Perfect Getaway on a Limited Access Beach with Wild Horses! - Vacation rental home in Corolla, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2150 square feet

Let us host you for the trip your family deserves: the only place in the US where you can drive on the beach *and* vacation alongside wild horses for a week! Create magical memories to last a lifetime in the northern Outer Banks.

Our home, Sandy Claws NC, is a semi-ocean front home with direct walking access to the beach 25 yards away.

VERY SECLUDED: You need 4WD to drive nearly three miles up a beach road of sand to reach the home.

**No Hidden Fees. Nightly rate covers all basics.**

Known locally as the Christmas House, Sandy Claws NC sat unused for years before we bought it and remodeled it in 2021/2022. It’s located three miles up the beach in Corolla, near MM 15.5. Containing 4BRs and 3.5Baths, and a additional sleeping area, the home can sleep up to 10 comfortably.

PROPERTY LOCATION
The home sits at an angle between two other homes (both back decks face north east toward the ocean) to maximize vistas of the water. Savor your own private sunrises over the ocean from the back of the home, and later appreciate sunsets from the front deck, setting over the sound side of the island. Truly spectacular visuals you’ll want to capture in a pic.

PROXIMITY TO BEACH
Our back fence post is located less than 25 yards from the dunes — a short trip with our included beach wagon and cooler. You can walk directly, or drive your 4WD car over the nearest dune access point and park directly on the beach, as this area is one of the few remaining in the country that accepts beach driving.

*AWD cars with high clearance can also be used, but you drive them at your own risk. For the best traction while driving on the sand, it’s suggested to air down all tires to 10-15PSI. Your tires won’t pop, they won’t be damaged, but you will be able to drive effortlessly on the beach without straining your engine or creating ruts in the beach.

UNIQUE PROPERTY FEATURES
How often can you vacation with appreciated ones next to a wildlife refuge with wild horses roaming your property? The local harems visit nearly daily, staying away only in inclement weather. Please note, it is illegal to feed the wild horses (it can kill them, no joke) and you must remain 50 feet from them at all times. Allowing them too close to you will eventually cause them to become tame, resulting in their removal from the wild.

STRESS-COMPLIMENTARY VACATION
If you're here for a family vacation and don't want to prepare, a dinner meal service can be arranged with local eateries and caterers who offer catering and delivery to the 4x4 area. Reach out to us for information to organize it direct.

ON-SITE AMENITIES
Sandy Claws caters specifically to families and offers a scavenger hunt for young kids. Additional on-site activities include three intelligent TVs (living room, King Beach, and gaming alcove), many puzzles and games, books, a sand box, a seven-person hot tub, plastic Adirondack and traditional beach chairs and a wagon, a fire pit with eight chairs, tether ball, corn hole, and many more outdoor and indoor games.

REMOTE WORK
Each bedroom is equipped with a 30"x20" fold down laptop desk mounted to the wall, in case someone needs privacy for a work call, project, or school assignment. Despite Brightspeed’s reliable coverage, severe winds and weather can affect signal availability. We've found it is possible to work remotely from the home, as long as Mother Nature cooperates.

RENTAL PREFERENCE
We rent our home to family groups and adult groups over age 25. At least one person in your event must be 25 years old, sign the lease, and be present at the home for the entire duration of the lease. No events or events without prior permission from owners, and no family pets allowed. Bringing your pet to our non-pet home will invalidate your rental agreement and you must board the pet(s) or leave immediately, with no refund.

We may entertain Pet Friendly at a later season, but not at this time, no exceptions, so please don't ask.

To read last season’s reviews, please search for our home site Sandy Claws NC where we are currently offering a 10% off early bird discount for travelers booking six months in advance. No third event costs (online travel agencies like this one charge high “guest service costs” which can be $500-$1500) and we offer a permanent year-round 10% military/first responder/teacher/essential worker discount (discounts can’t be combined) with a four nighttime minimum stay. Our cancellation policy is the exact same no matter where you book, before 60 days you get a full refund. Within 60 days of arrival we can only refund for what we re-rent the property for.

HOME DETAILS

FIRST FLOORING
— Entire first floor is handicap accessible, with 36” wide doorways and hand rails in King Beach's bath (located near toilet and in shower).
— Ground floor elevator travels only to first floor. It is not a cargo elevator and the access key will only be available to guests in need of mobility assistance.
— Expansive kitchen with a movable island cart and two chairs, double wall ovens, and a six burner gas cooktop. Equipped with a Keurig type coffee maker as well as a traditional Mr Coffee with filters and an additional insulated carafe.
— Pantry is well supplied with baking dishes, three plastic pitchers, a roasting pan, mixing bowls, ceramic place settings, two crock pots, rice cooker, reusable food storage containers, an electric hand mixer, a frozen drink blender, as well as a huge stock pot and a tiered steamer pot.
— Two wall mounted Alexa echos act as a sound system in the kitchen and dining room.
— Dining room is equipped with a enormous round dining table, wall games, conversation games, and two wall mounted arcade game systems (old school video games), plus curtains to hide the games while eating.
— Grand half-bath off elevator entry alcove.
— King Beach is a master suite with an attached bath, direct access to back deck, and a view of the ocean. It contains a dresser, a complimentary-standing open closet with hangers, a chair, a bench, a folding suitcases rack, a fold-out twin sized cot, two nightstands with lamps containing an outlet and a USB plug in the base, and a wall mounted folding desk.
— First floor deck contains a covered cooking area with a gas grille, deck bar tops with ten chairs, and a kid’s sized table and chairs for kids under five.


SECOND FLOORING
— Queen Dune is a master with its own private bath, it also features an ocean view while sitting in bed. The room contains a modest closet with hangers, a chair, a bags rack, two floating nightstands with USB & AC plug lamps, and a wall desk.
— Queen Beach is a master with direct access to the top back deck, full vistas of the ocean, and shares a bath with Twin Dune via connecting doors. The room contains a closet with hangers and a cube storage piece, a chair, a suitcases rack, two floating nightstands with USB & AC plug lamps, and a folding wall desk.
— Twin Dune contains two twin beds, a fold out twin ottoman, a cube storage unit, an adjustable nighttime light with USB plugs, a chair, and a folding wall desk.
— The living room has seating for seven, four floor cushions for additional seating, and a sizable flat screen TV with an Amazon Fire stick.
— Gaming alcove contains a full-sized futon, constructed-in book shelves with hundreds of books, a smaller flat screen TV, shelves supplied with games and puzzles, plus a drink refrigerator and countertop ice maker.
— The top back deck has six Adirondack chairs and two tall captain’s chairs.

OUTSIDE IN YARD
— Fire pit with eight Polywood Adirondack chairs
— Sand box
— Charcoal grille
— Seven person hot tub
— Outdoor shower
— Yard games
— Beach chairs, eight lightweight plastic Adirondack chairs, beach folding tables, drink holders, & a beach wagon



**PLEASE NOTE: There are no refunds for not arriving or for leaving early. Please purchase travel insurance to protect yourself. To protect our investment, we collect a security deposit and perform a weekly inventory. Guests will be charged for missing items and damages. Refunds of deposit occur within 14 days of check out.

About the Area

Located in Corolla, this vacation home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Currituck National Wildlife Refuge and Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips to get the very best Currituck vacation property experience:

Get the best rental home value:

• In the Currituck area, The sooner you can book, the easier your search will be. The best vacation homes are reserved very early. Booking your rental home up to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and book your rental.
• Summer is high season in Corolla. To get the largest rental home within your budget, we highly recommend reserving in Fall or Spring months. You'll benefit from lower rates, greater selection, warm weather and the absence of giant crowds at your favorite Currituck restaurants and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Currituck vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective vacation rental company or host if your vacationing group qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Management companies and individual rental owners typically offer renters an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Many management companies supply Currituck area visitors guide magazines which include money-saving deals, either offered directly by local companies, or through a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find Currituck visitors guide magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Choosing the perfect rental home in the Currituck area:

• First, have your group choose trip dates and a max budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your family requires. Perfect Getaway on a Limited Access Beach with Wild Horses! has 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is often accessible on booking pages. If not, contact the host before reserving the vacation home. Note that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds and bunks.
• Some rentals allow pets, and some don't. Allowable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional fees may apply. Ask the property manager about pets before booking.
• Visiting for a specific attraction or event? Try a map search to locate nearby rentals.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .

More considerations for your visit:

• Take a copy of the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental property.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, stereo or washer/dryer. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent quite a few issues.
• Protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking the rental when you are gone, just like you would back home.
• To make certain damages are not linked to your family's visit, inspect for any problem areas when you arrive. Contact the rental manager immediately to report any issues. If there is a dispute, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be very helpful.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like obnoxious vacationers disrupting your peaceful home. Use the golden rule for common sense. If they like you, locals might even recommend great local food and scenic spots you would've never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can frequently help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to find the best bike paths, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• At departure, complete a walk-through to make sure you didn't forget anything. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Did your family have a great time? Most rental websites make it easy for customers to provide comments. If your rental and/or host was great, they will likely appreciate your kind words. If anything was inoperable and they failed to address it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.