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COROLLA OCEANSIDE-3 BEDROOM/2 BATH, SHORT WALK TO BEACH

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Side view "Sweet Caroline"
Living Room with entrance from porch
Dining Room
Master Bedroom
TV and Dresser-Master Bedroom

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Corolla, NC
  • Corolla Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Currituck Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪79 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

COROLLA OCEANSIDE-3 BEDROOM/2 BATH, SHORT WALK TO BEACH

This adorable beach house is located in a cul de sac and is a 5 minute walk to the ocean. You will find a beautiful private path that begins on the left of the house and leads to the beach.

This well-maintained family home features a master bedroom and bath located on the top floor with a private deck. On the main level, there is a family room adjoining the dining room and a well stocked kitchen. The first bedroom has a bunk bed; it is a pyramid bunk bed- a full bed on the bottom and a twin bed on the top, as well as a pull out (trundle) bed. The second bedroom has a full bed and sleeps 2. There is a full bath located on the main floor. Flatscreen TV's, WIFI and Cable are included.

Relax on the spacious deck that surrounds the front of the house. Truly Charming!

Property manager

Norman Lindsey
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Text 252-202-8880 upon departure
Leave thermostat on 74 degrees
Leave keys on kitchen counter. Lock Doors.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
1. Rental age-25 2. No smoking 3. Only toilet paper flushed down toilet. 4. Garbage P/U Wed. and Sat., trash cans must be rolled out by 7:00am
1. Check in time is 4:00 pm 2. Check out time is 9:00am 1. Do not leave dirty dishes 2. Place all soiled linens on top of dryer
An inventory is done prior to guest(s) arrival and immediately after departure. Any damages or missing items will be withheld from security deposit.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Corolla

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Ocean Sands, a neighbourhood in Corolla. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Corolla Raceway, or check out an event or a game at Pine Island Racquet & Fitness Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Corolla, NC

What's nearby

  • Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Corolla Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Currituck Golf Club - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Currituck Beach - 7 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Off The Wall Tap House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Uncle Ike's Sandbar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sun Fish Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Chill Spot - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪North Banks Restaurant & Raw Bar - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is COROLLA OCEANSIDE-3 BEDROOM/2 BATH, SHORT WALK TO BEACH pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at COROLLA OCEANSIDE-3 BEDROOM/2 BATH, SHORT WALK TO BEACH?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is COROLLA OCEANSIDE-3 BEDROOM/2 BATH, SHORT WALK TO BEACH located?

This family-friendly Corolla holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Corolla Raceway and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect beach getaway!

We stayed 4 days over the 4th of July holiday with my husband, two adult children, and my sister. The house was perfect and we were all comfortable. Beds, pillows, and linens felt like home and there was plenty. All the creature comforts you need were there to use. The path to the beach was right outside the door and an easy 5-7 minute walk. There were beach chairs, umbrella, and a beach wagon to use. I could have stood in the outdoor shower all day when returning from the beach. We even used the grill and sat at the picnic table which was under the shade of the deck. There is a small yard to play in behind the house and two large decks. I wish we could have stayed longer. The host was friendly, communicative, and gave us highlights and recommendations for the area. I could not have asked for a better little getaway. I would go back in a second.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

melinda b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

DO NOT RENT FROM THIS HOST

We rented this property and were extremely respectful and careful during our stay. Unfortunately, the host retained the majority of our security deposit, an amount that was more than double the weekly rental rate. I purchased insurance through VRBO to cover any unforeseen damages; however, the host did not submit any receipts or photographic evidence to support the damage claims, despite my repeated request. Shockingly VRBO still approved the claim without requiring proper documentation. This experience feels completely unfair and dishonest-a total scam. I also have asked the owner for pictures, receipts to no avail.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous stay in Corolla

Shelia & Norman were EXCELLENT hosts & I have nothing but nice things to say about them & their property. Before my girlfriends & made it down to OBX, their communication was great (I had a few questions beforehand). I received answers to my questions within the hour. The check in instructions were very clear & Shelia listed out all accommodations within the property. Not only that, the property itself was in pristine condition. The home was extremely clean & exactly as pictured. You can tell how much effort & care the hosts put into the maintenance of their home. A few things we very much enjoyed: -Outdoor shower (who doesn't love an outdoor shower?)-We had access to the hosts' beach chairs / umbrella, which was extremely kind of them. -The beach was less than a 10 minute walk. -We loved hanging out on the spacious deck upstairs.This property is NOT a party house. I would recommend this beach home to families / mature adults that will leave it in just as good condition as it was when you arrive. Thanks again to Shelia & Norman! We appreciate you both very much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie G.

Wonderful Stay

We had a wonderful stay at Sweet Caroline! The house was even better in person--had just enough room for our group and was very clean and inviting. The owners went above and beyond with their helpful tips and use of their beach wagon to get our stuff to the dune stairs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable, cozy

My family of 5 rented this house mid July. It was very clean and perfect size for us. Nice neighborhood and walk to beach took 5-10 min through a trail to beach access. House had everything we needed. Owners extremely helpful and attentive. Even called us as we were leaving to direct us to an alternative route which helped us avoid traffic. Love the OBX and would rent again. Great vacation
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Vacation Host Ever!!

Our trip to Corolla was wonderful... and, what set it apart was the welcoming nature of our host! Sheila reached out to us with an abudance of information on the area, and fun things to do with the kids for planning our trip. Once arriving, we found to house to be very clean, and very comfortable. The kitchen was stocked with nice & new equipment & appliances. It's often the norm to have cheap & uncomfortable furniture in the rentals, but this house was very updated, new, comfortable & clean... and the master bed mattress was very nice for sleeping & recovering from the day's activities. With a fun walk to the beach, we enjoyed soft sand, fun waves, & pleasant neighbors. The house is convenient to lots of shopping & restaurants. We had a wonderful trip!! I highly recommend enjoying your Corolla visit with a stay at Sweet Caroline, and the Lindseys... They have my vote as the best vacation host ever!! Can't wait to return!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

tiffany k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Owner was great but then unresponsive after and kept security deposit with no back up

Owner was very communicative until she kept security deposit and would not provide details and photos of what she said was damaged.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

clean, great location, will definitely rebook!!

We had the BEST stay at Ocean Sands!!! We arrived to a clean house and immediately walked to the beach. It is VERY quick walk and we saw rabbits along the way. Our 3yo twins did the walk 3x a day without complaint. The outdoor shower water got hot very fast and we did all of our bathing there. It was perfect after cool Beach days. Kitchen has everything you could need and the beds were comfortable. High chair and pack n play for baby. We have stayed at many VRBOs and the main thing that separated this house from The others was the thoughtful, inviting and helpful owners. We had a bit of communication before and during the trip for rainy day/covid closure ideas and we left feeling like we had new friends! We will definitely we back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

4/10 Poor

Kathryn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Problem was the rain

The house was super nice and clean. Loved the inside of the house. The kitchen was well supplied and everything in it was in great shape. The issue was rain. The area was quickly under several feet of water. We could not park our car under the parking cover without wading thru a foot of water. The whole yard was flooded and we were now vacationing in a total swamp. The path to the beach was also under at least a foot of water and we could not walk to the beach. We had to try and drive to the beach and there is no where to park. We had to try and park at my daughter's house but of course there was no where to park. It ended up being a miserable trip where we felt trapped in the house. I do not know who is in charge of the paths to the beach but they should be built much higher so visitors can get to the beach, which is why we go there. The slightest rain and the path is flooded or a mud pit. I would never rent a house in this particular area again since it is certainly a low area and floods quickly. The house was great but I would not recommend renting it because of the area it is in.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

My two daughters (both in their twenties) booked this lovely house for a short last minute trip to the OBX. We had a terrific time and really enjoyed our stay. Everything was easy — check in was simple and the host is very quick to respond to any inquiries abd super helpful — and the house was so comfortable and VERY clean! It was nicely located a reasonable and flat walk to the beach and we loved being able to use the beach chairs. The location was quiet but also very convenient to shopping and great restaurants. We give this a big thumbs up!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Escape

We felt welcome even before arriving. The hosts are very gracious in preparing you for your stay and the home was inviting and cozy - perfect for rest & relaxation! Thank you for a great vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Molly J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Felt like home!

Sweet Caroline was super convenient to everything in Corolla! We were so lucky to have nice weather for the two weeks we stayed! The walk to and from the beach was easy and flat. Our 1.5 year old loved the deck.. especially the fact that that it was childproof! The beds were really comfortable which is sometimes hard to find in a rental property. Lastly, Sheila was always a phone call away for any and all questions! Thank you for taking care of our family...We didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dahlia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great First OBX trip

Our family had a wonderful time in this cozy cottage. Everything was super easy (including getting to the beach!) and it was a great first OBX experience for us. We look forward to returning soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

theresa m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short 3 nights stay

Needed a cozy place to hang for a few nights. This home was just what we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laurie W., Sherwood, Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Reunion

Sheila and Norman were very friendly and helpful as we were coming from multiple areas and at different times to get together. The house was very clean and set with enough towels, soaps, dish detergent, etc to allow us to relax and enjoy our time together
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming beach house!

We were 2 couples with young children staying at Sweet Carolina. After a long drive, we were able to check in early, very appreciated. Check in was super easy and the house was very clean! Location was great, we were able to walk to the beach everyday with young children. They have a very useful beach wagon to carry everything. Some days the path gets flooded and a little muddy, but it was still accessible. We had some small issues (outdoor shower not working properly) but the owners were very responsive and got it fixed right away! They even offered to buy pizza to compensate for the inconvenience which was really nice of them. Except towels (which we were told in advance to bring our own) the house has everything that you need. If you’re planning on using the oven, make sure it is working properly since we had some minor troubles with it. Overall we had an amazing week at Sweet Carolina and the house worked perfectly for us! Owners were great to deal with from start to finish. We would definitely recommend and would love to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

quiet perfect get away

clean beach cottage perfect for a smaller family
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it

We were looking for a quick weekend at the beach and hadn't ever been to the outer banks. The house was exactly as listed. It was about 1/3 of a mile from the beach on a quiet path away from traffic. The beds were comfortable and we made a lot of great memories!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice little getaway

Very nice house and super friendly contact
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

wes f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding weekend

Owners were easily in contact if needed. House is super cool and comfortable. Walk to beach is nice. We did it with ease. About 4-5 minutes. Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lee P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cottage

We enjoyed our stay at this beach cottage. It was very clean and had everything we needed. Owners were great to work with.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Caleb W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Property was clean and well supplied. Owners were very responsive and communicative.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rob W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay at Sweet Caroline

Sheila was great to work with. We were worried about cleanliness due to Covid19, but she informed us that they were taking several proactive measures to make sure the house was well cleaned between guests and she was spot on! The house was super clean! We really enjoyed our stay, it was perfect for our family of 4.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Shawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant home

Pleasant house with well tended and very clean/comfortable interior. Kitchen had a full assortment of cookware for people who wish to cook every day. The water pressure is good and the hot water heater holds up under multiple showers. Short walk to the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Owner met us upon checkin and was very nice.

Perfect small cottage for our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Hosted by Norman Lindsey

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We are a local couple with 2 adult children. Our house is named after our daughter, Caroline. "Sweet Caroline'" is the best place to relax and enjoy life. We have done all of the work on the house ourselves and take great pride in it. It is truly a piece of paradise.

Why they chose this property

This family beach home is located in a private cul-de-sac in the Ocean Sands community of Corolla. It is a 5 minute walk to the beautiful wide beach. "Sweet Caroline's" location provides privacy as well as convenience. There is a grocery store and 2 shopping center's within walking distance.

What makes this property unique

Easy access to beach, beautiful private path takes less than 5 minutes. Relax on the beach and rinse off in the private outdoor shower. 1 negative review in 12 years, no fault of ours. We love our renters.

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