manufacturer recs to stabilize it), loose door handles, etc. All in all, I highly recommend the home. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nizar G.

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

A Unique Experience

Wonderful lodging and a unique experience Big house, that comfortably sleeps 2 “high count” families. Not just sleeps. Beautiful open spaces for a large group to move unobstructed around each other, enjoy the natural light that permeates the house, and the view from the wall-to-wall windows. Newly and pragmatically furnished and overstocked in the kitchen The house is reachable only after a 15-20 drive on the beach or sandy road. This was almost harrowing on the night of our arrival, but wonderful fun every other time. This was our first experience of beach driving and we arrived after dark and at high tide - DON’T do that. Especially if you’re not experienced. But also don’t let this small challenge discourage you and alter your choice. You’d be missing out. Do better research than I did. The tricks of beach driving are not all intuitive. For example: I never would have thought that waiting for a wave to recede in order to drive around an obstacle is the right thing to do. In our case, it was a house built close to the water, and the driving advice was given to me by an official beach patrol member. Although there are several good restaurant choices listed, we think in this case the most enjoyable meals are at the house. So stock up, relax, avoid the reservation process, the crowd, the drive and Enjoy! It was a great trip for us.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Crystal M.

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

Beautiful home & Location

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by James

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Hi there! I am a professional host with BookSmart Properties. My name is James and I love traveling and spending time outdoors. As your host, I'll do my best to make your stay comfortable and to help you enjoy your getaway to the fullest. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions about my listing and I am here to help!

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English

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