What the Shell | Oceanfront | Private Pool, Hot Tub, Community Pool - Vacation rental home in Corolla, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 17
• 6 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Time to savor the best of Corolla! “What the Shell” is an adorable oceanfront home with a private pool, hot tub, and a great rec room to keep the kids happy! Three master bedrooms give the adults the privacy they need. The kids will adore the pool table, ping pong table, and basketball goal! This home was meant for your family to spend time together playing and bonding on your week at the beach. Tastefully decorated and appointed, you will feel at home as soon as you step in the door.

“What the Shell” is in Crown Point, offering tennis courts and a community pool if the teens want to gather outside. You can even walk to eateries and shop in the Tim Buck II shopping center. The kids will appreciate watching the turtles in the canals on Crown Point Drive on the way in and out. Bring bicycles because the multi-use path is there for running and cycling. The historic Corolla Lighthouse and Whalehead Club are just mins. away by car. The 4-wheel drive area is also just a few miles north for adventurous folk with 4-wheel drive cars. Take the opportunity to hop on a Wild Horse Tour bus and leave the driving to the pros! You will make memories for a lifetime at this amazing vacation destination.

Top-Level: Great Room with Roku TV, Coffee Bar, Deck Access, Additional Sitting Area, Kitchen with Bar seats 6, Dining Table seats 12, Hall Half Bathroom, King Master Bedroom with TV and 2 Sink Vanity.

Mid-Level: King Master Bedroom with TV and Deck Access; King Master Bedroom with TV and Deck Access; Hall Full Bathroom, Queen Bedroom with TV; Bedroom with 2 Duo Bunk beds and TV; Laundry with Washer and Dryer.

Ground-Level: Rec Room with Pool Table, Ping Pong Table, Wet Bar with Fridge, Intelligent TV, and Access to Gated Pool Deck, Hall Full Bathroom, Bedroom with Queen Bed and Twin Bed.

Extras: Private Pool (23 x 8), Hot Tub (8), Wireless Internet Access, Pool Table, Ping Pong Table, 2 Refrigerators, Fireplace Not Operational, Gas Grille, Basketball Goal, No Smoking, FAMILY PETS NOT ACCEPTED, Parking: 6 Vehicles.

Community Extras: Community Pool, Community Tennis.

Additional amenities 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. Hot tubs are available year-round. Fireplace seen in photos is non-functioning and not available for use.

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 in Corolla, this vacation home is on the beach. Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Wild Horse Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars and The Sanderling Spa. Corolla Raceway and Nor'Banks Sailing 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 not allowed

How to find the best vacation home experience:

Sticking to a spending budget:

• The earlier your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best vacation rentals are reserved early. Reserving your rental home 6-12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in Corolla. To get the most suitable rental home within your budget, we suggest booking in Fall or Spring months. You'll enjoy lower rates, better selection, beautiful weather and the absence of giant crowds at the beach and popular attractions.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner if your group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Booking websites often offer customers an option to add trip insurance. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for details.
• Find a copy of your local Currituck area magazine when you check-in. If your rental doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local articles, travel guide magazines contain coupons for nearby tours, shops, and attractions.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• First, have your family decide on date ranges and a maximum budget.
• Private Pool, Hot Tub, Community Pool has 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Currituck rentals search.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is commonly available on booking websites. Otherwise, contact the property management company before reserving the vacation property. Note that most property listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes sofa beds in living rooms.
• If your family is traveling with pets, you'll need to find a pet-friendly vacation rental. Request specifics on breed, size, and type restrictions. Note that some property owners charge pet deposits and fees.
• If there's an individual Currituck destination you crave, keep an eye out for homes that are either nearby, or those that cater to your desires.
• Proper accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Remember to confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before booking

Additional considerations:

• Take a copy of the property manager's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your .
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, stereo or kitchen appliance. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief phone call can prevent many difficulties.
• Lock your rental while you are out and about. Keep your property safe!
• Record any issues with the property upon arrival, and immediately send them to the owner. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that are valuable if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Frequently, surrounding homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local resident! Neighbors can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the rental to confirm you've collected all of your things. Make sure to check closets, dressers, garages, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Walk through the rental one final time and scan for damages to contents or the property itself. We advise walking through with the host whenever possible. If the host isn't available, take video and pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on good reviews to compel future reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationing families will be thankful you shared your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Please be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the owner had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.