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Private beach retreat with deck, pools, hot tub, game room, volleyball & hoops

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Outdoor spa tub
Living area
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
7 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 17281.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Corolla, NC
  • Currituck Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Currituck Beach Lighthouse
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Corolla Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Elizabeth City, NC (ECG-Elizabeth City-Pasquotank County Regional)
    ‪106 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 17)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

1 King Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Bathroom 7

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Private beach retreat with deck, pools, hot tub, game room, volleyball & hoops

Barefoot Crab WH4039

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Just 1100 feet from Whalehead Beach and packed with amenities, this spectacular beach retreat has everything you need and more for an unforgettable Outer Banks getaway. Perfect for an extended family or groups traveling together, this spacious oceanside property boasts seven bedrooms and a plethora of features furnished for group entertainment and comfort. Located on the north end of Whalehead, enjoy easy access to beaches, bike paths, nearby shopping, and great local dining.

When you're not spending days at the beach, soak up the sun around the spacious, private pool deck complete with a kiddie pool and private hot tub. Gather the family for a few bouts of beach volleyball on the sand volleyball court or play a casual pick-up game on the basketball hoop out front. After everybody has had their fill of sun, relax in the ground-floor rec room equipped with a pool table, full-size fridge and wet bar, and LCD TV. A convenient outdoor shower offers a spot to rinse-off sand and saltwater before heading inside.

The upper floor features an enormous Great Room furnished for large family gatherings plus an expansive, wraparound deck with outdoor seating. Enjoy sunset vistas and happy hour entertainment on the deck and unwind in the great room while streaming shows and movies on the smart TV. The kitchen features a full suite of stainless steel appliances, including two dishwashers, and a large pantry for extra storage. There's seating for four at the breakfast bar, and full meals can be enjoyed together at the dining table set for ten.

Three bedrooms can be found on the ground floor, one of which features an en suite bathroom. The second floor features three en suite bedrooms and a sunny sitting area. A covered porch is accessible from the two front bedrooms and sitting area. The top-floor primary includes an en suite bathroom and private deck access. All bedrooms come equipped with LCD TVs for added convenience and entertainment.

Explore Corolla's historical sites, including Currituck Lighthouse and the Whalehead Club, or immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Outer Banks with miles of pristine coastline known for wild horses and home to a diverse array of habitats and ecosystems.

This is the relaxing beach escape you and your family will talk about for years to come!

WHAT’S NEARBY
Explore Corolla's historic sites including Currituck Lighthouse and the Whalehead Club or immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Outer Banks with miles of pristine coastline known for wild horses and home to a diverse array of habitats and ecosystems.

This is the relaxing beach escape you and your family will talk about for years to come!

THINGS TO KNOW
Fireplace is not available for guest use.
Private Pool Dates: The private pool is open May 1st through October 15th. The private pool is unavailable outside of these dates.
Pool dimensions: 11-feet-by-29-feet. Kiddie pool: 6-feet-by-8-feet.
No smoking or vaping.
This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 7 vehicles.

Security camera details: Ring doorbell




Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of North Carolina
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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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 only. Max of 2.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Corolla

Located in Whalehead Beach, a neighbourhood in Corolla, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars 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

  • Currituck Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Whalehead - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Currituck Beach Lighthouse - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Wild Horse Museum - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Corolla Beach - 5 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Off The Wall Tap House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Uncle Ike's Sandbar & Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sun Fish Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Corolla Pizza & Deli - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Chill Spot - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private beach retreat with deck, pools, hot tub, game room, volleyball & hoops have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Private beach retreat with deck, pools, hot tub, game room, volleyball & hoops pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private beach retreat with deck, pools, hot tub, game room, volleyball & hoops?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private beach retreat with deck, pools, hot tub, game room, volleyball & hoops?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private beach retreat with deck, pools, hot tub, game room, volleyball & hoops located?

Located in Whalehead Beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches, Currituck Beach and Whale Head Bay. Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Whalehead are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Tyler D.

Great place!

This is our second time staying at the Barefoot Crab and we love it! It’s very clean and close to the beach.
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10/10 Excellent

leo M.

Great vacation!!!

Very comfortable surroundings. Just a short to the beach. Close to grocery store.
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10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Wonderful Beach House

The house was perfect for our trip. Lots of space for the kids. The walk to the beach was a snap. The beds were very comfortable!! I Highly recommend
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10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

Three families had a great time

We were very pleased with this house! There was plenty of room for our three families and the house provided all the things we needed. The kitchen had more than enough items for meal prep and eating, and the two dishwashers made things very convenient. The house was high quality and well maintained. We took full advantage of the many games provided in the house. Vacasa was very responsive to us; we had a small issue with a porch swing, and within an hour of reporting, someone was there to fix it.
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6/10 Okay

Janine A.

Annual family beach week

The pool area was nice and yard was nicely shaded with surrounding trees. There were plenty of lounge chairs by the pool and adirondak chairs on the decks, but there were no beach chairs or beach toys to take to the beach. The kitchen only had 2 servicing bowls, not enough for serving large group dinners. The floors throughout the house are vinyl and very noisy, not absorbing the sound which made it hard for many to sleep. We will likely pick a home with carpet for future rentals.
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4/10 Poor

Cassie P.

Large Home- But needs Improvements

We had a great time, but there were a few things the stuck out to us. There were leaves all over the upper deck- just hadn’t been cleaned in a while. The back yard where the volleyball net is was very unkept as well; the sand was full of sticks, leaves, and prickle bushes. Be careful of your feet!!!! There were a few linens that had red stains on them in our beds. There were also a few comforters that had white stuff on them. At first glance when we got there it looked fine but as the week went on there were stains and uncleanliness in spots. The pool area was also very dirty, there was a bandaid next to the hot tub when we got there. The house is perfect for a large group, but the yard is unkept and the house was dirty. The walk to the beach was very close and we all felt very safe the whole time. Would have been perfect if it was cleaner.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

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