- As low as $489/Night
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 14
General Features
- Books
- Games
- 4.5 bathrooms
- 5 bedrooms
- Air conditioning
- Barbecue grill
- Bathtub or shower
- Bed sheets provided
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
- Deadbolt lock
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Elevator
- English
- Fire extinguisher
- Fish cleaning table on site
- Fishing nearby
- Fitness facilities nearby
- Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite service
- Free WiFi
- Heating
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Limited onsite parking (max 5 spaces)
- Living room
- Marina nearby
- Microwave
- Near a health or beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near laundromat
- Near the beach
- Near the sea
- Onsite parking
- Oven
- Patio
- Pet friendly
- Private pool
- Refrigerator
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Shared/communal pool
- Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Smoke-free property
- Sofa bed
- Spa tub
- Stovetop
- Swimming nearby
- Toaster
- Towels provided
- Washing machine and dryer
- Water park
- Wildlife and game walks nearby
- Winery tours nearby
About this Property
- Sleeps 14
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
- Private vacation home
Updates for 2024: New Sleeper Couch on Top Level!
Unbeatable Oceanside Home with Wonderful Conveniences
If an assortment of impressive amenities, painless access to the impressive beaches of the Outer Banks, and newly refreshed furnishings, decor, and appliances are the requirements for your next Outer Banks vacation, your search for the ideal vacation rental can stop with A Shore Thing. Guaranteed to be the ideal home base for an striking vacation, this 5-Bedroom, 4.5-Bathroom oceanside home is located within the peaceful Ocean Sands, Section O Community in Corolla and is the ideal place to spend an idyllic vacation with your family. Its prime location on a peaceful cul-de-sac just one block away from the sun, surf, and sand of the Corolla beaches situates A Shore Thing within close distance to some of the best of what the Outer Banks has to offer while providing access to both a Private and Community Pool* as well as a bubbly Hot Tub and plenty of room for everybody in your family group to relax and appreciate an open-concept floor plan and the furnished Sun Deck with comfortable Adirondack furnishings and plenty of ocean breezes and broad vistas. And with an elevator to take you to all 3 levels, an memorable vacation at this Corolla home is A Shore Thing.
When you pull up to this handsome beach home, savor plenty of parking for up to 5 cars. Head on inside or rinse off in the convenient Outdoor Shower and venture out back where you can take a dip in your Private Pool* or soothe your muscles after that long drive in the bubbly 6-person Hot Tub. Get the kids cozy and cozy inside in one of the 2 Pyramid Bunk Bedrooms, each with streaming TV/Roku and direct access to the Pool Area. Down the hall, you'll find one shared Full Hallway Bathroom.
Take the elevator up to the Middle Level where you'll find more bedrooms to keep everybody comfortable. Get some rest in one of the 2 Queen Master Bedrooms with access to the Furnished Mid-Level Deck and access to the 6-Person bubbly Hot Tub that's ideal for getting some tranquility and peaceful. A 3rd Queen Master Bedroom at the end of the hallway has a Dual Vanity. This level features freshly updated carpets as well as the Laundry with a newly replaced Washer and Dryer, meaning that mid-week washes and beach towel fluff-ups are a breeze.
Upstairs, on the Top Level, gather together for movie nighttime in front of the enormous Flat Screen TV in the Living Area with wood-style floors, a Sleeper Couch for naps or additional sleeping space, and plenty of brilliant Outer Banks natural light from the windows. Cook up a delicious seafood meal in the modern Kitchen to savor in the Dining Area or at the Breakfast Bar. Take your coffee out onto the Furnished Sun Deck to enjoy spectacular vistas and a invigorating ocean breeze in the morning or enjoy a cool drink in the comfortable Adirondack furnishings and watch the stars appear in the evening sky as the bright blue above you fade to orange and indigo with an irreplaceable Outer Banks sunset.
The gently rolling surf and wide expanses of coveted Corolla shoreline are within simple walking distance right down the road, where you'll find a community Walkway over the sand dunes onto the beach. Appreciate the Ocean Sand Community Swimming Pool and Tennis Courts close by and if your dream is to enjoy a walk with your four-legged friend on the beach, A Shore Thing is a dog-friendly home that welcomes your furry canine family member to tag along on your trip. Its location along a side street with no through traffic offers a great place to safely take Fido for a walk. If you'd rather embark on a longer journey, simply head for the wide pathway that lines the east side of the main road through town and extends for miles in both directions so you can discover everything Corolla has to offer on foot.
Gorgeously decorated and meticulously cared for by its owners, A Shore Thing offers bright and cheerful decor in a variety of beachy hues that are sure to make you feel welcome at your home away from home for the week. This Outer Banks vacation rental has newly received a series of updates throughout, including all new furnishings, appliances, decor, and flat-screen TVs, as well as new floor on the Top Level and new carpet on the Middle Level. The only thing missing at A Shore Thing is you!
Lots to Explore in Corolla
You'll relish in the local history one day and relax on the expansive, unobstructed beaches the next when you stay in the pretty town of Corolla! On the northern beaches, you can go on a 4x4 tour to discover the Corolla Wild horses in their natural habitat and then stop by the Wild Horse Fund museum to learn about their origin. For another adventure, stop by the Corolla Adventure Park to test your endurance on an aerial obstacle course. Kids will appreciate the go-kart racing at Corolla RaceWay. Spend the day shopping by the close by TimBuck II Shopping Village with plenty of dining options for when you get hungry such as Mike Dianna's Grille Room, La Dolce Vita, North Banks Restaurant & Raw Bar, Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream, and Mama Easley's—just to name a few! When you're not appreciating a meal at one of the many great eateries in the area, step into the past by exploring the historic Whalehead Club or climbing to the top of the Currituck Lighthouse for an extraordinary 360-degree view of the surrounding town. No matter how you spend your vacation days in Corolla, they are sure to be so unforgettable that you'll return year after year!
Beach Access: 446feet/2-min. walk to Wave Arch Beach Access
Ocean Sands Section O Community Conveniences: Guests can enjoy the many community amenities including a community pool, tennis court, close by covered picnic areas, a gazebo, a 7-Acre Fishing Lake a short walk away, and access to the Corolla bicycle path.
Property Layout:
Top Level: Living Area w/Sleeper Couch; Dining Area; Kitchen; Furnished Sun Deck
Mid Level: 3 Queen Master Bedrooms; Laundry Closet; Mid-Level Deck
Ground Level: 2 Bedrooms w/Pyramid Bunk beds; Full Hallway Bathroom; Elevator Access to All 3 Levels
Exterior: Private Pool; Bubbly Hot Tub; Parking for 5 Vehicles; Gas Grille; Outdoor Shower; Fish Cleaning Table
Beds: 3 Queen, 2 Pyramid Bunk, 1 Sleeper Couch
RVs, campers, trailers, and golf carts are not allowed at this property.
Please Note: Parking in Ocean Sands is the space supplied with the home that you are renting. If you have more cars than spaces you will need to identify alternate parking outside Ocean Sands. There is no parking in the street due to the need to have room for emergency cars to access the homes.
*Pools are subject to availability. For open/close dates and other pool-related information, including heat and applicable costs, please visit www.OuterBanksVacations.com.
Dog Info: This property accepts up to 2 dogs max, up to 75 lbs., with an additional fee per dog. (Mature, home trained only. Must be crated when unsupervised.)
About the Area
Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Ocean Sands, a neighborhood in Corolla. Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Wild Horse Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars and The Sanderling Spa. Corolla Raceway and Nor'Banks Sailing 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 home experience:
Find your perfect rental home:
- Book your vacation rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many families reserve their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving and Christmas get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
- Summer is high season in the Currituck area. Booking in Fall or Spring months is a good way to save on your rental home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of acceptable homes. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Currituck vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
- Some property management companies offer special rates for veterans and active duty military. Ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your family.
- Property management companies typically offer their guests an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually will cost you between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for more information.
- Many management companies and vacation rental houses supply Currituck area travel guides that include coupons, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Currituck area magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.
Use filters to narrow your rental search:
- Choose your vacation dates and spending budget.
- Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. 1675* A Shore Thing *2 min walk to beach access has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
- Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is commonly accessible online. If they are not listed, call the property manager before reserving the vacation home. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
- If your family is traveling with pets, filter your search for a pet-friendly rental. Get information on breed, weight, and type requirements. Note that some hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.
- If there's a particular Currituck beach you are crazy about, keep an eye out for rentals that are either close by, or those that cater especially to your needs.
- Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all required amenities are included before booking.
More tips for your visit:
- Get the owner's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your . Put the host's contact information in your smartphone.
- Property managers are available to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions during your stay.
- Protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking the rental when you are gone, just like you would back home.
- Make a record of any issues with the rental upon arrival, and immediately e-mail them to the property manager. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that can be useful if damages are assessed.
- Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay more pleasurable. You'll magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors can be a great source for finding the best local spots.
- Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
- Upon check-out, take a walk-through to confirm you did not forget any personal items. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
- Walk through the property a final time and scan for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager is not available, ensure that you take video of the property to record its condition at check-out.
- Did you have a great time? Many rental home management companies make it easy for travelers to provide reviews. If your property and/or property manager was fantastic, they would love to hear about it. If anything was out of order and they failed to address it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your review.
Nearby Restaurants
- Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream - 0.7 miles
- Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream - 0.8 miles
- Mike Dianna's Grill Room - 0.8 miles
- Sundogs - 0.8 miles
- Pizzazz Pizza Company - 1.1 miles
- Island Smoothie Cafe - 1.1 miles
- Low Tide Bar & Grill - 2.7 miles
- Cosmo's Pizzeria in Corolla - 3.9 miles
Nearby Activities
- Miss Kitty's Old Time Photos & Gifts - 0.8 miles
- Kitty Hawk Surf Co. - 0.7 miles
- Kitty Hawk Kites - 0.7 miles
- Corolla Raceway - 0.8 miles
- Kitty Hawk Surf Co. - 0.8 miles
- Kitty Hawk Kites - 0.8 miles
- OBX Beach Toy Rentals - 0.9 miles
- Wild Horse Adventure Tours - 1.2 miles
Nearby Shopping
- Miss Kitty's Old Time Photos & Gifts - 0.8 miles
- The Cotton Gin - 0.7 miles
- Kitty Hawk Kites - 0.7 miles
- Kitty Hawk Surf Co. - 0.7 miles
- Nags Head Hammocks - 0.7 miles
- Brew Thru - 0.7 miles
- Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream - 0.7 miles
- Super Wings - 0.8 miles