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Horseplay! *4x4 beach

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Beach nearby
Beach nearby
Property grounds
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 12306 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly

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Corolla, NC
  • Swan Beach
    6 min walk
  • Estuarine Nature Walk
    8 min drive
  • Corolla Beach
    35 min drive
  • Elizabeth City, NC (ECG-Elizabeth City-Pasquotank County Regional)
    131 min drive

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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.

Horseplay! *4x4 beach

Weeks still available in September. Mention HP10 and take an additional 10% off. Enjoy one of the last weeks of the season at Horseplay!
Come Escape…Relax…Dream at Horseplay Great ocean views.
Create your memories at Horseplay - an enchanting home where the wild horses roam! This gorgeous five-bedroom home is located less than 400 feet from the beach on the 4x4 beach. It boasts magnificent views of the ocean from all three levels. Wake up to the amazing sunrise over the Atlantic

Two passes for parking on the 4x4 beach will be available for your use while staying at Horseplay. Parking at the house is free and unlimited.

Living areas on each floor of this home provide plenty of space for family and friends to wind down or gear up. The first-level game room comes equipped with a pool table and kitchenette complete with sink, full-size refrigerator and microwave. Watch the big game or your favorite movie on the flat screen. Or take advantage of the surround sound with indoor/outdoor speakers.

The first-level has an adorable master bedroom with twin beds and a private master bathroom, a comfy queen sleeper sofa, and a half-bath. The hot tub and swimming pool are just steps away. Ocean views abound from the hot tub! Turn the corner and you will find an outside shower with a bench and hooks to hang your towels.

The second-level boasts another spacious living area for watching TV, an antique desk for relaxing with a great book, and a wrap-around deck, The same deck, accessible by two master king bedrooms is spectacular for lounging and watching the surf. A third master bedroom on this level offers two pyramid bunk beds, providing plenty of personal space for children to unwind after a long day of playing in the ocean or the pool.

The third-level great room with a convenient half-bath provides spacious and comfortable accommodations, inviting you to relax and enjoy the expansive ocean views. The well-equipped gourmet kitchen with granite counter-tops and two dishwashers beckons you to bring your “A” game and to show off your culinary skills. Two large dining tables provide plenty of space to spread out and enjoy a meal. Play your favorite music on surround-sound speakers or catch up on the news from the flat screen TV that is visible from the kitchen, dining and great room area.

As the waves roll in, watch for dolphins playing in the surf or look for the families of horses grazing on the dunes. Or grab the binoculars to search for the boats sailing by in the distance. At the end of the day, retire to the comfortable master king bedroom or soak in the whirlpool tub and fall asleep in serenity.


Inventory for Horseplay:
• salt water pool
• hot tub
• pool table
• second full sized refrigerator in game room
• second dishwasher in gourmet kitchen
• drinking water filtration system
• flat screen TVs in every room
• extra sink, microwave and cabinetry in game room
• granite counter tops
• Fully stocked kitchen
• Sheets, pillows, blankets, and bedspreads provided. Towels available for a fee
• Iron and ironing board
• Telephone
• Wireless internet service
• Central heat and air
• Dishwasher, microwave
• Washer/Dryer
• Outdoor Furniture
• Outdoor Shower
• BBQ Grill (charcoal)
• Beach chairs (five)

Among a host of amenities, this well-equipped vacation home features a salt-water pool and hot tub. 4-wheel drive is required to reach this private retreat just three miles up the beach off the hard road. Guest check is on Saturdays. Linens are provided, towels are not provided but available for a fee. Dogs are welcome to join the family fun at Horseplay. Parking at the house is free and unlimited.
No graduation groups or events are allowed in any of our homes.
Save money by booking directly on the Carova Cottages website:


***Fireplace is not available for guest use.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Outer Banks Beaches. You'll find features like a spa tub and an arcade/game room. The vacation home offers a private pool and a jetted tub.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen, and washer/dryer
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Outer Banks Beaches and Swan Beach
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find a spa tub, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Laura James, Property Manager, Carova Cottages

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • A hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Jetted
  • Outdoor shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Charcoal grills

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Marina nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Fishing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 3296 sq ft (306 sq m)

Policies

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 are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Horseplay-beautiful Home Wild Horses Pool hot Tub Gorgeous Views
2135-112105

Horseplay! *4x4 beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Horseplay Stay
The house met all of our expectations and more. Horses under our balcony, dolphins jumping and the roaring of the ocean - couldn't get any better. Great days on the beach and having the pool/hot tub was a bonus as well. There was plenty of room for all 11 of us to be together, as well as places for everyone to have alone time. Great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
OBX family celebration
The house has enough rooms for our family of 12. The view was gorgeous and loved having my morning coffee and looking out over the ocean. We loved seeing the wild horses in the backyard and on rhe beach. We loved the private pool and spa. I’m not sure if the sheets were changed in the room with the 4 beds as there were crumbs on the sheets when the kids went to bed our first night. Other than that the house was pretty clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Billie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
The stay was great. The house was clean and well maintained. We had horses in our backyard and walking under the porches on the house, which was AMAZING to see! Absolutely beautiful area. We would stay again. My only complaint is the pool was advertised as being heated when I booked it but was not an option after booking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith G.

Liked: Cleanliness
OBX Heaven
Beautiful views! House had everything we needed plus we enjoyed the private pool and hot tub! Property manager is very attentive and quick to respond.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise in the sand
Our stay was fantastic. It was everything and more than what we were hoping for. From all day on the beach to flying a kite and enjoying the view from the deck
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leah N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Week!
My family and I love the Outer Banks and have always stayed in Duck. This year, we decided to try something different and stay in Carova. We had absolutely amazing weather! Driving on the beach was definitely a bit intimidating but we paid attention to the tides and had minimal problems getting in and out. (Got stuck once in a Chevy Traverse, but luckily we had a big truck with our group to pull us out!) The ‘roads’ once you turn over the dune were very loose, but I think the dry weather contributed to that. The house was an absolutely perfect fit for our family. Clean, plenty of space, and lots of bathrooms! The views from all sides of the home were breathtaking, and we were fortunate enough to see horses a few times throughout the week very near the property. The pool was very clean and an awesome space. The speakers were a huge plus- super easy to run Bluetooth to stream music from a phone. The kitchen was well equipped, which was great since we opted to cook most meals at the house. The extra living spaces were perfect for when the guys wanted to watch football. On our first few days, we took a very long trek to the beach, not knowing the best way. We spoke with a local who guided us through the back ‘yard’ and over the dune, which was much more efficient, but definitely not the best for young kids. We brought a beach wagon but were unable to use it since it wouldn’t have made it up and over the steep/lumpy/bumpy dune. FYI- once it gets dark, there were a lot of mosquitoes outside. We got bit up by the hot tub… leave the doors closed so they don’t get inside!! We were loading up our car the last evening and unfortunately a bunch of mosquitoes got in the basement. We had an amazing time and would recommend staying in this home, as long as you have reliable 4 wheel drive!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property, good location
Lots of space, clean, wild horses came into the yard. Property mgmt is very responsive and easy to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation Stay
Excellent experience, great house, great location. No major issues. Laura was awesome to deal with. Very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nickolus S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Best Location
We have now stayed in Corova twice and this location was just the right distance based on the time it takes to get back to the main road. The house was clean with multiple unobstructed views of the ocean. The bedroom set-up was perfect for our family and the two dishwashers were definitely a plus. We will be staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carlie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach
Loved seeing horses on the beach. Loved this house!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Ann C.

Wonderful Family getaway
Fun in the Sun with family in OBX! Place was awesome location. Accommodations were fantastic and easy booking/ check in and communication.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We all had a great stay! 4x4 area is awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Vacation
Great property. We had six adults and three children. Plenty of room. Nice selection of puzzles and books. Main room electronics were up to date. The pool was refreshing and the hot tub was relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Billie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Loved everything about it! Thanks!
Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Horses outside every day
Great place, constant horses and the beach is right there, nicely kept up and great screened in porch off the top floor spent part of the time working remote from and Internet worked fine for zoom. Nice open feeling inside and great kitchen, would just stay and live there if I could…
Stayed 14 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great 3 week get away
We had an amazing time at Horseplay. It was the get away we needed this year. Wonderful to be on the beach everyday and have the wild horses visit. Laura was great... super responsive in adressing any questions. Can’t want to go back!
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Amber N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and location (bring ALL supplies during covid)
We had a wonderful weeklong stay this August. We were here during covid and the potential hurricane. The house was clean and spacious and the pool and hot tub was perfect for us and our two children. The beach is just over the dune and there are views of the water (from the second row of houses) and sunsets to the west. Laura was responsive to my inquiries. During this time of covid it is important to note that EVERYTHING should be brought for the kitchen/house. Here is a list: Toilet Paper Paper Towels Dishwasher soap Sponge Dish soap Salt/pepper oil sugar saran wrap and tinfoil bbq charcoal etc. anything you might use for cooking and eating, you should bring. Also, there is one small spatula, so some cooking utensils are also important if you plan to cook.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach stay
Our stay was great. The only negatives were no bathmats or door mats inside the residence. The second was there were water heater issues which were handled as fast as possible which we appreciated very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

JAMES M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Wonderful house in a fantastic location. We spent quality time together as a family in a beautiful location.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jessie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome vacation spot
The house was tremendous and well appointed. only real issue was the pool area had quite a bit of broken furniture that we removed and needed some serious weeding. Otherwise was an awesome location and great house. we will definitely return to "Horseplay"

6/10 Okay

Valerie D.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not worth the money
The house layout was great, but I would not rent again. Appliances are worn out and some weren’t working. The floors were covered in dog hair. The mornings on the 3rd level deck were spent swatting at wasps that were living in the eaves. The walk to the beach is 400 ft of uphills and over dunes. On a positive note, the property manager was very responsive and friendly and got the internet and dish tv working again for us pretty quickly after a storm came through and knocked them both out. The location is ok, if you like driving up the beach. I found it inconvenient and have decided I like a house on the beach road better.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Bernard S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy!!!!!!
The house was a great location to the beach. Great views of sunrise and sunset. Perfect location to see the wild horses. Our family had a fantastic time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house! Awesome location!
My family and I would definitely stay here again! Love the location and views. We ran into a water problem, and the property manager responded and got the problem fixed ASAP! Couldn’t ask for better help or a cleaner house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019