Seaside stay .At this Whalehead Beach vacation home, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Also, Currituck Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Whale Head Bay is within 2 miles (3 km).
Currituck Beach Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center - 9 min drive - 7.0 miles
Getting around
Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 64 min drive
Restaurants
Dunkin' - 4 min drive
Lighthouse Bagels - 4 min drive
Bernie’s Brother - 4 min drive
Sundogs Raw Bar & Grill - 4 min drive
First Light - 4 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
A Golden Opportunity: Semi-Oceanfront w/Heated Pool, Hot Tub and Across from Beach!
A Golden Opportunity: Semi-Oceanfront home in the Whalehead Beach Community in Corolla with a private heated pool, hot tub and is located directly across from the beach!
Bed Sizes (after new addition is complete): 3 King, 1 Queen, 2 Twins, 2 Bunk Beds
New for 2025: Two new bedrooms along with 3 additional bathrooms will be added along with a new great room with extra seating!
Don't miss this golden opportunity to visit a slice of paradise in Whalehead! Located on a semi-oceanfront lot, A Golden Opportunity is a newly updated 6 bedroom, 6 bath home that is just steps away from the beach. Conveniently located across from the beach access, you and your group will be at the beach with your toes in the sand in no time!
Inside the home, coastal charm and modern amenities blend seamlessly to create the perfect spot for your OBX vacation. The top level of the home offers panoramic views and sun decks allowing you to catch glimpses of the ocean while you sip your morning coffee, or enjoy your meals in the screened porch overlooking the beach. All of the bedrooms are on the mid-level, making them easy to access while giving everyone a quiet place to relax after a busy day of exploring Corolla. Spending time outside on the pool deck will be the highlight of the trip. Enclosed in its own private yard, you'll have access to a large heated pool (pool heat can be added on for an additional fee) along with a hot tub and picnic area, covered by the pergola. Try your skills at a volleyball game with your own private court in the backyard.
LEVEL 1 Carport Fenced Yard - Private Pool, Hot Tub, Pergola, Volleyball Court, Gas Grill
LEVEL 2 Covered Deck - Entry Mid-Level Den Bedroom 1 - King, Private Bath Bedroom 2 - Two Twin Bunk Beds Bedroom 3 - King Bed, Private Bath Bedroom 4 - Two Twin Beds Bedroom 5 - King, Private Bath Bedroom 6 - Queen, Private Bath Shared Bath Laundry Area
LEVEL 3 - Sun Deck Living Area - Deck Access Dining Area - Seating for 16 Kitchen Area - Island Seating for 2 Shared Bath
Exploring the Outer Banks: While in Corolla, you can't miss out on visiting the many shopping, eating and sightseeing options on the north-end of the OBX. Just to the north of the home, you'll find Whalehead Park, which is home to the Whalehead Club which sits right on the sound, perfect for catching gorgeous sunsets over the water. Take a climb up the Currituck Lighthouse and capture views of the Outer Banks from the sky!
Beach Access: Just a quick walk from the home! Head north out of the driveway and cross Lighthouse Drive at Herring Street. The beach access has a cleared dune walkover for easy access.
Heated pools are available Week Prior to Easter through Memorial Day and Labor Day Week through Mid-October. Pools are set at a comfortable 78-80 degrees during the heated season. Please note that for optimal performance, outside temperatures must remain around 60 degrees or warmer. Various weather conditions such as wind speed and direction can affect the heat performance.
No Smoking/Vaping. No Pets Allowed. Private pools open Easter through Columbus Day.
All reservations are offered to purchase travel insurance for an additional 7.75% of your rent and taxes. Please refer to the rental agreement you will be signing to accept or decline this coverage as your refund in the time of cancellation will be dependent on your acceptance in most situations. All guests must sign and return a rental agreement before reservations are confirmed. Payment for travel insurance, if accepted, will be processed upon receipt of this signed agreement.
Standard cancellation policy is: CANCELLATION POLICY and SUBSTITUTIONS - Any changes, including changing dates, switching of properties, or complete cancellations will invoke the cancellation policy. Agent recommends all Renters purchase travel insurance offered at time of booking to protect them in the event of an unexpected event affecting their vacation. Agent cannot offer future credits or immediate refunds for unexpected cancellations due to emergencies regardless of the situation, including but not limited to weather events and acts of God, unexpected illnesses, injury or death, changing of plans, or job loss. Please do not ask. All cancellations are subject to a fifty dollar ($50.00) cancellation fee. Cancellations must be submitted to Agent in writing (email is acceptable). In the event of cancellation, no refund of monies paid will be made unless the Property is re-rented for the same price and time period of this original vacation rental agreement. If the Property is re-rented for a lesser price or time period, the original Tenant will receive a refund for the difference between the originally agreed upon rental amount and the rebooked rental amount as Owner is entitled to receive the full amount of the original rental agreement. Agent will make every effort to re-rent the Property at the full amount. Tenant acknowledges that Agent has full discretion on negotiating rental rates in an effort to get the Property re-rented and make the Owner whole, while also attempting to get the Tenant the highest refund possible.
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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
General
Unit size: 2,208 square feet
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
Rules
All guests must sign and return a rental agreement before reservations are confirmed.
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: Minors are welcomed with accompanying parents
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite 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 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
833842
Frequently asked questions
How close is A Golden Opportunity: Semi-Oceanfront w/Heated Pool, Hot Tub and Across from Beach! to the airport?
This vacation home is 40.5 mi (64-min drive) away from the Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does A Golden Opportunity: Semi-Oceanfront w/Heated Pool, Hot Tub and Across from Beach! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is A Golden Opportunity: Semi-Oceanfront w/Heated Pool, Hot Tub and Across from Beach! to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 1-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches and 1-minute walk from Corolla Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does A Golden Opportunity: Semi-Oceanfront w/Heated Pool, Hot Tub and Across from Beach! offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at A Golden Opportunity: Semi-Oceanfront w/Heated Pool, Hot Tub and Across from Beach!?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at A Golden Opportunity: Semi-Oceanfront w/Heated Pool, Hot Tub and Across from Beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at A Golden Opportunity: Semi-Oceanfront w/Heated Pool, Hot Tub and Across from Beach!?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does A Golden Opportunity: Semi-Oceanfront w/Heated Pool, Hot Tub and Across from Beach! have a pool?
Yes, there's a private pool.
Does A Golden Opportunity: Semi-Oceanfront w/Heated Pool, Hot Tub and Across from Beach! have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is A Golden Opportunity: Semi-Oceanfront w/Heated Pool, Hot Tub and Across from Beach! to downtown Corolla?
This vacation home is 2.2 mi away from Corolla.
A Golden Opportunity: Semi-Oceanfront w/Heated Pool, Hot Tub and Across from Beach! Reviews
Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 38 reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jaimie W.
Apr 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Great time, beautiful house, access to local fun!
Jaimie W.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carolyn W., Albany, New York
Aug 6, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
A true golden opportunity
We absolutely loved this house. The location was amazing. We just crossed the street and were on the beautiful beach. The pool was an absolute delight with so many pool floats, the kids had a blast. The hot tub was a delight as well.
The house was very comfortable and had all the comforts of home. The outdoor shower and
bathroom were an added bonus.
We look forward to a return visit!
Carolyn W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Petrina W.
May 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Oxb
We were pleased with the house.
Petrina W.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brenda A.
Apr 29, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family adventures in Corolla
The house was perfect for us. My husband and I along with our three adult kids and their spouses enjoyed the house immensely. The porch swing was a big hit. Also, the pool and hot tub were used a lot. Cornhole was a big hit with my family. Always love a good competition. I loved walking across our quaint street to the beach.
I felt very comfortable running by myself through the neighborhood in the morning. We had several family bike rides. From our neighborhood we were able to ride our bikes to get ice cream, pizza, or an afternoon Margarita. Great Location!!
Brenda A.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
8/10 Good
Sarah M.
Sep 3, 2022
Amazing location, great space
Overall great and plan to go back but the volleyball has been covered by the retention pond and is NOT going down. Might be best to just fence before that.
Sarah M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
susan b.
Jul 23, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Great house! Perfect location! Board games to play, well equipped kitchen, fantastic pool and back yard area, pool is huge! Great room and kitchen area is amazing with tons of giant windows and lots of balcony seating!
susan b.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tommy F.
Apr 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Love
Awesome property, perfect location. Only thing it lacked was communication. It was next to impossible to get in touch with people. Besides that we had a great week and would definitely stay here again!
Tommy F.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Joel L.
Apr 11, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!
This place was fantastic. Great location and great amenities. My only complaint was that we rented the place because it had a hot tub and they forgot to get the hot tub ready for us. The owner did call (which I appreciated) and owned the problem and had someone come out on Monday and get it set up, so in the end, we were very satisfied. Other than that, a perfect experience and we would definitely rent this place again in the future!
Joel L.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Benjamin H., Arlington, VA
Oct 31, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location, house in Corolla
This was my family's first time in the Outer Banks and we thoroughly enjoyed our time in "A Golden Opportunity." The house was clean, very well maintained, and had all the amenities we could have wanted. The kitchen was very nicely stocked with equipment, etc. The beds were comfortable and in general everything just worked! And the location is great--the view of ocean is perfect and we and our kids made the 10-second walk to the beach multiple times a day. Would stay here again.
Benjamin H.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Dar K.
Oct 22, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Beach Escape
Golden Opportunity exceeded our expectations! It looks exactly like it does on the pictures. The home had everything we needed for a perfect family beach vacation. The neighborhood is very conveniently located near the beach, restaurants and shops. I️ would 100% recommend a stay here.
Dar K.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Christine R.
Jul 22, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation Memories
Beautiful family memories were made here! It was our second time staying at this property. We enjoyed the open living area, back porch, decks with view of beach, and backyard. We also appreciated the upgrade to the master bathroom and porch swing! . Can’t wait to go back!
Christine R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Trish D.
Jun 8, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous ❤️ & perfect
The pictures do not do it justice! Lovely open living space with fantastic views! Comfortably furnished and had everything we needed. We will be back!
Trish D.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020
10/10 Excellent
Vincent S.
Oct 20, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
The house was wonderful! Loved the open concept and beach view! The bathrooms need to be updated!
Great property!
Vincent S.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
10/10 Excellent
Sandy B.
Jul 14, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Picture perfect
The house and location to the beach were perfect. The view of the ocean from the front porch was amazing. We had 4 adults and 5 children in our group and never felt like we were on top of each other because the upstairs living area was so spacious. Everyone had a blast in the pool. The renovations to the house were beautiful. This was definitely one of the best and most memorable beach houses we have stayed in. Wish we were still there!
Sandy B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Christine R.
Jul 8, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Best Vacation Ever
The photos of house were spot on, it even exceeded our expectations! The location and access to beach is wonderful! Great view of ocean from upper deck! We loved the big open upstairs room, decks, pool space. Owners even called to check on our stay! Master bath is small but my husband enjoyed showering in outside shower. We made great family memories here and hope to rent home again!