Just 800 feet from the beautiful beaches of Whalehead, Expectations Met is a fabulous vacation home that offers something for everyone. Unwind in the private 16 x 32 pool and hot tub or challenge your family to a game of pool in the rec room with TV and wet bar.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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About this property
Only 800 feet to the beautiful beaches! Private 16x32 pool. Hot Tub. Pets ok. Pool Table
We have no doubt that all of your Expectations will be met while vacationing at this fabulous vacation home that is only 800 feet from the beautiful beaches of Whalehead. Experience what the Northern Outer Banks has to offer!
This home offers amenities for everyone including a private 16 x 32 pool, hot tub, and a game room with a pool table, TV, and wet bar. Other amenities include 6 TVs, 5 VCRs, a DVD player, a stereo with a CD player, high-speed internet, a whirlpool tub, books, videos, games, a porta-crib, a high chair, and many others! Plan your next vacation in this beautiful home! This home is Kid Friendly!
Bottom Level: Bedroom (king) with TV, Blu-Ray, and access to patio; full hall bath; Rec room with pool table and TV and Blu-Ray; wet bar with mini-fridge and microwave.
Mid-level: Master bedroom (king) with TV, Blu-Ray, and private deck; Bedroom (king) with TV and Blu-Ray; Bedroom (1 bunk set) with TV and DVD; Bedroom (queen) with TV; laundry.
Top Level: Great room with TV, Blu-Ray, and gas fireplace; kitchen with breakfast bar for 4; dining area for 8 and second area for 4; screened porch; half bath.
Additional Information: • Bed linens and bath towel sets are provided unless otherwise stated in the lease.
• ECI (Early Check-in) 1:00 p.m. Call for availability and pricing! Access to the bottom level and pool area ONLY, until the home is completely clean. •Parking spaces: 5
• Dog-friendly, maximum 2 dogs, *NO PUPPIES*
• NO SMOKING
• Approximately 800 Ft to the beach access
• RVs, trailers, and U-Hauls prohibited
• Pool dates: 5/23/26-9/4/26 2027: 5/22/27-9/3/27
• Pool size: 16 x 32
• Hot tub: Open year-round
• FAMILY GROUP RENTALS ONLY! Parents, siblings, Aunts/Uncles, grandparents, cousins, and friends.
• ABSOLUTELY NO NON-FAMILY GROUPS. College groups, high school civic groups, and any other groups under 25 years of age.
K Club Member: As a member of the K Club guests will benefit from an exclusive amenity program offering: Preferred green fee rates at Kilmarlic Golf Club, and special rates for Kitty Hawk Kites activities. Special discount pricing from places like Corolla Outback Adventures and Wild Horse Tours; Ghost Crab Quest; H2obx Waterpark; Outer Banks Adventures. Visit kclubobx.com for details, rates, and reservations!
Golf Carts: ZoomAround is a premier street-legal golf cart rental company in the Outer Banks. They offer 4- and 6-passenger cart options for convenient, paperless delivery and pickup service in Duck, Corolla, Kitty Hawk, and Southern Shores, or free in-store pickup when renting in Duck. ZoomArond will no longer service Kill Devil Hills or Nags Head starting in 2025. Save $35 on your golf cart rental using promo code ShorelineObx when booking with Shoreline OBX Vacation Rentals! ZoomAround Website Link: https://zoomaround.com/?promoCode=ShorelineObx
Internet: All of our homes are equipped with wifi. However, due to the nature of our area, we cannot guarantee internet will always be functioning, as the Outer Banks can experience outages from time to time. We strongly advise that guests bring their own personal hotspots or other cell service devices to provide internet access, especially if the internet is needed for work or school. Shoreline OBX and our homeowners are not responsible for any internet interruptions.
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: In addition to our beautiful beaches enjoy a vast array of local attractions… • Fishing Charters • Dolphin Tours • Currituck Beach Lighthouse • Wright Brothers National Memorial • NC Aquarium • Whalehead Club • Jockey's Ridge State Park • Elizabethan Gardens • The Lost Colony Outdoor Theater • Waterpark • First Flight Adventure Park • Wild Horse Tours • Shopping, Restaurants, Golf There is so much for your family to experience and enjoy!
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
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
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Charcoal grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Water park
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching 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
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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
Lease Agreement must be signed and returned within 48 hours of booking. Booking will be canceled without a signed copy of the lease agreement.
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 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 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.
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 Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby. Visit our Corolla travel guide
Is Only 800 feet to the beautiful beaches! Private 16x32 pool. Hot Tub. Pets ok. Pool Table pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Only 800 feet to the beautiful beaches! Private 16x32 pool. Hot Tub. Pets ok. Pool Table?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Only 800 feet to the beautiful beaches! Private 16x32 pool. Hot Tub. Pets ok. Pool Table?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Only 800 feet to the beautiful beaches! Private 16x32 pool. Hot Tub. Pets ok. Pool Table?
Checkout is at 9:00 AM.
Where is Only 800 feet to the beautiful beaches! Private 16x32 pool. Hot Tub. Pets ok. Pool Table located?
This family-friendly Corolla holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Currituck Beach, Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Whale Head Bay are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Only 800 feet to the beautiful beaches! Private 16x32 pool. Hot Tub. Pets ok. Pool Table Reviews
Reviews
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.
The house was perfect. It had everything we needed and then some for a beautiful, fun and relaxing vacation. We didn't want to leave and the kids ranked it as one of the best vacations ever!
Jamie P.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Sara S.
9 Jul 2024
Beautiful home!
We had a wonderful week at Expectations Met!! What a beautiful home and perfect location! We especially loved the upper level with the giant open concept room, with its large tv with lots of streaming options, plenty of comfortable seating and attached sunroom. The outdoor area of this home is awesome with a huge pool, newer hot tub, volleyball net and hammock. My only small notes are that the pool could use a light in the pool itself and a safety rail for getting into the shallow end. Other than that this house was perfect and we hope to stay there again another time!!
Sara S.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Sara S.
9 Jul 2024
Beautiful home!
We had a wonderful week at Expectations Met!! What a beautiful home and perfect location! We especially loved the upper level with the giant open concept room, with its large tv with lots of streaming options, plenty of comfortable seating and attached sunroom. The outdoor area of this home is awesome with a huge pool, newer hot tub, volleyball net and hammock. My only small notes are that the pool could use a light in the pool itself and a safety rail for getting into the shallow end. Other than that this house was perfect and we hope to stay there again another time!!
Sara S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tim H.
19 Apr 2024
One of the best
Our family could not have asked for more…house was clean and comfortable. We lacked for nothing. Our only problem was when we arrived on Saturday (traffic was horrible) we planned on cooking on the grill only to find out it was charcoal and we had none and had 5 hungry kids. We did leave a bag of charcoal for the next family 😊
Tim H.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Sara S.
9 Jul 2024
Beautiful home!
We had a wonderful week at Expectations Met!! What a beautiful home and perfect location! We especially loved the upper level with the giant open concept room, with its large tv with lots of streaming options, plenty of comfortable seating and attached sunroom. The outdoor area of this home is awesome with a huge pool, newer hot tub, volleyball net and hammock. My only small notes are that the pool could use a light in the pool itself and a safety rail for getting into the shallow end. Other than that this house was perfect and we hope to stay there again another time!!
This property is wonderful, it truly has everything. We absolutely loved it & will definitely be back next year!!
Autumn B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Maura O.
29 Jun 2025
Excellent Beach Week
The house was perfect for my family. Very clean with everything we needed from sleeping to cooking to playing. I highly recommend this rental. I would like to book for summer 2026.
Nice property, well stocked and convenient to the beach. Great pool and hot tub. Beds were super comfortable. I did need to call to have the grass cut.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was an awesome stay! The home was clean, nicely layed out. Very well stocked, comfortable. Will stay again.
Lisa P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2014
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Lisa P.
25 Jul 2016
Our vacation /2016
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This is our 3rd year at this rental. It was wonderful as always. We had extra family guests this year and they loved thus home.
Lisa P.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
William F.
19 Apr 2024
Review
Everything was great. We're returning next year. Minor issue with the Wi-Fi. It requires everyone to re-initialize each time it's accessed.
William F.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Lisa P.
27 Jul 2015
Vacation home
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
A great home! Had a great time. The home is clean, comfortable, and close to everything. The pool is great as well. The only thing it needs is a gas grill. The grill there is very rusty and hard to keep your food from tasting like lighter.
Lisa P.
Verified
4/10 Poor
Mike F.
4 Sept 2020
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good Location, Not Clean
The property is in a good location but was not clean. We spent our entire first-day cleaning so we could feel comfortable. Especially during a pandemic, this was not acceptable.
Amazing Location, Great Price, Great Communication!
Communication was consistent and clear. While we didn't need to discuss anything with the property management during our stay, check-in and check-out instructions were clearly communicated in a very timely manner. The check-in and check-out process was a breeze!
* The location was amazing! Nestled in to a quiet community, with a straightforward walk to the oceanfront. Can't ask for more.
* The property itself was fantastic! Excellent choice of bedrooms, the pool was clean and refreshing, the bottom floor felt like its own apartment, and the top floor was fantastic to hang out in.
Nothing else to add - 5/5 stars, and looking forward to booking through them again in the future.
Our stay at Expectations met was enjoyable and relaxing. Plenty of space to have family meals and play games. Beds were comfortable and the property mgmt company very responsive. S
Location near walking path to beach was convenient.
Karen O.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
6/10 Okay
Susan P.
9 Sept 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Good stay
The location of the house was good… nice short easy walk to beach. The house was a little dated for me, clean on the surface but could use a little bit of a deeper clean and some basic household items replaced. We did love the layout of the house, and the pool was fantastic. Great having a bedroom on the 1st floor.
The house was good, living area on the top floor. The outside needs some upkeep. It rained all week and water got inside multiple times, but nothing unmanageable. Beaches were nice, short walk to the beach.