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Castle In The Sand-Dog-Friendly, Private Pool, Hot Tub, Community Amenities!

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A heated pool
Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace, offices
Interior
Aerial view

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 13254 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Castle In The Sand-Dog-Friendly, Private Pool, Hot Tub, Community Amenities!

Castle in the Sand: Dog-Friendly home in the Villages of Ocean Hill with a private pool, hot tub, access to the community pool, and easy beach access!

Bed Sizes: 1 King, 3 Queen, 1 Bunk Bed, 1 Pyramid Bunk, 1 Queen Sleep Sofa

Castle in the Sand is a stunning 6-bedroom home that offers the perfect amount of comfort, making it an ideal getaway for you and your furry friends. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac, the home's soundside location offers a peaceful location for families any time of the year. Whether you're seeking a peaceful escape or an adventure-filled getaway, Castle in the Sand provides the perfect setting for making memories that will last a lifetime.

The top level of the home offers spacious seating in the family room, which is comfortably set up for watching the big game on the 50" ROKU Smart TV or lounging by the fireplace during the chilly, winter months. The large dining table provides seating for the whole family, and for those cool spring mornings, breakfast in the screened in porch located just off of the dining room is the perfect way to start your day at the beach. The large kitchen is fully-stocked and equipped for meals at home while the open floorplan allows for everyone in the group to be together and not have to miss out on any moments. A spacious top-level master with full private bath offers comfort and privacy all while being steps away from the main living area of the home.

On the mid-level, you will find four of the bedrooms in the home, all set up with Smart TVs. There are 2-shared bathrooms on the floor with tiled showers with plenty of space for guests. One side of the house is arranged with a queen bedroom, joined by a shared bathroom and pyramid bunk room, while the other queen is connected with a bunk bed and office set up to allow any work to be done, even while on vacation. The ground floor is where all of the fun happens! A full-sized pool table, arcade game programmed with 60 classic arcade games and a mini-fridge offer fun for the whole family, and with the pool deck just being steps away, there is plenty to do, rain or shine. The backyard offers a private setting, with a spacious yard and pool-side seating for all to enjoy while lounging in the pool (pool heat can be added for an additional fee.) or star-gazing in the hot tub.

Community Amenities: Guests of Castle in the Sand have access to the Villages of Ocean Hill Community amenities including:
Community Oceanfront and Soundfront pools (In-Season Only)
Fitness Center (Fee Required)
Basketball, Tennis and Pickleball Courts
Sand Volleyball Court
Playground

Beach Access: Head to the Villages of Ocean Hill oceanfront pool, located on Sandcastle Drive where you can access both the pool and the beach.

*The entrance to this home is monitored by cameras. Any attempt to dismantle, move, or tamper with the camera devices in any way is a violation of our house rules and additional charges may apply.*

Heated pools are available Week Prior to Easter through Memorial Day and Labor Day Week through Mid-October.
Pools are set at a comfortable 78-80 degrees during the heated season. Please note that for optimal performance, outside temperatures must remain around 60 degrees or warmer. Various weather conditions such as wind speed and direction can affect the heat performance.

No Smoking/Vaping. Dog Friendly - Dogs allowed for an additional fee. Private pools open Easter through Columbus Day.

Community pools are open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Dates and times may vary dependent on weather and pool management companies.

All reservations are offered to purchase travel insurance for an additional 7.75% of your rent and taxes. Please refer to the rental agreement you will be signing to accept or decline this coverage as your refund in the time of cancellation will be dependent on your acceptance in most situations. All guests must sign and return a rental agreement before reservations are confirmed. Payment for travel insurance, if accepted, will be processed upon receipt of this signed agreement.

Standard cancellation policy is: CANCELLATION POLICY and SUBSTITUTIONS - Any changes, including changing dates, switching of properties, or complete cancellations will invoke the cancellation policy. Agent recommends all Renters purchase travel insurance offered at time of booking to protect them in the event of an unexpected event affecting their vacation. Please visit www.TripPreserver.com for more information. Agent cannot offer future credits or immediate refunds for unexpected cancellations due to emergencies regardless of the situation, including but not limited to weather events and acts of God, unexpected illnesses, injury or death, changing of plans, or job loss. Please do not ask. All cancellations are subject to a fifty dollar ($50.00) cancellation fee. Cancellations must be submitted to Agent in writing (email is acceptable). In the event of cancellation, no refund of monies paid will be made unless the Property is re-rented for the same price and time period of this original vacation rental agreement. If the Property is re-rented for a lesser price or time period, the original Tenant will receive a refund for the difference between the originally agreed upon rental amount and the rebooked rental amount as Owner is entitled to receive the full amount of the original rental agreement. Agent will make every effort to re-rent the Property at the full amount. Tenant acknowledges that Agent has full discretion on negotiating rental rates in an effort to get the Property re-rented and make the Owner whole, while also attempting to get the Tenant the highest refund possible.

Property manager

Coastal Carolina Vacations

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,737 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Minors are welcomed with accompanying parents
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

769518

About the neighborhood

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Corolla, NC

What's nearby

  • Currituck Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Wild Horse Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Corolla Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Currituck Beach Lighthouse - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Whalehead - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Off The Wall Tap House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Uncle Ike's Sandbar & Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sun Fish Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Corolla Pizza & Deli - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Chill Spot - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Castle In The Sand-Dog-Friendly, Private Pool, Hot Tub, Community Amenities! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Castle In The Sand-Dog-Friendly, Private Pool, Hot Tub, Community Amenities! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Castle In The Sand-Dog-Friendly, Private Pool, Hot Tub, Community Amenities!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Castle In The Sand-Dog-Friendly, Private Pool, Hot Tub, Community Amenities!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Castle In The Sand-Dog-Friendly, Private Pool, Hot Tub, Community Amenities! located?

This family-friendly Corolla vacation home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Currituck Beach and Wild Horse Museum are also within 15 minutes.

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Castle In The Sand-Dog-Friendly, Private Pool, Hot Tub, Community Amenities! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Was a great location and the amenities were a plus
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H., Reading, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Corolla 2019
Great location and house. Wish we could have stayed longer than a week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Heather M.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Miller Review
The house was great overall! It had everything we needed for the most part! We were disappointed to have our check in delayed 2 hours due to cleaning delays. The cleaners only took 45 mins to clean the entire house and at first it looked like they did a good job but unfortunately it was just surface & the house wasn’t deep cleaned. Otherwise we had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Tracy G.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
Nice house, but needs more attention
The house itself is fine, pretty much what I expected for the price, but, the management company needs to step up its game. cobwebs all around ceilings and in low corners of most rooms, the sofa looks like a science experiment, in desperate need of a steam clean, jetted tub in master is labeled all around "jets broken- tub for soaking only", pool lounges filthy, all it takes is a hose?! weeds and dirt all around the hot tub and pool area. Also... be forwarned, we paid for a week of pool heat and our pool was v ery chilly when we got there, we tried to be patient thinking it just took awhile to heat up, on Tuesday,3 1/2 days into our stay, our pool maintanance person came to clean and check the pool, we asked what the heater was set on and she indicated the heater wasn't on beczause you need to pay extra for that, we told her we HAD paid extra 478.00 +-, she said "oops, I'll turn that on for you now, it usually takes 24-48 hours to heat up. We've inquired about a partial refund of that fee and have not heard back. Moral: make sure the company follows through on what you are promised.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family house! Spacious and clean! Community amenities were a plus!
Great family getaway house. The extra bit of a drive up to Corolla was worth it - not crowded for mid-June! Still lots to do in the area. We enjoyed the community amenities! Beach access was very short drive and easy to get to. Note: kitchen was very well stocked with kitchenware, but spice rack, etc was empty. Bring spices from home if you are going to cook. Would highly recommend this house if water view is not essential!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Good
Nice vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great house with EVERYTHING!
Fantastic house perfect for spring break - it has everything- heated pool, hot tub, game room. We had a blast - less than half a mile to the 4x4 beach access and right next to the Corolla Adventure Park. I bookmarked this one to stay again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Excellent Place to Stay
It was my first trip to the OBX and it was during the off-season. We needed a place that accommodated dogs and were looking for a place to kind of get off the grid for a bit. Well this place had everything. It was extremely spacious with multiple levels, a game room, washer/dryer, grill, pool (off season so it was understandably closed), hot tub, and just a beautiful place in general. We were able to find places to eat nearby that were great, Uncle Ikes and Corolla Cantina to name a few and grocery shopping was also nearby. We wanted to see the wild horses and .... well... they were literally walking around the development 2 of the 4 mornings we spent. While they were rounded up and returned to their safe natural habitat, it was amazing to hear them nearby and see them close. This place would be ideal for a larger multifamily trip. In fact, the people that stayed there before us seemed to have a good time for Thanksgiving based on the recycling left out in front for pick up when we arrived. All in all, I would recommend this place 10 out of 10 times.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
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8/10 Good

Jong P.

Perfect for Thanksgiving
This house fit our family's needs. Everyone had an appropriate bed whether it be for the kids or adults. Plenty of kitchenware to go around. And plenty of space to spread out if needed.
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8/10 Good

Bridget K.

Castle in the Sand
We liked having the pool but it was on the small side. We had plenty of space for our family. We requested to have the Gas Grill fixed for our use or to provide a replacement. Needless to say, we did not have a grill to cook on. Lazy Suzy door in kitchen was broken. Never fixed while we were there. Other than that we enjoyed our week in Outer Banks at this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls get away
Nice accommodations-lots if stairs with no handicap access, so be ready to climb. Well appointed kitchen.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Jen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Our stay was lovely and the location was perfect. It was fall so the beach was not our main attraction. We could watch the kids on the basketball, pickle ball, and basketball courts from the deck and we walked to the Adventure Park in less than 5 minutes. A great outdoor bar is walking or biking distance away as well. The house has plenty of room and the game room was a big hit with the kids!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele P., Aiken, SC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house
Nice house for a long weekend stay for a family wedding in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

Fantastic Stay
Castle in the sand was the perfect house for our adult only vacation. The kitchen was well stocked and furniture was sturdy. The pool was the perfect size for a few couples. 5 minute drive to the 4x4 beach. Check in was a breeze. Bedrooms were all in great shape and great sizes. Washer and dryer was in excellent working condition.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Karyl F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need
This rental has thought of everything you need. Kitchen is well equipped for meal preparation. Games, DVD's and books are available for renters' use. Even has a football & basketball! Did have several issues. The area where the outdoor trash / recycling bins are kept smells horrific. Flies are terrible in that area and when you open the door to enter the house they follow you in. The one bedroom has an ant problem. Ants were crawling on the furniture and bed. The couch needs a good cleaning. Many stains on the upholstery. Overall the rental needs a good thorough cleaning. I understand the cleaning service has limited time to attend to it between renters but at some point it needs some attention.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best time ever
There was twelve of us off and on thru the week. Best weather we have ever had during our stay. The house was great, the porches always had a breeze and loved the landscaping and pools area. We had two older dogs that had a hard time with the stairs but other than that everything was great. Kitchen was fully equipped and we did not have to use any of the stuff we always bring just in case. Also like being across from the fitness center, tennis courts and pickleball courts too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Roslyn K.

Great Family Spot
This was a great family spot for our beach vacation. Plenty of room for everyone, full kitchen, pool and hot tub. We had a few maintenance issues when we first arrived but we called customer service and they came out to fix it right away. Very pleased.
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8/10 Good

Jennifer H.

Spiders and odds
The house was very nice. It was the perfect location. Had almost everything we needed. There was just a few things that where not very good. Like all the wonderful decks where covered in spiders and spider webs. The master bedroom didn’t have a way to close the blinds. The hot tub did not have good lighting. Also where the grill was did not have good lighting and the grill did run out after only a few minutes of use. There were many positives too. The beds where very comfortable, they had plenty of towels and other things for the bedroom. The kitchen was fully stocked and everything was good and ready to go when we got there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

Castle in the Sand Gorgeous
The house is beautiful and lots of space for everyone!
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10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Fantastic!
Enough space and laid out well so that all 3 families had their own space. Pool was great!

8/10 Good

Erin G.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and comfortable home with plenty to do bit be prepared for spiderwebs, swarms of bugs/wasp nest
Great short walk to beach and wilds horses and close to shops. In a pool and workout community. House has pool table, movies, a pool and hot tub. Three decks in back of house and two private decks for bedrooms. Those are unusable. No furniture and active wasp nests, mud daubers and spiders galore. The other decks have those also, but they are large decks. Overall, we had a great and memorable time together - my suggestion is just some outside maintenance to make the place just perfect!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne D.

Family Vacation
This house was perfect for my family of 12. The pool and hot tub were great. This home was close to the beach and 4 wheel drive beach also shopping area was close. We has a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Only a few things to say
Water pressure was low for showers. Outside by hot tub is very muddy. Hard area to keep dry I’m sure. But something should be done.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
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8/10 Good

Torrence G.

Memorial week
Had an amazing time loved the house...had a small snake issue and just wished the rooms had tvs otherwise I enjoyed and would definitely go again
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8/10 Good

Torrence G.

Memorial week
Had an amazing time loved the house...had a small snake issue and just wished the rooms had tvs otherwise I enjoyed and would definitely go again