OCEANFRONT, 4-wheel drive area, Wild Horses, Ocean Views! 4x1662, Dolphin Watch - Vacation rental home in Corolla, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 9
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

IMPORTANT BOOKING NOTES/ LEASE AGREEMENT/ ADDITIONAL OPTIONAL FEES: Please read the RENTAL AGREEMENT during the booking process. Immediately after booking you will receive an e-mail with instructions to electronically sign your lease agreement to complete your reservation. We offer travel insurance to all guests as an option to purchase at that time. There may be additional optional costs charged to your reservation that may not be able to be listed on this site (examples: pet fee, pool heat, early check in, security deposit, special events, etc ).

Located in Corolla/ 4 Bedrooms/ 2 Full Bathrooms
Accessible by 4x4 only! Dolphin Watch is charmingly located just 3 1/2 miles from the end of the paved road in the Swan Beach area. You will savor unobstructed ocean vistas from both levels. Plenty of decks and screen porch ideal for appreciating the out of doors. Walk out your door to the Atlantic Ocean and walk on the peaceful beach with your morning coffee.

Ground Level: Exterior amenities include a picnic area, carport and enclosed outside shower. Inside you'll find a bedroom with a Bunk Set and stairs to the mid level.

Mid Level: Entry Level. Roomy den with sizable flat-screen TV, foosball table, deck access and the “secret wet bar” (a modest area with refrigerator and sink). Queen Bedroom, Bedroom with DuoBunk (double on bottom, single on top), full hall bathroom, laundry with washer and dryer and the hot tub is on the deck.

Top Level: Living room with huge flat-screen TV/DVD, game area and deck access to a sun deck or the screened porch with bar table. Kitchen with breakfast bar seating 2 and dining area seating 8. Lookout nook with ocean vistas and a Queen Bedroom with semi-private bathroom (second door from the bathroom to the living areas).

Extras: Hot Tub, two 4x4 parking passes (with $50 cash deposit), 2 flat-screen TVs (satellite), DVD player, foosball, Wifi, book library, DVD library, charcoal grille/smoker, 2 full size fridges, screen porch, stereo and linens and towels supplied. No Smoking. No Family Animals. Full week units only. Beds: 2 Queens, Bunk Set, DuoBunk. Distance to beach access: Oceanfront. House Address: 1662 Sandfiddler Road, Swan Beach. Key Type: Keyless entry. CHECK IN LOCATION: 1023 Ocean Trail, Corolla Office.

Linens and towels supplied at no additional cost. This home will provide sheets for all beds and the beds will be made with the exception of sleep couches, top bunk beds and trundle beds in which case the sheets are included. This home also provides 1 bath towel and 1 wash cloth per person the home sleeps, 2 hand towels per full bathroom, 1 hand towel per half bathroom and a bath mat for each shower or tub.

10% Repeat Renter Discount (available on full rate only).

4-WD REQUIRED - This home is only accessible by high clearance Four-Wheel-Drive cars such as a Jeep Cherokee, Ford Explorer, etc. You will be driving on the beach, over dune lines and in soft sand.

Swan Beach is convenient for families with kids and older folks because it is not necessary to walk to the beach. A walk over the dune or a 30 second drive in your four wheel drive car brings you out to the beach where you can park right on the beach and appreciate the luxury of having all your beach goodies at your fingertips and enjoy the day! Wild horses roam the area as well as fox, deer, and tons of waterfowl on the sound.

Beach Parking Passes are required to park on the beach from the last Saturday in April through the first Saturday in October. You do not need a pass to drive on the beach or park at the home. Two 4x4 parking passes are supplied with each 4x4 vacation home with a $50 cash deposit (refunded when passes are returned). Passes can be picked up at our Corolla Office (1023 Ocean Trail) during business hours. If more than two passes are needed, there are a limited number of additional available parking passes each week that can be purchased from Currituck County (https://currituckcountync.ticketspice.com/currituckbeachparking) The cost for a 4x4 parking pass is $50 and can be purchased online, but has to be picked up in person at the Corolla Visitor Center (500 Hunt Club Drive). Please double check Corolla Visitor Center business hours when planning your trip.

About the Area

Located in Corolla, this vacation home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Currituck National Wildlife Refuge and Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips and Tricks for getting the best Corolla rental home experience:

When to book a Currituck rental home & When to go:

• Book your vacation rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules usually become available twelve months in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups reserve their Summer vacations during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer is high season in the Currituck area. To get the best value, consider shifting your family's Currituck trip dates to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer excellent weather, , and reduced traffic. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to reserve an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer months. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Currituck vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with family and friends at your favorite beach.
• Some hosts and property managers offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans. Make sure to check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group.
• Booking websites usually offer their guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or additional fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for additional information.
• Often, property management companies supply Currituck area visitor guide magazines which include coupons, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find Currituck area magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Selecting the best vacation rental:

• Choose a group leader, select your trip dates, and choose a maximum budget.
• Note the number beds and what type of bedroom configuration you need. OCEANFRONT, 4-wheel drive area, Wild Horses, Ocean Views! 4x1662, Dolphin Watch has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts is generally available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, email the host before you book the vacation home. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which frequently includes pull-out couches.
• Traveling with pets? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Ask your host before booking, and study your rental agreement! Additional pet fees or might be applied to your agreement.
• If there's an individual Currituck beach you are enamored with, keep an eye out for homes that are either near by, or those that cater especially to your needs.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Make certain to ask about wheel chair accessibility, pool lifts and specialized equipment needs.

More tips for your stay:

• Review check in & check out procedures before leaving home. Take a printed copy, and add a note with the instructions to your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a garage door opener, intercom or washer/dryer. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief call can prevent lots of difficulties.
• Keep your rental home locked while you are out! Don't let crooks ruin your vacation.
• To make sure that damages are not attributed to your family's stay, note any problem areas upon your arrival. Speak to the property manager immediately to document your findings. If there is a dispute, having the recorded issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Be respectful. Often, adjacent homes are filled by permanent residents. Respecting late-night noise limits and parking regulations is the right thing to do.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Local residents can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to grab the best tacos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Re-check the rental property to make sure that you've packed all of your family's items at departure. Remember to check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden treasure. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• Remember to leave feedback! Property owners rely on great feedback to drive new reservations. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will be thankful you shared your review and help them have the best future vacation. Be fair with your review. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to remedy it.