Perfect Getaway on a Limited Access Beach with Wild Horses! - Vacation rental home in Corolla, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 10
• 4 Bedrooms
• 5 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2150 square feet

Let us host you for the trip your family deserves: the only place in the US where you can drive on the beach *and* vacation alongside wild horses for a week! Create magical memories to last a lifetime in the northern Outer Banks.

Our home, Sandy Claws NC, is a semi-ocean front home with direct walking access to the beach 25 yards away.

VERY SECLUDED: You need 4WD to drive nearly three miles up a beach road of sand to reach the home.

**No Hidden Fees. Nightly rate covers all basics.**

Known locally as the Christmas House, Sandy Claws NC sat unused for years before we bought it and modernized it in 2021/2022. It’s located three miles up the beach in Corolla, near MM 15.5. Containing 4BRs and 3.5Baths, and a additional sleeping area, the home can sleep up to 10 comfortably.

PROPERTY LOCATION
The home sits at an angle between two other homes (both back decks face north east toward the ocean) to maximize vistas of the water. Appreciate your own private sunrises over the ocean from the back of the home, and later savor sunsets from the front deck, setting over the sound side of the island. Truly spectacular visuals you’ll want to capture in a pic.

PROXIMITY TO BEACH
Our back fence post is located less than 25 yards from the dunes — a short trip with our included beach wagon and cooler. You can walk directly, or drive your 4WD car over the nearest dune access point and park directly on the beach, as this area is one of the few remaining in the country that accepts beach driving.

*AWD cars with high clearance can also be used, but you drive them at your own risk. For the best traction while driving on the sand, it’s suggested to air down all tires to 10-15PSI. Your tires won’t pop, they won’t be damaged, but you will be able to drive effortlessly on the beach without straining your engine or creating ruts in the beach.

UNIQUE PROPERTY FEATURES
How often can you vacation with adored ones next to a wildlife refuge with wild horses roaming your property? The local harems visit nearly daily, staying away only in inclement weather. Please note, it is illegal to feed the wild horses (it can kill them, no joke) and you must remain 50 feet from them at all times. Allowing them too close to you will eventually cause them to become tame, resulting in their removal from the wild.

STRESS-COMPLIMENTARY VACATION
If you're here for a family vacation and don't want to prepare, a dinner meal service can be arranged with local eateries and caterers who offer catering and delivery to the 4x4 area. Reach out to us for information to organize it direct.

ON-SITE AMENITIES
Sandy Claws caters specifically to families and offers a scavenger hunt for young kids. Additional on-site activities include three intelligent TVs (living room, King Beach, and gaming alcove), many puzzles and games, books, a sand box, a seven-person hot tub, plastic Adirondack and traditional beach chairs and a wagon, a fire pit with eight chairs, tether ball, corn hole, and many more outdoor and indoor games.

REMOTE WORK
Each bedroom is equipped with a 30"x20" fold down laptop desk mounted to the wall, in case someone needs privacy for a work call, project, or school assignment. Despite Brightspeed’s reliable coverage, severe winds and weather can affect signal availability. We've found it is possible to work remotely from the home, as long as Mother Nature cooperates.

RENTAL PREFERENCE
We rent our home to family groups and adult groups over age 25. At least one person in your event must be 25 years old, sign the lease, and be present at the home for the entire duration of the lease. No events or events without prior permission from owners, and no family pets allowed. Bringing your pet to our non-pet home will invalidate your rental agreement and you must board the pet(s) or leave immediately, with no refund.

We may entertain Pet Friendly at a later season, but not at this time, no exceptions, so please don't ask.

To read last season’s reviews, please search for our home site Sandy Claws NC where we are currently offering a 10% off early bird discount for travelers booking six months in advance. No third event costs (online travel agencies like this one charge high “guest service costs” which can be $500-$1500) and we offer a permanent year-round 10% military/first responder/teacher/essential worker discount (discounts can’t be combined) with a four nighttime minimum stay. Our cancellation policy is the exact same no matter where you book, before 60 days you get a full refund. Within 60 days of arrival we can only refund for what we re-rent the property for.

HOME DETAILS

FIRST FLOORING
— Entire first floor is handicap accessible, with 36” wide doorways and hand rails in King Beach's bath (located near toilet and in shower).
— Ground floor elevator travels only to first floor. It is not a cargo elevator and the access key will only be available to guests in need of mobility assistance.
— Expansive kitchen with a movable island cart and two chairs, double wall ovens, and a six burner gas cooktop. Equipped with a Keurig type coffee maker as well as a traditional Mr Coffee with filters and an additional insulated carafe.
— Pantry is well supplied with baking dishes, three plastic pitchers, a roasting pan, mixing bowls, ceramic place settings, two crock pots, rice cooker, reusable food storage containers, an electric hand mixer, a frozen drink blender, as well as a sizable stock pot and a tiered steamer pot.
— Two wall mounted Alexa echos act as a sound system in the kitchen and dining room.
— Dining room is equipped with a huge round dining table, wall games, conversation games, and two wall mounted arcade game systems (old school video games), plus curtains to hide the games while eating.
— Grand half-bath off elevator entry alcove.
— King Beach is a master suite with an attached bath, direct access to back deck, and a view of the ocean. It contains a dresser, a complimentary-standing open closet with hangers, a chair, a bench, a folding bags rack, a fold-out twin sized cot, two nightstands with lamps containing an outlet and a USB plug in the base, and a wall mounted folding desk.
— First floor deck contains a covered cooking area with a gas grille, deck bar tops with ten chairs, and a kid’s sized table and chairs for kids under five.


SECOND FLOORING
— Queen Dune is a master with its own private bath, it also features an ocean view while sitting in bed. The room contains a modest closet with hangers, a chair, a suitcases rack, two floating nightstands with USB & AC plug lamps, and a wall desk.
— Queen Beach is a master with direct access to the top back deck, full vistas of the ocean, and shares a bath with Twin Dune via connecting doors. The room contains a closet with hangers and a cube storage piece, a chair, a suitcases rack, two floating nightstands with USB & AC plug lamps, and a folding wall desk.
— Twin Dune contains two twin beds, a fold out twin ottoman, a cube storage unit, an adjustable nighttime light with USB plugs, a chair, and a folding wall desk.
— The living room has seating for seven, four floor cushions for additional seating, and a enormous flat screen TV with an Amazon Fire stick.
— Gaming alcove contains a full-sized futon, constructed-in book shelves with hundreds of books, a smaller flat screen TV, shelves supplied with games and puzzles, plus a drink refrigerator and countertop ice maker.
— The top back deck has six Adirondack chairs and two tall captain’s chairs.

OUTSIDE IN YARD
— Fire pit with eight Polywood Adirondack chairs
— Sand box
— Charcoal grille
— Seven person hot tub
— Outdoor shower
— Yard games
— Beach chairs, eight lightweight plastic Adirondack chairs, beach folding tables, drink holders, & a beach wagon



**PLEASE NOTE: There are no refunds for not arriving or for leaving early. Please purchase travel insurance to protect yourself. To protect our investment, we collect a security deposit and perform a weekly inventory. Guests will be charged for missing items and damages. Refunds of deposit occur within 14 days of check out.

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 experience:

Getting the most from your spending budget:

• The sooner you can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best rental properties are booked early. Booking your vacation property six - twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to search for and book your rental property.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in Corolla. Booking a rental in Fall or Spring months is a great way to save money on your vacation rental. Rates are lower, and you'll find a better selection of suitable properties. Many vacationers use this strategy to reserve larger homes, or to book a beach front rental that would otherwise be unavailable during June, July, and August. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Currituck vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property management company or host whether your vacationing group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
• Property management companies frequently offer their guests an option to purchase vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally will cost you anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for days missed as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as evacuation charges, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for details.
• Many management companies supply Currituck area travel guide magazines that include coupons, either offered independently by local companies, or through a relationship between the property 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.

How to pick the best vacation home in Corolla:

• First, have your family select dates and a max budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the configuration you need. Perfect Getaway on a Limited Access Beach with Wild Horses! has 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly available on booking websites. If not, contact the property management company before reserving the property. Remember that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which typically includes pull-out couches and bunk beds.
• Some rental properties allow pets, and others do not. Acceptable types of dog or cat, weight and breeds may be restricted, and added charges may apply. Ask the owner about pets before booking.
• Is your family looking for particular amenities? Most websites include search filters with amenity lists. Amenity filters help you quickly remove less-optimal properties.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. Confirm all necessary amenities are available and included before reserving a rental

More considerations:

• Take a copy of the host's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental home. Store the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Hosts are there to help! Feel free to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Lock your rental while you are out and about. Protect the owner's property and your stuff!
• Note any issues with the rental upon arrival, and immediately contact the property manager. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that are useful if there is a dispute.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking rules can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You'll increase your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often a great source for finding the best local beaches and hangouts.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can usually help you find exactly what you're looking for. Who better to ask where to enjoy a steak with a view, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Upon check-out, take a final walk-through to make sure you have not forget any personal items. Check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental a final time and keep an eye out for damage. We suggest inspecting the property with the host whenever possible. If the manager isn't available, ensure that you take video and pictures of the property to record its condition at check-out.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property managers rely on good ratings to stimulate future reservations. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationing families will appreciate that you share your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.