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Carova Beach Canal Front Cottage 4x4 required Beach Parking Pass provided

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and well stocked property. We enjoyed the seclusion along with a nice fire in the fire pit by the sound. We had horses visit most mornings on and around the cottage. Would definitely stay again."

Colorful Carova Beach Oasis. Pet friendly with a Pool! 4x4

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay at Salty Wife! The location is fantastic—peaceful and relaxing. The pool was a huge highlight and was perfect for unwinding after a day at the beach.Dabney was an exceptional host—friendly, responsive, and genuinely thoughtful. She made sure we had everything we needed and went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable.The home was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, making it easy to feel right at home from the moment we arrived. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here and would absolutely stay again. Highly recommend Salty Wife to anyone looking for a relaxing 4x4 beach getaway! "

Octopus Oasis, HORSES/ Sea Turtles 4x4 a must Pets OK. Jacuzzi. Carova Beach

10/10 Excellent

"We had an amazing stay at this OBX 4x4 beach property! The house was clean, spacious, and had everything we needed for a relaxing vacation. One of the best parts was the peaceful location in the four wheel drive area of Corolla. It truly felt like getting away from the crowds while still being close enough to enjoy everything the Outer Banks has to offer.The wild horses wandering through the area were unforgettable and made the experience feel unique and special. We also loved being able to drive directly onto the beach instead of hauling all of our gear back and forth. The views, quiet atmosphere, and outdoor spaces made it easy to unwind every day.The hosts clearly put a lot of care into the property, and communication was excellent from start to finish. If you are looking for a true OBX adventure with privacy, nature, and a relaxing beach vibe, this is the perfect place to stay. We would absolutely come back again!"

Romantic Little Getaway in 4X4 beach

10/10 Excellent

"The ride to the house is about 12 miles from air down which is on your left a couple miles before the beach. Don’t follow your GPS just ride the beach along the dunes after Memorial Day except between the beach ramps 14 and 17 which they want you to keep more toward the water - 15mph is the max speed on the way in and near any people or wild horses of which you will see plenty of both. We didn’t learn this until we got to the house. The house is a beach stay perfect for two. We didn’t use the outside shower or hot tub but they both looked amazing. We had a great time relaxing on the porch which has comfy swivel rockers. We saw horses, deer, bunnies and heard so many beautiful bird songs. We had a great vacation."

4x4 Corolla, Waterfront, Dock, Wild Horses, Kayak

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay and seeing all of the horses! It was perfect for our long weekend trip! My only suggestion is to provide more information on the listing. It did say 4x4 but not that you would be driving on the beach for several miles and that there are no restaurants, gas or stores after corolla. A big thank you to Brad for providing dinner for weary travelers! I should have done more research! It was so worth it!"

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Hammock Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hammock Island during your travels in Knotts Island.

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What's the area like around Smith Island?

Smith Island is located in Knotts Island. You'll find 126 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

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Expedia has 126 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Smith Island.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Smith Island, will I receive a refund?

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What can I see and do near Smith Island?

Surround yourself with nature at False Cape State Park, Hammock Island, and Deal Island. If you're looking for something to do, plan a visit to Currituck National Wildlife Refuge, Martin Vineyards, and Pocahontas Marsh while you're in the area. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you might plan a visit to South Buckle Island and Mon Island.

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Carova Beach Canal Front Cottage 4x4 required Beach Parking Pass provided

Colorful Carova Beach Oasis. Pet friendly with a Pool! 4x4

Octopus Oasis, HORSES/ Sea Turtles 4x4 a must Pets OK. Jacuzzi. Carova Beach

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

Romantic Little Getaway in 4X4 beach

4x4 Corolla, Waterfront, Dock, Wild Horses, Kayak

Beach Cottage a short walk from the waves!

4X4 only! Canal front. Ocean AND sound views! Decks and porches on all levels.

Spacious 3-bedroom home with WiFi, smart TVs, in the peaceful 4x4 area of Corova

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Hammock Island

South Buckle Island

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Man Island

Manns Island

Little Perch Island

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Buckle Island

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