C7436 PRIV POOL W\/HEAT & EXT SEASON! PETS! HOT TUB, SHORT WALK TO THE BEACH! - Vacation rental home in Corolla, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 16
• 6 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2402 square feet

New for 2024:
Beer Fridge in the Game Room, Now a refrigerator on every level of the home
Poolside Bar Top and Chairs
New Table and Chairs for third level deck

A ideal hideaway, the freshly upgraded Keystone Kottage is a 6-bedroom, and 4 full-bathroom home tucked away on a cul-de-sac lot backing up to a wooded preserve and the pathway leading to beach access. The home features multiple living areas, making this home ideal for families to vacation and relax. The ground level has a recreation room with a pool table, 2 bedrooms, and a full bath. The recreation room also has access to the pool area, with huge heated in-ground pool and outdoor shower. The mid-level has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms (including one master bedroom with en suite bath), plus a living room with a TV, wet bar, and under-counter refrigerator.

From the 2nd-floor living area, there is access to the covered deck with a hot tub and access down the stairs to the gated pool area. The top level has a king master bedroom, and the main living areas including the great room, kitchen, and two dining areas. The cathedral ceilings allow in plenty of natural light, so do the ample windows and doors that open to the enormous top-level deck. Mature trees and plantings on three sides of the lot provide additional privacy, and the driveway provides ample space for cars.

Numerous updates include all 4 bathrooms refreshed with quartz counter tops, sinks, and faucets; as well as, new floor and vanity lights. The 2nd and 3rd floor living areas are upgraded with LVT floor. New granite countertops at wet bar and kitchen, along with updated lighting throughout. Outside the home, appreciate 4 new heavy duty Adirondack chairs around the pool.

Keystone Kottage is located in Ocean Sands, less than 1.5 miles to Harris Teeter or Food Lion grocery stores, and close to everything the community has to offer; a freshwater pond for catch and release fishing, tennis & pickleball courts. Appreciate the world-class Corolla beaches, great shopping, eateries, movies, and historic sites such as the Whalehead Club or the Currituck Lighthouse. The home is located close to the Corolla 4-wheel drive area for tours of breathtaking nature and wild horses to make your stay at Keystone Kottage even more memorable.

Outside Conveniences Include: Private Pool with Pool Heat Option, Hot Tub on Mid-Level Deck, Outdoor Shower, Fish Cleaning Table, Beach Cart, Porch Swing, Picnic Table, Gas Grille and Outdoor games.

Lower Level: Recreation Room w/Pool Table, Access to Pool Area, Bedroom w/2 Bunk Bed Sets, Bedroom w/Queen with access to Full Hall Bath.

Mid-Level: Master Bedroom w/Queen, Bedroom w/Queen, Bedroom w/Pyramid Bunk, Living Area w/TV & Mini-Fridge, Double Sleep Couch, Access to Deck w/Hot Tub, Full Hall Bath, Laundry Area w/Washer & Dryer.

Upper Level: Great Room w/Flat Screen TV, Two Dining Areas, Kitchen w/Breakfast Bar, King Master Bedroom w/Jacuzzi, Separate Shower & access to Sun Deck.

(Floorplan included in photos of property above.)

Additional Conveniences Include: Pool Furnishings, Keyless Entry, Linens Included w/Beds Made upon Arrival, Dogs Accepted, Mini-Fridge, Blu-ray Player, Games, Puzzles and Beach Cart.

**2024 Pool dates: 5/24 - 9/28**
**2025 Pool dates: 5/23 - 9/27**

Pool Heat Fee $350

The Pool heat works great, but please note that pool heat can only raise the temperature 10 degrees higher than the consistent ambient air temperature (60 degrees and higher), and that pool heat systems vary in capability based on temperature and other factors.

**Please be advised that “video only” security cameras are installed outside the home overlooking driveway & carport entry. The audio feature on the camera has been disabled. There are no other security cameras inside or outside the home.**

Prohibited Vehicles in Ocean Sands: Trailers, RV’s/Motor Homes, Golf Carts, ATV’s, Motorized scooters / buggies.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Ocean Sands, a neighborhood in Corolla. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Tar Cove Marsh, while Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Wild Horse Museum are cultural highlights. Corolla Raceway and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and horse riding.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

2 total pets

Tips and Tricks to get the very best rental home experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• To find the best value, shift your vacation week to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer excellent temperatures, less crowded beaches, and greatly reduced traffic.
• Reserve your vacation home as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many families book their Summer vacation rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective host if your vacationing group qualifies for a special rate.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer customers an option to add trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Many management companies supply Currituck area visitors guide magazines which often include special offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

How to choose the best rental in Corolla:

• Select a group lead, choose your vacation week, and choose a max budget.
• Decide how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your family needs. C7436 PRIV POOL W\/HEAT & EXT SEASON! PETS! HOT TUB, SHORT WALK TO THE BEACH! has 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise information regarding bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often available on booking websites. If not, reach out to the property owner before you reserve the vacation property. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Is your family looking for unique amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to ask about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• If your group is traveling with pets, you must book a pet-friendly vacation rental. Make sure to ask for details on breed, size, and type requirements. Some property owners charge pet deposits and fees.

During your stay:

• Add the property manager's information to your smartphone. Take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• During arrival, record any damages to the property and immediately contact the owner. Keep records of all correspondence just in case a dispute arises.
• Hosts are there to help! Don't be shy to ask any questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Be respectful. Often, adjacent homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking rules is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to launch your kayaks, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for fine dining?
• Lock your rental while you are out. Protect your property!
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the rental property to confirm you've collected all of your things. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental one final time and look for any damage. We advise inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host is not available, take photos and video of the rental to record its condition.
• Leave feedback! Property owners rely on excellent reviews to inspire more reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, 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 owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.