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Salted Dunes OBX, Beach front, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach, 7 Bedroom

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 16350.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

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Corolla, NC
  • Corolla Beach
  • Currituck Beach
  • Wild Horse Museum

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

Office 1

1 Queen Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First floor

Toilet · Shower only

Jack and Jill

Toilet · Shower only

Master

Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Queen bath 1

Toilet · Shower only

Twin bunk

Toilet · Shower only

Two full size

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs half

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Salted Dunes OBX, Beach front, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach, 7 Bedroom

1640 Sandfiddler Rd, Corolla NC 27927

SATURDAY CHECK IN - 4X4 BEACH - Approximately 3 miles up the 4x4 beach Hot tub and pool is open May 1st through October 1st.

Welcome to SALTED DUNES, one of Swan Beach's finest 7 Bedroom homes perched against oceanfront dunes of the wild and beautiful Outer Banks of North Carolina. This home boasts views of blue-green waves, bubbling white surf, and wide, sandy, beaches as far as the eye can see. The enchantment begins as soon as your 4x4 vehicle leaves the pavement to drive right on the sand, only a few feet from the roar of the surf.

Panoramic views, Stunning Kitchen, state of the art electronics, quality bedding and wonderful beds, delicious drinking water and a well-stocked kitchen are at your disposal. All newly updated roku smart tvs l, bring your own passwords to utilize the streaming apps (YouTube tv, Hulu, Netflix, etc). The hot tub is located on the 2nd floor deck off one of the bedrooms. With the ground floor Game room and poolside entertainment a breeze. Hop out of the pool and walk 50 feet across the dune to the ocean!

The extremely well equipped kitchen with stunning cabinets and granite has all stainless major appliances, cookware, utensils and small appliances. Brew your morning coffee in the Keurig, and Mr. Coffee makers and enjoy it while watching the waves from the screened porch just off the kitchen.

POOL and HOT TUB are opened from MAY 1st until OCTOBER 1ST. The pool is NOT heated.

Spend a luxurious week enjoying the beach, watching the wild horses graze and relaxing to the sound of the pounding surf from the well-appointed accommodations of 'Salted Dunes'.


INVENTORY for salted dunes

• Stainless steel major appliances

• Quick cool refrigerator

• Luxury bedding, pillows and bath towels

• Roku Smart Tv’s in bedrooms

• Reverse osmosis kitchen faucet

• Fully stocked kitchen

• Telephone

• Nest WIFI / ecobee Thermostat / Nest Protect smoke Alarm and Carbon Monoxide detector / Nest Exterior Security Cameras /

• DUAL Central heat and air Conditioning

• Dishwasher, microwave

• Washer/Dryer

• Outdoor Furniture

• Outdoor Shower

• Charcoal Grill

Starlink Internet
Always arrive before dark because the beach is more difficult to navigate at night. We recommend lowering your tire pressure to 15-20 psi so bring a tire pressure gauge along. Tires can be re-inflated at any of the area gas stations or the county put in FREE air stations at the Historic Corolla Park, 1100 Club Road, Corolla. The Park is on the sound side of the road. Turn in at the park road, make a right at the stop sign and another quick right into the gravel parking lot. The air up stations will be at the end of the lot. Check area tide charts prior to arrival. Low tide is ideal for beach driving. Follow all posted speed limits (35 mph or 15 mph when within 300 feet of pedestrians or wild horses). Drive on the hard-packed sand near the edge of the water or close to the dunes. Leave the middle of the beach available for parked vehicles. Drivers must be 16 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license. ATVs are not permitted. Also, Currituck County does not allow personal motorized watercraft on the ocean. Jet skis and personal motorboats are allowed on the Currituck Sound. The closest boat ramp is located at the Whalehead Club in Corolla. Due to shallow water and grass, this ramp is suitable for small craft only. For more information regarding Currituck County's rules and regulations, please contact the Currituck County Chamber of Commerce.

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Amenities

Pool
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Kitchen
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Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Sunscreens with Avobenzone prohibited, please bring environmentally friendly sunscreens.

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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 14
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Corolla

Located in Corolla, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Currituck National Wildlife Refuge and Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education are also worth visiting.
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Corolla, NC

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 158 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cosmo's Pizzeria - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Fat Crabs Rib Company - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Ned's Ice Cream & Convenience - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪The Oceanfront Grille - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Pizza - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Salted Dunes OBX, Beach front, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach, 7 Bedroom have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Salted Dunes OBX, Beach front, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach, 7 Bedroom pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Salted Dunes OBX, Beach front, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach, 7 Bedroom?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Salted Dunes OBX, Beach front, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach, 7 Bedroom?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Salted Dunes OBX, Beach front, Wild Horses, Pool, Hot Tub, 4x4 Beach, 7 Bedroom located?

Nestled on the beach, this Corolla holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches and Currituck National Wildlife Refuge. Estuarine Nature Walk is 1 mi (1.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owner was extremely friendly and responsive. The location of the house was perfect- gorgeous views of the ocean, dunes and wild horses. Having a pool was also great for the entire family. This property had the perfect layout.We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandilyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is absolutely beautiful in a perfect location. It's clean with plenty of room. The views were breath taking. There were horses around the house every day and lots of shops and restaurants close by.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home!!! Very well kept and clean. The location was everything you can dream of! Wild horses seen daily, gorgeous beach, great pool!!! Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stacy B.

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

Beautiful views, nice home

The setting is quite beautiful. We had zero issue getting there and back daily. The first level- there’s a door that was just standing- not actually hanging. Downstairs fridge leaks, tv didn’t work in a few rooms. For me the worst part was the hot water situation- there isn’t enough to go around. When the water is used on other floors no water will come out of the faucet on the 3rd floor. The water also comes out with a lot of sediment. Everything was in ok condition- otherwise. We woke up to horses several mornings.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Roger W.

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

Summer Vacation

We found the home clean, comfortable and generally as advertised. There were nine of us so the layout and bed to bath configuration suited our needs well. The owners were easy to deal with and responsive to the couple of minor issues we encountered while at Salted Dunes. The only negatives we experienced was the water pressure was insufficient to support much more than one consumer at a time. We were aware of the water quality issue (very rusty) before renting the property so that came as no surprise but a negative all the same. We suspect that this is a local water quality issue that the other homes in this area suffer from and not isolated to this one residence. Overall, our family enjoyed the beach; the horses and magnificent views of the Atlantic Ocean sun rises and sunsets. Would recommend this to any family looking for a tranquil vacation spot but be prepared for traversing the beach access and dealing the water issues and you will enjoy your stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D.

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

Family vacation

It was a great place to stay!!! We had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

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

Fabulous family vacation

Our family had an amazing vacation at this property. There is so much space for the entire family. The beach truly cannot be beat and the pool is a huge plus!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

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

Spring Break trip

Nice, relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey R.

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

Great Vacation

We had an amazing stay The house was great with pool and ocean views Dolphins swimming every day and a surprising visit from a half dozen horses Fantastic family vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

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

We loved Salted Dunes!

A perfect friend’s gathering for a week of celebration! The house was exactly as described online. The kitchen was stocked well with appliances and cooking tools! Bedrooms were all a great size and beds were comfy! We had no issues with the water. Loved the deck and enjoyed sitting on the deck on top of the dune! Perfect walk to the beach with gorgeous views of the beach!!! We will stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne P., Herndon

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

Perfect!

Our stay was absolute perfection! The home accommodated our family nicely. The home is exactly as advertised, very nice, and private. The homeowners were quick to respond to all of our questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dianne P.

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

Salted Dunes

This was our second visit to this property. It was perfect for our family and the home is more than adequately stocked with kitchen needs and linens. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

shelly y.

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

This is the absolute best large home to stay at when visiting Corolla!!!

Our large family had a wonderful time staying here. There was plenty of room, the beautiful home was very clean and it is the best location with sightings daily of the beautiful wild horses and dolphins. Marissa is a very courteous responsive host and we are definitely visiting again. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila P.

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

Relax in style

Property was great, location was great and the company was great! Enjoyed the beach, pool and hot tub everyday! We got to see horses, dolphins, starfish and StarLink!! Bonus sighting!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin N.

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

Family Vacation 2023

Great location, house was perfect for large families to stay together. A little disappointed in the cleanliness upon arrival, notified the owner, felt like she was more defensive than considerate regarding us making her aware. We did see horses every day we were there, on the beach, as well as around our property. Our family thoroughly enjoyed our time there, and would go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

CINDY M.

Four Seasons August 2019

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Have stayed at this property multiple times and it never disappoints! Clean. Location is great. Owner/Property manager are awesome. Highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Mary J.

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

Awesome oceanfront house - great for a big group!

There is plenty of room in this house for several families to have a fantastic week. We drove onto the beach in the morning and set up tents but we could easily walk back and forth over the dunes throughout the day for potty breaks or lunch. The pool was perfect. We loved the hot tub. We ran into a few small things but the property manager was very quick to respond and remedy anything that came up! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

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

Salted Dunes

The house and the location was just as described. The house was spacious and very homey. We had never stayed in the 4x4 area before and the experience will be talked about forever. We had a small wedding on the beach and it was beautiful. So thankful for memories made at the Salted Dunes OBX. I recommend this home to everyone who wants to have a relaxing getaway from the hustle and bustle of life and enjoy the solitude of salt air and sands in your toes.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances R.

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

Awesome

We came on an extended family vacation (infant, parents, cousins, grandparents). The house had everything we needed, aside from some kitchen basics (salt, pepper, oil) but we were able to easily purchase those at the food lion. We had plenty of space for everyone. The beds were comfortable and the view was amazing. It was a short drive up the beach and the beach parking was always available close to the house. The parking passes made it very convenient to bring our gear back and forth to the beach. On the choppier/windier days, lounging by the pool was perfect. As we only had 1 4x4 vehicle, it made for a few trips up and down the beach. I would highly recommend a thorough shopping trip on the way in! We will definitely be staying again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Eric D., Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Property; Needs better cleaning service

The house, pool, and property were as described and as expected. However, the cleaning service was subpar. E.G., one of the bathtub/shower drain was clogged with hair and all the towels had an bad odor. The renter should not have to deal with these things, but we did take care of them.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

Awesome stay in the OBX

This was our first time to stay on the 4x4 beach. It was an amazing place and the house was perfect for our needs. There were a few little things in that there were items left by the previous clients, dirty beach towel, empty boxes in the hallway downstairs, and items left in the refrigerators. These were all very minor issues and overall, the house was extremely comfortable and worked very well for our family. We had 13 people with 7 children aged 2 months to 14 years old and there was plenty of space for everyone. The house offers incredible views and the lookout spot on the dune was perfect for family photos. The owner did an exceptional job of getting back with me quickly when we had questions. They seem to be freshening up everything on site and it shows. I would highly recommend this property and this owner. Thanks for a great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Carisa L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Awesome house!

The house itself was very spacious and accommodating! The location was great, as it was right on the beach, just a very short walk over the dunes. It was so nice have our own pool right on the property. The downfall of the house is that it wasn’t very well cleaned. We arrived to a dishwasher full of the past guests dishes, along with the washer and dryer full of the past guests towels. The house was pretty dirty overall- bugs squished on the walls, couches caked with filth under the cushions, fridge dirty, etc. At the end of our stay we were instructed to remove the sheets from our beds and place by the washer but not the blanket or pillow shams, which to me implies they do not get washed regularly between guests. Just not what you expect when paying this kind of price. There was also very low water pressure, as only one person could shower at a time (although there was 6 showers). And at times there wasn’t enough water pressure to use any of the sinks or wash laundry. This could just be from being in the location it is though. Overall would rent there again if the cleaning was stepped up a notch! Owners were very pleasant and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Barb W.

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

Amazing views with horses, too!

The property was amazing, and we saw horses every day. We watched the sun rise every morning from our bedroom balcony. The pool was very clean and comfortable. The host was great to deal with, very communicative, and she resolved a few issues we had with the iron in the water. She went above and beyond to make sure we were satisfied. We did not read the listing as carefully as we should have, and found that several amenities were lacking (kitchen towels, trash bags, paper towels). Bring your own frying pans, spices, dish detergent (including dishwasher), and a towel or mat for drying. Otherwise, the kitchen was exceptionally well stocked. The beach was very nice, but heed the warnings about 4-wheel drive, and make sure to air down your tires as suggested. The drive in (on the beach) was soft-packed and difficult to traverse, especially at high tide, or after dark. We saw several people get stuck. This limited our willingness and ability to go into town. We had a wonderful vacation at Salted Dunes!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Brandon L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location, But Beware of Water Issues

We recently stayed at this beach rental and were excited about its prime location, which is undoubtedly its best feature. However, our experience was marred by several significant issues. First and foremost, the water system had severe rust issues, which we discovered when our laundry came out stained with an orange hue. This problem extended beyond just the washing machine; even our swimwear was affected after being worn in the pool. The owner did send maintenance to address the issue promptly and provided a partial refund for the ruined items, which we appreciated. However, the compensation was minimal, and the owner’s dismissive attitude and lack of empathy left a sour taste. The owner suggested that sunscreen interacting with the water was the cause, which implies future renters should avoid using sunscreen to prevent damage—an impractical expectation at a beach property. Additionally, we encountered several other issues: The cleanliness of the floors was questionable, leaving our bare feet dirty. About half of the outlets did not work. A light fixture was hanging from the ceiling in one bathroom. While we managed to overlook these problems and enjoy the beach, the overall experience with the property and more so the host was disappointing. I would advise future renters to be cautious, especially with laundry and swimwear. In other reviews, cleanliness seems to be a problem so perhaps a new cleaning company should be utilized.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Amazing location with beautiful views

My family and I really enjoyed our stay at this property! The views were incredible and we saw many beautiful sunrises and sunsets throughout the week. The whole experience and ambiance of the beach was so different than what we’re used to, in a good way. Although it was not difficult to reach the property, there were extra steps involved which took the pressure off of us filling our days with “plans” for the kids. Instead, we let them play in the gentle, kid friendly surf all week and experience nature up close. We saw wild horses from the porch twice, and actually got to witness a sea turtle nest hatching on the beach which is a memory we won’t soon forget!! The house was clean and perfect for our needs. It’s a beach house off the beaten path, so I didn’t expect everything to be brand new or sparkling clean, but I was pleasantly surprised by the condition of the property. I’m not sure how anyone could have described it as being very dirty. It was clean and it’s very clear that someone loves and cares for this house. The kitchen was fully stocked, there were plenty of beach chairs for our group, and there was even a high chair for the little ones. The bedroom set up worked great for us - with so many options, we each found a room that worked for our needs. It is about a 15-20 minute drive up the beach once you hit the 4x4 area. We brought an air down tool and a pressure gauge and had no problems with our 4WD vehicles, although I did white knuckle the steering wheel a couple of times (first time beach driver!) We had a medical emergency during our trip and had to drive to the hospital over an hour away, then be transported by ambulance another 2 hours for treatment. Just something to keep in mind if you have a medical condition, but that is going to be the case anywhere remote. Make sure you’re prepared for everything a 4x4 beach vacation entails, and enjoy the trip. With that being said, the owner of this property is literally the most responsive owner I have ever encountered- she was very helpful and always SO quick to respond. We had many questions and she provided great recommendations. We would absolutely stay here again and would rent any other property she was managing. Five stars from our group - thank you for the hospitality!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Marissa Iacovone

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Marissa & Dominick Iacovone - We purchased the home in 2021 realizing a dream after being married on the 4x4 beach in 2015. We hope you enjoy this home as much as it has brought joy to us and our family!

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