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Booking for Summer 2024.Visit OBX! Free beach parking passes!

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Living area
Living Area
Dining Table Seats 8 - Breakfast bar seats 4
Large Kitchen

Overview of Booking for Summer 2024.Visit OBX! Free beach parking passes!

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14242 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Check out the area

Map
Corolla, NC
  • Popular LocationFalse Cape State Park10 min drive
  • Popular LocationSandbridge Beach49 min drive
  • Popular LocationSwan Beach53 min drive
  • AirportNorfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)60 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

3 Single Bunk Beds

4 bathrooms

1st Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd Floor Hall Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd Floor Master

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

3rd Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Booking for Summer 2024.Visit OBX! Free beach parking passes!

Hot to Trot is a vacation home in Corolla 4WD beach (also known as Carova) located in the heart of where the Corolla Wild Horses roam freely. You need a 4WD or AWD vehicle (preferably truck or SUV for ground clearance) to get to the house. Additional reviews on FB Hot to Trot Carova Vacation House.

We are located approx 9 miles from the end of highway 12 at Milepost 21.5 and ACCESSIBLE BY 4WD/AWD ONLY. You will be driving on sand at the end of the paved road. This canal front home is an updated 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom vacation rental that sleeps 14 guests comfortably. The home was remodeled in 2017 and received many additional updates in 2022 and 2023. In 2022, we invested in a charcoal filtration with reverse osmosis water system installed in our home to combat the infamous Carova water. Contrary to previous reviews, the home’s water system has been overhauled and the water quality has been vastly improved. Other recent home updates include new sleeping mattresses, granite countertops, new deck railings, new smart TVs in 3 bedrooms, smart TVs in living room and game room, new bathroom faucets and shower fixtures, new ceiling fans, new kitchen fridge with ice maker, a new microwave and more!

Hot to Trot is located approximately 950 feet to the ocean. Upgraded with luxury flooring throughout, there are 4 bedrooms with queen beds on the 2nd and 3rd floors. On the 1st floor there is a cozy bunk bed getaway with 3 sets of bunk beds to sleep up to 6 guests. Linen service is available for an additional fee or bring your own.

This house is a 2 minute drive to the beach...you can tailgate all day. Get in your 4WD/AWD vehicle and open your trunk and enjoy the day! No need to hand carry your supplies. We provide beach chairs, cornhole boards (bring your own bags) and kayaks during your stay (over $500 in saved costs compared to renting your own items!)

The kitchen is well-stocked with most tools to prepare a gourmet meal! In the great room on the upper level, there is a large dining table and breakfast bar to accommodate guests at meal time. Want to do some outdoor cooking? There is a park style charcoal grill available on the ground level.

At Hot to Trot, there is a fun game room with a pool table and foosball to keep kids of all ages entertained. Want to explore the canals or the Currituck Sound? Borrow any of our 3 kayaks that come with your rental and paddle around- 1 tandem and 2 single kayaks are available to explore the surrounding areas. Bring your fishing poles on vacation to the beach or use them in the canal. You could catch both saltwater fish and freshwater fish. There is even hiking in nearby False Cape State Park. What an adventure!

On the outside of the home, there is seating for outdoor dining and ultimate relaxation. On the ground level, you will find an outdoor shower to wash away the sand from your beach day. If you feel like relaxing at home, there is a private pool and hot tub to soak in the rays. Enjoy the beautiful outdoors on 2 large decks that wrap around the home. You will see wild horses frolicking around the canal and witness breathtaking sunsets from these spacious decks and outdoor seating.

Want to connect with something other than the beautiful outdoors? There is wifi in the home along with 5 smart flat screen TVs. A library of movies is available, along with numerous board games and books.

Come visit Hot to Trot and make memories for a lifetime!

Dogs are considered on a case by case basis. $150 fee per approved dogs. No other pets allowed please.

High chair available. Please make arrangements prior to arrival.

Property manager

Jocely Musial
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack and Play & High Chair upon request

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pending Owner Approval. $150 fee per pet.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Corolla

Located in Corolla, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Corolla, NC

What's nearby

  • False Cape State Park - 10 min drive
  • Sandbridge Beach - 49 min drive
  • Swan Beach - 53 min drive
  • Wild Horse Museum - 59 min drive
  • Currituck Beach Lighthouse - 59 min drive

Getting around

  • Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • Moonrise Bay Vineyard - 192 min drive
  • Carova Beach - 18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Booking for Summer 2024.Visit OBX! Free beach parking passes! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Booking for Summer 2024.Visit OBX! Free beach parking passes! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Booking for Summer 2024.Visit OBX! Free beach parking passes!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Booking for Summer 2024.Visit OBX! Free beach parking passes!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Booking for Summer 2024.Visit OBX! Free beach parking passes! located?

This family-friendly Corolla holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Outer Banks Beaches and False Cape State Park. Corolla Beach and Swan Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S., STURGEON LAKE

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wish I didn't have to leave.
The house was perfect, comfortable and well stocked. The communication with the host was super fast. The beach AMAZING. We saw a ton of horses, some in the yard. We took kayaks through the canal. I LOVE OBX!!! I did only give the "location and neighborhood" 4 stars because there are sand spurs everywhere and they stick to everything, make feet bleed, and are a real pain. Don't let this stop you but be cautious with dogs and children.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

terry l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun in the sun
Perfect location and lots of horses and beautiful sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend!
Great vacation house in a wonderful location on the canal. Whether you want to relax or keep busy with activities, this house has it all! Tailgate or walk to the beach, kayak or fish in the canal, swim in the pool, relax in the hot tub or just lounge one of the decks and enjoy the view. The wild horses are everywhere! We saw them multiple times each day. They even came into the yard multiple times. The owner is wonderful to work with. She will answer any questions instantly. Definitely recommend this house and plan on staying again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful time was had.
Arrived to the house after the drive down the beach, very easy check in process which was provided earlier that day. Great location, great views. The house was decorated very nicely and not to in your face beachy like some other places. Beds were comfortable, kitched was nice and big, with tons of storage and plenty of amenities and tolls to use. Lots of activities to do as well here. Will be back again soon amd I am already looking forward to that. Thanks for the amazing experience!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location!!
It was perfect!! In 4x4 area, on a canal, easy drive or walk to beach! We enjoyed kayaking, fishing in canal directly from backyard. Could take great walks with our dogs! And we saw the wild horses every day! House has everything you need and host was amazing!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jocely Musial

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Why they chose this property

Carova is renowned for its miles of privacy, including clean white beaches, and wild mustangs that roam freely from the ocean to Carova's small residential neighborhoods. Carova's seclusion is easy to explain, as there are no paved roads leading to this vacation spot, just miles of sand tracks that border the Atlantic Ocean. Vacationers who love the beach and don't need all the extra fuss flock to the area in small crowds, soaking up private stretches of beaches, and enjoying the peace and quiet.

Because Carova is literally off the beaten path, it's important to stock up on your beach essentials before you check into your vacation home. Neighboring Corolla features several chain grocery stores for food and beach supplies, and there are even several grocery delivery services that cater to the 4WD areas for vacationers who want to truly relax.

Popular Carova beach activities include:

Lounge under an umbrella or canopy, catch up with friends and family
Sip a beverage and watch the kids play
Throw frisbees, play bocce ball
Wade, swim, surf and body board
Surf fish
Pick up seashells
Take a relaxing walk along the shore
Spot and photograph wild horses

On cloudy days, vacationers can easily take an excursion a few miles off the sand to Corolla and Duck and enjoy an afternoon of shopping, sightseeing at the Currituck Lighthouse and Whalehead in Historic Corolla, and an evening of dining and drinks before heading back home to Carova.

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