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At Victorian Fan Ta Sea, you'll unwind in a spacious Victorian beach house with multiple decks and private saltwater pool. Enjoy the cozy game room, updated kitchen appliances, or relax on the sun deck overlooking the ocean views. This Corolla retreat offers plenty of outdoor space for activities like horseback riding nearby at Corolla Wild Horse Tours.

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5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 103544 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Dear Summer…| Pool, Beach, Hot Tub & Games

2025 Updates: New ping-pong table and foosball table for the game room; New furniture items (indoor and outdoor), fixtures, and decor for the 2025 season! Fresh paint in living areas, updated bathrooms, and new carpets on the stairs!

Vacation in Luxury
Vacation like a celebrity when you book Dear Summer... (formerly Victorian Fan Ta Sea). Once featured on TLC's Jon & Kate Plus 8, this large Victorian-style rental is the perfect place to bring the whole family (and your four-legged best friend!) for a relaxing getaway. Less than 500 yards to the beach, a day of fun in the sun is just a short walk away.

Pull up to your beach cottage and park underneath one of two single-car carports and enjoy plenty of outdoor space to store your beach gear. Summers get hot in the OBX so you and your family will love lounging around in the huge (16' x 32') Private Pool and enjoying some friendly competition at the Ping Pong Table. A cozy Game Room with a half bath is the ideal place to pull out your favorite board game or have some fun with the Pool Table and Foosball Table. The convenient Wet Bar with a beverage fridge ensures snacks and cool drinks are at your fingertips. The laundry area is also located on this level.

Walk upstairs to the first level and enter into a large, decorated foyer. Rest comfortably in one of the 2 King Bedrooms or the plush Queen Bedroom. The Bunk Bedroom down the hall is a great place for the kids to hang out with a Pyramid Bunk and a Twin-Over-Twin Bunk Bed. Two Full Bathrooms are located between the bedrooms. Enjoy your quiet, peaceful mornings sipping coffee on the enclosed sundeck with a ceiling fan. Outside, the deck swing is the perfect place to chill after a long day of fun and there is plenty of covered deck space that wraps around the front and side of the house if you prefer to sit in the shade.

The great room on the top floor features a half bath and a huge dining room with seating for ten around the table. The modern kitchen is a great place to cook up your favorite meal and includes updated appliances, a coffee station with a drip coffee maker as well as Keurig and espresso, a blender, iron, ironing board, and a pantry closet for all your beach snacks. Take a seat in the lovely family room full of bright, natural light, so you can enjoy the sun even when it's too hot to sit directly outside, and take a nap on the sleeper sofa. A raised living room area on this level features a TV, fireplace, and tons of seating so the whole family can spend some time making memories together. An inviting King Master Suite with Full Bath completes the top level. Soak up the sea breeze and enjoy awesome ocean views from the outdoor decks wrapping around the side of your beach house. For ultimate serenity, take a dip in the bubbly hot tub under the covered outdoor gazebo complete with incredible views.

Vacation Fantasies Come True In Corolla
Your family will love staying in Corolla. Away from the busiest parts of the OBX but still close to local attractions and great restaurants, there is something nearby that everyone in your party will enjoy. For a one of a kind OBX experience, drive a few minutes down the road to Corolla Wild Horse Tours and take an open-air safari-style tour to spot the Corolla wild horses. For something a little more daring, check out Corolla Adventure Park where the daredevils in your family can climb over 60 different obstacle courses and ride 8 zip lines. And of course, you can't stay in Corolla without visiting the Currituck Beach Lighthouse! For lunch, try Corolla Village Barbecue or Corolla Pizza & Deli. Stop by Fat Crabs Rib Company for dinner and enjoy fresh seafood platters, tasty ribs, or a combo steamer pot. With so many awesome activities to enjoy, your beach fantasy will become a reality when you book Dear Summer... (formerly Victorian Fan Ta Sea)!

Property Layout
Top-Level: Living Room; Kitchen; Dining Room; Family Room/Den w/Sleeper Sofa; Half Bath; Master King Suite w/ Full Bathroom; Sun Deck; Covered Outdoor Gazebo
Mid-Level: Large Foyer; King Bedroom; King Bedroom; Queen Bedroom; Bunk Bedroom w/Pyramid Bunk & Twin-Over-Twin Bunk; Full Bathroom; Full Bathroom; Covered Deck; Enclosed Sun Porch
Ground-Level: 1-Car Carport; 1-Car Carport; Game Room w/Foosball Table & Pool Table; Laundry Area; Half Bath; Outdoor Half Bath w/ Outdoor Shower; Private Pool; Ping Pong Table
Beds: 3 Kings, 1 Queen, 1 Pyramid Bunk, 1 Twin-Over-Twin Bunk, 1 Sleeper Sofa

Villages at Ocean Hill Community Amenities: 2 Pools; Sound Beach; Basketball Court; Sports Court (Volleyball, Badminton, Shuffleboard & Four-Square); Sand Volleyball Court; Playground; 2-Mile Paved Bike Lane; Summer Snack Bar.

*Please note: Use of Villages at Ocean Hill Racquet Courts (tennis courts & pickleball courts) require a reservation, court rental fee, and cash deposit at the time of reservation. Guests who wish to use the Fitness Center must pay a key deposit and additional fee. Daily and weekly options are available. Please contact the Villages at Ocean Hill Fitness Center for more information.

Please note: Visitors should park in driveways and community parking. Overnight parking in community parking lots is prohibited. Parking permits are required for use of the oceanfront community parking lots.

*No RVs/trailers are permitted. Boats and trailers are permitted if parked inside a carport. Neither can be parked in the driveway or yard. Please refer to the community website for additional information.

*Pools are subject to availability.

DISTANCE TO LOCAL ATTRACTIONS & CONVENIENCES
10 Minutes/4.4 Miles to Corolla Food Lion
42 Minutes/22.3 Miles to Walmart
3 Minutes/1 Mile to Currituck Beach Lighthouse
50 Minutes/27.8 Miles to the Wright Brothers National Memorial
58 Minutes/32.2 Miles to Jockey's Ridge State Park
49 Minutes/29.3 Miles to H2OBX Waterpark
2 Hrs & 11 Minutes/87 Miles to Cape Point
2 Hrs & 5 Minutes/84.8 Miles to Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

Dog Info: This property allows up to 3 dogs max, up to 75 lbs., with an additional fee per dog.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3,544 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Family Groups Only. We (Seaside Vacations) are a vacation realty company and per NC real-estate laws a signed lease is required.
The beach gear rental credit is available May 22 - September 25, 2026 at participating homes only.
2026 Private Pool Dates: March 28 - October 23 Community Pool Dates: generally Memorial Day - Labor Day. Dates are approximate & are not guaranteed

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

422712

About the area

Located in Corolla, this holiday home is near the beach. Wild Horse Museum and Whalehead are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars and Pine Island Racquet & Fitness Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Corolla Raceway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Corolla travel guide
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Corolla, NC

What's nearby

  • Aerial view of Currituck Beach Lighthouse on an island surrounded by lush green trees
    Currituck Beach
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • City Riga, Latvia. Brown horse and nature in air museum.
    Wild Horse Museum
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Beachfront real estate in Corolla Beach North Carolina outer banks
    Corolla Beach
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cant wait to touch the tip of the lighthouse and see the whole corolla in north carolina. #BVSBlue #endlesssummer
    Currituck Beach Lighthouse
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Corolla Pizza & Deli
    11 min walk
  • The Beer Garden
    12 min walk
  • Uncle Ike's Sandbar & Grill
    2 min drive
  • Salty Rim
    18 min walk
  • Cosmo's Pizzeria
    2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dear Summer…| Pool, Beach, Hot Tub & Games pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dear Summer…| Pool, Beach, Hot Tub & Games?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dear Summer…| Pool, Beach, Hot Tub & Games?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dear Summer…| Pool, Beach, Hot Tub & Games?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dear Summer…| Pool, Beach, Hot Tub & Games located?

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

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