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1845 - Shades by the Sea, Beautifully appointed Corolla condo with direct beach access!

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Highlights

Made for relaxation
Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Deck or patio

Explore the area

Corolla, NC

Place, Corolla Beach
‪3 min walk‬
Place, Currituck Golf Club
‪14 min walk‬
Place, Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center
‪4 min drive‬
Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
‪75 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

King Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen and Pyramid Bunk Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

King Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

1845 - Shades by the Sea, Beautifully appointed Corolla condo with direct beach access!

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! New for 2024: Couches. If you're looking for a cozy beach getaway, look no further than Shades by The Sea. This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom Corolla condo is located in the Seaside Villas community of Ocean Sands. As a guest at Shades by The Sea, you'll be able to enjoy community tennis and direct beach access in the Ocean Sands community. Plus, Shades by The Sea, is nearby Harris Teeter for convenient grocery trips and is close to local attractions like wild horse tours and shopping. A short drive north will take you to the Currituck Beach Lighthouse and the historic Whalehead Club as well.

Inside Shades by The Sea, you'll find beautiful beach-inspired décor making you feel relaxed as soon as you arrive. The living area features ample seating and a flatscreen TV perfect for watching movies and shows with your friends and family. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare meals during your stay and there's plenty of seating at the dining room table for 6 as well as the breakfast bar with seating for 3. Plus, Shades by The Sea features a covered, furnished balcony that's perfect for enjoying a morning cup of coffee while taking in the warm breeze of the OBX. When it's time to get some rest for the night, head to one of the two bedrooms for some shuteye. Additional amenities at Shades by The Sea include an in unit washer and dryer, Keurig coffee maker, and WiFi internet access. If you have a smaller group, Shades by The Sea is the perfect choice for your next Corolla vacation!

Parking & Location Note: Shades by the Sea is located in the second building on the left, directly across from the beach access walkway. Parking for Shades by the Sea is located right beside the "Sealoft Village" sign, even though this unit is located in the "Seaside Villas" building.

Distance to Beach: Approximately 75 Yards

BEDDING:
1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Pyramid Bunk

LEVEL 1:
Living Room, Dining Area, Kitchen, King Master Bedroom, Bedroom with Queen and Pyramid Bunk, Full Hall Bathroom.

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House Rules

Check in after 6:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2714706

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Corolla

Located by the sea, this condo is in Ocean Sands, a neighborhood in Corolla. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Pine Island Racquet & Fitness Center, or consider a night out at The Village Table & Tavern.

Corolla, NC

What's nearby

Corolla Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Currituck Golf Club - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
Currituck Beach - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
Currituck Beach Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

‪Off The Wall Tap House - ‬11 min walk
‪Bernie’s Brother - ‬3 min drive
‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
‪Sun Fish Grill - ‬3 min drive
‪Lighthouse Bagels - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1845 - Shades by the Sea, Beautifully appointed Corolla condo with direct beach access! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 1845 - Shades by the Sea, Beautifully appointed Corolla condo with direct beach access!?

As of Jun 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1845 - Shades by the Sea, Beautifully appointed Corolla condo with direct beach access! on Oct 3, 2026 start from $410, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 1845 - Shades by the Sea, Beautifully appointed Corolla condo with direct beach access!?

Check-in begins at 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1845 - Shades by the Sea, Beautifully appointed Corolla condo with direct beach access!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1845 - Shades by the Sea, Beautifully appointed Corolla condo with direct beach access! located?

Located in Ocean Sands, this condo building is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Outer Banks Beaches and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Corolla Beach. Corolla Raceway and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

Aug 9, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our small family stay

Close to beach . Within walking distance to where some other family members were staying

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

Response from VrboOwner on Aug 23, 2024

Thank you for staying with us, Linda! We hope to welcome you back again sometime.

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10/10 Excellent

Chris O.

Sep 19, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful! Our second stay here and we loved it just as much as the first time!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

Response from VrboOwner on Sep 24, 2025

Thank you for staying with us, Chris! We appreciate your loyalty, and hope to welcome you back soon.

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10/10 Excellent

Chris O.

Sep 11, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

Clean, comfortable, and convenient. Very short walk to the beach. Had a wonderful time, and absolutely would recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

Response from VrboOwner on Oct 18, 2024

Thank you for staying with us, Chris! Thanks for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back again sometime.

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Highlights

Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

King Master Bedroom

Queen and Pyramid Bunk Bedroom

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

King Master Bathroom

Spaces

About this property

1845 - Shades by the Sea, Beautifully appointed Corolla condo with direct beach access!

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House Rules

Children

Events

Pets

Smoking

Important information

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About the neighborhood

Corolla

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

Frequently asked questions

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Linda L.

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Wonderful!

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