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Horse Inn Around: Pet Friendly-so bring the whole family! Just 3 mins to beach

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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Horse Inn Around: Pet Friendly-so bring the whole family! Just 3 mins to beach (Corolla)
Escape to the secluded beach vacation of Horse Inn Around, a peaceful oasis where you can unwind with a complimentary bottle of wine in the serene hot tub under starry skies. Enjoy your stay in this newly renovated home featuring a fully stocked kitchen and high chair for little ones.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

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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.

Horse Inn Around: Pet Friendly-so bring the whole family! Just 3 mins to beach

We invite you to put your toes in the sand and a beverage in your hand...Horse Inn Around is our little oasis where we escape to relax and enjoy a secluded beach vacation. We visit the area as often as we can and love it for it's peaceful laid back, away from it all atmosphere. Enjoy your complimentary (Horse Inn Around bottle of wine) while soaking in the serene hot tub under the twinkling stars.

Almost everything is new including: hot tub, wet bar and a fully stocked kitchen. There is a washer and dryer. Even a high chair for the little one.

A 4WD VEHICLE IS A MUST TO GET TO THIS PROPERTY. Seriously, You're going to drive 10 miles up the beach and LOVE EVERY SECOND OF IT!

**Linens (bedding and towels) can be provided for an additional fee or bring your own. Please advise at the time of booking.

**Pets welcome for an additional fee (more fun to bring with you and definitely most cost effective than boarding).

The location is a remote, wooded lot, where the horses love to roam and take shade from the sun. While private, you are just a short two-minute drive to the beach, where you can chose your favorite beach front parking spot and relax, look for sea shell treasures, maybe spot a school of dolphins or watch the horses play. Beach parking passes included.

Note: In Carova, there is a large dune that separates houses from the beachfront, so most vacationers choose to drive to the beach regardless if 50 feet or 1100 feet from the beach. It's part of the charm of Carova -one of the only beaches left in the USA that you can still drive and park on. No need to pack and unpack all of your beech stuff, all week! Why carry the cooler when your 4 wheel drive can do it for you.

You will see horses and more stars than we could all ever count!

Master BR, King; BR2, Queen; BR3, Queen; BR4, Two Twins
Two full baths, Two half baths
Kitchen stocked with pots, pans, dishes, flatware, crab pot, Keurig coffee maker, crock pot, blender, mixer and air fryer

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

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
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Leave beach passes on the table

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

3 total pets

Note from host: Pet deposit per dog $100

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Corolla, this vacation home is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Outer Banks Beaches and Corolla Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Currituck National Wildlife Refuge and Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education. Looking to get your feet wet? Surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Corolla travel guide
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Corolla, NC

What's nearby

  • False Cape State Park
    False Cape State Park
    19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Currituck National Wildlife Refuge
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Restaurants

  • Mc's bar
    27 min drive
  • North End
    209 min drive
  • farfrumworkin
    15 min drive
  • Second Thoughts Beach Redoubt
    17 min drive
  • Second Thoughts Beach Redoubt
    18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Horse Inn Around: Pet Friendly-so bring the whole family! Just 3 mins to beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Horse Inn Around: Pet Friendly-so bring the whole family! Just 3 mins to beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Horse Inn Around: Pet Friendly-so bring the whole family! Just 3 mins to beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Horse Inn Around: Pet Friendly-so bring the whole family! Just 3 mins to beach located?

This family-friendly Corolla vacation home is located by the ocean, within a 15-minute walk of Currituck National Wildlife Refuge and Outer Banks Beaches. False Cape Beach and False Cape State Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Horse Inn Around: Pet Friendly-so bring the whole family! Just 3 mins to beach Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 121 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalia L.

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

Great experience

Really enjoyed this trip with our family. We hope to come back again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

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

the best time

House was in a perfect location, we saw lots of horses and had the best time relaxing in the hot tub and on the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juliana H.

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

So peaceful!

I love the beach in November. This was the perfect girls getaway. The house was private, had plenty of space for us, and a big enough kitchen to cook all the meals. The hot tub was a hit, would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah S.

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

Great week on the beach

My family and I had a wonderful stay in North Carolina thanks to Rene and Dan. Their property is on a lovely piece of land behind the dune field. It's quiet and isolated from the loudest aspects of the beach, but a comfortable walk or drive to the surf. We enjoyed picnicking on the patio and relaxing, very much.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

Loved the horses

We looked for the horses everyday with success and ease. We watched them play on the beach. We loved that the beach wasn't too crowded. The house was beautiful. Our family had such a great time we added an extra day to our stay. The hosts were very helpful with any questions we had as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason K.

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

Great house at the beach

Wonderful OBX experience with a cool house that allows you to park on the beach. We saw horses multiple times and the house had everything we needed. The lack of linens (sheets and towels) was odd, we don’t have some of the sheets for those size beds. But the place is remote so help is hard to find regarding cleaning and laundry so we get it. We travel a lot and it was just an unexpected quirk that got resolved for a fee. Just make sure you read the fine print. Overall a lovely home with great hosts and good communication. Would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha T.

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

Wow wow wow was that peaceful and lovely!!!

This experience well exceeded our expectations. We needed some R and R and this location was a bullseye. The house was really cozy, the hot tub gave us a spectacular view of the stars. The Carova Beach experience was excellent. We will be back and rent a Jeep again for the beach drive. Thank you Renee and Dan!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pete and Sarah B.

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

OBX Vacation

We visited during the 4th of July week. Despite the business of OBX during this time, it was very relaxing out at the cottage. Everything was just as described in the listing, we have 4 small children and everyone was very happy. We arrived during a huge thunderstorm and found some water leaking in. Contacted the owners and they responded immediately. Probably the best VRBO experience we have had. Loved it! ❤️
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee M.

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

Best beach vaca !

This was our second time at Horse Inn Around & the Outer Banks & it is truly our FAVORITE beach vaca !! The house is great! The horses are great! The beach is great ! Dan & Renee are great ! The hot tub is great ! Most unique remote beach destination!! House has everything you need!! our 8 year old granddaughter has the time of her life here ! We will be back in 2024 🐴❤️ til next time Carova 4x4 ❤️ Renee Chris Courtney Edwin Alynn & Jinx 🐶 !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

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

Perfection!

Words cannot describe how wonderful this beach home is… Yes, I said home! My family and I enjoyed this place so much that we stayed another night, if it wasn’t for adult responsibility we would have stayed longer. The horses came right up to the house and walked the beach plenty of times, plus we got to see dolphins almost every day. The 4x4 beach was absolutely amazing and a great place to explore. We found the most beautiful shells on our morning and night walks. We definitely plan on making this apart of our new adventures in the futures. Thank you for such a wonderful experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meta H.

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

Family Vacation

This home was absolutely perfect! The location was what we expected and the cleanliness was exceptional. We didnt use the hot tub, as it was too hot, but also had a strong bleach odor. Plenty of room for 8 adults and 1 child for 2 nights and 6 adults and 1 child the other 5. Loved the beach as well as the horses who came to visot the home twice during our week. We were locked out at one point (our error) and we got in touch with Rene in a matter of minutes. Exceptional vacation and we will be back! Thank you so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eliza A.

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

Quite and relaxing even with all the steps.. lol

The property is 3 or 4 'streets' back from the beach allowing for alot of peace and quiet. We were visited only once by one of the wild horses during our stay, which was fine. They roamed freely almost every day we were on the beach, especially in the evening. The top deck of the house allows for early morning sun bathing while waiting for the rest of the family to wake up and start there day. The kitchen was stocked with plenty if pots, pans, utensils and even some spices... The hosts were very respectful of our time in the house and let us know early in that someone would be stopping by with some products for the hot tub. All communications were timely and very friendly. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

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

Amazingggg week getaway ❣️

If I could give 10☆ I would😍!! Rene and Dan have an awesomeeee house and are great hosts. The house is even better then the pictures. The hot tub was super clean and beyond relaxing. The wild horses came right up and under the decks in the yard. They have lots of cool games, there was plenty to do. The weather and beach were perfect. Driving on the beach was super awesome as well. We meet some locals who we now are friends with and keeping in touch with each other, so cool...Honestly it's like a unreal fantasy dream, but it's soo incredibly real and gorgeous...🌙🐎🐠🐚⛱️🌊⭐️! Can't wait to book again for next year, think it will be a two week vacation this time...Thank you for everything and opening your breathtaking house and 4x4 beachs to us....Soo in love with OBX...❤🥰❣️!! Nicole & Tanner 🧡
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn O.

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

A Relaxing Getaway

Our group consisted of 4 adults, 2 teenagers and a 5 year old - plenty of room in the home for 7 people! Definitely air down your tires. I can’t stress this enough. In some sections the sand loose, and others more compact. Parents - this is a great learning experience for kids too! We had our teens help with airing down & up. Make sure you do your all grocery shopping before entering the beach access, and have a cooler handy for things that need to be refrigerated. Upon arriving at the 4WD beach access, we saw a lot of beautiful horses. As a bonus, we spotted a school of dolphins too! The beach is very clean and not crowded at all. Once getting to the house, we were very pleased! The home is clean, tastefully decorated and the kitchen is stocked well with cooking / dining needs ( pots, pans, utensils, plates, etc). The horses DO in fact come to the house! They roam the neighborhood early in the morning and are on the beach for the day by mid morning. The hot tub was an added bonus and a great way to end the day, after an evening of making s’mores in the fire pit. The stars truly pop at night, too. Definitely add a constellation app to your phone. All in all, we had an amazing 5 day vacation! We only left the 4WD section twice - once to do some souvenir shopping at Wings and the other to jet ski. The rest of the time we were either at the house or the beach. When we visit the OBX again, we will definitely stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lara D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All was GREAT!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JoEllen R.

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

Beautiful Beach House

Very clean!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean roomy pet friendly quiet secluded all around amazing! We loved it we saw horses right at the house!! The beach drive was a challenge at night but still as breathtaking as it is in daylight! A unique adventure and we will be returning!Renee answered instantly and resolved what I needed!! The house has a hot tub which is also a bonus!! Very pretty up to date FULLY stocked with dishes/utensils! Love, love, love this place and we took our dog and she loved the beach and the beach is EVERYWHERE!!!Next time we will stay A LOT longer
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

E G.

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

Great house, great host

House was clean and well maintained. Host was very friendly and communicative. Would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

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

Great stay

Great location and accomadations
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

. D.

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

Perfect Beach Escape

Had a wonderful time at a very well maintained property with all the conviences and thoughtful touches of home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine L.

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

Great Remote Beach Property

If you like a remote beach experience, this property is a great option. We set up on the beach, stayed all day, and regularly saw the wild horses on the dunes. The house was clean, comfortable, and we all slept well each night. We also enjoyed the hot tub!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was exactly how it was described! It's a beautiful home and a great location. Horses were seen! The beach ride to the house wasn't that great, so definitely get what you need before you go. Overall we would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

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

Summer OBX June 2025

We had another great beach vacation on the 4x4 in the OBX! Weather was picture perfect. The ocean was clear and warm. Our hosts were very quick to respond to any questions we had, as well as quick to answer our call during our stay with a question. House was exactly as advertised.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Great time relaxing

This home was close to the beach and a very relaxing place to stay. The rooms are nice and there is a nice living room and dinning area to hang out. We would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hec H.

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

Great place

Everything was as expected or better. Great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020