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C9037 Sandy Cheeks. 4X4 Area, Canalfront, Private Pool, Hot Tub!

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Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
A heated pool
Dining
Living area

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Entire home

8 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 16302 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

C9037 Sandy Cheeks. 4X4 Area, Canalfront, Private Pool, Hot Tub!

**A 4x4 Vehicle is required to access this home, there are no paved roads in Carova. This home is located 9.6 miles from the 4-wheel drive on-ramp.****

This well-equipped home at the Outer Banks is the perfect place to get away with your family and friends and take in all the beauty this natural area offers. Enjoy the sun and surf, as well as two kayaks, private pool, hot tub, billiards and expansive decks. The home features 8 bedrooms including 7 en-suite bedrooms that multiple families can enjoy. You will love seeing the many wild horses roaming the area during your stay, often even in your own yard!

This home is located in one of the few secluded beaches left in America. Wild Spanish Horses roam free in this very special place on earth. This unique stretch of beach can only be accessed by a four-wheel drive vehicle. The beach house sits 8.5 miles from the pavement in Corolla Beach, NC. This drive will take you about 30 minutes depending on conditions. The home is canalfront and can also be accessed by boat via bulk-headed dock and public boat ramp. The ramp at the home can be used for kayaks, SUP and Foot access only. If you bring a boat, you need to use the public boat ramp to launch the boat. It's only a 1500 foot walk to the beach or a 2-minute drive. You'll love driving to the beach, setting up tents and grills, and staying all day! Ocean views from the third floor.

2023 Updates:
Replaced the 2nd Floor Deck Railings.
Replaced 2nd Floor Living Area Popcorn Ceiling.
Painted 3rd Floor Hallway.
Upper Level North Bedroom has new Paint, Furniture and Bedding, the Bathroom has New Paint, Tile Floor, Shower, Vanity, Toilet & Mirror.
Upper Level Small Bedroom with Half Bath has new Paint, Furniture and Bedding, the Half Bath has New Paint, Tile Floor, Vanity, Toilet & Mirror.

According to 'USA Weekend,' Corolla and Carova Beach have been described as ''one of the 10 best-undiscovered beaches on the East Coast.''

CNN rated Carova Beach number two in their Travel Webpage of the '10 secret beaches worth discovering' and continues to keep it at the top of the list!

Level 1 : Game Room w/8' Pool Table, Full Bath w/Jacuzzi Whirlpool, Kitchenette w/Dishwasher, Microwave and Full-size Refrigerator, Bedroom w/King, Fully Handicap Accessible Bath w/Private Entrance, Bedroom w/2 Pyramid Bunks, Access to Private Optionally-heated Pool & Hot Tub, Poolside Cabana w/Bar w/Overhead Fan & Rope Lights, Screened Porch w/Ambient Lighting, Private Outdoor Shower.

Level 2 : Master Bedroom w/Queen, Master Bedroom w/Queen, Great Room, Sliders to Covered Decks, Updated Kitchen w/Granite Counter-tops, Stainless Steel, Keurig & Drip Coffee Makers, Internet TV, Free Wi-fi.

Level 3 : Master Bedroom w/King, Master Bedroom w/Queen, Master Bedroom w/Queen, Master Bedroom w/Pyramid Bunk w/Half Bath, HE Front Loading Washer & Dryer, Private Balcony facing Canal, Access to Large Decks w/Ocean Views!

Extras : Boat Ramp & Dock, 2 Kayaks, 2 TVs, DirecTv, Internet TV (Netflix included), 2 BluRay Players, Washer & Dryer, Free U.S. Long Distance Calling & WiFi.

**2024 Pool Dates 4/27-10/27**
**2025 Pool Dates: 4/26 - 10/26**

Pool Heat $250
Please note that pool heat can only raise the temperature 10 degrees higher than the consistent ambient air temperature (60 degrees and higher), and that pool heat systems vary in capability based on temperature and other factors.

Beach Parking:
Parking passes are REQUIRED on Currituck County beaches between April 30 and October 1. This home provides TWO beach parking passes.

**Please be advised that surveillance equipment is installed outside the home facing the driveway.**

Property manager

Beach Realty of North Carolina, Inc.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator (full size)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 7.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Pool or billiards table

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Sailing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 3246 sq ft (302 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

Vrbo Property
1523-168860

About the neighborhood

Map
4x4 - Carova Beach, North Carolina

What's nearby

  • Swan Beach - 12 min drive
  • False Cape State Park - 14 min drive
  • Wild Horse Museum - 64 min drive
  • Corolla Beach - 106 min drive
  • Currituck Beach - 114 min drive

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moonrise Bay Vineyard - ‬197 min drive
  • ‪Carova Beach - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬195 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is C9037 Sandy Cheeks. 4X4 Area, Canalfront, Private Pool, Hot Tub! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at C9037 Sandy Cheeks. 4X4 Area, Canalfront, Private Pool, Hot Tub!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at C9037 Sandy Cheeks. 4X4 Area, Canalfront, Private Pool, Hot Tub!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is C9037 Sandy Cheeks. 4X4 Area, Canalfront, Private Pool, Hot Tub! located?

This family-friendly Corolla vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Outer Banks Beaches, False Cape State Park and False Cape Beach. Swan Beach and Estuarine Nature Walk are also within 6 mi (10 km).

C9037 Sandy Cheeks. 4X4 Area, Canalfront, Private Pool, Hot Tub! Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews" "

5.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Sharon T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointed
The property pictures on line are very outdated. The house is run down. Needs renovations. One bathroom smelled like sewer. Commodes were stained and dirty. Floors were not swept. Water has a terrible smell. Basement Bathroom was not finished around shower. One of the 3rd floor bathrooms smelled like mildew. The 3rd floor kids room floor felt like it was falling in. Sliding doors did not lock. Had to put a wood stop in them. 3rd floor deck is falling apart. Afraid to walk on it. Yard was unkept. Briars and weeds around deck and growing up pool enclosure. Too many things to list. On a good note; we loved the horses and the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Heidi M.

Not ready to be rented-well appointed beautiful home
We were directed to stop at the office in Duck to get beach passes, they were not there called & were told they were at the house. Got a call on the way to the house about some work bing done to the lower floor bathroom & that contractors would need to come back to get some construction materials, but not to worry they wouldn't be in the house. Arrived to find multiple men in the house replacing the lower level bathroom, this was not a bathroom repair but a remodel. The old toilet & sink were left on the property because the workers did not have room in their vehicle to remove it all. We paid the $250 fee to have the pool heated, the heater wasnt on. Reached out Sunday evening and the pool man came on Monday (without the text to let us know they were on the way we were told we would get). The breaker had been turned off (I assume by the workers) realized later that most of the lower level lights did not work, also because of a breaker issue. Sent a text sunday and Monday as well as a phone call regarding the washer not draining, was told a repairman would be out, he came and said that they dont repair this issue they would need a new unit. I emphasized that a new unit was needed because we had packed as if we had a working washer and dryer. Texted asking rental co about a replacement, response was that they had to get ahold of owner and would get back to me. I never heard back. Son's foot went through deck boards on boat dock. Floors werent swept & pool area had debris
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Rusty H.

Poor maintenance planning
We stayed at sandy cheeks from July 2-9. We had 22 people in the house. When we arrived our security code to get into the house didn’t work. Our welcome packet in the email stated to call or text a certain number with any concerns. We did, several times with no response. Thankfully the code worked later on in the evening and we were able to get into the house. The house could use some updates. The pictures are deceiving. On our 4th day there our hot water tank blew up. What a mess. We called the realty company asap on Wednesday morning when it happened. We were informed that the home owner knew the maintenance man was out of town for the week and didn’t organize another maintenance company to be on call. We went without hot water from Wednesday morning til Friday evening. We were informed that the home owner would be contacting us. We have been in contact with the realty company several times since then and still haven’t heard back from anyone. No response, no apology, no partial refund or any type of compensation. When you pay that much money to go on vacation you’d expect decent service. We will find another house to stay in next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yong Mi K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sandy Cheeks in the Storm
While we were rained out (in) most of the week due to a week long storm that hit the OBX and rest of the eastern shore-we were dry and snug as a bug in Sandy Cheeks. The 8 bedroom were well appointed and was charming and cozy. We enjoyed each others company playing games and eating and was able to truly relax and chill thanks to the weather and the hot tub. Highlights: The 4x4 drive in the storm was an adventure, a line horse appeared in front of the house and the Maile, the puppy enjoyed chasing the waves.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

paula k.

Awesome
Lots of adventures, quiet. Viewing horses spectacular. House just like it was pictured. Could do a better job of cleaning under furniture and beds.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020