Better Than Tuition | Oceanside | Ocean Sands | Corolla | Sleeps 14 - Vacation rental home in Corolla, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 6 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2164 square feet

Always Supplied, complimentary linens and made beds!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Better Than Tuition is a cavernous 6-bedroom Corolla vacation rental that has everything you need to appreciate your stay on the Outer Banks! Located in the Ocean Sands community, Better Than Tuition is centrally located near great local shopping, dining, and more in this historic town. Head over to Timbuck II Shopping Village less than a mile away where you can find fun local stores, ice cream, and eateries. A 10-min. drive north will bring you to the historic Whalehead Club and Currituck Beach Lighthouse where you can learn even more about Corolla. Plus, Better Than Tuition is just steps away from the striking, open beaches of the northern OBX town. Appreciate countless beach days and fun in the sun at Better Than Tuition. As a guest at Better Than Tuition, you'll also have access to the community tennis courts of Ocean Sands.

The fun doesn't stop at the beach and the surrounding area of Corolla. This Outer Banks vacation rental features a private pool complete with poolside seating and a hot tub! Inside this Corolla vacation home, you'll find an open living area complete with ample seating and a flat-screen TV; making it the ideal space to relax and hang out with friends and family. When it's time for meals, the kitchen has everything you need for the master chef in your family including plenty of counter space. With breakfast bar seating for 4 and additional dining room table seating for 6, there's plenty of room for everybody. Plus, there's additional seating on the sun deck where you can savor those breezy, OBX days. Each bedroom is well equipped and ready for you to rest up for the next fun-filled day exploring Corolla. With an striking location and access to entertaining amenities, Better Than Tuition is the ideal choice for your next Outer Banks vacation!

Distance to Beach: Approximately 113 yards

BEDDING:
3 Queens, 1 Twin, 2 Pyramid Bunk beds, 2 Bunk Beds

LEVEL 1:
Bedroom with Pyramid Bunk, TV, and Deck Access, Bedroom with Bunk Bed, Full Bathroom.

LEVEL 2:
Queen Master Bedroom with TV and Deck Access, Bedroom with Queen, TV, and Deck Access, Bedroom with Twin, Pyramid Bunk, Trundle, TV and Deck Access, Full Bathroom.

LEVEL 3:
Living Area, Dining Area, Kitchen, Queen Master Bedroom with TV, and Deck Access, Half Bathroom.

About the Area

Located by the sea, 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 attractions include Corolla Raceway and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars. Nor'Banks Sailing and Digger's Dungeon - Home of Grave Digger 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 booking tips and tricks:

When to reserve a Currituck rental & When to go:

• In the Currituck area, The earlier you can book, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental properties are reserved very early. Reserving your rental six to twelve months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation home.
• Summer is the most expensive season along the coast of NC. To get the best value, try shifting your vacation dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and October offer excellent weather, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic. 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. 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 friends and family at your favorite beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host if your group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer guests an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for details.
• Look for your local Currituck visitors guide when you arrive at the rental property. If your rental property doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitors guides contain deals for local attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Make a plan and choose the perfectrental:

• Select a designated group leader, select your vacation week, and select a max budget.
• Ocean Sands
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts is almost always available on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, contact the property management company before booking your rental. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Some rental properties allow pets, but some don't. Acceptable types of pet, size and breeds may be restricted, and added fees may apply. Ask the owner about allowable pet guidelines before booking.
• Are you visiting for a specific event or attraction? Use a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. .

Advice for a great stay:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Save the instructions to your smartphone, and take a printed backup.
• Property managers are there to help! Feel free to ask questions during your stay.
• Lock your rental while you are away. Protect the owner's property and your stuff!
• To ensure that no damages are attributed to your family's stay, inspect the rental for any problem areas upon your arrival. Make contact with the host right away to relay any pre-existing damages. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of concerns and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You will enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors can be an excellent resource to find the best local restaurants, beaches, and hangouts.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to rent beach equipment, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for shopping?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected all of your things. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean 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.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on excellent reviews to propel future reservations. They'll be grateful for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.