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A Beach Vacation destination. EV friendly.

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A two-story residential building with a balcony on the upper level, a front door, and a driveway.
A spacious kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with a glass table and white chairs, and a living area with a large TV and decorative items.
A spacious kitchen with grey cabinets, a large island with chairs, and a clock on the wall.
A kitchen with a granite island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden chairs.
A rectangular swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by a wooden deck. There are several white plastic chairs and a table on the deck.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Corolla Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Private pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Arcade/game room

Explore the area

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Corolla, NC
  • Place, Corolla Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Corolla Raceway
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪79 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1 - bottom floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 - bottom floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 - middle floor

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4- middle floor

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5 - middle floor

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6 - middle floor

4 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 7 - top floor

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 lower level

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2 lower level

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3 mid level

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4 mid level

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5 upper level

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6 upper level

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

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About the area

Corolla

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Whalehead Beach, a neighbourhood in Corolla. Corolla Beach and Currituck National Wildlife Refuge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars and Corolla Raceway. Consider The Village Table & Tavern for a night out or Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education if you're travelling with kids. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Corolla, NC

What's nearby

  • Corolla Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Corolla Raceway - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Currituck Beach - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center - 8 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nelly's Sand Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Lighthouse Bagels - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪North Banks Restaurant & Raw Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bernie’s Brother - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does A Beach Vacation destination. EV friendly. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is A Beach Vacation destination. EV friendly. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A Beach Vacation destination. EV friendly.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Beach Vacation destination. EV friendly.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Beach Vacation destination. EV friendly.?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is A Beach Vacation destination. EV friendly. located?

This family-friendly Corolla holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Corolla Beach and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars. Corolla Raceway and Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 93 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful well kept and updated home. Communication with the host was excellent! The host was extremely helpful. A short walk to the beach and close proximity to restaurants and shops. We hope to return next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2026
thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your business. There’s a lot of work behind the scenes to keep the house up-to-date. Thanks for recognizing that. We’d welcome you back in a heart. An ideal guest. Thanks again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a large group and had plenty of space here! It was a very fun week and a close walk to the beach. The only negative I would say is that there are quite a few steps to get over the dune, so if you have older people in your party plan on driving just a few minutes to the handicapped beach entrance.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2026
We appreciate your stay and thank you for the valuable feedback.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication! Great location! Description was spot on! There was so much to do! Thanks John! Hope to rent from you again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2026
Great guest group. Happy you enjoyed your stay. We appreciate your feedback and business.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The seven bedroom/bed setup was great for our family reunion. Having the pool, games, etc. was a plus and the beach was in walking distance. The kitchen was fully equipped and there was enough seating at meal time for our group of 14. The host was attentive and we enjoyed our first-time vacation to the Outer Banks. We were happy with the home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2026
Thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback and we are happy that you enjoyed your stay. We also appreciate your business and glad that the property met your expectations. We really appreciate feedback from our guests to help improve the property. Arrival date, July 4, 2026.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach House

We had a great time! Communication with the Host was excellent. The kitchen was outstanding.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2025
Thank you for your business and also for your candid review. We strive to make the experience a good one for all of our guests. Your feedback also helps us improve our processes and product. We would welcome you back most certainly. Hope there were many happy memories made.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great beach house

Beautiful home in a wonderful location. Short walk to the beach. The house had everything we needed for small children and the beach. John was easy to communicate with.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thanks very much for your feedback. We try to keep the house updated all the time and thanks so much for your business.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house

Our large group of family and friends — 8 adults and 7 kids/teens — had a wonderful time in this spacious and clean home. We hope to be able to come back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2025
Thank you for your business and also for your candid review. We strive to make the experience a good one for all of our guests. Your feedback also helps us improve our processes and product. We would welcome you back most certainly. Hope there were many happy memories made.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Smile Away

This house is in a prime location with a very easy walk to the beach and many shop and restaurants close by. The house had all your kitchen needs and the towels for the pool was super nice to have
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2024
Thanks very much for your stay and we appreciate your review. We are always trying to keep the property and the best condition possible and fully stocked with the latest. Hope to serve you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Vacation for Large Family

Our large family enjoyed a wonderful vacation in this house. It was very comfortable, and the kitchen had everything we could have ever needed. The pool was very nice and well maintained. John was very good to work with throughout the week. It was minutes to the shops and beach. We enjoyed our week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thanks for your business and candid feedback. I am glad we could be of service and met your expectations.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Outer Banks Family vacation

Perfect for our family. We had 16 total family members. There was plenty room for everyone to do what they wanted The pool and hot tub were a big hit. Ideal location. Short walk to the beach and close to shopping and fun activities. Owner responded quickly to any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2025
Thank you for your business and also for your candid review. We strive to make the experience a good one for all of our guests. Your feedback also helps us improve our processes and product. We would welcome you back most certainly. Hope there were many happy memories made.
Archival

8/10 Good

A great place to vacation with family

Very nice property served us well ! Beach was a lot further away then we thought but we just learned to take less and leave earlier ! The kids loved the volleyball court and basketball hoop ! Plenty of space and all the supplies you could need !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thanks much for your feedback and we appreciate that. Our house is 1000 ft and two blocks. Always has been and advertised that way
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Corolla Vacation

This was a multi family vacation. We had 11 adults. Very comfortable location. Short walk over to the beach, and the property has a nice pool and a hot tub. Well maintained and in good shape. Great time was had by all!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Corolla fun

Smile Away had everything that we needed -pool, hot tub, games, enough beds. Wasn't that clean however(4 out of 5 stars.)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you very much for your feedback Rachel. I wish you would’ve let us know that you had issues with the cleaning because we are happy to send the cleaners back if you were not satisfied. Nonetheless, thanks for your stay and hope many happy memories were made.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great Family Vacation at this Beautiful House!

The house is well maintained and is well stocked, specifically the kitchen, games for all ages, plenty of areas for entertainment such as a good size pool, hot tub, mini playground and BBQ area. It is also a very short walk to the beach and a 3 minute car ride to a grocery store and shopping stores. My family and I couldn't have been happier.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thanks very much for your feedback and we truly value your business. I hope we can serve you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Connection

This property was perfect for our annual family vacation! We enjoyed the proximity to the boardwalk to the beach in the morning, pool in the afternoon, and the sand volleyball court in the evening. The house was clean and well maintained with lots of room for the family. We also appreciated that the kitchen was well stocked with amenities. We highly recommend 'SmileAway' as a perfect location to connect with family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2024
Thank you very much for your review. We are always trying to improve and maintain the property in best condition possible. We appreciate your business and glad that you had all a good time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

We enjoyed Smileaway very much. After a day at the beach, the pool was really enjoyable. Picnic tables in the backyard were perfect for cleaning our crab dinner. The kitchen was well stocked with everything needed for our family group of 19. The upper deck was enjoyable in the mornings for a quiet start to the day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thanks for your business and candid feedback. I am glad we could be of service and met your expectations.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect for our stay. The house was exactly as described in the listing and more than enough for our group of 14. There were plenty of extras: beach chairs, boogie boards, carts, corn hole, bikes, etc. Communication was great with the host, who checked in several times throughout the week to make sure we had everything we needed. Thanks for a great week! I'm sure we'll be back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2025
Thank you for your business and also for your candidate review. We strive to make the experience a good one for all of our guests. Your feedback also helps us improve our processes and product. We would welcome you back most certainly. Hope there were many happy memories made.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the second visit to the home. It is a great house plenty of space for everyone. In the kitchen everything you could ever need. The hurricane kept us indoors for one day but didn't have any effect on the house or us. The owner reached out to ensure we were safe and the house was unaffected. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family vacay

Our only concern was the distance to the beach was further than we expected. And carrying groceries up three floors. Lol Overall was a beautiful, clean house and pool for our large family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you Virginia for your business and glad you had a good time. Sorry that we lost a star but it’s very clear in our ad How far we are from the beach and where the kitchen is. There’s no surprise about we are two blocks from the beach and you have to go upstairs for the kitchen.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property met our needs very well with the number of bedrooms and baths and overall size. There was enough space for the kids and teens to do what they preferred, yet for us all 17 of us to be together for meal times and games. The pool was a huge hit with the extremely hot weather and we would never commit to another property without one. The Corolla location was nice being on the northern portion of the OBX, not as busy as other locations south. The Host was great and very much on top of every aspect of our stay and wanted to make sure everything was up to or exceeded our expectations. A great host and a great property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2025
Thank you for your business and also for your candid review. We strive to make the experience a good one for all of our guests. Your feedback also helps us improve our processes and product. We would welcome you back most certainly. Hope there were many happy memories made.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful location, clean home

Overall we really enjoyed our stay at this property! It was clean and easy to check in to. The beds were very comfortable and the set up of the home was easy to accommodate our large family. The kids really enjoyed the pool and easy access yo the beach. There were two nice sized wagons we could take to the beach and load up our chairs and lunch. The house has all the accommodations needed for a big family. We would definitely visit this area of outerbanks again! Favorite coffee shop: The Kind Cup Favorite beach area: coral beach access within the neighborhood. Also 10/10 recommend driving on 4x4 beach to see the wild horses!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you very much for your stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous family vacation

This was our first vacation with my entire family in many years. The property and the owner, John were absolutely perfect! House is spacious, beautiful and has so much already there to make our stay awesome! I can’t say enough about the house and location. Extremely close to beach and far enough for your own personal space. So many things to do close by. Owner communication was completely on point and extremely quick response to any questions. I would highly recommend to everyone! We want to go back again!! Thank you John for your beautiful house and hospitality! Colleen Naylor
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2025
Thank you for your business and also for your candid review. We strive to make the experience a good one for all of our guests. Your feedback also helps us improve our processes and product. We would welcome you back most certainly. Hope there were many happy memories made.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Entire Family Vacation

Smile Away was the perfect place for a vacation with our adult children and their families. A close and easy walk to the beach for all ages and the pool and hot tub were all perfect for our crew. The kitchen was well stocked with everything you could possibly need. Plenty of dishes, utensils, pans, and appliances needed for a large crowd. The games were up-to-date and pieces all there which was a pleasant surprise. The layout of all the rooms allowed for privacy for everyone when it was wanted and their was plenty of room when we all wanted to gather. When contacting the owner, communication was quick and helpful. We'd stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great week at the beach

We loved the property—great location—easily accessible to get to the beach, stores, restaurants and bike paths. We loved riding bikes from the property over to the lighthouse and around Corolla. John was an excellent host and communicator. The property had a great amount of indoor and outdoor space for our group of 10. We enjoyed that the property had lots of games and puzzles as we are game people! And the kitchen was stocked better than any vrbo I’ve ever been too—you would have anything you need to cook in the kitchen. Also loved that it had two very new fridges to use to store all our food and drinks. Loved all the beach stuff that you could use at the beach that was already there-wagon, chairs, boogie boards. I’d definitely recommend Smileaway to anyone coming to Corolla to vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2025
Thank you for your business and also for your candidate review. We strive to make the experience a good one for all of our guests. Your feedback also helps us improve our processes and product. We would welcome you back most certainly. Hope there were many happy memories made.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous family fun

Great! Lots to do though rec room games needed a few fixes Pool and volleyball court were wonderful! Most bedrooms great, though bunk room a bit tight for teens; closets too full of things so not enough room for our stuff. But not a huge problem, we just moved a few things around. . Lovely kitchen but a bit crowded with extra things Mr. Carter was very accommodating and got us things quickly when we were missing them. Thank you! We had a memorable week together as a family of 18!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
A great group. Great communication and a happy customer. Thank you again for all your feedback.
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