Verified
8/10 Good
B A.
Oct 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Good Location
B A.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Entire home
Free Pool Heat on All New 2026 Reservations
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You can look forward to golfing on site, laundry facilities, and a hot tub at Free Pool Heat on All New 2026 Reservations. Active travelers can enjoy bicycling at this vacation home. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
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About this property
Free Pool Heat on All New 2026 Reservations
- Wish You Were Here? Don't wish any longer....Book Today!
Wish is the quintessential beach house! You'll feel your worries slip away the moment you walk through the door of this 4BR/2BA charming beach house with a loft in Corolla's popular Whalehead neighborhood. The famous wide Corolla beach is just 2 blocks away at the end of the Herring Street Pedestrian Walkway.
Enjoy the huge private pool, tiki bar, hot tub, roomy outdoor shower with changing room and a killer roof-top deck with ocean to sound views. Beach cottage chic and the 21st century and are merged together with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and white beadboard cabinets make the kitchen unique, functional and fabulous.
Grocery stores, retail shops, restaurants and attractions like The Currituck Lighthouse, Wild Horse Tours or The Currituck Club golf course are in walking or driving distance from Wish You Were Here.
Beach Access: Only about 2/10 mile ( 2 Blocks ) at the Herring Street Beach Access
>> Main Level: Greatroom - Living w/TV, Kitchen, Dining - 4 Bedrooms each a TV; 2 Baths
>> Loft Level: Twin Day Bed; Game Table; TV
>> Ground Level Laundry
4 Bedrooms accommodate 9 in 1 w/Queen, 1 w/Queen, 1 w/2 Twins, 1 w/2 Twins, Loft with daybed.Sheets are provided. Bath towels are provided for nine.
Great Escapes Standard Amenities: Keyless entry; Wifi; Central Heat/AC; Color TV with Cable or Satellite or Streaming; DVD Player; Radio, Stereo or Docking Station; Cleaning Tools; Baby Gate; High Chair; Portable Crib or Pac-n-Play; Pillows; Blankets; Washer/Dryer; Iron & Board; 5 Beach Chairs; Deck Furniture; BBQ Grill; Outside Shower. Kitchen Furnished with Dishwasher; Microwave; Blender; Coffee Maker; Mixer; Icemaker or Trays; Pots, Pans and Ovenware; Dishes; Eating, Preparing and Serving Utensils.
Wish You Were Here Extra Amenities: Private Gated Pool (can be Heated); Hot Tub; Gas Grill; Pergola Poolside Bar; Pool Basketball Goal; WiFi; Ice Machine.
Beach Gear Credit Included!
When you book a 7–21 night stay, you’ll receive credit to use toward top beach essentials:
Cruiser bikes for scenic OBX rides
Umbrellas & loungers for oceanside relaxation
Coolers for easy beach picnics
Paddleboards & boogie boards for water fun
Cornhole boards & games for family bonding
Additional Rental Information
>> Weekly vacation leases available to family groups over the age of 24.
>> Turnover Day: Sunday
>> Pet Policy: Dog Friendly!
Dogs, limit 2, are permitted
Fee of $250 plus tax.
>> NO Smoking or Vaping.
>> Pool is availabile April 13th - October 11th.
Pool Heat: $175 plus taxes.
Note: Pool Heat option allows the pool to be heated by a heat pump
device. Please know that actual water temperature will be dependent on
the ambient air temperature and a specific temperature cannot be
guaranteed.
>> Free Pool Heat available on all reservation made for full week stays between 5/4 and 6/15.
Wish You Were Here is a Great Escape For Your Family!
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
- Heated pool
- Hot tub
- Private pool
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Car required
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- DVD player
- Stereo
- TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Gas grill
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near the sea
Things to do
- Bicycles
- Golf
- Heated pool
- Cycling nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming 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)
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Bicycles
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24
Check-out
Check-out before 9:00 AM
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
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 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
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Whalehead Beach, a neighborhood in Corolla. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, parasailing, and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Corolla travel guide
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NC, Corolla
What's nearby
Corolla Beach6 min walk - 0.6 km
Currituck Beach6 min walk - 0.6 km
Currituck Beach Lighthouse3 min drive - 3.0 km- Whale Head Bay12 min walk - 1.1 km
- Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education3 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
- Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF)116 min drive
Restaurants
- Northern Lights Bakery3 min drive
- Salty Rim4 min drive
- The Kind Cup4 min drive
- Corolla Pizza & Deli4 min drive
- Sun Fish Grill4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Free Pool Heat on All New 2026 Reservations have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Free Pool Heat on All New 2026 Reservations pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Free Pool Heat on All New 2026 Reservations?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Free Pool Heat on All New 2026 Reservations?
Check-out is at 9:00 AM.
Where is Free Pool Heat on All New 2026 Reservations located?
Located in Whalehead Beach, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Currituck Beach and Whale Head Bay are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Free Pool Heat on All New 2026 Reservations Reviews
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8.8
Cleanliness
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Location
Reviews
Verified
8/10 Good
Patrick M.
Sep 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wish you were here
The property was as advertised, no surprises. Great location, easy walk to the beach even for our toddler. Made family vacation a breeze.
Patrick M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Paul K.
Sep 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Great time for family and dogs
Paul K.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Leesha W.
Sep 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Great pool
Absolutely loved the pool area. Deck needs some major work, lots of staples poking out and nail heads. Had to remove a couple from feet and several rotting boards. If those got fixed it would be an absolutely great property
Leesha W.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Renee J.
Sep 10, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
"No Corona Getaway"
The property was a little dated and too far from the beach. It was very difficult to carry items . The next visit, I would like property on the beach. Otherwise it was a comforting vacation.
Renee J.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified
8/10 Good
Colleen G.
Sep 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway!
The property was 100% what the listing mentioned! It was clean and the property manager Rich was very accommodating. He deserves 10 stars alone. He kept in touch with us all week ensuring everything was going well. Great escapes makes the check in and check out process super easy. The walk to the beach is barely .25 miles. The only downfall is that the deck could be beautiful if the boards were not rotted and had nails sticking out. The pool area could be top notch with a few updates. Overall, 4.5 starts!
Colleen G.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Lesleigh D.
Sep 22, 2023
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Average stay!
Fun family vacation but had some hiccups. Nothing special about the property. Great location and loved being able to have the dogs with us. AC went out while we were there which was very frustrating. After a couple days of back and forth and then a company coming out to try and fix it. They ended up getting us multiple AC window units which was appreciated! The cable/internet was not working either. Just seemed like multiple things were wrong that wasn’t being properly monitored or taken care of.
Lesleigh D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Colleen B.
Apr 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation
Very satisfied with our visit :)
Colleen B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Regina D.
Oct 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our time here! The property was just as described in the listing – clean, comfortable, and well-equipped. It felt like a home away from home. Traveling with two young children, we especially appreciated how family-friendly the space was. There was plenty of room for the kids to play, and the layout made it easy to relax as a family. The private pool, short walk to the beach, and proximity to local shops and restaurants were a huge bonus! Highly recommend for families looking for a stress-free beach vacation!
Regina D.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elithia C.
Jun 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Great overall. Would rent again..
Elithia C.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Tina N.
May 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Cottage for our family
Had a week of relaxation and family time in the perfect location super easy walk to beach and close to all the shopping! Weather didn’t cooperate much but we still enjoyed the pool and hot tub every chance we got!
Tina N.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mark H.
Sep 9, 2018
Great week!
Nice house for our smaller family of 5. The kitchen was clean and well stocked which was most appreciated! It was a very hot sunny week and the pool was a must! Thank you for a nice relaxed week!
Mark H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kate E.
Aug 28, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay!
Wish You Were Here was a lovely home, perfect for our family! Only minor complaints...back slider difficult to lock, wheel missing from beach cart, one bike had a flat tire, & a bucket full off trash/beer cans left by the pool. But really none of those things hampered our stay! Loved the style, fully stocked kitchen, comfy beds, great pool, beach supplies, & easy walk to the beach.
Kate E.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jul 30, 2012
Memorable Vacation
Wish You Were Here was the ultimate in vacation housing. Everything we needed was available, the property was exceptionally clean, and the pool area was more than we could imagine. It was a great place for extended family to gather to celebrate. I appreciated the quick response from owners when there were questions and would definitely recommend the place to anyone visiting the Corolla NC area. Thank you so much for helping to make our vacation a memorable experience.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jody W.
Jul 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Very pleased
Jody W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Jamie A.
Jul 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice family stay
We had a great stay! The layout of the house is very practical, with 2 bedrooms on each end of the home, and a loft extra room upstairs that was perfect for our oldest child to have her own privacy. Manager was very communicative, easy directions, check in was smooth and house cleaned on arrival. There were a few small cosmetic issues of the home but I'm sure they will be worked out in time. Overall great experience!
Jamie A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ashley W.
Sep 4, 2018
Great house for family or friends located close to the beach
We were three couples who stayed a week at Wish You Were Here in Corolla. The house was fully equipped with everything we needed and more. The house has plenty of outdoor space to spread out or enjoy each other's company. The pool area is lovely and a great area to relax after a day at the beach or out on the sound. The beach is just a few blocks away and local shops for daily sundries and items only a golf cart ride away. Corolla is a hidden gem in OBX. After riding through the busy area of Duck, Corolla was a quiet breath of fresh ocean air. We would definitely all stay here again!
Ashley W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
6/10 Okay
David K.
Oct 9, 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Room for improvement
The location and house were fine,there were some things that could use attention,especially in the pool area.Most was cosmetic but could really spruce up the place.We were really impressed with the quick attention we got when we asked to have certain things looked at,but again really nice place that just needs a little attention.
David K.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Adrienne F.
Jul 23, 2023
Liked: Check-in, location
Good house but could be great
House was good but could use a few things. They need to clean under furniture. Especially in a dog friend home. Some rotting deck boards that are hazardous. Beach chairs,beach cart and coffee pot need replacing. Other than those things this was a good house and a solid location.
Adrienne F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeremiah D.
Aug 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation Spot
My Family and I stayed here on the second week of August and thoroughly enjoyed this home. The pool was fantastic, house was clean and close enough to walk to the beach. We really did enjoy this house only thing we had a problem with is the decking. It needs some real love in the off-season. Walking barefooted on it is risky. Wood is splintering and nails/ old screws have popped up and some boards are rotted. Had to clean up kids feet and one of the dogs feet from a puncture wound because of it. Other than that this is a great home.
Jeremiah D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Matt B.
Jun 14, 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house, but
Nice house was not very clean. My dogs ball went under the couch. It was disgusting deck needs to be replaced but they did come out and fix boards when I was there overall a decent place but the maintenance man threw the boards with the screws on the ground and left them there. I had to flip them over so the dog wouldn’t step on them
Matt B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Taylor P.
Nov 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay!
Amazing stay from location, pool, and house it’s self!
Taylor P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ratna S.
Nov 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We liked that it was close to the beach and the approach was great
House is well maintained.
Ratna S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gita W.
Jun 23, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great week at the beach!
We had a wonderful week at the beach and the house was beautiful and clean!
Gita W.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sarah E.
May 9, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Corolla Vacation
This has been the best housing experience that we have had in the outer banks, and we have been to the OBX for over 10 years. Everything was perfect, from the cleanliness of the house, the beautiful pool with the bar and grill area, the neighborhood, and there was even a gift basket with frequently forgotten to pack items like laundry detergent, dishwasher detergent, dish soap, TP and more that I am forgetting. What a nice surprise! The house sits away from the beach a bit, but the short walk is so pleasant with a beautiful walkway in place and only takes a few minutes to walk. I plan to stay here again!
Sarah E.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022