Booking for Summer 2024.Visit OBX! Free beach parking passes! - Vacation rental home in Corolla, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2604 square feet

Hot to Trot is a vacation home in Corolla 4WD beach (also known as Carova) located in the heart of where the Corolla Wild Horses roam freely. You need a 4WD or AWD car (preferably truck or SUV for ground clearance) to get to the home. Additional reviews on FB Hot to Trot Carova Vacation House.

We are located approx 9 miles from the end of highway 12 at Milepost 21.5 and ACCESSIBLE BY 4WD/AWD ONLY. You will be driving on sand at the end of the paved road. This canal front home is an refreshed 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom vacation rental that sleeps 14 guests comfortably. The home was modernized in 2017 and received many additional updates in 2022 and 2023. In 2022, we invested in a charcoal filtration with reverse osmosis water system installed in our home to combat the infamous Carova water. Contrary to previous reviews, the home’s water system has been overhauled and the water quality has been vastly improved. Other recent home updates include new sleeping beds, granite countertops, new deck railings, new intelligent TVs in 3 bedrooms, intelligent TVs in living room and game room, new bathroom faucets and shower fixtures, new ceiling fans, new kitchen refrigerator with ice maker, a new microwave and more!

Hot to Trot is located roughly 950 feet to the ocean. Upgraded with luxury floor throughout, there are 4 bedrooms with queen beds on the 2nd and 3rd floors. On the 1st floor there is a comfortable bunk bed hideaway with 3 sets of bunk beds to sleep up to 6 guests. Linen service is available for an additional fee or bring your own.

This home is a 2 min. drive to the beach...you can tailgate all day. Get in your 4WD/AWD car and open your trunk and savor the day! No need to hand carry your supplies. We provide beach chairs, cornhole boards (bring your own bags) and kayaks during your stay (over $500 in saved costs compared to renting your own items!)

The kitchen is well-supplied with most tools to prepare a gourmet meal! In the great room on the upper level, there is a huge dining table and breakfast bar to accommodate guests at meal time. Want to do some outdoor cooking? There is a park style charcoal grille available on the ground level.

At Hot to Trot, there is a fun game room with a pool table and foosball to keep kids of all ages entertained. Want to discover the canals or the Currituck Sound? Borrow any of our 3 kayaks that come with your rental and paddle around- 1 tandem and 2 single kayaks are available to discover the surrounding areas. Bring your fishing poles on vacation to the beach or use them in the canal. You could catch both saltwater fish and freshwater fish. There is even hiking in close by False Cape State Park. What an adventure!

On the outside of the home, there is seating for outdoor dining and ultimate relaxation. On the ground level, you will find an outdoor shower to wash away the sand from your beach day. If you feel like calming at home, there is a private pool and hot tub to soak in the rays. Appreciate the handsome outdoors on 2 enormous decks that wrap around the home. You will see wild horses frolicking around the canal and witness pretty sunsets from these roomy decks and outdoor seating.

Want to connect with something other than the gorgeous outdoors? There is wifi in the home along with 5 intelligent flat screen TVs. A library of movies is available, along with many board games and books.

Come visit Hot to Trot and make memories for a lifetime!

Dogs are considered on a case by case basis. $150 fee per approved dogs. No other family pets allowed please.

High chair available. Please make arrangements prior to arrival.

About the Area

Located in Corolla, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars. 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

Know Before you Go

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

2 total pets

Booking the best vacation home experience:

Finding your perfect vacation home:

• Book your vacation home 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 vacation rentals during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Summer time is high season in the Currituck area. Book your Currituck rental in the Fall or Spring shoulder seasons to enjoy gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowded roads, restaurants, and activities. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Currituck vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation near the ocean? Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Some owners offer discounts or promotional rates for active duty military and veterans. Check with your property manager to see if rate reductions are available for your family.
• Booking websites frequently offer customers an option to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed vacation time as a result of medical-related issues or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance can be a a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for more information.
• Look for your local visitors guide when you check-in. If your rental home doesn't have a copy, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitor guide magazines have money saving offers on nearby accommodations, tours and attractions.

Selecting and booking the perfectrental:

• Select a designated group leader, select your trip dates, and select a spending budget.
• Decide how many beds and the configuration your group needs. Booking for Summer 2024.Visit OBX! Free beach parking passes! has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed types is normally available on booking websites. If you don't see them listed, email or call the host before booking your home. Remember that most property listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Are you bringing the family pet? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Extra fees or applied to your contract.
• Are you looking for special amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. .

Some things to know before you go:

• Take a copy of the property manager's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your . Store the host's contact information in your smartphone.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, intercom or thermostat. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent lots of difficulties.
• Keep your rental home locked while you're gone! Don't let burglars ruin your trip.
• To make certain that no damages are attributed to your family's stay, make a record of any problem areas when you arrive. Call the rental manager immediately to document your findings. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having the recorded concerns and contact attempts will be helpful.
• Don't forget to respect your neighbors. Frequently, nearby homes are occupied by local residents. Respecting noise limits and parking rules reduces conflict and allows everyone to enjoy their day.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Neighbors can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to get the best seafood, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Just before checking out, take a final walk-through to make sure you haven't leave anything behind. Check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave feedback! Property managers rely on good feedback to propel future bookings. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, 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 owner could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to remedy it.