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Charming Carova Cottage on 4x4 beach, Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Close Beach Access

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Exterior
4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Corolla, NC
  • Popular LocationFalse Cape State Park6 min drive
  • Popular LocationSwan Beach12 min drive
  • Popular LocationSandbridge Beach46 min drive
  • AirportNorfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)57 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, sleeps 10
209.0 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 double bed
    2 single beds
Bedroom 2
    1 double bed
    2 single beds
Bedroom 3
    1 king bed
Bedroom 4
    1 king bed
Bathroom 1
    Combined bath/shower
Bathroom 2
    Combined shower/bath
Bathroom 3
    Combined shower/bath

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming Carova Cottage on 4x4 beach, Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Close Beach Access

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Perfect cottage on the 4x4 beach for an adult getaway or two families with kids. Consider this gem as a remote get-a-way with 9 miles of beach driving adding to the fun. 4wd vehicles are a must for your trip to Carova Beach.

Enter the main floor from your front decks and the space opens up to the great room with living area, dining space and fully equipped kitchen.

This main level has two bedrooms... one with a king bed and full private bath (walk-in shower) and the other with a twin-over-full bunk plus a separate twin. There is a full bath in the hallway, plus the laundry room.

The rear deck is off the kitchen and is perfect for sunsets and overlooks the pool.

Upstairs there is an identical setup to below... one king room with full private bath and another room with a twin-over-full bunk plus a separate twin. There is also another full bath in the hallway.

Ground-level below the house provides wonderful space for the hot tub, outdoor shower, charcoal BBQ grill, hammocks, hanging daybed, corn hole, picnic table, and plenty of space for games. Horses come by most days.

No parking allowed under the house is allowed, all cars must stay on the sand.

The pool is open April 1 through end of October. The pool can be heated for a $300 weekly fee in April/May and Sept/Oct.

Doggos are welcome! Pet fee is $250, an additional fee may be applied for multiple animals as appropriate, please check with Marty.

Property manager

Marty Thompson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking on site
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2250 sq ft (209.0 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Note from host: Fee is per dog. $250 for first, $100 each addl

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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. 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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What's nearby

  • False Cape State Park - 6 min drive
  • Swan Beach - 12 min drive
  • Sandbridge Beach - 46 min drive
  • Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge - 48 min drive

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • Moonrise Bay Vineyard - 193 min drive
  • Carova Beach - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming Carova Cottage on 4x4 beach, Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Close Beach Access have a pool?

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

Is Charming Carova Cottage on 4x4 beach, Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Close Beach Access pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Charming Carova Cottage on 4x4 beach, Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Close Beach Access?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Carova Cottage on 4x4 beach, Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Close Beach Access?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Charming Carova Cottage on 4x4 beach, Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Close Beach Access located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Outer Banks Beaches and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from False Cape State Park. Swan Beach and Corolla Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 39 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maxine C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
Our family had a wonderful stay! We loved the remoteness of the house and the easy walk to the beach. The heated pool was perfect even though it was a chilly week. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
House was immaculate. Owner was exceptionally welcoming and helpful. We had such an amazing time getting away and enjoying the peace and quiet. You feel like you’re on island perfectly secluded from the rest of the world. It is unlike anywhere else in OBX.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
March in Outer Banks
The home enabled us to enjoy our stay in the Outer Banks. We were unfamiliar with the area and the 4X4 beach driving, but love learning new things. The weather was not the best, but with the comforts of the home, we were had a relaxing time playing games, enjoying the hot tub and binge watching TV. The place is quite clean. And I am very picky about that. So thank you for ensuring a comfortable stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lizzy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING stay!
We absolutely love staying at this property! It was so clean and had everything we needed! Also, communication was awesome. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Paradise
Splash of Lime was an excellent choice for our small family including the dog. The home was clean and spacious. We stayed primarily on the main level but the property could have easily housed a second family comfortably and with privacy. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking. Loved being able to drive to the beach and we did see horses!! Marty was a fantastic host and made it known from the beginning he was a call or text away. Having gone off season we understood the changes of bad weather.. When there was news of TS Ophelia headed our way, Marty text us updates on the tides and weather to make sure we were up to speed on the conditions. We have never had such open communication with past rentals which was never a big deal but being in a remote location it was reassuring. We look forward to returning again! 5/5
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mason S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
What a great stay we had over New Years 2024! Marty is very easy to work with and responsive to any questions. House has all you need! Open areas, nice size bedrooms, well stocked kitchen and even kitchen extras such as an Air Fryer! Highly recommend staying here. Horses walked right by one morning!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Traci M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Vacation
This is a lovely home and extremely clean. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Marty was very informative and provided helpful information and clear communications prior to our stay. We would highly recommend this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leann M., Colchester, CT

Liked: Cleanliness
RELAXING and BEAUTIFUL
The house itself is LOVELY, spacious, clean and perfect for multi person privacy. The neighborhood was great… sand roads, right off the beach, horses wandering about. Just incredible. I will say, we were there OFF SEASON, and there are many (Large) homes there in the neighborhood with quite a bit of new construction happening, so I don’t really know what this place might be like mid summer. (Likely quite fun for social folks!) The host was super! Very communicative and responsive! The house has everything you could need to cook in. The beach ride was fun, AND, if you’re not an adventurer at heart…stop in advance of the 4x4 beach to do your grocery shopping. We didn’t end up utilizing the pool or hot tub, but they looked great as well! can’t say enough about Splash Of Lime!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Time
This was perfect for our family which included our fur babies. It was their first time to the beach. So the short walk to the beach and many road areas to walk was perfect. Perfect getaway!! The house was beautiful and had everything we needed and then some. Highly recommend this property and Marty was great! We appreciate you sharing your home with us! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!!
We absolutely loved every minute! This place was just lovely! Beautiful, clean and a total hidden gem - just secluded enough that we could really enjoy nature/the setting and really relax! It was even more beautiful than the pictures, and upon arrival was so clean and welcoming - even for a germaphobe and clean freak like myself, I was really impressed! The horses came right to the house several times and we were able to quietly observe and enjoy them from the houses raised decks - we got some great photos/videos! The kids loved this! The owner was amazing, very helpful and always quick to reply with any questions we had. We also really appreciated the little touches the owner added to our stay. We truly appreciate the chance to stay here and hope we can return in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023