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Charming cottage 2 blocks from the beach

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Family room.  My husband chose the TV.
Master Bedroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8162.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Hot tub

Explore the area

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Corolla, NC
  • Currituck Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Currituck Beach Lighthouse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Corolla Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Elizabeth City, NC (ECG-Elizabeth City-Pasquotank County Regional)
    ‪104 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Murphy Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Charming cottage 2 blocks from the beach

This vacation home has been beautifully renovated with the idea that a rental can feel unique and personal rather than generic and impersonal. Located in the beach community of Whalehead in Corolla, this upscale home features two en suite master bedrooms and two bedrooms having two twin beds each and a shared bathroom -- perfect for one or two families, a girls’ weekend, or a couple wanting a cozy home that's neither too big nor too small.

For the hot summer months, the private pool is refreshing, and the covered pergola poolside will allow for hours spent reading, napping or socializing without getting sunburned. And the fun can continue into the evening with the grill fired up and the lights on! There is a double swing on the mid-level deck, also a nice spot to enjoy by yourself or with a companion.

The house comes with beach umbrellas and chairs, as well as a decent collection of boogie boards and sandcastle building "equipment" for the kids. There’s also a cart to carry all this, making the short walk to the beach even easier. It’s only a three minute walk down a nice paved boardwalk to the beach. For those familiar with Whalehead, this is the Barracuda Walkway.

The house also offers some privacy, as it is surrounded by stands of pines, making it feel like it’s tucked in its own little cocoon.

As the owner/reservation agent/concierge whose been vacationing here for over twenty-five years, I'm happy to help my guests with their vacation planning. I care that all guests thoroughly enjoy their time spent in my home and this wonderful beach area.

Please note that my home is only available for rent on VRBO/HomeAway. It is not available on a third-party site or Craigslist. When making inquiries or bookings, you would only speak with me (the owner); I am always happy to talk and answer any questions you may have.

Property manager

Julie Harris
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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

No pets allowed
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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

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 Whalehead Beach, a neighbourhood in Corolla. 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 - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Currituck Beach Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Whalehead - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Wild Horse Museum - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Corolla Beach - 7 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Off The Wall Tap House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Uncle Ike's Sandbar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sun Fish Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Corolla Pizza & Deli - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Chill Spot - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming cottage 2 blocks from the beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Charming cottage 2 blocks from the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming cottage 2 blocks from the beach ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage 2 blocks from the beach ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage 2 blocks from the beach located?

Located in Whalehead Beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Currituck Beach and Outer Banks Beaches. Whale Head Bay and Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dave P.

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

Outer Banks

Great location great host we had a great stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

DONNA R.

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

Just wonderful

We had a fabulous vacation and could not have asked for a better place. The pool was amazing, and the sitting area was the best! We had so much fun and relaxation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie C.

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

The location was superb!!

The location was amazing, such an easy walk to the beach (even for my 2 year old) but felt as if we were in our private cove surrounded by trees. Such close proximity to the awesome park down the road, the lighthouse, and the 4x4 beach to see wild horses. The house was child friendly, kitchen fully stocked and the host was easy to get in touch with and very responsive. My family cannot wait to come back
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

tdavin D.

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

Great location. Great house!

We really liked this house. It was in great condition, and very private. The owner was very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan A.

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

Amazing Vacation!

The house was amazing! We loved it and it was great for our children and extended family. Right on the board walk for an easy walk to the beach. Our kids loved the pool. Julie was great to deal with. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

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

Slice of heaven

Beautiful property tucked away but yet close to everything you need. House is cozy and has many of the comforts of home. We are already planning next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

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

Wedding trip

Everything was perfect, short walk to the beach, very easy to locate and not far from everything
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jemimah T., Maryland, US

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

Great location near the beach

Julie was a wonderful & personable host. House is impeccable in a desirable location. Enjoyed the pool, porch swing & comfy beds. We would gladly stay here again in future.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

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

Perfect location

Julie has a lovely property. It is clean and comfortable. The pool was perfect. The beach is a very short and easy walk. We rented bikes, learned to surf, and saw the wild horses. This property was close to everything but still peaceful. Don't hesitate to stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Great place to stay

Location was great. Right next to the boardwalk to get to the beach. We used the beach chairs, umbrellas and beach cart. Was nice to not have to rent. Pool was wonderful. Kitchen was well stocked. Lots of spices to choose from. Loved the porch swing. I think it was everyone's favorite spot. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth M.

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

Vacation in a Tree House

Julies property was a wonderful stay. Nestled in the trees, the 3rd floor seemed more like a stay in a tree house than at the beach. Do not be fooled though, a quick walk on the direct path to the ocean gives you the best of both worlds! Private swimming pool, comfortable beds, fully furnished kitchen made our vacation one of the bests we ever had!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis O.

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

Fabulous

Great house, much larger than expected. Perfect location. We will return. Thank you again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Brittany F.

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

Great Family Getaway

This property was amazing! It had everything we needed and more. We could not have asked for a better place. Make sure you rent bikes and ride all around. The lighthouse and places to eat is a mile away. Also, wild horses are a must see. The pool is great to jump in and get refreshed. We will stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

M B.

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

Discovered Gem!

The pictures of the house don’t do it justice! The house is beautiful, clean, has just about anything you need, and has a great layout! It’s secluded, but a few steps away from the access path to the beach. There’s plenty to do in the area, and the host (Julie) is great with providing information prior to check-in about places to eat and places to go. We’ll definitely be back! ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

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

Perfect for two families

We have stayed at Julie’s house the past 4 years and we keep coming back to it every summer because it’s just perfect. We have two boys and two girls between our families and the bedrooms they share are perfect. It’s a short walk to the beach or less than 10 min to drive on the beach in Carova. The pool is private and is a great set up to enjoy. The kitchen is stocked with anything you may need which we appreciate since we cook mostly every meal. Julie is incredibly responsive and just a delight to work with. We will be back again next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

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

So Convenient!

The house was clean, the kitchen was probably the best stocked kitchen we have ever seen in a beach house, and it was incredibly close to the beach. What more can you ask for? The kids loved the pool and moms loved everything else!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Pat O.

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

Great Location

The easy 2 block walk way to the beach right off the driveway is a giant plus for this property. The pool was clean and enjoyed by all. Wifi weak on 3rd floor (owner working on that). Been in rentals with better kitchen supplies--no starter paper towels, no dish towels, rags or sponge, no dish detergent--dishwasher pods were plentiful. House decor very tasteful. Owner responsive to questions while at property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

CeCe C.

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

Beautiful Home in Great Corolla Location

Perfect home for a group of 4-6 people. Walk to the beach was about 10 minutes and a well constructed walkway right by the house made it easy to get to. House was furnished beautifully, beds were comfortable, and the kitchen had everything we needed, including an amazing selection of spices. Pool was the BEST -- and we'll never rent another home without one! Thank you, Julie, for sharing your home and for all the suggestions you made to make our trip so memorable!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

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

Clean, convenient, great Beach House for small groups with children

Convenient location to all area attractions. Very clean,open floor plan, great kitchen, several decks and porch swing were a plus. Clean pool, short walking distance to the beach. I was traveling with grandparents and my children. Everyone had a great time. Julie was very quick to respond to any questions I had. Only thing I would recommend is a gas grill and a railing for the pool stairs. Other than that perfect vacation house will be returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Angela C.

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

Great location

We really enjoyed the short walk to the beach. Lots of things to do nearby. Julie was absolutely wonderful with response time to questions/concerns. The pool area was nice. We didn’t get to enjoy nearly as much as we wanted to due to the weather but the kids had no trouble jumping in. We did run into a few small problems(Julie fixed them rather quickly). I loved that laundry soap, dish soap, pots, pans, etc were provided. It saved us extra packing. Overall, we had a great stay!! Thanks Julie!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan F.

Such a GREAT vacation house!

This was an amazing vacation home! We have a family of 4 and my parents and all had plenty of room. We have 2 small children and both LOVED the bedrooms that seem to be decorated just for them. The walk to the beach was very manageable even with 2 small kids which was a relief and the beach cart that was provided made it even easier! The house was well stocked and had everything you could ever think of. Julie was great! She help me through some booking issues that we had and was extremely helpful during our stay. Very responsive! Look forward to staying here again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

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

Cozy, Beautiful Beach Home!

If you're deciding whether to stay here or not, DO IT! This beach house is kept very clean, has beautiful decor, and everything you could possibly need! From a beach cart and toys, an ammmmazing pool area with fabulous/comforatble outdoor seating, to a kitchen loaded with everything (the spice drawer being my personal fav)! This house is up to date with a big TV, appliances, a skylight in the master bathroom, and when you walk out the door you can go right onto a walkway that leads straight to the beach! My family and I enjoyed everyday there! We'll definetly be back! Thanks for everything Julie! Beach love, Kris
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alisha T., Somerset, KY

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

Spacious, Clean, Convenient

This property was perfect for our family getaway to Corolla. We traveled with a family of 4 and grandparents. There was ample space and accommodations for everyone. Everything was provided. Having the washer and dryer was very convenient. The beach was just a short walk and the property included everything needed for the beach (wagon, carts, beach toys, chairs, umbrellas.) The property also has a nice sized pool which was good because the beach had red flags and we couldn’t swim in the ocean. The kids rooms are nice and have thoughtful touches that the kids were excited about (LEGOS in the boy’s room and plush sea creatures in the girl’s room). We also enjoyed reading the books available in their rooms. The property is mostly private for where it is located. It is also a short drive to some good restaurants, shopping, grocery store, arcade, etc. Lastly, the property owner was very responsive and helpful. We enjoyed our stay and would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francis F.

This wonderful cottage exceeded our expectations!

The second we walked in, we felt a welcoming vibe. The decor was impeccable, truly fit for a beach house. Everything from the living areas, bedrooms, bedding, towels, kitchen, and kitchen supplies was clean and fresh. My daughter absolutely loved the room she slept in. It was perfect for any princess! The kitchen was conveniently stocked with everything we needed to cook meals, even a variety of spices! It was so inviting, that we didn’t want to leave the house! Going to the beach was so convenient with only a short enjoyable walk away! Julie has everything you need for the beach such as nice, comfortable chairs, toys, coolers, and a wagon to haul it all there and back! I tell you we were truly lucky to find this gem. We loved every second spent there, and we are already making plans to come back! My kids specifically asked to come back to the same house, and I completely agree!! Thank you Julie for making our first OBX experience a great one!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

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

Overall beautiful house, beautiful location!

The house really is beautiful, specifically the upper level. The kitchen is very well stocked and the furniture in the living room is extremely comfortable. The master bedroom on the top floor is quite nice. There were no complaints about beds with maybe the exception of the bedroom with the two twins, they weren't the most comfortable but not horrible. The only thing worth perhaps a mention is the lack of a proper grill. My family and I vacation every year and do the majority of our own cooking. The grill provided is the old campsite metal pole, charcoal option and it sits down stairs next to the pool...right in the hot afternoon/evening sun. I felt like I was being cooked faster than the chicken! A gas grill on the upper deck would be a fantastic addition. Other than that, super short walk to the beach, amazing pool area!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Julie Harris

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Thank you for your interest in our beach house. This house was built in 1986 by my Aunt, and was her pride and joy for over thirty years until she passed away in 2012. My Aunt wanted this house to stay in the family and be enjoyed for decades so she designated us as its new owners and caretakers. We gratefully accepted the honor.

Why they chose this property

This property was completely renovated in 2013. A new kitchen, new bathrooms, an added 1/2 bath upstairs. Freshly painted inside and out. Master bedroom was redesigned to accommodate a king size bed. All the furniture and linens are new. All kitchenware is new, dishes, glasses, silverware, pots and pans.

What makes this property unique

This property is designed for one or two families. Family reunions will have to be for another day. With a straight walk to the beach on a walkway, it's convenient to go back to the house to refill the cooler, jump in the pool, or find reprieve from the midday sun.

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English

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