1030 La Ballena Cottage *3 Min Walk to Beach - Vacation rental home in Corolla, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 13
• 5 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

New for 2023: New Queen Mattress, Box Spring, and Frame in Middle Level Bedroom!

Oceanside Oasis in Corolla
La Ballena Cottage or “The Whale Cottage” is a impressive oceanside home offering fantastic expansive ocean vistas and a private pool surrounded by pristine white sand. Constructed as a residence and brand-new to the rental market, this bungalow is in impeccable condition with personal coastal touches that will make you feel right at home. Boasting over 2,400 square feet of living space, there is plenty of room for your whole family to maneuver comfortably. When you're ready to hit the beach, the Bismark Dr. beach access is just 0.2 miles (a short 3-min. walk) away.

Pull up to this elegant Corolla bungalow and savor plenty of parking in the driveway for all your cars. Begin your relaxation by taking an afternoon nap in the hammock beneath the home. Out back, a sizable fenced-in pool deck area features an inviting private pool and plenty of chairs and pool loungers to make tanning poolside a breeze. After a long day on the beach, rinse off in the outdoor shower before heading inside. The first floor also includes a washer/dryer and leads you to the 2nd floor through a short staircase.

The majority of bedrooms are located on the main level of this home. Choose between 2 Queen Bedrooms—each with comfortable beds, beachy décor and plenty of natural sunlight. One of the Queen rooms includes a desk area ideal for remote working or remote learning! A third bedroom features a Double bed and the fourth bedroom is ideal for the kids containing a Pyramid Bunk bed. A second living area on this level features a Queen Sleeper Couch for additional space and doubles as a great place to getaway with your favorite book. There are two full bathrooms conveniently located between the bedrooms, one with a tub/shower combo and the other with a shower only.

Another staircase leads to the 3rd floor with its cavernous bedroom suite with TV and private bathroom with shower. There you will find a centralized completely equipped kitchen with pretty granite countertops and an 8-person dining table with 3 additional counter height chairs. This open floor concept also includes an adjacent roomy living area with TV and many comfortable seating options for you and your family to appreciate. Rest painless in the King Bedroom on the top floor. In addition, a screened porch gives you access to a full wrap around sun deck and a rooftop deck for those gorgeous sunrises in the morning and excellent cool breezes at nighttime.

Relaxation and Adventure Await
La Ballena Cottage is conveniently located in Corolla within mins. to its eateries and shopping. Stop by the Corolla Adventure Park to test your endurance. In Northern Corolla, you can go on a 4x4 adventure to discover the Corolla Wild horses in their natural habitat and then stop by the Wild Horse Fund museum to learn about their history. When you get hungry, you can take a short 5-min. walk to Pasquale's Pizza and Pub to grab a slice of pizza! No matter how you spend your vacation, you'll want to come back to La Ballena Cottage year after year!

Property Layout:
Top-Level: Living Area; Kitchen; Dining; King Bedroom; Full Bathroom (Shower Only); Screened Porch; Sun Deck
Mid-Level: 2 Queen Bedrooms; Queen Bedroom w/ Desk; Bedroom w/ a Pyramid Bunk Bed; Living Area w/ Queen Sleeper Couch; Full Bathroom (Shower/Tub Combo); Full Bathroom (Shower Only)
Ground-Level: Entrance; Laundry; Private Pool; Hammock; Outdoor Shower; Park Grills
Beds: 1 King, 3 Queen, 1 Pyramid Bunk, 1 Queen Sleeper Couch
**Please Note: RV's/Campers are not allowed or allowed to be parked at this rental property's driveway, private street, public street, or any common area in this property's community. Parking on the street is NOT allowed.

*Pools are subject to availability. For open/close dates and other pool-related information, review our rental policies.

Please Note: The umbrellas shown in the photos are not available for guest use.

Dog Info: This property accepts up to 2 dogs max, with an additional fee per dog.

DISTANCE TO LOCAL ATTRACTIONS & CONVENIENCES
9 Minutes/4.2 Miles to Corolla Food Lion
41 Minutes/22 Miles to Walmart
2 Minutes/0.7 Miles to Currituck Beach Lighthouse
49 Minutes/27.6 Miles to the Wright Brothers National Memorial
57 Minutes/32 Miles to Jockey's Ridge State Park
48 Minutes/29.1 Miles to H2OBX Waterpark
2 Hrs & 10 Minutes/86.8 Miles to Cape Point
2 Hrs & 3 Minutes/84.6 Miles to Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Ocean Hill, a neighborhood in Corolla. Wild Horse Museum and Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars and Corolla Raceway. Digger's Dungeon - Home of Grave Digger and Flippers Arcade & Variety Store are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

How to get the best Corolla rental experience:

Money saving strategies:

• Book your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rentals during holiday get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• To book the most suitable vacation home within your budget, we strongly suggest reserving in Fall or Spring months. You'll enjoy lower rates, better selection, warm weather and the absence of giant crowds at Currituck restaurants, tours, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable during June, July, and August.
• Hosts and Property managers sometimes offer promotional rates for active duty military and veterans. Make sure to check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer their guests an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for specifics.
• Look for your local Currituck visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local information, visitor guide magazines contain discounts for local attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Finding the best rental:

• First and foremost, have your family decide on the best dates and a budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. 1030 La Ballena Cottage *3 Min Walk to Beach has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed types is generally available on booking pages. If not, reach out to the property management company before reserving the property. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Additional pet fees or charges could be applied to your invoice.
• Is your group looking for particular amenities? Most rental search websites include amenity lists and search filters.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .

Know before you go:

• Take a copy of the owner's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, intercom or washer/dryer. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents a lot of problems.
• Protect the owner (and your things!) by keeping the rental locked up when you are away, just like you would back home.
• During check-in, note any damages to the property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome vacationers bothering your home life. Employ the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and places you would've not otherwise known about!
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Local residents can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, take a walk through the property to make sure you've collected everything. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your family have a excellent vacation? Most vacation rental websites make it easy for travelers to provide feedback. If your rental property and/or host was terrific, they would love to hear about it. If anything was imperfect and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your feedback.