Corolla, North Carolina, is situated on the Outer Banks, between the Atlantic Ocean and Currituck Sound. The village is renowned for its wild horses that roam on the Carova and Corolla beaches. It is also famous for Corolla Park, which offers sea views and the historic Currituck Beach Lighthouse with its many historic exhibits. More history can be seen at the Whalehead Club, which was a hunting retreat in the 1920s and has been newly restored, with its original art-nouveau décor. The Currituck National Wildlife Refuge is worth a visit with its hiking trails and bird watching. While exploring the area, stay in comfort in one of the vacation rentals in Corolla, North Carolina, listed below.
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1. Beacon Quarters rental near the beach (from USD 423)
Located in the beautiful beachside community of Beacon Quarters, this vacation rental offers a relaxing getaway for families and friends. It’s just minutes away from the famous Corolla Beach, providing easy access to all sorts of watersports and other fun activities. Guests will also have access to the community pool. The property has two spacious bedrooms that can sleep up to six guests. It’s fully furnished and comes with nice amenities such as several TVs, Wi-Fi, and a well-equipped kitchen.
Top guest reviews
Host:
property manager was very helpfulowner was responsive and helpfuljeannine is great- easy to communicate with and helpfuljeanine was very kind helpful and made our stay seamlessthe unit is very well stocked and jeannine was very responsiveLocation:
the location was the best convenient to restaurants groceries and shoppinglocation was easy for beach shops dining and walking pathvery nice condo in quiet corollai needed a spot that was pet friendly and in a convenient locationperfect place it has everything you need and is close to the tub howe we’re doing in obxCleanliness:
the condo was clean and fully stockedloved the property clean well appointedit was very clean and looked newthe unit was clean and had everything we neededthe cottage was so clean and welcoming and the pool was a plusRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
both bedrooms and the great room had a tvbeds were comfortable and it was furnished with everything we needed to cook meals every night
2. Oceanfront cottage with stunning views (from USD 185)
Treat yourself and your family to a relaxing vacation in this beachfront cottage. It’s a fully furnished home with two bedrooms, a full kitchen, a living room, three full baths, and a deck that offers a stunning view of the sandy beach and the sea. It can also accommodate a family of up to six. Keep in mind, though, that the property is located in the middle of a large sandy area so getting here requires a 4-wheel drive vehicle.
Top guest reviews
Host:
the owner angi was wonderfulanji the owner was extremely responsive - we will be backvery responsive and provided great directions - we had very little trouble finding the propertythe house was amazing with the owners being right across the street ready to help when neededowners put a lot of thought into supplying the items and information needed to have a successful stayLocation:
a lovely comfortable authentic beach house in a great private locationgreat location with view of the dunes and ocean and essentially no neighbors on 3 sidesCleanliness:
clean and orderly upon arrival had everything we needed for the weekRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
comfortable property in a beautiful setting
3. Bright and spacious home next to a large pond (from USD 301)
This beautiful property is great for families and friends looking to have a great time in Outer Banks, NC. It’s close to Corolla Beach and sits on private land right next to a large pond, providing serene nature views from the property’s spacious furnished deck. The home comes with four bedrooms that can sleep a maximum of eight guests. Amenities also include four flatscreen TVs, two gas fireplaces, air-conditioning, high-speed Wi-Fi access, a fully equipped kitchen, and a hot tub.
Top guest reviews
Location:
the location is perfectlocation was great for walking around and shopping in downtown corolla and close to the soundneighborhood is great to walk around and easy to take dog to parkCleanliness:
the house was very clean and beautifully (and uniquely) decoratedbeautifully decorated and very cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
huge vaulted ceilings and a little “look out” room up high perfect for viewing sunsets on the sound
4. Family vacation house (from USD 1972)
This quiet vacation home offers beautiful sunsets and it is located seven blocks from the beach, with shopping a two to three-minute drive away. There are a swimming pool and hot tub and a huge backyard. The house also features three wrap-around decks. A games room is available for guests. The living area features cable TV and a fireplace, while the kitchen comes fully stocked. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. The house is ideal for big family groups as the master bedroom features a king-size bed and sofa bed. The second and third bedrooms both have queen-size beds, bedroom four has a king-size bed and the fifth bedroom has a queen-size bed. In the living area, there are two single beds and a sofa bed. The house has 3.5 bathrooms.
Top guest reviews
Host:
she is quick to answer questions and very helpfulthis home is a treasure because the host is so caringtom was extremely responsive and immediately available throughout our trip to answer any questions we hadi would definitely recommend both this host and the home thanksbut the host was quick at responding and great with their communicationLocation:
great location very privatevery close to all the stores and entertainment spotgreat location to the beach restaurants and storesgreat location walking distance to the beach stores and a few restaurantsgreat roomy house very comfy perfect locationCleanliness:
clean and welcoming - all the rooms were exactly as advertised and well appointedthe house was very clean and had fresh towels on each bed upon arrivalthe place was very nice and cleanthe house is beautiful spacious clean and perfect for entertainingpool was clean and cool for mid day swimming when beach is to hotRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
great views from the breakfast table this place is a winnergreat space lots of room the view from all the decks is incrediblepool and hot tub is great hammock on deck to help relaxthe best features were the high ceilinged living/kitchen space and the large wrap around balconiesthere was plenty of space for my family very comfortable and welcoming decor
5. Mermaid's Escape - Private room in a home
Mermaid’s Escape is a private room in a house named Wook’s Nook, located a few steps from the beach and an easy bicycle ride to the center of Corolla or Currituck Sound. The room features a double bed and a private deck, while the shared bathroom is across the hall. The room features a cable/Smart TV and DVD and guests have access to free Wi-Fi, a hot tub, outside sun decks, the kitchen and common living areas.
Corolla, North Carolina, United States
6.72 km (4.2 mi) from Currituck Beach LighthouseAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
annemarie was a great hostanne marie is very responsive & available for questionsanne-marie was a wonderful and accommodating hostanne-marie is a splendid host and made the experience easy and hassle-freecheck out the dolce vita italian restaurant anne-marie is a great host easy to work withLocation:
the location is perfectquiet neighborhood and super close beach accesscomfortable place with easy access to beachyou wont be disappointed with the locationit's a great place that is super close to the beachRead more reviewsCleanliness:
she had great communication and a very clean househer place is really clean and super cozythe house was really nice and clean and the pictures you see are what is really thereshe communicated well and her house was very clean and comfortablethe bedroom is neat nicely decorated and has towels and a few essentials provided
6. Room in peaceful beachfront home
This king bedroom with en-suite private bathroom has its own access to an outdoor deck with hot tub. The house is located steps from the beach and close to all the entertainment, shops and restaurants of Corolla. The room features cable Smart TV and a DVD player. Guests have access to the kitchen and common areas of the home.
Corolla, North Carolina, United States
6.52 km (4.1 mi) from Currituck Beach LighthouseAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
nice and cosy place thank you we havent met our host at home not even oncethe room was very comfortable & the host superbanne-marie is very accommodating and a great hostwe enjoyed the hot tub and meeting the other guests and host brieflyit's a beautiful place with an extremely friendly and helpful hostLocation:
great place walking distances to beach and close to shops and nice restaurantswonderful location very close to the beach with easy accessit is very close to the beach - an easy walk in the morningclose to shopping/dining and an easy walk to the beachvery quiet & great location from the beachCleanliness:
clean easily reachableclean room great for 2very clean yet the bathroom/bedroom area very smallroom is very clean and privatethe room and the house is very nice and cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
getting beautiful flowers for our roomperfect place for a quick inexpensive get-a-way the lazy daisy is a room within the “wook’s nook” housethe room was clean and had a lovely deck right off the roomwe loved being able to have our own bedroom and bathroom but still sharing the common spacesi booked a room for my father for my wedding weekend and he very much enjoyed his stay
7. Seaside cottage (from USD 300)
This seaside cottage is located on the sound side of the Currituck Club Golf Resort Community. There are a private pool and hot tub available for guests. The garage has been converted into a fun games room and there is a trolley available to take you to the beach. In the area, there are many sports facilities and a fitness center. The living area features a TV and the kitchen comes equipped with everything necessary for daily cooking. Alternatively, enjoy a barbecue by the pool. Sleeping arrangements include two bedrooms with queen-size beds, one with a king-size bed and the fourth with a double and single bed. The cottage has three bathrooms.
8. Cravin Corolla - Oceanside beach cottage
This typical beach cottage has its own private beach around a five-minute walk away. It is also convenient for the center of historic Corolla and the Currituck Lighthouse. The home has a full reaction room with wet bar and pool table and a large screened-in, wrap-around porch. There is a family room with a plasma TV and a well-equipped kitchen and dining area. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. The four bedrooms feature two king master suites with private bathrooms, a twin bedroom and a queen bedroom.
399 meters (0.3 ft) from Currituck Beach LighthouseAccommodates: 16
Minimum Nights: 7
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Top guest reviews
Host:
long stay that made things easier for usThe owner is most responsive to any questions you may haveThe owner was great to work with & answer any questions that I had We hope to vacation here againTheir pool and hot tub were great to have for the kidsWe even caught ghost crabs one night on the beach with flashlightsLocation:
parks and restaurants Loved every minute of renting and vacationing at this locationEasy walk to the lighthouse and Ice Cream ParlorThe lighthouse is within walking distanceYet we never felt secluded because it is in easy walking distant to the shops libraryThere is a great ice cream shop across the streetRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
The kitchen is large enough and has plenty of kitchen pots and pans to work withthe pool is pretty bigThere was plenty to do in the areaIt was a five minute walk down a private/partially shaded road to the uncrowded beachcoffee pot and some of the dining chairs
9. Beacon Villas (from USD 215)
This large duplex family home is located in Corolla Light with easy access to the beaches and an oceanfront pool complex. There are walking trails nearby and the property is close to all the attractions. The lower floor features a bunk room and games room with wet bar and a screened porch. On the main level, a great room with satellite TV opens to a sundeck and covered porch. The kitchen is well-equipped for cooking daily meals.
Top guest reviews
Host:
Very new townhome that was super cleanLocation:
Great location with short walk to beach and to amenitiesThis home was a great choice for a nice little get awayEasy check-in and check-out process Would stay again in a heartbeatCleanliness:
Everything was neat and clean and almost brand new Smartly decorated and pleasant to stay Would stay againRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
Very cute and comfy Each room having its own bathroom was a big plus The kids loved the downstairs area and the hot tub was awesome
10. Luxury villa with hot tub (from USD 274)
The three-story townhome is ideal for families and it is located in the Corolla Light community. The great room features comfortable furniture and a flat-screen HDTV. The kitchen comes equipped with everything a cook could dream of and there is a breakfast bar and dining table available. The back porch features a hot tub for relaxation. The third-floor master suite has two queen beds and a flat-screen TV. There are two master suites on the middle floor with king-size beds and TVs. The lower level features a games room with ping pong and an HDTV. The home has four bathrooms and one, half bath. An Internet connection is also available for guests.
Top guest reviews
Host:
It was nice having such a nice exercise facility and indoor pool along with the beach front complex with horseshoes basketball and shuffleboard for the kids tooThe property was well appointed nicely decorated with a nice size and layoutThis was a great property for the kids and their friendsGreat family stay close to ocean Amenities of resort came with reservation which was really helpful for little onesWe could walk to the beachLocation:
Otherwise great stay and great locationThis home is perfect for a family visiting Corolla and is within walking distance of the ocean sound and various businessesthe lighthouse and several good restaurantsGreat place to stay Has everything you need and perfect location to the beach and restaurantsWe had a great time in N C and the house was nice clean thanksCleanliness:
The house was immaculate and very nicely decoratedThe inside of the house was clean and had enough room for our whole familyRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
The corolla light resort amenities were greatIt didn't appear that the outside of the property was ever cleaned and the outdoor shower was a little grossThe only complaint as other reviewers noted were the amount of spider webs and spiders outside the housethat there is no ping pong table on the lower levelOverall we were impressed with the amount of supplies in the kitchen that were waiting for us as it made cooking meals at home easy
11. Beach home on Currituck Club Golf Course
Enjoy all the amenities that The Currituck Club has to offer in this lovely home, close to beautiful beaches, the golf course and a community pool and clubhouse. The house has an open-plan living and dining area with a fireplace, TV and Internet and a fully stocked kitchen. Watch movies in the evening on the home theatre. The master bedroom and second bedroom both have king-size beds while the third has twin beds. The fourth bedroom has a double and twin beds. There are three bathrooms and one-half bath.
552 meters (0.4 ft) from Currituck Beach LighthouseTop guest reviews
Host:
The owner was great to work with and very responsivepizza & duck donutsthe cleaning lady told us we should not have been given those towels and replaced them with another set of old dirty towelsshe was very responsive whenever we did reach outWe only had to bring beach towelsLocation:
Beautiful house and a great location in CurrituckThe house sits walking distance from the pool on a cul de sacIt has a good quiet location yet is still close to Harris teeter and other amenitiesReally nice place one block from the neighborhood poolThe house was in a wonderful neighborhood and a 5 minute drive to the beachCleanliness:
(we brought sleeping bags and never used them) and bathroomsThe property was in great shape and very cleanWe aren't golfers (yet)The sheets and pillow cases had dirt stains on themThe towels that were left for us were likeRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
The great room is comfortable and suitable for evening board gamesThe bedrooms and baths afford privacy and efficiency for large partiesand it was in the 30s at night)Master bed really squeaked a lotEverything in the club including the pools were still open & the kids were able to enjoy that after a long day exploring
12. Seascape homes
These newly-constructed homes are located in a quiet cul de sac in Monteray Shores, Corolla, within walking distance of restaurants, shops, the beach, grocery stores and the sound. Currituck Light House and a golf course are located 2 miles (3.2 km) from the homes, while the historic restaurants and shops of Duck are 10 miles (16 km) away. Each home has an open-plan living, dining and kitchen area on the second floor. There are three bedrooms on the same floor, one with a king-size bed, one with a queen-size bed and another with bunk beds and two bathrooms. A separate TV and living area is located on the third level with two bedrooms with queen-size beds and one bathroom.
Corolla, North Carolina, United States
4.53 km (2.9 mi) from Currituck Beach Lighthouse
13. Oceanside bed and breakfast room
This bed and breakfast home has a private pool and games room and is located a short stroll from the beaches of Whalehead. The room has its own private entrance with a living area, billiards table and bedroom with king-size bed. The room also features a basic kitchenette, making it more like an apartment than a bed and breakfast room. Guests are welcome to use the pool on the property. Breakfast is served each morning in the dining room or on the deck in fine weather. A TV and free Wi-Fi are provided.
Corolla, North Carolina, United States
4.87 km (3.1 mi) from Currituck Beach Lighthouse
Stay in comfort
Whether exploring the history of the town, lazing on the beach or heading out for a bicycle ride, stay in comfort in one of the many vacation rentals in Corolla, North Carolina, USA.
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