Reality Check: Close to Beach, Private Pool & Hot Tub, Sleeps 16 - Vacation rental home in Corolla, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 16
• 7 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home

Reality Check will make your vacation a ideal reality with plenty of special touches to make your stay everything you wanted and more! It is a huge and comfortable home with 7 bedrooms (3 master suites), a enormous private pool, hot tub and it is a short five-min. walk to the beach access path along Sailfish Street in the Whalehead Beach neighborhood. [Note: No dogs or other animals are allowed in this home.]

This charming and well-appointed home, which has been completely remodeled and redecorated (including the addition of a new chef's kitchen), is in very close proximity to the beach, shopping and eateries. Expansive decks offer pretty sunrise and sunset vistas with tons of seating for your family or group. Outside, a 10' x 28' private pool (open mid-May to mid-Oct.), hot tub, volleyball court, basketball court, tetherball court and various outdoor games offer plenty of opportunities to soak up the handsome outdoor weather of the Outer Banks! Inside, all ages can relax with a game of pool, a board game, puzzle, or a movie in the Great Room or Game Room. There are plenty of new Intelligent TVs and DVD players throughout the home. So whether you appreciate calming or staying active on your vacation, Reality Check is the ideal fun and relaxing spot for your memorable vacation.

Beds: 2 Kings (1 Master, 1 Jr. Master), 3 Queens (1 Jr. Master), 2 Twins, 1 Pyramid Bunk Set, 1 Bunk Bed Set; 16 Towel Sets included

TOP LEVEL:
The Great Room encompasses the entire top level with the living and dining areas with a huge, well-equipped kitchen, outfitted cookware and other meal prep items. A huge Intelligent TV will provide viewing enjoyment for the entire family. The dining table seats 12 and the kitchen bar counter has four stools to sit and hang-out while appreciating beverages and snacks. Top level sun decks will provide other spaces to relax and savor the vistas. A King Jr. Master Suite has a semi-private bath that is shared with the top level. [Note: gas fireplace is not available for guest use.]

MID LEVEL:
There are four bedrooms on this level: a King Master Suite with deck access to the back covered deck, a Queen Jr. Master Suite (also has deck access) with semi-private bath which is shared with a Queen Bedroom and the Bunk Bedroom (has both a Pyramid Bunk and a Bunk Bed Set).

GROUND LEVEL:
A sizable Game Room has places to lounge or play a game of pool. Combined with the sizable Intelligent TV, it will become a favorite hang-out spot for the family. There is a second full-size refrigerator available next to the laundry area. The bedrooms on this level include a Queen bedroom and a bedroom with 2 Twin beds. There is a full hall bathroom on this level.

EXTRAS:
The outdoor area offers a handsome pool (10' x 28') with plenty of furnishings, a large hot tub and both a gas and charcoal grille. Active family members can practice shooting some hoops into the basketball net, playing tetherball or volleyball in the private sand court.

About the Area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Whalehead Beach, a neighborhood in Corolla. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars and Corolla Raceway are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips and Tricks to get the very best rental home experience:

Find your best deal:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in coastal NC. Reserve your vacation home in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons to get the benefit of beautiful weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer months.
• The earlier your group can reserve a vacation rental, the better your selection will be. The most desirable vacation homes are booked early. Reserving your vacation home six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and book your rental.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host whether your family qualifies for a special promotion or discount.
• Booking websites frequently offer renters an option to obtain trip insurance. Trip insurance, which generally costs between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed trip time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel overnight or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen occurs. Ask the property owner for program terms and fees.
• Find a copy of your local Currituck visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, travel guide magazines have money saving offers on local accommodations, restaurants and tours.

How to choose the perfect rental home in Corolla:

• Choose your dates and max budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration you need. Reality Check: Close to Beach, Private Pool & Hot Tub, Sleeps 16 has 7 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed counts is usually available online. If not, email the host before reserving your rental. Remember that most properties list the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Does your family require unique amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for those with limited mobility. Confirm all necessary amenities are available before reserving a rental.
• If your family is vacationing with pets, you'll need to book a pet-friendly rental. Make sure to ask for information on breed, size, and type requirements. Often, hosts charge additional pet fees.

Some things to know before you go:

• Put the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• During check-in, note any damages to the rental property and immediately contact the property manager. Keep records of all coorespondence.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a garage door opener, A/V setup or WIFI setup. Contact your property manager. They are there to help! A brief telephone call prevents a lot of concerns.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disagreeable visitors bothering your life at home. Apply the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and attractions you would've not otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can often point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking and securing the home while you are out, just like you would back home.
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, take a walk through the property to reconfirm you've collected all belongings. Remember to check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden belongings. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Please make sure to walk through the property a final time and scan for any damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the host isn't available, ensure that you take video and pictures of the property to record its condition.
• Did your group have a terrific stay? Most rental home management companies make it easy for guests to provide comments. If your rental and/or host was fantastic, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was amiss and they failed to correct it in a reasonable manner, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.