2 blocks to ocean, 4 bedrooms, pet friendly

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4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Hot tub

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Corolla, NC

Currituck Beach6 min walk
Currituck Beach Lighthouse2 min drive
Corolla Beach6 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Two (2) Outdoor Showers. Hot and Cold Water.

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Your clean, beautiful, Corolla Beach House: The Whale’s Tale awaits you! Accommodates 10 guests with 4 Bedrooms.

Spectacular sun rises through the thirteen-window panorama facing the ocean. Take breakfast on the upper deck and then stroll the short two blocks to a spacious beach. Beach chairs, umbrellas and sand toys provided.

The chef in your family will delight in the kitchen fully equipped with quality appliances, cookware and stemware. A gas grill stands ready for the grill master. Breathe in the salt air, hear the crashing ocean waves as you enjoy a meal outside on the picnic table.

An open floor plan unifies the kitchen, dining area, living area and ping pong area. Large flat screen TV with cable. Free WI-FI throughout the house. For peace and quiet retreat to the covered side porch where ocean breezes cool on even the hottest summer days. Unwind in the massage chair or with a frozen cocktail made in the Margaritaville Maker relax in the hot tub under the Gazebo.

Grocery, restaurants and retail shopping are a five minute drive. Take a short bicycle ride (The Whale's Tale provides 4) or walk to the Whalehead Club to stroll the majestic grounds. Climb to the top of the Currituck lighthouse and tour the free Nature Museum to learn about the rich history of this once isolated village.

Active and adventurous vacationers can enjoy a round of Golf, Kayaking, Surfing, Swimming, Fishing, Corolla Horse Tours, Shopping, or a Day Trip to the Wright Brothers memorial park. Of course, an afternoon building sandcastles can be just as fulfilling.

As the day ends on our island—far from big city lights--the stars light up the night sky. Relaxation, laughter, conversation and memories for your family that will last a lifetime, all await you at The Whale’s Tale.

Property manager

Barbara MacLauchlin

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Sunrise from top Deck on this house! It's just peaceful!

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Highchair, Booster Seat, Gates,Games,Books & Toys

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

In Season 7 day minimum-Sunday to Sunday is turnover day Off Season 3 day minimum-Any day available

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Corolla

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Whalehead Beach, a neighbourhood in Corolla. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Corolla, NC

What's nearby

Currituck Beach - 6 min walk
Whalehead - 18 min walk
Currituck Beach Lighthouse - 2 min drive
Wild Horse Museum - 3 min drive
Corolla Beach - 6 min drive

Getting around

Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

Off The Wall Tap House - 9 min drive
Sun Fish Grill - 7 min drive
Sundogs Sports Bar & Grill - 6 min drive
Uncle Ike's Sandbar & Grill - 15 min walk
The Chill Spot - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 blocks to ocean, 4 bedrooms, pet friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at 2 blocks to ocean, 4 bedrooms, pet friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 blocks to ocean, 4 bedrooms, pet friendly?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is 2 blocks to ocean, 4 bedrooms, pet friendly located?

This family-friendly Corolla holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches and Currituck Beach. Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Whale Head Bay are also within 1 mile (2 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

BARBARA G.

12 January 2024

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

Happiest New Year

We were thrilled with every aspect of this vacation home with amenities for our family of eight. Our daughter and husband and little ones ages 1 and 3 loved the toys and had plenty of room to play in the sunny great room. We appreciated the high chair and portable crib. The short walk to the beach led us to stunning sunrises and sunsets, and we luxuriated in the hot tub afterward. The kitchen was well-stocked for meals and baking. It was a gem of a holiday. We hope to return!

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony S.

15 October 2023

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

Amazing Honeymoon

Had an amazing 4 day stay, house was perfect, great location and super well equipped. Looking forward to going again at some other time

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Robert L., MECHANICSBURG, Pa., USA

22 August 2023

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

Whalehead in Corolla North Carolina

Great location and great facilities.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane D.

13 August 2023

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

#theywentandDONET

We stayed at The Whale’s Tail a week ago with family and friends. Our son got married that week and we found the perfect place to stay. It was a VERY busy week with the wedding. I’m glad we had a place to come back to everyday and RELAX! This place was big enough for 7 adults, one toddle and our Giant Schnauzer pup! The walk to the beach was only 3 min. Everything was just wonderful! Barb was amazing to work with! Definitely do not pack any linens…beach towels….umbrellas or beach chairs! This house was fully stocked! The kitchen also had everything we needed! We would definitely stay again! Thanks Barb for everything!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim O.

13 August 2023

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

Whalehead tale

Great prperty . Incredible amenities. Fantastic owners. Would not hesitate to stay again

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Barbara MacLauchlin

Sharing The Whale's Tale with vacationers, like yourselves, who desire to spend uninterrupted time with their families, enjoying one of the best beaches in the world, has been and continues to be an enjoyable blessing. My husband and I first discovered this area in 1974. After driving miles on the wide and undeveloped beaches from Virginia, the jeep stopped at a place called Whalehead of Corolla. My husband, the realtor Mr. Riggs and I stood in the sand looking for the half-acre lot for sale in the 1st division of Whalehead. Not a house in site and little vegetation.

Mr. Riggs squinted and with a turned upper lip said "I don't know exactly, but the lot you are interested in is someplace here." The truth was, we had no extra money to spend on such a wild financial adventure....we were just looking. But what a paradise to behold. The ocean was a 3 minute walk. The Corolla Lighthouse was a historic beauty to behold. On the top ridge of a dune we watched a wild black stallion called Star confidently lead his herd, descendants of a Spanish galleon ship that sunk in the Atlantic centuries ago. Within a second my husband and I said, "We'll take it."

Why they chose this property

Ten years later, our little family gathered around our dinner table for a vote. Do we build a forever house or do we build a beach house? "A forever house" I said loudly. My husband and Christopher, our teenage son, voted beach house. Our three year old son, Cory, broke the silence. "Sawee Mommy, I vote beach house!" And so we began a journey, not only building a vacation home, but building lifelong memories with family and friends.

Many changes have occurred in Whalehead since 1974. Roads, new homes and parking lots were built. Convenient shopping and fine restaurants were added to the only general store that served this sleepy fishing village. The Whalehead Club has been historically renovated to its former glory. You can still visit the horses in a sanctuary north of Corolla. And the once coarse, pebbly beach has turned into a beautiful white sandy beach. Beach walkways offer easy access and protect the ocean dunes. Lifeguards, emergency services and many conveniences. But it still retains the quality of a quiet paradise where the sun shines a little brighter and air is cooled by sea mist.

What makes this property unique

My husband and I always believed vacations were a necessity for good family health. It is my desire to maintain a clean and comfortable beach house that welcomes you as your summer home. I want you to enjoy this well-earned time with your family. I have stocked the kitchen with lots of extras to make your vacation a pleasure to prepare your family meals. Beds are made and double sets of towels for each family member are provided. The simplicity of playing on the beach together, playing board games, working puzzles, participating in a game of ping pong with your children are truly enjoyed.

My sons now have sons of their own. My six grandchildren often tell me how much they love The Whale's Tale...and want to visit again. To be sure, you and your family will love spending your vacation at The Whale's Tale.

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