Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub
Happiness will abound when your family chooses to stay at the Crabby Mermaid. It is a large and comfortable vacation home that has a private saltwater pool, hot tub and it is only 775 feet from the beach access in the Whalehead Beach neighborhood. [Note: No dogs or other animals are allowed in this home.]
New for 2026: Top level is being renovated with new living room furniture, kitchen appliances and cabinetry; carpeting is being replaced on stairs and landings with LVP flooring.
TOP LEVEL: The Great Room encompasses the entire top level with a spacious layout that include the living, dining and kitchen. The living area that has a wraparound sofa and 2 love seats for comfortable viewing of the large flat-screen TV. The dining table seats 10 and the kitchen island has chairs for 8 guests. There is a half bath by the dining area. The large, well-equipped kitchen is stocked cookware and other meal prep items. Nearby, there is a breakfast table that can seat 4 early-risers in the morning. There are views from the top level with wide sun decks that span 3 sides of the house facing east, west and south. The rooftop deck also provides both Atlantic Ocean views and sunset views to the west over the Currituck Sound. [Note: gas fireplace is not available for guest use.]
MID LEVEL: The entire floor has a total of 5 Master Suites that flank the center hall. There are 3 Queen Masters and a Pyramid Bunk Master which have deck access to either the front or to the back of the house. The King Master Suite does not have deck access. All bedrooms have a flat-screen TV and there are shower/tub combos in their master baths.
GROUND LEVEL: Three more bedrooms are on this floor include a second King Master Suite and the fourth Queen Master Suite with shower/tub combos in their master baths. The Pyramid Bunk bedroom which shares a full bath with the Lounge area. This Lounge offers more seating and a spot for guests to hang out, either to play the air hockey or enjoy the pool and hot tub outside. A kitchenette with microwave and a full-size refrigerator are available for extra beverages and groceries.
EXTRAS: The outdoor area offers a beautiful saltwater pool measures 11' x 24' (pool open May to mid-October; pool heat available for an additional fee). There is plenty of outdoor furniture, a large hot tub and two grills: a park-style grill for charcoal and a gas grill. A cabana has a picnic table and an outdoor shower before using the pool or hot tub and an outdoor half bath. In the front driveway, active family members can practice shooting some hoops into the basketball net. Crabby Mermaid is 775 feet from the neighborhood beach access so it is an easy walk for everyone to enjoy both the beach and this beautiful vacation rental home. There is parking for 6-7 vehicles.
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Only family groups which include parents, their children and relatives are permitted. High school or college groups are never allowed.
Parties, events or large gatherings that exceed the property's occupancy are not permitted.
Dogs and other animals are not allowed in this home.
Important information
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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
About the area
Corolla
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Whalehead Beach, a neighbourhood in Corolla. Outer Banks Beaches and Currituck National Wildlife Refuge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars and Corolla Raceway. Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Nor'Banks Sailing are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center - 9 min drive - 11.3 km
Getting around
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 64 min drive
Restaurants
Dunkin' - 4 min drive
Lighthouse Bagels - 4 min drive
Uncle Ike's Sandbar & Grill - 5 min drive
Bernie’s Brother - 4 min drive
Sundogs Raw Bar & Grill - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub?
As of 26 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub on 2 May 2026 start from NZ$456, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Crabby Mermaid: 8 Bedrooms, 775 Ft to Beach, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub located?
Located in Whalehead Beach, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Corolla Beach and Outer Banks Beaches. Currituck Beach and Whale Head Bay are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house and decor were beautiful, plenty of space and easy access to all the decks. The beach was not too far of a walk. The kitchen was very well equipped with pots/pans/utensils. Overall a great pick!
Patricia S.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 November 2025
Thank you — we’re glad the home’s space, location, and kitchen made your stay enjoyable.
Check in was a breeze, loved the home. The kitchen was well equipped had everything we needed. There was plenty of room for my whole family. The home was clean pool are was clean. Short walk to the beach, we will stay again.
Janie F.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 November 2025
Thank you for your kind review. We’re delighted you enjoyed the home, kitchen, pool, and convenient beach access, and we’d be happy to welcome you back again.
Great house. Our whole family fit comfortably. Kitchen and living space is really nice. Short walk to the beach. Property manager was very responsive to a maintenance request. Five stars!
Michael S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 November 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review. We’re delighted the home’s space, kitchen, and location worked well for your family, and we’re glad our property manager was able to assist promptly.
The home was clean and provided us with rooms for the family to spread out.Having the heated pool was worth the extra money, given that the ocean was a bit cold for the little ones.The home could use some updating.Overall, we were all very happy with our stay.
Desiree H.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 November 2025
Thank you for your review. We’re glad the home’s space and heated pool made your family stay enjoyable, and we appreciate your note about updates. We’re happy to hear you were very satisfied overall.
From the booking through the stay, this has been a great experience. The house has everything we needed. The pool and hot tub were so nice. The sun rise and sunsets were amazing from the many decks!
Adam F.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2024
Hi Adam,
Thank you for this wonderful, five-star feedback of your stay at the, "Crabby Mermaid." We look forward to having you as our guest again in the future.
Love every minute of our time at the crabby mermaid! Minor issue with pool heat but someone was out promptly to fix the issue. Will definitely stay again!
Alexandra S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2024
Hi Alexandra,
Thank you for this wonderful, five-star review. We look forward to having you as our guest again in the future.
As advertised the home satisfied all our needs. Property managers responsive to our needs when called. Easy access to beach, quiet neighborhood. Close to restaurants, grocery, and rental places.
The property is spacious and was able to handle my family of 13 with ease. Short distance to the beach. Had everything we needed. A few minor problems but the management handled them immediately. Would definitely return to the Crabby Mermaid!
Dennis J.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2024
Hi Dennis,
Thank you for leaving such thoughtful feedback. We're glad you enjoyed your stay at the "Crabby Mermaid" and look forward to having you as our guest again in the future!
The house size was great for the number of people we had. We did have an issues with the lower level air conditioning unit, but the rental company was quick to resolve it. We also had some clogged shower drains and they fixed that right away too. Overall it was a great trip and a great place to stay for the week.
Laura Y.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2024
Hi Laura,
Thank you for this wonderful, five-star review. We appreciate your time and look forward to having you as our guest again in the future!
Good location .. open and airy .. overall very high score .. area for improvement - tattered furniture
John K K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2024
Thank you for the valuable feedback.
We are pleased to share that the furniture in the living room has been replaced. We looking forward to having you as our guest in the future.
All the kids and grandkids under one roof for multiple days by the beach. We did it and we did it with little effort. Accommodations and cleanliness were key along with bathrooms for each of the five families and more for the kids. Dream come true.
debra l.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2024
Hi Debra,
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to having you as our guest again in the future.
The layout of the house was perfect - kitchen and living room area on the top level, bedrooms on levels one and two. Kitchen was amazingly equipped - it had everything!
We traveled with six adults and five children between 2 and 6 years of age. Pool was perfect for our needs. We enjoyed lunches at the picnic table by the pool. There was plenty of outdoor deck space. The decor in the house was very tasteful - we enjoyed going on "art hunts" to count mermaids, crabs, etc.
We also enjoyed the location of the house - less than 2 miles to the Food Lion and Seafood Market, and only a few blocks to the beach.
While we cannot do this trip every year, we will look to rent this house again when we return in 2026.
Sincere thanks to the owners who made this property available to rent.
Linda E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2024
Hi Linda,
Thank you for leaving such wonderful feedback of your stay at Crabby Mermaid. We're glad you had such a nice time with your family and look forward to having you as our guest again in the future.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jayne H.
13 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
I’d give it 4 stars
Overall it went well but we had 2 infants and was not able to access the house earlier than 4. Which was very worrisome in 92 degree heat. Also there were no bikes there or beach chairs. The kitchen was very well furnished but the electric outlets on both sides of the sink and on the island quit working on Friday.
Jayne H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2024
Hi Jayne,
Thank you for your valuable feedback. We appreciate you taking time from your day to pass this information along as it helps us to improve satisfaction for future guests.
House was clean but carpet is old. AC vents on the 3rd floor were dirty and need to be changed. We have family members in HVAC that noticed that. Ocen and stove really need to be replaced. Could not open window in the 2nd floor front window. All this to say we had a good time but we would not rent this property again.
William K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2024
Hi William,
Thank you for sharing such valuable feedback of your stay at the Crabby Mermaid, as it helps us to make sure future stays run smoothly! We're glad you had a good time.
great overall house and location, a bit in need of updating
The house and location were just as advertised. We were an extended family of 12 and had plenty of room. The kitchen has loads of dishes, cooking utensils and appliances. The furniture in the great room is worn and should probably be replaced. Most of the rooms are carpeted with a shag carpet that does not work well for a beach house. The front porch was covered in cob webs. The gas grill needs a through cleaning. The bottom was lined with at least an inch of ashes along with a partial hot dog. Only 4 of the 6 gas pipes would light, and the igniter does not work. I would rate the overall house with 3.5 starts given the size of the house and the location.
The home was nice, however, it was very dusty and spiderwebs were everywhere. The furniture was really old and should be replaced, the carpet is worn out and also should be replaced. Overall, we had a great vacation, but a little TLC to the house would make it a jewel.
Kristen R.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
margo j.
16 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Some issues that had to be fixed.
Loved location. Our toilet was severly cracked and flooded after 1 use. Took 2 days for a full replacement. Being the hosts, I'm glad it was us and not one of our guests. I'm hoping to receive some compensation for the major inconvenience of not having a working toilet for 2 whole days. Otherwise, lovely property.
This house had everything. The kitchen was well equipped with everything you need to cook, bake, chop, blend anything. The house was clean and provided the perfect home for our family of 16. Everyone had their own room and bathroom and we loved the pool and hot tub. Lots of memories made here. Highly recommend.
We had a blast. So much room so everyone had their own room and bathroom. The pool was awesome and a nice relaxing time. The beach was totally awesome not crowed at all.
Susan K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
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Only Family Groups which include parents, their children and relatives are permitted. High school or college groups are never allowed.
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