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 Included, 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 appreciate 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. 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.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Our top Currituck vacation rental tips:

Getting the most from your vacation rental budget:

• The sooner you can book a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The best rental homes are booked very early. Reserving your vacation rental six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental home.
• Book your rental property in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Currituck vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager if your family qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer guests an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Look for your local Currituck area magazine upon checking in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great information, visitor guide magazines have money saving offers on local shops and restaurants.

Planning and picking the right Currituck rental home:

• To start, have your group agree to date ranges and a spending budget.
• Note the number beds and the bed configuration your group requires. Beautifully appointed Corolla condo with direct beach access! has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is almost always accessible on booking pages. If not, reach out to the property owner before reserving your home. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches. You'll need to work out what is right for your group.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you must book a pet-friendly property. Ask for information on breed, size, and type restrictions. Some hosts charge pet deposits and fees.
• Visiting for a single attraction or event? If so, use a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. .

Know before you go:

• Take a copy of the property manager's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your . We recommend storing the manager's information in your smartphone.
• Hosts are available to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Lock your rental home while you are out. Keep your property safe!
• During arrival, make note of any issues with the property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often an incredible source for finding the best local spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Residents can typically help. Who better to ask where to find the fresh catch of the day, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Upon check-out, complete a final walk-through to make sure you did not forget any personal items. Re-check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental one final time and scan for damage. We advise inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the host is not available, take pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Did your family have a wonderful stay? Most rental websites make it easy for vacationers to provide reviews. If your rental and/or property management company was wonderful, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was wrong and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make it a point as part of your feedback.