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The Half Shell, Oceanside Beach Cottage, 6 min walk to beach

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Restauration
Plage à proximité
Réfrigérateur, micro-ondes, four, plaque de cuisson
Réfrigérateur, micro-ondes, four, plaque de cuisson
Intérieur

Avis voyageurs

9,4 sur 10
Exceptionnel

Maison entiĂšre

3 chambres2 salles de bain6 personnes

Équipements populaires

  • Parking disponible
  • SĂšche-linge
  • Lave-linge
  • Climatisation
  • Animaux de compagnie acceptĂ©s
  • Espace extĂ©rieur

À propos de cet hĂ©bergement

Hébergement entier

Vous aurez la maison entiĂšre pour vous et la partagerez uniquement avec les autres personnes de votre voyage.

The Half Shell, Oceanside Beach Cottage, 6 min walk to beach

Welcome to The Half Shell! We look forward to having you stay with us! This classic Corolla beach cottage offers 3 bedrooms/2bathrooms. The house is located in Ocean Sands (Section L) on a quiet cul-de-sac and is an easy 6-7 minute walk to the wide, flat, beaches of Corolla. The beach has lifeguards from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Avoid the traffic with flexible check-in/check-out days and a 4-night minimum stay during peak season!

Enjoy all that Corolla has to offer during your stay! The Half Shell is located 1 mile south of Monterey Plaza (Food Lion, Lighthouse Bagels, Philly Steak Subs, Agave Roja, Big Buck's Ice Cream, Whalehead Brewery) and Tim Buck II (Seaside Farm Market, La Dolce Vita, Doppio). Harris Teeter and Duck Donuts are located 2 miles south. Historic Corolla and the Currituck Beach Lighthouse are located 4 miles to the north. Corolla's 4x4 beaches are 5 miles to the north. Corolla Greenway bike and pedestrian path is located at the entrance of the neighborhood.

The utility room (including washing machine and dryer) is underneath the house on the ground level. This space is not connected to the main living area of the house and is only accessible from the outside. There is a keypad on the door to the utility room; the code will be provided on check-in.

An outdoor shower is located on the ground level adjacent to the utility room. Enjoy the convenience of the dispenser of shampoo, conditioner, and body wash in the outdoor shower! There are hooks in the outdoor shower for hanging up towels and clothes. There is a hose behind the outdoor shower for rinsing off your feet and beach gear when you return from the beach! There is also a clothes line for hanging your wet items.

From the ground level/carport area, there are stairs on both the front and back of the house. The front steps lead to a deck overlooking the cul-de-sac and front door which opens to the family room. The rear steps lead to a covered deck with seating (off of the great room) and a screened porch with picnic table (off of the kitchen). Cafe lights are available to plug in on both the covered deck and screened porch.

The first floor features a family room, dining area, breakfast bar, kitchen, bedroom with queen bed, and bathroom with a shower (with doors to the bedroom and family room).

The TV in the family room is equipped with a Roku Smart TV. Roku Smart TV will allow you to view live channels. Guests are able to login to their own account(s) for streaming services (i.e. YouTubeTV, Netflix, etc.).

The kitchen is equipped with standard appliances including a refrigerator, stove, and dishwasher. It is fully-stocked for preparing and eating meals at the house. We have a Bonavita coffee maker and electric burr grinder. We also have a single cup Keurig. Other appliances include a toaster and air fryer. There is a pantry cabinet for storing your groceries.

The second floor is open to the first floor with a family room, two bedrooms, and a bathroom. There is a Roku Smart TV in the second floor family room. There is a Peloton (with 3 lb free weights) for guests to use with the guest's personal login; shoes are not provided. The second floor family room is the perfect place for lounging and opens to the rear deck.

The queen bedroom (on the west side of the house) opens to a private deck off the front of the house and a jack and jill bathroom. The twin bedroom (on the east side of the house) opens to a deck which spans the entire back of the house.

All of the bedrooms have memory foam mattresses. Bed linens will be provided and beds will be made upon your arrival. Bath towels will be provided (1 bath towel per guest, 1 washcloth per guest, and 1 hand towel per bathroom). Please note, beach towels are NOT provided and guests will need to bring their own.

Dogs are welcome with a pet fee!

Similar to most beach accesses in Corolla, please note that there are several steps to cross over the high dunes to the beach.

Check-in time: 4:00PM
Check-out time: 10:00AM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Maximum number of guests: 6

No smoking, vaping, marijuana, or illegal drug use.

No events, parties, or large gatherings.

RVs, campers, trailers, and golf carts are not permitted at this property.

Guests will be required to complete a separate owner's short term rental agreement.
We will send the rental agreement via email. Please reach out to us if you have any questions or would like to review the agreement prior to making your reservation.

We strongly encourage guests to purchase travel insurance.

There is always potential for hurricanes, strong storms, and flooding in a coastal area. A full refund will only be issued in the event of a mandatory state or local evacuation.

We partner with a local property manager in Corolla to handle any immediate concerns that might arise during your stay. However, we will be available by text, phone, or email during your stay! Please reach out to us if you any questions about the property prior to booking! We look forward to having you stay!

We are continually updating the property (both inside and outside) and will update our photos accordingly.

Please note that there are exterior security cameras for the safety of our guests and home.

**Please note that the old reviews (prior to 2024) for this property are for another property that we previously owned.**

Responsable de l’hĂ©bergement

Will Warren

Langues parlées

Anglais

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Services et équipements

Plage

  • Plage Ă  proximitĂ©

Internet

  • Disponible dans le cottage : Wi-Fi gratuit

Parking et transports

  • Parking sur place

Cuisine

  • Batterie de cuisine, vaisselle, ustensiles
  • CafetiĂšre ou bouilloire
  • Four
  • Four Ă  micro-ondes
  • Grille-pain
  • Îlot de cuisine
  • Lave-vaisselle
  • Plaque de cuisson
  • RĂ©frigĂ©rateur

Restauration

  • Table Ă  manger

Chambres

  • 3 chambres
  • Draps fournis

Salle de bain

  • 2 salles de bain
  • Baignoire ou douche
  • Douche
  • SĂšche-cheveux

Espaces de vie

  • Salle de sĂ©jour
  • Table Ă  manger

Divertissements

  • Lecteur DVD
  • Smart TV

Espaces extérieurs

  • Barbecue
  • Patio

Buanderie

  • Blanchisserie
  • Machine Ă  laver

Confort

  • Chauffage
  • Climatisation

Animaux de compagnie

  • Animaux de compagnie admis
  • Chiens admis uniquement
  • Un seul animal de compagnie

Accessibilité

  • HĂ©bergement non-fumeurs

Points forts de l’endroit

  • PrĂšs de la mer

Dispositifs de sécurité

  • Aucun dĂ©tecteur de monoxyde de carbone signalĂ© (l’hĂŽte n’a pas indiquĂ© si l’hĂ©bergement Ă©tait Ă©quipĂ© d’un dĂ©tecteur de monoxyde de carbone ; pensez Ă  apporter un dĂ©tecteur portable)
  • DĂ©tecteur de fumĂ©e (l’hĂŽte a indiquĂ© que l’hĂ©bergement Ă©tait Ă©quipĂ© d’un dĂ©tecteur de fumĂ©e)
  • Trousse de premiers secours
  • Serrure Ă  pĂȘne dormant

Informations générales

  • Recyclage

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Conditions

Arrivée

Arrivée : 16 h 00
Âge minimum pour l'enregistrement : 25 ans

Départ

Départ avant 10 h 00

Informations concernant l’arrivĂ©e

Un e-mail contenant les instructions relatives à l'arrivée et au départ vous sera envoyé par l'hÎte

Animaux domestiques

Animaux admis.
Les animaux d'assistance sont les bienvenus et sont exemptés de frais.
Chiens acceptés uniquement
Max. 1
Note du propriétaire : Pet fee will apply.

Enfants et lits supplémentaires

Les enfants sont admis

Informations importantes

À savoir absolument

Cet hĂ©bergement est gĂ©rĂ© par un hĂŽte privĂ© (une partie n’agissant pas dans le cadre de son commerce, son entreprise ou sa profession). La lĂ©gislation europĂ©enne relative aux droits des consommateurs ne s’appliquera pas Ă  votre rĂ©servation, y compris le droit de rĂ©tractation. Toutefois, la politique d’annulation dĂ©finie par l’hĂŽte privĂ© couvrira votre rĂ©servation. Les articles 1100 Ă  1386-1 du Code civil français s’appliqueront. https://www.legifrance.gouv.fr/codes/id/LEGISCTA000032040794/
Des frais pour toute personne supplĂ©mentaire peuvent ĂȘtre facturĂ©s et dĂ©pendent de la politique de l'hĂ©bergement
Une piĂšce d'identitĂ© officielle avec photo et un dĂ©pĂŽt de garantie en espĂšces, par carte de crĂ©dit ou par carte de dĂ©bit, peuvent ĂȘtre demandĂ©s Ă  l'arrivĂ©e pour couvrir tous frais imprĂ©vus
Les demandes spĂ©ciales, qui ne peuvent pas ĂȘtre garanties, sont soumises Ă  disponibilitĂ© Ă  l'arrivĂ©e et peuvent entraĂźner des frais supplĂ©mentaires
Les fĂȘtes et les Ă©vĂ©nements de groupe sont interdits
L'hÎte n'a pas indiqué si l'hébergement était équipé d'un détecteur de monoxyde de carbone ; pensez à apporter un détecteur portable lors de votre séjour
L'hÎte a indiqué que l'hébergement était équipé d'un détecteur de fumée
Cet hébergement comprend les dispositifs de sécurité suivants : une trousse de secours et un verrou de sûreté
Cet hébergement est géré par notre partenaire, Abritel. Un e-mail d'Abritel contenant un lien vers un compte Abritel qui vous permettra de modifier ou d'annuler votre réservation

À propos du quartier

Carte
Corolla, NC

À proximitĂ©

  • Corolla Beach - 3 min en voiture - 2.1 km
  • Currituck Golf Club - 4 min en voiture - 3.4 km
  • Office du tourisme de Currituck Outer Banks - 6 min en voiture - 6.7 km
  • Plage de Currituck - 7 min en voiture - 6.0 km
  • Phare de Currituck Beach - 9 min en voiture - 9.0 km

Comment se déplacer

  • AĂ©roport rĂ©gional de Dare County (MEO) - 59 min en voiture

Restaurants

  • â€ȘOff The Wall Tap House - ‬4 min en voiture
  • â€ȘUncle Ike's Sandbar & Grill - ‬8 min en voiture
  • â€ȘSun Fish Grill - ‬16 min Ă  pied
  • â€ȘThe Chill Spot - ‬3 min en voiture
  • â€ȘNorth Banks Restaurant & Raw Bar - ‬14 min Ă  pied

Foire aux questions

Les animaux domestiques sont-ils admis dans l'hébergement The Half Shell, Oceanside Beach Cottage, 6 min walk to beach ?

Oui, cet hébergement accepte les chiens (max. 1).

Quelle est l'heure d'arrivée à l'hébergement The Half Shell, Oceanside Beach Cottage, 6 min walk to beach ?

Les arrivées sont prévues à partir de 16 h 00.

Quelle est l'heure de départ de l'hébergement The Half Shell, Oceanside Beach Cottage, 6 min walk to beach ?

Le départ a lieu à 10 h 00.

OĂč se situe l'hĂ©bergement The Half Shell, Oceanside Beach Cottage, 6 min walk to beach ?

Dans le quartier de Ocean Sands, ce cottage se trouve à moins de 2 km de Outer Banks Beaches et Corolla Beach.Corolla Raceway et Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars (centre récréatif) se trouvent également à moins de 2 km de distance.

Avis sur l’hĂ©bergement The Half Shell, Oceanside Beach Cottage, 6 min walk to beach

Avis

9,4

Exceptionnel

Note des voyageurs de 10 (Excellent), d’aprùs 19 avis sur 30.
Note des voyageurs de 8 (Bien), d’aprùs 11 avis sur 30.
Note des voyageurs de 6 (Satisfaisant), d’aprùs 0 avis sur 30.
Note des voyageurs de 4 (MĂ©diocre), d’aprĂšs 0 avis sur 30.
Note des voyageurs de 2 (Horrible), d’aprùs 0 avis sur 30.

10/10

Propreté

10/10

Services et équipements

10/10

Infrastructures et conditions de l’hĂ©bergement

10/10

ÉcoresponsabilitĂ©

Avis

8/10

Loved the vibe of the house. Outdoor shower was incredible. Beds were nice and clean. Would’ve like to have had big towels of any kind. Also there were no coffee filters in the house. But other than that, but other than that it was perfect.
Séjour de 4 nuits en juin 2025

10/10

Clean ,quiet and comfortable.
Séjour de 7 nuits en octobre 2024

10/10

Our family had the best stay for a long weekend at this property. You can’t ask for more when it comes to great hosts - communication, every detail of the description is spot-on, and absolutely zero issues. They even give you a nice welcome bag. As parents, we appreciated the clean house and well-stocked kitchen/appliances, and the very comfortable beds. The kids loved the decks and porches, private outside shower, and quick walk to the beach. We even got the kids to play the boardgames - extra treat! The property is also very conveniently located near 2 grocery stores. Definitely worth another stay!
Séjour de 3 nuits en octobre 2024

8/10

Very nice house about a 5 minute walk from the beach. The host politely checked in with me.
Séjour de 5 nuits en septembre 2024

10/10

IT WAS PERFECT!! Location, amenities etc!!! We had the best time and will return!!!!
Séjour de 4 nuits en août 2024

10/10

Our stay was full of joy, feeling at home, spacious. The owners are so ready to help and communicate. Definitely a five star review.
Séjour de 4 nuits en août 2024

10/10

We just returned from a lovely stay at this home. It is very clean and well-appointed with an updated kitchen and furnishings. The home is well-designed - the master bedroom and bath upstairs and 3 bedrooms and bath downstairs allowed 3 generations of our family to sleep comfortably and still have privacy and some personal space when we wanted. It is very tech-savvy as well - with flat-screen TVs in various rooms and great wi-fi- it kept the teenagers happy and let the grown-ups check in with work as needed. The kitchen was great - super clean with all of the small appliances (coffee-maker, toaster oven, toaster, mixer, etc) and pots and pans we needed to cook Thanksgiving dinner! Hair dryers in each bathroom were a nice surprise, and being within walking distance to groceries and shops was a bonus. The beach and dunes are beautiful here and Will and Lindsay were kind and thoughtful hosts - checking that we arrived safely and had what we needed, and making our family (dog included) feel welcome. We loved it and will definitely visit again. Thank you for a great vacation!
Séjour de 4 nuits en novembre 2018

8/10

We stayed for a week. The owner was very nice and easily accessible via text and always very prompt! The location to be beach was amazing. I think it was a little tight for our family (6 of us) but we had an amazing week.
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2018

10/10

Bottom line, we had a great time at White Whale Cottage! 4.5 stars! Despite the hiccup on the day of arrival with the cleaning company, once we took care of that, we were set for what was the best vacation we'd had in a long time. The outdoor shower was amazing, and the living area offered plenty of room for the five of us and our dog. The house was very close to the beach, so for 6 days we basically woke up, ate bagels from Lighthouse Bagels, went to the beach and then went back to the house, or into town, for dinner. If I had any critical commentary, it would be that the mattress in the MBR was a bit uncomfortable, but that's probably because we are used to sleeping on a king-sized bed. So, like I said, we had a fantastic time and thank you for allowing us to use your place!
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2018

8/10

First time to the outer banks did not disappoint. Short walk to the beach made my barefoot for the week goal easy! Already looking to make a return next summer! Also our dog, Larry, found his Zen.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2018

8/10

For our 3 generational family vacation of 7, this property was perfect! Just about a block from the beach, a couple of houses from the tennis courts, 2 blocks to the walking/bike paths and maybe a 1/2 mile to Harris Teeter/Pizza/Ice Cream, (and seriously what else do you need at the beach!). Not a large kitchen, but very usable, and plenty of dishes, pans, etc. We used the outdoor shower daily and ate dinner out on the deck most nights. The upstairs deck catches a nice breeze in the evenings. The bike path goes all the way up to shopping at Tim Buck ll so we did that a number of times. All in all, a great place!
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2018

10/10

a great beach vacation for the second year!
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2018

8/10

Nice to spend time with our adult kids all together - house was nice - a little small for everyone upstairs, but we managed! Swinging and eating on the deck was perfect. Only issue is a/c not able to cool upstairs and it got very hot but we used the fans!
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2018

8/10

Great location. Clean and well appointed. Nice neighborhood. A great value.
Séjour de 14 nuits en juin 2018

8/10

We really enjoyed our stay at the White Whale cottage. Location of the house is amazing, very close to the beach. Overall the house was well kept and clean. The kitchen was stocked with basic dishes you would need for a week. We were 6 people in the house with a dog and were comfortable in the house.
Séjour de 7 nuits en mars 2018

10/10

This is my second time staying at the White Whale Cottage. It is such a comfortable and cozy home. I would recommend this home to anyone that is looking for a peaceful vacation, ladies getaway or relaxing retreat. The views of the ocean from the top floor are wonderful. I enjoy spending time on the decks, the porch swing and in the cozy comforts of the home itself. I am already excited for my next stay at the White Whale next year! The countdown is on!
Séjour de 7 nuits en septembre 2017

10/10

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at White Whale Cottage. It was beautifully and thoughtfully furnished, with clear emphasis by Lindsay and Will on providing a relaxing and convenient getaway. The cottage was welcoming, clean and comfortable, and included amenities from the well-stocked kitchen to entertainment options ranging from multiple tv's and games to dozens of "beach reads." The location was quiet and relaxing, just the right mix of privacy (no close cottages behind or on either side) with a community atmosphere, yet convenient to nearby commercial areas. The beach is easily accessible with an informative and knowledgeable lifequard. This cottage provided flexibility for us and our extended family, including two dogs, with the beach and jogging/bike path, and the breezy decks with porch swing and hammock for my beach reading. Will and Lindsay provided a much more personal and attentive rental experience than we have received from any commercial beach rental agency. Will promptly and graciously addressed our questions during the rental process and remained available for communication throughout. They provided a very thorough information packet including distances to amenities, plus recommended nearby eateries, that we found to be time-saving and convenient, since we had not stayed in this area before. The cottage has many steps and a few older features but is overall updated and reflects their many personal touches. We have stayed in several Outer Banks cottages and enjoyed this one the most. We can easily recommend White Whale age to others and would definitely return.
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2017

8/10

The house is very spacious and nicely decorated! It's only steps away from the beach and from the upper deck you can see the ocean. The kitchen has everything you need and you can choose where you want to eat, it's all very comfortable and cosy. Unfortunately we had a lot of rain during our stay but the tv, dvd-player and games in the house kept us occupied and as soon as the sun was back we would run to the beautiful beach! We can highly recommend this house!
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2017

10/10

Loved this location. Very short walk to uncrowded beach with lifeguard. House was clean, tastefully decorated and comfortable. Kitchen very well stocked. Dog kennel helpful, as well. Shopping very close by.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2017

10/10

I know everything feels better at the beach, but we absolutely loved this vacation home! We have been to the Outer Banks two other times, and although we enjoyed our stay, the places we stayed at do not offer even half of what this place does. Comfortable bedrooms and bathrooms, seating outside (the hammock was our favorite), and all the kitchen supplies you could think of, from plates to pots and pans, to paper towels, dish soap, laundry soap, hand soap! Also a short walk to the beach, tennis courts right by the property and supermarket right there. Beach access is private so eventhough we were there during the 4th of July week, it was not crowded at all. Property owner was super friendly and professional. Definitely will stay again!
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2017

10/10

We had a great stay at the beach. There was plenty of room for our family of 5 with each of our kids having a bedroom to themselves. The outdoor space was great - a picnic table for eating and chairs on the top deck to watch the stars. The hammock on the middle deck was great for relaxing. The house was two blocks from a very private, non-crowded beach. It was easy to come and go from the property to the beach and if you were sick of the beach, lots to do in town from mini-golfing to go-karting to shopping to dining. The kitchen was fully stocked with whatever utensil or pan you could need for cooking while there and the grill outside was great for grilling. It was also great to have an outdoor shower to leave the sand outside and not have it trekked inside. It was a really pleasant stay and we can't wait to get back there next summer!
Séjour de 7 nuits en juin 2017

10/10

We had a fun stay. The dog kennel was a great amenity. 2 Blocks away from the beach. Corolla is a lot of fun. Thanks!
Séjour de 7 nuits en juin 2017

10/10

Perfect get-away for me & my husband, with our dog. The layout of the home was a perfect set up. It was very cozy, comfortable, and clean with nice furnishings. We cooked almost every night, and the kitchen was fully stocked with every pot, utensil, and appliance we needed. The deck was a lovely spot to drink our morning coffee and enjoy an evening cocktail. And the hammock was a perfect relaxing reading spot. The house was very conveniently located for a short walk to the beach, 1/2 block to the tennis court, and less than 1/2 mile to the grocery store. We enjoyed the new GreenWay for jogging and biking. And, the owners were very helpful with questions and always accessible. We definitely would recommend this house to anyone looking for a relaxing time away.
Séjour de 10 nuits en août 2016

10/10

My family was very favorably impressed with the house. The description, pictures and location are spot on. We arrived just after check-in time (Sunday traffic is better than Saturday, but there was still a slow down going through Duck) and the house was ready (including made up beds), for us to unload our stuff and head to the beach for a couple of hours. The kitchen is well stocked with cook ware and dishes, the decks on both levels are very nice and the cable and wifi had no problems handling the needs of 3 teenagers to be connected for the few hours we weren't at the beach or exploring. Our small dog had plenty of room in the shaded kennel under the house, and I would say it is big enough for any size dog. The beach is as close as described - less than 5 minutes to walk from the house to the staircase over the dunes. We appreciated the lifeguard stand right there as there were a number of days of great waves for boogie boarding (and even had a few hours over the week with surfers catching waves further out). The dog loved chasing sand crabs in the evening as the sun was setting. Will is a very proactive owner, responding to all communications/questions promptly while we were navigating the renting and pre-arrival processes, and also reaching out to be sure that everything is okay during our stay. We didn't have any issues while there. The nearby shopping center with the Harris Teeter, is just a 10-15 minute walk - though we mostly drove there and to the other commercial areas in Corolla and Duck. The Duck Boardwalk on the sound is only a 15 -20 minute drive and a nice place to watch the sunset. There were 5 of us and I would recommend this house to anyone looking for a place in Corolla.
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2016

10/10

Me and my girlfriend stayed here for a week and had a wonderful time! Well stocked for whatever your needs may be and the beach is just a short walk away!
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2016