Title: Oceanside, Screened Porch Dining, Priv Pool, Yard, Dogs Welcome, WW1042, Jolly Octopus 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 # Oceanside, Screened Porch Dining, Priv Pool, Yard, Dogs Welcome, WW1042, Jolly Octopus Holiday home with private pool, a short walk to Corolla Beach ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48180000/48172200/48172122/3e39f5cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48180000/48172200/48172122/2edfba68.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48180000/48172200/48172122/62999e7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48180000/48172200/48172122/247f65c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48180000/48172200/48172122/a9f9824d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location VA Whale in Corolla, Outer Banks is a family-friendly haven. Relax by the private salt-water pool and hot tub or challenge your loved ones to a game of volleyball. This 4-bedroom retreat offers comfort with multiple TVs, VCR, stereo and high-speed wireless internet. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## 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. ### Oceanside, Screened Porch Dining, Priv Pool, Yard, Dogs Welcome, WW1042, Jolly Octopus IMPORTANT BOOKING NOTES/ LEASE AGREEMENT/ ADDITIONAL OPTIONAL FEES: Please read the RENTAL AGREEMENT during the booking process. Immediately after booking you will receive an email with instructions to electronically sign your lease agreement to complete your reservation. We offer travel insurance to all guests as an option to purchase at that time. There may be additional optional fees charged to your reservation that may not be able to be listed on this site (examples: pet fee, pool heat, early check in, security deposit, special events, etc). Located in Corolla/ 4 Bedrooms/ 3 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half Bathroom Slip off your flip-flops and relax...that is what the Outer Banks is all about! Family friendly and affordable, VA Whale is the perfect place for your next vacation. Ground Level: Outside you'll find the salt-water private pool, hot tub and volleyball court. Entry level. Mid Level: Queen Master Bedroom with TV and deck access, and a Bedroom with 2 Singles, TV and deck access that shares a hall bathroom with a Bedroom with 2 Bunk Sets. Private Den with Queen Sleep Sofa and TV. Laundry area with washer and dryer. Top Level: Great room with TV/VCR and sound system. Dining room seating 8, kitchen with counter seating for 3, elevated look-out with game table seating 4, half bath, and a Queen Master Bedroom with TV and deck access. Extras: Private salt-water pool (14 x 28), Hot Tub, 5 TVs, VCR, stereo, fish cleaning table, gas grilll, high chair, basketball hoop, outside shower, community water, high-speed wireless internet, volleyball court and linens and towels provided. No Smoking. No Pets. Full week rentals only. Distance to beach access: 850'. House Address: 1040 Whalehead Drive. Beds: 2 Queens, 2 Singles, 2 Bunk Sets, Queen SS. Key Type: Keyless Entry. CHECK IN LOCATION: 1023 Ocean Trail, Corolla Office. 2025, PRIVATE POOL is open from 5/10/25 -10/10/25 Fireplace is not available to guests. Linens and towels provided at no additional cost. This home will provide sheets for all beds and the beds will be made with the exception of sleep sofas, top bunks and trundle beds in which case the sheets are provided. This home also provides 1 bath towel and 1 wash cloth per person the house sleeps, 2 hand towels per full bathroom, 1 hand towel per half bathroom and a bath mat for each shower or tub. Currituck Club Golf Amenities, Reduced guest fees and advanced priority tee times. Kilmarlic Golf Club Member. This program offers guests a variety of activities that include discounted golf access, wild horse tours, golf lessons, clinics and more! The K Club will also have a full time concierge to assist in planning your activities. You can also receive special rates for the newest attraction on the Outer Banks, the H2OBX Waterpark and Kitty Hawk Kites activities including hang gliding, paragliding, kayak tours, kite boarding, jet-ski rentals and more! Visit KClubOBX.com for details, rates and reservations! (252) 491-2841. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - 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 - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - 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 - Near the sea ### Things to do - Golf - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94680000/94678600/94678547/69879631.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oceanside, Private Pool, 2 Hot Tubs, Close to the Beach, WW902, Parrothead Cay Whalehead Beach - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=94678547&PinnedHotelID=94678547&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37820000/37819700/37819651/59d9f22a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cara Lina | 999 ft from the beach | Private Pool, Hot Tub | Corolla Ocean Hill - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 8.8 Excellent 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=37819651&PinnedHotelID=37819651&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/77000000/76993900/76993813/1cfa5682.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1702 Sandpiper Lookout \*4 Min Walk to Beach Ocean Sands - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 8.6 Excellent 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=76993813&PinnedHotelID=76993813&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75820000/75810200/75810167/ec9ecad3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1418 - Windswept: Spacious 4-bed home in Corolla, NC, private pool. 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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 Vrbo Property WW1040, VA Whale/ Oceanside, 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms Corolla 372563 ## About the area Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Whalehead Beach, a neighbourhood in Corolla. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Corolla Beach and Currituck National Wildlife Refuge, while Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Whalehead are cultural highlights. Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars and Corolla Raceway 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%7C36.36117%2C-75.82279&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=O26rcFvayT2oBGaAphf9JcuAYik=) Corolla, NC ### What's nearby - Corolla Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Currituck Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles - Currituck Beach Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles - Wild Horse Museum - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles ### Getting around - Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 126 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Uncle Ike's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Salty Rim - ‬4 min drive - ‪Cosmo's Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive - ‪Corolla Pizza & Deli - ‬4 min drive - ‪Fat Crabs Rib Company - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Oceanside, Screened Porch Dining, Priv Pool, Yard, Dogs Welcome, WW1042, Jolly Octopus have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Oceanside, Screened Porch Dining, Priv Pool, Yard, Dogs Welcome, WW1042, Jolly Octopus pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Oceanside, Screened Porch Dining, Priv Pool, Yard, Dogs Welcome, WW1042, Jolly Octopus? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Oceanside, Screened Porch Dining, Priv Pool, Yard, Dogs Welcome, WW1042, Jolly Octopus? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Oceanside, Screened Porch Dining, Priv Pool, Yard, Dogs Welcome, WW1042, Jolly Octopus 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 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Oceanside, Screened Porch Dining, Priv Pool, Yard, Dogs Welcome, WW1042, Jolly Octopus 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 3 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chuck R. 2 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing getaway The house was nicely located to beach access and all of the local amenities, while being very private and quiet. The garbage cans were taken down to the road, nice touch! ##### Chuck R. Stayed 14 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa K. 9 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vacation This was the perfect location and house. ##### Melissa K. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donald G. 4 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Vacation House. Nice House ##### Donald G. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### David M. 27 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in, communication #### Whale head All good except getting in was difficult. No instructions for entering house, no response until 3rd attempt at reaching realty office, by whicn time we had figured it out by chance. ##### David M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### wendi j. 28 Jul 2021 Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Good Trip! This was our first trip to OBX and we had a great time. House location is easy access to the beach ( short walk) and the house size and layout worked well for our group of 8. Pictures and descriptions online are very accurate. We were a bit disappointed that the house was not “cleaner and fresher” inside……it felt like it had gone a season too long without a fresh coat of paint and a deep cleaning. It also seemed strange to us that it had wall to wall carpet throughout ( except kitchen) when you are coming and going with wet or sandy feet. I was originally worried about only one fridge ( food and drink for 8) but it is huge fridge ( appears to be fairly new) and it worked great. We prepared all of our meals in the kitchen all week and it worked fine…..there is an assortment of dishes and pans ( mix and match) and utensils. The quality of the mattresses on the 4 bunk beds was not the same as the rest of the rooms. The bunk beds were more like college dorms. Best suited for small kids. Make sure you note that you need to bring your own TP, paper towels , hand soap, dish soap, scratcher pad/sponge etc. There is NOTHING in the kitchen or bathrooms. They provide towels and that is all. ##### wendi j. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Katherine C. 11 Sept 2021 Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### Good Stay, Some Flaws We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Upon check-in it was noticed that the master bath toilet was broken. We let management know immediately and did not have any feedback. No hot water upstairs or available in kitchen. Slightly dirty showers. ##### Katherine C. 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