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C9236 Sweet and Salty. 4x4 Area, Ocean Views, Pool, Hot Tub, Linens

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Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby
Game room
Exterior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10266 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • 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.

C9236 Sweet and Salty. 4x4 Area, Ocean Views, Pool, Hot Tub, Linens

**A 4x4 Vehicle is required to access this home, there are no paved roads in Carova. This home is located 9.3 miles from the 4-wheel drive on-ramp.**

Stay in the peaceful 4x4 area of Carova Beach and enjoy the unspoiled coastline of sandy beaches! This gorgeous 5-bedroom semi-oceanfront home is located on the 4x4 section of the Outer Banks, Carova Beach, so get ready to shift gears and unwind. Beautifully decorated with attention to every detail, this home is sure to have your family coming back year after year.

Unobstructed ocean views abound on the main floor of this home where the open concept design provides the perfect space for gathering and creating lasting memories. The well-equipped kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a large island, and everything else you might need to whip up the perfect meal. Or, if you prefer cooking outdoors, a gas grill is provided along with a second refrigerator conveniently located on the ground floor.

For more outdoor living, take your pick from the 5 decks - enjoy the ocean breeze while dining with the family on the main deck off the great room, watch the sun rise and the wild horses graze while sipping your coffee on one of the private master suite decks, or read a book on the covered deck overlooking the private pool below. The pool, hot tub, and game room (with pool and shuffleboard tables) offer the perfect way to wind down after a day on Carova's pristine beaches. The home is a short walk to the beach, or you can take advantage of one of the greatest benefits of the 4-wheel drive beaches and load up your vehicle with everything the family will need for a day on the beach and drive right on the beach! This home-away-from-home offers countless opportunities for spreading out or relaxing together on your family vacation - a vacation that is sure to be a totally unique experience.

Additional Amenities: Private Pool (12x25), Hot Tub, Pool Table, Shuffleboard Table, 2 Full-size Refrigerators, Coffee Maker, Keurig Coffee Maker, Vitamix, 3 TVs, Smart TV, wireless internet, Ceiling Fans in every Bedroom, Gas Grill, Poolside Furniture, Outside Shower, Books, Games, Puzzles, Beach Toys, Highchair, Pack-n-Play. Keyless Entry. No smoking. No pets.

Outside: Gated Pool, Hot Tub, Outdoor Shower & Gas Grill.

Ground level: Bedroom w/2 Twins. Game Room w/Queen Sleeper Sofa, 50”4K TV, Pool Table, Shuffleboard Table & Sliding Glass Doors leading to Hot Tub & Pool Area. Full Bathroom shared w/Bedroom & Game Room. 1 Car Garage w/Full Size Refrigerator.

Mid Level: Queen Master Bedroom w/Private Bathroom w/Double Sinks, Private Covered Deck. Queen Bedroom & Bedroom w/2 Twin Bunk Sets w/Shared Full Hall Bath w/Double Sinks & Shower/Tub Combo. Powder Room on Landing to Upper Level. Access to Covered Pool View Deck. Laundry Area w/Washer & Dryer.

Upper Level: Great Room w/Ocean Views, Tray Ceiling, Open Concept, 50 " 4K TV, and Sliding Glass Doors leading to Deck w/Seating for Outdoor Dining. Spacious Kitchen w/Large Island offers Seating for 4 w/access to Pool View, Deck opens to Great Room and Dining Room. Ocean view Master King Bedroom w/tray ceilings, 50” 4K TV, Sliding Glass Door access to Private Deck w/Ocean Views, Private Bathroom w/Double Sinks.

Pool Size: 12x25

2025 Pool Dates: 5/1 - 10/31

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

Property manager

Beach Realty of North Carolina, Inc.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Deck

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks 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: 2864 sq ft (266 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

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

876141
Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
4x4 - Carova Beach, North Carolina

What's nearby

  • False Cape State Park - 11 min drive
  • Swan Beach - 62 min drive
  • Wild Horse Museum - 63 min drive
  • Corolla Beach - 106 min drive
  • Currituck Beach - 114 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Carova Beach - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬193 min drive
  • ‪Moonrise Bay Vineyard - ‬195 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does C9236 Sweet and Salty. 4x4 Area, Ocean Views, Pool, Hot Tub, Linens have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is C9236 Sweet and Salty. 4x4 Area, Ocean Views, Pool, Hot Tub, Linens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at C9236 Sweet and Salty. 4x4 Area, Ocean Views, Pool, Hot Tub, Linens?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at C9236 Sweet and Salty. 4x4 Area, Ocean Views, Pool, Hot Tub, Linens?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is C9236 Sweet and Salty. 4x4 Area, Ocean Views, Pool, Hot Tub, Linens located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 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).

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C9236 Sweet and Salty. 4x4 Area, Ocean Views, Pool, Hot Tub, Linens Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 20 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Jonathan H.

After Christmas getaway
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was 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: We came to enjoy the week after Christmas with our children. The location was great, the property is pretty new. The game room was awesome, hot tub was appreciated. I assume the property was vacant for a while prior to our rental as there were cobwebs on the stairs and a few other cleanliness issues. Otherwise, great place.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
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8/10 Good

Jennifer F.

Family Trip for Dad's 70th Birthday
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was 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: If you are looking for a quiet secluded location this house is perfect. The house was beautiful with great views. I would suggest bringing your own linens. The linens provided where very poor quality with stains on some. With the house being so new I had expected it to be very clean however the windows were dirty, baseboards and light fixtures dusty. We ended up cleaning the sliding glass doors so we could see the views better. The house was decorated nicely and kitchen was well stocked. Check in was easy and quick. Overall a nice house just needs a good cleaning.
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6/10 Okay

cindy K.

Nice house - not clean!
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was perfect for our family, seemed like the owners put a lot of thought into the set-up and the organization. BUT, the cleaning company was not thorough at all. The floors were full of sand & crumbs, the carpets were not vaccuumed, the oven had food that had burned in it and someone just put foil on the bottom to attempt to cover it up, there was no toilet paper when we arrived (thankfully we brought our own!), the grill was very dirty and needed to be cleaned before we could use it. I could go on and on. Overall, it was a great experience - I would recommend they hire other cleaners though!
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6/10 Okay

A guest from Somerset, PA

Love the Beach
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very unhappy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The property description claimed “unobstructed ocean views” which is totally inaccurate. Couldn’t even see the ocean; the view was wires and a house being built across the way. Doesn’t quality as “unobstructed oxen views” in my opinion. Well-equipped kitchen had terrible pots, pans, etc. Beach chair selection was poor! Not impressed by main deck of great room. Grill didn’t heat up! Kitchen garbage can was dirtiest stinkiest have ever seen. The toilet on bottom floor rocked. Yellow water in tub on bottom floor! First time renting from Beach Realty, correspondences were great, disappointed with what I read and expected with what I got. Wasn’t like it was cheap. Also didn’t like the fact that parking passes had to be picked up after they are returned from previous guests so gad yo wait around. Beach is beautiful & wild horses daily! My family also takes our own sheets & while making the beds found iPad left by previous guest which made me question the changing of sheets. And towels were terrible. Sorry to complain but wish I would have chose differently!
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10/10 Excellent

rebecca L.

Beautiful and Relaxing
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: This home is gorgeous. Everything was clean. The outside areas, outdoor furniture, pool, hot tub, all of it was clean and inviting. We enjoyed our stay very much.
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10/10 Excellent

William D.

Darn near perfect
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: This was our 1st trip to Carova, but will not be our last. Our house had everything we needed and wanted. It was just me, the wife, and two boys (9 and 11). Everyone loved the pool and hot tub and the boys really loved the rec room on rainy days. There was plenty of bedrooms for our group (might argue we got too much house for just us 4, but hey, #treatyoself). Pulling into the driveway we were greeted by two locals (horses). How amazing! We hoped to see horses at least once on our 5-night stay... we saw horses every day (multiple times most days). And by "we saw horses", I mean they were either in our yard or the house across the street (so close). It was super cool. My only 'gripe' about this particular house is that the master bathroom shower floor felt soft, a bit bouncy, and at a non-intentional angle. I'm no contractor, but assume the subfloor is not doing so hot. Kind of a bummer on such a nice, new-ish house, but when we told management, they said they'd investigate for future renters. And we hope they do because we are very likely to be future renters at this same house again! Literally no other complaints - and the shower situation didn't stop us from using the shower, it was just a minor, noticeable 'thing.' Beach driving was fun, neighbors were respectful, Corolla offered some fun day-trip activities. All in all a great experience.
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10/10 Excellent

William D.

Darn near perfect
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: This was our 1st trip to Carova, but will not be our last. Our house had everything we needed and wanted. It was just me, the wife, and two boys (9 and 11). Everyone loved the pool and hot tub and the boys really loved the rec room on rainy days. There was plenty of bedrooms for our group (might argue we got too much house for just us 4, but hey, #treatyoself). Pulling into the driveway we were greeted by two locals (horses). How amazing! We hoped to see horses at least once on our 5-night stay... we saw horses every day (multiple times most days). And by "we saw horses", I mean they were either in our yard or the house across the street (so close). It was super cool. My only 'gripe' about this particular house is that the master bathroom shower floor felt soft, a bit bouncy, and at a non-intentional angle. I'm no contractor, but assume the subfloor is not doing so hot. Kind of a bummer on such a nice, new-ish house, but when we told management, they said they'd investigate for future renters. And we hope they do because we are very likely to be future renters at this same house again! Literally no other complaints - and the shower situation didn't stop us from using the shower, it was just a minor, noticeable 'thing.' Beach driving was fun, neighbors were respectful, Corolla offered some fun day-trip activities. All in all a great experience.
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10/10 Excellent

Crystal R.

Beach review
Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: Great home and great location! Kitchen was well stocked with a lot of necessary items, didn’t need to bring any pots pans/cooking utensils. Plenty of linens for each bedroom and bathroom. Our family loved the pool and hot tub, especially on days where we were done with the beach but still wanted to play. We were able to see the wild horses at least once or twice almost every single day, sometimes right in our yard. Would definitely recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Leah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for relaxing off the beaten path
We loved the quiet and more isolated feel of this property. It was very comfortable and well appointed (only thing we found missing was a can opener). The views were incredible and the space fit our three families and children very well with enough spaces to feel like we could retreat and have privacy when we wanted it. Overall an amazing stay if you aren’t looking for busy nights on the town and tons of crowds.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Off the grid
First time for us to stay in 4x4 area (been there on day trips) and it did not disappoint. Wild Horses daily, fishing twice daily with high tides. Quiet, family-oriented. Only advise you do your best to pack all provisions. Despite our best efforts to pack for the week, still required a couple of trips to Corolla. The effort to go to the store to “pick up a few things” is :30 each way of beach driving plus the time driving on roads and in the store. That’s when being that far off the grid does not work in your favor.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claudia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!!!
The house was amazing and in a great location! The 4x4 beach was a unique experience and WE DID SEE the horses!!!!!! The only thing was having to travel to the nearest restaurant or shop…. It’s a 30-40 ride ….so bring all you need to this paradise So you can forget about the rest!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

2/10 Terrible

Anna Lisa H.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
On-site description was not clear that there was no road access to the home. We had to drive through 15 miles of sand dunes and was stuck and had to be towed. Arrive to house to find it wide open and dirty. Attempted numerous times since being home to speak with management via email no response. House is pretty don’t get me wrong but more suitable for locals who are familiar with area. Left next day due to damage to our vehicle. Vacation was ruined in our eyes. Expensive lesson don’t want anyone else making same mistake.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, and Relaxing!
This is a perfect place to relax and enjoy the beach!!! Never over crowded, and it's a beautiful area!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet and Salty
Wonderful home with great decor. Kitchen was well stocked with everything needed to prepare/cook for the group. Lots of inside activities as well as outdoor (besides the beach). Quick access to the beach via walking or vehicle. Pass for parking on the beach provided at property which was a big plus. Great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The 4x4 area of OBX is the place to relax.
The house was in immaculate shape when we arrived. Spotless with fresh linens and ready to go. The beach was just a short walk across the street. Our entire family loves nature and wildlife so we enjoyed seeing wild horses, mocking birds, rabbits, right near the house. The beach didn't disappoint either. We saw bald eagles, ospreys, great black-backed gulls, a northern gannet, sanderlings. An immature harbor seal stopped by to rest on the beach for a couple of days. A local non-profit group set up a perimeter to keep it safe. There were plenty of great restaurants and shops open to check out when we made a trip into town. Will definitely visit again. The only MINOR issue we had was internet wasn't working and the paperwork hadn't been updated with passwords for the backup connection. Again..minor. You'll love the views and relaxation at this beautiful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Ronnie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
I would never use this rental company again
There are several reasons I wouldn’t book here again. Communication with the rental company is the biggest reason. Before I sent a deposit I called to make sure the house has wifi internet bc I have to work from home daily. When we arrived no wifi on Saturday and we did not have wifi until Thursday of that week. We informed the rental company of no wifi when we arrived. I was told it would be working on Monday. The internet company had to send a crew out to run a line from the pole to the house across the street. The front stairs were missing a tread to step on and the pool had trash in it. When I say trash I don’t mean leaves or outdoor debris, I mean garbage actually in the pool. I feel the rental company was to blame for our issues imagine going on vacation and the kids not having any television to watch the until the 5th day you’ve been there! Not so much a great vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tylan V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
This house was beautiful! They had extra games and things to do, a pool and hot tub, everything was clean and well kept! We seen the wild horses in our yard everyday and the beach was just across the road. Overall a great trip and we will definitely book this home again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Last minute haven
We had a wonderful time at this amazing property. We saw houses every day and the view was amazing. The home had everything you'd need and more.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend!
Beautiful home in a great location. Spacious and new. Would stay again. Only minor concerns were that they don't tell you that the previous house guests are responsible for leaving paper items for the next guest, i.e. TP, paper towels. So they were limited to start off. Also, there is only a Keurig coffee system, so we had to drive back into town to get those, too. We also could not find the recycling center as depicted on the map provided in the house information. Other than those minor issues, the place is amazing and our stay was excellent! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Ami M.

Family Vacation
Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: Absolutely fantastic beach house and vacation! The owners took just about everything into consideration from the fully stocked kitchen to the small touches. The game room was a huge hit for our family when it rained. We loved the views and the outdoor furniture so much that we ordered some of the same for our own pool deck!! Comfortable beds too! It was like our home away from home. I’d highly recommend!!