Title: A Whale Of A Time: Private Pool | Hot Tub Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A Whale Of A Time: Private Pool | Hot Tub Holiday home with private pool, a short walk to Corolla Beach ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100160000/100152100/100152034/6ecf0355.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100160000/100152100/100152034/481026af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100160000/100152100/100152034/d321e9c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100160000/100152100/100152034/e2d983c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100160000/100152100/100152034/000a2d62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the laid-back charm of A Whale Of A Time in Corolla's sought-after Whalehead community. Enjoy around-the-clock outdoor fun with a private pool and hot tub, then retreat to the comfortably furnished living area with an open-concept layout and vaulted ceilings. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81988 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Hot tub - Washer - Pool - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A Whale Of A Time: Private Pool | Hot Tub Get ready to have A Whale Of A Time when you stay at this oceanside beach house in Corolla's sought-after Whalehead community. Your family will have both a private pool and hot tub all to yourselves for around-the-clock outdoor fun and relaxation. The thoughtfully landscaped backyard is covered in a lush, barefoot-friendly lawn perfect for croquet, cornhole and other yard games. A flagstone patio is equipped with a gas grill for cookouts and adirondack chairs surrounding a fire pit for gathering in the evenings. Best of all, getting to the beach will be quick and easy using the nearby path to the Sturgeon Street beach access, just a five-minute walk from the house. Use the beach cart to easily transport all of your toys, snacks and gear for a full day of sun, sand and surf. When you come home from the beach, relax in the comfortably furnished living area featuring an open-concept layout, hardwood flooring and vaulted ceilings. It leads out to an east-facing sun deck where you can enjoy a horizon view of the ocean and a refreshing coastal breeze. When you're not dining out, prepare meals in the well-stocked kitchen and serve at the dining table for eight or al fresco on the screened porch. The top-level primary bedroom also provides deck access as well as an ensuite bath for plenty of privacy. Three additional bedrooms on the mid-level (including a second ensuite) will comfortably accommodate family and friends, and the den can be used as a second living area or kid's hangout space. Located on the north end of the Whalehead Beach community, A Whale Of A Time is just a mile from historic Corolla Village. Explore unique shopping and dining options plus famous Corolla attractions including the Whalehead Club, Currituck Beach Lighthouse and the Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education. Walkers, joggers and bikers will appreciate the multi-use path that runs through town. No pets allowed. No smoking/vaping. Fireplace not available for guest use. Please refer to the Rental Agreement while reviewing Rules & Policies for pool opening/closing dates. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Massage - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: 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 - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Gas grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the marina ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 1,988 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26600000/26595600/26595530/ecf01dbe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Salty Unicorn: Comfy, Oceanside 3-bedroom home, only 500 feet from the beach Ocean Sands - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=26595530&PinnedHotelID=26595530&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/48000000/47070000/47063700/47063657/78adf42a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oceanside, Pool, Hot Tub, 945 ft to Beach Access, WW935, Sea Watch Whalehead Beach - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 7.0 Good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=47063657&PinnedHotelID=47063657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25170000/25165900/25165862/2c6d14ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Corolla Village NC OBX EasyWalk2 BeachPoolHotTubOceanside Corolla Village - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 148 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=25165862&PinnedHotelID=25165862&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22220000/22215700/22215637/18c83224.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sea-renity: Spindrift gated community, private pool and hot tub. 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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 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 and a deadlock 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 2969 ## About the area Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Whalehead Beach, a neighbourhood in Corolla. Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars and Pine Island Racquet & Fitness Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Corolla Raceway. Currituck National Wildlife Refuge and Digger's Dungeon - Home of Grave Digger are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Corolla travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Corolla.dx180789) [View more Holiday homes in Corolla](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Corolla-Private-Holiday-Homes.d180789-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.36402%2C-75.82275&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wRQUS5CTyl951RqhAXaN93cGZy8=) Corolla, NC ### What's nearby - Corolla Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Currituck Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile - Currituck Beach Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles - Wild Horse Museum - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles ### Getting around - Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 131 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Uncle Ike's - ‬19 min walk - ‪Salty Rim - ‬3 min drive - ‪Cosmo's Pizzeria - ‬18 min walk - ‪Corolla Pizza & Deli - ‬3 min drive - ‪Fat Crabs Rib Company - ‬18 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A Whale Of A Time: Private Pool | Hot Tub pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at A Whale Of A Time: Private Pool | Hot Tub? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at A Whale Of A Time: Private Pool | Hot Tub? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is A Whale Of A Time: Private Pool | Hot Tub located? > Located in Whalehead Beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Corolla Beach and Currituck Beach. Whale Head Bay and Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A Whale Of A Time: Private Pool | Hot Tub Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### cory g. 7 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We loved Corolla Overall loved this home. Lots of places to sit and rest, pool was beautiful and every question was answered promptly. ##### cory g. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Casey G. 29 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy House Near The Beach This house was perfect for my partner & two friends. We had a great relaxing time. You can see the ocean from the balcony. Had a wonderfully huge backyard & fire pit area. This house is just a short walk to the beach. I would recommend this property. ##### Casey G. 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