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Playing Hooky Ocean/Sound Views! Pool/Hot tub Game rm PETS allowed 4x4 beach

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, video games, DVD player, books
Exterior
Beach nearby

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10239 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Pool

About this property

Entire place

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

Playing Hooky Ocean/Sound Views! Pool/Hot tub Game rm PETS allowed 4x4 beach

Come Play Hooky...
Transport back to childhood when the thrill of getting away from your responsibilities could be as simple as ‘playing hooky’. Feel your shoulders drop as soon as you leave the hard road to drive on the 4x4 beach right next to the gorgeous, blue ocean.

Playing Hooky boasts all the amenities you can think of, for the relaxation and enjoyment of all ages. The game room, located on the entry level, has a pool table, kitchenette, flat screen tv with receiver, blu-ray player and Bose speaker surround sound, pub table and chairs, full bath and a large, comfortable seating area for entertaining. A duo bunk and twin bedroom on this level is perfect for the kids retreat, or a 4 person family. Outside is the huge heatable pool (fee) with picnic table and lounge chairs as well as a cabana bath and outside shower.

The laundry room and three bedrooms are on the next floor: one is a king with a private bath, the other two are kings with a shared bath. All upper and mid level bedrooms are equipped with every comfort as well as wall mounted Dish network tvs. Step outside for the cool ocean breeze on the screened porch, which overlooks the pool and has a 6 person hot tub and dining table. Sip a frosty beverage while watching the spectacular evening sky, or watch the children swimming in the pool below. The hot tub's location in the screened porch means no annoyance from flying pests while you soak.

Unwind as you top the stairs of the upper level. The lovely leather furniture, half bath and comfortable spaces are outdone only by the stunning ocean views. The fifth bedroom, a queen bedroom with private bath is also located on this level. Just past the island with seating for three is the well-equipped kitchen, with everything you will need to create a delicious meal. Nice quality flatware and place settings will create a beautiful table for 12.

Through the dining area is the bright and inviting sun-room equipped with card table and upholstered chaise for your lounging pleasure. Step through the sun-room to the west onto a wonderful sun deck with views of the Currituck Sound. Step through the sun-room to the east for spectacular ocean views and decking with outdoor seating and access to another level of decking above, the crow’s nest deck located on the roof. Take your favorite cool beverages to the crow’s nest and let all your cares blow away as you enjoy the spectacular sunsets from the built in seating. Look to the south for a view of the Currituck Lighthouse beacon and the Fourth of July fireworks at Heritage Park. Come and Play Hooky for a thoroughly relaxing retreat, and let this wonderful home free you from all of your cares.

Inventory for Playing Hooky:
• Pool table
• Game room w/ second frig, wet bar, blu-ray player, and Bose speakers stereo surround sound. Seating for 10.
• Leather sofa and love seat
• Cabana Bath
• Hot Tub located inside the screened porch
• Sun room right off kitchen for private moments
• Fully stocked kitchen
• Iron and ironing board
• Heatable pool ( for a fee)
• Wireless internet service
• Central heat and air
• Dishwasher, microwave
• Washer/Dryer
• Outdoor Furniture
• Outdoor Shower
• Gas Grill
• Five beach chairs


Saturday Check in - 4 wheel drive vehicle required - Sheets and towels available for a fee - approximately 3 miles up the 4x4 beach - Dogs allowed with some restrictions - Pool and hot tub typically open middle of May to the end of Sept dependent upon weather and rental schedules. Parking at the house is free and unlimited. Guests will use the two season passes that belong to the house for parking on the beach No graduation or event groups of any kind are allowed in any of our homes.

Save money by booking directly on the Carova Cottages website:

Property manager

Owner/Manager David and Laura James

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table
  • Wet bar

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,576 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 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

Rates Reduced September 2nd Living RM W/pool Table Wifi House
2135-111967
Rates Reduced September 2nd Living RM W/pool Table Wifi Corolla
Rates Reduced September 2nd Living RM W/pool Table Wifi

About the neighborhood

Map
Carova, North Carolina

What's nearby

  • Swan Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Currituck Beach Lighthouse - 25 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Whalehead - 27 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Corolla Beach - 35 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Currituck Beach - 45 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 156 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Uncle Ike's Sandbar & Grill - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Corolla Pizza & Deli - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Cosmo's Pizzeria - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪The Corolla Beer Garden - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Ned's Ice Cream & Convenience - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Playing Hooky Ocean/Sound Views! Pool/Hot tub Game rm PETS allowed 4x4 beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Playing Hooky Ocean/Sound Views! Pool/Hot tub Game rm PETS allowed 4x4 beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Playing Hooky Ocean/Sound Views! Pool/Hot tub Game rm PETS allowed 4x4 beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Playing Hooky Ocean/Sound Views! Pool/Hot tub Game rm PETS allowed 4x4 beach located?

This family-friendly Corolla vacation home is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Swan Beach and Outer Banks Beaches. Currituck National Wildlife Refuge and Estuarine Nature Walk are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Playing Hooky Ocean/Sound Views! Pool/Hot tub Game rm PETS allowed 4x4 beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cole J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect location
we had 8 adults and house worked really well for us. the location was ideal. great views and very clean, and if you have any issues Laura will take care of it, as she did for us. GREAT property manager.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Stacy B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good time
We had a great time staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful vacation
We had a great time on vacation. Property was nice and comfortable for the family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

mike m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house
We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Dugersuren A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Overall great place to have family vacation. Host was very responsive. I recommend the place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Oksana Y., United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation spot
We enjoyed our stay very much Great location! place had everything you need! Just relax and enjoy the experience
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Playing hooky
Nice location and beautiful views. There were some issues but the property manager was quick to respond.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
We had a great time and made lots of wonderful memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Gennene P.

August 2024
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: Playing Hookey was a very nice place to stay on our vacation. We loved the pool was to the side of the house and in the sun the entire day.

6/10 Okay

Rachel D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great family vacation!
We have rented many places and the appeal of this place comes from the wild horses that came on to the property several days of the trip. Our evenings on the upper deck and our short drives to the beach we’re our favorite parts of this stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philippe D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Beach House
Playing Hooky is an ideal place for families to enjoy Carova Beach. Everything was super clean. Kids loved the pool and hot tub. Internet connection is excellent so you can stream and even work from here.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Getaway
Great, relaxing view from the crow's nest. House is as described online. Walking distance to beach.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved Playing Hookey!
The house was wonderful. Lots of space inside, well appointed both inside and out. Great outside spaces, lots of decks and nice pool. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Randy W.

Whalen
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: We had a fantastic time. The home is beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charla B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love love love OBX!
Playing hooky was perfect for our family of 9! We saw horses every day, short truck ride to beach (walked some days). Comfy beds, great views, loved the crows nest! Laura was super awesome!! DEFINITELY recommend booking thru her!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
July2-8,2022
We enjoyed our stay at Playing Hooky. Kitchen was very well stocked with plenty of room for 9. Laura was always quick to respond to our texts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Bill D.

A great time Playing Hooky
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: We really enjoyed our stay at Playing Hooky, wonderful vacation house with a ton of space and play areas, very easy walk to the beach as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Amber F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Location
We loved our stay at playing hooky! The location was perfect for our family vacation. The home itself was well stocked and comfortable and the views from the decks and crow's nest were breathtaking. We saw horses every day, sometimes right in the yard! It's just a short drive to the ocean for a day on the beach and we also enjoyed spending time by the pool. Groceries/Restaurants etc. are a bit of a drive - but not inconvenient by any means. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4x4 Heaven!
What a blast when the only way to your home is in a 4 wheel drive vehicle. Reaching your destination, (2.7 miles on the sand) is a huge adventure as you cruise parallel to the beautiful ocean with statuesque horses calmly grazing about alongside their family! Truly a gift!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea Z., Ohio

Summer 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: It was the best week ever! The horses came almost every day, the house was awesome, had everything! The management company went above and beyond our expectations, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Steven and Betty M. M.

Playing Hookey
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: Had a wonderful time...weather at the beginning was stormy but enjoyed family time then the last of the vaca was on to the beach. Plenty of horses, sun and sand. House was great with lots of activities and amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Rita H.

Best house ever
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: Love this house .. very close to the beach.. amazing views from the deck to see the ocean.. lots of room .. the pool is a very good size plenty of room for everyone to play and float .. I will be renting this house for next years .. kids loved the game room
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10/10 Excellent

Diana D.

Playing Hooky was fantastic peaceful and clean
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: We had an amazing time at OBX. Laura and their rental team was wonderful to deal with. We had a couple minor issues but they were on the scene with assistance within minutes of my call. We look forward to going back and using their rental services again next year. The home was very clean one of the cleanest I've stayed in.
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10/10 Excellent

Peter T., Fishers, IN

Playing Hooky July 2023
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: Cottage was exactly as advertised. This is the second time we visited this cottage. The other time was a week in 2021. Visit was excellent each time. Laura, the property manager is great and if there is an issue, she responds and corrects the issue quickly.
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10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Perfect Vacation!
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: What a wonderful house and a wonderful week away! House had everything we could possibly want, was a great location and could hear the waves at all times and watching the sunrise and sunset from the nest up top was worth it! Already regretting coming home, wish we could have stayed longer! Next year! Always a wonderful trip and love renting from Carova Cottages, everything is taken care of!