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Consider a stay at Private Whalehead Beach Retreat - Pool, Hot Tub & 5-Minute Walk to the Ocean! and take advantage of an arcade/games room, laundry facilities and a hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms2600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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About this property

Private Whalehead Beach Retreat - Pool, Hot Tub & 5-Minute Walk to the Ocean!

  • Escape to Crab A Cold One, a beautifully appointed California Contemporary home tucked away on a private 100’ x 200’ homesite in the heart of Whalehead Beach. Surrounded by mature coastal pines and natural maritime forest on three sides, this private Corolla getaway offers the perfect balance of tranquility, comfort, and convenience — all just a 5-minute walk to the beach.
    Designed for elevated coastal living, this spacious 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home features multiple gathering spaces, outdoor amenities, and thoughtful touches throughout for unforgettable family vacations and beach getaways.

    Outdoor Living

    Step into your own secluded outdoor oasis featuring:
    • Private in-ground pool
    • Outdoor shower
    • Hot tub under the stars
    • Outdoor lounging/seating areas
    • Outdoor dining deck
    • Basketball hoop
    • Cornhole & horseshoes

    Whether you're returning from the beach or enjoying a quiet evening poolside, the property offers the privacy and space to truly unwind.
    Spacious, Multi-Level Interior
    Thoughtfully designed for families and groups, the home offers room to gather and create memories.

    Ground Level Entertainment Spaces

    • Game room with foosball and pool table with ping pong topper
    • Separate media/lounge room with 65" Smart TV and full size sleeper sofa
    • Full bath

    Mid-Level: 4 Bedrooms

    • Private King with an ensuite and private deck access
    • Additional King bedroom
    • Queen bedroom with Twin XL trundle
    • Full-over-Full bunk room
    • Full bathroom

    Main Living Level

    The top-level great room features an open-concept layout with vaulted ceilings, natural light, and seamless indoor-outdoor living.

    The fully equipped kitchen includes extras such as:

    • Keurig & Drip Coffee Makers
    • Air fryer
    • Toaster
    • Crockpot
    • Blender
    • Griddle
    • Ice cream maker

    Step outside to the dining deck — perfect for morning coffee among the pines or sunset dinners after a day at the beach.

    Loft & Terrace
    A cozy loft lounge with Smart TV and full size sleeper sofa opens onto an upper terrace with additional outdoor seating, creating another inviting space to relax and recharge.

    Prime Corolla Location

    Perfectly situated near Corolla’s most sought-after attractions:
    • Whalehead Club
    • Currituck Beach Lighthouse
    • Historic Corolla Village
    • Nature trails and 4WD beaches of Carova to see the Wild Horses
    • Shopping, dining, and grocery stores at Tim Buck II and Monteray Plaza

    Additional Details
    • 5-minute walk to Sturgeon beach access with lifeguard
    • Beach chairs & umbrella
    • Cooler & beach bag
    • Beach toys
    • Welcoming gift
    • Propane & charcoal grill
    • Outdoor front door camera
    • No parties allowed
    • Must be 25 to rent
    • Sunday-to-Sunday rental

    Sleeping Arrangements:
    2 Kings | 1 Queen + Twin XL Trundle | 1 Full-over-Full Bunk | 2 Sleeper Sofa

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Griddle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 453 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Cleaning. Please leave the property tidy. All dishes washed and put away, all food removed from the Refrigerators

All trash removed from the home, all beds stripped of sheets and pillowcases only, and comforters and shams put back on all beds, floors swept, and BBQ grill cleaned prior to departure.

Bed linens put back in the container and left on the front steps. Turn off all lights when you leave, leave thermostats at 72.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Pets are not allowed on the furniture Pet hair must be cleaned prior to check out - Excessive pet hair will result in a additional cleaning fee

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total (up to 453 kg per pet)

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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Whalehead Beach, a neighbourhood in Corolla, is home to this holiday home. 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 wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Corolla Beach and Currituck National Wildlife Refuge. Travelling with kids? Consider Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Corolla Raceway. Visit our Corolla travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A lighthouse surrounded by dense forest, with a sunset over a calm body of water and distant shoreline.
    Currituck Beach
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A tall brick lighthouse with a small house at its base, surrounded by trees and grass.
    Currituck Beach Lighthouse
    2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Two horses on a beach with the ocean in the background.
    Corolla Beach
    3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Whale Head Bay
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Whalehead
    3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    126 min drive

Restaurants

  • Salty Rim
    3 min drive
  • Nelly's Sand Bar
    6 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    6 min drive
  • The Kind Cup
    3 min drive
  • Agave Roja
    6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Whalehead Beach Retreat - Pool, Hot Tub & 5-Minute Walk to the Ocean! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Private Whalehead Beach Retreat - Pool, Hot Tub & 5-Minute Walk to the Ocean! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Private Whalehead Beach Retreat - Pool, Hot Tub & 5-Minute Walk to the Ocean!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Whalehead Beach Retreat - Pool, Hot Tub & 5-Minute Walk to the Ocean!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Whalehead Beach Retreat - Pool, Hot Tub & 5-Minute Walk to the Ocean!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Whalehead Beach Retreat - Pool, Hot Tub & 5-Minute Walk to the Ocean! located?

Located in Whalehead Beach, this family-friendly Corolla holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Corolla Beach and Currituck Beach. Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Whale Head Bay are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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