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SALTED SHORES OBX formerlyPLAYING HOOKY, 5bed,Wild Horses,Pool,Hot Tub,4x4 Beach

Corolla vacation home with kitchen

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A multi-story beachfront house with a balcony, a deck, and a sandy ground.
A spacious dining area with a large table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and large windows offering a view.
A dining area with a wooden table and white chairs, a sailboat decoration, and a view through a glass door to an outdoor balcony.
A beachfront property with multiple houses, a swimming pool, and a view of the ocean.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a ceiling fan, and large windows.

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5 bedrooms6 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

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Corolla, NC

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About the area

Corolla

In Corolla .Stay at this Corolla vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Carova Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Currituck National Wildlife Refuge. Carova Beach and Currituck Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Restaurants

  • ‪Salty Rim - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪The Kind Cup - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪The Beer Garden - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Cosmo's Pizzeria - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Uncle Ike's Sandbar & Grill - ‬26 min drive

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

SALTED SHORES OBX formerlyPLAYING HOOKY, 5bed,Wild Horses,Pool,Hot Tub,4x4 Beach

1626 Sandpiper Rd, Corolla, NC. 27927
SATURDAY CHECK IN - 4X4 BEACH - APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES UP THE 4X4 BEACH. Hot Tub and Pool are open May 1st through October 1st.

Come play hooky from real life — and do it in style!
Playing Hooky is one of the most spectacular vacation rentals on the 4x4 beaches of Carova Beach, Northern Outer Banks, North Carolina. Perched on a high, elevated lot just 3 miles up the 4x4 beach from Corolla, this magnificent 5-bedroom, 2,576 square foot home delivers something rare on the Outer Banks: panoramic views of BOTH the Atlantic Ocean to the east AND the Currituck Sound to the west. Sunrises over the ocean. Sunsets over the sound. All from the same house.
A 4-wheel drive vehicle is required to reach Playing Hooky — and the moment you leave the pavement and hit the beach, you'll understand exactly why guests come back year after year. No traffic, no crowds, just wide open shoreline, star-filled skies, and the famous Corolla wild horses roaming freely nearby.
The Crow's Nest & Views:
At the top of Playing Hooky sits the crown jewel — a roof deck crow's nest with built-in seating and 360-degree views that will take your breath away. Watch the Currituck Lighthouse beacon to the south, catch the Fourth of July fireworks over Heritage Park, or simply let every care you brought with you blow away in the ocean breeze. There's also a bright sunroom just off the kitchen with a card table and chaise lounge, plus multiple levels of decking with outdoor seating on both the ocean and sound sides.
The Game Room:
The entry level of Playing Hooky is pure fun. A fully equipped game room features a pool table, wet bar with second refrigerator, huge smart TV with quality speaker system, pub table, and comfortable seating for 10. A duo-bunk and twin bedroom plus full bath on this level makes it the perfect kids' retreat — or a self-contained space for a family of four. Outside is the large pool with lounge chairs, picnic table, and cabana bath.
The Main Living Levels:
On the second level you'll find three king bedrooms — one with a private bath, two sharing a bath — plus a laundry room. Step outside to the screened porch, where a 6-person hot tub awaits surrounded by dining space and cool ocean breezes. The hot tub's screened location means zero bugs and maximum relaxation.
The upper level is where it all comes together — stunning ocean views from the comfortable leather-furnished living room, a well-equipped kitchen with island seating for three and place settings for 12, and the fifth bedroom, a queen suite with private bath. The sunroom off the dining area connects you to both the sound deck to the west and the ocean deck to the east.
Pets Welcome
Playing Hooky welcomes up to two dogs (restrictions on age, weight, and breed apply). A per-pet fee required. No cats please.
Short Stays Available

Saturday check-in. Linens and towels Included. No smoking. No graduation groups or events. Free unlimited parking at the house. Two beach parking passes included.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

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)

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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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is SALTED SHORES OBX formerlyPLAYING HOOKY, 5bed,Wild Horses,Pool,Hot Tub,4x4 Beach to the airport?

This vacation home is 101.5 mi (213-min drive) away from the Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does SALTED SHORES OBX formerlyPLAYING HOOKY, 5bed,Wild Horses,Pool,Hot Tub,4x4 Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is SALTED SHORES OBX formerlyPLAYING HOOKY, 5bed,Wild Horses,Pool,Hot Tub,4x4 Beach to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 6-minute walk from Carova Beach and 6.4 mi (54-min drive) from Corolla Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does SALTED SHORES OBX formerlyPLAYING HOOKY, 5bed,Wild Horses,Pool,Hot Tub,4x4 Beach offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at SALTED SHORES OBX formerlyPLAYING HOOKY, 5bed,Wild Horses,Pool,Hot Tub,4x4 Beach?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

Is there free parking at SALTED SHORES OBX formerlyPLAYING HOOKY, 5bed,Wild Horses,Pool,Hot Tub,4x4 Beach?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does SALTED SHORES OBX formerlyPLAYING HOOKY, 5bed,Wild Horses,Pool,Hot Tub,4x4 Beach have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does SALTED SHORES OBX formerlyPLAYING HOOKY, 5bed,Wild Horses,Pool,Hot Tub,4x4 Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is SALTED SHORES OBX formerlyPLAYING HOOKY, 5bed,Wild Horses,Pool,Hot Tub,4x4 Beach to downtown Corolla?

This vacation home is 4.1 mi away from Corolla.

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