Lovely Canal Front Home in the 4X4! Reasonable Rates!

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61150 sq ft

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Dryer

Washer

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

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Corolla, NC

Swan Beach56 min drive
Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)60 min drive
Corolla Beach99 min drive
Currituck Beach107 min drive

Driving in on the beach, we knew this trip would be different. The beach is beautiful, and it's actually easy to drive o...

Thomas S.

Nov 15, 2023

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Primary

1 King Bed

Queen

1 Queen Bed

Twin (2)

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Shower only

Primary

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

“Dune What We Do” is a newly updated home on the canal in the 4X4 AREA. A 4WD Vehicle is REQUIRED to get to this home. Ideal for a small family of 5-6 that loves relaxation and/or adventure! When not sitting (or surfing) on the pristine Carova Beach or admiring the horses (from at least 50’ away), we hope that you will fall in love with our home like we have! We purchased our home at the end of 2021 and have been busy giving it tons of TLC.

All living space is located on one main (upper) level with a canal view from the open living room, dining area, fully stocked kitchen, the large (covered) porch and the smaller screened in porch. There is also a primary king bedroom with a full bathroom, 2 other newly furnished bedrooms and a main bathroom. Located on the bottom level is a HUGE outdoor shower with hand spray for sandy feet and a utility room. We have outdoor games, 2 paddleboards, surfboards and other amenities for you to enjoy. There is even a chest freezer for you to store your own extra ice for coolers and cocktails. Feel free to launch the paddleboards right off the dock or bring your favorite fishing gear to fish off from the yard/dock. Of course, you can just relax in the Adirondack chairs by the fire pit or porch while your dinner is cooking on the gas grill. We even try to be flexible if you need a different check in/check out day or if you want to extend your stay for a few extra days (in advance). Please contact me to discuss and we can update the VRBO listing to accommodate your dates.

PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO RECENT UNACCEPTABLE EVENTS WITH MANY RENTAL HOMES IN THE AREA- EVICTION, WITH NO REFUND, WILL OCCUR IF THERE ARE OVER THE MAXIMUM GUESTS STAYING IN THE HOME (WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL FROM THE OWNER), IF THERE ARE PARTIES, PETS, OTHER UNRULY BEHAVIOR, POLICE BEING CALLED OR IF THERE IS NOBODY STAYING IN THE HOME OVER 25 YEARS OF AGE.

**Travel Insurance is not the same as damage protection. Although optional, WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE ALL GUESTS TO PURCHASE their own VACATION TRAVEL INSURANCE COVERAGE which offers protection against financial losses due to unforeseen circumstances such as: illness, medical emergencies, injuries, or mandatory hurricane evacuations when ordered by State or Local authorities. Vacation Travel Insurance is available through vendors such as: Access America (through VRBO), CSA Travel Protection, Red Sky Travel Insurance, USAA, Travelguard, etc. The homeowner does not reimburse for any cancellations due to weather, illness, etc.**

**ALL BEDROOM AND BATH LINENS PROVIDED**

** BEACH CHAIRS/UMBRELLAS/ETC CAN BE RENTED FROM ANOTHER LOCAL SOURCE. PEOPLE HAVE RECOMMENDED: http://www.sandytows.com/ **

**HOUSE IS ON THE CANAL AND THE BEACH IS JUST A FEW MIN AWAY WITH YOUR 4WD**

**ONE (1) PARKING PERMIT IS PROVIDED WITH EACH STAY** (There is a $150 fee if not left in the house at departure due to the inconvenience/time of obtaining a replacement)

**There is NO POOL or HOT TUB** (I mean we are on the canal and we are a few min drive to the beach though).

2023 Updates: New patio furniture on the screened in porch; Custom Roman shades in living areas; Large concrete patio (covered) on ground level w/picnic table and plenty of room for yard games; New mattress & configuration of the full size bedroom to maximize space; New Rugs (indoor and outdoor); New Railings and stain on the decks/steps; Other misc changes

2022 Updates: 55” Smart TV for Living Area; Smart TV for Primary BR; Kitchen Appliances; Cookware/Misc Kitchen Items; Blinds in Bedrooms; Bath and Kitchen Sink Faucets; Outdoor Shower Faucets; VP Flooring-entire main level; 5 Gallon Water Cooler and extra jugs for drinking water during your stay; Water Treatment System (for comfortable odor free showers); New Light Fixtures in Kitchen/Dining Area; 4 polywood Adirondack Chairs w/2 side tables for the Porch and 4 polywood Adirondack chairs to enjoy the fire pit or watching boats on the canal; New Twin Beds and Mattresses; Sheets/Quilts/Comforters/ Bedding/Mattress Protectors for ALL bedrooms; Thermostat; Outdoor Shower Surround; Paddle boards/Paddles (limited sizes of life vests so please bring your own); new Trex Dock; Vinyl Shake Siding/Trim/Fascia; Gutters; Screen Porch Doors; Decorations/Pics… and many other updates

Property manager

Michael and Michelle

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

House has no baby gear and is not toddler proof

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Corolla

Located in Corolla, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars are also worth visiting.

Corolla, NC

What's nearby

False Cape State Park - 8 min drive
Sandbridge Beach - 49 min drive
Swan Beach - 56 min drive
Corolla Beach - 99 min drive
Currituck Beach - 107 min drive

Getting around

Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

Moonrise Bay Vineyard - 203 min drive
Carova Beach - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely Canal Front Home in the 4X4! Reasonable Rates! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lovely Canal Front Home in the 4X4! Reasonable Rates!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely Canal Front Home in the 4X4! Reasonable Rates!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lovely Canal Front Home in the 4X4! Reasonable Rates! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Outer Banks Beaches and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from False Cape State Park. Swan Beach and Corolla Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

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10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Thomas S., Newark, Delaware

15 November 2023

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

Very unique and one of the better places we stayed

Driving in on the beach, we knew this trip would be different. The beach is beautiful, and it's actually easy to drive on the sand. The house is beautiful and very comfortable and stocked with almost everything you need. The owner was very helpful and communicative about what bait to use for fishing and what beach ramp to use for access. Hint: it's near the fire station. Overall, we felt very welcome. We were there only an hour or two and the horses made their appearance. Nearly everyday we saw horses near the property. They come right up to the house as advertised. Our weather wasn't the greatest, but this trip was truly an adventure we will not soon forget. It's one of the better places we've stayed, and we've been doing VRBO for about 7 years now.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcus P., Gasburg, VA

30 September 2023

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

Hidden Gem

This was truly an AMAZING EXPERIENCE. From the initial booking process to the time we returned home Michael and Michelle made are stay a memory we won't soon forget. From the wild horses, to the beach drives, outdoor and indoor activities, just relaxing at "The Dune" plus a whole lot more stamped thefactvthat we chose to stay there. We highly recommend this rental and we would rent again. They fully stocked the house and were timely if you ever needed to reach them. Michelle even helped on a personal matter. Thanks again for that. We ABSOLUTELY loved and enjoyed our stay. Thank you for allowing us the privilege to stay in your home.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joelle T.

22 September 2023

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

Peaceful paradise

What a wonderful relaxing stay! Everything about it was easy and wonderful just like you want a vacation to be. The house was fully equipped with everything you need! The rooms were bright and cheery and the Michelle and Mile are perfect hosts, thoughtful and helpful . The check in / check out process was easy. The water, the horses, the peace and quiet were simply the best. Even got several good workouts in walking through the sand :) my husband loved driving on the island and the beach. It was a perfect vacation.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa S.

13 September 2023

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

Wonderful rental in Corolla

We had a fantastic time at this house! Michelle is very thoughtful and the communication was amazing. She has thought of everything you might need for a vacation and the house was stocked for everything we needed! This was our first visit to NC, and also our first experience on the 4x4 beach. She settled all our worries and we had an awesome time! The house was very clean and organized, check-in and check-out was very smooth. Michelle was available to answer any of our questions and has great tips to get you through the 4x4 beach. We loved it and greatly recommend staying here!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey D.

30 August 2023

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

Relaxing getaway!

Our first time in the 4x4 and we loved every minute! The house is exactly as pictured and it’s clear the owners put a ton of thought into how to make it feel like home even for renters who are borrowing the space, from the color and decor to the toys (cornhole, paddleboards, games!). We loved being far from anything commercial and taking morning drives to the beach. We saw many horses (at a distance of course) and only spent two half days out of eight in town. Lighthouse is a must, my first time back since being a little kid! There was truly no need to travel much and with our cooler in tow, it was easy to stock up on food before hitting the beach access road. My husband lovvvvvved getting to off-road in his truck. This was also an incredibly well stocked rental, from towels to kitchen items, grill with propane, water cooler, condiments etc. it really was like being at home, if only we were so lucky. :) I’d say this is not a fit for those looking to have a big party on the beach (goodness knows there’s plenty of properties like that) and a perfect fit for couples and families looking to enjoy peace, nature, quiet, and morning paddles / afternoon beach days. Plus that fire pit can’t be beat on calm evenings. As a bonus, host was a total delight to communicate with! I almost want to keep this place a secret, lol. Book and RELAX!

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Michael and Michelle

Mike and I (Michelle) purchased Dune What We Do as our 2nd home on 10/30/2021 and immediately went to work on renovating & improving. We did everything ourselves…from yard clearing & flooring to vinyl siding & fascia, plus a WHOLE LOT MORE! We are the 2nd owners & it has never been in a rental program, nor did we intend to rent it either. Then we decided we can’t be there every week… so why not share our home for others to enjoy? Although the calendar shows a lot of availability so we can be flexible for vacation dates, we only intend to rent the home a few weeks per year. With the exception of some more updates & additions planned for the end of 2022/early 2023, we plan to keep the house simple WITHOUT a pool or hot tub.

Our house is meant for a small family or a couple of friends to enjoy the natural vibe. We don’t have anybody managing it & want to keep it as our own which is why we chose to host it ourselves. When not making memories at Dune What We Do, Mike & I reside in Virginia Beach. Without traffic, it takes almost 3 hours by truck or 1 hour by boat (door to door) so we enjoy our home often. We hope you enjoy it as well.

Sincerely,
Michelle (and Mike)