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"Parked In The Sand"Corolla 4x4 beach house Ocean views/Wild Horses/Pet friendly

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Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Corolla, NC
  • Corolla Beach
  • Currituck Beach
  • Wild Horse Museum

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About the neighborhood

Corolla

Close to the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Outer Banks Beaches and Currituck National Wildlife Refuge. Corolla Beach and Currituck Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 159 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Uncle Ike's Sandbar & Grill - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Corolla Pizza & Deli - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Cosmo's Pizzeria - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪The Corolla Beer Garden - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Ned's Ice Cream & Convenience - ‬29 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.

"Parked In The Sand"Corolla 4x4 beach house Ocean views/Wild Horses/Pet friendly

OFF SEASON DISCOUNTS NOW AVAILABLE!!
Have you ever wanted to drive miles of beach, along the ocean to a secluded neighborhood that is only accessible by sand roads? If you answered YES then this is the property for you!! FOUR WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLE IS REQUIRED!

This Carova beach oasis beach house sits in the heart of the 4x4 beach. Drive approximately 3 miles up the coast line. Along the way you may even see some of the wild horses taking an afternoon stroll to the water. When you arrive park in the sand and enjoy your stay!!

This beach home is 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom with many amenities to make your stay as relaxing as possible. Start your day with a beautiful sunrise, with a cup of coffee, on the upper deck overlooking the the backyard and views of the ocean. End your fun filled day with a sunset from the hot tub located on the second level deck. Even better, take a seat in the hammock swings under the house and relax to the breeze of the ocean. Take a short walk to the beach or stay at the house and enjoy all things outdoor, like volleyball, badminton or even a game of cornhole! Sports not your thing? No problem your definitely are going to enjoy the screened in porch!! This space is an oasis itself. With plenty of seating its the perfect afternoon relaxation spot! With an open interior that feels just like home, this beach house is bound to make you wanna stay forever!

This property is completely ready to give you and your family a fun filled week at the beach! The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel kitchen aide appliances, dishwasher, coffee maker, crock pot, blender, pots and pans and all kitchen utensils a cook could need! What's better than a fully stocked kitchen?! The Livingroom really steals the show in this property. The big glass sliding doors overlooking the amazing beach views is the perfect amount of natural light. Sit and read a book or enjoy one of the flat screen smart TVs throughout each room of the home. These TVs offer all your streaming services. If its raining outside, don't worry, there are plenty of games like uno, and checkers for your enjoyment. The decks are equipped with chairs and tables to enjoy the views from as well as a large hot tub! Be sure to rinse off all that beach sand in the outdoor shower located under the home! In this 1800 square feet beach house your bound to find something fun to do at "Parked in the Sand."

FOUR WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLE IS REQUIRED to get to this home! (All wheel drive vehicles will not make it to this home) Please be advised we recommend airing down your tire pressure to 20PSI. This will help give you traction in the sand. Please don't skip this step. Towing fees on the beach are very expensive and there will be nothing we can do to help with that. Corolla historic park has a free air up/down area for your convenience. This is located at 1160 Village lane Corolla, NC just a couple miles from the entrance of the beach access.


BEACH PARKING:
Parking passes for the beach are required on Currituck County beaches between April 30th- October 1st. This home provides two passes. These are located in the welcome binder inside the home. These MUST be returned to the binder before checking out.

Please note:
There are three security cameras on the outside of the home. A ring doorbell at the main door, one camera facing the backyard/ocean and one camera on the driveway. These cameras are not viewing any part of the inside of the home, hot tub or decks.

Property manager

Melina Parker

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Never to be left unattended in home.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is "Parked In The Sand"Corolla 4x4 beach house Ocean views/Wild Horses/Pet friendly to the airport?

This vacation home is 100.3 mi (159-min drive) away from the Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does "Parked In The Sand"Corolla 4x4 beach house Ocean views/Wild Horses/Pet friendly have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is "Parked In The Sand"Corolla 4x4 beach house Ocean views/Wild Horses/Pet friendly to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 5-minute walk from Outer Banks Beaches and 3.1 mi (38-min drive) from Corolla Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does "Parked In The Sand"Corolla 4x4 beach house Ocean views/Wild Horses/Pet friendly offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at "Parked In The Sand"Corolla 4x4 beach house Ocean views/Wild Horses/Pet friendly?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at "Parked In The Sand"Corolla 4x4 beach house Ocean views/Wild Horses/Pet friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at "Parked In The Sand"Corolla 4x4 beach house Ocean views/Wild Horses/Pet friendly?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does "Parked In The Sand"Corolla 4x4 beach house Ocean views/Wild Horses/Pet friendly have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does "Parked In The Sand"Corolla 4x4 beach house Ocean views/Wild Horses/Pet friendly have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is "Parked In The Sand"Corolla 4x4 beach house Ocean views/Wild Horses/Pet friendly to downtown Corolla?

This vacation home is 4.6 mi away from Corolla.

"Parked In The Sand"Corolla 4x4 beach house Ocean views/Wild Horses/Pet friendly Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandon L.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were very pleased with the home. The owner, Melina, is very nice and responsive to messages via VRBO app. Our group consisted of 3 couples and a mini poodle and the house worked well for our group. It did have a nice ocean view from the top level, much better than we were expecting. We plan to return in the future.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was everything we wanted and more. Quiet and secluded but accessible to shopping and other activities. The horse came by almost everyday. The road in was memorable and fun. The home had just about every kitchen item imaginable. We lacked for nothing during our stay here. Will come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wild!

This was such a thrilling experience for our suburban family! Lowering our tire pressure, driving on the sand...right next to the Atlantic Ocean, wild horses on the beach, in the neighborhood, in the yard!!!!! This was truly a departure of our everyday existence and we are grateful for the mems! House was beautiful, comfortable, and well-equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti K.

Liked: Cleanliness

A little slice of Heaven

Our first trip to OBX was EXCELLENT thanks to Melina and family. The house was truly amazing and stocked with everything you need to enjoy much needed family time! Thank you for opening your house to us and being so attentive to anything we asked. We enjoyed everything about it!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karlene G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

It was exactly what we were expecting. Everything was seamless and the host was wonderful to work with.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nic K.

Liked: Cleanliness

A delightful stay

Even with less than ideal weather, it was a beautiful stay. The house was immaculate and the scenery perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

Liked: Cleanliness

End of summer stay was perfect

Property exactly as listed. Gorgeous location, well stocked house. Property owner very responsive and informative. She called us to make sure we were prepared for the tropical storm coming. Very considerate. Horses in neighborhood daily. Beach was perfect even with rip currents. Everything you could need for the beach is at this house. Just wonderful. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

As advertised

This property is exactly as advertised by the photos and description, and it is made even better by the owners, Melina and Corey. Melina is quick to respond to any questions or concerns. The four bedrooms are spacious and comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked with eatery and cutlery and the screened patio dining area is perfect for enjoying the outdoors at night even if the weather or bugs don’t cooperate. Wild horses visited the property almost daily. For a property that invites pets, you would never know there were animals at the house. The property keeps a secluded charm while also being conveniently located adjacent to a beach access road that made walks to the beach and bringing the loaded truck down to the water very easy. Plenty of beach chairs and umbrellas are provided as well as boogie boards and beach games. Our family enjoyed the stay at Parked in the Sand very much and would recommend booking a stay in Corolla at this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceeded our expectations; perfect family getaway

The house was absolutely perfect for our family. We had always wanted to stay at Carova - the location and accommodations exceeded our expectations. Very clean, great size, set up really well - felt like we were at home. We had horses on the property pretty much every day. Amazing communication from the hosts throughout the process. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheri R.

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect family vacation!!!

We cannot say enough good things about Melina and the Parked In The Sand rental!! The home exceeded our expectations! We enjoyed sitting on the porch in the mornings and evenings with only the peaceful sounds of the crashing waves and horses passing through. The house was equipped with the all essentials of home and then some! This was our first time staying on the 4x4 beach and we all said we would definitely come back and at stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful mornings and days filled with horses, sun and ocean😎

We had an amazing stay with 7 adults. Kitchen was well stocked, beds comfortable and pets allowed was a plus. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer retreat

Property was excellent! We had a great week despite the iffy weather. Loved the house and staying on the 4x4 beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lawral S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful family vacation

We had a wonderful time at the property (grandparents/daughter/grandkids). The kids loved being so clean to the beach, and with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms there was plenty of room for all. Everyone enjoyed the hot tub and grandma and grandpa especially enjoyed sipping coffee while watching the sunrise from the 3rd floor deck. The kitchen has all the equipment and appliances needed to cook whatever meals you want and we used the giant pot to make a delicious seafood boil while there. The home is comfortable and very nicely decorated and inviting. The teens with us appreciated having WiFi and TVs in each bedroom. The host Melina was so helpful and patient with answering all our questions. Please do heed the advice and be sure you have 4WD vehicle with good clearance - with the number of vehicles being towed out of the sand, the towing company was doing a brisk business! Even the preteen & teen with us said they weren’t bored and want to stay here again, which is high praise from them.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend getaway!!

We thoroughly enjoy the 4x4 section of Carova, and this house exceeded expectations for our stay! Communication with the home owners was easy. We appreciate being able to book a beach house for less than a week with flexible check in/check out dates. This is one of the only properties we’ve seen that lets you do that! The house was clean, well-maintained, well-stocked and had working appliances. We had a very relaxed stay and are looking forward to our next trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

Liked: Cleanliness

More like staying at a friend’s house

I thought I’d have a good time and enjoy my stay at this lovely beach house, but the house and Melina far surpassed my expectations! I think this house was the cleanest rental I have stayed at in the 10+ years of renting homes. And there was plenty…. Plenty of hot water, towels, dishes, beautiful views, you name it. It was more like staying at a friend’s house than a rental! I had a little trouble figuring out the electronic door lock when I arrived (my first time using that particular one) but Melina answered my call right away and talked me through it. Apparently there had been a rain storm and power outages before I had arrived and the internet/WiFi wasn’t working but once again, Melina picked up right away and together we and the service provider figured it out quickly. I cannot say enough positive things about my stay. Wonderful!! 10 ⭐️ Thanks, Melina! I hope to return again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise in the Sand

This house every single thing to make your visit relaxing. Games, hot tub, comfortable beds, cozy couches, and the kitchen is so well thought out and stocked. They even have a waffle maker! And no need to search for the wild horses!! They visited the house every single day! Thank you to the owners for sharing your wonderful home with us! 💕
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect quiet getaway parked in the sand!

We absolutely loved the home. It was stocked with everything we could want. It was decorated beautifully and situated at a perfect location in the 4x4 area. Directions were perfect! The Host Melina was so helpful and polite! Can’t wait to stay at Parked in Sand again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin P., Johns Creek, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Fun

We had a great family vacation at Parked in the Sand. The kids loved the off road experience to get to the house, and we all enjoyed seeing the horses around the house in the morning. The house had everything we needed and the kitchen was very well stocked. Melina was great about recommending kid friendly things to do and local places to eat.This was our families first trip to the OBX, but it definitely won’t be our last. Thanks for letting us enjoy your wonderful house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

We had a fabulous vacation! Been staying on the 4x4 for a number of years and never stayed several rows back, and it totally worked!! There was 9 of us in our party, and the house was a great size! Easy access to the beach whether walking or using the provided beach passes. Covered porch is fantastic, views from upstairs, hot tub was fresh. Once you stay here you’ll want to come back again and again! The Owner is incredibly attentive, accessible, and friendly. Well done!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenn B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Five Star Accommodations!

This vacation home is absolutely perfect! Extremely clean… Beautifully decorated. The kitchen is equipping with everything you need and more! All new appliances and plenty of space to prepare meals. Every room was very cozy and comfortable. Beds are extremely comfortable too! Very nice towels and bedding! My family could not get enough of the corn hole and card games. We spend every evening on the screened in porch off of the kitchen playing games and every morning having coffee there too!! Absolutely perfect place to relax and visit with one another. Very nice hot tube on the second floor deck. Very close to the beach. Beautiful views of the ocean. Very easy walking distance but can definitely drive 4X4 right up to beach if desired. The host provides beach park pass which is amazing too! The hosts communication was superb! They checked in regularly to see if we needed anything and went above and beyond the night we arrived. We arrived after dark and needed some guidance on entering the beach to drive to the home. So very helpful!! They even called to make sure we made it there safely! The nicest kindness hosts we have ever encountered and we have been to the OBX many times!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely Amazing in EVERY way!

WOW!! This is a beautiful home, in a beautiful area with an amazing beach with sand dunes and roaming wild horses all around you! No words could do it justice. The house was even more amazing in person than the pics show and we could see more of the ocean than expected. It was so nice that the hot tub was not under the deck too so we could see the stats at night! Horses came either in our yard or down our road EVERY day!! They are beautiful and it is so cool that they are the descendants of the Spanish wild mustangs from the 1500s 😱🐴 The grill, volleyball net, hammock chairs, beach chairs, corn hole, board games and all of the extras made this trip even more fun and convenient! The screen porch with the battery operated candles made for a romantic, peaceful, fun place to eat dinner and it also was a great place to eat lunch as we watched the horses approach! It was also a great place to play games! The house decor is beautiful and comfortable and you will have EVERYTHING you need esp in the kitchen, which means a lot to these foodies! Our trip started off with a first time drive on the beach, and it was fun driving on the sand! We immediately saw horses on the beach 🙌 We then unloaded our stuff at the house to find a very thoughtful and yummy present in the fridge - a charcuterie box with a sweet note that was delish and the snacks took the edge off so we could head to the beach for awhile. What a very nice idea! It was gourmet and so yummy! I own a house at Holden Beach, NC and i grew up going on vacations to Hilton Head. I LOVE them both still, but i think this was my fav vacay yet and this place is AMAZING!! We had so much fun and both my teenagers told me how good i did finding this place! They thanked me every day and i got many hugs, esp when the horses came in our yard for over an hour and they went under the house/through the garage area! If you have teenagers, or know one, then you understand how great this was and felt lol! We made many great family memories from shell collecting, fun beach days, horse watching, relaxing in the hot tub, fishing, grilling our catch as we played cornhole and volleyball, eating delicious candlelit dinners on a beautiful screen porch w a beautiful setting of sand dunes and beach in front of us listening to the ocean waves, and many more! I could go on for days about how great and nice the owners are and how easy they made everything. They left nothing to be desired-unless they want to sell their home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022