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 refreshed 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. Appreciate your own private sunrises over the ocean from the back of the home, and later savor 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 supplied 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 sizable 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 huge 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.
— Generous 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 enormous 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 outfitted 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. Wild Horse Museum and Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars and Corolla Raceway. 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

Corolla rental home booking tips:

When to go & When to reserve a rental home:

• Summertime is the most expensive season in Corolla. Book your vacation in Spring or Fall to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Many vacationers use this method to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve a beach front vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer months.
• The sooner you can book a vacation home, the easier your search will be. The best rental homes are booked early. Booking your rental property 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation rental.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host whether your family qualifies for a price reduction.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer renters an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Look for your local Currituck area magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local information, visitor guide magazines have coupons for nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

Use filters to narrow your search:

• Select vacation week and spending budget.
• Determine how many beds and the configuration your family needs. Perfect Getaway on a Limited Access Beach with Wild Horses! has 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is regularly accessible on booking pages. Otherwise, contact the property owner before you reserve the vacation home. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes pull-out couches. You will need to establish which bed configuration is optimal for your vacation family.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. .
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional fees or costs applied to your agreement.

More tips for your visit:

• Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• To ensure that damages aren't attributed to your stay, make a record of any problem areas during arrival. Contact the rental manager immediately to record your findings. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, television set or thermostat. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents many difficulties.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Often, adjacent homes are occupied by permanent residents. Respecting quiet hours and parking policies reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Locals can frequently help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Keep your rental home locked while you're away! Don't let thieves ruin your trip.
• Upon check-out, take a walk-through to confirm you did not forget anything. Make sure to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on good ratings to compel future bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will will be grateful for your feedback find their best vacation home. Please 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.