Life is Good | Oceanfront | Private Pool, Hot Tub, and Dog Friendly - Vacation rental home in Corolla, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 5 Bedrooms
• 3 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

New for 2024: New to Outer Banks Blue!

“Life is Good” at this alluring beach bungalow. Homeowners have lovingly refreshed over the years, careful to keep the appeal and character of the original home. You can even bring your furry friends to make memories beachside. The main level has an original tongue-in-groove ceiling and beams, adding a quality of coziness to the modern kitchen and furnishings. You will adore the many decks available and the sweeping ocean vistas welcoming you every day. There is plenty of room around the pool with a table for meals and ample seating. The hot tub is conveniently located poolside. Too much sun? The enormous dune top gazebo has plenty of seating available where you are within simple reach and can watch all the fun on the beach. Want to take an adventure outside of your week-long accommodation, head to one of the many wild horse tours, eateries, stores, and watersport docks that Corolla conveniently offers. Your summer stay awaits at “Life is Good!”

Top-Level: King Master Bedroom with Intelligent TV, Deck Access, and Attached Full Bathroom (accessible by spiral staircase).

3rd-Level: Living Room with Intelligent TV, Fireplace, and Deck Access; Dining Room with Table (seats 10), and Deck Access; Kitchen with Bar (seats 4), Blender, Coffee Maker (Drip), Coffee Maker (Keurig), Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Stove, Fridge, Toaster, Toaster Oven, Pots, Pans, Dishes, and Cooking Essentials, and Coffee Bar with Beverage Cooler; Hall Half Bathroom.

2nd-Level: Screened Porch; King Bedroom with Intelligent TV and Deck Access; Queen Bedroom with Intelligent TV and Deck Access; Bedroom with 2 Twin Beds and Intelligent TV, Bedroom with 2 Bunk Beds and Intelligent TV; Hall Full Bathroom; Hall Full Bathroom; and Laundry Room.

Ground-Level: Covered Parking Area with Fish Cleaning Sink.

Extras: Dogs Accepted (2), Dunetop Deck, Grille (Gas), Hot Tub (seats 6), Keyless Entry, No Smoking, Outdoor Furnishings, Outdoor Shower, Parking: 5 Vehicles, Private Beach Walkway; Private Pool (36x16), WiFi.

Additional Amenity Details:
Private Pools are open from May 3, 2024 until October 13, 2024 and May 2, 2025 until October 12, 2025. Pool heat is not an option for this property. Animals are not allowed in pools under any circumstances. An additional fee will be charged to the leaseholder for the chemical balance, cleaning, or damage that would cause the replacement of a vinyl pool liner. Hot tubs are available year-round. Gas fireplaces are shut down from May 15 until September 15.

All Outer Banks Blue properties provide bed linens and bath towels for a modest fee added to every reservation. We provide 1 bath towel and washcloth per advertised occupant. We provide 1 hand towel and 1 bar of soap per bathroom sink. We also provide kitchen towels. Beds are made prior to your arrival, and we provide a starter supply of toilet paper, bathroom soap, paper towels, and dishwasher detergent.

Disclaimer: For the safety and security of our guests and property, this vacation rental may be equipped with a driveway-facing surveillance camera.

Outer Banks Blue makes every commercially reasonable effort to maintain reliable information about the vacation rental properties we manage. As such, all information and descriptions are subject to daily updates and changes. We are not responsible for changes in furnishing, inventory, and décor implemented by individual homeowners. Photos, virtual tours, and floor plans are meant to be illustrative in nature. All vacation rental information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. If you have any questions please give us a call.

The use of the property is restricted to use by You and Your family, unless it is agreed upon, in writing, to occupancy by a non-family group. A “family” means parents, grandparents, kids, and extended family members visiting at the property. For example, the use of the property by fraternities, sororities, groups under the age of 24, or unrelated groups is prohibited.

About the Area

Located on the beach, this vacation home is in Whalehead Beach, 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. Nor'Banks Sailing and Digger's Dungeon - Home of Grave Digger are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Strategies to get the very best rental experience:

Sticking to your budget:

• Reserve your vacation home as early as possible. Rental schedules often become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families reserve their Summer rentals during Christmas and Thanksgiving get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• To find the best value, try changing your vacation dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and even October offer warm temperatures, , and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer.
• Some hosts offer promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. Check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners usually offer guests an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed trip time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for details.
• Look for your local visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local stories, visitor guides contain money saving offers on local attractions, tours, restaurants, and shops.

Filter your rental search:

• Choose a group leader, choose your vacation dates, and choose a spending budget.
• Private Pool, Hot Tub, and Dog Friendly has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is often accessible on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, reach out to the property manager before reserving the vacation home. Note that most properties list the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull out couches in living rooms. You will need to establish what is optimal for your trip.
• If your family is bringing pets, search for a pet-friendly rental. Make sure to ask for information on breed, weight, and type requirements. Often, property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.
• Are you looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include search filters with amenity lists. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the best rental home.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Make certain to ask about wheel chair entry, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

Advice for a smooth stay:

• Add the property manager's contact information to your smartphone. Understand and take a copy of arrival/departure procedures.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, television set or thermostat. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent lots of problems.
• Ensure you protect the property owner (and your things!) by locking the rental while you are gone, just like you would back home.
• Note any issues with the rental upon arrival, and immediately e-mail them to the host. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that are helpful if damages are assessed.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like obnoxious visitors bothering your quiet neighborhood. Practice the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and scenic spots you would've not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can frequently help. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Double-check the vacation property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items at departure. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the property a final time and scan for any damage. We recommend walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the property manager isn't available, take photos and video of the rental to record its condition.
• Remember to leave a review! Property managers rely on excellent feedback to propel future bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your review find their best vacation home. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.