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Dog-friendly home with private pool, hot tub, WiFi, central AC & private W/D

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Exterior
Exterior
Pool
Terrace/patio
Living area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good
6 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 18285.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Corolla, NC
  • Currituck Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Corolla Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Elizabeth City, NC (ECG-Elizabeth City-Pasquotank County Regional)
    ‪100 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

+2
6 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Dog-friendly home with private pool, hot tub, WiFi, central AC & private W/D

The Red Starfish Retreat OL10

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Boasting multiple layers of decks, a fully-equipped game room, and a private pool - this home is the ultimate family-friendly retreat! You're just 605 feet from the beach, and there will be a spot in the hot tub waiting for you when you get back ( you can rinse off in one of the two outdoor showers first). Central air-conditioning will ensure everyone's comfortable while hanging out in the home's numerous comfy corners. Enjoy a refreshment in the game room's wet bar, or make up a full meal in the well-equipped full kitchen. The private washer/dryer will take care of everyone's swimsuits. Barbecue fans will love having a private gas grill at their disposal on the lowest floor. When you're ready to kick back and enjoy a beverage, just pick a deck, any deck!

The bedrooms of this home are all spread out, and each has its own personality. The youngest guests in your group will want to head straight to the bunk rooms - one features a fun surfing theme, and the other is mermaid-themed and features a private back deck entrance and lovely particle board detail. The third and fourth bedrooms feature private deck entrances, ceiling fans, TVs, and en suite bathrooms. The sunny fifth bedroom features a five-window layout, ceiling fan, TV, and an en suite bathroom. The sixth and final bedroom features multiple windows, a ceiling fan, a TV, and an en suite bathroom. The ground level includes a bedroom with two sets of three triple twin bunks and the second bedroom has a full bunk bed with a trundle.

THINGS TO KNOW
Age-appropriate books and dinnerware are available for younger guests
The fireplace is not operational.
For January and February bookings, please contact the property management company to ensure the hot tub is available.
Private Pool Dates: The private pool is open May 1st through October 15th. The private pool is unavailable outside of these dates.
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 6 vehicles.




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
Premier Host

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 near the beach, this holiday home is in Ocean Sands, a neighbourhood in Corolla. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Corolla Raceway 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

  • Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Currituck Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Currituck Beach - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Corolla Beach - 12 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Off The Wall Tap House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Uncle Ike's Sandbar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sun Fish Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Chill Spot - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪North Banks Restaurant & Raw Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Dog-friendly home with private pool, hot tub, WiFi, central AC & private W/D have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Dog-friendly home with private pool, hot tub, WiFi, central AC & private W/D pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly home with private pool, hot tub, WiFi, central AC & private W/D?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly home with private pool, hot tub, WiFi, central AC & private W/D?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly home with private pool, hot tub, WiFi, central AC & private W/D located?

Located in Ocean Sands, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Outer Banks Beaches, Corolla Raceway and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars. Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 25 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

8.4/10

Check-in

7.0/10

Communication

7.8/10

Location

6.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

John A.

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

New Years

We had a great time at the red star fish. We had some minor hiccups with the stay but nothing that ruined our stay. We had 3 families and we all were very comfortable. Great size kitchen and 3rd floor where we spent most of our time. Great location to the beach. We would do it again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Yashica A.

Red star

This house is awesome.
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6/10 Okay

Cornelia E.

The Red Starfish retreat

Although the house is spacious and the location is excellent, it was not 100% clean and the kitchen lacks glassware. Do not expect to use the gas grill. It is falling apart. Trash outside was piled high when we arrived. Not very welcoming.
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10/10 Excellent

Diana A.

Charming Stay at the Red Starfish Retreat

We recently stayed for a week at this beach house and had a very relaxing and easy vacation. We were a minutes walk to the beach, and also to a lake that was fun to walk around. The house was clean and well-appointed. The decorations were pleasant and it was fun to spot a red starfish in out of the way locations. We would definitely recommend this rental home to others!
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10/10 Excellent

David B.

Highly recommend

Fantastic vacation spot. Very clean, awesome house to relax and have fun with family/friends. Mattresses are the absolute best I've ever laid on. I probably slept better here than my own home! Will say that wifi/internet is not that good, we did have a person jump on a few work calls but just something to consider if you need to work while at the house.

8/10 Good

Mary R.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Birthday Trip

My friends and I stayed at the starfish retreat this past weekend. It was nice but we were not given any trash bags so we had to use food lion bags to throw our trash away. The hot tub was a bit dirty and we wish they had a few essential items that are normally needed when you stay at a beach house for a few days. The location was fine and close to the beach and the house was nicely decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property worked out great for our family Thanksgiving trip, plenty of room for everyone to gather and plenty of room to spread out when needed. There were a few very minor things that could be addressed but nothing that diminished our experience. There was talk of making this trip a yearly tradition even before it was over.
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10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

Great Family Thanksgiving Getaway

This house worked out great for our family's Thanksgiving getaway. Plenty of room for everyone to gather and plenty to be able to have our own space if we wanted. We're already talking about making this a yearly tradition
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Jenni D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Extremely Nasty

Upon arriving at this home with my team, I found the house to be unclean beyond what words can describe. Dirty dishes in the cabinets, kitchen countertops and stove filthy, coffee pot with the previous person used coffee filter and K-cup still in the machine, bathrooms with the previous persons hair all over the bath tubs, toilets, floor and sinks, carpets unvacuumed and floors not swept or mopped -- it was a total wreck. Thankfully we had cleaning supplies and could clean it all for ourselves. I would NOT recommend this home for rent to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Joan T.

Liked: Check-in, location

Vacation 2023

We love the outer banks and the location was a perfect place and close to the beach. The house itself needs updated and some regular home improvements. The second floor balcony did not feel safe as the wood is deteriorating and the railing around it did not feel safe. The pool was nice to have. We had ants in our kitchen the entire trip and called/emailed several times and they responded on Wednesday, the fifth day we were there asking about it. By then, why bother! The place was not thoroughly cleaned-there was sand all over the floors when we arrived. We swept the place everyday, which was fine, and it should have been cleaned better prior to our arrival. There were also dog hairs on the living room furniture and on the bedspreads. While I knew it was a dog friendly rental, that should have been cleaned better as well. We rent vacation homes frequently for our family and this was by far, the least clean. I also want to add I never write bad reviews but thought it should be reported. Feel free to reach out for more details. Overall, we had a nice week but things should have been taken care of with the amount of money we paid for the week. I inadvertently asked for the wrong date when I booked and called right away as soon as I realized. When I asked to add one additional day as we planned to be there, we were hit with a huge one day bill that included pet costs, (we have no pets), cleaning, taxes, etc. as if it were another booking. crazy!! Best regards, Joan Taormina
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

Keep coming back

This is my family's 3rd time coming back to this house. We love that it's always clean. It's clear they're continually updating it because each time we come back there are new changes (new flooring and cabinet hardware this time)! It's an easy walk to the beach, which is great for my kids who want to come and go all day. The outdoor carport area is really convenient for storing all the beach gear every day. The second fridge in the lower level is a huge help.
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8/10 Good

Jonathan G.

OBX beach fun

Great location, short walk to beach access. Nice community with private pool and tennis courts. Home needs some updates like a new washer and dryer as they did not work very well. Overall the house has was in good shape and provided an awesome space.
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2/10 Terrible

Dawn L.

No worth it

The house was beautiful, this is true. But the experience was horrible. We were without internet for 2 days, and some guest left because they were not able to work remote without wifi. An unknown person came stating they were there to do the floors, but no email or communication was made about that. There was no broom, not enough toilet paper or paper towels. There was no broom, and not enough bathroom wash clothes for even less guests than expected. And Vacasa customer support was no help, and not a great resource. Back to staying in Airbnbs I go!
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10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Perfect place for our family

This was the perfect place for our family. There was plenty of room, and the house was in great condition. Loved being so close to the beach. Thank you!

4/10 Poor

Peter W.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Liars

We left a day early due to tornado warnings at this location. Upon arrival we noticed that door handles were loose, looks like someone punched one of the doors and the cleaning was sub-par. Now to what really has me upset. Prior to booking this house, an email was sent in reference to pool heat availability. It’s the main reason we book any house, because it’s late in the season and my daughter swims nonstop. We were informed it was available and I even sent a message on this thread about wanting it. Fast forward and trip is coming up and PAST CANCELLATION deadline, arrange for pool heat call and paid for it over the phone. Get a call a few days later stating it’s not available, because it broke and owners didn’t want to fix it. I don’t understand why we weren’t notified before cancellation deadline? Was this on purpose? We enjoyed our vacation anyways, but it’s hard to convince a child that they can’t go in the pool due to the water being too cold!! I don’t think that we should be charged the last day (possibly more) and in my opinion an explanation as why I was not contacted about the pool heat being broken and would we like to find another house that had it. That’s just poor management and customer service.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
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8/10 Good

Linda S.

HAD GREAT TIME

FAMILY, BEACH, WEATHER

8/10 Good

Susan B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Family vacation

House was large and could easily sleep 8 adults and a lot of children.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Melinda B.

Perfect OBX vacation spot

Beautiful vacation home, clean, well maintained, excellent location.
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10/10 Excellent

Ronda B.

OBX vacation

Beautiful home! So nicely decorated and very comfortable. We enjoyed being close to the beach and coming back to relax and play in the pool.
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10/10 Excellent

Susan N.

Great property

Nice, clean home. Plenty of room for our family of 15, including room to spread out on three floors. No complaints! Short walk to beach.
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10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Great retreat for the whole family

This place was really great! More than enough room for our whole family. The place was clean, relaxing and spacious. We made a game of finding all of the hidden red starfish. Location was amazing! Steps away from the beach. Grocery stores one mile in each direction. 7 minutes from the 4x4 beach. Well maintained beach, pool and hot tub. Central Air cooled off the house within minutes on the 91 degree day. Family great room was filled with light and was a great atmosphere!

2/10 Terrible

Timothy L.

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

Worst Rental

Worst experience ever…I plan on sending a detailed communication with photos…..Ritz price for an unkept motel experience
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
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8/10 Good

Jennifer C.

Fabulous, spacious retreat

My family had a wonderful time at this property! The pool is on the small side but was absolutely perfect for us. We paid to have it heated which unfortunately seemed to only work for the 1st day and water was icy by day 3, but that is the only real negative and would only be a factor in May most likely. House was extremely clean and comfortable, beds were very plush, carpet was new. Especially love that the dining table easily accommodates a large group (pet peeve of mine is when a house has tons of beds and dining seating for 6). Fabulous location -- 2 houses away from a trail along the lake and about a block from beach access. As with many houses in the area, there are lots of stairs, so keep in mind that it would not be ideal if you have any mobility issues (4 small half-flights of stairs from pool/driveway level to upper kitchen/living/dining level).

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Awesome

The property worked fantastic for our family reunion.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Janet Y.

Beautiful home

It was a beautiful home, but a few things weren’t working

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