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WH971- Oceanside, 4 Bedrooms, Private Swimming Pool, Hot Tub & Dog Friendly!

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Living area
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Corolla Beach
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer

Explore the area

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Corolla, NC
  • Place, Corolla Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Currituck Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Whale Head Bay
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    ‪81 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

WH971- Oceanside, 4 Bedrooms, Private Swimming Pool, Hot Tub & Dog Friendly!

Whales are known to teach, learn, cooperate and are involved in social conduct, emotions, judgment, and theory of mind. It is thought that only one hemisphere of the whale's brain sleeps at a time, so that they rest but are never completely asleep.

Rest, relax and rejuvenate at “Whale Watch West” and wrap yourselves with a warm, welcoming atmosphere and creative design. Awesome decks provide an advantage to choose whether to sunbathe or be “made in the shade”.

Positioned on a corner lot, only 450 feet to the beach, lovely juniper interiors, panoramic ocean views and four comfortable bedrooms will only add to your contentment.

Socialize, soak and soothe tense muscles in the 6 person hot tub before an evening of entertainment from your TV, video library, adult/kids books or various board games.

This home is a perfect selection for 2 families and Fido too!

Property Bedding: 2 Queens, 3 Twins, 1 Dou-bunk.

Top Level:
Kitchen
Dining Area
Living Area
Full Bathroom
Two decks- West and South

Mid Level:
Northeast Bedroom with Queen with screened porch access
Northwest Bedroom with Twins
Full Hall Bath
Southeast Bedroom with Queen with screened porch access
Southwest Bedroom with Dou-bunk and a twin
Full Hall Bath
Laundry Closet with Washer and Dryer
Sitting Room
Screened porch and entrance steps/deck

Ground Level:
Outside Shower
Fish Cleaning Table
Storage
Entry

2026 Pool Dates are April 25th to October 17th.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3756220
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 deadlock

About the area

Corolla

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Whalehead Beach, a neighbourhood in Corolla. Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Whalehead are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars and Corolla Raceway. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Pine Island Racquet & Fitness Center, or consider a night out at The Village Table & Tavern. Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Corolla, NC

What's nearby

  • Corolla Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Currituck Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Whale Head Bay - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Wild Horse Museum - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center - 10 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bernie’s Brother - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sun Fish Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Northern Lights Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Bagels - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does WH971- Oceanside, 4 Bedrooms, Private Swimming Pool, Hot Tub & Dog Friendly! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is WH971- Oceanside, 4 Bedrooms, Private Swimming Pool, Hot Tub & Dog Friendly! pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at WH971- Oceanside, 4 Bedrooms, Private Swimming Pool, Hot Tub & Dog Friendly!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at WH971- Oceanside, 4 Bedrooms, Private Swimming Pool, Hot Tub & Dog Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WH971- Oceanside, 4 Bedrooms, Private Swimming Pool, Hot Tub & Dog Friendly!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is WH971- Oceanside, 4 Bedrooms, Private Swimming Pool, Hot Tub & Dog Friendly! located?

Located in Whalehead Beach, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Corolla Beach, Currituck Beach and Whale Head Bay. Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars and Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 54 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for our crew, short walk to the beach, nice Pool!

We had a great week at Whale Watch, can't wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2025
Thank you for the fantastic feedback! We're so glad to hear you had a great week at Whale Watch. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another memorable stay!Safe travels until then!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is definitely older but very quaint and a really unique design. Has a cabin feel to it that we liked. It had everything we needed for a really nice vacation. . The house is very close to the beach with a view if the ocean so you can watch the sunrise from the deck. The only less positive comment is that you have to pick up the key code ar the Duck office no earlier than your check-in time. So, with weekend traffic it means another 45 minutes to an hour before you can actually get in the house. It would make more sense to just text the key code so you don’t have to stop in Duck. Otherwise everything was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We're delighted to hear that you appreciated the unique cabin feel and the convenience of being close to the beach with a great view. Your feedback about the key code pickup is valuable, and we'll certainly consider it for improving the check-in process. We're glad you had a nice vacation, and we hope to welcome you back for another stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brittney S.

Great Family Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: we had a wonderful week long vacation here. the house was beautiful with a nice yard for our dogs to enjoy. just steps from the beaching making it convenient with having 2 young kiddos. plenty of games of uno were played in the 3rd floor living room. so many decks so you never miss a sunrise or sunset! the pool was perfect and the hot tub was a nice way to relax at the end of the night.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2023
Britteny: Thank you for the wonderful review. The Carolina Shores family loves feedback on our homes. We are so pleased you, the kiddos and the pups enjoyed the stay. Hope to see you in the 2024 Season
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Great Week at Whale Watch West

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our second stay at this property. We treat the homes we rent as our own.We even dismantled a broken lamp and reassembled it properly so it now doesn't wobble.We feel at home and comfortable here.The new flooring was welcomed. This house has everything you need and the location is fantastic.We appreciate all the amenities at an affordable price. We will be back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Medford, NJ

Perfect week!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My husband, adult daughter, golden retriever, and I had a wonderful week at Whale Watch West! The location was just awesome— when you walk out the driveway onto the pedestrian walkway, you’re just steps to the beach access. The house is roomy and comfortable, although a bit dated, but that didn’t bother us. It had nice outdoor spaces, including several decks and the pool and hot tub area. We’ve rented many different houses in Whalehead over the years, and this is one of the best locations we’ve stayed. I definitely recommend it—it’s a lot of value for the money!
Archival

8/10 Good

Whalewatch West Review

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have rented for 50 years on the Outer Banks. This experience was average in comparison to past rentals. Some minor and major improvements are needed.There are urine stains on the top floor and steps. The furniture is extremely dated. The overall cleanliness inside was almost below average. Coffee pot small and broken. Plumbing leaking under carport and house from bathrooms. Pool gate was dragging on hinges.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2022
Dear Susan Thank you for reviewing Whale Watch West. I have shared your concerns with the homeowner and she has already begun correcting the items mentioned. We are certain you will find this great OBX vacation home warm and inviting on your next visit.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Our 8th time at Whale Watch West.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The area is amazing. The house is conveniently located.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Robert (Rob) O.

Another great stay at WWW

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our second year in a row renting this house. It was perfect for our family of 6 plus our dog and we definitely could have included 2 or 3 more comfortably. Such a short walk to the beach and very private yard. We have secured next year as well.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Robert (Rob) O.

Nice private yard/pool area

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house for our family of 6 and dog. Super location, close to the beach and shopping. Nice private yard and pool area. Clean inside and out.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Kiersten K.

4th time staying here.

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: 4th time staying at this property. Property was not cleaned upon early check in. Furniture is broken and extremely outdated. The location is close to beach and the pool is big enough for a decent size family.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rest and Relaxation for 2 weeks at Whale Watch West

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: 2 weeks of lovely weather and a short visit from sister and brother-in-law.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Original Corolla charm.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Love the house. Built not that long after 12 was paved in the 1980’s. Great location. We’ve rented 5 or 6 times now and will be back!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2023
Donald, Thank you for the review. Whale Watch has been a long standing home that brings great joy and vacations to families. The home gets more charm and charisma with age but still feels like it is new. Looking forward to your return in 2023.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Kiersten K.

3rd time staying here

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful view. Very close to ocean. House could use some updated furniture and lights. Beds are comfy. Love that it is dog friendly.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jason P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Value, But Don't Expect Luxury

I will attempt to be fair and objective without injecting opinion here, based on categories that most people look at.... VALUE: Excellent - pricing is more than appropriate, based on the location/convenience factor alone. Whalehead Beach (north end) is literally a 2 minute walk away since this property borders the Perch boardwalk. Pool and hot tub are added bonuses. 4 beds and 3 baths is more than sufficient for a decent sized group (party of 9). CAROLINA SHORES: Dealing with the rental agency was great. They are very proactive and actually do a lot of reaching out to you at each step of the process before you reach out to them, which, if you're busy, this is very helpful. Check-in was easy, we got to the office in Duck between 4 and 5pm and had no issues. HOUSE: I hesitate to assess the house, but feel it should be done, since the photos don't tell the entire story. House is one of the oldest (original to the neighborhood) as you can probably tell from the photos. Nothing special to look at, but we don't care. It has clearly not been updated perhaps even since it was built which appears to have been in the 80s. We don't care about style/decor so much (it definitely has more of a cottage/camp kind of a feel), but the design of some parts of the house is poor in terms of functionality. Bedrooms have very few ceiling light fixtures, the switches pretty much just turn on weak lamps in the rooms (except one BR which has a ceiling fan). Annoying, but not the end of the world. Bathrooms have awful/very dated lighting so if you're a man wanting to shave, it's pretty tough seeing your skin well enough to do a good job. If you're a lady wanting to do makeup that would probably be a challenge as well, but I wouldn't know. Shower liners had mold on them, not covered in it, but certainly enough to make it very obvious. I'll never understand why it is NOT building code in some areas to require bathroom fans for ventilation of the humidity caused by showers, which ultimately causes mold. This is one such place - no bathroom fans to vent the humidity. Other than this, there were several other minor things, including the basketball hoop not being functional, which was a drawback for my basketball playing kids - it looked as if someone backed into it so it was leaning back too far to use. Kitchen floor is way out of level, cabinetry is hurting pretty bad...etc, etc. Overall though, excellent good value and I do recommend if this is very important to you.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

5th time at Whale Watch West

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed here 4 times before this year and love the location. The house is on the older side but it’s perfect for our needs. My only complaint is that it needs a deep cleaning. Carpets, dusting of spider webs, outdoors, etc. I’m sure it’s hard to keep up on this as it was the end of the rental season and it sounds like it was a VERY busy year in Corolla. The rental company is responsive to any issues and is part of the reason we come back year after year. Can’t wait to come down next year!
Verified

8/10 Good

alana h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Famcation 2021

Ok, where to start? Umm… there are lots of things I like about this property, but I want to mention a few things that could be problematic to others. There are lots of stairs to this property and the beach, which isn’t a problem for me, but it was a little hard on the elderly family members. The week was really hot! You have to watch out for the upper deck, as the coating gets crazy hot! There were some things not in working order, but we’re resolved before we left. The photos and description on here are not updated. The pool was AMAZING!!!! After a hot day at the beach, I enjoyed relaxing in the cool pool. Made friends with a fox and got to see turtles hatch on the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Home Away from Home at Whale Watch West!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: After years renting Carolina Shores rentals for two weeks every summer, we seem to have spent them at Whale Watch West the most often, and we plan to continue doing the very same. The house is well appointed with plenty of space. Family members visited for most of our second week, enjoying the terrific weather with us. The beach is nearby and accessible; Whale Watch West has its own pool as well, and there are plenty of shops, restaurants and local history nearby to explore. See you next year!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

Wonderful Weeks at Whale Watch West

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have been renting this property for many years. We are never disappointed. It is close to beach access and the pool is just the right size.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stasia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything you could want in a beach house!

House was spacious and clean. Beds were comfy. We found beach chairs and toys, plus a pack-and-play for the baby. The beach was a three minute walk. Pool was clean with surrounding chairs. We loved the house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had no complaints, we loved the place!

From booking to checkout was simple and everyone I dealt with was helpful and pleasant. We truly had a relaxing vacation. The house was everything we could have asked for, and the location was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our week!

Lovely
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

angela b.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Location & Amenities

Location to the beach and Corolla is super convenient (although, be aware that at high tide there is little to no beach in this area). The layout of the house is great for two couples or families. All the amenities are a great addition and make this a super place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

2 Weeks at our Favorite Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our place to recharge our batteries, catch up on reading and other personal projects, enjoy the pool, walk the dog through the local scenery, enjoy the beach, of course, and deal with whatever Mother Nature brings - this year the weather was mostly very warm and beautiful; Tropical Storm Isaias arrived a couple of days after we were back home. Definitely looking forward to next summer's visit!
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2022
Dear Robert Thank you so much for the wonderful review of WHALE WATCH WEST! We are delighted you find this home the place to re-charge each year. See you next summer!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

The house was convenient to the beach. It had all the amenities you could ask for. We did not want to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Two weeks at Whale Watch West

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our 14th stay at WWW! Gorgeous weather this year!

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