Beautifully appointed Corolla condo with direct beach access! - Vacation rental home in Corolla, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 7
• 2 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Condo
• Approximately 898 square feet

Always Supplied, complimentary linens and made beds!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​​New for 2024: Couches. ​If you're looking for a comfortable beach hideaway, look no further than Shades by The Sea. This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom Corolla condo is located in the Oceanside Villas community of Ocean Sands. As a guest at Shades by The Sea, you'll be able to savor community tennis and direct beach access in the Ocean Sands community. Plus, Shades by The Sea, is close by Harris Teeter for convenient grocery trips and is close to local attractions like wild horse tours and shopping. A short drive north will take you to the Currituck Beach Lighthouse and the historic Whalehead Club as well.
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Inside Shades by The Sea, you'll find handsome beach-inspired décor making you feel casual as soon as you arrive. The living area features ample seating and a flatscreen TV ideal for watching movies and shows with your friends and family. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare meals during your stay and there's plenty of seating at the dining room table for 6 as well as the breakfast bar with seating for 3. Plus, Shades by The Sea features a covered, furnished balcony that's ideal for appreciating a morning cup of coffee while taking in the warm breeze of the OBX. When it's time to get some rest for the nighttime, head to one of the two bedrooms for some shuteye. Additional amenities at Shades by The Sea include an in unit washer and dryer, Keurig coffee maker, and WiFi internet access. If you have a smaller group, Shades by The Sea is the ideal choice for your next Corolla vacation!

Parking & Location Note: Shades by the Sea is located in the second building on the left, directly across from the beach access walkway. Parking for Shades by the Sea is located right beside the "Sealoft Village" sign, even though this unit is located in the "Oceanside Villas" building.

Distance to Beach: Approximately 75 Yards

BEDDING:
1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Pyramid Bunk

LEVEL 1:
Living Room, Dining Area, Kitchen, King Master Bedroom, Bedroom with Queen and Pyramid Bunk, Full Hall Bathroom.

About the Area

Located by the sea, this condo is in Ocean Sands, a neighborhood in Corolla. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Corolla Raceway and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Our top Rental property booking tips:

Cost saving strategies:

• June, July, and August are high season in Corolla. Booking in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons is our favorite way to save money on your vacation home. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of suitable homes. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unaffordable during June, July, and August.
• In the Currituck area, The sooner your group can book a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable properties are reserved very early. Booking your rental property up to 12 months before your vacation dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation home.
• Some property management companies offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans. Make sure to check with your property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your group.
• Property management companies frequently offer their guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for details.
• Find a copy of your local Currituck visitors guide magazine when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, travel guide magazines contain deals for local accommodations and attractions.

Narrow your rental Search:

• Choose vacation dates and maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your family needs. Beautifully appointed Corolla condo with direct beach access! has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Currituck rental home search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts is usually available online. If not, email or call the host before booking the home. Remember that most properties list maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds. You'll need to work out what is optimal for your group.
• Is your group looking for unique amenities? Most rental websites include search filters for amenities. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the best rental home.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. .
• Remember to include your furry companions! Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Remember to ask your host before booking, and study your agreement! Pet fees or costs may be applied to your contract.

More tips for your stay:

• Take a copy of the host's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental. Put the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Record any damages to the rental during check in, and immediately contact the property manager. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that can be valuable if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, television set or washer/dryer. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents lots of concerns.
• Respect your neighbors. Frequently, nearby homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking policies is the right thing to do.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Keep the property locked while you are gone! Don't let thieves spoil your vacation.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before you drive away, take a walk through the property to reconfirm you've collected all belongings. Check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Please make sure to walk through the rental one final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the property manager isn't available, remember to take photos and video of the rental to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property managers rely on great feedback to propel more bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your review find their best vacation rental. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.