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Oceanfront views;one lot from ocean;3 Pools;Spa;Whirlpools;Tennis;965 Acre Park

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East View of Castle in the Air
East View-Sunrise over Beach Access past Oceanfront Pool and Snack Bar
East View from Skydeck
West View-Sunset over 965 Acre  Estuarine Sanctuary and Currituck Sound
Ocean  View from  Screened Dining Gazebo

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 18343.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Corolla, NC
  • Currituck Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Corolla Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Wild Horse Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Elizabeth City, NC (ECG-Elizabeth City-Pasquotank County Regional)
    ‪110 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Center Master Suite

1 King Bed

Ground Floor

1 Double Futon

North Master Suite

1 Queen Bed

Northwest Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Raised Living Area

1 Double Futon

South Master Suite

1 Queen Bed

Southwest Bedroom

4 Single Beds

Top Floor Master Suite

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Ground Floor Half Bath

Toilet

Middle Floor Center Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Middle Floor North Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Middle Floor South Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Top Floor Half Bath

Toilet

Top Floor Master Suite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area

About this property

Oceanfront views;one lot from ocean;3 Pools;Spa;Whirlpools;Tennis;965 Acre Park

Open weeks in June, July and August have been discounted up to $700. Custom-designed and beautifully decorated, this semi-oceanfront, 6 bedroom home offers unobstructed ocean views over the community's oceanfront pool without incurring the cost of an oceanfront property.
*3rd and 4th level decks provide fantastic views of the Currituck Lighthouse and sunsets over the 965 acre National Estuarine Reserve and Currituck Sound.

Play in the large private pool with mini-waterslide and rock waterfall, relax in the hot tub overlooking the ocean, or watch the shooting stars from the skydeck of your own ''Castle in the Air''!

Access to the beach is a short walk across the quiet community road to the commercial boardwalk alongside the oceanfront pool and over the protective dunes--less than 200 feet. If your group absolutely must be on the oceanfront or needs a second vacation property, please see our larger property, Castle by the Sea (#393567).

If you’re looking for something to occupy your time that doesn’t involve lounging Oceanside on the community’s uncrowded beaches, Villages at Ocean Hill offers a full-service gym—complete with both weight and cardio equipment, a sport court, two tennis courts, and a basketball court for maximum fitness opportunities. There’s also a freshly paved 2-mile bike path that connects Villages at Ocean Hill with the Corolla Light resort community, as well as two large swimming pools that are open from 10 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

If you’re a golf enthusiast and hope to hit the links during your stay on North Carolina’s Outer Banks, The Currituck Club is located just 6 miles from the Villages at Ocean Hill.

Ground Level: Game Room with full-size commercial-grade pool table, Classic Space Laundry Room with washer, dryer, ironing board, and iron; Recreation Room with Queen sleep sofa and entertainment center, 32'' LED HDTV and DVD player; and Half Bath across from the Entrance Foyer.

Accessible from both the ground and first floors, the 40' concrete pool nestled in the backyard next to the National Estuarine Sanctuary features a mini-waterslide, rock waterfall and tiled aquatic images in the bottom of the pool. For your convenience, there is an adjoining Outdoor Shower with Changing Cabana. The children in your party will find this level provides the vacation of which they were dreaming: splashing in the pool, sliding on the mini-waterslide; playing pool in the Game Room; watching their favorite show on their own TV; and playing and playing foosball. This level also satisfies the dream of parents--a safe area for kids to be kids without disturbing the adults in your party.

Mid Level: The Entry Foyer with large closet opens to two hallways that serve the 3 Master Bedroom Suites and two additional Bedrooms on this floor. The North Master Bedroom Suite is furnished with a Queen Bed, Ceiling Fan, Closet, 24'' HDTV/DVD combo, Clock Radio and sliding glass doors to the Oceanfront deck with two person swing and access to the pool area; it offers direct access to a bath with shower, toilet and sink.

The Center Master Bedroom Suite is furnished with a King Bed, Built-in desk, Ceiling Fan, Closet, Clock Radio, Entertainment Center with 32'' HDTV, DVD player, and oversized sliding glass doors to the Oceanfront deck with access to the pool area; it offers a Private Bath with 2 person whirlpool tub, shower, toilet, double vanity and toiletries closet.

The South Master Bedroom Suite is furnished with a Queen Bed, Ceiling Fan, Closet, 24'' HDTV/DVD combo, Clock Radio and sliding glass doors to the Oceanfront deck with private seating and access to the pool area; it offers direct access to a bath with shower, toilet and sink.

Top Level: The top level features a raised Great Room with wonderful ocean views through its window wall, built-in window seating, wood fireplace, and an entertainment wall with a 55'' LED HDTV, DVD player, CD/MP3 player, and 5.1 Surround Sound System with iPod/Aux connection.

The Master Bedroom on this level offers a Queen bed, Entertainment Center with 24'' HDTV/DVD combo, desk/vanity, Walk-in closet and a Private Bath with 2 person whirlpool tub, double vanity, and toilet. Glass doors provide access to the oceanfront deck with the covered therapeutic spa and great ocean views. Climb two flights of stairs around the back of the house to the skydeck for unforgettable panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, Currituck Lighthouse, National Estuarine Sanctuary, Currituck Sound and 4-wheel drive area roamed by the famous wild horses of Corolla.

Designed for the serious Chef in your party, the Kitchen has excellent views of the ocean and a center island with seating for 6 to encourage conversation during meal preparation. The Kitchen is equipped with a full-size oven with ceramic top, large side-by-side refrigerator with through-the-door ice/water dispenser, microwave oven and Wet Bar with wine glass holder and mini-fridge. There is also a convenient half-bath located next to the Kitchen.

Featuring a custom dining table for twelve, the separate Dining Room has sliding glass doors that open onto the oceanfront deck. On the deck is a Screened Gazebo where up to 6 people can enjoy meals and beautiful ocean views while being sheltered from the hot afternoon sun or soaking rain.

Accessed through an arched opening from the Dining Room, the separate Sun Room with wall to wall glass has sliding glass doors that open to the deck overlooking the pool and the National Estuarine Sanctuary. The Sun Room will be a favorite for those in your party whose dream of the perfect vacation includes reading the eagerly anticipated new book while being serenaded by the many birds that frequent the back yard and the National Estuarine Sanctuary.

In the evening, the Sun Room will be appreciated by those in your party who look forward to long card games with friends and family late into the night in a private room where they will disturb no one because others are watching their favorite shows on the Big-screen TV in the Great Room, playing video games in the Recreation Room, enjoying a game of pool in the Game Room, relaxing in the two person whirlpool tubs or admiring the beauty of the stars and the Currituck Lighthouse from the decks on the third and fourth levels.

Extras: Private pool (20’ X 40’)--available May to October (heated upon request with additional charge), hot tub, wifi internet, fireplace, 6 hdtvs, 2 vcrs, 6 dvd players, stereo receiver w/ 5.1 surround sound, mini-fridge, 2 whirlpools, high chair, port-a-crib, movies, games, books, pool table, foosball table, swing, fish cleaning table. No smoking. No pets.

Property manager

Bill

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Corolla

Located in Corolla, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars. 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 - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Corolla Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Wild Horse Museum - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Whalehead - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Currituck Beach Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 127 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Off The Wall Tap House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Uncle Ike's Sandbar & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sun Fish Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Corolla Pizza & Deli - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪North Banks Restaurant & Raw Bar - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Oceanfront views;one lot from ocean;3 Pools;Spa;Whirlpools;Tennis;965 Acre Park have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Oceanfront views;one lot from ocean;3 Pools;Spa;Whirlpools;Tennis;965 Acre Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront views;one lot from ocean;3 Pools;Spa;Whirlpools;Tennis;965 Acre Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront views;one lot from ocean;3 Pools;Spa;Whirlpools;Tennis;965 Acre Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront views;one lot from ocean;3 Pools;Spa;Whirlpools;Tennis;965 Acre Park located?

Located in Corolla, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 10-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Currituck Beach and Wild Horse Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Had a blast

Relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

christy b.

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

Had a great time

Great house, very spacious
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Jeffery F.

Liked: Check-in, location

Our stay

It’s a nice place but there are a few things that need work.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jon E.

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

Fall getaway

Well maintained. Quiet, convenient, comfortable. Easy beach access
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wayne T.

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

Good House, GREAT Location

Excellent view within hearing of the waves crashing. Short walk to the beach. House is large enough for large group.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

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

Great School-cation!

Had a great week here in late September with the kids remote learning. Internet service was perfect, as promised! Very comfortable house, with ideal beach access location and very convenient to the 4x4 section of Corolla. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

August ‘20 OBX trip

Great house: as advertised and very close to beach. Great communication w/ homeowner, would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cathy E.

Great location

Walking distance to the ocean and community pool/beach club. Very close to the 4 wheel drive only beach - great place for walking, looking for shells and watching the wild horses. Convenient to everything we needed. Plenty of room for large family gatherings, great private pool. Owner was very responsive and helpful.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda A.

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

Castle in the Air

Our family loved our stay in Castle in the Air. The house is in a fantastic position. You can watch the sunrise and sunset. Our kids can safely walk to the beach. The house had everything that we needed and we had a wonderful host, Bill.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020

8/10 Good

Tammy M.

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

Much needed relaxing vacation. Bill was very responsive to any concerns we had with the house.

Great time. Nice size pool. Bill worked hard to get the pool slide working for my kids to enjoy. B
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

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

5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The house was beyond beautiful, so quiet and peaceful especially at night time! Was very clean as well. The people were all so friendly and the sun sets and sun rises were to die for! Didnt want it to end but will definitely be returning next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Sara B.

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

Great getaway for large families

We had six adults, six children between one and sixteen. There were amenities such as a game room, tv’s in all bedrooms and in large gathering room seating everyone, large table seating everyone for meals, pool with slide that kids enjoyed. Short distance to beach with lifeguard. Enjoyed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Memories

This house is absolutely amazing. I enjoyed everything about it. I absolutely love the pool with the waterslide! It was so nice to take the kids to the beach which was a very short less than 3 min walk. Then after being in the sun fighting the waves everyone enjoyed the clam cool partly shaded pool. Then at night to relax in the hotub letting go of stress and aches your body feels. I loved the fact there were so many of us and you couldn't hear the kids on the other floors. It was a very relaxing much needed family vacation perfect for making memories that will last a lifetime.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Enjoyed it all

We had a great time! Family ranging in age from 9 months to 68 years, we all enjoyed our time. The pool, hot tub, and pool table were favorites. We rented a golf cart and bikes to go back and forth for donuts at Northern Lights and the basketball court. We paid for the pool to be heated which was great since it had rained and cooled the water nightly. We recommend this rental. We messaged with the owner some, but had better communication by calling. Overall great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

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

Short vacation weekend

We were very happy with our stay at castle in the air. The home was clean and well laid out. We had minor issues at check in that were quickly remedied by the owner. The pool was a great size and the hot tub on the top deck was great to use after dinner. Some furniture is a bit worn and needs to be replaced but I believe they are in the process of updating some things. Our major complaint was with the driveway. It’s not wide enough for two cars to park side by side so we were constantly moving things around to let people out. Overall wonderful stay. I wish we could’ve been there longer. Thanks for the quick communication!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Lynn G.

Liked: Check-in, location

Sad

Property is dated and needs maintenance attention to bathroom shower seals, outdoor gazebo door latches as storms bang doors open/close. Washer not agitating
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Lauren L.

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

Great location, big house...needs upkeep and some maintenance issues

Beautiful location, big house, lots of activities near by. Short walk to the beach! Overall nice house. Definitely outdated and could use a little TLC. We had some issues with the cleanliness/cleaning upon our arrival. We ended up cleaning the entire house ourselves which was disappointing but communication with Bill in regards to issues was easy and he responded promptly with all concerns. Deck had some loose nails and aged wood so we did not allow children on the deck. Pool was nice but very shaded and wish there was more room for lounge chairs. One toilet did not work, one sink was broke but Bill was made aware and responded that these items would be fixed in the future. Overall good stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Charles B.

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

Big house, great location

Stayed with 2 families (4 adults, 4 kids) for a week in summer 2020. House is really big, more than enough room - could have had a 3rd family. Location is spectacular, ocean and nature preserve views, less than 2 minute walk to the beach. House itself is getting a bit worn down - it gets rented all summer and while there are professional cleaners and pool maintenance that comes, there’s no professional property manager to oversee it, so things start to get missed, like broken pool cues, broken arcade game, some loose nails around. Owner is responsive via email, but unless it’s a cleaning or pool issue where he can call somebody else, he’s not around and there’s nothing to do about an issue in a timely manner, although presumably it gets fixed for the next season. Overall would recommend for size and location, just have realistic expectations about the house itself.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

4/10 Poor

Randy H.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Needs a lot of TLC and upkeep

The best part was the location (if you're a beach person) .The house at one time, may have been a great place. However , it was in such poor condition, I would not have booked it. My group stayed in the beginning of Oct. , 2023 figuring the temperature would be ok for the pool (which we paid an additional $500.00 to heat) but the heater didn't work and the pool water temp was 73 degrees (bought a pool thermometer) The owner promised a full refund but as of 6 months has not repaid (VRBO tried to contact him but no response) Pool slide was damaged, decks were rotted (actually holes in the wood), windows and ceiling fans were not cleaned (dust on the leading edge of the blades were 1/4 inch thick) , master bath had a wide rust mark from leaking faucet, outside light fixture hanging by the wires, many outside sliding doors were hard to open, screens in the gazebo were torn off or hanging (I have pictures to prove these allegations) otherwise washer and dryer, appliances and kitchen, living room were in good order. He needs to find a better housekeeping company and personally visit his property before it degrades further
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Valorie W.

Awesome Family Time

This was an awesome time. I liked the location of the house. It was almost at the very end of the paved road and although there was quite a bit of traffic, it was still quiet. I was surprised to see so many vehicles driving up and down on the beach at all time of the day or night. The beach was very close and the views were gorgeous. I would have loved to stay longer. The weather was perfect. The beach could be a little busy at times but still there was plenty of room to play and tan. We had a couple of issues with the house that the owner and I resolved quickly but the size was exactly what we needed and was big enough that the 18 people that were there didn't trip over each other. I would definitely stay here again if we come back. I did truly love the location. There was so much more to do that we didn't get done and I want to come back. The only negative which we my family really needed was the hot tub and it was broken which we didn't know until we tried to use it.

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

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

The Best

Not sure where to start - EVERYTHING was excellent - Location, property, owner! It was just the four of us and house was huge but still managed to feel homey and so comfortable. Unlike some rentals, the house was amazingly well stocked and very well cared for. I tend to be pretty picky about cleanliness and house certainly met my expectations. Communication with the owner was top notch, which I really appreciated. We had some beautiful days and some rainy ones but there was always something to do - beach, games, hanging out together in the family room. We cooked in most days and did not want for anything - plenty of pots, pans, silverware, glasses. Husband made bread 2-3 times and I’m envious of the stove and oven! The hot tub was a joy and located so you can look out at the beach - we used it everyday. The top deck is amazing at sunset. Drove on the beach and even got to see the wild horses. It’s really hard for me to pick out my favorite thing about the house - everything really was great, especially how close it is to the beach. In summary, we had an amazing time and can’t wait to return. If you book here, you will not be sorry!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Jennifer P.

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

Great House in a Perfect Location

This house was a perfect fit for our family of four’s vacation with another family of four. The two true master bedrooms gave each adult couple their own private space and bath, and the Jack-and-Jill setup of the remaining two bedrooms on either side of the house functioned perfectly for the kids. The location couldn’t have been better unless it was literally on the beach. This house is not just steps away from the beach access; that beach access point is also where the lifeguard stand is. The next lifeguard stand was at least a few hundred yards down the beach, if not more. The house’s pool was also a very comfortable size for our party of eight and plenty warm (we visited the last week in July). Decks that wrapped around the two main levels, plus added 3rd and 4th level, meant there was always a sunny or shady spot, depending on your preference, and beautiful views of both the ocean to the East and the treetops to West. The house had enough of the modern amenities that we never felt like we were roughing it or going without: WiFi, modern appliances, plenty of standard outlets and/or USB adapters to charge our devices, and TVs in each room. I also liked the Sunday to Sunday rental terms because it allowed us to avoid so much of the legendary Saturday turnover traffic I’ve heard about n
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

4/10 Poor

Dianna L.

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

Very disappointed

We rent from VRBO on a regular basis and sadly, this is the first negative experience we have had. The location and view from the property were exceptional and my family of 8 had a fantastic time, despite our disappointment in the property. In the 1990's when the home was built, I am sure it was spectacular, but it appears as though it has not been maintained since. The pool and hot tub were both clean, but the pool area was in sad need of cleaning and TLC. The house was spacious and very comfortable for my family, but there were no supplies whatsoever, including toilet paper or dish towels. Not even a broom and dust pan. The carpets need desperate cleaning, which is important when you have a toddler. What i read in another review about the nails in the decking was spot on. Do not walk on the decks barefoot. We were without a washer all week long and the toilets overflowed often. This property has GREAT potential so I am sad to say negative things, but for what was nearly the equivalent of my monthly salary, we not only expected, but have always enjoyed the pristine properties that we have visited via VRBO.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Giana V.

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

Lovely location, terrific owner

We went with family to stay at Bill's house. The house is indeed older, but we don't mind that. There were several problems including a broken grill, and the water heater busted. While these are normal problems that could happen at any time, Bill was very kind and swift to address them. It was challenging not having water for 12 hours with that many little kids but the complex had a pool with a bathroom so we made do! We also had to wait quite a bit for a plumber (no fault of Bill's), which meant we didn't get as much time on the beach as we would've liked. Probably the most disrupting issue was the raccoons who were in the vent/attic. Again, nothing BIll could do to prevent that and he was swift to respond. But, it did impact our sleep. Some of our family was very upset and seriously considered leaving early. We spent a lot of time communicating, taking pictures and then helping the trapper when he came. Again, more time waiting and not doing what we wanted to do. All in all, we loved the area, and the house was nice for a big family. We would suggest that the upstairs kitchen pantry be unlocked. For a big family there wasn't really anywhere convenient to store food. Again, Bill was communicative and so helpful and none of the issues were things he could have predicted. We are appreciative for how quickly he worked to resolve everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

nick a.

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

Great location but very dated and not well-maintained

There are several positives with this property. There is great communication with the owner with phone, text and messages. It has a great view of the ocean and very close to possibility of seeing wild horses on the 4 x 4 beach. The size and layout of the house was also nice for a large family are gathering. There were unfortunately several negatives as well. When we arrived there were no clean towels in the entire house. The house cleaner could not accommodate us with new towels until the next day. The owner did purchase 10 towels that I picked up from the local hardware store even though he knew we had 15 guest. This also did not include hand towels or washcloths. This house has apparently been a rental for a long time and has not been maintained well. The furniture is falling apart including the high chairs by the bar in the kitchen which are truly unsafe to use. The 1990s furniture has most likely not been replaced nor has it been clean since it was originally purchased. The house did not seem very clean. The toilets were all stained yellow from the well water which apparently is very high in iron. We had to use bottled water for all cooking and drinking. This is apparently the only house on the block with well water. Two of the children got splinters in their feet from the deck which also has many pumped nails. Overall this could be a wonderful house if it was maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

About the host

Hosted by Bill

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Patrice and Bill grew up in Pennsylvania, lived in Maryland for almost 20 years, and now live in Raleigh, NC. Our four children and Father-in-Law (who lives with us) all enjoy the many faces of the ocean--from calm blue waves lapping on the wide beach to churning whitecaps generated by storms at sea.

After vacationing on the beaches of New Jersey as children, we enjoyed our first family reunions on the beaches of Delaware and Virginia. We then moved our reunions farther south to the clean, family-friendly beaches of North Carolina.

Why they chose this property

We rented houses on the Outer Banks for many years. From each of those houses, we made mental notes of features that worked well for the three generations attending our family reunions.

When we designed 'Castle in the Air', we incorporated the best features from each of the houses at which we had stayed over the years: Pool, Game Room and Recreation Room for the children to have their private space; Hot Tub, Whirlpools for two and televisions in all four Master Suites for the adults; Sun room and private deck for those whose idea of a great vacation is reading the book they have wanted to read for months.

We paid particular attention to providing views of the ocean from almost every room, but especially from the common areas--Kitchen, Living Room, Dining Room.

This house is truly our 'Castle in the Air'.

What makes this property unique

Spectacular, panoramic views of historic Corolla Lighthouse, Ocean, Sound, National Park and undeveloped Northern Outer Banks from 4th floor deck. 1 minute walk to beach. Choice of 3 pools in which to swim each day as well as playground, basketball court, tennis courts, bike paths, walking trails.

Corolla is a unique destination that borders both the Atlantic Ocean and the Currituck Sound, allowing visitors to access to the salty ocean waves, the calm kayak-worthy sound waters, and the idyllic maritime forests that lie in between.

Corolla adds a touch of modern class to the classic Outer Banks vacation. Prized for both its seclusion and its abundance of upscale but funky shops and dining options, Corolla is the ideal vacation destination for families who are just as happy lounging on the beach in flip flops as they are indulging in an afternoon at the spa.

The small-town beach community combines all the best elements of a five star resort vacation, while still encompassing that laid-back Outer Banks style that embraces the beach life. With minimal development but lots of amenities, Corolla is perfect for those who want to get away from it all, but still enjoy all the best dining, shopping, water sports, and amenities that the Outer Banks has to offer.

Corolla's wild Horses - Roaming the Northern beaches of Corolla and Carova, this herd of Wild Colonial Spanish Mustangs is perhaps more popular than the Currituck Beach Lighthouse or Whalehead in Historic Corolla. Visitors can find the horses along the beach and within the community of Carova. A 4x4 vehicle is required to access this rather remote area. Guided tours are available in specialized vehicles.

The Corolla Wild Horses have been a draw to vacationers for decades, as their mystique and centuries old legacy is simply unmatched on the local OBX coastline. Added to this is the romantic idea of a beach vacation that's truly wild, with mustangs who travel up and down the Carova beaches with ease and absolute ab

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