About this Property
- Sleeps 14
- 7 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
- Private vacation home
- Approximately 2520 square feet
Welcome to Ships Ahoy by KEES Vacations!
Ships Ahoy is a a extravagant seven-bedroom pet-friendly oceanside vacation home in Corolla, NC with a private heated pool and more!
One step inside the entryway, and you'll fall in appreciate with the coastal appeal of this home. You'll immediately notice the rec room with a refrigerator and pool table for some friendly competition. On this level, you'll also find two rooms, each offering a Queen bed with a shared full bath between them.
The second level is where most of you will be snoozing after your long days on the beach. On this level, you'll find one comfortable bedroom with Queen Sleeper Couch, one Queen bedroom, and one bedroom with a twin/twin bunk, trundle, and a twin bed. The hallway has a full bathroom available as well as laundry access. Those who need a little more space and privacy can make use of the King En Suite on this level. The King En Suite also has a flat screen tv.
The third level is where the excitement begins. You'll be spending plenty of time in the great room living area with all the perks. A plump couch, big TV, and a gas fireplace are all you and your family (and pup!) need for a good time together. Cook up a storm all day in the kitchen area with plenty of room to spread out. Dining with seating for everybody makes it simple to stay at home instead of going out to eat every day. Lastly, a King En Suite, with a flat screen tv, is available here with deck access.
The exterior of the home is where memories are made! A striking heated pool accepts for sun-up to sun-down swimming at cozy temps. A hot tub close by is ideal for unwinding or calming after a long day on the beach. Fire up your favorite meal on the charcoal grille available for you to use, just bring the charcoal and you're ready to go!
Get ready for all the fun in the sun at this elegant location in the Ocean Lake community. Less than a 5-min. walk to the ocean, location is everything when you're in the center of Corolla near all the stores and eateries. You'll appreciate being tucked away on the oceanside in a community with dedicated beach accesses exclusive to your community.
Choose Ships Ahoy for your next OBX Vacation, you'll have a blast!
This property has 7 parking spots for guests.
Want added comfort? Consider adding the Heated Pool option! A Heated Pool option can be added upon request for $50 per nighttime of your reservation. This fee is added to your reservation at the time of the request, which must be a minimum of 72 hours before arrival. Pool heat must be added for the entirety of your stay.
This pool is heated by a heat pump. An ambient air temperature of 60 degrees or higher is needed to heat the pool, meaning that if the temperature drops below 60 degrees the pump will not continue to heat. Max pool temperature is 80 degrees.**
**Private heated pools will open on April 1st and close on November 1st. Hot tubs are open year-round. Pools and hot tubs are cleaned weekly and no later than 6pm on check-in day. Vendors are subject to enter the backyard to clean the pool and/or spa on scheduled cleaning days. No family pets allowed in pools.**
**Ships Ahoy is pet-friendly, so there is no need to leave your pooch at home! For a modest one-time fee of $135, you can bring up to two dogs to our pet-friendly property. No cats or other animals, dogs only.**
Check-In begins at 4pm. Your keyless entry code will begin granting access at this time.
Check-Out is 10am.
Level Breakdown
First Level
-Outdoor Pool
-Hot Tub
-Charcoal Grille
-Recreation Room
-2 Queen Bedrooms
-Full Shared Bathroom
Second Level
-Bedroom w/ Queen Sleeper Couch
-King En Suite with Deck Access
-Queen Bedroom
-Bedroom with Twin/Twin Bunk Bed/Trundle and Separate Twin Bed
-Full Shared Bathroom
-Washer and Dryer
Third Level
-Great Room with Fireplace
-Living Area
-Kitchen
-Half Bathroom
-Reading Nook
-King En Suite with Deck Access
About the Area
Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Ocean Sands, a neighborhood in Corolla. Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars and The Sanderling Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Outer Banks Beaches and Tar Cove Marsh. Corolla Raceway and Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, water skiing, and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Special Instructions
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Pet Policy
Pets allowed
Corolla rental booking tips and tricks:
Getting the most from your rental home budget:
- Book your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules often become available 12 months in advance (or in September just after Summertime ends). Many groups reserve their Summer rental homes during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
- Summertime is the most expensive season in the Currituck area. To find the best value, shift your family's Currituck trip dates to the Spring or Fall shoulder seasons. May, September, and even October offer pleasant temperatures, , and greatly reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Currituck vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
- Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host whether your group qualifies for a reduced rate.
- Booking websites often offer guests an option to add vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which usually will cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed vacation time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for additional information.
- Find a copy of your local Currituck visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitors guides have deals for local accommodations, restaurants and tours.
Use filters to search efficiently:
- Select a group lead, choose your trip dates, and choose a maximum budget.
- Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group needs. Ships Ahoy 7 Bedroom Home in Ocean Lake has 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
- Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is often accessible on booking websites. If not, email the property management company before booking the home. Note that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds.
- Some properties allow pets, but others don't. Acceptable types of dog or cat, weight and breeds may be restricted, and additional costs may apply. Ask the property management company about pets before booking.
- Visiting for a specific attraction? Use a map search to browse nearby rentals.
- Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before reserving a rental.
Advice for your stay:
- Take a copy of the owner's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your . Put the host's contact information in your smartphone.
- Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, A/V setup or coffee maker. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent a lot of problems.
- Lock your rental while you are away. Protect the owner's property and your things!
- Upon arrival, record any damages to the property and immediately alert the host. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
- Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable vacationers disrupting your quiet neighborhood. Employ the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and attractions you would've not otherwise known!
- Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
- Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the rental property to confirm you've collected all belongings. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
- Record a video to document the condition of the property.
- After your trip, leave feedback! Property owners rely on excellent ratings to inspire more reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your feedback find their best vacation home. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.
Nearby Restaurants
- Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream - 0.8 miles
- Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream - 0.8 miles
- Mike Dianna's Grill Room - 0.9 miles
- Sundogs - 0.9 miles
- Island Smoothie Cafe - 1.0 miles
- Pizzazz Pizza Company - 1.0 miles
- Low Tide Bar & Grill - 2.6 miles
- Cosmo's Pizzeria in Corolla - 4.0 miles
Nearby Activities
- Miss Kitty's Old Time Photos & Gifts - 0.8 miles
- Kitty Hawk Surf Co. - 0.8 miles
- Kitty Hawk Kites - 0.8 miles
- Corolla Raceway - 0.8 miles
- Kitty Hawk Kites - 0.9 miles
- Kitty Hawk Surf Co. - 0.9 miles
- OBX Beach Toy Rentals - 0.9 miles
- Wild Horse Adventure Tours - 1.1 miles
Nearby Shopping
- Miss Kitty's Old Time Photos & Gifts - 0.8 miles
- The Cotton Gin - 0.8 miles
- Nags Head Hammocks - 0.8 miles
- Kitty Hawk Kites - 0.8 miles
- Kitty Hawk Surf Co. - 0.8 miles
- Brew Thru - 0.8 miles
- Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream - 0.8 miles
- Gray's - 0.8 miles