Animal House: Soundfront, Hot Tub, Dog-Friendly - Vacation rental home in Corolla, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 5 Bedrooms
• 6 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 4449 square feet

Animal House is a charming waterfront getaway boasting an unbeatable location in the sought-after Corolla Light community. With resort amenities just a short walk away and a complimentary trolley service to the beach, you can park your car in the driveway and leave it there your entire stay if you choose. Along with an exceptional view of the Currituck Sound, Animal House provides direct access to the water for launching kayaks and paddleboards. The community's soundside pier is right behind the home, ideal for fishing, crabbing or simply watching the gorgeous sunsets.

A reverse floorplan, west-facing sun deck and windows galore make the most of the soundfront location. After a day at the beach or exploring the resort, come home and gather in the comfortably furnished, open-concept great room. It leads out to an broad waterfront deck with a bubbly hot tub. When you're not dining out, prepare meals in the well-supplied kitchen with stainless steel appliances. A double oven, two sinks and two dishwashers make cooking and clean up for enormous groups a breeze. The primary bedroom is also located on the top level, offering the same impressive view and convenient deck access as the great room. It includes a comfortable nook ideal for reading or catching up with work. A generously sized private bath features a double vanity, jetted tub and separate shower.

The mid-level consists of four more bedrooms (including two ensuites), three of which provide direct access to the soundfront covered deck. Downstairs, the entire ground floor is dedicated to indoor entertainment, where guests can watch a movie or the big game in the den or shoot pool on the billiard table. Use the kitchenette for convenient snacks and drinks, and the additional full-size refrigerator for storing additional groceries or the catch of the day. Animal House is equipped with an elevator, ideal for guests with mobility issues. Skip the stairs and use it to send suitcases to the upper floors. As the name might suggest, Animal House is dog-friendly so your fur babies can accompany you on the vacation of a lifetime.

As guests of Corolla Light, your family will have access to a variety of world-class resort amenities - there's really something for everybody! A trolley stop is located just two tons from the home and will shuttle you to the Oceanfront Complex for a full day of fun in the sun. Along with direct access to the beach, you'll find three outdoor pools, a snack bar, shuffleboard, volleyball, basketball and a playground. Back on the west side of the resort, Animal House is only 200 feet away from the soundfront community pool as well as the Corolla Light Sports Center. This impressive 36,000 sq. ft. facility includes an indoor pool, indoor and outdoor tennis courts, a exercise center with showers and a sauna, racquetball, walleyball, ping pong, and weekly classes/activities.

Family Animals allowed - dogs only. No smoking/vaping. 10 armbands for Corolla Light amenities. Trolley service available from Memorial Day thru late August.

About the Area

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Corolla Light, a neighborhood in Corolla. Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Wild Horse Museum 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

Strategies to get the perfect rental home experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• Summer is the most expensive season in coastal NC. To find the best value, consider shifting your group's vacation week to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer great temperatures, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Currituck vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rental homes during holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager whether your group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Property managers typically offer customers an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally will cost 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Find a copy of your local Currituck area magazine upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, visitor guides contain deals for nearby tours and attractions.

Filter your rental search:

• Begin by choosing your vacation dates and a max budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Animal House: Soundfront, Hot Tub, Dog-Friendly has 5 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is generally available on booking pages. If they are not listed, email or call the property management company before you reserve the vacation home. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction? Use a map search to browse nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. .
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional fees or costs could be applied to your contract.

Have a wonderful stay:

• Add the property manager's contact information to your smartphone. Print and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Upon arrival, make note of any issues with the rental property and immediately alert the owner. Record all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, television set or kitchen appliance. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents many difficulties.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are a great source for finding the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Local residents can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Keep your rental home locked while you're out! Don't let thieves ruin your family vacation.
• At departure, take a final walk-through to confirm you did not forget any personal items. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did you have a excellent vacation? Most rental home management companies make it easy for customers to provide reviews. If your rental and/or host was fantastic, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was inoperable and they failed to fix it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.