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 extraordinary 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: 2025 Beach Gear Credit, 2026 Beach Gear Credit, 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 luxury details:
Private Pools are open from May 2, 2025 until October 12, 2025 and May 1, 2026 until October 11, 2026. 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.This property provides a $250 credit toward beach gear delivered to your rental property. *Delivery costs may apply.* Offer only good for full weeks booked with check-ins beginning between May 23, 2025 and August 31, 2025, and May 22, 2026 and September 4, 2026.

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. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Corolla Raceway and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars 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

Strategies for getting the best Currituck vacation rental experience:

Sticking to a spending budget:

• To find the most suitable rental within budget, we suggest reserving in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, better selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of giant crowds at Currituck restaurants, beaches, and activities. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the high season.
• The earlier your group can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best rental properties are booked very early. Reserving your rental home 6-12 months before your travel dates is recommended. Winter holidays are excellent times to search for and book your rental property.
• Property management companies sometimes offer promotional rates for active duty military and veterans. Check with your property manager to see if discounts are available for your group before you book.
• Booking websites frequently offer their guests an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for details.
• Find a copy of your local Currituck area magazine upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great articles, travel guides contain discounts for nearby accommodations, restaurants and tours.

Planning and choosing the right Currituck rental home:

• Choose vacation week and maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration your group requires. What the Shell
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually accessible on booking websites. If not, reach out to the property owner before reserving the vacation home. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which often includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• If there's a particular Currituck beach you crave, search for homes that are either near by, or those that cater to your requirements.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to inquire about specialized equipment and wheel chair accessibility.
• If your group is traveling with pets, you must book a property that allows animals. Ask for specifics on breed, size, and type restrictions. Often, hosts require additional pet deposits and fees.