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Twin Shores Carova Beach, vacation rental one road behind the oceanfront road
Twin Shores at Carova beach, 4 bed, 3.5 bath, sleeps 8 adults or 6 adults 3kids
Pool with beautiful mature trees. Amazing and private.
Photo of front of the house
Living room with 65 inch TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 9176 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Corolla, NC
  • False Cape State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Swan Beach
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Corolla Beach
    ‪97 min drive‬
  • Elizabeth City, NC (ECG-Elizabeth City-Pasquotank County Regional)
    ‪204 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1 (King master)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 (Queen master)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 (Queen)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 (Queen bed)

1 Queen Bed

Office 1

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Hall bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

King master bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Powder room on family room level

Toilet

Queen master bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful home in unique area where wild horses roam free, with pool and hot tub

Please do not inquire if you want to leave your dog unattended for many hours and/or they are not house trained. We know accidents of all kinds happen, but please clean up after yourselves. If we have to clean up biological waste of any kind, a fee of $400 will be taken from your deposit.
We are pet friendly but please use provided vacuums to keep up with pet hair. Excessive pet hair will incur a $200 fee taken from your deposit.

Please disregard VRBO's "Explore the Area" the items and/or drive times are not accurate. Please inquire and we can provide you the answers to how far away False Cape state park is for example an 8 minute drive and Swan beach is a 15 minute drive. We are on Carova beach which is a 1 minute drive.

We love our great return guests!
New this year... new 65" QLED 4K TV and brand new front decks (2 levels)
Rental in a very quiet area of Carova beach with private pool and hot tub.
4WD is a must unless you are a very experienced beach driver and you have a high clearance AWD vehicle, and you must lower your tire pressure to get to the beautiful 4X4 area of Corolla, called Carova, where the wild horses roam free. DO NOT feed the horses, normal horse food and treats like apples have killed them. Stay 50 ft away from the horses.

If you have someone in your party who does not have 4WD and would like to leave their vehicle on the pavement, here is a phone number to help you: 252-619-3633. They also provide a service to bring people from your group to your house on check in and back to the pavement where the car is parked, on check out day.

Twin Shores is owner managed, in business since 2015, and we take pride in providing our guests a wonderful vacation at the beach. Features: private pool (end of May-end of September) and hot tub, ocean views, rooftop deck, charcoal grill, gas grill, kayak, hammock.

Twin Shores is a reverse floor plan home so you will enjoy the ocean view from the living area. There is comfortable furniture, a 65" flat-screen TV with surround sound, DVD, Netflix, and extensive movie library. We have an antenna that gets over 20 channels. The sun deck on this level has comfortable deck furniture, built in seating, a gas grill and picnic table. The free-standing gas fireplace is not available. Our updated kitchen has everything you need to cook for your family. (blender, mini food processor, rice cooker, slow cooker, hand mixer, and full size electric griddle, keurig, and automatic drip coffee maker) Steps from the kitchen is the spacious screened in porch where you can enjoy the seven person hot tub! Through the door on the porch, go up the stairs to a large rooftop deck with amazing ocean views and star gazing at night. Twin Shores is dog friendly.

On the middle level are four bedrooms: (all have TVs)
1 King Master (private bath)
2 Queen Master bedrooms(private bath)
1 Queen Bedroom with Semi-private Bath (also opens to hall) and Deck Access
1 Bedroom with Pyramid Bunk with Deck Access, with lots of toys for the kids
There is also a den with a 42 inch flat screen TV, a computer desk, library of books for adults and kids, Nintendo Wii, and has a sofa. The decks on this level are shaded and include a porch swing and other comfortable deck furniture.
On the ground level is the laundry, outdoor shower with hot/cold water and changing area, and the extremely private pool deck area for the whole family to enjoy.
A kayak is provided for exploring the Currituck Sound.

Once you book, you will be required to provide a picture id (driver's license), and to electronically sign a rental agreement.

*****PLEASE NOTE*******
1) Linens are not provided, blankets and pillows are provided. Please bring sheets and towels, do not expect to sleep on just the mattress covers
2) We rent our home to family groups only, and at least one person in your party, staying at Twin Shores, must be 25 years old. Please, no parties or events. No exceptions.
3) Up to 3 housebroken dogs are allowed during your stay. No breed restrictions, but please don't leave your dog unattended for extended periods if they are not crated. Indicate the number of dogs in your inquiry. Please do not allow them to potty inside the house
4) Baby Items: Folding high chair is in the kitchen pantry closet. Pack n play is in the ocean facing queen bedroom with the iron and ironing board. Twin Shores loves families, but is not childproof. Toys provided are for children 3 and up that no longer put items in their mouths.

We hope you can make great memories at Twin Shores.

Property manager

Julie Moyaux
Premier Host

Languages

English

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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
Toys in southeast bedroom ages 3+ pls supervise
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
Up to 3 housetrained dogs allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please do not throw butts on the property
We provide one kayak,do not drag the kayak through the sand. Pool is 4 ft deep, so please do not dive into the pool, for your safety.
Loss of a parking pass will deduct $150 from your credit card hold deposit per pass
For 1-3 well behaved dogs, indicate that on your reservation. In addition to any dog fee, if pee/poo left inside at checkout a charge $300 applies

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 Corolla, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Currituck National Wildlife Refuge and Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education. 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

  • False Cape State Park - 16 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Swan Beach - 53 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Currituck Beach Lighthouse - 59 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Corolla Beach - 97 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Currituck Beach - 105 min drive - 14.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Carova Beach - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬189 min drive
  • ‪Moonrise Bay Vineyard - ‬191 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful home in unique area where wild horses roam free, with pool and hot tub have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Beautiful home in unique area where wild horses roam free, with pool and hot tub pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Beautiful home in unique area where wild horses roam free, with pool and hot tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful home in unique area where wild horses roam free, with pool and hot tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful home in unique area where wild horses roam free, with pool and hot tub located?

This family-friendly Corolla holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Outer Banks Beaches and Currituck National Wildlife Refuge. False Cape State Park and False Cape Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and peaceful
Twin Shores has it all. Pool , hot tub , Beautiful views and plenty of space for the whole family! Highly recommend and Julie is a peach to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Beach House
Twin Shores has so much - pool, hot tub, grill, hammocks, beach chairs, kayak, lots of games and dvds, multiple porches and hang out zones. Fully equipped kitchen. Great for our multiple family trip with all different aged kids. Super clean. Great instructions from owner on what to bring, best way to access the property. Saw lots of wild horses. Just around the corner from the Carova fire house with a little souvenir shop. So fun to drive the 4x4 beach. Super friendly folks all around. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
“A million out of ten”
When asking my family if they were enjoying this vacation and home, my son replied “I give it a million out of ten” and everyone else agreed. The home is in a wonderful location that is both secluded yet easily accessible by 4x4. We really enjoyed seeing wildlife each day with deer, a fox, and many wild horses that frequented the area. Driving and parking on the beach was an unforgettable experience. This home is in fantastic condition compared to many other rentals we’ve encountered, and the kitchen is stocked with anything and everything a family might need to enjoy a week away from the creature comforts of city life. Absolutely everything about this home and our experience there was top notch and the owner was very helpful and communicative before, during, and after our visit. We are already discussing when we can return again since this has been deemed the “best vacation ever” :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Family Getaway!
We had a great stay at this beach home for an extended Labor Day weekend! Very clean, well-equipped kitchen, and a very responsive property owner. It was close to the beach, quiet, and our family absolutely loved all of the porches. Highly Recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

David Y., Cincinnati, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home near the beach!
Absolutely fantastic place to stay. Home was comfortable and close to the beach. Kitchen had everything you could ever want or need. Looking forward to staying again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Stay
This house was everything listed and so much more. It felt like we were staying in a home, not a house. The kitchen was so well equipped, and the furnishings and overall feel let us know someone loves this home, and we loved staying here. Julie was a great communicator and the overall stay was smooth, relaxing and absolutely wonderful. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Garrett T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home.
First off the owner is very polite and communicates very well with any questions that may be asked. The moment we walked through the door it was very clean. The water was good, for anyone that has been in the area for multiple visits knows some houses can have a dispersant odor. The kitchen is loaded with a ton of nice and convenient items; check the list before packing from home it is probably at the house. The other wonderful part of the house I felt was the screened in room. To relax outside and not have the bugs or frogs all over. My only problem we had as a family was that we couldnt stay longer in the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Miranda S., Hershey, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home Away from Home
We really enjoyed our stay. We were able to get in a bit early and the cleanliness of the house was the first thing I noticed. There’s so much at the house that I could have easily left 2 of my large, storage bins at home. It really feels like a home, not a rental unit. The owner of the house was friendly, helpful and easy to reach. The property is quiet and secluded and we loved the rooftop deck, especially. The layout takes some getting used to, for sure. My only wish is that it was beachfront! My twenty-somethings had no issue walking to and from the beach but it was a bit much for me in the heat with a recovering ankle, so I wasn’t able to escape to the beach by myself at all. However, my brother and his family loved this location more than being beachfront. We love Carova but didn’t see as many horses for some reason. Perhaps because there were so many more people this time. Luckily, the house is down the beach enough that this did not matter. Thank you for a much needed escape to an amazing area! We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4×4 beach property
We loved loading the truck up with beach stuff & just driving to the spot u wanted @ beach, which was a 3 minute drive from house. Beats the hell out of dragging a loaded down wagon through zillions of people in the hot sand like we've done @ many other beaches in the past. The only problem is the house was so comfortable that often we got relaxed & didn't want to leave the multiple deck seating aread or the nice pool & hot tub! Kitchen was also stocked with anything you could think of! Bottom line is that our families had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great vacation!
From the start Julie was excellent to work with and very responsive to all of our questions. The house was extremely clean and very comfortable. It was our first time in OBX so we were unsure what to expect but this house has everything you could need. The only part of the experience we did not like was driving on the beach for a long period of time and through the large water puddles on the “road” to the house. Once at the house everything was great and the beach is a block or so over. If you are comfortable with driving off road then I would highly recommend this rental. The house and Julie were both great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jordan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great 4x4 Beach house
We have stayed at 5 different homes now at the 4x4 beach. This house is by far the best for the money. Very well taken care of.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Audrey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful home! The house is well stocked!
So easy to check in! The home is beautiful! Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paula G., Grasonville, MD

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly with visits from horses
Owner highly responsive to any questions or needs. Great place to take pets. Horses came often to visit. Place extremely clean and well kept. Would be a great place to take the family.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kurt R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely beach vacation
Property matched description. House was amazing. Great views not far from beach. Jacuzzi and pool were well maintained and worked perfectly. No issues with WiFi or any other amenities. Highly recommend
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay!
Loved this house and location. Close to the firehouse ( Access to ice and fresh water ) Beach very close and easy walk if needed. Up the beach far enough for it not to be crowded. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
The house was very clean and had a very well stocked kitchen. The owner was very responsive to our text messages.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jerry F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome get-a-way
Twin Shores was a pleasure from the booking process, the house and property all the way through check out. Julie was super responsive when questions arose. Upon arrival the house was easy to access and the amenities were many. The house was very clean and showed no signs that the house was pet friendly. The pool was relaxing, the hot tub refreshing and the short trek to the beautiful beach a breeze. One morning I came down the stairs to be face to face with a wild horse in the carport, what an amazing sight. The wild horses are all around the property and offered ample opportunities to take photos. I would definitely recommend Twin Shores for a family looking for an amazing, relaxing week away from the hustle and bustle.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private Oasis
A beautiful home that you can hide away from the hustle and bustle of life and decompress! Julie is an attentive owner and checks in to make sure everything is going well. House is beautiful and with 3 teenagers was perfect for our family! Highly recommend and can’t wait to go again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2020 OBX Trip
Really enjoyed staying and using all of the amenities at this property. From the coffee maker to the gas grill to the pool to the large skillet to the kayak to the ... Julie was great and communicated well throughout during the uncertainty with the pandemic. My family and I had a very nice stay and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place to Rent
I highly recommend your stay here. The place is wonderful. We loved it here and hope to rent again. The kitchen had everything you need. The owner was very responsive and kind. We got to see the horses in the yard with our morning coffee. Great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jack F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacation
We had a wonderful week! The house was spotless when we arrived, check-in was incredibly easy, and we were settled-in in no time at all. The kitchen had everything we needed, the pool was pristine (water was a bit cold, though) and the hot-tub got used every day. Location was perfect, we'd be delighted to come back and stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great rental
Well stocked and clean house. Has everything you need to enjoy your stay. Nice pool. Short walk to the beach. If you have room in the car, get your groceries, water, TP, tissues, and paper towels before making the several-mile commute up the beach to reach the house.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

James D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved t
The house was beautiful decorated was great. Kitchen was fully equipped.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible house!!
The house was amazing. Had everything little thing that everyone in the family enjoyed. Pool, hot tub, very well stocked kitchen,big spacious house and it was pet friendly! Everyone had plenty of room. A short drive to the beach or just a couple minutes walk. Everything is as listed. Julie was incredibly helpful and easy to work with. We would absolutely book here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Autumn Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation!
The location, amenities, distance to the beach and pool were perfect! We had a wonderful time and Julie was always quick to answer any questions we had!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Hosted by Julie Moyaux

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Hi everyone, my name is Julie and I love Carova! I discovered the area for the first time in 2009 and the rest is history! We visited and rented many places before deciding to buy. I believe it is a truly unique and wonderful place. I hope you will enjoy yourselves there, as much as my family and I have.

Why they chose this property

I believe Carova beach is one of the last remaining non commercialized, truly unique beaches in America. The wild horses truly make this area special. With that said, you should choose Twin Shores because we are owner managed, it is our second home, and we care deeply about the house and the area. We are priced lower than the vast majority of the homes for rent from the big rental companies, and we have so much to offer.

What makes this property unique

I love my home because of its proximity to the ocean, the ocean views, the rooftop deck, the screened in porch with hot tub, and of course the pool! I also love the fact that we are in a very quiet area, with less houses.

Languages:

English

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