Three Authors Estate | 46BR Oceanfront

THE THREE AUTHORS ESTATE

A private oceanfront venue on Corolla's 4x4 beach for weddings, retreats and milestone events, where every guest sleeps on site.



THE ESTATE

The Three Authors brings together three neighboring oceanfront estates, The Fitzgerald, The Hemingway and The Mark Twain, on 11 private acres about 2.5 miles into Corolla's 4x4 beach area. Together they offer 46 bedrooms, 42 bathrooms (36 full, 6 half), roughly 25,000 square feet of indoor space and room for up to 102 overnight guests. The whole compound is booked by one group, with no shared spaces and no outside guests. Each estate has its own kitchen, living spaces, heated pool, hot tub and elevator, so wedding parties, family branches or company teams can each settle into their own house while sharing the beach, decks and gathering spaces. LuxStayUSA manages the estate and has coordinated more than 100 weddings and group events at its Outer Banks homes.



AT A GLANCE

- Bedrooms: 46, sleeping up to 102 overnight guests

- Daytime event capacity: up to 150 (102 overnight plus about 50 day guests)

- Pools and hot tubs: 3 private heated pools and 3 hot tubs, one of each per estate

- Kitchens: 3 commercial-grade gourmet kitchens open to outside caterers, plus a kitchenette in The Hemingway

- Ceremony settings: the public 4x4 beach, multi-level oceanfront decks, a covered gazebo and the Captain's Lookout

- Elevators: one in each estate, serving every level

- Parking: 20 to 25 vehicles on site; 4WD or AWD required, with shuttle options

- Internet: gigabit fiber, 500+ Mbps



SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS

THE FITZGERALD - 14 bedrooms, 11 bathrooms

- Level 1: 5 king bedrooms (two pairs share a bath, one has its own), plus the game room, home theater and a half bath

- Level 2: 8 bedrooms with 6 kings, 1 queen and 1 bunk room; the queen, bunk room and one king share a bath, and two kings share another. Family room and laundry

- Level 3: master king suite with whirlpool tub and ocean views, great room, gourmet kitchen, dining area and a half bath



THE HEMINGWAY - 14 bedrooms, 15 bathrooms

- Level 1: 6 bedrooms, including 4 kings with private baths, 1 king with an added twin bed, and 1 bunk room with a shared bath. A handicap-friendly king suite and a whirlpool suite with pool access are on this level, along with the rec room, kitchenette, pool house and cabana half bath

- Level 2: 4 king suites with private baths (one with a jetted tub), large gourmet kitchen, great room, dining area, half bath and oceanfront decks

- Level 3: 3 king suites and 1 queen suite, including a large whirlpool suite, a second family room, wet bar, Captain's Lookout and decks



THE MARK TWAIN - 18 bedrooms, 16 bathrooms

- Level 1: 12 bedrooms with 9 kings, 1 queen and 2 bunk rooms, several sharing Jack and Jill baths, plus the game room, bar area, half bath and laundry

- Level 2: the largest kitchen in the estate with multiple refrigerators, dining area, gathering area, wet bar, media room, half bath and deck access

- Level 3: 5 king suites and 1 queen suite with private baths (two with jetted tubs) and a sitting area

- Reverse osmosis water filtration



For events: bridal suites in The Fitzgerald (Level 3) and The Hemingway (Levels 1 and 3); bunk rooms for children in all three estates; executive suites on The Mark Twain's Level 3 and The Hemingway's Level 3. Every master suite has an ensuite bath for getting ready.



EVENTS

The estate suits weddings, corporate retreats, graduations, milestone birthdays, anniversaries and family reunions. A typical wedding week runs from a Thursday arrival through rehearsal dinner, ceremony and reception to a Sunday farewell brunch, all in one place.

- Event hosting fees start at $5,500, based on event type, guest count and duration

- Up to about 50 day guests may join the 102 overnight guests, for up to 150 in total

- A dedicated LuxStayUSA event coordinator and a complimentary 30-minute planning session are included with every booking

- Bring your own caterers, florists, planners and entertainment, or use our network of vetted local photographers, caterers, florists, DJs and officiants

- Vendor arrivals, setup and breakdown windows, and vendor vehicle logistics are planned with the coordinator before the event

- Beach ceremony permits are coordinated through Currituck County

- Sunday checkouts are preferred from June through August

- For corporate groups, the three estates work as natural breakout spaces, and gigabit fiber supports video conferencing and live streaming

- An additional guest fee applies above 46 guests and appears in your quote

- The setting is secluded, with no adjacent properties within earshot. Quiet hours begin at 10 PM



AMENITIES

- 3 heated pools and 3 hot tubs. Pool heating is included automatically from April 15 to June 15 and from August 15 to October 15.

- 3 great rooms for indoor receptions or bad-weather backup

- Formal dining in each estate, with combined seated dining for 60+, plus outdoor dining areas

- Multi-level oceanfront decks with reception seating for 100+

- Fire pit, outdoor BBQ grills and outdoor bar areas

- 3 wet bars and built-in bar areas

- Home theater seating 20 (The Fitzgerald) and an AV-equipped media room (The Mark Twain)

- 3 game rooms with pool tables, foosball, arcade games and board games

- Piano, sound system with PA capability, and a fitness room

- 3 laundry areas, air conditioning and central heating

- Smart TVs, desks and workspaces

- Private chef services and grocery pre-stocking available

- Dogs welcome, up to 3 per estate, $250 per dog; no cats



LOCATION

The estate sits on Corolla's 4x4 beach, where the paved road ends and Corolla's wild horses roam the surrounding dunes. There are no paved roads, no commercial development and no neighboring resorts in sight, and you have direct access to the public 4x4 beach. Corolla village, with groceries, restaurants and event suppliers, is about 25 minutes south; the nearest major grocery store is about 30 minutes away, so plan to bring supplies or arrange grocery delivery. Nearby: the Currituck Beach Lighthouse, Whalehead Club, wild horse tours, golf, fishing charters, kayaking and paddleboarding on Currituck Sound. Beach bonfires require a permit.



GETTING THERE

- Every vehicle needs 4WD or AWD with at least 7.5 inches of ground clearance. No 2WD vehicles on the beach; towing fees exceed $400

- Satellite parking and shuttle options are available about 3 miles away for guests and vendors without a 4x4. For week-long stays we cover offsite parking fees for up to 9 vehicles

- Lower tire pressure before reaching the beach: Currituck County limits most vehicles to 20 PSI. A free air-down station is at 1113 Village Lane

- Speed limit is 35 mph, and 15 mph within 300 feet of pedestrians or wild horses

- Check the tide (low tide is easiest) and arrive before dark

- Use the private ramp marked "The Three Authors". The Fitzgerald is the first house



GOOD TO KNOW

- Check-in is at 4 PM by keypad; check-out is at 10 AM

- The primary booking contact must be 21 or older; age is confirmed before the booking is approved

- Water comes from a reverse osmosis system with limited daily capacity. Please keep use to about 50 gallons per person per day

- No smoking indoors. No glass, no diving and no pets in the pools or hot tubs; please close hot tub covers after use

- Elevators: do not let children or pets ride unattended

- Travel and event insurance are strongly recommended



SAND, DECKS AND POOL AREA

Outdoor paths, stairs, decks and pool surrounds are cleared of sand periodically, depending on weather, safe access and coastal rules. Wind and storms can bring sand back quickly, so daily removal is not included; let us know if sand blocks access. Wear slip-resistant footwear outdoors, use handrails and do not run. Rinse off sand at the outdoor rinse area, where provided, before entering the home, pool or hot tub, and keep sand out of pools and drains. Do not move furniture or pool equipment. Supervise children, keep pool gates closed and respect barriers. Report hazards right away and stay off the affected area until management clears it. Please share these rules with all visitors.



HOUSE RULES, FEES AND RENTAL AGREEMENT

Every booking requires a signed rental agreement and a $1,500 refundable damage deposit. The agreement sets out the charges below, which keep the home in the condition every guest expects on arrival.

- Unregistered overnight guests: $100 per guest, per night

- Smoking or vaping indoors: $750 cleaning and deodorizing fee

- Moving furniture: $750

- Moving or disconnecting electronics: $750

- Glitter, dye or confetti: up to $1,000

- Late checkout after 10 AM without approval: $500 per hour

- Glass in the pool area (broken-glass cleanup): $1,000

- Moving pool furniture: $500

- Pets in the pool or hot tub: $1,500

- Trash left inside or outside the home: $1,000 additional cleaning

Guests are responsible for any damage to the home during their stay.