The Hunkerdowner: Soundside with a Private Pool, Hot Tub, Dog-friendly! - Vacation rental home in Corolla, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 12
• 5 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2840 square feet

Settle right in and get comfortable at The Hunkerdowner, your soundside home away from home for an memorable OBX hideaway. The Hunkerdowner features sizable roomy decking around the entire home, ideal for catching a few rays or calming in the shade with a great book. Everyone in the family will savor some fun time in the private pool or hot tub after a long day at the beach.

The great room with cathedral ceilings offers a well-equipped kitchen, dining space for everybody to appreciate some delicious meals, a living area where you can catch up on your favorite movies, and a screened-in porch for outdoor dining. The rec room offers hours of indoor fun with a foosball table and a refrigerator for snacks and drinks and with 6 Intelligent TVs, everybody can enjoy their favorite shows.

Villages at Ocean Hill community offers tennis courts, basketball court, sports courts that include shuffleboard, badminton/volleyball, and 4-square, exercise center (fee required), playground, lake/sound side pool, oceanside pool and snack bar, neighborhood beach valet services that include umbrella and beach chair units, seven beach accesses - two of which have reserved parking tons (parking passes supplied).

Within painless walking distance of Currituck Beach Lighthouse, Historic Corolla and its stores, and historic Whalehead Club where you can enjoy beautiful sunsets on the Currituck Sound.

The neighborhood is adjacent to the Currituck Banks National Estuarine Reserve with hiking trails through the maritime forest and a boardwalk to the Currituck Sound.

Cyclists can enjoy the nearly 2-mile stretch of the freshly paved bicycle lane which connects Villages at Ocean Hill to the stores and community of Corolla Light.

Family Animals allowed - dogs only. No smoking/vaping. Please refer to the Rental Agreement while reviewing Rules & Policies for pool opening/closing dates.

About the Area

Located in Corolla, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars. 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 allowed

Strategies to get the best Currituck rental experience:

When to book & When to go:

• Summertime is high season in Corolla. To book the best vacation home within your budget, we recommend reserving in the Fall or Spring. You'll benefit from lower rates, better selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at popular attractions and restaurants. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season.
• In the Currituck area, The earlier your group can book a rental home, the easier your search will be. The most desirable rental homes are reserved early. Reserving your rental property 6-12 months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and book your rental property.
• Some property managers offer discounts for veterans. Ask your host or property manager if special offers are available for your family.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer guests an option to purchase trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed days as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or extra gas expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for specifics.
• Often, rental management companies supply Currituck area travel guide magazines which often include coupons, either offered independently by local companies, or through a relationship with the management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local gas stations and shopping centers.

Choosing and booking the bestrental home:

• Choose vacation week and budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. The Hunkerdowner: Soundside with a Private Pool, Hot Tub, Dog-friendly! has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Currituck rental home search.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed types is almost always available on booking pages. If you don't see them listed, email the property owner before reserving your home. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches and bunk beds. You'll need to work out which bed configuration is best for your vacation group.
• Is your family looking for special amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for guests with disabilities. .
• Some rentals allow pets, and others don't. Acceptable types of pet, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added costs may apply. Ask the property manager about pets before booking.

Advice for your stay:

• Add the host's contact info to your smartphone. Understand and take a copy of check in/check out procedures.
• Document any damages to the property at check in, and immediately contact the host. We especially recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are useful if damages are assessed.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, A/V setup or WIFI setup. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent lots of problems.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking regulations can make a stay more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll enhance your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors can be a terrific resource to find the best local beaches.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Local residents can frequently point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Lock your vacation home while you are out and about. Protect the owner's property and your stuff!
• On check-out day, take a final walk-through to confirm you have not forget any personal items. Check bathrooms, dressers, and closets for hidden belongings. Clean out the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the property a final time and keep an eye out for damage. We recommend walking through with the property manager whenever possible. If the manager isn't available, take video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property managers rely on great reviews to stimulate future bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other vacationers will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.