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A Beach Vacation destination. EV friendly.

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A spacious kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with a glass table and white chairs, and a living area with a large TV and decorative items.

A multi-story building with a balcony on the second floor, a sign reading "SmileAway," and a basketball hoop in the foreground.

7 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

A spacious kitchen with grey cabinets, a large island with chairs, and a clock on the wall.

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Wonderful

Entire home

7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 183000 sq ft

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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

Explore the area

Corolla, NC

Place, Corolla Beach
‪6 min walk‬
Place, Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars
‪2 min drive‬
Place, Corolla Raceway
‪3 min drive‬
Airport, Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
‪79 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Corolla

Located in Whalehead Beach, this vacation home is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Corolla Beach and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.

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What's nearby

Corolla Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
Corolla Raceway - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
Currituck Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center - 8 min drive - 5.6 miles

Getting around

Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

‪Bernie’s Brother - ‬17 min walk
‪Nelly's Sand Bar - ‬14 min walk
‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min walk
‪Lighthouse Bagels - ‬16 min walk
‪North Banks Restaurant & Raw Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

A Beach Vacation destination. EV friendly.

You will 'Smile Away' all your everyday stress in this lovely seaside home. See our weekly rates!
Lots of attention to detail, the nice furnishings are
sure to delight your group. Enjoy a good book while sitting on the covered
deck, bask in the sun by the pool or go exploring on a leisurely bike ride.

Three of bedrooms have work place desks and monitors. We have high speed internet (500+Mbs and wireless LAN) and a network printer onsite
Great place to home office / telecommunte and be AT THE BEACH

Third Floor offers King master, greatroom, a fully stainless kitchen and powder room.

Mid-level has 4 bedrooms (1 is master King w/full bath) 2 full baths and
also has 1 with King and Trundle, 1 with 2 twins, and 1 with 4 Bunks.

Note that the 4 bunks are for children under 75 lbs each. These are not for teens or adults.

First Floor has a gameroom with pool table, wet bar w/full-size refrigerator,
2 Queen bedrooms (both with their own lockout full baths).

OUTSTANDING FEATURES AND EXTRAS:
Private Pool (); Hot Tub;
9 tvs including one 50' HDTV. Flat screens in all rooms.
Wireless LAN Very High Speed Internet
Pool Table;
2 Refrigerators;
2 Microwaves;
Screened Porch; 2-levels of decks w/Furniture;
Pool Furniture;
Outdoor shower in pool area,
large Hot Tub.

Beach Cart,

Ping Pong;
Volleyball;
Porch rocking glider;
Basketball Goal.
Cornhole set
Sorry no pets

NON-SMOKING
25 year old leaseholder minimum. Family groups only. No rentals to HS/Colllege groups. We do not rent to chaperoned student groups. If you are a chaperone with a student group, you will lose your lease and rent.

Keywords: Luxury Beach Home, Private pool, Very High Speed Internet, HDTVs in all bedrooms. Hot Tub/Spa,
Features an ADT security system with 3 outdoor cameras and a ring video doorbell.

All the TVs can be used for many of the popular streaming services such as Amazon and YouTube and Hulu. Some TVs have local service over the air. You will need to use your own streaming accounts.

EV Charger available for nominal fee - J1772 connector

The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 5.5 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 7 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a sofa bed. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer

Property amenities

Beach

Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Private pool

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Electric car charging station on site
Car required
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Kitchenette
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Water dispenser

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

7 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

5.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area

Entertainment

Games
Smart TV

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Work spaces

Computer monitor
Desk
Desk chair
Office
Printer

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
Area rugs in public areas
Handrails in stairways
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smooth flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: No smoking is allowed anywhere on this property

Services and conveniences

Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the marina
Near the sea

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Table tennis
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling 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
Water skiing nearby
Whale watching 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

General

Double-glazed windows
Electric car charging station
Housekeeping (on request)
Recycling
Some LED lighting used
Unit size: 3,000 square feet
Water dispenser

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Any smoking/vaping anywhere on the property will terminate your lease immediately. No refunds. No charging of any electric vehicles.

Your lease will be canceled with no refund if you are under 25 but pose as over 25 when booked or occupied. No refunds

Outdoor trash left by the guest will result in $500 fee Strict occupancy limit of 18 people, including babies

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Note from host: We limit occupancy to 18 people including babies.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking is allowed anywhere on this property

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Whalehead Beach within a short 9-minute walk of Corolla Beach and also 15 minutes on foot from Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars. You'll also find Currituck Beach and Whalehead within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at A Beach Vacation destination. EV friendly.?

Yes, there is an electric car charging station and wheelchair-accessible van parking available.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at A Beach Vacation destination. EV friendly.?

There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a private pool, a private pool in some house, as well as an outdoor pool.

Does A Beach Vacation destination. EV friendly. have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does A Beach Vacation destination. EV friendly. have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional), which is about 29.9 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at A Beach Vacation destination. EV friendly.?

Yes, every house at A Beach Vacation destination. EV friendly. comes with a balcony and some offer water views.

A Beach Vacation destination. EV friendly. Reviews

A great place to vacation with family

Very nice property served us well ! Beach was a lot further away then we thought but we just learned to take less and leave earlier ! The kids loved the volleyball court and basketball hoop ! Plenty of space and all the supplies you could need !

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wayne C.

Sep 19, 2023

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

Corolla Vacation

This was a multi family vacation. We had 11 adults. Very comfortable location. Short walk over to the beach, and the property has a nice pool and a hot tub. Well maintained and in good shape. Great time was had by all!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Jul 1, 2023

Jul 2, 2024

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

Family Connection

This property was perfect for our annual family vacation! We enjoyed the proximity to the boardwalk to the beach in the morning, pool in the afternoon, and the sand volleyball court in the evening. The house was clean and well maintained with lots of room for the family. We also appreciated that the kitchen was well stocked with amenities. We highly recommend 'SmileAway' as a perfect location to connect with family!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Denise R.

Aug 24, 2025

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

This is the second visit to the home. It is a great house plenty of space for everyone. In the kitchen everything you could ever need. The hurricane kept us indoors for one day but didn't have any effect on the house or us. The owner reached out to ensure we were safe and the house was unaffected. I highly recommend this property.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

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10/10 Excellent

Sharon G.

Jul 29, 2019

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

Family Vacation

We enjoyed Smileaway very much. After a day at the beach, the pool was really enjoyable. Picnic tables in the backyard were perfect for cleaning our crab dinner. The kitchen was well stocked with everything needed for our family group of 19. The upper deck was enjoyable in the mornings for a quiet start to the day.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

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10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Jul 20, 2025

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

The property met our needs very well with the number of bedrooms and baths and overall size. There was enough space for the kids and teens to do what they preferred, yet for us all 17 of us to be together for meal times and games. The pool was a huge hit with the extremely hot weather and we would never commit to another property without one. The Corolla location was nice being on the northern portion of the OBX, not as busy as other locations south. The Host was great and very much on top of every aspect of our stay and wanted to make sure everything was up to or exceeded our expectations. A great host and a great property.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

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8/10 Good

virginia r.

Jun 17, 2023

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

Family vacay

Our only concern was the distance to the beach was further than we expected. And carrying groceries up three floors. Lol Overall was a beautiful, clean house and pool for our large family.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

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8/10 Good

Kayla T.

Jun 13, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful location, clean home

Overall we really enjoyed our stay at this property! It was clean and easy to check in to. The beds were very comfortable and the set up of the home was easy to accommodate our large family. The kids really enjoyed the pool and easy access yo the beach. There were two nice sized wagons we could take to the beach and load up our chairs and lunch. The house has all the accommodations needed for a big family. We would definitely visit this area of outerbanks again! Favorite coffee shop: The Kind Cup Favorite beach area: coral beach access within the neighborhood. Also 10/10 recommend driving on 4x4 beach to see the wild horses!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

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10/10 Excellent

colleen n.

Aug 25, 2024

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

Fabulous family vacation

This was our first vacation with my entire family in many years. The property and the owner, John were absolutely perfect! House is spacious, beautiful and has so much already there to make our stay awesome! I can’t say enough about the house and location. Extremely close to beach and far enough for your own personal space. So many things to do close by. Owner communication was completely on point and extremely quick response to any questions. I would highly recommend to everyone! We want to go back again!! Thank you John for your beautiful house and hospitality! Colleen Naylor

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

Jul 19, 2025

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

Great week at the beach

We loved the property—great location—easily accessible to get to the beach, stores, restaurants and bike paths. We loved riding bikes from the property over to the lighthouse and around Corolla. John was an excellent host and communicator. The property had a great amount of indoor and outdoor space for our group of 10. We enjoyed that the property had lots of games and puzzles as we are game people! And the kitchen was stocked better than any vrbo I’ve ever been too—you would have anything you need to cook in the kitchen. Also loved that it had two very new fridges to use to store all our food and drinks. Loved all the beach stuff that you could use at the beach that was already there-wagon, chairs, boogie boards. I’d definitely recommend Smileaway to anyone coming to Corolla to vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JoLinda S.

Jul 9, 2023

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

Entire Family Vacation

Smile Away was the perfect place for a vacation with our adult children and their families. A close and easy walk to the beach for all ages and the pool and hot tub were all perfect for our crew. The kitchen was well stocked with everything you could possibly need. Plenty of dishes, utensils, pans, and appliances needed for a large crowd. The games were up-to-date and pieces all there which was a pleasant surprise. The layout of all the rooms allowed for privacy for everyone when it was wanted and their was plenty of room when we all wanted to gather. When contacting the owner, communication was quick and helpful. We'd stay here again in a heartbeat!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruth S.

Jul 15, 2023

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

Fabulous family fun

Great! Lots to do though rec room games needed a few fixes Pool and volleyball court were wonderful! Most bedrooms great, though bunk room a bit tight for teens; closets too full of things so not enough room for our stuff. But not a huge problem, we just moved a few things around. . Lovely kitchen but a bit crowded with extra things Mr. Carter was very accommodating and got us things quickly when we were missing them. Thank you! We had a memorable week together as a family of 18!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise R.

Sep 6, 2024

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

Couldn't Ask for More

This is the est house in 8 years of renting on OBX. The house was close to the Beach a short walk and very convenient to shopping and dining. We had a great time. The first house cancelled on us and I was a little leery of the revue. I don't know what these people were complaining about the host was very courteous to us and responsive. This house had everything you could want and need. Plenty of bedrooms and baths. The pool and hot tub were clean in great shape. The house had every convenience in the kitchen. The family agreed that this house was a great find. We will be back. Thanks for a great week.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ashlie W.

Jul 21, 2016

Perfect for us!

Our party of 8 adults and 6 kids (ages 2-7) loved SmileAway! The pool was wonderful and well maintained. The house is beautifully decorated and well stocked. A highlight for us was the kids play equipment in the back yard. Our little ones LOVED it. The backyard is big and private. It was a little further from the beach than we were expecting (ocean views were not visible except for the very top deck and even them only a sliver), but it worked fine for us as we don't want to pay oceanfront prices. John was wonderful to work with and stayed in contact with me throughout the stay to check in, answer questions, and give us a heads up about pool guy coming, i.e. The location of the home is great and very close to stores and restaurants. Our group might be smaller next year; otherwise we would have already booked again! Wonderful family vacation spot!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

Verified review

8/10 Good

Deidre S.

Jun 27, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Communication

Great property, great location, beware the owner

The kitchen is well stocked, the house is spacious. Sleeps 20 means 3 to a king size bed. Not enough pillow cases for the pillows. The owner constantly sent in people to do ‘maintenance’ without warning, even though he knew I had 12 girls in the house. Constantly wanted proof of who was in the house-had to submit drivers licenses twice, had to take pictures in front of the house as proof of being there. He gave the door pin to a stranger who snuck in to count the people in the house and said he didn’t need to explain. We had girls sleeping, dressing and walking around in PJs. He behaves wildly inappropriately. Pity, because it’s a great venue.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cornelia V.

Sep 3, 2022

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

Family Vacation

Great time. House was great in good location.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

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Property amenities

Beach

Pool/Spa

Internet

Parking and transportation

Kitchen

Dining

Bedrooms

Bathroom

Living spaces

Entertainment

Outdoor areas

Laundry

Work spaces

Comfort

Pets

Suitability/Accessibility

Services and conveniences

Location highlights

Things to do

Safety features

General

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Check-out instructions

Rules

Pets

Children and extra beds

Events

Smoking

Important information

You need to know

We should mention

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A Beach Vacation destination. EV friendly. Reviews

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Wonderful

8.8/10

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10/10 Excellent

JOHN P.

Beach House

JOHN P.

10/10 Excellent

Samantha F.

Great beach house

Samantha F.

10/10 Excellent

Andrea D.

Great house

Andrea D.

10/10 Excellent

Carla W.

Smile Away

Carla W.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Perfect Vacation for Large Family

Stephanie S.

10/10 Excellent