Title: Gorgeous vacation rental in the secluded area of Carova NC! 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 # Gorgeous vacation rental in the secluded area of Carova NC! Holiday home in Corolla with private pool and kitchen ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102900000/102899000/102898906/30ee0cde.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102900000/102899000/102898906/9c7c7199.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102900000/102899000/102898906/bff62016.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102900000/102899000/102898906/c522498c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, table football](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102900000/102899000/102898906/6e36ae9a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Blue Whale, nestled in a unique area near the ocean, offers an unforgettable retreat with endless views of majestic wildlife and restful relaxation. Enjoy spacious decks with incredible views, an open kitchen, recreation room for games of pool or arcade fun and private pool with picnic table. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Pool ## 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. ### Gorgeous vacation rental in the secluded area of Carova NC! If you're searching for an unforgettable 4x4 home with a list of amenities that will make you never want to leave the OBX, The Blue Whale is the one for you and your family! Enjoy the ocean view from the private deck off the top level living area or the peaceful surroundings of this unique area. Located just a short 3 miles up the beach, this provides the convenience of being close to groceries, restaurants, and other attractions on the paved road. Nestled only a short drive from the ocean, this well-appointed, four-bedroom retreat offers endless views of the majestic wildlife and rest and relaxation you deserve. Experience the Outer Banks the way people did years ago. No roads, no distractions, no complications - just miles of gorgeous coastline. Relax, unwind and reconnect with loved ones while vacationing at The Blue Whale. A few of the many amenities to enjoy in this home are the wireless internet access for those who need to stay connected, spacious decks with incredible views, an open kitchen with everything you could ever need, along with a recreation room for those who would like to have a friendly game of pool, 2 refrigerators and a wet bar to keep your family entertained. The private pool with a covered area with picnic table is a great gathering place for the entire family. This four-wheel-drive access vacation home is a short walk to the pristine northern beaches (approximately 680 feet) of Carova and Swan Beach. These areas are renowned for their wide, clean beaches - some of the most beautiful on the OBX. Keep an eye out for wild horses grazing or dolphins and whales playing in the waves! Please contact the Corolla rental office for 4x4 parking passes. They must be signed out at the Corolla rental office. You must have the pass to park on the beach from April 29th to October 7th. This home is only accessible with a 4-wheel drive vehicle. All-wheel drive vehicles are not capable of navigating the soft sand and off-road beach driving conditions. To find out more about 4x4 access and driving on the beach visit www.visitcurrituck.com/visitor-info/beach-driving-tips Pack a little lighter as sheets and towels are provided. Rest easy as all beds will also be made upon arrival. This property does have video surveillance located at the entrance to the home. The Blue Whale is pet-friendly, with a $500 security deposit. There is an additional charge for guests bringing pets, which will be added and collected after booking. Pet fees range from $161-231 depending on the property, and will be assessed state and local taxes. Layout: Ground Level: Recreation room with a pool table, wet bar, mini-fridge and arcade game (Pac Man and more) Mid Level: King en suite with private bath and a sliding door to a private deck with ocean views, Queen bedroom, pyramid bunk/twin bedroom, full hall bath. Top Level: Living area with large flat screen TV, dining area, kitchen with bar seating, door to top deck with hot tub and ocean views, King en suite with a tub/shower and private deck with ocean views. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Foosball table ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35700000/35698800/35698736/e5533190.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Horse Inn Around: Pet Friendly-so bring the whole family! 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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 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 11730 ## About the area ![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%7C36.44948%2C-75.84743&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UQQVpA6OofWza9V7tyPFxPJOdL4=) Carova, NC #### Getting around - Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 171 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Uncle Ike's - ‬30 min drive - ‪Salty Rim - ‬29 min drive - ‪Cosmo's Pizzeria - ‬30 min drive - ‪Corolla Pizza & Deli - ‬29 min drive - ‪Fat Crabs Rib Company - ‬30 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gorgeous vacation rental in the secluded area of Carova NC! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Gorgeous vacation rental in the secluded area of Carova NC!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Gorgeous vacation rental in the secluded area of Carova NC!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Gorgeous vacation rental in the secluded area of Carova NC! located? > Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Currituck National Wildlife Refuge and Estuarine Nature Walk. Currituck Beach and Corolla Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Gorgeous vacation rental in the secluded area of Carova NC! Reviews 8.0 ### Very good 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 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert L. 24 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### May Getaway Great stay. Great location. Painless check in and out. ##### Robert L. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jacqueline O. 11 Jun 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful location. Overpriced for what it was. When we arrived we immediately noticed trash and random articles of clothing around the property, upon entering the house seemed clean. However, once on the third floor we noticed holes in walls/doors, random stains on walls and poker chips strew about the living room and porch. The TV in the living room was a nightmare to get working, the dryer was finicky and some of the dishes had food still stuck on them. Also, if you stay here (or at any of the Sun Realty properties) be aware you’ll need to provide your own toilet paper and paper towels as they only had a single roll of toilet paper in each bathroom and one roll of paper towels not a huge deal but would’ve been great to know in advance. Beautiful location but for the price we paid I’d expect a little more. No comments on the pool or hot tub as neither of them were used…after seeing overall cleanliness of the property we decided not to tempt fate with the hot tub or pool. ##### Jacqueline O. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Angela L. 17 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Horse Hot Spot The property was great. It was a bit more trouble to get there than we originally thought it would be, but the drive is beautiful along the beach. Just be sure you are prepared for beach driving for several miles. Beware that there are a TON of wild horse tours that go by this property daily. We counted 1 or more at least every 10-15 mins from 8-5 just about every day. It gets annoying. If you want to see the wild horses, they were at this property every day. Unfortunately, they prevented us from leaving and returning multiple times. My daughter and grandson were outside and one unexpectedly walked right up to them. We didn't know what to do because of the 50ft rule. Within 30 seconds, a tour came along and the guide was screaming, yelling and taking a video with threats to report them to the sheriff's department. My grandson is 5 years old! It was an awful experience that ruined our trip. Not Sun Realty's fault at all. My point is, we were not prepared for the negative aspects of the horse presence and definitely didn't appreciate the tours. ##### Angela L. 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