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Charming 2-bed cottage located in the peaceful, 4x4 area of Carova Beach

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Back Porch, screened in, comfy furniture perfect for an afternoon nap.
Back porch overlooks the beautiful untouched refuge
Addition of outdoor table and chairs on screened in porch not seen in pic.
Outdoor dining
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to False Cape State Park
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Carova Beach, NC
  • Place, Currituck National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Carova Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, False Cape State Park
    ‪9 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Charming 2-bed cottage located in the peaceful, 4x4 area of Carova Beach

Carova Beach is waiting for you at this charming 2-bedroom cottage with a large screened in porch on the back facing the refuge and another large porch on the front with rockers to sip your coffee in the morning with the sunrise. This location is frequently visited by wild horse friends in the morning which is always a fun way to wake up! This cottage has a king bed, a queen bed, and a futon for comfortable sleeping up to 5. Two full baths each featuring shower/tub and an outdoor shower for after long day at the beach. Fully stocked kitchen with coffee maker, crock pot and all the basic cookware and spices for your convenience. Enjoy the cozy living room on 2nd level with large plasma(and a decent assortment of DVDs), as well as, a game room with a foosball table and a sit down multicade, featuring dozens of your favorites/classics! AC, WIFI, washer/dryer, propane grill, firepit and a lovely short walk to the beach (5 blocks/10min). We hope you'll enjoy your stay at our cottage.

Note: AC and heat services main level(king bed) and 3rd level(queen). Game room(ground level) stays fairly cool, but have a fan for extra comfort. And an electric heater for winter stays.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Make sure propane is turned off and Grill is covered.
Make sure water is turned off at hose
Please clean any used dishes
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No parties. Please respect neighbor next door. Noise to a minimum after 10pm.
Drive slow on back roads...and be on the look out for wild horses! Also, please do not feed or approach the horses for your saftey and theirs.
Please clean any used dishes.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4552654vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Corolla

Corolla is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Currituck National Wildlife Refuge and False Cape State Park, while Wild Horse Museum and Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education are cultural highlights.
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Carova Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Currituck National Wildlife Refuge - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Carova Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 km
  • False Cape State Park - 9 min walk - 0.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Chewbacca - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪The Kitchen Witch Catering - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Crab Cantina - ‬206 min drive
  • ‪hunters feast - ‬210 min drive
  • ‪Second Thoughts Beach Redoubt - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 2-bed cottage located in the peaceful, 4x4 area of Carova Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Charming 2-bed cottage located in the peaceful, 4x4 area of Carova Beach?

As of 23 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming 2-bed cottage located in the peaceful, 4x4 area of Carova Beach on 1 November 2026 start from NZ$798, 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.

How much is parking at Charming 2-bed cottage located in the peaceful, 4x4 area of Carova Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming 2-bed cottage located in the peaceful, 4x4 area of Carova Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 2-bed cottage located in the peaceful, 4x4 area of Carova Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming 2-bed cottage located in the peaceful, 4x4 area of Carova Beach located?

Situated in Corolla, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Currituck National Wildlife Refuge and Carova Beach. False Cape State Park is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! We really enjoyed our stay at this cottage. The host offers everything you would expect and offers some basic things like beds, blankets and bowls for your pups in case you forget. The host is friendly and communication was prompt and friendly. We will be visiting again.Jesse and Michelle
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

EmmaGrace W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was amazing!! We enjoyed our welcome basket with s’mores makings to use with the fire pit! The house was beautiful and had all we needed! We loved the beach and seeing the horses! Definitely a memorable first trip to the OBX!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Avel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the 4x4 beach Corova , very nice home which had all amninities as described. Love the outside shower... We will return..
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A secluded weekend away

The house was nicer than the pictures allowed it to appear. The host was very communicative and so nice! 10/10 would stay there again. Well done, y’all!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, quiet retreat nestled in the woods just minutes from the beach. Modern appliances and well maintained house. Absolutely loved the screened in porch, it was nice to sit in and enjoy a bottle of wine in the evening, or a cup of coffee in the morning. Unfortunately hurricane Erin cut our visit short, but would definitely visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Best Rental we have had in years

This house and everything inside was like brand new and spotless. It was perfect for our family of four and dog. The price was great, the beds were comfortable, the kitchen had everything we needed and the owners communication was superb. We had so much fun in the beach and saw lots of horses. I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CJ S.

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

Incredible!

We had such an incredible stay with our dog, we are already planning on when we can come back! 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was amazing, very clean, relaxing, comfy. It felt like home. It wasn't your normal property. Renea has went over and beyond in making your stay relaxing and efficient. She doesn't just provide basics, she has all the little touches, comfy blankets, every appliance you could need, spices, all the beach chairs, umbrella, etc. I will be booking this home again for next year. Thanks for the amazing stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was fantastic! The hosts were very communicative and everything was as described. Not many places allow 3 dogs and they were very happy with the bowls and dog bed they provided. They honestly loved the dog bed so much I'll have to get them one like it. The area was really serene and peaceful. Walkies with the dogs were so pretty with it sitting back in the woods. Only being 1/4 mile from the beach was also a big plus. We did some night fishing and didn't have to drive forever to get back to the house. We will definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Renee provided an amazing stay! The house and location were very nice and peaceful. They were very respectful and had great communication. If we needed something they were quick to make sure we were helped. The house was very clean and the arcade games are an amazing added bonus. We were able to have fires as well as a short trip to the beach. The outdoor shower was super helpful especially with our dog. I would highly recommend this stay to anyone looking to be close to the beach but have some additional privacy in the woods. They had a bunch of beach necessities and some added extra goodies waiting for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Fun, comfortable and quiet

The property is beautiful and serene. The home was inviting and comfortable. We all had something we enjoyed in the house. I enjoyed the screened in porch, my husband enjoyed the comfortable bed. Our grandson loved the foosball table and the games. Our little one loved going up and down the stairs. My daughter enjoyed the tranquility, her children in a quiet setting and the dogs loved sitting out on the deck and looking down at the yard. Oh, driving on the beach was an experience none of us had ever had. Renee was always easy to reach and very helpful. Wonderful host.
Harley checking out the deck.
Delaney ready to climb on the chair and as I said Harley looking for life down on the ground.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2025
Thank you Patricia!! You left the place better than when you arrived!! Appreciate your review and note in the book downstairs!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristy S.

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

Lovely Home with Thoughtful Touches in Heavenly Location

My husband and I were fortunate to spend 8 days here. The home is lovely and the owners have provided such thoughtful touches. The pups have their own blankets, bowls, and beds available. Unlike many rentals, even laundry detergent and fabulous name-brand coolers are available for your use. It feels like you are at a friend’s home. There are personal pictures and even a coffee table made from the owners’ wedding sign. You will not be disappointed if you stay here! This is assuming you like things the way they are in Carova Beach…far from the hustle and bustle of the commercialized world. The back of the property is a forest and the beach is just a short drive over the dunes with your 4x4 vehicle. Heaven!
The screened porch facing the forest.
This is what one does at Carova Beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Our new yearly getaway

This marked our inaugural visit to the Outer Banks, where we found the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. The area's charm was enhanced by frequent visits from wild horses, which spent considerable time with us. The vacation house exceeded our expectations, thanks to Ben and Renee's meticulous attention to detail. They provided an impressive array of amenities, including blankets for our pets, comprehensive kitchen essentials, games, and beach gear. The house's cozy atmosphere, spotless condition, and inviting decor made us feel instantly at home. Our teenage daughters had an unforgettable beach experience, filled with relaxation, excitement, and adventure. We were impressed by Renee and Ben's warm hospitality and genuine kindness. We are already planning our annual return to this exceptional getaway. The thoughtful touch of including a table on the screened-in back porch, a nod to their wedding, was particularly appreciated. Overall, this was the most enjoyable vacation we've had, and we're grateful to Ben and Renee for sharing their beautiful beach house.
Back yard
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa A.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

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Hosted by Renee Thomas

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