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Mare Nostrum - Corolla, Whalehead, 430 Yds to Beach, Ocean View, Pool, Hot Tub, Events, Flex Stays

Very good

8 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 183677 sq ft

Popular amenities

Ocean view
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Lower Level Bedroom

1 King Bed

Lower Level Bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

Lower Level En Suite

1 King Bed

Mid Level Bedroom

1 King Bed

Mid Level Bedroom

1 King Bed

Mid Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Mid Level Bedroom

1 Single Bed

Mid Level En Suite

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Lower Level Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Lower Level En Suite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Mid Level En Suite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Mid Level Shared Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Mid Level Shared Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upper Level Powder Room

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Mare Nostrum - Corolla, Whalehead, 430 Yds to Beach, Ocean View, Pool, Hot Tub, Events, Flex Stays

Finished with high-end furniture, spacious 8 bedroom, 5.5 bath luxury home in sought after Whalehead community. Enjoy the country club lifestyle with oversized pool and relaxing hot tub. Keep the kids entertained with golf putting green, volleyball court, basketball hoop, swings and one of the most spacious yards in Corolla. Game room with pool table and wet bar. Large Flat screen TVs in every room. Beautiful views of ocean, bay and lighthouse from upper floor. Wrap around decks with plentiful space to relax and enjoy spectacular views of the Currituck Sound. Easy and safe access to exclusive Whalehead beaches via community boardwalk. Perfect for vacations with family and friends, reunions, weddings and other special events. Parking for 10+ cars. Convenient to Corolla shopping and dining. 430 yards to the beach.

Outside: 8 Parking Spaces, Basketball Goal, Putting Green, Swings, Volleyball Court, Gas Grill, Park Grills, Pool, Hot Tub, Tiki Bar.

Lower Level: King Master w/TV, Bedroom w/2 Bunks Sets & 1 Trundle w/TV shares Full Bath with King Bedroom w/TV, Rec Room w/Pool Table, Wet Bar, Fridge, TV, Washer/Dryer in Hall Closet.

Mid Level: King Bedroom w/TV & Deck Access shares Full Bath with Queen Bedroom w/TV & Deck Access, King Bedroom w/TV & Deck Access shares Full Bath with Bedroom w/Daybed & Trundle, King Master Bedroom w/TV & Deck Access.

Upper Level: Kitchen w/Bar w/6 Stools, 2 Dishwashers, Fridge w/Ice Maker, Table w/6 Chairs, Dining Table w/10 Chairs, Great Room w/TV, Deck Access, Half Bath.

2026 Pool Dates: 5/2 - 10/11

**Please be advised that a “video only” security camera is installed outside the home overlooking the driveway. The audio feature on the camera has been disabled. There are no other security cameras inside or outside the home.**

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Hot tub
Kitchen
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Vacation Rental Agreement must be signed within 24 hours to confirm booking. Agreement will be sent upon booking. Leaseholder must be 24 years old.

Pets are permitted only in homes advertised as pet-friendly and are limited to a maximum of 2 dogs.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system

About the area

Corolla

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Whalehead Beach, a neighbourhood in Corolla. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Currituck National Wildlife Refuge, while Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Whalehead are cultural highlights. Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars and Corolla Raceway are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Corolla, NC

What's nearby

Corolla Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Currituck Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Whale Head Bay - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Wild Horse Museum - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center - 9 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
‪Lighthouse Bagels - ‬4 min drive
‪Uncle Ike's Sandbar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
‪Salty Rim - ‬4 min drive
‪Bernie’s Brother - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mare Nostrum - Corolla, Whalehead, 430 Yds to Beach, Ocean View, Pool, Hot Tub, Events, Flex Stays pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mare Nostrum - Corolla, Whalehead, 430 Yds to Beach, Ocean View, Pool, Hot Tub, Events, Flex Stays?

As of 3 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mare Nostrum - Corolla, Whalehead, 430 Yds to Beach, Ocean View, Pool, Hot Tub, Events, Flex Stays on 23 May, 2026 start from S$733, 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 at Mare Nostrum - Corolla, Whalehead, 430 Yds to Beach, Ocean View, Pool, Hot Tub, Events, Flex Stays?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mare Nostrum - Corolla, Whalehead, 430 Yds to Beach, Ocean View, Pool, Hot Tub, Events, Flex Stays?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mare Nostrum - Corolla, Whalehead, 430 Yds to Beach, Ocean View, Pool, Hot Tub, Events, Flex Stays?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mare Nostrum - Corolla, Whalehead, 430 Yds to Beach, Ocean View, Pool, Hot Tub, Events, Flex Stays located?

Located in Whalehead Beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Corolla Beach and Outer Banks Beaches. Currituck Beach and Whale Head Bay are also within 1 mile (2 km).

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

7.2/10

Listing accuracy

Verified

8/10 Good

Oscar T.

1 Jun, 2023

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

Summer vacation

A-1

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise L.

1 Jun, 2024

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

Generational Family Vacation

We had such a great time!! As our time comes to a close here at the Outer Banks, I look back over the week at the fun memories we created. We celebrated a birthday, went to Sugar Planet, went crabbing and deep sea fishing, ate sooooo much good food and played in the pool until we were exhausted. I am so thankful for our week together The house was PERFECT! We’ve already requested the same week next year!!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

17 May, 2022

The Country Club

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house for a large group. Kitchen very well equipped. It was so nice to have the pool for the kids. Close to grocery store and other shopping in Corolla

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wesley S.

28 Jun, 2023

Family Fun

Response from VrboOwner on 10 Feb, 2024

We are so happy you enjoyed your time at Mare Nostrum Wesley! We are glad you all enjoyed the amenities such as the volleyball net and putting green! We look forward to seeing you again!

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

14 Jul, 2023

Amazing Family Reunion Home

Response from VrboOwner on 10 Feb, 2024

We love to hear about the amazing memories your family made at Mare Nostrum! Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We look forward to having you back so the kids can enjoy the pool on your next vacation!

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Roger B. B.

28 Jul, 2021

July 4th Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our 1st vacation of this nature in the OBX. We were very happy with our home and its location. The overall condition of the home was good and we enjoyed the property as a whole. The pool was great , we did have a small issue with the volleyball court. There is a slab of concrete in the middle of the court that is dangerous for future guests. We had one of the members of our party hurt their ribs when the dove for a ball in the sand. not serious, but for future guests, it should be removed.

Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2021

Thank you for sharing your experience. We are glad to hear you enjoyed the home and you time in the Outer Banks. We apologize for the issue you had with the volley ball court and are glad that no serious injuries became of that. We will certainly address this issue and thank you for this feedback. We hope to welcome you back to the beach as our guest!

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6/10 Okay

Cyara S.

12 Sept, 2023

Mare nostrum house review- “event house”

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: •HVAC, air filters were past due with being changed(someone from beach realty came to change after we contacted multiple times)•Stool in the kitchen was missing a leg•Basement fridge doesn’t close unless you have to force it shut. •No Propane for the grill•Poop in the outdoor bathroom •Dishwasher closest to the coffee pots does not latch to close and run dishwasher.•Landscaping not upkept for an “event” house- grass needed mowed, which we contacted multiple times to have it done for our event/ around pool needed swept and cleaned up •Upstairs freezer doesn’t stay frozen, food went bad.With it being an event house, and the additional fee we paid, it was just a little upsetting the minor inconveniences we ran into. Thank you for allowing us to give feedback, any questions or concerns please reach out.

Response from VrboOwner on 10 Feb, 2024

Cyara, we apologize for the inconviences that occured during your stay. We would have loved to have been given the chance to fix these things during your stay. I see the filters and grass was addressed for the event! WE did fixe the other items listed at your departure when we were made aware of them! We hope to see you again soon!

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brittany K.

16 Sept, 2024

Knestaut vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had an amazing time, the kids had a blast. This was our first time in OBX and definitely not our last!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W.

26 Jul, 2022

Loved Mare Nostrum!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our first vacation in the Outer Banks was amazing and our stay at Mare Nostrum attributed to that. The location was great as it is close to shopping, restaurants, and activities. The beach was a little walk but no to far. The house was very clean and it provided a kitchen filled with what we needed to prepare meals. We had plenty of room for our group of 20 and especially enjoyed the gathering area where we could all be together. The pool is large and the outdoor area was great. Having our own volleyball court was a nice addition. Only a few minor things that would be nice to be repaired the washing machine makes a very loud rattling noise, the bathtub drains need to be cleaned so the water doesn’t collect at your feet while showering, and one of the bar stools is in need of attention before it breaks completely. These issues weren’t terrible and didn’t affect our wonderful stay but they need addressing. We would definitely stay here again! Our favorite vacation house for sure!!!

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10/10 Excellent

Jody D.

12 Jul, 2022

Wonderful Family Vacay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was perfect for our group of 12 adults and 5 children (ages 1,2,3,9,12). The kitchen has everything needed to make food and drinks - pots, pans, griddle, coffee makers, and blenders with placeware and seating for everyone. We spent most of our time at the pool which was clean with plenty of chairs and loungers to relax on. The pool and outside areas are gated so we didn’t have to worry about the little ones. There was a cart, umbrellas, and sand toys for the beach along with cornhole and lots of balls for fun at the house. We brought an easy up for shade at the pool, a canopy for the beach, and coolers for drinks. There are fun/interesting things to do in the area and stores, restaurants, and the beer garden are a short drive or bike ride away. Small negatives - the beach is not too far away, but it’s a process to get everything there with little ones. You can hear the kitchen chairs being moved in the bedrooms below (maybe some felt liners on the legs would help). The little kids could open the front door from the inside, but the baby gate kept them on the kitchen level.

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank C.

5 Jun, 2022

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

Family vacation

Overall great stay .

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Penny R.

17 May, 2022

Beautiful Home!

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house was definitely one of the best we've ever stayed in at OBX! It was exceptionally clean, beautifully decorated and stocked, and conveniently close to the beach and shopping. Our favorites were the pool, the beds, and the TV's in every room (for when you wanted a little quiet, private time.) My only complaints were that with no carpeting in the main living area, every move is heard loudly through the floor down in the bedrooms, and also we couldn't find a broom! A broom would have been nice to keep up on the sand and things on the floor. But overall, this house is a WINNER and I definitely recommend it!

Response from VrboOwner on 23 May, 2022

Thank you for taking the time to leave review. This home is amazing! We appreciate you letting us know about the broom, we will make sure there is one in the home for future guests.

From a partner site

8/10 Good

17 May, 2022

Terrific Experience for Everybody

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

17 May, 2022

Beautuful Property!!

Response from VrboOwner on 30 May, 2022

The Country Club is a fantastic home, perfect for large groups. So glad everyone was able to enjoy all it has to offer. We hope to see you return!

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

17 May, 2022

Loved it!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was wonderful. The house is bright and spacious, the pool large and clean (with a swing where we can sit and watch the kiddies!). The bedrooms are large and comfortable. There was a supply of books--fiction, nonfiction, older and new--the kitchen was well-stocked with everything we needed to cook and eat the seafood that we bought. We had to call because there were no sheets on the beds nor bath towels in the rooms, and they were delivered promptly--on Sunday! The kids had a great time playing pool and volleyball. The ocean is within easy walking distance. I particularly loved that almost every room had a sliding door to the outside--but not the two rooms that were obviously for children. The upper deck was a favorite hang-out spot, and we also loved the hammock. The only drawback is that the stores, shops and restaurants of Kitty Hawk are at least (in good traffic) a 30 minute drive away. However, we attended Sunday services at the (very nice) Historic Carolla Chapel and that was just a short drive up the beach.

Response from VrboOwner on 26 May, 2022

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave feedback for us! Corolla is so beautiful in September and this home has so much to offer, especially the location! We hope you'll return to the Outer Banks and stay with Kitty Hawk Rentals in the future.

From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Chase T.

17 May, 2022

So So

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house worked for what we needed, but appliances were broken bugs were all over the place, even had to have pest control come out for Ants.m The house is for sale and I don't think it is being kept up.

Response from VrboOwner on 26 May, 2022

Thank you for the feedback, we appreciate it and hope to have you return with Kitty Hawk Rentals again.

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2/10 Terrible

Kathy B.

17 May, 2022

A Disappointment

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was fine, nice pool. The rental company was rude and did not respond to a concerns, despite a specific request for response. Additionally the pool people came into the pool area while my 12 yr olds were swimming and did not announce themselves or ask permission to enter. Then proceeded to add chemicals and kick the swimmers out of the pool at 1:00 on the first sunny day of vacation after several rainy days. Beach realty called and threatened us over the number of cars in the driveway, accusing us of having too many people in the house. Their own webpage indicates the driveway holds 10+ cars and we had 10. I can pay a lot less to be treated so poorly. Will not use Beach Realty again.

From a partner site

8/10 Good

17 May, 2022

Thanksgiving Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Family was the most important criteria is our stay, and this rental's size met those requirements. Could have been cleaner, and better supplied with kitchen equipment. Didn't even have potholders! No propane in the tank on the only night we planned to cookout. Oven was the alternative method for our burgers!

From a partner site

6/10 Okay

8 Sept, 2021

Family vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The week was perfect!

Response from VrboOwner on 11 May, 2022

Thank you, Bridget!

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Art T.

30 Jun, 2021

Great house

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house was perfect for our family, very spacious and we loved the space on the top floor.

Response from VrboOwner on 12 May, 2022

Thank you for sharing your experience. We are glad to hear that the home met your needs and you enjoyed your vacation. We hope to welcome you back to the beach very soon!

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

19 Oct, 2020

Country club

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Me and my family had a wonderful time in NC. The house was everything that’s pictured and more. It was clean and ready when we arrived. The pool guy came during the week to service the pool and hot tub which was nice, considering it had some sand in it. It was a great location to the beach and town.

Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2022

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your stay. We are so glad your family enjoyed their vacation at The Country Club!

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Diane R.

27 Sept, 2020

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Do not stay at Whalehead Beach, Property ID 4018141

Beach Realty is the worst. The house was filthy. The photos on the website show a clean beautiful house when we found ants, a mouse and dirt everywhere.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andrea A.

29 Aug, 2020

Loved this home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family of 17 loved staying in this home. Awesome pool and hot tub, beautiful crow’s nest views. Young adults loved the sand volleyball court.

Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jan, 2021

The owner takes pride in providing their guests the best experience and I am sure they will love to hear that you had everything you needed.

Verified

6/10 Okay

Sharon S.

4 Sept, 2019

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Wish I could say 5 stars

I would have loved to give this house a great rating, unfortunately the house needs to be power washed and repairs made to the outside. It is a beautiful home with plenty of room for our 17 family members but the dead bugs and droppings in door jams and on windows and siding, the terrible condition of the swing set, broken boards on the decks and various plies of junk make an excellent rating impossible. I will say the rental company responded to our various requests very quickly. When we arrived the beds had been made with dirty linens and house hadn’t been cleaned but they sent Becky to clean and she did an excellent job. We ended up having a wonderful vacation despite the rough start.

From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Pat N.

9 Jul, 2019

Country Club

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Filthy tile floor, ineffective ice maker. Two ground floor doors with broken locks, two of three gates to pool with broken locks, no large serving pieces , broken chair propped up, cable box in twin room broken. Good response from Beach for fixing locks. Not much else. To many discrepancies!!

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8 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Lower Level Bedroom

Lower Level Bedroom

Lower Level En Suite

Mid Level Bedroom

Mid Level Bedroom

Mid Level Bedroom

Mid Level Bedroom

Mid Level En Suite

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Lower Level Bath

Lower Level En Suite

Mid Level En Suite

Mid Level Shared Bath

Mid Level Shared Bath

Upper Level Powder Room

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Mare Nostrum - Corolla, Whalehead, 430 Yds to Beach, Ocean View, Pool, Hot Tub, Events, Flex Stays

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8/10 Good

Oscar T.

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10/10 Excellent

Denise L.

Generational Family Vacation

Denise L.

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

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10/10 Excellent

Wesley S.

Family Fun

Wesley S.

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

Amazing Family Reunion Home

Samantha M.

8/10 Good

Roger B. B.

July 4th Stay

Roger B. B.

6/10 Okay

Cyara S.

Mare nostrum house review- “event house”

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10/10 Excellent

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