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Escape to this 4th row beach cottage, nestled near the Corolla wild horses and magnificent sunrises. Unwind on the large covered deck with a screened in room, or enjoy surfing and fishing at the nearby beach. With two king master suites, spacious kitchen, washer/dryer usage included.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

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

Shore Relaxing!, Ocean views, Wild horses, Farm house cottage, and dog friendly!

MUST HAVE A TRUE 4X4 VEHICLE! To access the property via beach road. (6.75 miles from the paved road) sugary sand, ground clearance could be an issue. 7.5”+ of ground clearance is recommended.
Air down tires to 18-20psi.

Only a short walk (1500ft) to the beach from this 4th row beach cottage. Enjoy the 4x4 family friendly beach. Located near the Corolla wild horses, great surf fishing, with magnificent sun rises and sun sets. A short drive to shopping, dinning, the Corolla historic village and light house. Public boat launch located at Carova park.

Enjoy the ocean breeze on the large covered deck of this cottage with a screened in room for a private setting. Two king master suites. Full size bunk beds in hall loft. 2.5 bath with an outdoor shower to rinse sand and salt from the ocean. Spacious kitchen with dining room table.

Bath towels, sheet and bed spreads. cleaned between guests.
Disinfected between renters.
Includes washer and dryer usage.
Charcoal grill provided. Please bring your own charcoal.
Dogs are the only pets permitted, pet fee applies.
NO FIRES in fireplace.
NO FIRES in yard.
Minimum age of 25 for primary renter.
Recycle in blue trash cans, bottles and cans only.
All trash must be bagged. Trash bags are provided.
We highly encourage the purchase of rental/vacation insurance due to storms and the beach only access.

4 beach chairs, beach umbrella provided.

Beach Parking - Currituck County requires beach parking permits between Last week of April thru first week of October
2 parking permits come with rental

Parking Permits are not required to drive on beach.

Please let Vrbo know you are traveling with pets to get an accurate pricing.

You can buy ice and t-shirts at the Carova Firehouse.

All wheel drive is not 4X4

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

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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 9:30 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

Rules

Lost or missing at check out Additional Fees: $150.00 per Beach Parking Pass, $25.00 Keys $250.00 undisclosed pet or any pet other than a dog
All trash must be bagged. Recycling bottles and cans only in blue trash can. Trash bags are provided.
No fires allowed on property inside or out.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Current on shots on flea and tick $20/night

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: no crib provided

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Private Cottage on 4x4 Beach With Ocean Views Wild Horses
Farmhouse Cottage on 4x4 Beach With Ocean Views Wild Horses
Cottage on 4x4 beach with ocean views and wild horses Cottage
Cottage on 4x4 beach with ocean views and wild horses Corolla
very private cottage on 4x4 beach with ocean views wild horses

About the neighborhood

Located in Corolla, this cottage is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Currituck National Wildlife Refuge, while Wild Horse Museum and Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education are cultural highlights. Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars and Corolla Raceway are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Corolla travel guide
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Restaurants

  • Beach Week
    44 min drive
  • hunters feast
    192 min drive
  • Second Thoughts Beach Redoubt
    13 min walk
  • Mc's bar
    13 min drive
  • Crab Cantina
    189 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shore Relaxing!, Ocean views, Wild horses, Farm house cottage, and dog friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Shore Relaxing!, Ocean views, Wild horses, Farm house cottage, and dog friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shore Relaxing!, Ocean views, Wild horses, Farm house cottage, and dog friendly!?

Check-out is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Shore Relaxing!, Ocean views, Wild horses, Farm house cottage, and dog friendly! located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Currituck National Wildlife Refuge and Outer Banks Beaches. False Cape State Park and False Cape Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Shore Relaxing!, Ocean views, Wild horses, Farm house cottage, and dog friendly! Reviews

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Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mac W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property and host. Cleanest, best Vrbo ever!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer I.

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

Amazing place

We had a wonderful time and will certainly be back. House was clean and well equipped for everyone.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing! One of our best vacations yet. The house was perfect, felt like home away from home. We saw the horses almost everyday. Lots of history in the area. This place exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aj R.

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

Spring break

Beautiful house, very clean, and well furnished.Nice location, you can see and hear the ocean while remaining somewhat secluded. Would definitely recommend staying here
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James K.

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

Nice Place

Have stayed in several places in Carova, this is one of our favorites. The house was very clean and had ample space and amenities. Communication from the owner was great. Plenty of privacy and is on the south side of Carova, so it's closer to the 4x4 access. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

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

Beautiful and Peaceful Property

We loved our stay here. The home was beautiful, well maintained, and very clean. Check in/out was easy. The surrounding property is lush and private. Very family and dog friendly. 4x4 is of course a must, as it’s a hike from the pavement down the beach. Grocery/food options are nonexistent nearby but the seclusion is what makes this area special.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at Shore Relaxing! The house was clean and just as described. Plenty of space for our family. It had all the necessary amenities and was comfortable. It was just a short walk to the beach but we often drove to transport coolers, chairs, etc. We loved seeing the horses right in our driveway! We would absolutely stay here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

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

Amazing place

Beautiful and very clean
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn F.

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

Perfect beach getaway

We loved our stay at the property! Everything was extremely clean and this was a well-stocked home with excellent amenities and everything you need for a small or large group. It was a cooler time of year, but we still enjoyed beach walks and drives around where we would see the horses. The owners provided clear instructions and their info on airing down for beach access was essential!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gene A.

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

Great Time

We had a great time! Easy access to the beach, awesome property, and beautiful house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom T.

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

Beach house

Extremely clean,have never saw a property stocked with all the amenities
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

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

Clean and well stocked

The house was very clean and in great shape. It also had just about everything that you need - spices, condiments, games, beach chairs and beach games, etc. The owners are very responsive and answered all of my questions about the property and the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Going to Carova/Corolla was a bucket list trip for me. It didn’t disappoint. I saw lots of horses, lazy days on the beach and relaxing afternoons and evenings. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly P.

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

Amazing Vacation

Shore Relaxing is a stellar property in a beautiful location! This cottage provided the relaxing vacation we were looking for! Well maintained, extremely clean and stocked with absolutely everything you need. The owners have thought of absolutely everything to make you feel at home in this beach rental. Can’t say enough good things about this home!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stan W.

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

Exceeds Expectation

The host has done everything possible to anticipate your needs and has provided many extras. The home is extremely clean and comfortable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennell S.

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

Wonderful House

My family loved this house! My husband, son, and I brought our Coonhound and another couple to the beach! Everything was provided for our week! The house is so well stocked for cooking and hanging out at the house! The beds were comfortable, the living room furniture was comfortable, the house was perfect for 2 couples and a child! We truly enjoyed our week at Shore Relaxing!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue T.

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

Serenity and Relaxation

From the start of our reservation through our stay the property owners were very responsive to any questions we had. The property was bright, spacious, very clean and perfect for our stay. We loved the ability to cook some meals and appreciated having some of the basic seasonings and condiments available. The location was perfect for relaxing and enjoying the 4 x 4 beach along with plenty of sightings of the wild horses. Perfect stay! We highly recommend this rental to anyone wanting to escape to a quiet remote area with all the amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marla C.

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

Shore Relaxing

The name of this property says it all. The house was beautiful and clean. The wrap around deck was incredible. The proximity to the beach was fabulous. We saw horses a few days even got to see a baby sea turtle crossing. The owners were so responsive when we had questions and they had the house fully stocked with everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Gem in Paradise

Shore Relaxing is an amazing place. The house is absolutely beautiful and in a great location. We spent time hiking False Cape State Park (VA)...we found a gate to enter from NC. We also explored the Currituck Beach Lighthouse Park/Maritime Museum and hiked Currituck Banks Preserve. The wild horses made daily visits which excited, cautiously, our dog Roscoe. We look forward to a return to Shore Relaxing and would recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

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

Perfect Week

Brought my son to Outer Banks for his last vacation pre-College. The house was perfect. Clean. Everything we needed. Owner was gracious and over accommodating. I can’t say enough great things. It’s a perfect place for a small family or even two couples. Being able to bring our two small dogs made it even better.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

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

Such a relaxing vacation

Can not say enough great things about this beach house! Hosts were great house was immaculate. They really thought of everything and even have your furry companions in mind which we really appreciated. Location was perfect for us. We saw horses everyday and even got to watch them graze in the backyard. This was everything we had hoped and more. We will definitely return ! 🐴☀️🌊
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna H.

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

Secluded Retreat

First off, I want to give a huge Thank You to the host's of Shore Relaxing!! The name of this property should set the tone for what is to come, on a vacation. The drive out on the 4 × 4 beach is beautiful, especially when we were greeted by the wild horses. The house is amazing & has this old, world charm about it but with the modern needs. )mThe feel of the home is open & airy when you walk in the door. It was stocked with everything we needed to cook & clean up afterwards, including a washer & dryer. The only thing we had to buy is our groceries. My family loved this place & all the memories that we made while there!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

ASHLEY H.

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

Thumbs Up

Honestly if these owners could run all of the rentals, that would be great! This place was cleaner than clean, almost every single thing was thought of and the furnishings are lovely. The addition of the antique pieces with the beachy items, just stunning. Most everything is here if you forget it, you have a back up. There are chairs and umbrella… things you must pack sunscreen, and towels. For those with Littles, the gates are amazing. You can actually sit down because they latch and close on every place, a child or dog may stray. Really great space. Intentional and much appreciated.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellie G.

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

Magical

Carova Beach is magical - as if time stood still. In my opinion, this is one of the loveliest houses out there. It is SPOTLESSLY clean, it has everything you need and the old world style of the home is the icing on the cake. Couldn’t be any more relaxing. The beach is BEAUTIFUL and a two minute walk from the house. Be prepared! There is NOTHING in Carova Beach. Bring water and food unless you plan on going back and forth to the pavement which isn’t exactly easy. MIND THE TIDES when getting on and off. Travel at low tide especially if you are inexperienced with 4 wheel driving. A beautiful place - we will be back. Tires down to 18!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerri C.

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

Best house on 4x4!

This was my families 10th year in OBX staying on the 4x4 and this house was perfect in every way! The best layout, from the 1 set of stairs to get to the main living, the beautiful deck with sliding gate. We loved the screened porch. The convenience of the fabulous outside shower, first floor half bath and laundry room. The vintage sinks and many antiques throughout the house are awesome and we loved the open shelves in the kitchen. The bedrooms were the perfect size and love the added bonus full size bunk beds. This was the first house that was not covered in cobwebs outside it was clean clean clean, this home is so well cared for, better then ANY house we have stayed in previously. And to top it all off, there was a pantry area with many staple kitchen items as well! The owners are wonderful people and are close by if anything is needed. Can’t wait to go back next September!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023