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Ocean Views+Saltwater Pool/Spa 5BR Carova 4x4 Beach Retreat - aka Sweet & Salty
Family-friendly holiday home with outdoor pool and Hot tub
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5 bedrooms 4+ bathrooms Sleeps 14
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Corolla, NC
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Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
1st floor bedroom
2 Queen Beds
2nd floor bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2nd floor bunk room
+1
4 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Bed
2nd floor master
1 King Bed
3rd floor master
1 King Bed
Living Room 1
1 Queen Sofa Bed
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
1st floor bath
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
2nd floor master bath
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
2nd floor shared bath
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
3rd floor master bath
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Mid-level landing bath
Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Ocean Views+Saltwater Pool/Spa 5BR Carova 4x4 Beach Retreat - aka Sweet & Salty
Welcome to Beach Bound, a privately managed 2nd row family beach retreat located at the widest section of the Carova 4x4 beach. Access to the house requires 9 miles of beach driving, appropriate 4wd vehicles only.
Newly built in 2022, our well-equipped beach home features 3 levels with 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, multiple decks for both sunrises/sets, easy beach access (2-3 min walk in either direction), saltwater pool, hot tub, game room, and panoramic ocean views from the kitchen and main living areas. The house sleeps up to 14 guests, with two king master suites each with private bath, walk-in shower and private deck. Up to 2 dogs are permitted with a pet fee.
Amenities and key points include:
A large saltwater pool, hot tub, outdoor shower, gas grille, sea kayak, beach chairs and assorted gear, game room with pool table and shuffleboard, and assorted games and puzzles. Carova is an off-pavement experience and home to wild “Banker” horses of Corolla, who roam freely and visit the house regularly.
Floor by floor:
The top/3rd level offers a primary king master suite and main living areas, including an open fully stocked kitchen and great room with vaulted ceilings, living and dining areas, and half-bath on the landing area as you head downstairs. Enjoy decks on the east and west sides for both ocean and sunset views.
The second/middle level provides the main entryway from the front porch and offers 3 bedrooms, including a 2nd king master suite with private bathroom, a queen bedroom, and a bunk room with 5 beds. The queen and bunk rooms share a full bathroom off the hallway. The laundry is also located on this floor.
The lower/1st level includes a game room with a 6’ pool table, shuffleboard, and queen sofa bed, as well as a 5th bedroom with 2 queen beds and a full bath accessible directly from both the bedroom and game room. This level also provides exits to the pool, hot tub, and all outside areas. Parking is available in the driveway area in front of the house.
We are located in the Northern OBX of NC. Norfolk, VA is the closest airport, approximately 108 miles by car. Map view shows 2 miles to VA border, but the property is only accessible via Rt 12N.
Technical:
Wi-Fi is available on every level, with a Smart TV in the great room, 3rd floor master and 1st floor game room. A Bluetooth speaker is provided in the 3rd floor great room. Reliable cell service is available via a nearby cell tower at the Carova Fire Station.
Newly built in 2022, our well-equipped beach home features 3 levels with 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, multiple decks for both sunrises/sets, easy beach access (2-3 min walk in either direction), saltwater pool, hot tub, game room, and panoramic ocean views from the kitchen and main living areas. The house sleeps up to 14 guests, with two king master suites each with private bath, walk-in shower and private deck. Up to 2 dogs are permitted with a pet fee.
Amenities and key points include:
A large saltwater pool, hot tub, outdoor shower, gas grille, sea kayak, beach chairs and assorted gear, game room with pool table and shuffleboard, and assorted games and puzzles. Carova is an off-pavement experience and home to wild “Banker” horses of Corolla, who roam freely and visit the house regularly.
Floor by floor:
The top/3rd level offers a primary king master suite and main living areas, including an open fully stocked kitchen and great room with vaulted ceilings, living and dining areas, and half-bath on the landing area as you head downstairs. Enjoy decks on the east and west sides for both ocean and sunset views.
The second/middle level provides the main entryway from the front porch and offers 3 bedrooms, including a 2nd king master suite with private bathroom, a queen bedroom, and a bunk room with 5 beds. The queen and bunk rooms share a full bathroom off the hallway. The laundry is also located on this floor.
The lower/1st level includes a game room with a 6’ pool table, shuffleboard, and queen sofa bed, as well as a 5th bedroom with 2 queen beds and a full bath accessible directly from both the bedroom and game room. This level also provides exits to the pool, hot tub, and all outside areas. Parking is available in the driveway area in front of the house.
We are located in the Northern OBX of NC. Norfolk, VA is the closest airport, approximately 108 miles by car. Map view shows 2 miles to VA border, but the property is only accessible via Rt 12N.
Technical:
Wi-Fi is available on every level, with a Smart TV in the great room, 3rd floor master and 1st floor game room. A Bluetooth speaker is provided in the 3rd floor great room. Reliable cell service is available via a nearby cell tower at the Carova Fire Station.
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Return beach parking permits before checkout.
Bag all trash/recycling and secure in outdoor bins to keep wild horses safe.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Corolla
Located in Corolla, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Currituck National Wildlife Refuge and Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, surfing/body boarding and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
Corolla, NC
Restaurants
- Chewbacca - 27 min drive
- Second Thoughts Beach Redoubt - 11 min drive
- Pearl's Bay-Villa - 202 min drive
- Crab Cantina - 196 min drive
- Mermaids Reef Seafood Dump - 18 min walk
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About the host
Hosted by Marty Thompson

My wife, Rhonda, and I live in Raleigh, NC, and we love creating memorable vacation experiences for our guests. Our goal is to clearly share the property’s amenities, set expectations, and give you a true sense of what it’s like to vacation in the Northern Outer Banks of NC. We’re proud to host many returning guests, and it’s our pleasure to make your stay as enjoyable and seamless as possible. We know you’ll love it here!
Why they chose this property
I’ve been visiting my friend Tim’s nearby oceanfront home, Running on Faith (VRBO), for many years. Inspired by those experiences, I decided a few years ago to pursue owning and managing vacation property in the area.
What makes this property unique
What makes our property unique is the serene, private setting along with the beach drive to get here. We feel the location is in a place where you can truly unwind and enjoy nature. The area’s tranquility, combined with the occasional wild horse sightings, makes every stay even more memorable.
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